This briefing sets out a round-up of certain key developments in Philippine technology law in the first three quarters of 2025 and a general situationer on AI use regulation.
And Access For All: Konektadong Pinoy Act Ushers In a New Connectivity Regime; Implementing Rules Issued
Republic Act No. 12234, commonly known as the Konektadong Pinoy Act (KPA) lapsed into law on August 24, 2025. Its implementing rules and regulations were signed on November 5, 2025 and will come into force 15 days from publication. Read more >>
Quicklook at AI: Philippines Seeks to Find Firm Footing in AI Regulation
The Philippines continues to develop a fuller regulatory framework for artificial intelligence (AI) use. This is a brief round-up of legal initiatives and developments in local AI regulation. Read more >>
FinTech: Latest on Crypto and Digital Assets
The BSP regulations on virtual asset service providers (VASPs) are fairly recent, and this is seen as the policymakers trying to catch up with virtual asset (VA) systems that are delivering financial services in faster and more economical means. Acceptance and use of VASPs is on the rise in the Philippines. Read more >>