In Umm Qais, once known as the Roman city of Gadara, poets walked and empires met. This ancient crossroads of civilizations is a powerful symbol for modern Jordan, a place where stories now travel creatively and proudly in a connected world. It is from this spirit of connection that Ian Go, a director at BIGO Technology, addresses the world.
BIGO, a Singaporean technology company, is the force behind the AI-powered communication platforms BIGO LIVE and IMO. With a mission to link the world, we create inclusive and meaningful spaces for people to connect, express themselves, and discover their communities. Our platforms bring together over 500 million users across 150 countries, guided by a principle of "globalization with a local heart." For us, it’s always been: humans first, technology later. We concentrate on developing technology that serves the real needs of people.
Our work in the Middle East didn't begin in Jordan, but we recognized something special here. Today, we are proud to have a team of over 1,000 Jordanians in Amman and Irbid. They are the engine behind everything from content moderation to artificial intelligence development. This bilingual, bold, and future-ready workforce isn’t just waiting for what’s next—they are actively building it.
At BIGO, we believe in building bridges, not borders. This belief is put into action through initiatives like the Singapore Jordan Incubation Program, designed to help startups grow and work together across cultures. This program provides Singaporean startups with co-working spaces, business matchmaking, and networking opportunities to help them establish a presence in Jordan and expand into the wider MENA region.
This progress was not achieved in isolation. With the support of the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, the Jordan Source program opened doors for us. It provided access to world-class talent, intelligent policy, and a thriving network that has been pivotal to our success. Jordan’s unique mixture of technical skill and cultural depth is a daily source of inspiration.
We are proud to be a part of Jordan's story and excited for what its people will create next. Because when you connect people, you change the world.
Shukran.
