A global leader in data management, Synology underscored the critical role of robust data protection strategies amid the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) during its participation as a Gold Sponsor at the AIBP Summit Philippines 2025 on September 23 and 24 at City of Dreams Manila.

As AI continues to drive digital transformation across industries, organizations in the Philippines face mounting challenges in safeguarding sensitive information, ensuring compliance, and maintaining operational continuity.

The 2024 Philippine Threat Landscape Report revealed that evolving cyber threats and scam activities have largely targeted the finance, government, education, and telecommunications sectors—emphasizing the urgent need for stronger technical measures and modern data protection frameworks.

Building smarter IT foundations for the AI era

The rapid adoption of AI is reshaping how Filipino businesses operate—fueling innovation while generating unprecedented volumes of data that must be efficiently managed and securely stored. With the country’s AI market projected to reach $3.5 billion by 2030, organizations are tasked with fostering innovation while adhering to global standards for data privacy and cybersecurity.

Recognizing these demands, many enterprises are shifting toward scalable and secure information technology (IT) infrastructures that support long-term growth. Synology has been collaborating with businesses across the region to streamline IT operations through integrated solutions for storage, backup, and data management—all within a unified ecosystem designed to sustain innovation on a resilient, future-ready foundation.

Enhancing data protection strategies in the age of AI

While AI opens new opportunities, it also amplifies risks. Ransomware attacks are becoming more sophisticated, regulatory pressures more complex, and the cost of downtime more severe. Cyber resilience is now a business imperative—not just for critical sectors such as banking, telecommunications, and healthcare, but for any organization seeking to preserve customer trust and investor confidence.

Recent incidents highlight this urgency: the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas reported $5.82 billion in losses among supervised financial institutions due to cyber incidents in 2024, while the state-run health insurance agency suffered a breach involving 750 gigabytes of sensitive data.

To help address these challenges, Synology developed ActiveProtect, a solution that centralizes data protection, safeguards critical workloads, and enables rapid recovery when disruptions occur.

“Businesses across the Philippines are embracing digital transformation at a rapid pace, but with this progress comes heightened responsibility to protect data,” said Claire Huang, Synology’s country manager for the Philippines. “Our mission is to help organizations build resilient IT strategies that allow them to innovate without fear, equipping IT teams with scalable and cost-efficient tools to safeguard data, ensure continuity, and stay ahead in an AI-driven world.”

Through its participation at the AIBP Summit, Synology reaffirmed its commitment to empowering Philippine businesses with data protection solutions that address today’s IT challenges while enabling sustainable digital growth. As organizations continue to navigate the AI era, Synology remains at the forefront of helping them protect what matters most—their data.

Leading the future of data protection

Synology Inc. is a global leader in network-attached storage (NAS) and data management solutions, providing organizations with innovative and reliable ways to protect, manage, and optimize their data. Trusted worldwide, Synology’s technologies enable businesses to enhance security, simplify IT operations, and strengthen data resilience in an increasingly AI-driven world.

For more information, visit https://www.synology.com/en-ph.