Middle East Expansion: BIO-key and Cloud Distribution Co. Partner for IAM and Biometric Security Solutions

BIO-key International has partnered with Cloud Distribution Co. to expand its Identity and Access Management (IAM) and biometric security solutions across the Middle East. Cloud Distribution will lead sales enablement, partner development, and technical execution for BIO-key technologies, including PortalGuard, Passkey, and Web-key. The partnership will strengthen BIO-key's local capabilities while enabling Cloud Distribution to expand its cybersecurity portfolio.

BIO-key International, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKYI) has announced a strategic partnership with Cloud Distribution Co., a prominent Value-Added Distributor (VAD) headquartered in Saudi Arabia, to expand its Identity and Access Management (IAM) and biometric security solutions across the Middle East. This collaboration aims to strengthen BIO-key's local capabilities and enable Cloud Distribution to expand its cybersecurity portfolio.

Under the agreement, Cloud Distribution Co. will lead sales enablement, partner development, and technical execution for BIO-key's technologies, including PortalGuard, Passkey, and Web-key. The partnership will see dedicated in-country resources from Cloud Distribution, including a Pre-Sales Engineer, a Business Development Manager (BDM), and a Project Manager, based in Riyadh. This investment reflects Cloud Distribution's commitment to BIO-key's growth and long-term value in the Middle East market.

"We are proud to partner with BIO-key and bring their cutting-edge identity and biometric authentication solutions to our growing portfolio," said Thamer Abdallah, CEO & Founder of Cloud Distribution Co. "At Cloud Distribution, we prioritize cybersecurity technologies that address modern threats with innovation and scalability. Our investment in local resources dedicated to BIO-key reflects our belief in their vision and our commitment to delivering value across the region."

Alex Rocha, International Managing Director at BIO-key, added, "Our partnership with Cloud Distribution reflects our dedication to the Middle East—not only through innovative solutions but also through strategic alliances with partners who share our vision. The addition of dedicated Cloud Distribution resources for BIO-key in Riyadh is a smart and impactful move that ensures we remain close to our customers and ready to scale."

This partnership comes at a time when the Middle East is experiencing significant growth in the cybersecurity sector, driven by increasing digitalization and the need for robust security solutions. BIO-key's biometric-centric, multi-factor IAM solutions are well-positioned to meet the region's demands for secure digital transformation.

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[2] https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/05/19/3083929/0/en/BIO-key-and-Cloud-Distribution-Co-Partner-to-Expand-IAM-and-Biometric-Security-Solutions-Across-the-Middle-East.html