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Indonesia Blocks Millions of Gambling-Related Posts
The Ministry of Communications and Digital Technologies of Indonesia has launched a large-scale campaign to clean up the digital space.
From October 2024 to October 2025, the ministry blocked more than 3 million posts, two-thirds of which were related to illegal online gambling.
Scope of the Cleanup
- 2 377 283 gambling-related posts (78%)
- 612 618 pornographic materials (20%)
- A total of 3 053 984 pieces of content removed
Government Actions
- Blocking illegal websites and financial flows linked to gambling
- 24/7 digital monitoring and automated moderation system SAMAN
- Collaboration with financial institutions and law enforcement agencies to track operators and intermediaries
Asian Trend
The tightening of regulations in Indonesia aligns with a broader Asian trend: regional markets are intensifying control over illegal gambling to protect users and stabilize financial flows. Similar measures are already being implemented in Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines.
Conclusion
The Indonesian government aims to block citizens’ access to online gambling by suppressing the activities of operators and intermediaries. The scale of the cleanup suggests that Southeast Asian countries are shifting from selective blocking to a systemic fight against illegal online gambling.