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  • Tight security for Libya local vote marred by violence – Newspaper

    Tight security for Libya local vote marred by violence – Newspaper

    TRIPOLI: Hundreds of thousands of Libyans were voting on Saturday in municipal elections held under tight security after incidents at several polling stations forced delays.

    The elections are seen as a test of democracy in a nation still plagued by division and instability after years of unrest following the Nato-backed uprising that toppled longtime leader Moamer Kadhafi in 2011.

    Polling took place in around 50 municipalities, including the capital Tripoli. A heavy police presence was deployed by the Tripoli-based unity government.

    “Voting today in Tripoli is crucial for me because it makes me feel useful,” said Sami el-Tajuri, a 62-year-old architect, adding that his three children are voting for the first time.

    “It’s frustrating to see that I can have my say in who will represent me but so many other Libyans, especially in the east, cannot”.

    Halts in voter card distribution

    Since Qadhafi’s overthrow, Libya has been split between the UN-recognised government in Tripoli, led by Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah, and its eastern rival, backed by military strongman Khalifa Haftar. Elections were initially scheduled in 63 municipalities — 41 in the west, 13 in the east and nine in the south.

    But the High National Election Commission (HNEC) suspended elections in 11 municipalities, mostly in Haftar-controlled areas, due to “irregularities”, including unexplained halts in voter card distribution.

    On Saturday, the commission announced the postponement to August 23 of elections in seven more municipalities, mostly in the west, including four in the Zawiyah area, as well as Surman and Sabratha.

    The delays followed Friday arson attacks that destroyed electoral materials in Zawiyah and Sahel al-Gharbi. And on Tuesday, the electoral body said a group of armed men attacked its headquarters in Zliten, some 160 kilometres (100 miles) east of Tripoli.

    It made no mention of any casualties, although the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) said there were some injuries.

    “These attacks, on the eve of polling day, threaten the conduct of the ongoing municipal elections and the broader democratic aspirations of the Libyan people,” UNSMIL said.

    “Such criminal acts represent another grave assault on the electoral process and a blatant attempt to disenfranchise citizens, undermine their right to choose their representatives, and obstruct the democratic process,” the mission added.

    For Tripoli resident Esraa Abdelmomen, 36, a mother of three, the municipal elections were “very important” because they determine who would manage government-allocated funds.

    After Qadhafi’s overthrow, Libya held its first freely contested elections in 2012 for the 200 members of the General National Congress. That was followed by nationwide municipal elections in 2013 and legislative polls in June 2014, which were marred by renewed violence and very low turnout.

    In some western municipalities, residents are voting in a local election for the first time since 2014.

    Published in Dawn, August 17th, 2025

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  • PSX rises for eighth week on rating upgrade, strong results – Business

    PSX rises for eighth week on rating upgrade, strong results – Business

    KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its bullish run for the eighth consecutive week, underpinned by Moody’s sovereign rating upgrade, strong corporate earnings and optimism over policy continuity. Despite intermittent volatility, the KSE-100 index touched an all-time high of 147,005 points during the four-day trading week before settling at 146,492 points on Friday, gaining 1,109 points or 0.8 per cent on a week-on-week basis.

    Analysts attributed the uptrend largely to mutual fund buying and improved sentiment following Moody’s decision to raise Pakistan’s rating to Caa1 with a stable outlook from Caa2. The upgrade reflected progress on external buffers, fiscal consolidation and reforms under the IMF programme. The index’s resilience also mirrored a broader shift in market confidence, even as challenges such as circular debt payments and weak monthly auto sales weighed on specific sectors.

    According to Topline Securities, the average daily traded volume rose 8pc week-on-week to 606 million shares, while the traded value increased 13pc to Rs40.6bn. However, participation was still 7pc lower compared with the prior week, indicating cautious optimism among investors.

    AKD Securities noted that the market opened positively on the back of robust earnings announcements and speculation that the government may phase out the super tax over five years under its upcoming industrial policy. Nonetheless, delays in settling circular debt dented the exploration and production (E&P) and oil marketing company (OMC) sectors, dragging the index by 214 and 159 points, respectively.

    Benchmark KSE 100 index gained 0.8pc to close at 146,492 points

    Beyond the bourse, several developments influenced sentiment. The rupee appreciated for the fourth consecutive week, closing at 282.06 to the dollar, up 0.14pc week-on-week. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb indicated that Pakistan expects to secure the third $1bn IMF tranche soon.

    Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received an invitation from the Saudi crown prince to attend an investment conference. In parallel, Islamabad pressed Beijing for progress on the Gwadar plan, while power-sector circular debt fell to Rs1.61tr by June, offering some respite on the fiscal front.

    On the trade front, Pakistani officials continued discussions with the United States over a prospective deal, while Washington designated the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) a terrorist organisation — a long-standing demand of Islamabad.

    Sector-wise performance remained mixed. Leasing companies, textile spinning, and auto parts outperformed, rising 13.5pc, 7.7pc and 6.2pc respectively week-on-week. In contrast, woollen, jute, and OMC shares declined 5.7pc, 3.2pc and 2.7pc respectively. Flow-wise, banks and other organisations offloaded $9.8m and $4.2m worth of shares, while mutual funds absorbed most of the selling with a net purchase of $15.3m.

    Among individual performers, Airlink led the market with a 19.7pc weekly gain, followed by Thal Ltd (16.8pc), Yousuf Weaving (15.1pc), Faysal Bank (8.7pc) and First Habib Modaraba (8.4pc). On the losing side, Unity Modaraba fell 8.3pc, Gadoon Textile Mills 7.8pc, PSX Ltd 5.9pc, Bannu Woollen 5.7pc and Pakistan Petroleum 4.7pc.

    In the automotive sector, passenger car and LCV sales rose 28pc year-on-year in July to 11,034 units, though volumes plunged 49pc month-on-month due to high base effects and seasonal weakness. Oil production edged up 0.8pc week-on-week to 59,604 barrels per day, aided by higher output from Makori East and Nashpa fields.

    Arif Habib Ltd said the KSE-100’s current forward price-to-earnings ratio stands at 7.45x for FY26, below its 10-year average of 8x, while offering a dividend yield of 6.8pc versus the historical average of 6.5pc. This, combined with the result season, is expected to keep select stocks in focus.

    Looking ahead, brokerages expect the market to remain supported by earnings momentum, a benign interest rate outlook and improving liquidity in the energy chain. AKD Securities projected the index could reach 165,215 points by December, driven by strong bank returns, steady fertiliser earnings, and enhanced cash flows in E&Ps and OMCs. However, the sustainability of the rally will hinge on progress in resolving the circular debt and continued adherence to IMF-backed reforms.

    Published in Dawn, August 17th, 2025

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  • US cancels India trade talks – Business

    US cancels India trade talks – Business

    BENGALURU: A planned visit by US trade negotiators to New Delhi from Aug 25-29 has been cancelled, delaying talks on a proposed bilateral trade agreement, Indian business and financial news network NDTV Profit reported on Saturday, citing people familiar with the matter.

    Reuters could not immediately verify the report.

    Published in Dawn, August 17th, 2025

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  • ‘Intense’ monsoon spell from today – Newspaper

    ‘Intense’ monsoon spell from today – Newspaper

    • Met Office warns of flash floods, mudslides
    • Punjab PDMA issues ‘red alert’ for multiple districts
    • Tarbela Dam is 98pc full; India releases more water

    RAWALPINDI/LAHORE: The authorities have been asked to remain on their toes amid a fresh spell of monsoon rains, set to start from today till the 21st, which will cause torrential downpours across the country along with thunder and windstorms.

    The new spell coincides with a warning of heavy flooding in Punjab’s rivers due to an increase in water level on the back of the heavy monsoon rains and glacial melt in the northern parts of the country, particularly Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where over 200 people had died in a single day due to flash floods.

    The Pakistan Meteorological Depart­m­ent (PMD) said widespread rain-wind/thu­­ndershower (with scattered heavy falls at times very heavy) is expected in Kash­mir (Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Ra­­walakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Have­­li, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, Mirpur) and Gilgit-Baltistan (Diamer, Astore, Ghizer, Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Ghanche, Shigar) from August 17 to 19 with occasional gaps.

    In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, widespread rain-wind/thundershower (with scattered heavy falls at times very heavy) is ex­­p­e­cted in Dir, Chitral, Swat, Kohistan, Sha­ngla, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mohmand, Kohat, Peshawar, Charsadda, Nowshera, Mardan, Swabi, Khyber, Orakzai, Kurram, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Waziristan, Tank, and Dera Ismail Khan from August 17 to 19.

    In Punjab, widespread rain-wind/thundershower (with scattered heavy falls, at times very heavy) is expected in Islam­abad/Rawalpindi, Murree, Galiyat, Atto­­ck, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Wazir­ab­­ad, Lahore, Kasur, Sheikhupura, Sialkot, Narowal, Mianwali, Khushab, Sargodha, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Nankana Sahib, Chiniot, Faisalabad and Sahiwal from Au­­g­­ust 17 to 19 with occasional gaps. Scat­tered rain-wind/thundershower (with isolated heavy falls) is also likely in Dera Ghazi Khan, Bhakkar, Layyah, Multan, Ba­­­­hawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Rajanpur, and Rahimyar Khan from August 18 to 20.

    In Sindh, rain-wind/thundershower (with scattered heavy falls at times very heavy) is expected in Mithi, Tharparker, Umer Kot, Mirpurkhas, Hyderabad, Sha­heed Benazirabad, Karachi, Thatta, Bad­in, Sajawal, Tando Allayar, Tando Muh­a­mmad Khan, Sanghar, Jamshoro, Sukkur, Larkana, Khairpur, and Jacobabad from August 17 to 22 with occasional gaps.

    In Balochistan, rain-wind/thundershower (with isolated heavy falls) is expected in Barkhan, Musakhel, Loralai, Sibi, Zhob, Qilla Saifullah, Khuzdar, Lasbela, Awaran, Kech, Gwadar, and Panjgur from August 17 to 21.

    The PMD said the downpour may generate flash floods in local nullahs and streams in different parts of KP, Punjab, and Kashmir from August 17 to 19, while flash floods in the hill torrents of Dera Ghazi Khan and eastern parts of Baloch­istan from August 18 to 21 are also likely.

    Urban centres, including Islamabad, Lahore, Peshawar, and Gujranwala, may experience urban flooding from August 17 to 19, it said, adding that several cities in Sindh, including Karachi and Hyderabad, may experience the same from August 17 to 22 with occasional gaps. During the forecast period, landslides and mudslides may cause road closures in the hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Galiyat, and Kashmir.

    Punjab floods warning

    On the other hand, Punjab’s Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) issued red alerts for multiple districts and warned about heavy flooding in the coming days due to an increase in water levels in reservoirs and rivers.

    The Indus River is swelling to medium levels at Kalabagh and Chashma Barrage, while low-level flooding is ongoing at Tar­bela and Taunsa Barrage. Sutlej River is experiencing low-level flooding at Ganda Singh Wala, with a water flow of 68,000 cusecs. Jhelum River is flowing normal at key points and adjoining streams. Chenab River’s flow is normal at key points, while low-level flooding persists in Nullah Palkho (Cantonment). Ravi River’s flow is normal at key points, while low-level flooding continues in Nullah Basantar.

    Tarbela Dam is 98 per cent full while Mangla Dam is 68pc full. India’s water releases, meanwhile, have increased to 50,000 cusecs.

    The PDMA urged citizens, especially those living near riverbanks, to immediately move to safer locations, cooperate with the authorities concerned in case of emergency evacuations, and refrain from recreational activities near the rivers during flood conditions.

    The PDMA also warned of heavy rainfall in most districts of Punjab, particularly the northern districts facing risks of torrential rains and cloudbursts. The seventh spell of monsoon rains is relatively stronger, with forecasts of severe downpours, it added.

    Published in Dawn, August 17th, 2025

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  • MMS Ventures Berhad’s (KLSE:MMSV) Returns On Capital Not Reflecting Well On The Business

    MMS Ventures Berhad’s (KLSE:MMSV) Returns On Capital Not Reflecting Well On The Business

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    When we’re researching a company, it’s sometimes hard to find the warning signs, but there are some financial metrics that can help spot trouble early. A business that’s potentially in decline often shows two trends, a return on capital employed (ROCE) that’s declining, and a base of capital employed that’s also declining. Trends like this ultimately mean the business is reducing its investments and also earning less on what it has invested. And from a first read, things don’t look too good at MMS Ventures Berhad (KLSE:MMSV), so let’s see why.

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    Just to clarify if you’re unsure, ROCE is a metric for evaluating how much pre-tax income (in percentage terms) a company earns on the capital invested in its business. To calculate this metric for MMS Ventures Berhad, this is the formula:

    Return on Capital Employed = Earnings Before Interest and Tax (EBIT) ÷ (Total Assets – Current Liabilities)

    0.0081 = RM539k ÷ (RM79m – RM12m) (Based on the trailing twelve months to June 2025).

    So, MMS Ventures Berhad has an ROCE of 0.8%. In absolute terms, that’s a low return and it also under-performs the Machinery industry average of 7.7%.

    Check out our latest analysis for MMS Ventures Berhad

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    KLSE:MMSV Return on Capital Employed August 17th 2025

    While the past is not representative of the future, it can be helpful to know how a company has performed historically, which is why we have this chart above. If you’re interested in investigating MMS Ventures Berhad’s past further, check out this free graph covering MMS Ventures Berhad’s past earnings, revenue and cash flow.

    We are a bit worried about the trend of returns on capital at MMS Ventures Berhad. Unfortunately the returns on capital have diminished from the 7.1% that they were earning five years ago. Meanwhile, capital employed in the business has stayed roughly the flat over the period. This combination can be indicative of a mature business that still has areas to deploy capital, but the returns received aren’t as high due potentially to new competition or smaller margins. If these trends continue, we wouldn’t expect MMS Ventures Berhad to turn into a multi-bagger.

    On a side note, MMS Ventures Berhad’s current liabilities have increased over the last five years to 15% of total assets, effectively distorting the ROCE to some degree. Without this increase, it’s likely that ROCE would be even lower than 0.8%. Keep an eye on this ratio, because the business could encounter some new risks if this metric gets too high.

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  • Bridging the skills gap | Political Economy

    Bridging the skills gap | Political Economy

    global talent crunch is looming. By 2030, more than 85 million vacancies worldwide could be unfilled due to a lack of skilled workers, a Korn Ferry report warns. For a young population like Pakistan’s, where 64 percent of the population is under 30, this is both a warning and a wake-up call. The country’s demographic dividend is a potential game-changer, but only if our youth are equipped with the right skills for the evolving job market.

    Pakistan faces a widening gap between the skills our workforce possesses and those demanded by the 21st-Century economy. Traditional education systems and training programmes have not kept pace with rapid technological change, leaving millions unemployed or under-employed. This is especially evident in high-growth sectors like information technology, healthcare and renewable energy, where employers report difficulty finding qualified workers.

    The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) offers a unique opportunity—not as a threat, but as a transformative force that can upskill the workforce and create new employment avenues. For Pakistan, the real potential of AI lies in strengthening skill education, introducing AI-related skills into vocational training and preparing the youth for a digital-first future.

    From skills gap to opportunity

    Pakistan’s skills gap is particularly stark in the technology sector. Despite the IT industry contributing over $2.6 billion in exports annually, there is a chronic shortage of skilled developers, AI specialists and data scientists. Meanwhile, youth unemployment stands at 11.1 percent. Many university graduates lack the technical or job-ready skills required by employers.

    This is where skill-focused education—particularly in AI and emerging technologies—can make a difference. Unlike traditional academic degrees, skill education can rapidly adapt to market demands. By incorporating AI-related skills such as machine learning, data analytics, cloud computing and automation into technical and vocational education and training (TVET), Pakistan can empower its youth to seize new economic opportunities.

    AI-driven skill Education

    AI can enhance the delivery of skill education. Platforms like Sabaq.pk and Taleemabad are already integrating AI to personalise learning for students, adjusting content to match individual learning needs and progress. This adaptive learning approach increases engagement and ensures learners master foundational skills before progressing.

    DigiSkills.pk, a government-backed platform, has trained over 3 million individuals in digital freelancing and AI-related courses. With global freelancing markets booming, valued at $1.5 trillion globally in 2023—this equips Pakistanis to earn online, especially in areas like AI training data labelling, social media automation and chatbot development.

    Indian model

    India’s digital economy offers a model for Pakistan. India invested early in IT education and skills development through initiatives like NASSCOM’s FutureSkills Prime, which aims to skill over 4 million individuals in AI, cloud and cybersecurity. As a result, India now exports over $200 billion in IT services annually and is home to more than 80,000 start-ups, including many in AI.

    AI is not just a tool; it is a catalyst for transformation. With the right investments in AI-driven skill education and employment pathways, Pakistan can turn its demographic challenge into a demographic dividend. 

    Pakistan can emulate this trajectory by aligning its TVET sector with AI and digital economy needs. Integrating micro-credentials, certification programmes and partnerships with global tech companies—like Google, Microsoft and Coursera—can create a steady pipeline of AI-ready professionals.

    AI as an employment enabler

    Much of the global narrative around AI focuses on job losses. While some roles will be automated, new job categories are emerging. These include AI trainers, prompt engineers, ethical AI auditors and automation supervisors, to name a few. The World Economic Forum estimates that AI will displace 85 million jobs by 2025 and create 97 million new ones, most requiring reskilling or upskilling.

    In Pakistan, organisations like Telenor and Jazz are already upskilling employees in AI-related tools like data analytics, digital marketing automation and chatbot operations. The Punjab Skills Development Fund is also exploring AI-based assessments to better match learners with relevant training, enabling quicker transitions into high-demand roles such as solar technicians and e-commerce managers.

    By integrating AI-related modules such as data analytics, robotic process automation (RPA), cloud computing and prompt engineering into vocational training, the PSDF is ensuring that its programmes remain relevant to the future job market. The PSDF deploys AI-powered learning management systems (LMS) that personalise content, tracks learner progress and recommend adaptive learning paths, especially for remote and underserved communities.

    Youth and economic mobility

    For Pakistan’s youth, AI represents a ticket to upward mobility, especially in underserved and rural areas. With internet penetration now at over 39 percent, and growing mobile broadband access, more young people can tap into digital learning and remote work. AI-powered platforms reduce barriers to entry by offering personalised paths to learning, low-cost certifications and gig economy access.

    AI is enabling fairer hiring practices. Platforms like Rozee.pk and Mustakbil are using AI to match candidates with jobs based on skills, not just degrees, reducing bias and leveling the playing field. Pakistani startups like TalentHue use AI to assess soft skills and cultural fit, helping youth land jobs that suit their strengths.

    Building an AI-skilled workforce

    To fully harness AI’s potential, Pakistan must:

    Integrate AI and emerging technologies into TVET curricula nationwide.

    Partner with global platforms to offer scalable, industry-aligned certifications.

    Invest in digital infrastructure to bridge the connectivity gap, especially in rural areas.

    Ensure ethical and inclusive AI deployment to avoid bias and protect privacy.

    Empower institutions like the PSDF to scale AI-driven training and employment services.

    AI is not just a tool; it is a catalyst for transformation. With the right investments in AI-driven skill education and employment pathways, Pakistan can turn its demographic challenge into a demographic dividend. The future of work is digital. With strategic planning, the Pakistani youth can not only compete globally but lead the way.

    The writer is the CEO of the Punjab Skills Development Fund.

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  • Pastor Mike Jr. Clean Sweep

    Pastor Mike Jr. Clean Sweep

    Pastor Mike Jr. thoroughly dominated the 2025 Stellar Gospel Music Awards, which was taped live at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville on Saturday, Aug. 16. He won in all nine categories in which he was nominated. Pastor Mike Jr. won artist of the year for the fourth time, which allows him to pull ahead of Kirk Franklin and Marvin Sapp as the top winner in the history of the category. Franklin and Sapp have each won three times.

    These nine awards ups Pastor Mike Jr.’s total of Stellar Awards to 28. Pastor Mike Jr., 41, is a contemporary gospel singer, public speaker, and pastor from Birmingham, Alabama. The artist, born Michael McClure Jr., is the founder of Rock City Church, which has four churches in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana.

    There are just 30 categories at the Stellar Gospel Music Awards, so Pastor Mike Jr. won nearly one-third of the awards presented on the night. He won five awards, including album of the year, for his EP I Got Away, which reached No. 5 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums chart in May 2024. He won four awards, including song of the year, for “Amen,” which reached No. 4 on Hot Gospel Songs in January 2025.

    Cece Winans was runner-up, with three awards. The Group Fire, Ricky Dillard and Dorinda Clark-Cole each won two.

    Jason Nelson, who had tied with Pastor Mike Jr. for the most nominations (nine) won just one award, contemporary album of the year for You Belong: Live in Durham. Nelson had the misfortune of going up against Pastor Mike Jr. in six categories.

    ADIA took the award for new artist of the year.  Don Jackson, founder of the Stellar Awards and chairman of Central City Productions, Inc., received the James Cleveland Lifetime Achievement Award.

    The Stellar Awards also announced winners for the Gospel Radio of the Year Awards in six categories.

    This year marked the show’s first time in Nashville since 2021, following stints in Atlanta (2022) and Las Vegas (2023-24). This year’s Stellar Awards capped STELLAR PLUS week, which ran from Aug. 14-16.

    The 40th Stellar Gospel Music Awards show was executive produced by Jackson with Jennifer J. Jackson serving as producer and executive in charge of production; Michael A. Johnson as producer and director, Erin Johnson as talent producer, and Daniel Moore as music director.

    Here’s the full list of nominations for the 2025 Stellar Gospel Music Awards, with winners marked.

    Artist of the Year

    CeCe Winans; More Than This; Pure Springs Gospel/Fair Trade Services

    Jason Nelson; You Belong: Live in Durham; Jaelyn Song / Tyscot Records

    Kenny Lewis & One Voice; The Healing Project; PureSound Muzik Group

    WINNER: Pastor Mike Jr.; I Got Away EP; Rock City Media Group

    Tamela Mann; Live Breathe Fight; TillyMann

    Song of the Year

    WINNER: “Amen,” Michael McClure Jr., Adia Andrews, Terrell Anthony Pettus, Andrea Crouch, & David “DLo” Outing; Pastor Mike Jr.; Rock City Media Group

    “Clap My Way,” Fred Jerkins III, Alvin Garrett, & Micah Lee; Micah Lee; Darkchild Gospel/ MicahLeeMusic

    “I Prayed for You (said a prayer),” Major Johnson Finley, Brunes Charles, & Jeshua Williams; MAJOR.; NowThatsMAJOR / MNRK

    “That’s My King,” Taylor Agan, Kellie Gamble, Lloyd Nicks, & Jess Russ; CeCe Winans; Pure Springs Gospel/Fair Trade Services

    “Yahweh” ft. Melvin Crispell III; Danni Baylor, Jason Nelson, Jerome Baylor, & Johnnie Huntley Steele III; Jason Nelson; Jaelyn Song / Tyscot Records

    Male Artist of the Year

    Chandler Moore; Chandler Moore: Live in Los Angeles; TRIBL

    Deitrick Haddon; One Night in California; DH Visions

    Doc McKenzie; Run On; Blockbuster Records/Milbert McKenzie Music Group

    Jason Nelson; You Belong: Live in Durham; Jaelyn Song / Tyscot Records

    WINNER: Pastor Mike Jr.; I Got Away EP; Rock City Media Group

    Albertina Walker Female Artist of the Year

    ADIA; On the Way; Rock City Media Group

    WINNER: CeCe Winans; More Than This; Pure Springs Gospel/Fair Trade Services

    Dorinda Clark-Cole; Determined; Malaco Records

    Karen Clark-Sheard; Still Karen; Motown Gospel

    Lisa Page Brooks; The Grateful Chant; FlowNeeNee Music

    Duo/Chorus Group of the Year

    Deitrick Haddon ft. Damita & Tasha Page-Lockhart; Hold On 2 Your Faith; ManHaddon Ministries / Tyscot Records

    FK&M (Fred Hammond, Keith Staten and Marcus Cole); Time Capsule – The Trilogy; 3Brothers/Dare Records

    Ted & Sheri; You’ve Been So Faithful (Groove); Ted & Sheri LLC / Black Smoke Music Worldwide

    WINNER: The Group Fire; About Last Night; Jet Records North/East

    New Artist of the Year

    WINNER: ADIA; On the Way; Rock City Media Group

    Bobbi Lane; Unmatched Grace; Blockbuster Records/ Taylor Music Group

    Josh Bracy and Power Anointed; Favor; Josh Bracy Muzic

    Micah Lee; Clap My Way; Darkchild Gospel/ MicahLeeMusic

    Montrae Tisdale and The Friends Chorale; The Faith Journey; Tisdale Nation Entertainment

    Album of the Year

    WINNER: I Got Away EP; Pastor Mike Jr.; Rock City Media Group

    Live Breathe Fight; Tamela Mann; TillyMann

    More Than This; CeCe Winans; Pure Springs Gospel/Fair Trade Services

    The Healing Project; Kenny Lewis & One Voice; PureSound Muzik Group

    You Belong: Live in Durham; Jason Nelson; Jaelyn Song / Tyscot Records

    Choir of the Year

    Bishop S.Y. Younger; Bishop S.Y. Younger Presents Worship in Brazil; Ramp Records (exclusively distributed by Haus Records)

    Chicago Mass Choir; Greater Is Coming; New Haven Records

    WINNER: Ricky Dillard; When I Think; Motown Gospel

    The Mississippi Mass Choir; We Still Believe; Malaco Records

    Producer of the Year

    Dana Sorey; Jason Nelson; You Belong: Live in Durham; Jaelyn Song / Tyscot Records

    Fred Hammond, Keith Staten, Marcus Cole, Paul Wright III and Ray Hammond; FK&M (Fred Hammond, Keith Staten and Marcus Cole); Time Capsule – The Trilogy; 3Brothers/Dare Records

    J. Drew Sheard; Karen Clark-Sheard; Still Karen; Motown Gospel

    WINNER: Michael McClure Jr., & David “DLo” Outing II; Pastor Mike Jr.; I Got Away EP; Rock City Media Group

    Stan Jones, Jerry Mannery, Jerry Smith, & David R. Curry Jr.; The Mississippi Mass Choir; We Still Believe; Malaco Records

    Contemporary Duo/Chorus Group of the Year

    Deitrick Haddon ft. Damita & Tasha Page-Lockhart; Hold On 2 Your Faith; ManHaddon Ministries / Tyscot Records

    Red Hands; The Three (EP); Black Suit Music / Anderson Music Group / TAMLA Records

    Ted & Sheri; You’ve Been So Faithful (Groove); Ted & Sheri LLC / Black Smoke Music Worldwide

    WINNER: The Group Fire; About Last Night; Jet Records North/East

    Traditional Duo/Chorus Group of the Year

    WINNER: Brandon Camphor & One Way; Hymn Medley; Tomii Entertainment

    Men Of Prayze; Live: in the Red; EvoWorld Entertainment, Inc

    The Flint Cavaliers; The Fellowship (Psalms 133:1); The Flint Music Group

    Tim Woodson & The Heirs of Harmony; Try Me; Blackberry/Marxan Records

    Contemporary Male Artist of the Year

    Jason Nelson; You Belong: Live in Durham; Jaelyn Song / Tyscot Records

    Micah Lee; Clap My Way; Darkchild Gospel/ MicahLeeMusic

    WINNER: Pastor Mike Jr.; I Got Away EP; Rock City Media Group

    Vincent Bohanan; VBSOV Summer Jam; Independent

    Traditional Male Artist of the Year

    Bishop Calvin Norton; Hold Me Beyond Rear View EP; Blockbuster Records

    Brent Jones; Live Your Best Life; JDI Entertainment

    WINNER: Earnest Pugh; Worthy Is the Lamb; Blacksmoke Music Worldwide

    Kenny Lewis; The Healing Project; PureSound Muzik Group

    Contemporary Female Artist of the Year

    ADIA; On the Way; Rock City Media Group

    Bobbi Lane; Unmatched Grace; Blockbuster Records/ Taylor Music Group

    WINNER: CeCe Winans; More Than This; Pure Springs Gospel/Fair Trade Services

    DOE; Heart of a Human; RCA Inspiration / Provident Entertainment

    Keyla Richardson; Home; Uncle G Records

    Traditional Female Artist of the Year

    Dorinda Clark-Cole; Determined; Malaco Records

    Lasha Knox; Right There; Blacksmoke Music Worldwide

    WINNER: Lisa Page Brooks; The Grateful Chant; FlowNeeNee Music

    Terri McConnell; He’ll Get Me Through This; Royal T Records

    Contemporary Album of the Year

    Chandler Moore: Live in Los Angeles; Chandler Moore; TRIBL

    Live Breathe Fight; Tamela Mann; TillyMann

    Still Karen; Karen Clark-Sheard; Motown Gospel

    WINNER: You Belong: Live in Durham; Jason Nelson; Jaelyn Song / Tyscot Records

    Traditional Album of the Year

    WINNER: Determined; Dorinda Clark-Cole; Malaco Records

    Live in Detroit, Pt 1; The Victorius Army ATL Feat. Vincent Bohanan; Independent

    The Healing Project; Kenny Lewis & One Voice; PureSound Muzik Group

    We Still Believe; The Mississippi Mass Choir; Malaco Records

    Urban Single or Performance of the Year

    WINNER: Amen; Pastor Mike Jr.; Rock City Media Group

    Clap My Way; Micah Lee; Darkchild Gospel/ MicahLeeMusic

    I Prayed for You (said a prayer); MAJOR.; NowThatsMAJOR / MNRK

    Without You ft. Zacardi Cortez; Jevon Dewand and The Trap Starz; Black Smoke Records

    Music Video of the Year

    WINNER: “Amen,” Pastor Mike Jr., Tony “Mr.YNOT” Minifield, Drae Rudolph & Kevin “Krispy” Key/Moon Men; Rock City Media Group

    “Deserve to Win,” David Mann; TillyMann

    “For My Good,” Jekalyn Carr; Waynorth Music

    “Never Be the Same,” Deitrick Haddon & Terrance Church; DH Visions

    Traditional Choir of the Year

    Chicago Mass Choir; Greater Is Coming; New Haven Records

    Christopher L. Ervin & Abraham’s Descendants; Recover; CervinMusiq

    WINNER: Ricky Dillard; When I Think; Motown Gospel

    The Mississippi Mass Choir; We Still Believe; Malaco Records

    Contemporary Choir of the Year

    Alphaeus Anderson Presents The USC Upstate Gospel Choir; Already Done; Music2ChangeU

    Charles Butler & Trinity; Live in Washington DC; Red Alliance Media

    Johnny Sanders Featuring Faith on Full; Christmas Everyday; Third Century Development Corp/Johnny Sanders Presents, LLC

    WINNER: Vincent Bohanan & SOV; VBSOV Summer Jam; Independent

    Traditional Artist of the Year

    Bishop Calvin Norton; Hold Me Beyond Rear View EP; Blockbuster Records

    WINNER: Dorinda Clark-Cole; Determined; Malaco Records

    Earnest Pugh; Worthy Is the Lamb; Blacksmoke Music Worldwide

    The Mississippi Mass Choir; We Still Believe; Malaco Records

    Special Event Album of the Year

    WINNER: Bishop S.Y. Younger Presents Worship in Brazil; Bishop S.Y. Younger; Ramp Records (exclusively distributed by Haus Records)

    Joyful, Joyful: A Christmas Album; CeCe Winans; Pure Springs Gospel/Fair Trade Services

    Red & Green; Jonathan McReynolds; Life Room Label, Motown Gospel

    The Gift Deluxe Edition; The Group Fire; Jet Records North/East

    We Still Believe; The Mississippi Mass Choir; Malaco Records

    Rap/Hip Hop Gospel Album of the Year

    WINNER: Canton Jones and CAJO Records Presents the Free Life Experience; The Free Life Experience; CAJO Records

    Let Go Let God: The EP; 1K Phew; Reach Records

    Meet Me in Miami; Otis Kemp; Revive 5.0 Entertainment

    Without You: There Would Be No Me; Jevon Dewand and The Trap Starz; Black Smoke Records

    Youth Project of the Year

    AMG Kidz x Boston Arts Academy; The Kidz at North Station; Anderson Music Group / TAMLA Records

    WINNER: Brent Jones presents The Fire; Brent Jones presents The Fire; JDI Entertainment

    Janessa Smith; Sounds of Joy; Inspired Recording

    Nina Symmone & Noah Alexander; God’s Way; The Big Moment / Anderson Music Group

    Quartet of the Year

    Blest By Four; Only Believe The EP; EvoWorld Entertainment, Inc

    WINNER: Men Of Prayze; Live: in the Red; EvoWorld Entertainment, Inc

    The Flint Cavaliers; The Fellowship (Psalms 133:1); The Flint Music Group

    Tim Woodson & The Heirs of Harmony; Try Me; Blackberry/Marxan Records

    Recorded Music Packaging of the Year

    Covered Vol. 1; Brianna Dowd & Melvin Crispell III; RCA Inspiration, Provident Label Group LLC

    Meet Me in Miami; Blair Monique; Revive 5.0 Entertainment

    Red & Green; Jonathan McReynolds & Trent Nicholson; Life Room Label, Motown Gospel

    WINNER: Still Karen; Justin Foster; Motown Gospel

    Praise and Worship Album of the Year

    Chandler Moore: Live in Los Angeles; Chandler Moore; TRIBL

    WINNER: More Than This; CeCe Winans; Pure Springs Gospel/Fair Trade Services

    One; Jordan G. Welch; JordiG Music

    You Belong: Live in Durham; Jason Nelson; Jaelyn Song / Tyscot Records

    Praise and Worship Song of the Year

    “Light in a Dark Place,” Bobbi Lane; Blockbuster Records/ Taylor Music Group

    WINNER: “Overflow” ft. Todd Dulaney; Transformation Worship; Represent Records, Re: Think Music

    “That’s My King,” CeCe Winans; Pure Springs Gospel/Fair Trade Services

    “Yahweh” ft. Melvin Crispell III; Jason Nelson; Jaelyn Song / Tyscot Records

    Rap/Hip Hop Song of the Year

    WINNER: “Amen,” Pastor Mike Jr.; Rock City Media Group

    “Blessings,” Otis Kemp; Revive 5.0 Entertainment

    “Fa REAL… Fa Real,” Jevon Dewand and The Trap Starz; Black Smoke Records

    “Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah” ft. Lisa Page Brooks; Dante’ Pride; iAmDantePrideMuzik

    James Cleveland Lifetime Achievment Award

    WINNER: Don Jackson

    Top Market of the Year

    WINNER: WBBP 1480 AM, Memphis

    WBGX 1570 kHz, Chicago

    WFTB FM 104.1, Nashville

    WGRB 1390AM, Chicago

    WPZS 100.9, Charlotte, N.C.

    Medium Market of the Year

    WAGR 102.5 FM, Lexington, Miss.

    WEUP Worship 94.5, Huntsville, Ala.

    WJNI 106.3FM, Charleston, S.C.

    WINNER: WXHL 89.1 FM, Wilmington, Del.

    Small Market of the Year

    WBZF-FM 98.5, Florence-Myrtle Beach, S.C.

    WHLH 95.5, Jackson, Miss.

    WKTT 97.5 FM, Salisbury, Md.

    WINNER: WTSK – Praise 93.3/ 790 AM, Tuscaloosa, Ala.

    Internet Station of the Year

    Black Gospel Radio, https://BlackGospelRadio.net

    WINNER: GODRadio1.com, https://godradio1.com

    Hands Up Radio WHUR, https://handsupradio.org/

    Power of Worship Radio, https://powerofworship.net

    Syndicated Gospel Radio Show of the Year

    “Early Morning Praise Party with Sherry Mackey,” Sherry Mackey

    WINNER: “Get Up! Mornings with Erica Campbell,” Erica Campbell with Griff & Cheryl Jackson

    “The Big Redd Radio Show,” Big Redd

    “The Tracy Morgan Show,” Tracy Morgan

    Gospel Announcer of the Year

    Destiny Diggs; WXHL – Reach Gospel Radio/ “Say So Radio Show with Destiny”

    WINNER: Melissa Wade; WNNL, The Light 103.9/ “Melissa Wade in the Midday”

    Micha “ML6” Logan; WEUP, 103.1 FM/ “The Midday Shift”

    Sherry Mackey; WHAL, 95.7 Hallelujah FM/ “Early Morning Praise Party with Sherry Mackey”

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  • Hafeez slams Naqvi over cricket decline

    Hafeez slams Naqvi over cricket decline

    Former Pakistan cricket captain Mohammad Hafeez on Friday questioned the performance of PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, stating that Naqvi is not suitable for cricket administration.

    Speaking on a YouTube channel, Hafeez sharply criticised Naqvi’s tenure as PCB chairman, saying that several of his wrong decisions have caused significant damage to Pakistan cricket and that these mistakes have been repeated multiple times.

    “I don’t know what Mohsin Naqvi is good at, but I am certain he is not effective in cricket administration. As PCB chairman, he hasn’t contributed anything meaningful to the country’s cricket.

    “During his tenure, five captains were changed, and the entire coaching staff was replaced. One mistake followed another and every time a previous mistake was to be corrected, another wrong decision was made. This proves that Naqvi is not capable of leading cricket affairs,” Hafeez said.

    He added that the decline of Pakistan cricket is largely due to the chairman’s decisions and noted that the team still lacks direction.

    “The biggest problem is that Pakistan cricket has no clear path forward. When management changes, the mindset changes; when the captain changes, the execution of skills changes entirely,” he said.

    Hafeez also criticised PCB’s repeated emphasis on ‘rebuilding,’ saying the process has yet to show results.

    “Since I joined the team in 2003, I have heard the term rebuilding and it is still being used. Yet the team hasn’t been rebuilt.

    “There is no rebuilding process at the international level, you have to perform. Those working behind the scenes should evaluate the players and their standing properly,” he concluded.

    He heavily criticised the performances of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, stating that Salman Ali Agha is a more deserving key player for the national team.

    Hafeez clarified that key players are those who win matches and in recent years, both Rizwan and Babar have failed to deliver match-winning performances.

    “Calling them key players would be wrong and unfair. Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan are not Pakistan cricket’s key players at the moment. Key players are those who win matches for Pakistan.

    “If we look at the past year and a half to two years, the players showing consistent performance are Salman Ali Agha, Saeem Ayub and Hasan Nawaz. Why aren’t we talking about them? They are the current players winning matches for Pakistan,” he said.

    Hafeez also questioned Babar and Rizwan’s place in the team, saying they need to justify their spots as players.

    “I think Babar and Rizwan need to be concerned about their positions in the team. They need to prove themselves as good players first; key players come later. Both were good in the past, but now they are not delivering results,” he remarked.

    He advised both to regain form and criticised the performances of Naseem Shah and Shaheen Shah Afridi as well.

    “Both need to be fully involved in the game, otherwise results won’t come. The same goes for Naseem Shah and Shaheen Shah Afridi, they are also not giving match winning performances for Pakistan,” he added.

    Hafeez emphasised that Pakistan cricket does not need big names but players who can perform consistently for the next decade.

    “We should focus on players who can contribute for the next 10–15 years. Our media criticises one or two players and hypes one or two others, which is wrong. We need to talk about those who are actually performing,” he noted.

    He further criticised players for failing Pakistan cricket on the field while having strong PR campaigns on social media. Hafeez urged the PCB to take action.

    “If we want to improve Pakistan cricket, those in the AC rooms and those executing plans on the ground must address these issues promptly,” he concluded.

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  • PCB still paying CC mentors

    PCB still paying CC mentors


    KARACHI:

    Despite the termination of the mentors’ positions, four former cricketers are still being paid their salaries.

    According to details, last year the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) appointed five former national team players — Shoaib Malik, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Misbah-ul-Haq, Waqar Younis, and Saqlain Mushtaq — as mentors for a new project, the Champions Cup.

    They were each paid a monthly salary of PKR 5 million. However, in recent months, the decision was made to discontinue the Champions Cup, meaning the mentors were no longer needed. Shoaib Malik had already resigned, but the other four former cricketers continue to receive their monthly salaries.

    Sources revealed that the PCB has sent termination letters to Saqlain Mushtaq and Waqar Younis. However, under their contracts, they are entitled to four months’ salary, during which time the board may still assign them work.

    Sarfaraz Ahmed and Misbah-ul-Haq have been retained by the board on a permanent basis, but so far, they have not been given any new responsibilities. Sources also said that there is a possibility of their monthly salaries being reduced, and they have already been verbally informed about this.

    It is worth noting that all five mentors had faced continuous criticism for receiving PKR 5 million per month. Initially, the PCB waited for the mentors to resign voluntarily, but under the contract, early termination entitled them to four months’ salary (PKR 20 million), so no one left their positions. Consequently, the authorities decided to terminate two of them while retaining the services of the other two permanently.

    Central contracts overhaul

    The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to introduce major changes to the new central contracts for players, with significant reshuffling likely in Category D, sources revealed on Saturday.

    According to sources, discussions over the new contracts have entered the final stages, with several players set to be dropped and a number of new players likely to be included. While some players could also be handed central contracts for the first time.

    Consultations have already been held with coaches, the director of high performance, the finance department and the International cricket department.

    Sources confirmed that cricketers no longer part of any of the three formats will almost certainly be excluded. Among those unlikely to cut are Aamir Jamal, Mohammad Huraira, Haseebullah, Usman Khan and Mohammad Ali.

    On the other hand, Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Haris, Sufyan Muqeem, Hasan Ali, Faheem Ashraf and Fakhar Zaman are expected to be awarded central contracts.

    The names of Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Nawaz and Sahibzada Farhan have also been under discussion, with their inclusion a possibility.

    The current three-year financial model for central contracts is now in its final year. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will announce the new contracts officially after receiving approval from PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi.

    For the unversed, Pakistan’s squad for the upcoming T20I tri-series in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the ACC Men’s Asia Cup 2025 is likely to be comprised of 18 players, three more than the usual number.

    According to the details, the national men’s selection committee has started initial deliberation for the contingent and will now consult with T20I captain Salman Ali Agha and head coach Mike Hesson, who returned to the country earlier today after the white-ball series against West Indies.

    Sources further told that after the consultation between the selection committee, captain Agha and coach Hesson, the list of shortlisted will be sent for approval from Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi, with the formal announcement expected in the next two to three days.

    The insiders further revealed that the Pakistan squad for the upcoming assignments may be comprised of 18 players, with emerging pacers Salman Mirza and Ahmed Daniyal likely to be called up.

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  • Publishers issue warning on AI-created books imitating sports autobiographies | Science, Climate & Tech News

    Publishers issue warning on AI-created books imitating sports autobiographies | Science, Climate & Tech News

    The publishing industry has warned that books created by artificial intelligence – often imitating autobiographies – are a growing concern, and called on retailers to issue clearer warnings to consumers.

    Sky News has spent months tracking apparent AI recreations, particularly sports books, that have been sold on Amazon as Kindle e-books, as well as printed versions.

    Some titles were removed after we informed the e-commerce giant.

    But we understand there are no immediate plans for Amazon to label content that AI was involved in generating.

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    Books apparently created by AI have appeared on Amazon

    “AI created books are an increasing problem for us,” Publishers Association chief executive Dan Conway told Sky News. “It is incredibly easy using these new, amazing tools to create content.

    “The problem is that on the consumer side, it’s really, really difficult to tell the difference often between a properly researched book that covers a topic that you want to read about versus something that’s been spun up incredibly quickly using AI technology. And you’ve got some real consumer confusion out there.”

    In recent days, we found several books quickly feeding off England’s success at the Women’s Euros, which appeared to be created by AI.

    Books on scoring stars Chloe Kelly and Michelle Agyemang shared the same style covers, even featuring the wrong ball – from American football.

    Chloe Kerry in action for England. Pic: AP
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    Chloe Kerry in action for England. Pic: AP

    Fewer than 50 pages each, they sell in paperback for about £11.

    The Agyemang book was published the day after her dramatic equaliser in the Euros semifinal against Italy, while the Kelly book appeared online the day after her winning penalty in the final against Spain.

    The named author, who has no digital trail beyond Amazon and other online retailers, has more than 45 books to their name since the start of July, on politicians, scientists, entrepreneurs and musicians, as well as sports stars.

    It is frustrating for sports stars telling heartfelt stories in books only to see imitations online, confusing consumers.

    Steph Houghton at the Women's Football Awards 2024. Pic: John Rainford/ Cover Images via AP
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    Steph Houghton at the Women’s Football Awards 2024. Pic: John Rainford/ Cover Images via AP

    ‘It’s scary’

    At the recent Sports Book Awards, former England football captain Steph Houghton was shocked to be told about a 50-page imitation of her autobiography, Leading From The Back, which runs for more than 300 pages.

    “It takes a lot of hard work to make a book,” she said. “It’s poor that, in terms of Amazon allowing it to be on there as well.”

    Former Liverpool and Tottenham player Neil Ruddock was in disbelief about a book aping Toxic, his account of addiction, Toxic.

    His literary agent, James Wills, said: “We do have a real concern about generative AI, which is what this is, somebody putting it in and using it that way.”

    Footballer Neil 'Razor' Ruddock played for teams including Liverpool. Pic: Action Images via Reuters 1996
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    Footballer Neil ‘Razor’ Ruddock played for teams including Liverpool. Pic: Action Images via Reuters 1996

    Former Afghanistan football captain Khalida Popal produced My Beautiful Sisters, a harrowing account of sexual abuse in her team and helping players flee the Taliban. She was stunned to be shown a similar account of her life had been produced and placed on sale online.

    “It’s scary,” the award winner told Sky News. “This story matters a lot. It’s the voices and the stories of hundreds and thousands of women who suffered and who are victims and survivors of brutality and war, and challenges in Afghanistan.

    “Those sisters, those voices and stories, are very important for me. That’s why I really took care of it, telling that story.”

    Those AI versions of the Popal, Ruddock and Houghton books are no longer available on Amazon but they were for some time without it being obvious how they could have been created.

    Khalida Popal is the author of My Beautiful Sisters
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    Khalida Popal is the author of My Beautiful Sisters

    What is Amazon doing?

    An Amazon spokesperson told Sky News: “We have content guidelines governing which books can be listed for sale, and we have proactive and reactive methods that help us detect content that violates our guidelines, whether AI-generated or not.

    “We invest significant time and resources to ensure our guidelines are followed, and remove books that do not adhere to those guidelines.

    “We aim to provide the best possible shopping, reading, and publishing experience, and we are constantly evaluating developments that impact that experience, which includes the rapid evolution and expansion of generative AI tools.

    “We continue to enhance our protections against non-compliant content, and our process and guidelines will keep evolving as we see changes in publishing.”

    Read more:
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    NHS to use AI tech to free hospital beds

    People releasing books via Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) are required to inform Amazon if content is AI-generated, but that information is not passed on to consumers. KDP authors can be asked by Amazon to verify their identities.

    Unofficial biographies are a staple of the publishing industry, often written by journalists on celebrities and politicians, but involving their own research and writing. The growing concern is the limited human involvement in putting together books – without it being clear to those browsing online platforms and searching for books to buy.

    Those churning out AI books are often rapidly reacting to news, such as the election of Pope Leo in May, when few could have been prepared to write at such length about him.

    The Publishers Association is discussing the framework for AI with the government.

    “These large language models that exist now are so powerful that it’s become incredibly easy to create content of all types,” Mr Conway said. “You’ve effectively got the threat of information saturation.

    “So a cookbook comes out on a topic and is particularly well-received. You can have, within days, thousands of other titles that are spun up that then compete directly with that product.”

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