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July 3, 2024Hacker newsOSINT / Artificial Intelligence Recently, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) unveiled a new Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) strategy and called OSINT “first-instance INT.” Public and private sector organizations understand the value this discipline can provide, but are also finding that the exponential growth of digital data in recent years has outpaced many traditional OSINT methods. Fortunately, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are beginning to have a transformative impact on the future of information gathering and analysis. What is Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)? Open-Source Intelligence refers to the collection and analysis of…
Indonesia’s Temporary National Data Centre, Pusat Data Nasional (PDN), operated by the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (Kominfo) is reeling under a ransomware attack on its facility that supports the operations of over 200 Indonesian government agencies and public services. The hackers have demanded for a US$8 million (S$10 million) ransom, which the Indonesian government has determined to refuse, as per sources. National Cyber and Crypto Agency’s (BSSN) head, Hinsa Siburian, said the facility was attacked by Brain Cipher, the latest variant of LockBit 3.0 ransomware. He added that the agency noticed malicious activities on June 20, including…
Authors: Tuhu Nugraha and Raine Renaldi* In recent years, smart cities have become a major focus in many developing countries. Smart cities combine information and communication technology to improve the efficiency of public services, better manage resources, and enhance the quality of life for citizens. However, implementing smart cities in developing countries is fraught with various complex and multi-faceted risks. One example is the recent cyber-attack in Indonesia. The National Data Center (PDN) was hit by a ransomware attack, with the Minister of Communication and Information, Budi Arie Setiadi, confirming a ransom demand of 8 million dollars from the hackers.…
A number of stakeholders have spoken in the National Resilience Seminar for Indonesia’s Digital Transformation 2045 which highlighted the awareness of the rise and severity of cybersecurity challenges in today’s world. Among the notable guests were Budi Arie Setiadi, Minister of Communication and Informatics, Andi Widjajanto, Governor of the Indonesian National Resilience Institute (Lemhannas RI), Hinsa Siburian, Chief of the National Cyber and Crypto Agency (BSSN), Rudi Rusdiah, Chairman of the Indonesian Big Data Association (ABDI), Semuel Abrijani Pangerapan, Director-General of Informatics Application, the Ministry of Communication and Informatics, and Andi Kristianto, CEO of PT Telkomsel Digital Ecosystem. Andi Widjajanto,…
December 28, 2023 JAKARTA – Analysts have criticized new guidelines for the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) as ineffective and toothless because of their nonbinding nature, and encouraged the government to focus instead on critical infrastructure legislation like the cybersecurity bill. Other experts, however, have defended the guidelines stipulated in Communications and Information Ministry Circular No. 9/2023 on AI, arguing that they represent a crucial step toward reaching legally binding rules. Signed on Dec. 19, the circular is addressed to electronic system providers involved in the development of AI technology. Its content closely resembles a draft shared by ministry officials…
Indonesia launched its first electric vehicle battery plant on Wednesday. Photo: Handout / INDONESIAN PRESIDENTIAL PALACE/AFPSource: AFPIndonesia launched its first electric vehicle battery plant on Wednesday, President Joko Widodo said, as Southeast Asian countries move to gain a foothold in the emerging industry.The country, which is the region’s largest economy and home to the largest nickel reserve in the world, has been seeking to position itself as a key player in the global electric vehicle supply chain.The plant is a joint venture between South Korean manufacturers Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution (LGES) and can produce up to 10…
The Indonesian government is exploring cooperation with South Korea to develop Small Modular Reactor (SMR) nuclear technology, intended to be utilized as a new energy source and for food preservation. Deputy for International Economic Cooperation Coordination at the Coordinating Ministry for the Economy, Edi Prio Pambudi, emphasized the importance of nuclear technology not only for the manufacturing industry but also for enhancing export quality through food irradiation. “Nuclear technology is not just for destructive purposes; it can also be used for energy. Nowadays, many technologies are used for irradiation, preserving food to ensure our exports are reliable, such as keeping…
By Dr. Kartina Sury, Senior Fellow at the Center for Indonesian Policy StudiesWith the country’s digital transaction value amounting to $77 billion (or 40% of the region’s total) in 2022, Indonesia continues to be a key player in Southeast Asia’s digital economy. The total digital transaction value is expected to double to $130 billion by 2025, further establishing Indonesia as a significant contributor to the region’s dynamic digital economy. In addition, Indonesia fosters a healthy startup ecosystem and is ranked 6th globally in terms of the number of startups, with over 2,400 businesses. Over the next few years, the country…
Indonesia’s data center industry offers promising investment prospects, particularly as the digital economy is expected to reach a gross merchandise value (GMV) of US$360 billion by 2030. Foreign investment in Indonesia’s data center industry is picking pace due to the rapid growth of the country’s digital economy. According to a report compiled by Google, Temasek, and Bain & Company, Indonesia’s digital economy had a GMV of US$77 billion in 2022. This is expected to increase to between US$220 and US$360 billion by 2030, making it the largest digital economy in Southeast Asia. Find Business Support A report by Mordor Intelligence…
July 4, 2024Information hallData Breach / Mobile Security Cloud communications provider Twilio has revealed that unidentified threat actors exploited an unauthenticated endpoint within Authy to identify data associated with Authy accounts, including users’ mobile phone numbers. The company said it has taken steps to ensure that the endpoint no longer accepts unauthenticated requests. The development comes days after ShinyHunters online persona was published BreachForums database containing 33 million phone numbers purportedly pulled from Authy accounts. Owned by Twilio since 2015, Authy is a popular two-factor authentication (2FA) app that adds an extra layer of account security. “We have seen no…