#indonesia government

The Indonesian government has blocked access to specific online services such as Steam, Epic Games, and more. The previously said companies including big ones such as PayPal and Yahoo are now banned in Indonesia as the companies failed to comply with a new requirement related to Indonesia’s content moderation laws. These companies which all under “Private Electronic System Providers” must register with the government's database in order to operate in the country. The requirement which is part of a bigger law in Indonesia allows the government to obtain data about specific users, as well as coerce companies into removing content that disturbs public order or is considered illegal. This means nearly seven in 10 mobile users are still dependent on legacy 3G services ahead of the government-mandated shutdown of 3G networks by the end of 2026. The shift in regulatory and industry focus Recognizing this reality, the government and industry are beginning to shift their language and priorities. Read more in our articles including "Indonesia bans Steam, Epic Games, and more" and "Globe rolls out Starlink Satellite-to-Mobile Service in the Philippines".