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Philippines and DFW Struggle with AI Adoption Challenges

9/14/2025

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Story summary

Only 14.9% of Philippine businesses use AI tools, mainly in large urban firms, due to weak infrastructure, low awareness, and skills gaps, particularly in MSMEs.
Government initiatives seek to improve AI readiness, but many firms remain in early digital transformation stages.
In contrast, Dallas-Fort Worth has 5% of firms adopting AI and significant job postings in the sector.
Brookings recognizes DFW as an AI Star Hub, stressing the importance of ongoing investment in local AI clusters and education.
Both regions struggle to convert AI potential into practical applications and effective governance.

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Story summary

Only 14.9% of Philippine businesses use AI tools, mainly in large urban firms, due to weak infrastructure, low awareness, and skills gaps, particularly in MSMEs.
Government initiatives seek to improve AI readiness, but many firms remain in early digital transformation stages.
In contrast, Dallas-Fort Worth has 5% of firms adopting AI and significant job postings in the sector.
Brookings recognizes DFW as an AI Star Hub, stressing the importance of ongoing investment in local AI clusters and education.
Both regions struggle to convert AI potential into practical applications and effective governance.