The Future of AI in the Philippines Is Being Decided Now

Noemi Dado of the Times has shared our work in AI regulation, let me tell you why this matters now.

Her article made me pause. It captured something that is often missed. The real work behind policy. She saw that this effort is not about copying other countries. It is about building something that fits us. That matters.

Because policy reform is not fast. It is not flashy. It does not live in social media posts or quick opinions. It is slow. It is careful. It takes time. There are many who talk about change. But fewer who stay for the uphill climb.

The difference shows in the quiet moments. When the meetings go long. When the answers are not clear. When the work feels heavy. That is where real progress is made. This is the work we are doing.

We are trying to shape AI in a way that protects Filipinos. That means thinking about jobs, fairness, and language. It means making sure people are not left behind. Because the risks are already here.

AI is not something in the future. It is happening now. And if we do not act, others will decide for us. That is why this moment matters. Noemi’s article helps people see this. It brings light to work that is often unseen.

And for that, I am grateful. I am grateful to everyone who has supported this effort. 

This is not a solo journey. This is about our future.

And we will keep going.

About Me: 

Dominic “Doc” Ligot is one of the leading voices in AI in the Philippines. Doc has been extensively cited in local and global media outlets including The Economist, South China Morning Post, Washington Post, and Agence France Presse. His award-winning work has been recognized and published by prestigious organizations such as NASA, Data.org, Digital Public Goods Alliance, the Group on Earth Observations (GEO), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the World Health Organization (WHO), and UNICEF. 

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