"The government has the resources to fund AI development. If it can facilitate experts in gathering and developing AI algorithms, industry players, including game developers, will find it easier to contribute in later stages," he said.
He made the remarks during the opening of the "Exploring the Global South: Epistemologies, Development Pathways, and Research Network" symposium hosted by the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) on Thursday.
Oegroseno shared his experience discussing AI development with members of the creative industry and noted that local developers have not built their own AI systems — not due to lack of expertise, but primarily due to funding and time constraints.
"Indonesia is relatively advanced in game development, with hundreds of companies offering services for local, regional, and global markets," he said.
However, developers have indicated that their main barrier to building AI is not technical ability, but the lack of funding.
"They said they don’t build AI not because it's too difficult, but because there's no funding. They focus on developing games that can immediately generate revenue," Oegroseno explained.
He emphasized that developing AI requires more than technical skills — it demands dedication, time, and sustained investment. For this reason, he said, it should ideally be spearheaded by the government.
The symposium is part of PARETO 2025, an annual forum organized by BRIN's Organization for Governance, Economic, and Public Welfare Research.
Representatives from BRICS and ASEAN countries attended the event, where they are expected to share regional perspectives that support solidarity and South-South cooperation toward a shared future.
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