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Technology has stormed aspects of our society to the core of living. It creates a new substantial force of disruption, which provides a different perspective on how technology coexists in every aspect of our lives. As a result of the disruption, economists now consider data as the “new oil”, which serves as a beneficiary to […]
The Indonesian government has recently passed the draft Law on Personal Data Protection (PDP Bill). The PDP Bill is currently being discussed at length in the House of Representatives, and there is no indication of when it will be enacted.
Ratification of the PDP Bill is expected to ensure that, in conjunction with the current regulations, […]
A new Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Comparative Guide defines the scope of personal data in Indonesia. It notes that the concept of data privacy is interpreted as a part of the privacy right, which, pursuant to Law No. 11 of 2008 as amended by Law No. 19 of 2016, is defined as the right to […]
The principal law governing data protection in Indonesia is Law No. 11 of 2008 regarding Electronic Information and Transactions. In addition, rules governing personal data protection are also found in Government Regulation No. 71 of 2019 regarding the Implementation of Electronic Systems and Transactions and Minister of Communication and Informatics. What are the key principles […]
Information from AKSET Law provides guidance on data protection and privacy in Indonesia, such as the fact that there is no dedicated national data protection authority that oversees personal data protection in the country. However, the Minister of Communications and Informatics (MCI) is responsible for ensuring compliance and is authorized to organize and coordinate with […]
Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Informatics has issued regulation on the protection of personal data. MOCI Regulation No. 20 of 2016 Regarding the Protection of Personal Data in Electronic Systems regulates the protection of personal data by electronic system providers in Indonesia. Attorneys Fahrul S. Yusuf and Winnie Y. Rolindrawan, Partner and Senior Associate at […]
In an effort to accommodate recent developments in the electronic information and transactions (EIT) sector in Indonesia, Law No. 19 of 2016 on the Amendment to Law No. 11 of 2008 on Electronic Information and Transactions took effect in November. The Amendment clarifies the definition of an Electronic System Provider (ESP); provides an element of […]
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