ZENDATA has announced a strategic joint venture with MBME Group to launch ZENDATA Cyber Defense. The new company delivers advanced, end-to-end cyber defense services across the Middle East and international markets. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, ZENDATA Cyber Defense is designed to protect governments, critical infrastructure, and enterprises operating at scale.
A Strategic Partnership Built for Scale
The joint venture brings together MBME Group’s fintech-scale digital infrastructure and regional reach with ZENDATA’s global cybersecurity expertise. MBME Group operates one of the largest integrated digital services platforms in the UAE. ZENDATA contributes deep capabilities in security operations, incident response, and threat intelligence. Together, they address the growing complexity and frequency of cyber threats across the region.
End-to-End Cyber Defense Capabilities
ZENDATA Cyber Defense provides a full spectrum of cybersecurity services. These include 24/7 Security Operations Center services delivered through SOC-as-a-Code.
This model enables customised IT and OT security solutions for governments, enterprises, and SMEs. Additional services include threat intelligence, dark web monitoring, and proactive threat hunting. The company also delivers global incident response, cyber crisis management, and business continuity support.
Risk, Compliance, and Operational Resilience
Risk audits and penetration testing are provided across both IT and OT environments. ZENDATA Cyber Defense also supports organisations with security architecture, governance, and compliance advisory. These services align with regional and international regulatory standards. The approach is designed to strengthen resilience without slowing digital growth.
Shifting from Reactive to Intelligence-Led Security
Cybersecurity has become a foundational requirement for modern digital economies. Organisations face increasingly sophisticated attacks targeting financial systems, public services, and critical infrastructure. The joint venture enables clients to shift from reactive security models to proactive, intelligence-led defense. ZENDATA Cyber Defense positions itself as a long-term strategic partner for national and sector-wide cyber resilience initiatives.
The launch aligns with national and regional digital transformation agendas. These strategies prioritise secure digital services, data sovereignty, and infrastructure protection. ZENDATA Cyber Defense embeds cybersecurity by design across digital platforms. This includes e-government services, citizen platforms, and large-scale financial ecosystems.
The First AI Powered Security Operations Centre
ZENDATA Cyber Defense will deliver advanced regional capabilities. This includes the first in-country, AI-powered Security Operations Center fully compliant with UAE legislation and Central Bank requirements. Sector-specific solutions will support finance, energy, logistics, healthcare, and smart cities. Strategic partnerships with regulators, law enforcement, and industry bodies will strengthen cyber maturity across the region.
Built for National and Enterprise-Scale Security
ZENDATA Cyber Defense combines regional presence with global expertise. It is built to operate at the scale required by national digital transformation programs. The joint venture reflects a shared commitment to secure innovation and trusted digital growth.
About ZENDATA Cybersecurity
ZENDATA is a DESC and CREST-accredited cybersecurity company headquartered in Switzerland. It operates global Security Operations Centers across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. ZENDATA delivers 24/7 monitoring, incident response, penetration testing, and managed security services. Its SOC-as-a-Code model enables adaptable security for both multinationals and SMEs.
About MBME Group
MBME Group is one of the UAE’s largest technology service providers. It enables digital services for government, semi-government, and private sector entities. The Group operates an integrated fintech ecosystem and supports millions of users across thousands of smart touchpoints nationwide.
