Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Mastercard has announced new partnerships with STC Bank in Saudi Arabia and MEPS in Jordan to expand digital and cross-border payments. The collaborations enable faster international transfers via Mastercard Move and introduce Click to Pay for e-commerce, strengthening secure, transparent, and frictionless payment experiences across both markets.
Orange Jordan topped Jordan’s 2025 mobile network benchmarks, achieving the highest scores in both voice and data performance. Independent drive tests covering 8,000 km confirmed superior in-motion connectivity, reinforcing the operator’s leadership in service quality and its role in advancing the Kingdom’s digital transformation.
Lebanon and Jordan signed 21 agreements covering trade, digital transformation, infrastructure, energy, education, and public sector reform. The accords, concluded in Beirut, aim to deepen bilateral cooperation, modernize institutions, and support sustainable development across economic and social sectors in both countries.
Orange Jordan has expanded its fiber network to Tafila and Aqaba, bringing high-speed internet to over 1.1 million homes nationwide. The rollout supports Jordan’s digital transformation goals, strengthens nationwide connectivity, and reinforces Orange Jordan’s position as the country’s fastest fixed fiber network.
Orange Jordan has expanded its fibre broadband network to Tafila and new areas in Aqaba, extending coverage to more than 1.1 million homes nationwide. The move supports growing demand for high-speed internet and follows a major core network upgrade, strengthening access to digital services across Jordan.
Orange Jordan partnered with Al Hussein Technical University’s Leadathon to give students hands-on leadership experience through real-world challenges. As the exclusive telecom partner, Orange reinforced its long-term commitment to youth empowerment, skills development, and preparing Jordan’s next generation for the digital economy.
Jordan is strengthening its fintech talent pipeline as Orange Jordan partners with JoPACC to give Coding Academy graduates hands-on industry exposure. The initiative bridges education and real-world payment systems, equipping young professionals with market-ready skills while supporting national digital transformation and financial innovation.
Orange Jordan and JoPACC have signed an MoU to equip Coding Academy graduates with practical fintech skills through training, innovation programs, and incubation support. The partnership aims to strengthen Jordan’s digital ecosystem and bridge the gap between technical education and market needs.
Sama X has secured regulatory approval to deliver Starlink LEO satellite internet across Jordan, extending high-speed connectivity to remote and underserved areas. Backed by Alghanim Industries, the initiative supports digital government services, enterprises, and communities, aligning with Jordan’s Economic Modernisation Vision and national digital inclusion goals.
Jordan has upgraded its Sanad app with instant digital ID activation using iris biometrics, enabling fully mobile access to over 500 government services. The update adds Apple Pay and Google Pay, supports end-to-end transactions, and strengthens Sanad’s role as a central pillar of Jordan’s digital transformation.