With the Philippines advancing its adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI), PLDT Enterprise, ePLDT, and VITRO Inc. are spearheading efforts to establish the essential infrastructure required for the nation's AI-driven transformation.



Highlights:

AI-Ready Digital Infrastructure – PLDT Enterprise, ePLDT, and VITRO Inc. are leading the development of AI-powered infrastructure, including VITRO Sta. Rosa (VSR), the country’s first AI-ready hyperscale data center, ensures businesses can access high-speed, low-latency computing for AI-driven innovation.

GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaaS) Launch – ePLDT has activated NVIDIA-powered GPU servers, enabling enterprises and government agencies to access AI computing power on-demand without significant capital expenditure, benefiting finance, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing.

Strengthening the Philippines’ AI Competitiveness – Through AI-ready data centers, cloud-based solutions, and a strong digital infrastructure, PLDT Enterprise is positioning the Philippines as a regional leader in AI-driven innovation, supporting digital transformation and economic growth.

During a recent event hosted by the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP), PLDT reiterated its dedication to providing businesses with essential tools, connectivity, and computing capabilities necessary for success in an AI-driven economy. This echoes PLDT Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan’s important observations regarding the immense possibilities of AI and the necessity to address its adoption challenges, such as infrastructure deficits, talent cultivation, and regulatory hurdles.

A Robust AI Ecosystem: Strengthening Infrastructure for the Future

 “AI’s success is deeply rooted in the quality and resilience of the infrastructure that supports it,” said Jojo Gendrano, Senior Vice President & Head of Enterprise Business Group at PLDT and Smart. “Through PLDT Enterprise, ePLDT, and VITRO Inc., we are delivering an ecosystem that enables enterprises to fully maximize AI’s potential while ensuring reliability, security, and efficiency.”

 As AI transforms various industries, establishing a robust and scalable digital infrastructure is vital for success. VITRO Sta. Rosa (VSR), the nation’s inaugural AI-ready hyperscale data center, acts as a key driver for AI adoption. Linked to PLDT’s vast fiber network and subsea cable systems, VSR guarantees that businesses benefit from high-speed, low-latency computing, which is crucial for AI-driven innovation.

GPU as a Service: Empowering AI-Driven Industries

 VSR has also enabled ePLDT to use NVIDIA-powered GPU servers, empowering the ICT arm of the PLDT Group to provide GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaaS). This advanced computing solution allows both government and enterprises to tap into AI’s full capabilities without hefty capital costs by offering on-demand access to Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) tailored for AI workloads.
 
Industries poised to benefit from this service include:
  1. Financial Services: AI-driven fraud detection and real-time risk assessment.
  2. Retail & E-Commerce: Personalized customer experiences through predictive analytics.
  3. Healthcare: AI-assisted diagnostics, medical imaging, and research advancements.
  4. Manufacturing: Smart automation, predictive maintenance, and process optimization.
Victor S. Genuino, President and CEO of ePLDT and VITRO Inc., highlighted the importance of this offering: “Our objective is to accelerate the adoption of AI by making it accessible to government and businesses of all sizes. Through GPU-as-a-Service, we are providing enterprises with scalable, cost-effective computing power to enhance efficiencies and drive digital transformation.”

Driving the Philippines’ Digital Leadership

By leveraging AI-ready data centers, cloud-based solutions, and an expansive digital infrastructure, PLDT Enterprise, ePLDT, and VITRO Inc. are positioning the Philippines as a competitive hub for AI-driven innovation in the region.

 “As AI continues to reshape industries, we remain focused on our mission to provide future-ready solutions that matter—solutions that empower businesses, drive economic growth, and push the boundaries of what’s possible in a digital-first world,” added Gendrano.

 These initiatives align with PLDT's commitment to close the digital divide through digital solutions, contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG), particularly on SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.