Collaborating With The Police, Komdigi Conducts A Joint Operation To Combat Fake BTS And Scams

The Minister of Communication and Digital, Meutya Hafid, is collaborating with the National Police Chief, General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, to tackle the issues of fake Base Transceiver Stations (BTS) and online gambling that are troubling the public. They both reaffirmed their commitment to conducting joint operations against digital crime. The focus of this partnership is on fake BTS, which are often misused for scams and the spread of illegal information, as well as online gambling, which harms the economy. "Digital security is a priority. There is no tolerance for cybercriminals who threaten public order," Meutya Hafid stated in an official announcement on Monday (March 10, 2025).

She added, "Close collaboration between the government and law enforcement is key to creating a safe and trustworthy digital ecosystem." Meanwhile, the National Police Chief emphasized that this cooperation will be enhanced by utilizing advanced technology and improving personnel capabilities, allowing for swift and effective legal action against offenders. "This initiative underscores the government's commitment to systematically and sustainably address digital security challenges," the National Police Chief asserted. 

The issue of fake BTS came to light after the Ministry of Communication and Digital received numerous reports from the public about a surge in scam SMS messages sent by entities other than official mobile operators. By using fake BTS devices, perpetrators can emit signals that mimic those of legitimate operators. This allows them to send mass SMS messages to nearby phones without being detected by the operator's system. As a result, scam messages can reach the public directly, offering fake prizes or requesting personal information without going through official networks. This illegal collection of personal data is also difficult for operators to trace.

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