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The Indonesian technology scene has been buzzing with significant developments recently. One of the main highlights is the impressive surge of DCI Indonesia, the country’s top data center operator. This surge has added an astounding $2 billion to the wealth of the billionaire cofounders Otto Toto Sugiri, Marina Budiman, and Han Arming Hanafia, according to Forbes. This dramatic increase in wealth has come about due to a boom in the AI industry, propelling DCI Indonesia to record high performances.

In line with this AI boom, East Ventures has unveiled a platform specifically for AI innovators in the country, as reported by BEAMSTART. This move is expected to further fuel the AI scene in the country and attract more innovators, potentially leading to the birth of more tech giants like DCI Indonesia in the future.

In related news, Apple Inc., the American multinational technology giant, appears to be making significant strides in Indonesia. Following a five-month standoff, Apple has reached a $1 billion deal with the Indonesian government to lift a ban on iPhone 16 sales in the country, as per a Bloomberg report cited by iClarified. This deal, which includes a $1 billion investment commitment from Apple, resolves a dispute over local manufacturing rules that had previously blocked iPhone 16 sales in the country.

According to rumors reported by iDrop News, the iPhone 16 could make a return to the Indonesian market as early as March this year. This is a significant development considering the previous ban and the recent deal between Apple and the Indonesian government. Such a move could potentially bolster Apple’s position in the Indonesian market.

In other international tech news, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has been ordered to face a potential class-action lawsuit. A US judge has ruled that the company must face accusations of favoring cheaper foreign labor over American workers, as reported by Techmeme.

These developments suggest a thriving tech scene in Indonesia, with significant investments and innovations, especially in the AI sector. The return of Apple’s iPhone 16 to the Indonesian market could further stir the tech scene. However, the international tech scene is also witnessing its share of controversies, as indicated by the lawsuit faced by Meta.