Earlier today in Iloilo City, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Western Visayas formally launched 2026 AI Fest through an Official Launch and Press Conference attended by partner organizing institutions and valued local media partners. The event marks the official kickoff of a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and AI-driven transformation.

The 2026 AI Fest will bring together students, professionals, startups, researchers, government agencies, and industry leaders for a series of exciting activities designed to showcase how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of communities, industries, and everyday life.

The major activities for this year’s iteration include AI Technical Conference, AI Hackathon, PGDX Iloilo-AI Expo, SineAI, AI Game On!, AI in Motion, AI Speaks, AI Connect, and AI Policy Lab.

For more information about the #2026AIFest, LIKE and FOLLOW www.facebook.com/aifestph and VISIT the official AI Fest website www.aifest.ph.