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Schneider Electric Philippines executive Norman Ocaña III underscored AI’s massive energy footprint, noting that each generative AI query requires 10 times more energy than a typical Google search.

Artificial intelligence (AI) may deepen the digital divide in the Philippines unless the government urgently strengthens data systems, expands digital connectivity, and implements safeguards.

The study by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) found that only 14.9 percent of local companies currently use AI tools.

The Philippines must establish strong governance policies before fully embracing new technology to thrive in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). This was the central...

Artificial intelligence (AI), if left unchecked, could lead to real-world harm, including discrimination, misinformation, and erosion of public trust — Filipino experts warned during a high-level forum held on June 11.

An official of the Department of Labor and Employment said the Philippines has laws that protect the interests of traditional employees, but not comprehensively address the unique needs and vulnerabilities of gig workers.

More and more workers are turning to informal online work for a living, but the lack of regulations in the gig economy may leave this work force and companies vulnerable to exploitation, according to a study of the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS).

Philippine labor experts have called on for robust skills mapping and multi-sector collaboration to address the persistent issue of skills mismatches.

The study by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) noted the growing demand for jobs requiring specific analytical skills, especially in sectors such as Information Technology-Business Process Management and manufacturing.

The rise of digital currencies and innovative public systems will shape the future of governance, social services, and economic development in the Philippines.