IdeaFest 2026 explores human creativity amid AI growth

IdeaFest 2026, held at the Jakarta International Convention Center, focuses on the theme ‘Re:Humanize,’ emphasizing the essential role of human creativity and empathy in an era of rapid artificial intelligence development. The event features over 500 speakers across 160 sessions covering business, technology, and culture.

Major corporate participants are integrating sustainability and digital services into the festival. Pertamina is promoting its Dual Growth Strategy for energy transition, while Indofood has partnered with Rekosistem to implement circular economy waste management. BNI, through its wondr platform, serves as the official banking partner to support digital transactions and the creative economy.

Other notable discussions include Padang Mayor Fadly Amran’s mission to secure UNESCO Gastronomy City status for Padang, highlighting Indonesia’s culinary diplomacy. Additionally, the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau has caused significant regional disruptions, including the closure of Soekarno-Hatta Airport, which cancelled several flights to Aceh.