Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Iraq ranked second for Jordan’s tech-related exports in 2025, with shipments reaching $1.74 billion and growing over 10 percent year on year. The data highlights Iraq’s rising role as a key trade partner for Jordan’s industrial and technology sectors.
Jordan recorded measurable progress across more than 20 global indicators in 2025, including digital government, innovation, education, competitiveness, and governance. Advancements in World Bank, IMD, WIPO, and FIFA rankings highlight the impact of the Economic Modernization Vision and sustained reforms driving a knowledge-based, digitally enabled economy.
Jordan’s mobile subscriptions reached 8.48 million in Q3 2025, driven by rising data consumption and rapid growth in 5G adoption. While mobile and broadband usage continued to expand, fixed-line voice services declined, reflecting a broader shift toward digital-first connectivity and increasing pressure on operators to invest in network capacity.
Orange Jordan concluded its YO Ma’ak university tour, engaging students through interactive experiences and promoting youth-focused telecom services. The initiative highlighted flexible plans, free 5G access, and on-ground engagement across major universities, reinforcing Orange Jordan’s commitment to empowering youth and advancing Jordan’s digital ecosystem.
Sama X has received regulatory approval to launch Starlink satellite internet services across Jordan, marking the first phase of its regional expansion. As an authorised Starlink reseller backed by Alghanim Industries, the company aims to deliver high-speed connectivity to enterprises, public sector entities, and underserved communities nationwide.
The Applied Science Private University hosted a dialogue seminar examining Jordan’s political modernization in light of the Royal Throne Speech. MPs, academics, and students discussed parliamentary reform, youth participation, women’s representation, and the role of dialogue and legislation in advancing comprehensive national modernization.
NATO’s Allied Joint Force Command Naples has delivered a week-long logistics operational planning course in Amman for Jordanian Armed Forces officers. The training strengthened interoperability, shared NATO best practices, and enhanced Jordan’s capacity to operate effectively in joint and multinational military environments.
Orange Jordan has launched the Kingdom’s first Private 5G Network at JIFEX 2025, positioning itself as the only operator offering this capability. The solution enhances efficiency, security, and sustainability for logistics and industrial sectors, reinforcing Jordan’s push toward advanced digital infrastructure and smarter business operations.
Umniah by Beyon has signed a five-year strategic partnership agreement with Ericsson to modernise and expand its Radio Access Network across 3G, 4G, and 5G in Jordan. Under the agreement, Ericsson will act as the exclusive technology provider for Umniah’s network upgrades, supporting national digital transformation goals and preparing Jordan’s connectivity infrastructure for long-term growth.
Jordan’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship has partnered with OpenAI to enhance Siraj, an AI-powered educational assistant designed to support students and teachers with interactive, curriculum-aligned learning. Following a successful pilot involving over 150,000 users, the collaboration will improve capabilities, strengthen data governance, and advance digital learning across public schools.