5 Ways ePLDT is Celebrating 25 Years While Pioneering AI in the Philippines

ePLDT, the ICT arm of the PLDT Group, is marking its 25th anniversary this August with bold plans to redefine the country’s digital future. From building the Philippines’ largest network of enterprise-grade data centers to preparing for the launch of the nation’s first Sovereign AI solutions, the company continues to shape how enterprises adapt to an AI-driven world.

Here are the key milestones and innovations driving ePLDT’s next chapter:

1. A Quarter-Century of Digital Transformation
What started as a small ICT provider has evolved into a trusted transformation partner for enterprises across industries. Guided by PLDT Group Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan’s vision, ePLDT has consistently pushed digital inclusivity, helping organizations adapt to a rapidly shifting business and technology landscape.

2. VITRO’s Role as a Pioneer in Data Centers
VITRO Inc., ePLDT’s subsidiary, is also celebrating its 25th year as the Philippines’ first and largest data center operator. Its facilities form the backbone of the company’s services, offering enterprises multi-cloud support, advanced cybersecurity, and AI-ready infrastructure designed for large-scale workloads.

3. Bridging the AI Adoption Gap
Despite AI’s global rise, many Philippine businesses still face barriers such as high infrastructure costs, limited talent, and security concerns. ePLDT addresses this through its hyperscale VITRO Sta. Rosa data center, which offers GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaaS). This enables enterprises to run heavy AI workloads — from machine learning to financial modeling — on NVIDIA-powered infrastructure without costly upfront investments.

4. Launching the First Sovereign AI Solutions in the Country
In a historic move, ePLDT is preparing to roll out the Philippines’ first Sovereign AI Solutions stack. Backed by GPUaaS, this offering allows enterprises to access on-demand, high-performance AI tools in a secure, locally hosted environment. Beyond scalability and speed, it directly addresses data sovereignty and regulatory compliance, making it easier for both public and private organizations to adopt AI responsibly.

5. Shaping an AI-Ready Future for the Philippines
Looking ahead, ePLDT is positioning itself not just as a digital partner but as the country’s most trusted AI-enabler. With its Sovereign AI solutions and world-class network infrastructure, the company aims to equip Philippine enterprises with the tools to thrive globally and build a digitally empowered, AI-ready nation.

As ePLDT President and CEO Victor S. Genuino explained, the goal is not only to prepare organizations for tomorrow but to give them the tools to harness AI today in ways that are secure, impactful, and scalable.