Indonesia’s tech scene saw fresh momentum today with a new guide highlighting key strategies for building successful technology businesses in the country. Published just hours ago by INTI MEDIA, the report outlines five essential considerations for 2025, including navigating regulatory trends and leveraging local talent. This matters because Indonesia’s digital economy is projected to hit […]
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Indonesia AI Data Center Boom Fuels Growth
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, […]
Daily Briefing: October 13, 2025
Indonesia’s tech sector saw fresh recognition yesterday at the Indonesia Technology Excellence Awards 2025, where BPJS Kesehatan won for its AI-driven automation of claims processing. This system has improved efficiency and cut turnaround times, helping the national health insurer handle millions of claims more accurately. It matters because it shows how AI is streamlining public […]
Daily Briefing: October 13, 2025
Indonesia’s tech scene saw fresh momentum in the past day with recognitions and insights highlighting innovation and resilience. On October 13, PT Huawei Tech Investment won top honors at the Indonesia Technology Excellence Awards 2025 for its Cyber Resilience Transformation solution, which improved network safety ratings for local operators by over 20%. This matters because […]
Daily Briefing: September 26, 2025
Indonesia’s tech scene saw fresh momentum yesterday with Indosat, a major telecom player, launching an AI Application Collaboration Center in partnership with other firms. This move, announced on September 25, aims to drive AI innovations in telecom and beyond, potentially boosting efficiency in services like data management and customer support. It matters because Indonesia is […]
Indonesia Tech Scene Gains Momentum, Key Announcements Boost Growth
Indonesia’s tech scene saw fresh momentum in the last day, with key announcements highlighting growth in digital infrastructure and innovation. On September 20, two units of the APP Group—PT Indah Kiat Pulp & Paper and PT Pabrik Kertas Tjiwi Kimia—earned spots in the 2025 TEMPO–IDNFinancials 52 Index for high growth and market cap. This recognition […]
Indonesia’s Tech Sector Sees Surge in Data Centers and AI Innovation amid Digital Growth
Indonesia’s tech sector saw several key moves in the last 48 hours, with a strong emphasis on data centers and AI-driven innovation amid Southeast Asia’s digital growth. Telkom Indonesia, the country’s state-owned telecom leader, announced on September 18 plans to streamline subsidiaries and expand data center capacity in Batam and Cikarang. This targets surging cross-border […]
Cyberattack Hits Indonesian Tech Titans, Including Telkom Indonesia
### Main Headline/Development Cyberattack Targets Multiple Indonesian Tech and Telecom Firms, Including Telkom Indonesia. ### Key Facts and Context On September 12, 2025, a threat actor claimed responsibility for breaching six Indonesian companies in education, telecom, IT services, and logistics. Telkom Indonesia, the country’s largest state-owned telecom provider, was hit, with alleged leaks of 228 […]
Cyberattack Hits Telkom Indonesia Amid Tech Industry Challenges
### Daily Briefing: Latest Developments in Indonesian Technology Companies and Startups in Southeast Asia #### 1. Main Headline/Development Cyberattack Targets Telkom Indonesia and Other Firms Amid Rising Digital Threats. #### 2. Key Facts and Context On September 12, 2025, a threat actor claimed to have leaked sensitive data from six Indonesian companies in telecom, IT […]
Telkom Indonesia Launches AI Center of Excellence to Boost National Tech Ecosystem
### Telkom Indonesia Launches AI Center of Excellence **Main Headline/Development** Telkom Indonesia, the state-owned telecom giant, officially launched its AI Center of Excellence (CoE) on August 31, 2025, during the BATIC 2025 event in Bali. **Key Facts and Context** The AI CoE is built on four main pillars: AI Campus for academic collaborations, AI Playground […]