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Meta has officially introduced its WhatsApp Plus subscription service in Indonesia. The subscription-based service provides a range of additional features and personalisation options not available on standard WhatsApp accounts. Indonesian users can access WhatsApp Plus for a monthly fee starting from IDR 13,900, excluding taxes. According to reports by Tekno, Meta is also offering a […]

The Indonesia Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has revealed details of an alleged extortion and bribery scheme involving the processing of residence permits for foreign nationals at Indonesia’s Directorate General of Immigration. Investigators estimate that applicants were charged between Rp 1 million and Rp 1.5 million to expedite permit approvals. The case has resulted in eight […]

PT Pertamina (Persero) has increased the price of Pertamax fuel to IDR 16,250 per litre, ending more than three months of price stability for the non-subsidised fuel product. The latest adjustment took effect on 10 June 2026, according to information published on Pertamina’s official website. The increase represents a rise of IDR 3,950 per litre […]

The US dollar continued to strengthen against the Indonesian rupiah on Thursday, breaking through the Rp18,000 level amid ongoing pressure on the domestic currency. According to Investing.com data on Thursday (4 June 2026), the US dollar rose by 49.4 basis points, or 0.28 per cent, to Rp18,015 in morning trading. During the day, the exchange […]

As influencer marketing becomes more professional, one question is increasingly important: Can you create sponsored content in Indonesia using a tourist visa? The answer depends on the nature of your activities. Indonesia has designed a dedicated Visa Influencers and Social Media Content Creators for foreigners to produce professional content in Indonesia. What Is the C5A […]

The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi) has officially launched biometric registration for new SIM cards using facial recognition technology. The system was introduced at FX Sudirman in Central Jakarta on Friday, 29 May, and will be fully implemented by all mobile operators across Indonesia from 1 July 2026. Director General of Digital Ecosystem […]

The Indonesian government has tightened immigration oversight in Bali, targeting foreign nationals who conduct commercial activities while using tourist visas. Authorities said the measures focus particularly on influencers, content creators, digital workers, and foreign visitors involved in activities that generate economic value. The Directorate General of Immigration stated that promotional work and business collaborations conducted […]

Indonesia’s digital economy has become one of the fastest-growing in Southeast Asia, attracting not only international businesses but also creators, startups, and global brands seeking new audiences. Take Bali for example. An island that has evolved far beyond tourism into one of the region’s most visible creator and lifestyle ecosystems. What was once known mainly […]

The exchange rate of the rupiah against the US dollar has once again become a focus of public attention after hitting a level of around Rp17,600 per US dollar in recent weeks. This depreciation has sparked concerns among market participants and the public as it has the potential to affect the prices of imported goods, […]

Bank Indonesia has expanded the use of the Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard, or QRIS, to support cross-border transactions with China. The policy took effect on Thursday, 30 April 2026, allowing users in both countries to complete payments by scanning QR codes through their respective mobile applications. The system enables Indonesian travellers in China and […]