Formabes Reports Live Streaming App Allegedly Containing Online Gambling to Komdigi
The non-governmental organisation Forum Masyarakat Bersulate (Formabes) has officially reported the alleged misuse of a live streaming application that is suspected of containing, facilitating, or being utilised as a medium for online gambling activities to the Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) on Monday (6/7/2026).
The report was submitted alongside a demonstration of aspirations in front of the Komdigi office, serving as a form of public support for the government’s efforts to eradicate online gambling practices, which are increasingly considered a public concern.
The Chairman of Formabes, Haris Nasution, emphasised that the report is not a unilateral accusation, but rather a request for the government to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the reported application in accordance with its authority.
He requested that the Ministry of Communication and Digital conduct a professional, transparent, and thorough examination of the reported application.
“If any legal violations are subsequently found, we urge the government to take decisive action in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations,” Haris told the media in Jakarta on Monday (6/7/2026).
According to Haris, Indonesia’s digital space must be protected from being exploited as a medium for spreading illegal activities that have the potential to harm the public, including online gambling practices which are currently a serious concern for the government.
He stated that if the results of the investigation prove there are violations, Formabes encourages Komdigi to impose administrative sanctions within its authority, including disconnecting access or blocking the application’s services.
Furthermore, Formabes has also requested that the government coordinate with law enforcement agencies, the Indonesian Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (PPATK), and other relevant institutions to trace the flow of funds or accounts proven to be used in illegal activities.