This August, ePLDT, the ICT arm of the PLDT Group, marks 25 years of driving innovation and digital inclusiveness — a journey that began with the vision of PLDT group Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan.
From its early days as an emerging ICT provider, the company has grown into a trusted partner for organizations navigating a rapidly shifting business and technology landscape.
Today, its focus is on enabling enterprises to thrive in an era powered by AI.
ePLDT now delivers multi-cloud, advanced cybersecurity, and AI solutions, supported by the country’s largest network of enterprise-grade data centers operated by subsidiary VITRO Inc., which is also celebrating its 25th year as the Philippines’ pioneer data center operator.
“Everything we’ve accomplished in the past 25 years comes from the dedication of our people,” said Victor S. Genuino, President and CEO of ePLDT and VITRO Inc. “Their hard work, focus on innovation, and adaptability have allowed us to remain a trusted partner of Philippine enterprises through the years.”
Bridging the AI gap
AI is transforming industries worldwide — from agriculture and healthcare to retail, finance, tourism, and outsourcing. In the Philippines, however, adoption remains slow due to high infrastructure costs, a shortage of skilled talent, and security concerns.
To address these challenges, ePLDT combines multi-cloud platforms, managed services, enterprise-grade cybersecurity, and AI-ready infrastructure through VITRO Sta. Rosa (VSR), the country’s first AI-ready hyperscale data center.
VSR also hosts ePLDT’s GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaaS), designed for enterprises with high-compute workloads. It enables machine learning, large-scale data analytics, financial modeling, high-resolution rendering, and advanced simulations on NVIDIA-powered GPU infrastructure with speed, precision, and scalability.
A first for the Philippines
Building on this foundation, ePLDT plans to launch the country’s first sovereign AI solutions stack, enabled by GPUaaS. The service gives enterprises on-demand access to high-performance computing and industry-specific AI applications without massive infrastructure investments.
The stack offers quick deployment, scalability, and a secure, locally hosted environment that addresses data sovereignty and compliance concerns. Backed by PLDT’s expansive network infrastructure, it also ensures premium connectivity to support AI adoption.
“Our goal isn’t just to prepare the public and private sector for the future — it’s to give them the tools to use AI today, securely and at scale,” Genuino said. “With our sovereign AI solutions, we can help the Philippines not only adopt the technology but also compete and thrive in the digital age.”
Shaping the next 25 years
Looking ahead, ePLDT aims to evolve from a digital transformation partner into the country’s most trusted AI enabler. It is also committed to helping transform the Philippines into an AI-ready nation by equipping enterprises with the tools to compete globally.
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