Dubai, UAE – July 10, 2025 – Aipix, a leading provider of advanced video analytics and AI-driven surveillance solutions, today announced a strategic collaboration with Smarttive, a key technology integrator focusing on public safety and operational efficiency in the MENA region. Together, the companies are accelerating the deployment of intelligent surveillance infrastructure to support the region’s vision of safe, connected, and responsive smart cities.
The companies are working together on projects involving smart physical security technologies introducing the telecom market with flexible and turnkey solutions for implementing value-added services based on cloud video surveillance in the MENA.
The collaboration leverages Aipix’s expertise in AI-based video analytics, including behavioral detection, anomaly prediction, and edge processing, alongside Smarttive’s strong local presence and telecom integration experience. Together, the companies are delivering unified surveillance platforms that combine real-time monitoring, access control, emergency systems, and smart storage – fully compliant with local data sovereignty laws.
The video surveillance market in the GCC is being driven by government investment, cross-sector AI adoption, and rapid 5G/NB-IoT expansion. As demand surges in verticals such as public safety, transportation, and banking, Smarttive and Aipix are uniquely positioned to provide end-to-end solutions – from AI modeling and edge devices to cloud-native analytics.
In a recent joint interview, Ali Shafaquat, Chief Strategy Officer at Smarttive, and Alexander Baiko, First Deputy Director and Solution Architect at Aipix, shared key insights on how AI and telecom innovation are transforming cities across the Gulf Cooperation Council. The conversation is now available on the Aipix VAS Platform Website(https://aipix.ai/blog/en/the-smarter-future-is-now-key-players-innovation-drivers-and-smart-telecom-strategies-shaping-the-mena-region/).
“With the GCC’s rapid embrace of smart technologies, we are witnessing a shift from traditional infrastructure to intelligent, interconnected ecosystems,” said Ali Shafaquat. “It’s an exciting time for innovators, investors, and governments to align around a common digital future.”
Key Themes Discussed:
● Emerging telecom market trends and regional technology adoption

● The rise of 5G, IoT, and smart home B2C services

● Transformation of telecom companies into solution integrators

● Accelerating demand for AI-driven, edge, and cloud-based solutions

● Growth of cloud video surveillance and smart security technologies

This conversation is designed for those at the cutting edge of digital transformation. The GCC region is evolving rapidly, and it's vital for innovators, investors, and public sector leaders to align with this momentum.
About Aipix(https://aipix.ai/value-added-services)
Aipix is a global leader in intelligent surveillance platforms designed to enhance urban safety, operational efficiency, and real-time situational awareness. From behavioral detection to edge AI deployment, Aipix solutions power smarter cities and safer environments across multiple sectors.
About Smarttive
Smarttive, a distinguished global technology service provider, specializes in delivering bespoke and outstanding smart surveillance and medical solutions, elevating urban safety and efficiency to unparalleled levels. Smarttive enables scalable, compliant, and future-ready digital ecosystems.