On November 12, 2025, Pakistan’s oldest English newspaper, Dawn, faced unexpected backlash after a ChatGPT prompt accidentally appeared in a business article titled “Auto sales rev up in October.” This embarrassing blunder featured a line suggesting additional editing—an oversight that ignited ridicule on social media. Critics were quick to point out the irony of a publication renowned for advocating media ethics encountering such a misstep involving AI. Users joked about the implications for journalism integrity, while discussions arose about AI’s role in newsrooms, transparency, and the potential risks of automation in journalism. The incident has sparked a broader conversation on the evolving future of media credibility and technology’s influence, questioning if other outlets similarly blend AI into their workflows without disclosure. Dawn has yet to respond formally, leaving many to wonder how this will impact their editorial practices moving forward. The incident has become a significant topic of discussion online.
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