Indonesian Govt Emphasizes Information Verification Amid Hoax Targeting Public Figure

Muhammad Qodari, Head of the Indonesian Government Communication Agency, stressed the importance of verifying information on social media after prominent politician Amien Rais was reportedly influenced by a hoax regarding a Cabinet Secretary. Qodari warned that technology, including AI, is being misused to spread hoaxes, making even senior figures vulnerable, and urged the public to exercise caution.