President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Sunday urged Filipinos to harness artificial intelligence (AI) as a learning tool, emphasizing that regular use improves its ability to deliver helpful responses.
“Ang AI, natututo. Mas lalo mong gagamitin, mas lalong gagaling ang sagot sayo. Kaya’t gamitin ninyo nang gamitin, para iyong AI masanay sa inyo. Pagkatagal nang panahon makikita ninyo, iyong sagot ng AI sa mga tanong niyo ay paganda nang paganda,” President Marcos said in his latest video blog, posted on Sunday.
The Chief Executive enumerated some practical uses of AI that Filipinos can start with, such as asking for directions, inquiring about activities at a particular place, and seeking assistance with writing speeches.
In the vlog, an AI-generated segment showcasing Filipino creativity featured the President pausing his vlog in a Malacañang office, rising from his seat, donning a black leather jacket, and dramatically spinning with arms outstretched. The office walls then collapsed, revealing a stage set for what appeared to be a rock concert.
Amid the productive uses of AI, President Marcos lamented that some people are also using the technology nefariously and warned against such misuse.
“Sa kabila ng magagandang development na ito, nakakalungkot na ginagamit din ito ng masasamang-loob sa mga scams, sa mga fake news, sa pagpapalaganap ng maling impormasyon. At marami sa atin ang nabibiktima dito,” the President said.
Encouraging the use of AI has been part of the Marcos administration’s push for digitalization, alongside enhancing internet connectivity across the archipelago and offering government services online via smart apps.
Last May, the government unveiled “TunAI,” an AI-powered app embedded within a social media platform that can detect fake news, verify facts, and direct users to legitimate sources.
The Department of Information and Communications Technology has announced the development and training of the country’s own AI engine, designed to assist Filipinos in activities such as gathering information and reporting crimes, and capable of responding in dialects familiar to users. | PND
