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<div style="line-height:1"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/178780584657100 (8).jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">SM City Baguio shares the love of learning through AI, connecting generations in the digital age. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls </em></span></span></span></div><p style="line-height:1">Learning is a lifelong journey, and curiosity has no age limit. Across generations, young learners and senior citizens are finding new ways to explore technology, build digital confidence, and discover how tools like Artificial Intelligence (AI) may help open up new possibilities.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div style="line-height:1">Which is why at SM City Baguio, the mall gives children and senior citizens an opportunity to come together to discover the possibilities of AI during an interactive learning session held in partnership with the Department of Information and Communications Technology – Cordillera Administrative Region (DICT-CAR).<span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/178780578926900 (7).jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Generations of both young and senior learners are getting connected through AI education. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls </em></span></span></span></div><p style="line-height:1">More than an introduction to emerging technology, the session created a space where generations might learn together, ask questions, and discover how AI may be used responsibly in everyday life.</p><div style="line-height:1"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1787805686169_AKF0072.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">10-year-old Jacob Jimenez raises questions during the AI learning session, exploring how AI may help support learning and creativity. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls </em></span></span></span></div><p style="line-height:1">For young participants, the activity encouraged curiosity and creativity, showing how AI may support learning and inspire new ideas. Ten-year-old Jacob Jimenez, a Grade 5 student, was eager to explore more.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">&quot;I want to know more about AI because it is futuristic technology. I tried a game where you have to use AI, and I also made an app,&quot; shared Jimenez.</p><div style="line-height:1"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:633px;display:block"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/178780565587100 (6).jpg" style="width:633px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Mother and son join the AI learning journey in SM City Baguio. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls </em></span></span></span></div><p style="line-height:1">His mother, Joan Jimenez, appreciated the opportunity for children to become more familiar with technology that is increasingly part of their everyday lives. <em>&quot;I am very thankful kasi ino-open ng SM City Baguio ang mga ganitong opportunities para sa mga kids. I hope na mas marami pang ganitong programs,&quot; she shared.</em></p><p style="line-height:1">(I am very thankful because SM City Baguio opens opportunities like this for kids. I hope that there are more programs like this).</p><div style="line-height:1"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/178780557481000 (5).jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Senior citizens engage in a discussion on AI with DICT-CAR, gaining insights on how AI may be used safely and responsibly in everyday life. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls </em></span></span></span></div><p style="line-height:1">For senior citizens, the session offered a chance to become comfortable with digital technology while learning important lessons on online safety and scams.</p><div style="line-height:1"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:633px;display:block"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1787805492749viber_image_2026-08-21_21-56-36-106.jpg" style="width:633px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Cheryl Alquiza proudly shows her certificate after completing the AI learning session led by DICT-CAR at SM City Baguio. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls </em></span></span></span></div><p style="line-height:1">Senior participant Cheryl Alquiza shared how the discussions helped her become aware of potential risks in the digital space. &quot;We learned so much information... Sometimes, we are very vulnerable to scams,&quot; shared Alquiza.</p><div style="line-height:1"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/178780543053000 (4).jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">AI FOR ALL AGES – Senior citizens and kids participate in the AI learning session led by DICT-CAR. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls </em></span></span></span></div><p style="line-height:1">The inclusive nature of the activity highlighted how technology may bring people together across generations. <em>&quot;From kids to seniors, it only goes to show na &#x27;yung technology ay walang pinipiling edad. Very inclusive siya,&quot; said Katherine Aguilar, DICT-CAR Engineer.</em></p><p style="line-height:1">(From kids to seniors, it only goes to show that technology chooses no age. It is very inclusive).</p><div style="line-height:1"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/178780533388700 (3).jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner"><em>Photo source: SM Supermalls </em></span></span></span></div><p style="line-height:1">For SM City Baguio, the initiative reflects its commitment to creating meaningful experiences that bring communities closer, making the mall not only a place for shopping and entertainment, but also a space for learning, connection, and growth.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Through initiatives like this, SM continues to share the Love of Community by creating opportunities where everyone, regardless of age, may learn, participate, and embrace the possibilities of a digital future.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div style="line-height:1"><br/></div>

<p>Learning how to use AI may help young minds build future-ready skills while empowering senior citizens to navigate an increasingly digital world with confidence.</p>

Learning how to use AI may help young minds build future-ready skills while empowering senior citizens to navigate an increasingly digital world with confidence.

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