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Tonggo Simangunsong

Tonggo Simangunsong is a journalist based in Medan, Indonesia. He has written for The Guardian, South China Morning Post, VICE, Al Jazeera, The Jakarta Post, and other publications.

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The Rise of AI 9 August 2024

Indonesian fishermen are using a government AI tool to find their daily catch

Unlike wealthier nations where startups and Big Tech take the lead on AI, an Indonesian government agency is leading the charge and focusing on practical applications.

A photo of two small, spotted cats in a red and white crate.

Tech Giants 10 July 2023

Illegal wildlife trafficking thrives in Facebook groups for “animal lovers”

“It’s very easy to sell on Facebook, and very easy to earn money. Not to brag.”

EV Revolution 21 February 2023

China is exporting its tiny EV obsession

Wuling outsells the Tesla Model 3 in China. In Indonesia, EV buyers are flocking to it for lower-cost prestige.