Jordan's Cybersecurity Initiatives Lead to 16% Decline in Cyber Incidents

Jordan's National Cybersecurity Centre (NCC) reported a 16% decline in cyber incidents during Q1 2026 compared to Q1 2025. The NCC, established under the Cybersecurity Law in 2021, focuses on enhancing national cybersecurity through legislation, training, and public awareness initiatives. Key threats included ransomware, denial-of-service attacks, and phishing, while critical incidents constituted only 0.5% of the total. The NCC has launched various programs, including the 'Safe Online' platform and 'Cyber Warriors' competition, to bolster cybersecurity readiness. Despite the decline in incidents, AI-powered cyberattacks surged globally by 89%. The NCC is also preparing for future risks associated with quantum computing and has implemented the Jordanian National Cybersecurity Framework across 110 institutions. The framework aims to strengthen the resilience of Jordan's digital economy.

Key Points: • Jordan's cyber incidents declined by 16% in Q1 2026 compared to the previous year. • The NCC has launched initiatives like 'Safe Online' and 'Cyber Warriors' to enhance cybersecurity. • AI-driven cyberattacks increased globally by 89%, highlighting ongoing threats.