Philippines drafts an AI law that bets on builders, not just regulators

The Philippines has drafted the Artificial Intelligence Development and Regulation Act, a bill that consolidates 26 House bills and three resolutions. The draft law's stated focus is on building AI capabilities, including providing computing access for researchers and promoting AI adoption among small businesses. The title of the article emphasizes that the legislation 'bets on builders, not just regulators.'

The specific mechanisms for achieving the stated goals—such as how computing access will be allocated or what incentives for small business adoption will be provided—are not detailed in the excerpt. The draft remains under legislative consideration.

The emphasis on building capabilities alongside regulation suggests a dual-purpose strategy: fostering innovation while establishing a legal framework. The draft bill's progression through the legislature will be of interest to observers of regional AI policy.