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Senator Bong Go gave a lighthearted but clear message during a recent radio interview, reminding the public that the use of technology such as artificial intelligence (AI) comes with a responsibility to uphold integrity and protect the truth after being asked about a viral AI-generated image that portrayed him as a baby. While amused by […]
Senator Grace Poe called for the development of guidelines and tools to make sure Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems in the country are ethical and inclusive, and innovative. Speaking at the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce, Poe said the question of governance becomes increasingly urgent as AI continues to disrupt and revolutionize business, industries and […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Department of Education (DepEd) recently collaborated on a significant initiative to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) development into the country’s education system. Led by DTI Secretary Cristina Roque, the DTI donated 10 high-powered computers to the DepEd. This initiative aims to support the DepEd’s efforts in building […]
The Department of Education (DepEd) launched the Education Center for AI Research (E-CAIR) aiming to drive innovation in Philippine education through AI-powered solutions aligned with its 5-Point Reform Agenda. This initiative builds on the pioneering efforts that the Center for AI Research (CAIR) has started in 2024. Under DepEd’s leadership, E-CAIR will sustain, deepen, and […]
National Unity Party (NUP) president LRay Villafuerte believes the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has a “good handle” now on checking campaign misinformation and disinformation on cyberspace in the runup to the 2025 elections, as a result of this electoral watchdog’s timely release of guidelines on the use by candidates and their supporters or of their rivals […]
Senator Grace Poe supported initiatives to use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in court-related works, but stressed the need for stringent safeguards and vetting. “We will not rely too much on AI, but we can make use of the technology as an option to help check the human side of decisions, such as data, transcript and […]
Students should not be deprived of using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their learning experiences, but faculty members must establish clear boundaries anchored on ethical considerations when integrating it into delivering quality education. This was the position of Dr. Elmer-Rico Mojica, associate professor at the Pace University in New York, during his talk on the […]
Is the government ready to address the possible negative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on jobs in the country? Senator Bam Aquino has submitted Senate Resolution No. 344, to conduct an inquiry on the government’s plan and initiatives to maximize the benefits of developments in artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. “We want to […]