Under the patronage of His Excellency Mr. Sami Smirat, Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, Smart Tech Jordan 2025 kicked off this week, bringing together leaders, innovators, and changemakers to explore the future of technology, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation in the Kingdom.

As part of this landmark event, JOIN Fincubator, by the Jordan Payments and Clearing Company (JoPACC), participated as an official sponsor and fintech partner, reaffirming its mission to nurture Jordan’s fintech ecosystem and strengthen collaboration across the technology and innovation landscape.

Through this strategic partnership, JOIN supported the event’s fintech track by giving five innovative fintech startups from its previous cohorts the opportunity to participate, exhibit, and showcase their cutting-edge financial solutions to a broad audience of investors, industry leaders, and technology enthusiasts.

The participating startups demonstrated how homegrown fintech innovation is shaping the future of financial services in Jordan and the wider region, offering solutions that address real-world challenges in digital payments, and financial inclusion.

JOIN’s participation at Smart Tech Jordan 2025 reflects its ongoing commitment to engaging with the tech community and supporting startups beyond incubation. By connecting them with key ecosystem players, investors, and partners, it continues to create lasting impact and strengthen Jordan’s position as a leading fintech hub in the MENA region.

As part of its commitment to supporting and empowering youth, Orange Jordan sponsored the TEDxGJU Conference held at the German Jordanian University, as the exclusive telecom sponsor of this inspiring intellectual event that brought together a distinguished group of speakers and innovators from various fields.

The conference embodied the spirit of leadership and inspiration through its sessions, which covered a wide range of topics in science, business, and global issues, providing an interactive platform that enabled participants to exchange ideas and inspiring insights that foster creative thinking.

Orange Jordan expressed its pride in sponsoring this conference, which serves as a platform for creativity and inspiration, and a true reflection of the company’s vision. The company reaffirmed its belief that empowering youth and providing them with spaces that encourage them to share their ideas and experiences is an investment in the nation’s future, as they are the main drivers of development and innovation.

Through sponsoring such events, Orange Jordan continues its mission to support youth and expand their learning and growth opportunities, reaffirming its strong commitment to promoting education, innovation, and entrepreneurship through its corporate responsibility programs designed to create a positive and sustainable impact on society.

ESKADENIA Software, is delighted to announce its official recognition as a signatory of the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs), an initiative supported by UN Women and the United Nations Global Compact. This achievement reflects ESKADENIA’s ongoing commitment to gender equity, women’s empowerment, and fostering an inclusive workplace.

The Women’s Empowerment Principles provide a framework for businesses to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment in the workplace, marketplace, and community. As a signatory, ESKADENIA will continue to implement and report on initiatives that advance gender diversity and inclusion across all levels of the organization.

“We firmly believe that empowering women is essential to building stronger businesses. Our commitment to gender equity at ESKADENIA Software is reflected in the carefully drafted policies, workplace culture, and several initiatives that support women’s growth and leadership. Becoming a WEPs signatory reinforces a long-standing dedication to women’s empowerment, building on our many activities and achievements, including receiving the Gender Equity Seal and by joining the WEPs, ESKADENIA aligns its policies, practices, and corporate culture with global standards for promoting equal opportunities and supporting women in technology and leadership roles.” stated Ms. Doha Abdelkhaleq, Managing Partner & Cofounder at ESKADENIA Software.

Since its inception in 2000, ESKADENIA Software has integrated diversity and inclusion into its core values, striving to create a workplace where all employees can thrive. Joining WEPs marks another important step in the company’s journey to promote equal opportunities and support women’s advancement in the technology sector.

The Jordan Payments and Clearing Company (JoPACC), through its JOIN Fincubator, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ahli Fintech to strengthen collaboration and drive greater impact across Jordan’s fintech entrepreneurial ecosystem. This strategic partnership aims to accelerate innovation, empower startups, and provide entrepreneurs with the tools, resources, and opportunities needed to scale their businesses in Jordan and across the region.

The MoU focuses on three key areas of collaboration:

1. Empowering and Supporting Entrepreneurs: Supporting startups across their full lifecycle, from incubation to acceleration, to enhance growth opportunities and market readiness.

2. Mentorship and Knowledge Exchange: Facilitating access to expertise through joint mentorship programs, training sessions, and knowledge-sharing initiatives led by specialists from both organizations.

3. Access to Digital Sandboxes: Providing startups with access to live testing environments supported by APIs and sandbox capabilities from both JoPACC and Ahli Fintech, enabling them to test their solutions safely and innovatively.

Commenting on the signing, Ms. Maha Bahou, CEO of JoPACC, said: “This partnership reflects our strong belief that collaboration is the cornerstone of a thriving fintech ecosystem. By joining efforts with Ahli Fintech, we are completing a critical cycle that supports fintech startups from ideation to market expansion. Entrepreneurs are not just innovators—they are key economic drivers. By uniting our resources and networks, we are creating a solid foundation for their success in Jordan and beyond. Our commitment is to open doors, remove barriers, and ensure that every startup can scale, compete, and contribute meaningfully to the growth of the local economy.”

Jordan Ahli Bank CEO/General Manager Dr. Ahmad Al-Hussein, and Chairman of the Board of AHLI FINTECH, emphasized the partnership’s strategic importance and its long-term value for entrepreneurs and the broader economy. “This partnership represents a powerful example of how collaboration between financial institutions and innovation enablers can accelerate progress. By combining AHLI FINTECH’s incubation and acceleration capabilities with JoPACC’s ecosystem reach and digital infrastructure, we aim to create a measurable impact across Jordan’s fintech sector. This collaboration seeks to drive innovation, generate new job opportunities, attract investment, and strengthen the Kingdom’s growing reputation as a regional fintech hub.

Jordan Business Systems – JBS proud to have hosted the first IBM Services event in the region, bringing together our valued customers and partners to explore the power of IBM Technology Lifecycle Services. A huge thank you to our beloved customers and partners for their active participation, and to the IBM TLS leadership team for sharing valuable insights into the IBM Services portfolio and future directions. Special appreciation goes to everyone who contributed to making this event a success — your collaboration and energy truly made a difference! Looking forward to more successful initiatives and continued growth together.

SME Fund Jo is proud to announce the completion of its investment in TJDEED Technology, a leading IT solutions provider in Jordan and the Middle East. This strategic partnership will empower TJDEED’s growth journey, fueling its expansion into international markets and advancing its technology portfolio — particularly in Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, and cybersecurity.

This investment reflects SME Fund Jo’s commitment to advancing Jordan’s technology sector, supporting high-growth enterprises, and reinforcing the Kingdom’s position as a regional hub for innovation and digital services.

The decision to invest in TJDEED was driven by the company’s strong reputation for excellence, forward-thinking organizational culture, and proven 15-year track record of innovation and sustained client success.

Through this partnership, TJDEED will be empowered to:

• Expand into new markets across the Middle East and globally, building on its proven success throughout the MENA region.

• Diversify its solutions portfolio by investing further in AI-driven products and advanced cybersecurity solutions.

Commenting on the investment, Ayat Al-Hunaiti, Partner at SME Fund Jo, stated:

“Our investment in TJDEED aligns with our mission to back scalable, tech-enabled businesses that drive digital transformation and cross-border growth. We believe TJDEED’s regional expansion reinforces Jordan’s role as a strategic hub for innovation and enterprise technology.”

Eng. Ashraf Al Qudah, CEO of TJDEED Technology, added:

“We are proud to partner with SME Fund Jo, an investor that understands both our aspirations and the dynamics of the technology sector in the region. Their deep experience in banking and investment, combined with their strategic approach, will help us accelerate our transformation into a global player and expand our reach to new markets globally.”

As TJDEED enters its next phase of growth, both organizations are committed to advancing TJDEED’s strategic roadmap—positioning the company as a world-class technology provider and strengthening Jordan’s role as a regional leader in IT innovation and transformation.

Founded in 2010, TJDEED has delivered projects for more than 500 enterprise clients across 16 countries, collaborating with over 20 global technology partners including ManageEngine, Ivanti, Matrix42, TeamViewer, ESET, and more. The company operates through seven offices across five countries — Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Palestine, and Iraq — and employs over 120 professionals dedicated to advancing digital transformation, IT infrastructure, managed services, and AI-driven innovation.

Established in 2018 and managed by AB Invest, SME Fund Jo is a JD 125 million Jordan-focused private equity fund targeting significant minority stakes in successful SMEs with solid growth prospects across Jordan’s most strategic sectors. The Fund’s diverse portfolio includes leading companies such as Sands National Academy, Index Investments, Japanese Flavor, Al Amal Hospital, Al Qasr for Touristic Investments, Hilayel Group, Crystel, ManafSoft, Medmac for Manufacturing Agricultural Chemicals & Veterinary, Eye Special Hospital, Arabian Development for Food Industries, Al-Sakha, Natej Soft, Al Barakeh Food Production, Biotech, Al Manara International Shipping, DigiZag, Zalloum Group, Jaz Pharmaceutical Company, Jordan Vending, Sindbad Group, CsMENA, and now TJDEED Technology.