Jakarta - The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) highlighted the growing threats of cyberattacks and the risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) in the business landscape through a seminar titled “Digital Defense: Cyber Awareness for Business Protection”, held at Menara Kadin Indonesia, South Jakarta, on Thursday, July 17, 2025.

The seminar was initiated by Clarissa Tanoesoedibjo, Vice Chairperson for Communications and Digital Affairs at Kadin Indonesia. It was attended by key stakeholders, including Rio Anugrah, Chair of the Standing Committee for Digital Infrastructure Development Eryk Budi Pratama, Deputy Chair of the Standing Committee for AI Implementation and Personal Data Protection Slamet Aji Pamungkas, Deputy for Cybersecurity and Cryptography in Economic Affairs at the National Cyber and Crypto Agency (BSSN) and Rifky Reinaldo, CEO of Cybermate and cybersecurity practitioner.

In her official statement, Clarissa Tanoesoedibjo emphasized that cybersecurity has evolved into a critical component of business continuity and is no longer merely a technical issue.

“This seminar, Digital Defense: Cyber Awareness for Business Protection, reflects Kadin Indonesia’s ongoing commitment to enhancing business preparedness in the face of increasingly complex cyber threats,” Clarissa stated.

She further explained that cross-sector collaboration is essential in raising awareness and strengthening business readiness against potential cyberattacks.

“Through collaboration with BSSN and cybersecurity professionals, we aim to help Kadin members understand real-world digital risks and begin implementing tangible protective measures within their respective enterprises,” Clarissa continued in her written statement on Friday, July 18, 2025.

“Cybersecurity is no longer just a technical concern it has become an integral part of business sustainability strategies in the digital era,” she added.

Meanwhile, Rio Anugrah, Chair of Kadin’s Standing Committee for Digital Infrastructure Development, stressed that cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated and should not be underestimated.

He shared an example from his own experience involving a brute-force attack on one-time passwords (OTP), which was initially perceived as minor but proved to be potentially dangerous if left unaddressed.

“Cyber threats today are incredibly sophisticated. Even things that may seem harmless at first can have significant consequences. By increasing our awareness and vigilance, we can address such issues more effectively,” said Rio.

He also addressed the dual nature of AI, noting that while it enhances operational efficiency, it is also being weaponized by hackers to launch more advanced attacks.

“AI is indeed highly beneficial on one hand, but it also poses threats on the other. Therefore, we must find a balance between managing cyber threats and deploying AI in ways that can help counteract those very risks,” Rio elaborated.

Echoing Rio’s remarks, Eryk Budi Pratama, Deputy Chair of the Standing Committee for AI Implementation and Personal Data Protection at Kadin, pointed out that cybercriminals are increasingly abandoning conventional methods in favor of AI-driven attacks.

This, he said, requires businesses and organizations to understand that AI must be countered with AI.

“Human factors remain the first line of defense against cyber threats. Even in the realm of AI ethics, humans play a central role in shaping how AI learns and behaves,” Eryk stated.

He also highlighted the importance of regularly testing AI systems to prevent bias and hallucinations, as well as the need for full organizational compliance with the Personal Data Protection (PDP) regulations as a foundation for developing AI responsibly and securely.

From the government’s perspective, Slamet Aji Pamungkas of BSSN expressed his appreciation for Kadin’s initiative in organizing the seminar.

He noted that the event aligns with the national digital transformation agenda, which inevitably brings increased exposure to cyber risks.

“I hope this event marks the beginning of a long-term collaboration between BSSN and KADIN to ensure Indonesia’s digital security, particularly in the digital economy sector,” Slamet said.

Additionally, Rifky Reinaldo, CEO of Cybermate, underscored the importance of a human-centered approach to cybersecurity.

He emphasized that most cybersecurity breaches are still rooted in human error.

“Incidents involving deep fakes, voice spoofing, phishing, and identity theft generally stem from human negligence. That’s why our approach at Cybermate focuses heavily on individual education and awareness,” Rifky concluded.