Indonesia

Fintech / Regtech

Indonesia Expands QRIS Network to Japan, Begins China Trial

By Editors | 19/08/2025

The move marks the QRIS payment system's first expansion beyond the ASEAN region, with trials also underway to link with China.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Indonesia Issues Cybersecurity Rules for Crypto Platforms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/08/2025

New rules mandate zero-trust architecture and cold wallet storage to bolster security and protect investors in the growing sector.

Capital / Liquidity

Indonesia OJK Mandates MSME Loan Targets, Eases Rules for Financiers

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/08/2025

OJK is requiring banks to set MSME lending targets while also finalising new roadmaps and simplifying rules for non-bank lenders.

AML / KYC

Indonesia Blocked Millions of Accounts in Online Gambling Crackdown

By Editors | 16/08/2025

The move, targeting dormant accounts and e-wallets to curb illicit funds, has faced public criticism over its scope and execution.

Fintech / Regtech

Indonesia Pushes for Takedown Powers to Combat Illegal Lending

By Editors | 13/08/2025

The illegal lending market dwarfs the regulated sector, prompting calls for new rules to grant the communications ministry direct authority to block illicit platforms.

ESG / Sustainability

Indonesia Mandates IFRS-Aligned Sustainability Reporting for 2027

By Editors | 13/08/2025

New rules adopt global ISSB standards, aiming to boost transparency on climate risk and access to green finance for listed companies and FIs.

Enforcement

Indonesian Lawmakers Named in Bank Indonesia and OJK Social Funds Scandal

By Mark Johnston | 13/08/2025

Indonesia’s anti-graft agency has named two lawmakers as suspects in a case involving the alleged misuse of corporate social responsibility funds.

Fintech / Regtech

Bank Indonesia Clarifies Scope of Upcoming 'Payment ID' Trial

By Editors | 12/08/2025

Bank Indonesia has clarified its new payment system is only a limited trial, as consumer advocates raise concerns over data privacy and citizens' rights.

ESG / Sustainability

Bank Indonesia Partners Major Islamic Group to Deepen Sharia Finance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/08/2025

The central bank and Muhammadiyah signed a pact to support sharia economic policy, empower businesses, and expand the Islamic financial market.