Philippines Cloud & Datacenter Convention 2025

• Market analysis of the data center and  hyperscalers growth in the Philippines 
• New developments and upcoming  hyperscale projects in the country 
• Discussing government initiatives such as the National Broadband Program and the Digital Philippines Campaign to improve the country’s  digital infrastructure 

This keynote highlights the Philippines’ transformation into a hub for digital infrastructure, showcasing progress by industry, government, and partners over the past two years. It will address surging user demand, ongoing innovations, and outdated perceptions, setting a positive tone and aligning discussions with the nation’s forward momentum.

• Exploring Emerging Markets: Identifying high-growth regions outside NCR poised for data center expansion.
• Government Support for Regional Growth: Discussing policies driving enhanced connectivity and digital infrastructure development in provincial areas.
• Bridging the Digital Divide: Highlighting the socioeconomic benefits of extending digital infrastructure to underserved communities.
• Regional Competitiveness: Examining how infrastructure investments outside NCR can foster innovation and attract global players.

• The Edge Advantage: Enabling low-latency processing for industries like gaming, healthcare, bank, and fintech; driving IoT and 5G adoption.
• Overcoming Barriers: Tackling cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and scalable edge solutions.
• Empowering Communities: Extending connectivity to underserved areas and supporting smart cities and e-learning.
• Future Vision: Advancing energy-efficient, green edge data centers and minimizing environmental impacts.

A distinguished representative from a Philippine regulatory body will discuss the government’s progressive policies and regulations driving the nation’s digital infrastructure transformation. This keynote will provide insights into the strategic initiatives fostering growth, innovation, and global competitiveness in the sector, reinforcing the Philippines’ position as a leader in digital adoption.

• Data localization laws
• Addressing privacy and cybersecurity challenges in the cloud
• Crafting an effective cybersecurity framework to mitigate and prevent threats

• Strategies to mitigate risks from natural disasters and power disruptions.
• Leveraging colocation services for redundancy and failover mechanisms.
• Role of AI and automation in improving uptime and operational efficiency.

• Renewable Energy Innovations: Investigating emerging green energy sources like geothermal, wind, or solar tailored for the Philippines’ unique geography. 
• Energy Efficiency for Datacenters: Highlight how integrating renewables can reduce operational costs and carbon footprints for data centers.
• Sustainability and Growth: Explore the role of renewable energy in supporting sustainable data center expansion while meeting environmental goals.

• Addressing Talent Gaps: Identifying key skills needed to support the evolving data center landscape.
• Training and Development: Strategies for upskilling current workers and attracting new talent.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Building a diverse workforce to drive innovation and sustainability.
• Future-Proofing the Workforce: Preparing for the impact of automation, AI, and other emerging technologies on data center operations.

• Navigating the Local Digital Landscape: Overcoming challenges unique to the Philippines’ rapidly evolving IT environment.

• Harnessing Cloud, Edge, and AI: Shaping resilient and scalable infrastructure to support the country’s growth.

• Regional Solutions for Global Challenges: Tailoring IT strategies to meet the demands of both local and global markets.

• Building Future-Ready Infrastructure: Preparing for the next wave of digital transformation and innovation in the Philippines.

• Industry Innovation: How generative AI is reshaping BPO, healthcare, and education in the Philippines.
• Cloud-Driven Growth: Scalable cloud solutions powering AI adoption and digital transformation.
• Overcoming Challenges: Tackling data, regulations, and talent gaps to unlock AI’s potential.

• Design and Build Complexities: Addressing challenges in site selection, scalability, sustainability, and construction for modern data centers.
• Commissioning High-Powered Facilities: Managing the integration and testing of 300 MW data centers coming online in 2025.
• Commercialization Readiness: Preparing facilities with fit-out, monitoring systems, IT integration, and security to meet customer expectations.
• Operational Excellence: Ensuring 20 years of reliable performance with robust Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) and sustainable practices.