Indonesian telecommunications provider Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH) has announced a strategic partnership with technology company Nvidia to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) development in Indonesia. The collaboration, revealed in March 2026, aims to build advanced AI infrastructure and a digital talent ecosystem.
The partnership involves creating an "AI Center of Excellence" and an "AI-Grid" infrastructure. This initiative is designed to provide the computing power and framework necessary for developing AI solutions across various sectors in Indonesia, supporting the nation's digital transformation goals.
A core component of the collaboration is the "Sahabat AI" (Friends of AI) program. This initiative focuses on training and certifying Indonesian developers, researchers, and university students in AI technologies using Nvidia's platforms, aiming to build a skilled local workforce.
The move is part of IOH's broader strategy to evolve beyond telecommunications into a tech-centric company. It aligns with Indonesia's national ambitions to become a significant digital economy player in Southeast Asia by leveraging next-generation technology.
