(SeaPRwire) –   The new LiDAR analytics SaaS platform will target the AI data center construction sector – growing at 30% per year – with DaaS and SaaS offerings

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 28, 2026 — ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq:ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) (“ZenaTech”), a provider of technology solutions in AI drones, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS, and Quantum Computing, has announced its move into the fast-expanding AI data center construction sector. This entry is marked by the start of initial development for ZenaWorx, a progress monitoring software for Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) that utilizes LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging). Engineered to enhance precision and reduce costs throughout the construction process, the software will be co-developed and delivered via the company’s Drone as a Service and Enterprise SaaS units. ZenaWorx employs LiDAR data gathered by drones to produce comprehensive 3D digital site maps, which are then used to monitor construction advancement and spot any discrepancies from the original plans. The company is in discussions with a prospective beta client, who is preparing to start a multi-hundred-acre AI data center build, to utilize this project in the service’s development.

“The AI data center market is undergoing remarkable growth, presenting a significant opportunity for drone-enabled surveying, analytics, and construction monitoring solutions,” stated Shaun Passley, Ph.D., CEO of ZenaTech. “Through ZenaWorx, we aim to equip construction and infrastructure operators with sophisticated aerial data gathering, 3D analytics powered by LiDAR, and a scalable subscription service. This is designed to boost visibility, efficiency, and cost-efficiency in project delivery from start to finish.”

ZenaWorx is an Enterprise SaaS product, also planned for integration into Drone as a Service contracts. It concentrates on converting data collected by drones and LiDAR into visual, analytics-centric insights on construction progress. Currently in its initial development phase, the software is meant to facilitate uniform reporting and performance monitoring on construction sites, with potential for wider uses to be investigated in the future.

The solution will employ aerial data capture enabled by LiDAR to track construction progress on extensive sites with great accuracy. LiDAR sensors on drones utilize laser scanning to produce precise 3D models of physical spaces. This enables project teams to assess terrain, monitor changes in elevation, and contrast actual construction progress with design plans throughout the project’s entire duration.

According to Mordor Intelligence, the North American AI data center market is expanding at a 30% compound annual growth rate until 2030, while JLL research indicates the sector is in a global infrastructure investment super cycle. This growth is fueled by rapidly increasing demand for AI computing infrastructure and hyperscale cloud services. In this context, major AI data center construction endeavors often take between 12 and 36 months to finish, encompassing substantial earthmoving, site grading, and coordination of multi-stage infrastructure.

VDC progress monitoring, surveying, and digital site intelligence tools are becoming a vital component of the data center development landscape. They aid in achieving better schedule precision, cost management, and capital efficiency for intricate construction projects.

About ZenaTech

ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) is a technology firm focused on AI-autonomous drone platforms that modernize industrial, government, and defense sectors. Its operations include drone manufacturing via ZenaDrone, a worldwide Drone as a Service (DaaS) enterprise, and a distinct enterprise SaaS division housing multiple software brands. The Company is pursuing an acquisition-based DaaS consolidation strategy to digitalize and automate traditional service sectors such as land surveying and inspections, promoting scalable, recurring revenue growth from drone services. With a presence across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, ZenaTech is progressing AI drone applications in agriculture and logistics, as well as intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), cargo, and counter-drone systems for U.S. defense and NATO partners. The company is also funding research into future technologies like drone swarms, quantum computing, and advanced AI autonomy to secure long-term prospects in pivotal markets.

About ZenaDrone

ZenaDrone, a fully owned subsidiary of ZenaTech, designs and produces autonomous drone systems that can integrate machine learning software, AI, predictive modeling, Quantum Computing, and other technological innovations. Originally founded to transform hemp farming, its expertise has expanded to versatile drone solutions for surveying, monitoring, inspection, tracking, process automation, and defense. Presently, the ZenaDrone 1000 is deployed for agricultural management and essential field cargo operations in defense. The IQ Nano indoor drone serves inventory management and security in warehousing and logistics. The IQ Square is an outdoor drone built for power washing and inspection tasks in commercial and government settings, and the IQ Quad is utilized for land surveys.

Contacts for more information:

Company, Investors, and Media:
Linda Montgomery
ZenaTech
312-241-1415
investors@zenatech.com

Investors:
Michael Mason
CORE IR
investors@zenatech.com

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