The Indonesian government has taken a firm stance against online gambling by targeting digital payment providers that may facilitate such transactions. Minister of Communication and Information Technology, Budi Arie Setiadi, announced that warning letters have been issued to 21 payment service providers managing 42 digital payment applications suspected of being used for gambling.
The government has demanded these providers conduct internal audits of their payment systems and report their findings within seven working days. Failure to comply could result in administrative sanctions. This move is part of Indonesia’s broader effort to combat online gambling, which includes blocking millions of gambling websites and seizing substantial funds linked to gambling activities.
In response to the Indonesian government’s crackdown on online gambling, digital payment providers have been warned about potential sanctions. The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has identified 42 digital payment applications used for gambling and has asked 21 providers to conduct internal audits. They must report their findings within seven days or face administrative penalties. This effort aligns with broader measures to combat online gambling in Indonesia, including the recent formation of an online gambling eradication task force and the blocking of millions of gambling sites.