“Forging the Future: MBME Group and ZENDATA Unite for Groundbreaking Cyber Defense Initiative”

MBME Group, a prominent UAE-based technology and digital services leader, has partnered with ZENDATA, an international cybersecurity specialist, to launch ZENDATA Cyber Defense. This new venture aims to provide innovative, comprehensive cyber defense solutions across the region.

ZENDATA Cyber Defense will harness MBME Group’s extensive digital payment and technology ecosystem along with ZENDATA’s deep expertise in security operations, incident response, and threat intelligence. As a major integrated digital services platform in the UAE, MBME Group reaches millions of customers through a vast network of smart touchpoints. ZENDATA, accredited by DESC and CREST, operates global Security Operations Centers (SOCs) and is well-established in Europe, Singapore, and the Middle East, delivering continuous monitoring, penetration testing, and managed security services.

Based in Abu Dhabi, ZENDATA Cyber Defense is dedicated to serving clients throughout the GCC, the broader Middle East, and crucial international markets.

Establishing a New Standard for Cyber Resilience in the Region

With a vision to set a benchmark in cyber resilience, ZENDATA Cyber Defense will offer a comprehensive range of cyber defense services, such as:

• 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC), incorporating a Soc-as-a-Code platform that provides tailored OT and IT security solutions for governments, multinational corporations, and SMEs.
• Proactive threat intelligence, dark web monitoring, and threat hunting services that deliver DEF CON-level protection for governmental bodies and organizations.
• Global 24/7 incident response, encompassing cyber crisis management and business continuity plans.
• Risk audits and penetration testing for both IT and OT environments.
• Security architecture, governance, and compliance advisory, with support for regional and international standards.

By merging MBME Group’s expansive digital infrastructure and connections with government and semi-government entities alongside ZENDATA’s advanced technical and operational cyber capabilities, this joint venture is set to become a trusted strategic partner for national and sector-wide cyber resilience initiatives.

Abdelhadi Mohamed, Managing Director and Group CEO of MBME Group, remarked: “In today’s digital economy, cybersecurity is crucial. As MBME Group continues to enhance advanced payment and digital services across the UAE and beyond, our collaboration with ZENDATA integrates top-tier cyber resilience into our strategic growth. ZENDATA Cyber Defense will enable governments, regulators, and enterprises to transition from reactive measures to proactive, intelligence-based protection.”

Isabelle Meyer, CEO and Co-Founder of ZENDATA, emphasized:

“In recent years, we have witnessed a significant surge in both the frequency and complexity of cyberattacks targeting critical sectors across EMEA. By collaborating with MBME Group, we are establishing a cybersecurity powerhouse that is rooted in the region and bolstered by global expertise, ready to support national digital transformation programs. ZENDATA Cyber Defense is the elite team of specialized engineers with extensive experience.”

Supporting National and Sector-Wide Digital Transformation

The inception of ZENDATA Cyber Defense corresponds with national and regional priorities that emphasize secure digital transformation, data sovereignty, and safeguarding critical infrastructure. As MBME Group facilitates digital payment and service pathways for government, semi-government, and private sector organizations, this joint venture is set to integrate cybersecurity by design within digital platforms, from citizen services and e-government portals to comprehensive financial ecosystems.

ZENDATA Cyber Defense will also concentrate on:

• Launching the first in-country AI-powered SOC, compliant with UAE legislation and the Central Bank.
• Providing sector-specific solutions for finance, energy, logistics, healthcare, and smart cities.
• Forging strategic partnerships with regulators, law enforcement, and industry organizations to elevate overall cyber maturity in the region.