Jakarta, domclub Indonesia
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Director General of Digital Infrastructure, Ministry of Communication and Digital (
Komdigi
) Wayan Toni Supriyanto said that Non-Terrestrial Network Direct-to-Device (NTN-D2D) technology is still in the initial study phase.
“Direct to device is just a study that we will bring later to ITU (International Telecommunication Union). There is a 2.1 frequency, there is NTN technology. That is still a study, still waiting for input,” said Wayan in Sragen, Central Java, Wednesday (5/11).
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Previously, Komdigi studied the potential for implementing NTN-D2D in Indonesia.This technology allows mobile devices to connect to satellites without a base transceiver station (BTS).
Komdigi has opened a public consultation on the Call for Information (CFI) Regulation and Policy Review document.
This consultation aims to gather views, data and best practices from stakeholders regarding the potential use of NTN-D2D technology as a solution for equalizing national digital connectivity.
NTN-D2D technology allows mobile devices to communicate directly with satellites without relying on BTS towers.In this way, the internet can reach people in remote areas, borders and waters that are difficult to access by land networks.
NTN-D2D is considered to have the potential to expand the reach of cellular services, strengthen national communications resilience, and create a digital economic impact in the regions.
This CFI document was prepared to collect public input regarding the potential implementation of NTN-D2D technology in Indonesia.
In the CFI document, the government is open to input from telecommunications operators, satellite service providers, equipment industry, associations, academics and the general public.
The input provided will be an important ingredient in formulating policies and regulations, including technical aspects, frequency spectrum management, business models and cooperation schemes between operators.
Komdigi encourages public participation to provide responses via electronic mail to email to
[email protected]
and
[email protected]
with a deadline for submitting responses of November 9, 2025.
This kind of technology has been implemented by Elon Musk’s satellite company, Starlink, which is named Direct to Cell.
“Starlink satellites with Direct to Cell capability enable comprehensive access to send SMS, call and roam wherever you are, whether on land, lakes or coastal waters. Direct to Cell will also connect IoT devices with general LTE devices,” wrote Starlink on its website.
Starlink satellites are said to have eNodeB modems that act like cell towers in space.Starlink says its service can be used by all LTE cellphones anywhere, but is not yet available in Indonesia.
(lom/fea)
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