#indonesia
#indonesia

Cars

Stellantis eyes nickel supply in Indonesia

Stellantis, along with other automakers like Tesla and Ford, is eyeing Indonesia's nickel supply for electric vehicle production. [ more ]

TESLARATI

3 weeks ago

Cars

Hyundai Motor Group to deepen EV partnership in Indonesia

Hyundai Motor Group aims to deepen ties in Indonesia, expanding EV manufacturing to become a major production center in Southeast Asia. [ more ]

TESLARATI

Cars

Stellantis eyes nickel supply in Indonesia

Stellantis, along with other automakers like Tesla and Ford, is eyeing Indonesia's nickel supply for electric vehicle production. [ more ]

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#elon-musk

TESLARATI

Cars

Elon Musk shares insights during World Water Forum in Indonesia

Elon Musk emphasized the significance of desalinating water and efficient transportation in addressing the global water crisis. [ more ]

Fast Company

Tech industry

Musk launches Starlink satellite internet service in Indonesia

Starlink launched in Indonesia by Elon Musk for remote connectivity. [ more ]

TESLARATI

Cars

Elon Musk set to launch Starlink in Indonesia

Starlink's internet services to launch in Indonesia by May 19 [ more ]

euronews

Tech industry

Starlink's satellite internet service is launched in Indonesia

Elon Musk launched Starlink's satellite internet service in Indonesia, focusing on remote areas' connectivity and benefits for healthcare and education [ more ]

TESLARATI

Cars

Elon Musk shares insights during World Water Forum in Indonesia

Elon Musk emphasized the significance of desalinating water and efficient transportation in addressing the global water crisis. [ more ]

Fast Company

Tech industry

Musk launches Starlink satellite internet service in Indonesia

Starlink launched in Indonesia by Elon Musk for remote connectivity. [ more ]

TESLARATI

Cars

Elon Musk set to launch Starlink in Indonesia

Starlink's internet services to launch in Indonesia by May 19 [ more ]

euronews

Tech industry

Starlink's satellite internet service is launched in Indonesia

Elon Musk launched Starlink's satellite internet service in Indonesia, focusing on remote areas' connectivity and benefits for healthcare and education [ more ]

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#fatalities

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Education

Bus Crash in Indonesia Kills 11, Including Students, After Graduation Celebration

Road accidents are common in Indonesia due to hazardous driving conditions.

Improperly maintained vehicles result in fatalities in accidents. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Python

Indonesian woman found dead inside giant python DW 06/08/2024

Incidents of people being swallowed by pythons in Indonesia are rare but have occurred, leading to fatalities. [ more ]

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Education

Bus Crash in Indonesia Kills 11, Including Students, After Graduation Celebration

Road accidents are common in Indonesia due to hazardous driving conditions.

Improperly maintained vehicles result in fatalities in accidents. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Python

Indonesian woman found dead inside giant python DW 06/08/2024

Incidents of people being swallowed by pythons in Indonesia are rare but have occurred, leading to fatalities. [ more ]

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#prabowo-subianto

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US news

Election in Indonesia Presents a Challenge for the U.S.

Critics are concerned about Indonesia's President-elect Prabowo Subianto's potential impact on democracy. [ more ]

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US news

Indonesia's next president has a complicated history with the U.S.

Prabowo Subianto's presidency raises concerns about Indonesia's democratic values and his relationship with the United States. [ more ]

Truthout

Left-wing politics

Indonesian Defense Minister Declares Electoral Victory Ahead of Official Results

Prabowo Subianto, a former U.S.-trained general in an army unit implicated in genocidal violence, declared victory in Indonesia's presidential election.

Prabowo's campaign involved pressuring the poor and portraying himself as a cuddly cartoon character, with the support of the incumbent president's party. [ more ]

time.com

US politics

What to Know About Prabowo Subianto as Uncertainty Looms for Indonesia's Democracy

Prabowo Subianto is likely to become the next President of Indonesia with nearly 60% of the vote.

There were concerns about weather but voting went smoothly across the country's polling stations. [ more ]

www.npr.org

US news

Election in Indonesia Presents a Challenge for the U.S.

Critics are concerned about Indonesia's President-elect Prabowo Subianto's potential impact on democracy. [ more ]

www.npr.org

US news

Indonesia's next president has a complicated history with the U.S.

Prabowo Subianto's presidency raises concerns about Indonesia's democratic values and his relationship with the United States. [ more ]

Truthout

Left-wing politics

Indonesian Defense Minister Declares Electoral Victory Ahead of Official Results

Prabowo Subianto, a former U.S.-trained general in an army unit implicated in genocidal violence, declared victory in Indonesia's presidential election.

Prabowo's campaign involved pressuring the poor and portraying himself as a cuddly cartoon character, with the support of the incumbent president's party. [ more ]

time.com

US politics

What to Know About Prabowo Subianto as Uncertainty Looms for Indonesia's Democracy

Prabowo Subianto is likely to become the next President of Indonesia with nearly 60% of the vote.

There were concerns about weather but voting went smoothly across the country's polling stations. [ more ]

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#microsoft

www.aljazeera.com

Artificial intelligence

Microsoft to invest $1.7 bbn in AI, cloud infrastructure in Indonesia

Microsoft announced a $1.7bn investment in AI and cloud services in Indonesia, aiming to train 840,000 people and support tech developers, marking their largest investment in the country. [ more ]

Theregister

Tech industry

Microsoft CEO pledges $1.7B for AI and cloud in Indonesia

Microsoft to invest $1.7 billion in Indonesia to build data centers and expand presence. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Artificial intelligence

Microsoft to invest $1.7 bbn in AI, cloud infrastructure in Indonesia

Microsoft announced a $1.7bn investment in AI and cloud services in Indonesia, aiming to train 840,000 people and support tech developers, marking their largest investment in the country. [ more ]

Theregister

Tech industry

Microsoft CEO pledges $1.7B for AI and cloud in Indonesia

Microsoft to invest $1.7 billion in Indonesia to build data centers and expand presence. [ more ]

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#presidential-election

Coindesk

Cryptocurrency

Indonesia's Election Results May Be Good for Crypto, Industry Watchers Say

The winners of Indonesia's presidential election may ensure consistency for crypto policy in the country. [ more ]

www.npr.org

US news

3 things you should know about Indonesia's presidential elections

Indonesia's young and enthusiastic electorate, comprised of millennials and Gen-Z voters, could determine the country's trajectory of economic development and political reform.

Young voters account for more than half of the nation's eligible voters, the highest proportion in any Indonesian election. [ more ]

The Japan Times

Artificial intelligence

Generative AI faces major test as Indonesia holds election

Many young voters in Indonesia are drawn to Prabowo Subianto, a former special forces commander, because of his AI-generated cuddly avatar.

Prabowo's AI avatar has gained popularity on social media, particularly among Gen Z voters. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Soccer (FIFA)

Indonesia election hopefuls aim to score with football fans DW 02/06/2024

Football is an effective way for politicians to connect with young voters in Indonesia.

The three presidential candidates in Indonesia's upcoming election are all making plays to show their love for and support of football. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Soccer (FIFA)

Indonesia presidential candidates try to stay onside DW 02/06/2024

Football is seen as an effective way for politicians to connect with young voters in Indonesia.

The three presidential candidates have all been keen to show their love for football. [ more ]

Coindesk

Cryptocurrency

Indonesia's Election Results May Be Good for Crypto, Industry Watchers Say

The winners of Indonesia's presidential election may ensure consistency for crypto policy in the country. [ more ]

www.npr.org

US news

3 things you should know about Indonesia's presidential elections

Indonesia's young and enthusiastic electorate, comprised of millennials and Gen-Z voters, could determine the country's trajectory of economic development and political reform.

Young voters account for more than half of the nation's eligible voters, the highest proportion in any Indonesian election. [ more ]

The Japan Times

Artificial intelligence

Generative AI faces major test as Indonesia holds election

Many young voters in Indonesia are drawn to Prabowo Subianto, a former special forces commander, because of his AI-generated cuddly avatar.

Prabowo's AI avatar has gained popularity on social media, particularly among Gen Z voters. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Soccer (FIFA)

Indonesia election hopefuls aim to score with football fans DW 02/06/2024

Football is an effective way for politicians to connect with young voters in Indonesia.

The three presidential candidates in Indonesia's upcoming election are all making plays to show their love for and support of football. [ more ]

www.dw.com

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Soccer (FIFA)

Indonesia presidential candidates try to stay onside DW 02/06/2024

Football is seen as an effective way for politicians to connect with young voters in Indonesia.

The three presidential candidates have all been keen to show their love for football. [ more ]

www.dw.com

JavaScript

Indonesia's Ruang volcano erupts again, closing airport DW 04/30/2024

Mount Ruang volcano in Indonesia erupts, authorities warn of further explosive eruptions. Nearest airport shut down and residents urged to evacuate and wear masks. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Europe politics

Indonesia wants progress on EU trade deal DW 04/25/2024

Indonesia is pushing for progress on a free trade agreement with the EU despite disputes over deforestation and nickel mining. [ more ]

time.com

2 months ago

World news

China and Indonesia Call for Immediate and Lasting Ceasefire in Gaza

China and Indonesia jointly call for a cease-fire in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of resolving the Palestinian issue through a two-state solution. [ more ]

Nature

2 months ago

Data science

How I use tide gauges to develop geospatial maps

Indonesia's coastal areas are experiencing subsidence and climate change impacts.

Tide-gauge stations provide real-time data crucial for monitoring sea-level rise and climate change impacts. [ more ]

#regulation

Coindesk

Cryptocurrency

Indonesia's Crypto Market Booms as Transactions Hit $1.92B in February

19 million crypto investors in Indonesia in February

Regulator attributes growth to positive market sentiments and bitcoin's price surge [ more ]

WSJ

Marketing

TikTok Strikes Back in Indonesia

The Indonesian government's crackdown on 'social' e-commerce has unintended consequences

TikTok's takeover of a local champion in Indonesia benefits the company and sends a message to regulators in other countries. [ more ]

Coindesk

Cryptocurrency

Indonesia's Crypto Market Booms as Transactions Hit $1.92B in February

19 million crypto investors in Indonesia in February

Regulator attributes growth to positive market sentiments and bitcoin's price surge [ more ]

WSJ

Marketing

TikTok Strikes Back in Indonesia

The Indonesian government's crackdown on 'social' e-commerce has unintended consequences

TikTok's takeover of a local champion in Indonesia benefits the company and sends a message to regulators in other countries. [ more ]

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#taxes

Coindesk

Cryptocurrency

Indonesia's Crypto Watchdog Pushes for Friendlier Taxes as Regulatory Overhaul Looms

Indonesia's crypto regulator wants tax reconsideration

Crypto may be treated as securities under OJK oversight [ more ]

Coindesk

5 months ago

Cryptocurrency

Indonesian Crypto Exchanges Blame Dramatic Drop in Trading Volumes Partly on High Taxes

Indonesia's crypto exchanges saw a 60% drop in transaction volume in 2023 compared to the previous year.

Local exchanges blame the drop on high taxes, including income and VAT taxes that apply to crypto as commodities. [ more ]

Coindesk

Cryptocurrency

Indonesia's Crypto Watchdog Pushes for Friendlier Taxes as Regulatory Overhaul Looms

Indonesia's crypto regulator wants tax reconsideration

Crypto may be treated as securities under OJK oversight [ more ]

Coindesk

5 months ago

Cryptocurrency

Indonesian Crypto Exchanges Blame Dramatic Drop in Trading Volumes Partly on High Taxes

Indonesia's crypto exchanges saw a 60% drop in transaction volume in 2023 compared to the previous year.

Local exchanges blame the drop on high taxes, including income and VAT taxes that apply to crypto as commodities. [ more ]

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www.france24.com

France news

Focus - Indonesia's religious minorities fear radical Islam

Indonesia, the world's largest Muslim democracy, is holding an election to elect a new president.

Minority groups in Indonesia have faced targeted violence from radical Sunni groups, with over 600 incidents documented since 2014. [ more ]

#deepfake

Futurism

Artificial intelligence

AI Used to Resurrect Dead Dictator to Sway Election

An Indonesian political party created a deepfake video of a former dictator to endorse a political candidate.

The deepfake video is part of Indonesia's ongoing election cycle and supports the Golkar party and its candidate Prabowo Subianto. [ more ]

www.cnn.com

Artificial intelligence

AI resurrects' long dead dictator in murky new era of deepfake electioneering | CNN

A deepfake video of former Indonesian president Suharto has been circulating on social media platforms ahead of the upcoming elections.

The video was created by cloning Suharto's face and voice using AI-generated deepfake technology.

The video was made by the political party Golkar to encourage voters to support their candidate and associate the party with Suharto's legacy. [ more ]

Futurism

Artificial intelligence

AI Used to Resurrect Dead Dictator to Sway Election

An Indonesian political party created a deepfake video of a former dictator to endorse a political candidate.

The deepfake video is part of Indonesia's ongoing election cycle and supports the Golkar party and its candidate Prabowo Subianto. [ more ]

www.cnn.com

Artificial intelligence

AI resurrects' long dead dictator in murky new era of deepfake electioneering | CNN

A deepfake video of former Indonesian president Suharto has been circulating on social media platforms ahead of the upcoming elections.

The video was created by cloning Suharto's face and voice using AI-generated deepfake technology.

The video was made by the political party Golkar to encourage voters to support their candidate and associate the party with Suharto's legacy. [ more ]

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#tiktok

US News & World Report

Marketing

TikTok Completes Deal for Indonesia's Top E-Commerce Platform

TikTok has completed its deal to take control of Indonesia's biggest e-commerce platform, Tokopedia, for $840 million.

TikTok had previously been forced to close its e-commerce service in Indonesia due to a ban on online shopping on social media platforms. [ more ]

WSJ

Marketing

TikTok to Invest More Than $1.5 Billion in GoTo to Restart Indonesia E-Commerce Business

TikTok will invest $1.5 billion in a deal with GoTo Group

TikTok Shop Indonesia and Tokopedia will be combined under Tokopedia [ more ]

US News & World Report

Marketing

TikTok Completes Deal for Indonesia's Top E-Commerce Platform

TikTok has completed its deal to take control of Indonesia's biggest e-commerce platform, Tokopedia, for $840 million.

TikTok had previously been forced to close its e-commerce service in Indonesia due to a ban on online shopping on social media platforms. [ more ]

WSJ

Marketing

TikTok to Invest More Than $1.5 Billion in GoTo to Restart Indonesia E-Commerce Business

TikTok will invest $1.5 billion in a deal with GoTo Group

TikTok Shop Indonesia and Tokopedia will be combined under Tokopedia [ more ]

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Coindesk

Cryptocurrency

Indonesia's Crypto Tax Revenue Falls 63% in 2023 Despite Bitcoin's Surge

Indonesia's tax revenue from crypto in 2023 was $31.7 million.

Crypto transactions in Indonesia are subject to dual taxation. [ more ]

Coindesk

Cryptocurrency

Why Indonesia's Upcoming Elections Could Make or Break the Country's Vibrant Crypto Sector

The upcoming general elections in Indonesia could impact the future of the crypto industry in the country.

The current government under President Joko Widodo has shown a positive stance towards crypto, but the next leaders may have different views. [ more ]

Coindesk

5 months ago

Cryptocurrency

Indonesian Crypto Exchanges Must Register With New Bourse or Face Shutdown

Indonesia's government expects all crypto exchanges to register with the national bourse for digital assets.

The bourse aims to monitor asset liquidity and record crypto transactions for tax purposes.

Indonesia has a significantly higher number of registered crypto traders compared to stock traders. [ more ]

#Indonesia

time.com

Marketing

After Indonesian Curbs on TikTok Shop, ByteDance Pursues E-Commerce Ambitions With New Local Partnership

TikTok is investing in a unit of GoTo Group in Indonesia and collaborating on an online shopping service, avoiding direct competition with Tokopedia.

The details of the partnership are still being worked out and are subject to regulatory approval. [ more ]

WSJ

World news

Billions in U.S. Funding Hasn't Convinced Developing World to Ditch Coal

Wealthy nations are providing financial support to developing countries for clean energy.

Efforts in South Africa and Indonesia to transition away from fossil fuels are at risk. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Europe politics

Malaysia, Indonesia seek allies in EU deforestation row DW 11/27/2023

Malaysia and Indonesia want to rally other Southeast Asian countries to join them in their dispute with the EU over deforestation regulations.

The two nations argue that the EU's regulations unfairly punish small-scale farmers and pose a threat to the region's agriculture exports. [ more ]

South China Morning Post

7 months ago

Marketing

TikTok seeks Indonesian e-commerce partnerships after social media platform ban

TikTok is seeking partnerships with Indonesian e-commerce companies following the country's ban on sales on social media platforms.

TikTok has spoken with five companies, including Tokopedia, Blibli, and Bukalapak, about potential partnerships.

The ban on online shopping on social media platforms in Indonesia aims to protect smaller merchants and user data. [ more ]

time.com

Marketing

After Indonesian Curbs on TikTok Shop, ByteDance Pursues E-Commerce Ambitions With New Local Partnership

TikTok is investing in a unit of GoTo Group in Indonesia and collaborating on an online shopping service, avoiding direct competition with Tokopedia.

The details of the partnership are still being worked out and are subject to regulatory approval. [ more ]

WSJ

World news

Billions in U.S. Funding Hasn't Convinced Developing World to Ditch Coal

Wealthy nations are providing financial support to developing countries for clean energy.

Efforts in South Africa and Indonesia to transition away from fossil fuels are at risk. [ more ]

www.dw.com