Kollab Expands AI Reach with Senti AI Acquisition
Kollab Expands AI Reach with Senti AI Acquisition
Kollab, renowned for its digital transformation expertise, has marked the beginning of 2025 with a groundbreaking acquisition. The company has sealed a 100% acquisition of Senti AI, the Philippines’ pioneering artificial intelligence firm. This move signifies a pivotal moment in Kollab’s mission to promote AI adoption in the Philippines and enhance its cloud-first solutions across Southeast Asia.
A Strategic Move for AI Advancement
With this acquisition, Kollab is set to scale new heights in the realm of AI. Jonathan Ty, Chief Commercial Officer & Head of Business Development at Kollab, emphasized that Senti AI’s decade-long excellence and credibility in implementing efficient AI solutions align perfectly with Kollab’s vision. He stated, “We believe that artificial intelligence plays a critical role in driving innovation, competitiveness, and market growth for organizations across the region. Our acquisition of Senti AI will enhance our ability to help customers adopt and scale AI initiatives more securely, efficiently, and responsibly.”
Senti AI, established as the first Philippine company to earn the Google Cloud Machine Learning Specialization distinction, has cemented its place as an AI industry leader in Southeast Asia. This accolade underscores Senti AI’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge machine learning solutions that drive digital transformation.
Integration of Senti AI’s Expertise
The acquisition allows Kollab to integrate Senti AI’s advanced products and services under a new “AI and Data Analytics” umbrella. This suite of solutions includes AI Strategy and Foundation, Document AI & Cloud Vision, Intelligent Agents, Data Analytics & Visualization, NLP Engines, and AI & Data Governance. By combining these offerings with Kollab’s existing capabilities, the company aims to provide comprehensive, end-to-end digitization solutions to local firms.
Ralph Vincent Regalado, Co-Founder & CEO of Senti AI, will join Kollab’s Board of Directors as Chief Scientist & Head of AI. Expressing his excitement about the acquisition, Regalado said, “With this acquisition, we are taking a significant step forward in spreading the word about AI and its benefits to Philippine enterprises. We look forward to working closely with Kollab and reaching out to more clients with their help.”
Addressing Challenges in AI Adoption
The acquisition comes at a crucial time when many Filipino companies face challenges in adopting AI into their business operations. These challenges include a lack of internal confidence and expertise, concerns about AI’s ethical and social implications, difficulties integrating multiple vendors and partners, and perceived difficulty in recruiting and retaining top talent.
Kollab’s enhanced capabilities, bolstered by Senti AI’s expertise, aim to address these challenges head-on. The company plans to provide intensive AI training to boost internal expertise, along with AI and data governance solutions. These initiatives are designed to benefit various industries such as financial services and fintech, travel, energy, food & beverage, transportation & logistics, healthcare, education, retail, business process outsourcing, telecommunications, and manufacturing.
Promoting AI Use in Philippine Businesses
One of Kollab’s key objectives is to promote the use of AI in Philippine businesses. By focusing on education, data security and privacy, and customized AI services, Kollab aims to become a trusted partner for Filipino businesses navigating their digital transformation journeys. The company’s tailored AI solutions are expected to help businesses enhance their operational efficiency, drive innovation, and stay competitive in an increasingly digital world.
Expanding AI Solutions Across Southeast Asia
Kollab’s acquisition of Senti AI is not just about enhancing its presence in the Philippines. It is also about expanding its AI solutions across Southeast Asia. With Senti AI’s strong foundation in machine learning and Kollab’s expertise in digital transformation, the combined entity is well-positioned to lead AI innovation in the region.
Looking Ahead
As Kollab continues to integrate Senti AI’s offerings, the company remains committed to helping its clients adopt and scale AI initiatives more effectively. Jonathan Ty adds, “By teaming up with Senti AI, we can realize our vision of becoming the go-to partner for AI-driven digital transformation in the Philippines and beyond. We are excited about the future and the possibilities that lie ahead.”
The acquisition of Senti AI marks a significant milestone in Kollab’s journey. As the company embarks on this new chapter, it is poised to drive AI innovation, support local businesses, and promote digital transformation across Southeast Asia. With a robust suite of AI and data analytics solutions, Kollab is ready to lead the way in AI adoption and help businesses thrive in the digital age.
With the acquisition of Senti AI, Kollab underscores its commitment to constantly improving its cloud-first services for clients. For more information and updates on Kollab, visit https://www.kollab.com/ and follow its LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/company/kollabph/.
