With the right elements in place, the Philippines can use artificial intelligence as a force to uplift communities and turn the country’s potential into real, life-changing impact.

PLDT wireless arm Smart is calling for tighter collaboration between the government, the private sector, and community-based organizations to accelerate the digital transformation of MSMEs.

Every digital transaction – from paying bills, to running a business – depends on one thing: trust. At the GSMA Digital Nation Summit 2025, PLDT Enterprise showcased how secure and collaborative technologies are helping build that trust across the Philippines.

SmartSafe SilentAccess to deliver faster, simpler, and safer authentication for every Filipino

The GSMA Open Gateway certification enables Smart, in collaboration with PLDT Enterprise, to provide secure and interoperable network APIs that enhance authentication.

PLDT and its wireless arm Smart Communications Inc. are investing in cutting-edge tech solutions to help the country combat scams, as increasing volume of mobile-based transactions make the Philippines one of the top targets for malicious actors.

PLDT and Smart affirm their commitment to help find solutions to the challenges facing the production and social sectors of the country, through technology and innovation.

PLDT's wireless subsidiary Smart Communications Inc. and its B2B arm PLDT Enterprise have signed a memorandum of understanding with GSMA to join its Open Gateway initiative.