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Indonesian Stripe alternative Xendit plans regional expansion
Indonesia’s Xendit, Southeast Asia’s alternative to payments processing platform Stripe, raises $300mn in preparation for regional expansion. Read more…
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Indonesian President Joko Widodo meets with Elon Musk
Indonesian President Joko Widodo met Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk on Saturday in Texas to discuss potential investments and technology. Read more…
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ZTE earns Indonesia’s ‘Global Champion’ award
ZTE has been awarded “Global Champion” among private business in the vendor category from Indonesia’s Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises. Read more…
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Indonesia must prioritize digital growth policies that don’t worsen inequality
Indonesia digital surge could amplify the country’s growing inequality unless the government prioritizes policies that ensure inclusion. Read more…
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Indonesia proposes law for Big Tech to pay for news content
The Press Council of Indonesia is moving ahead with plans to require big tech companies to pay news outlets for content. Read more…
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GoTo IPO scores $1.1 billion, raises hopes for Indonesian tech
GoTo soars up to 23% in its market debut after its IPO raises $1.1 b, fuelling expectations of more unicorns from Indonesia’s tech sector. Read more…
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Indonesia plans to charge VAT on crypto-assets
Indonesia plans to charge value-added tax (VAT) on crypto-asset transactions and an income tax on capital gains from such investments. Read more…
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Indonesia’s workforce says it has a serious digital skills gap
Most workers in Indonesia are finding themselves in need of new or updated digital skills, says a new report from AWS and AlphaBeta. Read more…
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Indonesia’s GoTo looks to raise at least $1 billion for IPO
GoTo Group, Indonesia’s biggest tech firm, has received sufficient investor orders for its IPO that could raise at least $1.1 billion. Read more…
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Indonesia is preparing harsh new content rules for internet companies
Indonesia is readying tough new rules to fine and criminally charge internet and social media platforms for “unlawful” content. Read more…
