AI Adoption and Cyber Threats Drive Data Infrastructure Upgrades
The widespread use of artificial intelligence (AI) and the growing prevalence of cyber threats are driving companies to update their data management strategies. Digital infrastructure is no longer only required to store vast amounts of data, but must also support AI processing and provide protection against various cybersecurity risks.
This trend was a primary focus at the Computex 2026 event held in Taipei, Taiwan, from 2–5 June 2026. Several technology companies introduced new solutions to address increasingly complex data management needs.
Among them, Synology introduced various developments in data storage systems and cyber protection. The company showcased innovations ranging from enterprise infrastructure to private cloud solutions for individual users.
Synology Chairman and CEO Philip Wong stated that the organisational need for data control is increasing alongside the growth of AI usage. “Every one of our products is developed to provide users with full control over their data, with strong security, reliability, and privacy as the foundation to support evolving digital needs,” said Philip.
During the exhibition, Synology introduced the latest generation of DiskStation Manager (DSM), an operating system for network attached storage (NAS) devices. The latest development allows organisations to run AI processes locally through GPU-based processing support without having to move sensitive data to external services.
Additionally, the company presented features for workflow automation and large-scale infrastructure management through a single centralised system.
In the field of data protection, Synology introduced ActiveProtect Manager 2.0 and the DP5200 device. These solutions are designed to extend data protection across various cloud platforms and are equipped with AI-based anomaly and malware detection capabilities.
Synology’s Indonesia Country Manager, Clara Hsu, noted that the need for data protection systems is becoming increasingly relevant amidst rising ransomware risks and limited IT resources in many organisations. According to Clara, companies in Indonesia are beginning to seek infrastructure capable of supporting digital transformation without adding complexity to system management.
“The key is to choose infrastructure that is cost-effective, easy to manage, and highly scalable without adding unnecessary complexity,” said Clara.
Developments in AI technology and increasing cyber threats are expected to continue driving corporate investment in data infrastructure that is more secure, flexible, and capable of supporting AI-based operational requirements.