In February 2024, the Indonesian presidential election ended, with Prabowo Subianto and Gibran Rakabuming—both considered supporters of the cryptocurrency industry—winning.
Important business leaders agreed, speculating that their triumph might have a favorable impact on the nation's cryptocurrency market.
William Sutanto of INDODAX and Subani of CFX both voiced optimism about how the incoming administration will affect the cryptocurrency market. Subianto has promised to strengthen laws to prevent tax evasion, and Rakabuming wants to develop young people's blockchain knowledge.
Both leaders have affirmed their dedication to promoting the bitcoin ecosystem following the election commission's official announcement of their victories on April 25.
Most people anticipate that they will keep or improve the current policies that are favorable to cryptocurrencies.
Sutanto emphasized that Rakabuming has the ability to spur innovation in the blockchain and cryptocurrency industries, especially considering his youthful appeal and aptitude for strategic planning.
Sutanto anticipates that the incoming administration would support digital assets wholeheartedly, allowing Indonesia to compete with other regional powers like the Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand.
Under President Joko Widodo, Rakabuming's father, Indonesia has witnessed a notable increase in the number of registered cryptocurrency users, even though it does not lead in transaction volumes.
The administration of Widodo created the first national cryptocurrency exchange in history as well as a thorough tax system with recommendations for potential future tax breaks for cryptocurrency transactions.
These events could strengthen Indonesia's standing in the regional cryptocurrency market and provide a solid foundation for the incoming leaders.
May 2024, Cryptoniteuae