1 verified, source-linked AI implementation documented in 2024.
Express News became the first Pakistani TV news channel to use AI reporters on air; AI reporters deployed for faster and more efficient news dissemination during US presidential election coverage; described as making 'coverage more dynamic and accessible'; specific AI technology not publicly disclosed; industry observers noted the implementation may involve text-to-speech and avatar technology rather than fully generative AI; part of a broader wave of Pakistani media experimenting with AI anchors and reporters (Discover Pakistan TV also launched AI anchors in the same period)
Express News is one of 4 organizations in Pakistan documented in the index, which holds 4 cases from the country. Its work spans 1 function type, including AI Avatars / Synthetic Presenters, documented across 54 organizations worldwide.