The Philippine government has launched the ELEV8PH initiative to tackle critical challenges in agriculture, healthcare, and manufacturing. This program, spearheaded by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), introduces eight transformative research and development (R&D) programs focusing on areas like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Quantum Computing. The initiative aims to foster collaboration among industry, academia, and government to drive innovation and national progress.
Key components of the ELEV8PH initiative include AI Virtual Hubs designed to enhance accessibility to AI tools for businesses and communities. The program also emphasizes the importance of maintaining transparency and integrity in AI solutions to build trust among stakeholders. By integrating advanced technologies, the initiative seeks to position the Philippines as a leader in the global AI landscape.
• Philippines improves AI Readiness Index ranking from 65th to 56th in 2024.
• ELEV8PH initiative aims to enhance collaboration for technological advancement.
AI is utilized in the ELEV8PH initiative to provide accessible tools for businesses and communities.
Quantum computing is being developed to enhance local industry capabilities beyond classical computing.
These hubs offer AI tools to enable practical solutions for various sectors without extensive technical expertise.
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