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Digital democracy: Bintang Emon, buzzers and the itch to express

Social media stars are playing an important role in shaping what democracy looks and feels like in the digital age, writes Tito Ambyo.

Who to believe: social media or government? The challenge of coronavirus in Indonesia

Analysis, Media, Public health

In a disease outbreak like coronavirus, who should the public trust? Conversely, how can the government show that it is a trustworthy source of information? Krishna Hort, Angus Campbell and Tiara Marthias look at the challenges of health communication.

Talking Indonesia: big data, privacy and elections

2019 Indonesian Elections, Human Rights, Policy in Focus, Talking Indonesia

How are political parties and candidates using big data to target their campaigns in the upcoming elections? Do any laws protect citizens' personal data? Dr Dave McRae discusses these issues and more with Wahyudi Djafar in a special 'Policy in Focus' episode of Talking Indonesia.

The Muslim Cyber Army: what is it and what does it want?

Analysis, Politics, Religion

For more than a year, the Southeast Asia Freedom of Expression Network (SAFEnet) has been tracking the so-called Muslim Cyber Army (MCA), which stands accused of spreading hoax news and hate speech online. SAFEnet Regional Coordinator Damar Juniarto presents a detailed examination of the shadowy network.

Online polygamy: commodifying the fear of sex?

Analysis, Gender, Law

Two new online applications, AyoPoligami and Nikahsirri, have caused controversy for promoting polygamy. Hendri Yulius writes that the rise of such applications is a result of a shame and fear of sex in Indonesia, as well as competing religious and secular definitions of marriage.

'Buzzer' Jonru muzzled at last?

Analysis, Media, Politics

Blogger and provocateur Jonru has finally been called to account, arrested for hate speech on 29 September. Muninggar Sri Saraswati takes a look at the controversial social media star, examining how he became such an influential figure and what his arrest might mean ahead of the 2019 elections.

Talking Indonesia: social media, politics and the 'freedom to hate'

Analysis, Media, Politics, Talking Indonesia

What role did the internet play in the divisive Jakarta gubernatorial campaign? To what extent can the bitterness of the campaign be explained by Indonesia’s conservative turn more generally? Dr Jemma Purdey explores these questions and more with Associate Professor Merlyna Lim in the Talking Indonesia podcast.

Between persecution and prosecution: vigilantes, the state and the politics of offence

Analysis, Media, Religion, Society

After leading massive protests against former Jakarta Governor Basuki 'Ahok' Tjahaja Purnama, the past few months have seen the Islamic Defenders Front (FPI) doggedly pursuing individuals who have criticised the organisation online. Sana Jaffrey and Siswo Mulartono look at the significance of this phenomenon and explain why is it likely to continue.

The end of gay social networking apps in Indonesia?

Analysis, Human Rights

Last week, the government announced it would seek to ban three gay social networking apps, following the alleged misuse of Grindr in a child prostitution case. Hendri Yulius writes that the bans are representative of the government's struggle to maintain power and authority in the internet era and show that the rapid development of information technology does not necessarily lead to advances in freedom of expression.

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