Resilience and discipline: The inspiring story of Fortune Indonesia 40 Under 40’s Avina Sugiarto
Avina Sugiarto's dedication to/fascination with the investment industry was nurtured by her parents since she was little. Over the time, the support she received further strengthened her passion for the world of capital investment.
The impact of DeepSeek on Indonesia’s AI landscape
The development of (Artificial Intelligence) technology in Indonesia has been growing rapidly in recent times. How can it not? AI has proven to be a prominent helper in solving human problems and supporting the growth of many businesses. This is especially relevant with the emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI software company that offers an open-source large language model (LLM). Its debut sparked discussions worldwide, including in Indonesia.
Edtech in 2025: Transforming education beyond Southeast Asia’s classrooms
Education is essential for a nation's growth and should be prioritized as a fundamental aspect of national interest. The advancement of technology significantly contributes to the transformation of education by offering unprecedented access for all. Today, we witness the rise of educational technology (edtech), which seamlessly integrates traditional and modern learning methods.
The role of fintech lending to Indonesia’s agribusiness sector
Agriculture plays a significant role in Indonesia's economic growth and development. It contributed to 14% of the nation's GDP in 2020, and the sector employs 29% of the Indonesian workforce. However, most Indonesian farmers are still living in poverty. According to World Bank’s data, around half of the Indonesian farmers are smallholders that earn an average of US$ 3.2 per day.
East Ventures: Uplifting Indonesian Society Through The Digital Economy, a case study by the CIIP
As the largest venture capital (VC) fund in Indonesia, investing in early-to-growth stage digital solutions across Southeast Asia and Japan, East Ventures has invested in digital solutions that solve the pain points of local communities, including by increasing access to education and optimizing end-to-end logistics, creating seamless and safe payment processes, and democratizing access to commerce.