Indonesia is fast emerging as one of Asia-Pacific’s most promising crypto markets. While many countries remain paralyzed by regulatory uncertainty, Indonesia has built a framework that fosters both trust and innovation. That clarity has attracted millions of users and drawn…
Indonesia continues to demonstrate its growing importance in the global crypto landscape. In the newly released Global Crypto Adoption Index 2025 by Chainalysis, the country is ranked 7th worldwide, maintaining its position among the top 10 crypto adopters globally. Although…
BALI, Indonesia, Aug. 22, 2025 – Coinfest Asia 2025 transformed Bali’s Nuanu Creative City into the world’s largest crypto festival, attracting over 10,000 participants from 90+ countries. Across two days, the event combined 300+ speakers, 100+ sessions, and 100+ side…
Indonesia has entered a new phase in its digital asset economy, rolling out sweeping reforms that scrap VAT on crypto trades and hike income taxes for transactions under Finance Ministry Regulation (PMK) No. 50 Effective August 1, the regulation aims…
Indonesia is preparing to update its tax framework for crypto assets following the reclassification of crypto as a financial instrument, shifting it away from its previous status as a commodity. The change comes after regulatory oversight of the crypto industry…
In the world’s third-largest crypto market by user adoption, a shift is underway not through token launches or speculative hype, but deep inside Indonesia’s most strategic institutions. Representing a combined market capitalization of over US$35 billion, BRI Bank, Pegadaian, PosDigi,…
In a move aimed at accelerating growth in its digital asset ecosystem, Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) has waived all regulatory fees for licensed crypto service providers for the full year of 2025. Announced in early July through OJK Regulation…
Coinfest Asia, the largest crypto festival in the world, returns on August 21–22, 2025, at Nuanu Creative City, Bali. Known for its immersive format and hands-on Web3 showcase, this year’s event is set to gather over 10,000 participants from across…
As the global crypto landscape continues to evolve, one truth is becoming increasingly clear: the center of gravity is shifting toward Asia. No longer just an emerging region, Asia has become the engine of adoption, experimentation, and cultural integration for…
Indonesia’s digital asset landscape is entering a new phase. On June 23, 2025, PT Central Finansial X (CFX)—the first officially registered crypto exchange in the country—issued a new decree (CFX/DIR-SK/006/VI/2025), updating the official list of tradable crypto assets. The number…