PHL artificial-intelligence road map in the works, DTI chief Lopez says

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) sets the wheels in motion for the crafting of the country's artificial-intelligence sector road map as testament to the Philippine potential as an AI powerhouse in the Asean region. Trade Undersecretary Rafaelita M. Aldaba of the Competitiveness and Innovation Group led the formal signing of an agreement with distinguished data scientists, Dr. Christopher P. Monterola and Dr. Erika Fille T. Legara, for the formulation of an AI road map early this month. With the advent of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) where technology becomes more enmeshed with everyday life, AI advancement is seen as one of the key factors to help keep our country competitive. AI's importance is underscored as it is emerging to be a potential bright spot for our country with wide opportunities for growth for our competent work force. "The formulation of the AI road map is very important and timely. This effort provides the impetus that will move the country forward to keep up with the rapidly changing times," Aldaba emphasized.