AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCybersecurity: Jordan confirmed the arrest of suspected ShinyHunters member “Rey” (Saif al-Din Khader), with reports saying he is cooperating with the FBI and walking investigators through his devices and digital correspondence, as authorities press on after major data-theft claims. Digital Government: Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA) launched a trial of 35 electronic services for food, pharmaceuticals and medical businesses, aiming to speed procedures and gather feedback before full rollout. Innovation & Research: Jordan climbed to 60th in WIPO’s 2026 Global Innovation Index and ranked 5th in the Arab world, with WIPO highlighting strong performance in scientific and technical publishing. Health Tech Research: A new study from Middle East University in Amman proposes hybrid image compression methods that cut file sizes while preserving visual quality—targeting faster sharing and cheaper storage. National Data Collection: Jordan’s 2026 General Population and Housing Census moved into full field enumeration, with nearly 12,000 researchers covering all governorates. Agribusiness: Jordan’s date sector drew $500M+ in investment, exports about 65% of output, and targets JD150M in annual export revenues as new plantings reach full production.
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