2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal one for copyright reform in Indonesia.
The Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP) working on revisions to Law No. 28 of 2014 on Copyright to better reflect the realities of today’s digital environment. One of the most anticipated updates is the inclusion of provisions addressing AI-generated content—a fast-evolving area that currently lacks clear regulation. For businesses leveraging AI tools, this signals a growing recognition of both the opportunities and challenges posed by emerging technologies.
In parallel, DGIP is finalizing a Government Regulation (GR) focused on song and/or music licensing. This draft regulation is expected to provide a much-needed legal framework for licensing music on digital platforms—an area that has remained underregulated despite rapid growth in digital content creation and distribution.
These developments are especially relevant for digital content providers and user-generated content (UGC) platforms, who should begin preparing by:
- Updating internal policies to reflect evolving licensing norms.
- Securing appropriate licensing arrangements.
- Strengthening content monitoring systems to prevent unintentional infringements—this includes refining takedown procedures, improving complaint-handling protocols, and maintaining clear records of licensed materials.
These changes are part of a broader movement toward modernization and clarity in Indonesia’s IP landscape. Businesses that stay ahead of the curve will be best positioned to thrive in this new environment.
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