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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]