Indonesia’s tech scene is heating up with a focus on data centers and AI, driven by efforts to boost the digital economy in Southeast Asia. On October 27, reports highlighted a major push in Indonesia’s data center infrastructure, with new facilities near Jakarta now housing Nvidia chips. The market is expected to grow 30% annually, hitting $2.4 billion by 2030. This matters because it’s part of a broader strategy to secure data sovereignty and create AI jobs, helping Indonesia avoid reliance on foreign tech giants and positioning it as a regional hub amid rising global AI demands.

Building on this, Ericsson announced a collaboration with Indonesia’s Ministry of Communications to advance 5G and AI technologies. Leaders discussed how these tools, combined with the country’s young workforce, could drive innovation and make Indonesia a global digital producer. This partnership is key as it aims to build resilient networks for enterprises, potentially accelerating economic growth in a region where digital adoption is uneven but accelerating.

These developments reflect growing momentum in Southeast Asia’s tech landscape, where countries like Indonesia are racing to integrate AI and 5G without falling behind. While details on exact timelines and funding remain uncertain, they signal a shift toward self-reliant tech ecosystems.

Watch for updates on new investments in these data centers and any policy announcements from the Indonesian government that could expand AI training programs in the coming days.