The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said Friday it launched a new chatbot powered by artificial intelligence (AI) to help the public with questions about its rules and regulations.
The chatbot, called SEC AInnovation, was launched on June 2, 2025 to give users real-time answers and explain the SEC’s processes in a simple way.
The system uses legal sources such as the Revised Corporation Code (Republic Act No. 11232), the Securities Regulation Code (Republic Act No. 8799) and other SEC rules, guidelines, circulars, advisories and services.
SEC AInnovation aims to reduce the need for people to do manual research or visit SEC offices for help.
The chatbot can understand and respond in English, Filipino, Bisaya and other local languages. It uses a natural language processing engine to better understand how people speak.
“This initiative is all about breaking barriers and making our services faster, smarter and more accessible to everyone, not just in the Philippines but all over the world. This system is built to communicate the way you do, breaking language barriers and making sure that everyone feels heard and understood,” said outgoing SEC chairman Emilio Aquino during the launch.
“It’s a fusion of AI and innovation, reflecting the Commission’s strong commitment to leveraging advanced technology to better serve the public. This platform represents the Commission’s bold step into the future,” he said.
The chatbot also includes other features such as voice input and clickable topic links to make it easier for users to interact with the platform.
