1. GITEX GLOBAL 2024 is bringing together the international tech community under the overarching theme “Global Collaboration to Forge a Future AI Economy.” In your view, how crucial are public-private collaborations for developing the next generation of AIpowered tech solutions?
Synology believes that public-private collaborations are extremely crucial for developing the next generation of AI-powered tech solutions. These collaborations can drive innovation, ensure broader applicability, and enhance the security and reliability of emerging technologies. Synology leverages cutting-edge research to stay ahead in AI-driven data management and backup solutions, integrating the latest advancements into our products.
2. How is the rapid advancement of AI technologies influencing your industry sector?
The rapid advancements in AI are transforming the data management and storage industry, particularly in enhancing the security, efficiency, and reliability of backup solutions. At Synology, we are committed to helping organizations overcome their data management challenges. Generative AI is just one example of the rapid evolution in data storage and management requirements. In addition to consistently expanding our storage solutions to meet high-performance demands, we also strive to push the limits of IT by providing innovative, cutting-edge technologies.
3. How is your business adopting and integrating AI innovation?
Synology is actively integrating AI into new and existing solutions for our products. Edge AI for our C2 Surveillance Station enables a more advanced monitoring and threat detection, which is crucial for enterprises looking to safeguard their physical and digital environments. Highlighting productivity and elevating users data security and ownership via a private cloud with our productivity suite, combining cost-effective solutions with AIenhanced tools for efficient data management. This integration reflects Synology’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to meet the growing demand for smarter, more efficient, and secure data solutions.
4. Beyond AI, what innovations do you believe will shape the future of your industry and which regions do you foresee leading these advancements by 2025?
As businesses increasingly rely on real-time data processing, edge computing will become crucial. By processing data closer to its source rather than in centralized data centers, edge computing reduces latency, enhances performance, and ensures faster decision-making. For Synology, this means developing NAS devices and data management solutions that are optimized for edge environments, allowing businesses to manage and protect data generated at the edge efficiently. By 2025, regions such as North America, East Asia, and Europe are expected to lead these advancements. Synology’s ability to adapt to and integrate these innovations will be crucial in maintaining and delivering cutting-edge solutions to our global customer base.
5. What are your motivations and expectations for coming onboard the 44th edition of GITEX GLOBAL in 2024?
Our motivation for participating in the 44th edition of GITEX GLOBAL in 2024 is to showcase Synology’s latest innovations, including our upcoming ActiveProtect Appliance - DP series. This new series will offer a simpler, more efficient, and secure data backup solution. The DP series is set to provide comprehensive protection, with significantly increased backup speeds and enhanced features to address ransomware attacks. We expect to gain valuable insights into emerging trends, network with key stakeholders, and explore potential collaborations that can drive future innovations. By participating in GITEX GLOBAL, we aim to strengthen Synology’s position as a leader in the data management and protection, while also contributing to the broader discussion on the future of technology.
6. Are you planning to launch any products or services, showcase new technologies, or announce partnerships during the event?
At the 44th edition of GITEX GLOBAL in 2024, Synology plans to showcase advanced data protection, data management, and surveillance solutions three brand new product lines later this year/early next year: ActiveProtect data protection appliances, GS series scale-out data storage and management platform, and C2 Surveillance Station video surveillance as a service. In addition to the new products, Synology has significant updates to its existing solutions. This includes the Synology AI Console for centralized management of Office Suite GenAI integration, Synology Tiering for hot data and cold data storage optimization in large deployments. Synology's participation in GITEX GLOBAL is motivated by the desire to connect with industry leaders, explore new partnerships, and demonstrate how its integrated solutions help businesses overcome modern challenges on data management and protection.
7. As a global platform for tech enterprises and industry leaders, how does GITEX GLOBAL contribute to the future of your industry?
Synology recognizes GITEX GLOBAL as a pivotal event for connecting with industry leaders, strategic business partners, and potential customers. As a key platform for exploring emerging opportunities, particularly in the MEA region, this marks Synology's third consecutive year at the event. Synology aims to showcase our latest innovations and gain insights into evolving market demands, while leveraging the event to strengthen our presence and expand our business footprint across the region.
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