Is Going to Cinemas Part of Asian Values?
In Indonesia, we were once familiar with the term layar tancap. Perhaps still are. A layar tancap may not be a movie theater per se. Essentially an open air cinema, it is actually closer to a drive by, minus the ”drive” part. Nonetheless, layar tancap has become one of the earlier means for Indonesians to […]
Timeout! Special Episode: Measuring the Social and Economic Impact of Creative Industries as a Step Toward Sustainable Development
Jakarta, August 21, 2024 – The impact of the creative industry in Indonesia can be felt not only in the economic but also in social aspects, such as the formation of cultural identity, the promotion of inclusiveness, and community involvement. The Indonesian government recognized the significant impact of the creative economy. Thus, this sector has […]
Timeout Ep. 4 | Redefining Indonesian Film Genre: Behind the Lack of Genre Variety in the Local Film Industry
Jakarta, August 12, 2024 – After the Covid-19 pandemic, the number of Indonesian moviegoers continues to surge, reaching 55 million viewers in 2023. Although the numbers continue to increase, the market share of Indonesian movies is still considered very limited, especially considering the large number of local films that must compete at the same time. […]
One (Extra)ordinary Weekend at Jakarta Music Con 2024
The weekend of July 13-14, 2024 was quite special for the Asian Creative and Digital Economy Youth Summit (ACE-YS) team for the obvious reason. It’s not every day that you get to attend a music conference and a festival all at once, which means twice the fun! The sweltering Jakarta heat stood no chance in […]
2024 International Discussion on Creative Economy: Finding a balance between economic growth, social inclusion, and sustainable development
Jakarta, 18 July 2024 – Creative economy is indisputably one of the fastest growing global economic sectors, including in Asia and the Pacific. Ever since the first World Conference on Creative Economy (WCCE) was held in Indonesia in 2018, the attention to the creative economy sector has increased significantly, resulting in the United Nations’ recognition […]
Creative Catalyst 101: Q&A with Viandira Athia, Head of Creative Catalyst ACE-YS 2024
The Creative Catalyst program is easily one of the most anticipated parts of the Asian Creative & Digital Economy Youth Summit (ACE-YS). Its debut last year saw not only excitement, but also robust cultural as well as knowledge exchange among creatives coming from all over ASEAN+3 countries. The result? A lasting and meaningful network of […]
Surviving on Creativity: The Struggle for Fair Royalties and Copyright Protection
The rapid growth of the Indonesian creative industry continues to inspire creators to produce quality works, not only as a form of self-expression but also as a source of income. And yet, the lack of understanding regarding the intricacies of intellectual property (IP) protection among creators often renders them vulnerable to exploitation, both in terms […]
Bridging Arts and Ideas: Inside the ACE-YS Visit to Mahavisual
Collaboration and collective action have always been the driver of the digital creative industry. The key to creating a robust ecosystem lies in the fusion of ideas, visions, and exploration of innovation fueled by the synergy of diverse creative minds. In this spirit, the Asian Creative and Digital Economy Youth Summit (ACE-YS) organized a friendly […]
Timeout Ep. 3 | IP 101: Safeguarding IP to Safeguard Sustainable Economic Opportunities
Jakarta, June 28, 2024 – The discussion surrounding intellectual property (IP) does not end with the ideation and creation of a work. Protecting the ownership of a work is very important, and yet this is something many creative industry players in Indonesia have not fully understood. Consequently, they would often miss out on the immense […]