JAKARTA – In a significant advancement for technology infrastructure in Indonesia, Nvidia and the telecommunications company PT Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison have announced their collaboration to establish an Artificial Intelligence (AI) center in Surakarta, Central Java. The project, valued at $200 million, is slated for completion in 2024, according to Budi Arie Setiadi, the Communication Minister.
Strategic Investment in Surakarta
The upcoming AI center is poised to become a pivotal hub for technological development, potentially housing both telecommunication infrastructure and a human resource center. Surakarta, also known as Solo, has been chosen as the site for this ambitious project due to its readiness, excellent human resources, and advanced 5G infrastructure.
Key Highlights:
- Location: Surakarta, Central Java
- Investment: $200 million
- Features: Telecommunication infrastructure, Human resource center
- Completion Year: 2024
The decision to locate the facility in Surakarta was further encouraged by the city’s mayor, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, who has been briefed on the investment plan. Raka, also the Vice President-elect and son of the current President Joko Widodo, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, highlighting the city’s preparedness and resources.
Why Surakarta?
- Prepared and supportive local government
- High-quality human resources
- Advanced 5G network infrastructure
Communication between Indosat’s CEO and the Surakarta mayor has emphasized the strategic importance of this investment, not only for the development of AI technology in Indonesia but also for its potential impact on telecommunication and human resource development.
As of the announcement, both Nvidia and Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison had yet to respond to requests for further comments on the project. This initiative marks a significant step forward in Indonesia’s journey towards becoming a leader in AI technology and telecommunications in the Southeast Asian region.
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