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ePLDT, the ICT arm of the PLDT Group, marks 25 years of driving the innovation and digital inclusiveness — a journey that began with the strong vision of PLDT Group Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan. From its early days as an emerging ICT provider, the company has become a trusted partner for organizations navigating a rapidly shifting business and technology landscape, now with a clear focus on enabling enterprises thrive in an era powered by AI.
Today, ePLDT continues to help enterprises by delivering multi-cloud, advanced cybersecurity, and AI solutions. These services are supported by the country’s largest network of enterprise-grade data centers operated by its subsidiary VITRO Inc. which also marks its 25th year as the pioneer data center operator in the Philippines. “Everything we’ve accomplished in the past 25 years comes from the dedication of our people. It is through their hard work, focus on innovation, and ability to adapt to change that has allowed us to remain a trusted transformation partner of Philippine enterprises through all these years,” said ePLDT and VITRO Inc. President and CEO Victor S. Genuino.
Bridging The AI Gap
AI, once a niche topic, is now transforming industries worldwide — from agriculture and healthcare to retail, finance, tourism, and business process outsourcing. In the Philippines, however, many still struggle to adopt AI due to high infrastructure costs, limited access to skilled talent, and security concerns. Addressing these challenges ePLDT combines multi-cloud platforms, managed services, enterprise-grade cybersecurity, and an AI-ready infrastructure through VITRO Sta Rosa (VSR), the country’s first AI-ready hyperscale data center. These solutions help businesses embrace new technologies without compromising performance, security, or compliance. VSR also houses ePLDT’s GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaaS), designed for enterprises that face infrastructure gaps due to high-compute workloads. With it, enterprises gain the ability to run highly demanding AI workloads on NVIDIA-powered GPU infrastructure such as machine learning, large-scale data analytics, financial modeling, high-resolution rendering, and advanced simulations with speed, precision, and scalability.
A First For The Philippines
To continue its legacy of innovation, ePLDT aims to launch the country’s first Sovereign AI Solutions stack, enabled by ePLDT’s GPUaaS. Designed to break down barriers to AI adoption, the service will give enterprises on-demand access to high-performance computing capabilities and industry-specific AI applications without the need for massive infrastructure investment. It also offers the flexibility to deploy and scale AI quickly, while its secure, locally hosted environment addresses growing concerns over data sovereignty and regulatory compliance. Backed by PLDT Group’s expansive network infrastructure, the stack also provides enterprises with premium network access to further bolster their AI adoption and unlock new levels of operational efficiency, agility, and innovation. For Genuino, the launch of this pioneering service is more than just a showcase of technology. “Our goal isn’t just to prepare both the public and private sector for the future — it’s to give them the tools to use AI today, in ways that are secure, scalable, accessible, and impactful. With our full-stack, Sovereign AI solutions, we can truly help the Philippines not just adopt the technology but compete and thrive in the digital age.”
Shaping The Next 25 Years
As it looks to the future, ePLDT is doubling down on its goal to evolve from a digital transformation partner into the country’s most trusted AI-enabler. It is also committed to help transform the Philippines into a digitally enabled, AI-ready nation by equipping local enterprises with digital tools to compete on a global stage.
