Meralco hosts regional forum on women in AI, cybersecurity - Daily Tribune

SUBSCRIBE NOW SUPPORT US NEWS the EDIT COMMENTARY BUSINESS LIFE SHOW ACTION GLOBAL GOALS SNAPS DYARYO TIRADA MORE NEWS the EDIT COMMENTARY BUSINESS LIFE SHOW ACTION GLOBAL GOALS SNAPS DYARYO TIRADA MORE BUSINESS Meralco hosts regional forum on women in AI, cybersecurity EMPOWERING WOMEN. She Leads 2026: Women Powering AI, Cyber, and Governance is a virtual leadership forum held last March 11 was attended by 761 online participants across Asia-Pacific. Seen in the photo are the guest speakers (top to bottom) DENR Chief Information Officer Arlene A. Romasanta, Asia Pacific College Executive Director Rhea-Luz R. Valbuena, Steel Asia Manufacturing Corporation Chief Audit Executive Zaida Angelita P. Lazaro and Meralco Group Chief Audit Executive Melanie T. OteyzaMachine Learning & Artificial Intelligence DT Published on:  30 Mar 2026, 07:50 Copied The Manila Electric Company convened more than 700 participants from across Asia-Pacific for a virtual forum highlighting the role of women in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and governance, as part of its International Women’s Month activities. The event, titled “She Leads 2026,” gathered leaders from the private sector, government, academe and regional organizations, including representatives from the Heads of ASEAN Power Utilities/Authorities, Sarawak Energy and PacificLight. Discussions focused on ethical AI, digital security and inclusive leadership in governance. ADVERTISEMENT Speakers included Department of Environment and Natural Resources chief information officer Arlene Romasanta, Asia Pacific College executive director Rhea-Luz Valbuena and Steel Asia chief audit executive Zaida Lazaro, who shared insights on building ethical digital systems and managing risks in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.Computer Security In her keynote, Meralco senior vice president and chief audit executive Melanie Oteyza said leadership in the digital age is defined by purpose and impact, noting that women are playing a key role in shaping transformation across industries. ADVERTISEMENT The forum forms part of Meralco’s broader efforts to promote inclusive leadership and responsible digital transformation, alongside programs aimed at preparing future leaders and strengthening ties between industry and academe. AI Cybersecurity Meralco National Women's Month Follow Us Show Comments ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Latest Stories No stories found. Daily Tribune tribune.net.ph INSTALL APP Discover more Breaking news alerts Newspaper delivery service Online news portal CLOSE AD