Gorilla Technology Group Inc. GRRR was recently named the exclusive AI and digital infrastructure partner for the $100 billion Global Edge Fund, marking a major milestone in its expansion. This deal will not only drive short-term financial gains for the company but also position Gorilla as a key player in the AI-powered digital revolution, reinforcing its long-term growth strategy. The company also raised its 2025 revenue guidance from the previous $90-$100 million to $100-$110 million.
The Global Edge Fund, led by Brazil Invest-Abu Dhabi Investment Fund, is a large-scale initiative focused on digital transformation, cybersecurity and AI-driven infrastructure. Of its total investments, $20 billion is earmarked for digital advancements in the United States, while $80 billion will support projects in South America, including Brazil.
As part of the partnership, Gorilla CEO Jay Chandan has been appointed to the Global Edge Fund’s board of directors, which is expected to enable close collaboration between technology development and investment execution. The fund designated $20 billion from its infrastructure investments to support digital transformation using Gorilla's solutions.
This could significantly boost GRRR’s revenue streams in the coming years. Investors may see this as a sign of long-term stability and expansion, supporting the company’s latest efforts to dispel ‘unnecessary confusion’ sparked by a recent report.
Beyond this deal, two additional investment funds are in the pipeline, a $20 billion EMEA-focused fund supporting digitization across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and a Southeast Asia-focused fund ranging from $50 billion to $100 billion, with $20-$40 billion set aside for Thailand’s national infrastructure projects. This will likely open doors to new markets across these regions and bring more contracts for GRRR.
Gorilla’s role in these initiatives highlights the increasing demand for AI-powered solutions in smart cities, cybersecurity and critical infrastructure. As such, the company is positioned to play a leading role in the next phase of global digital transformation.
Shares of Gorilla Technology have gained 317.5% in the past year, outperforming the industry’s 43.2% increase.
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