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Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:33 WIB
PlasmaLeap Raises A$30 Million to Accelerate Zero-Emissions Production of Fertilisers and Fuels
PlasmaLeap has closed a A$30 million Series A to accelerate zero-emissions, on-farm fertiliser production and related eFuels and industrial chemicals. The proceeds will back first-of-a-kind fertiliser hubs in New South Wales and Tasmania, expand field trials, and further develop its modular reactor technology capable of producing ammonia and nitrate from air, water and renewable electricity. The round, which included investors such as Twynam, GrainCorp Ventures, Uniseed/UniSuper, Artesian, SVG Ventures and Ravensdown’s Agnition Ventures, aims to cut emissions, reduce input costs and bolster food and energy security, with potential carbon credits and broader decarbonisation applications.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:31 WIB
Three Tons of Pangolin Scales Smuggled, Hidden Behind Instant Noodles
Three tonnes of pangolin scales were found concealed behind boxes of instant noodles in a single export container at Jakarta's Tanjung Priok. While the export declaration listed only sea cucumbers and instant noodles with Cambodia named as the destination, investigators say there are three compartments in the container, suggesting undeclared goods and ongoing investigations into the exporter and involved parties.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:30 WIB
The Hormuz Strait Closes! 8 Energy Stocks That Are Safe Havens During IHSG Turbulence
The Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) slid under pressure as the Hormuz Strait closure and rupiah weakness weighed on sentiment, with Brent around US$82.5 per barrel. Energy shares are flagged as defensive amid volatility, and investors are advised to practise risk discipline and consider a dollar-cost averaging approach; eight energy stocks were recommended as potential safe havens, though specific names were not disclosed.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:30 WIB
ESDM Confident Nickel Production Will Be Cut in 2026: Here Are the Reasons
Indonesia's Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources says the 2026 nickel production target in the RKAB will be 260-270 million tonnes to extend reserve life and stabilise global prices. Director-General Tri Winarno warned that continued heavy exploitation could exhaust Indonesia's nickel reserves within two decades, prompting a cautious reduction strategy. Since production limits were signalled, nickel prices have recovered to around US$17,000–18,000 per tonne, and the government is weighing imports from the Philippines to meet smelter demand and possible RKAB revisions in the second half.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:29 WIB
PTUN Jakarta Rejects Pontjo Sutowo's Lawsuit Over the Sultan Hotel
The Jakarta High Administrative Court overturned a first‑instance ruling by finding PT Indobuildco's appeal inadmissible, ruling that the dispute stems from civil‑law relations rather than an administrative decision. The decision centres on demand letters issued over former ex‑HGB land in the Gelora Bung Karno complex and follows related civil litigation in which the state is said to prevail. The ruling was announced on 26 February 2026 after deliberations on 23 February 2026.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:28 WIB
Video: PT PII Collaboration to Guarantee KPBU Infrastructure Project Financing
Tony Prianto of the DJPPR outlined the challenges of risk management for infrastructure financing as projects scale up with long tenors. He emphasised that government guarantees via PT PII are intended to mitigate risk and reassure investors, while proper risk allocation in KPBU projects is essential from pre-construction to operations. The interview with Maria Katarina and Andre Permana aired on CNBC Indonesia's Fiscal Focus on 4 March 2026.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:28 WIB
Banjarbaru MBG Regional Coordinator Evaluates Ramadan Menu
Banjarbaru MBG Regional Coordinator Citra Nurfitriani says beneficiaries have raised concerns about the Ramadan MBG package, which comprises dry items such as bread, eggs, and fruit. The programme is being evaluated for nutritional adequacy under the National Nutrition Agency and Indonesia’s Health Ministry guidelines, amid calls for tighter oversight and standardised menus across Nutrition Service Delivery Units.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:27 WIB
Rising Financial Fraud During Ramadan 2026, Beware of the Tactics
The Indonesian Financial Services Authority (OJK) reports a rise in fraud cases during Ramadan 2026, recording 13,130 reports and 22,593 affected accounts in the first 10 days. The surge spans online shopping and investment schemes, with many victims being women targeted by promotional offers for Lebaran goods. The regulator warns the public to be vigilant against online transaction fraud and misleading promotions.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:27 WIB
Tecno Megapad 2 Debuts at MWC 2026, a Large-Display Tablet with a Slim Body
Tecno Mobile unveiled its Megapad 2 tablet at MWC 2026 in Barcelona, alongside the Camon 50 Ultra smartphone, a smartwatch and open-ear earbuds. The mid-range tablet features an 11-inch 2.5K display at 90 Hz, a 6.6 mm-thick chassis, and AI-powered HiOS features including AI Problem Solving and AI Translation. Availability is slated for global markets in Q1–Q2 2026, with pricing yet to be announced.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:26 WIB
Arcfra Launches Neutree to Power Scalable Enterprise AI Infrastructure
Arcfra unveiled Neutree, a vendor-agnostic platform that unifies model inference management across Kubernetes clusters, edge, and data centres, enabling no-code deployment and centralized governance. The Neutree platform pairs with Arcfra's Enterprise Cloud Platform to provide hybrid scheduling, distributed storage, security and full observability for scalable AI deployments. Early adopter ConnectWave in South Korea is piloting orchestration for training, fine-tuning and inference, signalling progress in enterprise AI infrastructure.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:22 WIB
World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development 2026 Officially Launched as Indonesia Hosts Event
Indonesia hosted the World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development (WED) 2026, aiming to raise engineers' social recognition and strengthen their role in sustainable development domestically and globally. WFEO announced two new pillars—the World Academy of Engineering and the WFEO Institute—and outlined collaborations with ITB on climate research, AI readiness, and career development for engineers. The discussions highlighted opportunities in AI, semiconductor development, and green jobs, with 600 participants from 39 countries.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:22 WIB
Nusantara Snack Trail: Concrete Steps by the Coordinating Ministry for Community Empowerment to Elevate MSMEs
The Coordinating Ministry for Community Empowerment is launching the Nusantara Snack Trail Festival (6–8 March 2026, Gelora Bung Karno, Jakarta) to boost MSME capacity and market access through curated, high-quality products. It also includes UMKM and IP clinics to professionalise and protect intellectual property, with a 5-kilometre NgabubuRun symbolising government-community collaboration.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:21 WIB
Video: Demand for Chili Peppers Rises During Ramadan, Bapanas Assures Stock Is Safe
Stocks of staple foods — including rice, consumer sugar, cooking oil, meat, eggs, chili peppers and red onions — are assured to be secure through April 2026. Ramadan price stability is generally maintained, though red bird’s-eye chili tends to stay higher due to rainy weather that disrupts harvests and distribution; harvests in the Raya period in Java and beyond are hoped to stabilise prices. Bapanas is strengthening government and regional food reserves, implementing the Gerakan Pangan Murah to district and village levels, and running the FDP programme to move food from surplus to deficit areas.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:21 WIB
Prabowo's 'National Discussion Space' Strategy: Sandwiched by Jokowi and SBY, Discuss Geopolitical Fortifications
President Prabowo Subianto chairs a closed-door 'National Discussion Space' at the Istana, emphasising elite unity to shield Indonesia from global geopolitical shifts; Jokowi and SBY attend, signalling continuity as cabinet ministers and party leaders gather to map upcoming policy steps.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:21 WIB
A string of fatal accidents at the Bawen Toll Exit
A string of fatal accidents at the Bawen Toll Exit in Semarang Regency, Central Java, underscores the danger posed by downhill road gradients and brake failures for heavy vehicles. The latest incident on 3 March 2026 involved ten vehicles and eight injuries, following earlier crashes including a brake-failure truck in 2025 and a decoupled braking trailer in 2024, with KNKT warning about road geometry and urging lower gears on descents.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:20 WIB
List of Countries Most Dependent on the Strait of Hormuz; the United States Is Relatively Safe
The Strait of Hormuz remains pivotal for global energy trade, with Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the UAE, Iran, and Kuwait accounting for the vast majority of flows. Asia is the most dependent region, while the United States faces comparatively lower exposure; disruptions could ripple through global oil markets.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:18 WIB
Debt-collector Sibah halts funeral in Sampang over Rp 215 million debt
A debt-collector named Sibah halted a funeral in Ragung, Sampang, East Java, alleging the deceased owed about Rp 215 million (comprising 25 grams of gold and Rp 15 million in cash). The incident, captured on video, sparked a tense moment as the imam delivered the eulogy. The husband said he did not know the origin of the debt, but the family later agreed to take responsibility and the burial proceeded.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:17 WIB
Three tonnes of pangolin scales smuggled, BKSDA says 1 kg requires 4–6 pangolins
Indonesia has uncovered a large-scale illegal trade in protected wildlife after the seizure of 3,053 kilograms of pangolin scales at Tanjung Priok Port in North Jakarta. Authorities indicate that obtaining 1 kilogram of pangolin scales requires roughly 4–6 adult pangolins, implying thousands were exploited. The case highlights enforcement and conservation challenges for endangered species in the country.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:16 WIB
Impact of the Middle East Conflict: Government to Seek Relaxation of Umrah Pilgrims' Hotel Arrangements with Saudi Arabia
Indonesia's Deputy Minister for Hajj and Umrah said the government will coordinate with Saudi authorities to relax hotel arrangements for Umrah pilgrims amid the Middle East escalation. Pilgrimage organisers face losses from pre-booked hotels and flights, and the government is seeking price relief from Garuda Indonesia to enable pilgrims to return home more affordably.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 14:15 WIB
Chandra Asri (TPIA) Issues Force Majeure After Hormuz Strait Closure
Integrated petrochemical producer PT Chandra Asri Pacific Tbk (TPIA) has issued a force majeure notice to its business partners following the closure of the Hormuz Strait, which disrupts the global supply of raw materials. The move is described as administrative and measured, with reductions in run rates at several plants as a contingency while monitoring the US–Iran conflict and coordinating with customers to minimise disruption and protect continuity of operations.
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