Key Points
- Indonesia implored all tech companies to register their companies by Jul 27.
- Tech companies without registration will not have access to operate within Indonesia.
- The decision to monitor the platforms raises concerns over privacy and innovation.
Indonesia implored technology companies that operate in the country to register by midnight on Jul 27. Both in-country and overseas tech companies that operate within Indonesia face the new regulations. The Indonesian government also warned that companies without registration would not be allowed to operate within Indonesia.
By Wednesday, almost 9,000 names were registered through the website governed by the Indonesian Communication & Information Technology Ministry. Out of the registered companies, 8,500 names turned out to be local companies. Google, Twitter, Facebook, Meta Inc, and Alphabet Inc duly followed the regulations of the Indonesian government.
Several technology companies face the risk of getting blocked as they failed to register according to the government’s new regulations. Furthermore, such companies will not be allowed to provide their services on the islands. Some of the world’s web browsers, e-commerce services, and social media giants face the risk of getting blocked within Indonesia.
The new regulations concerning licenses apply to Indonesian and overseas companies, including social media, search engines, fintech to email providers, online games, messaging applications, and streaming services.
Certain observers predict the new regulations may stifle the development of the technology companies within Indonesia. As the companies require the approval of the Communications Ministry before operating in Indonesia, certain services may face drawbacks. However, the new regulations may also increase security for Indonesia’s people. The licensing will also monitor the standards and quality of the services offered within Indonesia. Hence, this can lead to an increase in the quality of the tech services provided within the country.
Reference,
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-tech-companies-licensing-regulation-facebook-google-twitter-2838886
