Middle East And Africa Facial Recognition Market
Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market, By Component (Software, Services); By Application (Access Control, Attendance Tracking & Monitoring, Emotion Recognition, Security & Surveillance); By End User (Retail & E-commerce, Media & Entertainment, BFSI, Automobile & Transportation, IT & Telecom, Government, Healthcare); By Country (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, South Africa, Nigeria, Algeria, Rest of MEA), Trend Analysis, Competitive Landscape & Forecast, 2019–2030
- Published Date: February 2024
- Report ID: BWC24110
- Available Format: PDF
- Page: 300
Report Overview
Increasing implementation and utilization of facial recognition technology solutions in addressing security concerns across diverse sectors, particularly in government sector, are expected to drive the Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market during the forecast period between 2024 and 2030.
Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market – Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2030
The Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market size was estimated at USD 67.51 billion in 2023. During the forecast period between 2024 and 2030, the Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.93% reaching a value of USD 107.89 billion by 2030. A prominent driver of the market is the increasing advent of the "fourth industrial revolution," Industry 4.0, characterized by rapid advancements in various next-generation technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI). Advanced facial recognition systems, developed within this context, leverage AI features, IP cameras, machine learning algorithms, and cognitive technology to authenticate individuals from video sources or digital images. In contrast to traditional facial recognition systems with vulnerabilities, AI-based counterparts demonstrate significantly enhanced accuracy. The trend of replacing traditional fingerprinting scanners with AI-based facial recognition systems in security setups is gaining momentum, contributing to broader adoption. Notably, beyond technology giants, the military sectors are also considering incorporating AI technology to address battlefield challenges. Consequently, the market experiences growth due to the reinforcement provided by AI-powered facial recognition technology. Also, the market is further propelled by increasing government initiatives and investments aimed at promoting AI-based facial recognition technologies.
Facial Recognition Technology – Overview
Facial recognition technology involves the process of authenticating, identifying, or confirming an individual's identity through their facial features. The facial recognition system utilizes computer algorithms to extract distinctive facial details, creating faceprints for storage. By mapping facial features from images or videos and comparing them with known faces in a database, facial recognition verifies a person's identity. Widely employed by governments and law enforcement agencies for enhanced security, the demand for facial recognition technology is growing. The Facial Recognition Market is further propelled by the increasing adoption of multi-factor authentication, incorporating fingerprints, retina scans, and facial recognition. Ongoing innovations in facial recognition systems across various sectors are anticipated to drive market growth, especially in surveillance applications within the public sector, where facial recognition serves as a crucial tool for detecting and locating human faces in images and videos.
Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market
Growth Drivers
Rising Security Concerns
The surge in criminal activities and a heightened focus on surveillance and safety have led to a growing demand for facial recognition technology in both government and civil sectors. The escalating threats of cybersecurity breaches, along with malware and ransomware attacks aimed at stealing confidential information, further drive the need for facial recognition technology to safeguard systems, devices and data. Additionally, government bodies worldwide are taking proactive measures by initiating projects to deploy multiple face recognition systems in key locations, such as airports and train stations. This strategic approach aims to deter unlawful activities, including theft of personal belongings, and enhance overall security measures.
Challenges
High Cost associated with Implementation and Maintenance of Facial Recognition Systems
The growth of Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market faces hindrance due to the high costs linked to implementation and maintenance of the systems. The substantial financial requirements associated with deploying deep learning engines, middleware for large-scale surveillance, and smart surveillance engines limit market growth. Furthermore, a scarcity of investment and funds acts as a significant restraint, slowing the adoption of facial recognition solutions in the region. Despite these challenges, industry players are actively leveraging effective algorithms to offer cost-effective solutions and enhance the accuracy of facial recognition technology in the market.
Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market
The impact of increasing geopolitical tensions on the Facial Recognition Market in the Middle East and Africa region is profound. The escalating influence of digital authoritarianism, particularly in nations like Saudi Arabia and the UAE, is pivotal. Collaborations with China and Israel, particularly the experimental Red Wolf system deployed in Hebron, contribute to reshaping the facial recognition landscape. Governments respond with swift technological pushback, employing strategies like online crackdowns, censorship, and the introduction of cyber-crime laws. It not only restricts online discourse but also conflates criticism with "fake news" and suppresses dissent. The proliferation of spyware, exemplified by Israel's NSO Group's Pegasus, raises significant privacy and security concerns, impacting social movements. The evolving collaboration between Israel and Gulf states further deepens complexities surrounding surveillance technologies in the region, underscoring the broader geopolitical impact on the Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market.
Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market
Segmental Coverage
Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market – By Component
By component, the Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market is bifurcated into Software and Services segments. The software segment holds a higher share in the Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market by component. The growing focus on the adoption of advancing technologies like cloud-based systems, artificial intelligence (AI), and Internet connectivity is a significant catalyst, creating lucrative revenue opportunities for established players as well as newcomers in the facial recognition sector.
Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market – By Application
Based on application, the Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market is divided into Access Control, Attendance Tracking & Monitoring, Emotion Recognition, and Security & Surveillance segments. The access control segment is expected to dominate the Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market by application during the forecast period. The dominance is attributed to the increasing emphasis of companies on improving their access control systems. Meanwhile, the security & surveillance segment is expected to witness the fastest growing rate during the forecast period. It can be attributed to the escalating adoption of facial recognition technology in security and surveillance systems, particularly in high-security zones. Notably, law enforcement agencies utilize security and surveillance systems for locating missing children or identifying individuals involved in criminal activities. Additionally, business proprietors favor the installation of facial recognition-based security systems to oversee individuals and recognize their faces upon entering their establishments. Moreover, airports are increasingly integrating facial recognition technology into security checkpoints, enhancing public safety by discouraging criminal activities under the vigilance of surveillance systems.
Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market – By End User
On the basis of end user, the Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market is divided into Retail and E-commerce, Media & Entertainment, BFSI, Automobile & Transportation, IT & Telecom, Government, and Healthcare segments. The government segment holds the highest share in the Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market by end user. It is primarily due to the growing need for recognition solutions within law enforcement and security agencies. Face recognition solutions play a crucial role in real-time recognition and verification of suspected criminals, as well as cross-border monitoring, ensuring a secure and protected environment.
Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market – By Country
The in-depth research report on the Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market covers the market in the region’s major countries including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, South Africa, Nigeria, Algeria, and Rest of MEA. South Africa holds the highest share in the Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market due to widespread adoption for identity verification and security. Despite concerns about biases and misuse, facial recognition is integral to combatting identity theft and fraud. Private sector and Chinese entities contribute to developing 'smart cities.' The rise in internet usage facilitates data collection for border monitoring, access to government services, and commercial entity protection. While facial recognition reduces fraud, concerns arise over privacy invasion, hacking, and algorithmic biases, prompting the need for robust cybersecurity measures. Policymakers should conduct regular audits and employ context-specific algorithms to align technological progress with legislation.
Competitive Landscape
Major players operating in Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market include Fujitsu, NEC Corporation, IDEMIA, VisionLabs, Invixium, Emirates Face Recognition LLC, Ayonix, RecFaces, and Heyce Technologies. To further enhance their market share, these companies employ various strategies, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, license agreements, and new product launches.
Recent Developments
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In July 2023 - Mashreq introduced Electronic Facial Recognition (EFR) technology to streamline the onboarding process for large corporate clients in the UAE. The initiative enables paperless account opening for corporate banking clients, addressing the digital gap often seen in wholesale banking.
Scope of the Report
Attributes |
Details |
Years Considered |
Historical Data – 2019–2030 |
Base Year – 2023 |
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Estimated Year – 2024 |
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Forecast Period – 2024–2030 |
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Facts Covered |
Revenue in USD billion |
Market Coverage |
Middle East and Africa |
Product/ Service Segmentation |
Component, Application, End User, Region |
Key Players |
Fujitsu, NEC Corporation, IDEMIA, VisionLabs, Invixium, Emirates Face Recognition LLC, Ayonix, RecFaces, Heyce Technologies |
By Component
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Software
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Services
By Application
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Access Control
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Attendance Tracking & Monitoring
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Emotion Recognition
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Security & Surveillance
By End User
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Retail & E-commerce
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Media & Entertainment
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BFSI
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Automobile & Transportation
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IT & Telecom
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Government
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Healthcare
By Country
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Saudi Arabia
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UAE
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Qatar
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Kuwait
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South Africa
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Nigeria
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Algeria
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Rest of MEA
- Research Framework
- Research Objective
- Product Overview
- Market Segmentation
- Executive Summary
- Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market Insights
- Industry Value Chain Analysis
- DROC Analysis
- Growth Drivers
- Rising security concerns
- Increasing adoption in diverse sectors
- Restraints
- Increasing privacy concerns
- High cost associated with implementation and maintenance of facial recognition
- Opportunities
- Developments in edge computing and AI
- Increase in focus on ethical and secure solutions
- Challenges
- Cybersecurity threats
- Growth Drivers
- Technological Advancements/Recent Developments
- Regulatory Framework
- Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- Bargaining Power of Buyers
- Threat of New Entrants
- Threat of Substitutes
- Intensity of Rivalry
- Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market: Marketing Strategies
- Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market Overview
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Market Share & Forecast
- By Component
- Software
- Services
- By Application
- Access Control
- Attendance Tracking & Monitoring
- Emotion Recognition
- Security & Surveillance
- Others
- By End User
- Retail & E-commerce
- Media & Entertainment
- BFSI
- Automobile & Transportation
- IT & Telecom
- Government
- Healthcare
- Others
- By Country
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Qatar
- Kuwait
- South Africa
- Nigeria
- Algeria
- Rest of MEA
- By Component
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- Saudi Arabia Facial Recognition Market
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Market Share & Forecast
- By Application
- By End User
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- UAE Facial Recognition Market
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Market Share & Forecast
- By Component
- By Application
- By End User
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- Qatar Facial Recognition Market
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Market Share & Forecast
- By Component
- By Application
- By End User
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- Kuwait Facial Recognition Market
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Market Share & Forecast
- By Component
- By Application
- By End User
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- South Africa Facial Recognition Market
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Market Share & Forecast
- By Component
- By Application
- By End User
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- Nigeria Facial Recognition Market
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Market Share & Forecast
- By Component
- By Application
- By End User
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- Algeria Facial Recognition Market
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Market Share & Forecast
- By Component
- By Application
- By End User
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- Rest of MEA Facial Recognition Market
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Market Share & Forecast
- By Component
- By Application
- By End User
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
- Competitive Landscape
- List of Key Players and Their Offerings
- Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Company Market Share Analysis, 2023
- Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
- Key Strategic Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, etc.)
- Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market
- Company Profiles (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, and SWOT Analysis)
- Fujitsu
- NEC Corporation
- IDEMIA
- VisionLabs
- Invixium
- Emirates Face Recognition LLC
- Ayonix
- RecFaces
- Heyce Technologies
- Other Prominent Players
- Key Strategic Recommendations
- Research Methodology
- Qualitative Research
- Primary & Secondary Research
- Quantitative Research
- Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
- Secondary Research
- Primary Research
- Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Region
- Assumptions & Limitations
- Qualitative Research
*Financial information of non-listed companies can be provided as per availability.
**The segmentation and the companies are subject to modifications based on in-depth secondary research for the final deliverable
List of Figures
Figure 1 Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Segmentation
Figure 2 Middle East and Africa Facial Recognition Market Value Chain Analysis
Figure 3 Company Market Share Analysis, 2023
Figure 4 Middle East & Africa Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Figure 5 Middle East & Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 6 Middle East & Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 7 Middle East & Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 8 Middle East & Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By Country, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 9 Saudi Arabia Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Figure 10 Saudi Arabia Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 11 Saudi Arabia Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 12 Saudi Arabia Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 13 UAE Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Figure 14 UAE Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 15 UAE Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 16 UAE Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 17 Qatar Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Figure 18 Qatar Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 19 Qatar Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 20 Qatar Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 21 Kuwait Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Figure 22 Kuwait Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 23 Kuwait Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 24 Kuwait Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 25 South Africa Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Figure 26 South Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 27 South Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 28 South Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 29 Nigeria Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Figure 30 Nigeria Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 31 Nigeria Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 32 Nigeria Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 33 Algeria Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Figure 34 Algeria Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 35 Algeria Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 36 Algeria Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 37 Rest of MEA Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Figure 38 Rest of MEA Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 39 Rest of MEA Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Figure 40 Rest of MEA Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
List of Tables
Table 1 Middle East & Africa Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Table 2 Middle East & Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 3 Middle East & Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 4 Middle East & Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 5 Middle East & Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By Country, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 6 Saudi Arabia Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Table 7 Saudi Arabia Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 8 Saudi Arabia Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 9 Saudi Arabia Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 10 UAE Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Table 11 UAE Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 12 UAE Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 13 UAE Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 14 Qatar Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Table 15 Qatar Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 16 Qatar Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 17 Qatar Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 18 Kuwait Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Table 19 Kuwait Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 20 Kuwait Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 21 Kuwait Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 22 South Africa Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Table 23 South Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 24 South Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 25 South Africa Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 26 Nigeria Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Table 27 Nigeria Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 28 Nigeria Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 29 Nigeria Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 30 Algeria Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Table 31 Algeria Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 32 Algeria Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 33 Algeria Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 34 Rest of MEA Facial Recognition Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030
Table 35 Rest of MEA Facial Recognition Market Share, By Component, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 36 Rest of MEA Facial Recognition Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 37 Rest of MEA Facial Recognition Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030
Table 38 Fujitsu Company Overview
Table 39 Fujitsu Financial Overview
Table 40 NEC Corporation Company Overview
Table 41 NEC Corporation Financial Overview
Table 42 IDEMIA Company Overview
Table 43 IDEMIA Financial Overview
Table 44 VisionLabs Company Overview
Table 45 VisionLabs Financial Overview
Table 46 Invixium Company Overview
Table 47 Invixium Financial Overview
Table 48 Emirates Face Recognition LLC Company Overview
Table 49 Emirates Face Recognition LLC Financial Overview
Table 50 Ayonix Company Overview
Table 51 Ayonix Financial Overview
Table 52 RecFaces Company Overview
Table 53 RecFaces Financial Overview
Table 54 Heyce Technologies Company Overview
Table 55 Heyce Technologies Financial Overview
Market Segmentation
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