Get ready for a groundbreaking day of learning, collaboration, and innovation as AICON PH 2025 takes over the SMX Convention Center Aura in Bonifacio Global City on July 23, 2025. Designed to be the biggest AI learning event in the Philippines, AICON PH 2025 is more than just a conference—it’s a movement to make AI knowledge more accessible, inclusive, and practical for Filipinos from all walks of life.
With a strong focus on Education, Innovation, Community Building, and Inclusion, the event brings together an incredible lineup of industry leaders, educators, policy makers, and tech professionals from across the globe. Whether you’re a student curious about the future, a business leader exploring AI strategies, or a developer ready to dive deep into tech, AICON PH has something for you.
What is AICON PH?
At its core, AICON PH is about democratizing the understanding and application of artificial intelligence. It’s where curiosity meets real-world application, and where conversations about the future of AI are made relatable and actionable. The event aims to empower individuals—whether practitioners, students, or educators—with the essential tools, trends, and techniques shaping the future of work, learning, and innovation.
A Powerful Lineup of Speakers and Panelists
This year’s keynote stage will be graced by influential voices in AI and development, including:
- Michelle Alarcon, President of the Analytics and AI Association of the Philippines (AAP)
- Secretary Arsenio Balisacan, Department of Economic Planning and Development (DEPDev)
- Mr. Edwine Carrie, UNDP Philippines Resident Representative
- Pedro Campelo, Partner at LTP Labs
- Wing King Cheung, President & CEO of BEEINFOTECH
Two high-impact panel discussions will also unpack the local and global AI landscape. The first panel will feature leaders from JPMorganChase, LTPLabs, and UNDP. The second will spotlight heavyweights from SGV, BeeInfoTech, Alibaba Cloud, Google, and AWS—all exploring how AI is shaping industry, policy, and business in the region.
Breakout Tracks for Every Role in the AI Ecosystem
In the afternoon, participants can choose from five focused breakout tracks based on their role and interest:
- AI Developer
- AI Development Manager
- AI Strategist and Business Leader
- AI Deployer
- AI Educator
Each track features world-class speakers and practical, hands-on sessions. From building agentic AI tech stacks and live showcases for executives, to rethinking education through digital literacy and creating AI-aligned curricula, there’s a wealth of insight and action in store.
Special Highlights
- Globe Telecom’s AI transformation journey (Track: AI Deployer)
— Discover how Globe built an organization of AI innovators and reimagined customer experience for the digital-first era.
- Moral Imagination Workshop by GCash (Track: AI Strategist and Business Leader)
— Explore how ethical thinking and imagination can shape a responsible AI strategy.
- AI in education by Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Track: AI Educator)
— Dive into how AI agents can transform teaching and learning environments.
- ML/AI Ops in banking by RCBC (Track: AI Deployer)
— Understand how machine learning is implemented in real-world operations.
- Industry fireside chat with Ayala, SMC, Globe, and Sprout (Track: AI Strategist and Business Leader)
— An honest conversation about how major corporations are applying AI on the ground.
- Live AI Showcase for Executives by Eskwelabs (Track: AI Development Manager)
— See practical demonstrations tailored for decision-makers and team leaders.
- Reimagining Alternative Learning through AI with Fr. Ben Beltran & Claire Tayco
— Part of the AI Educator track, this session explores inclusion and accessibility in education.
- Awarding of NAIPDC 2025 Winners
— Celebrating innovation and excellence in AI projects from across the country.
The event will conclude with a special message from Joey Gurango, AICON PH 2025 Event Chairman and AAP Board Trustee, reflecting on the day’s key insights and the collective role we all play in shaping the future of AI in the Philippines.
Collaborators and Key Supporters
This year’s event is made possible through the support and collaboration of key partners and organizations who share the same vision for a more inclusive AI future. AICON PH 2025 is proudly organized by AAP (Analytics & Artificial Intelligence Association of the Philippines), together with co-organizers Alibaba Cloud and BeeinfotechPH, and co-presented by JP Morgan & Chase, LTP Labs, and SGV & Co.
It also features participation from our official ambassadors: Acer, AMD, Ayala, Cambridge University Press & Assessment, Google, and PMI. Our session sponsors include Accenture, AWS, Eskwelabs, GCash, Globe, and Káyana; while De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde, Emerson, Insight, KPMG, Multisys, N-PAX, Philtech, and Stratpoint will be featured exhibitors. We are also grateful for the support of QBE Insurance, Reyes Tacandong & Co., San Miguel Corporation, and STTelemedia Global Data Centeres—all working together to make this vision a reality.
The event is also backed by a growing roster of official media partners, including NEN Digital, Manila Bulletin, Manila Standard, Business Mirror, Business World, Malaya Business Insight, VRITimes, Philippines Graphic, Kwento Co, and WhenInManila.com—helping bring the AICON PH movement to wider audiences across industries.
Don’t Miss Out
AICON PH 2025 is not just for techies—it’s for anyone curious about how AI is reshaping our world. Whether you’re an educator looking to integrate AI into your classroom, a policymaker shaping future frameworks, or a student exploring career paths, this is the event to attend.
So mark your calendar for July 23, 2025, and make your way to SMX Convention Center Aura, BGC, Taguig. Be part of the conversation. Be part of the future.
ADVT.
This article is brought to you by AICON 2025.