Category: Science & Technology

Youth and AI; a favored technology with dual consequences

Today, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer merely a scientific concept; it has become part of the daily lives of youth. From education and work to personal advice, this technology is gradually finding its place among Afghan youth as well. A survey by Salam Watandar, based on 1,154 young respondents (50.6% men and 49.4% women) across 32 provinces of Afghanistan, shows that 84.1% of youth have used artificial intelligence at least once in areas such as work, education, and personal life, while 92% of respondents are familiar with AI.

North Korea rejects U.S. cyber threat claims as “fabricated”

North Korea rejected accusations from the United States that it is a cyber threat, saying the claims are fabricated and are being used to justify Washington’s long-standing hostile policy toward Pyongyang.

In search of learning; a story of exploring AI

My name is Mohammad Hussain Jafari, a journalism student at “Rana” University. With the growth and emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) in Afghanistan’s media environment, many questions have arisen among students and youth regarding the features and functions of this technology.

Ukraine sends machines instead of soldiers to the battlefield

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukrainian drones and robots carried out more than 22,000 missions in the past three months, adding that “lives were saved more than 22,000 times when a robot went into the most dangerous areas instead of a warrior.”

Between opportunity and concern; women’s experience with AI in Afghanistan

Findings from Salam Watandar’s interviews with 20 women in Afghanistan show that AI is mostly used by women in areas such as education—especially language learning—editing writing, content creation, accessing health information, and generating business ideas. However, alongside these opportunities, deep concerns about privacy, data security, and the accuracy of responses have made their experience with AI complex and ambivalent.

“Chatyar” and “Nakhak” software; a youth initiative in Badakhshan

A youth in Badakhshan has developed softwares that simplifies everyday tasks for users. Amin Shahraniz, a 27-year-old graduate of the Computer Science Faculty at Badakhshan University, says he developed the “Nakhak” and “Chatyar” applications in just over one month at a cost of 10,000 Afghanis.

The intelligent assistant; seeing AI through a woman’s perspective

I am Sadaf Yarmal, a journalism graduate, and I currently work as a reporter at a media outlet. My familiarity with artificial intelligence developed gradually through social media. Today, this technology has become an inseparable part of both my personal and professional life. At times, professional needs—and sometimes personal ones—make AI guidance a necessity in human life. My experience with this technology is also rooted in the current reality of human life, especially in media work, where using AI has become an immediate necessity.

Easy access to books with the “Bulbul” audio app

A team of young developers has designed the “Bulbul” app, making religious, educational, artistic, and novel books available in audio format, especially for young people and children. The creators of this app told Salam Watandar that users can, by downloading the program, listen to books even while working, driving, or performing daily activities, and use it to increase their knowledge and skills.

Hangama’s story of learning about artificial intelligence

With each passing day, my familiarity with this technology has grown. I now use it in various programs. Gradually, I have discovered more of the conveniences and practical benefits that artificial intelligence provides to its users.

India hosts AI Impact Summit in New Delhi

India is hosting the five-day AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to inaugurate the event today (Monday, Feb.16).

AI puts women’s jobs at risk-UK

A report by the City of London Corporation, published by The Guardian, warns that women in tech and financial services are at higher risk of losing their jobs to AI and automation than men.

Exploring AI through curiosity: Hadi’s experience

Before using AI, I imagined it as a complex and almost frightening technology from science fiction, something meant only for scientists, programmers, or large companies. I never thought it could be part of my personal life or learning; instead, I believed this technology would either save the world or threaten it.