Profiles

Military spending spree is expected to open up opportunities for the growth of domestic defence contractors, including for the supply of ammunition. One name to watch is Sonny Lesmana, owner of an ammonium nitrate solution (ANSOL) factory in Bontang, East Kalimantan province. 

In the ever-evolving global gaming industry, Call of Duty: Mobile (CODM) has emerged as one of the most influential mobile games in Indonesia since its release in October 2019. While the franchise is owned by Activision Blizzard, now under Microsoft following a high-profile acquisition in 2023, the mobile version is developed and operated by TiMi Studio Group, a subsidiary of China’s tech giant Tencent.

Released in 2014 by Bandung-based indie studio Digital Happiness, DreadOut casts players as Linda, a high school student trapped in an abandoned town and haunted by spirits drawn from Indonesian myth. In this game, a smartphone becomes a weapon—not for connection, but for survival.

In an industry dominated by global giants, Toge Productions stands out as an independent force from Indonesia that has successfully broken through international boundaries. Based in Tangerang, Toge is more than just a game development studio—it has become a pioneering publisher that brings narrative-driven indie games from Indonesia to the world stage.

In an era of rapid digital transformation, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems have become essential infrastructure for businesses—large and small—to survive and grow. Amid the dominance of CRM giants like Salesforce, one name consistently offers a more inclusive alternative: Zoho.

Amid the surge of digitalization and the growing need for high-quality educational content for children, Educa Studio has emerged as one of the pioneers of technology-based educational innovation in Indonesia.

While many startups have collapsed despite receiving massive funding rounds, HashMicro stands as a compelling case that success can be achieved without external investment. Founded in Singapore in 2015, this enterprise software company has not only turned a profit but also expanded regionally, including to Indonesia.

Founded in 2020, Segari promises to deliver agricultural products directly from farmers to consumers in less than 15 hours. With a technology-driven approach and a social commerce business model, Segari claims to shorten the distribution chain and provide fairer prices for both farmers and consumers. But is that truly the case?

KLAR Smile, a local dental care startup focusing on clear aligner services as an alternative to conventional braces, is steadily solidifying its position in the tech-based healthcare market. Founded by David Sugihartana, Ellen Pranata, and Adelia Susanto, KLAR adopts a direct-to-consumer approach, using 3D scanning technology and online consultations to cater to urban youth seeking hassle-free dental treatment with optimal aesthetic results.