Bandung – The gaming and technology world in Indonesia will reach its peak with the holding of Indonesia Game Experience (IGX) 2024 and TechSummit 4th Edition at D’Botanica Mall, Bandung, on November 21 – 24, 2024. This grand event will be the closing event of the IGX 2024 series which was previously successfully held in Tangerang, Jakarta, and Surabaya.
As the largest gaming festival in Indonesia, IGX 2024 offers various interactive activities for visitors. In addition, the TechSummit 4th Edition event series will provide access for participants and visitors to participate in discussion sessions in order to sharpen in-depth insights about artificial intelligence (AI) technology in supporting government programs on smart and sustainable cities.
The highlight of the 2024 IGX Gaming Festival
IGX 2024 in Bandung presents various interesting programs to pamper game lovers in Indonesia.
Here are the series of IGX activities:
Latest Games & Exclusive Demos from famous developers, eSports Competition, which brings together the best gamers in Indonesia, Meet & Greet with game developers, content creators, and industry figures, then there is a door prize distribution in the Merchandise & Giveaway session for visitors.
What is certain is that the committee guarantees that visitors can enjoy the entire series of activities at IGX for free without any fees, with very easy registration via the official IGX 2024 website.
TechSummit 4th Edition: Focus on AI for Smart Cities
Meanwhile, in its fourth edition, TechSummit will discuss the theme “AI Implementation for Smart Offices and Sustainable Cities”. This event presents ten renowned speakers, including Ir. Soegiharto Santoso, S.H. as the General Chairperson of the National ICT Entrepreneurs Association (APTIKNAS) and Kamilov Sagala, S.H., M.H. as the General Chairperson of the Indonesian Information Technology Advocates Association (PERATIN).
TechSummit aims to introduce how AI technology can accelerate the transformation of cities and offices to be smarter and greener. This event is also open to the public for FREE.
According to APTIKNAS Chairman Soegiharto Santoso, his party fully supports this activity since the first time this idea was submitted by one of the administrators to APTIKNAS. Because gaming activities and AI technology development are one of the focuses of APTIKNAS’ activities and work programs.
“We provide full access to the entire APTIKNAS network in various regions to support this IGX. In turn, APTIKNAS will encourage the implementation of this IGX to also reach all regions in Indonesia so that game and AI technology enthusiasts can experience the sensation of the biggest grand event in the field of gaming and technology,” said Hoky, his nickname, who also serves as Secretary General of the Indonesian Information Technology Advocates Association (PERATIN), Deputy Chairperson of the Indonesian Press Union (SPRI), and Chair of the Indonesian Press LSP Steering Committee, and Advisor to the Indonesian Gold Community Forum (FORMAS).
Support from Taiwan Excellence
On the same occasion, TAITRA Jakarta Manager, Tiffany Wang as a supporter of this event was present directly at the opening of IGX 2024. According to her, Taiwan as a leader in the technology industry, especially gaming devices, will continue to support the growth of e-sports in Indonesia.
“With the ongoing collaboration between Taiwan Excellence brands and the Indonesian gaming industry, the potential for growth and innovation in the esports scene is very promising,” he said.
Educational Seminar for Gamers & Technicians
In addition to a series of prestigious activities held by the committee, IGX 2024 also offers seminars with two themes at once, namely: “How to Assemble an Optimal Gaming PC,” and “The Basics of Artificial Intelligence.”
The seminar will feature speakers from various technology brands, such as MSI, Samsung, and Giga Computing, as well as provide e-certificates and exclusive merchandise for participants.
Sponsor & Technology Partner Support
The event is supported by major brands, including Taiwan Excellence, MSI, Samsung Odyssey, Lexar, and SteelSeries, as well as associations such as APTIKNAS and PERATIN.
Bandung City Becomes Spectacular Closing of IGX 2024 Series
Bandung is the last city in the IGX 2024 series after being successfully held in Tangerang, Jakarta, and Surabaya. This city promises to be the most spectacular closing with various interactive events, technological innovations, and impressive community collaborations.
IGX 2024 and TechSummit 4th Edition are not only a stage for gamers and the technology community, but also prove that the Indonesian gaming and technology ecosystem continues to grow rapidly.
According to Angelika Putri, Founder and Secretary General of the Indonesian Payment Gateway Association (APGI), regarding the involvement of technology and payment gateways in events such as IGX 2024 and TechSummit 4th Edition, because the development of the gaming and technology world not only opens up great opportunities in product innovation, but also in reliable and efficient digital payment infrastructure.
“With the increasing number of gamers and microtransactions in this industry, a secure, fast payment gateway system that supports various payment methods is the main key in payment transactions in this gaming industry,” she explained.
As part of the Indonesian Payment Gateway Association, Angelika continued, her party promises to continue to fully support events such as IGX 2024 and TechSummit 4th Edition which not only bring together the gaming community, but also encourage technology integration, including digital payment solutions that support the gaming ecosystem and smart cities in Indonesia.
“Collaboration between technology and payment gateways is very important to create a sustainable, safe, and inclusive ecosystem,” added Angel.
The entire series of activities was driven by Hendri Andrigo Sutanto as the Chairperson of the DPD APTIKNAS Jakarta who was supported by Andi Tanudiredja Tanudiredja as Deputy Chairperson of the DPP APTIKNAS and Michael Edward as Secretary of the DPD APTIKNAS Jakarta and collaborated with the administrators of the DPD APTIKNAS West Java.
Also attending the inauguration of IGX 2024 and TechSummit 2024 were; Fanky Christian Secretary General of DPP APTIKNAS, Sakaria Tanzil, Tamin Tanzil, Erdi Irmawan Adiyatna and Yuli – Public Relations Specialist – ION Network and other invited guests.
Don’t miss this event, and be part of a historic moment in the world of gaming and technology in Indonesia. *