Indonesia’s phone number recycling may result in data leaks
Recycling phone numbers is common practice in Indonesia but has resulted in unintended leaks and misuse of the previous users' private data.
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Ruling against journalist sparks concern over press freedom: Activists
Alliance of Independent Journalists (AJI) head Sasmito Madrim said the court’s ruling had set “a bad precedent” and threatened press freedom.
Indonesia’s food system future depends on ability to adapt to climate change
Price volatility matters a lot to Indonesia’s quest for food security, as consumers tend to shift their behavior in response to price increases.
Planet’s satellite imagery may assist Indonesia in monitoring deforestation
Indonesia’s commitment to ending deforestation is a step in the right direction as a demonstration to the world that Indonesia is devoted to fighting climate change.
Singing on: Next-generation ‘sindhen’ carry the Javanese performing art
Musically inclined people, both Indonesians and foreign nationals, are carrying the Javanese traditional performing art over the tide of pop culture into the digital era and…
Moderna says vaccines likely less effective against Omicron
Vaccine resistance could lead to more sickness and hospitalisations and prolong the pandemic.
Bank of Indonesia expects rapid loan growth in 2022
Credit growth is forecast to stand between 6 and 8 percent next year, picking up from between 4 and 6 percent this year.
Natuna fishermen contend with foreign poachers – and now, local competition
Located about six hours from Natuna’s capital of Ranai, Laut Island is home to some 2,200 people, most of whom are fishermen.
Costume makeup: A fashionable and fantastical trend
Today, people have access to a wider variety of prosthetics and chemicals, expanding the possibilities of the craft.
Bank Indonesia to stay dovish until late 2022, but no more rate cuts
BI had initially planned to keep a pro-growth stance this year and then shift to a pro-stability stance next year.