Indonesia's readiness to use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in Indonesia is progressive, but still needs to be matured to be adapted and encourage economic growth of up to 8 per cent.

According to data from Oxford Insight, Indonesia's level of readiness value for the use of AI has reached 61.03%. This puts Indonesia in 42nd place in the world out of nearly 200 countries on the list. While Thailand occupies the 37th position, Malaysia 23rd, Singapore 2nd, India 40th and Brazil 32nd.

"If we look at the reach of the AI readiness index in 2023, we are still in 42nd position, still below other developing countries. In Indonesia, the potential of AI is extraordinary,’ said Arsjad at the launch of the Artificial Intelligence Institute for Progress (AIIP), Tuesday (6/8/2024).

According to Arsjad, AI can increase gross domestic product (GDP) growth by up to 12 per cent by 2030. In addition, the potential for AI growth will be even greater in the next few years, supported by the increasing number of global technology industry players participating in the development of AI, which is considered a source of green energy.

"Global players such as Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon also have renewable energy targets of up to 100 per cent by 2030 for their data centres. This is an opportunity for Indonesia,’ said Arsjad.

Therefore, Arsjad hopes that Indonesia can utilise this momentum well. Some steps that can be taken include strengthening the manufacturing industry so that it can produce quality computer materials to support the development of AI, developing human resources, and encouraging good regulations for the use of AI.

If Indonesia makes good use of the momentum, Arsjad is optimistic that the Indonesian economy can grow by 8 per cent, following the achievements of economic growth in the 1970s-1990s.

"AI is one of the keys, if we want Indonesian industry to be more competitive. And ultimately achieve what we all aspire to, which is 8 per cent economic growth,’ Arsjad concluded.