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19 articles Latest October 12, 2026 Technology, Business, AI

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Indonesia's One Data Law: What It Means for Agencies Satu Data Indonesia
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Indonesia's One Data Law: What It Means for Agencies

Indonesia's House passed the Satu Data Indonesia law on 6 October 2026. See the key provisions, what changes for agency data and systems, and how to prepare.

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Sector-Specific AI Guidelines and Kids: Prep Your School AI Guidelines
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Sector-Specific AI Guidelines and Kids: Prep Your School

Indonesia is preparing sector-specific AI guidelines and child-protection rules for AI. See what they mean for schools, universities, and agencies.

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Recycled Data Leaks: What Indonesian Organizations Do Data Leaks
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Recycled Data Leaks: What Indonesian Organizations Do

Indonesia's Komdigi and BSSN say the data leak that went viral in October 2026 is old data. Here is why recycled leaks still matter and what to do about it.

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TKA 2026 Dress Rehearsal: Is Your School Ready to Test? TKA 2026
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TKA 2026 Dress Rehearsal: Is Your School Ready to Test?

Indonesia's TKA 2026 dress rehearsal runs until 18 October. See what it tests, what changed in the exam format, and a digital exam readiness checklist.

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The Generative AI Controversy at Work: Productivity or Risk? Generative AI
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The Generative AI Controversy at Work: Productivity or Risk?

Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, and Copilot promise higher productivity at work. But do the benefits outweigh the risks?

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Local vs Global Cloud: The Best Choice for Startups and SMEs Cloud Computing
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Local vs Global Cloud: The Best Choice for Startups and SMEs

For startups and SMEs, choosing a cloud provider is a strategic decision that shapes your security, performance, and long-term costs, not just a technical one.

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The Future of AGI: What Does It Mean for Work and Business? AGI
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The Future of AGI: What Does It Mean for Work and Business?

AGI is no longer just science fiction. The real question is not when it will arrive, but what happens to work and business if it becomes reality.

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What Is a Digital Twin and Why Are So Many Startups Using It? Digital Twin
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What Is a Digital Twin and Why Are So Many Startups Using It?

A Digital Twin is a virtual replica of a physical object or system that behaves like the real thing, powered by real-time data, sensors, and algorithms.

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SaaS vs Self-Hosted: Which Fits Your Business Scale? SaaS
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SaaS vs Self-Hosted: Which Fits Your Business Scale?

Choosing a technology platform is about long-term strategy, not just features. SaaS or self-hosted: which one is right for your business?

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Weighing AI Regulation: Do We Need Stricter Rules for Artificial Intelligence? AI regulation
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Weighing AI Regulation: Do We Need Stricter Rules for Artificial Intelligence?

AI is advancing fast, bringing new ethical and security challenges. Does it need stricter regulation? We look at the arguments, challenges, and solutions.

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Sora: Between Creativity and Deception? AI
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Sora: Between Creativity and Deception?

Sora, OpenAI's generative AI model, has stunned the world with its creative output, imitating the styles of human artists with remarkable precision.

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An Unsafe Data Journey: Why Do Data Leaks Keep Happening in Government? Data
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An Unsafe Data Journey: Why Do Data Leaks Keep Happening in Government?

Government data leaks have become an increasingly pressing concern. In the digital era, where information is invaluable, data security challenges keep growing.

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Programmer Burnout: Why Can Blackbox AI Trigger Boredom? AI
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Programmer Burnout: Why Can Blackbox AI Trigger Boredom?

AI has transformed programming, but it also brings new challenges such as programmer burnout. Here is why and how Blackbox AI can leave programmers bored.

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Bing Image Creator: A Visual Transformation in Online Content AI
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Bing Image Creator: A Visual Transformation in Online Content

Images drive engagement in online content. Bing Image Creator is an innovative tool bringing a visual transformation to how content is made and shared.

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Digital Transformation in Government: Toward More Efficient Public Services Digital Transformation
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Digital Transformation in Government: Toward More Efficient Public Services

Governments worldwide are embracing digital transformation to make public services more efficient and responsive. Here is the role technology plays.

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Unlocking Business Potential: How ChatGPT Improves Customer Service and Corporate Communication AI
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Unlocking Business Potential: How ChatGPT Improves Customer Service and Corporate Communication

ChatGPT understands human language and responds relevantly, making customer service and corporate communication more personal and efficient.

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An In-Depth Look: How SaaS Is Changing the Business Paradigm Business
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An In-Depth Look: How SaaS Is Changing the Business Paradigm

Software as a Service (SaaS) is more than a technological innovation. It is fundamentally transforming the way companies run their operations.

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Challenges and Opportunities: Using Online Platforms to Build a Sustainable Education Ecosystem education
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Challenges and Opportunities: Using Online Platforms to Build a Sustainable Education Ecosystem

Education is the foundation of a society's development. In today's digital era, online platforms have emerged as a way to take education to a higher level.

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