Nadiem Makarim Sentenced in Corruption Case | San Antonio News

Indonesian tech titan Nadiem Makarim, co-founder of Gojek, has been sentenced to ten years in prison for corruption tied to his time as education minister—accused of pushing for Chromebook purchases during the pandemic that allegedly benefited Google’s investment in his company. Makarim denies wrongdoing, calling the sentence excessive and planning to appeal. While the court acknowledged the prosecution sought eighteen years, it reduced the sentence, citing Makarim’s youth and time already served since his arrest. Former Google executives testified the Chromebook deal and investment were unrelated. Two other officials and a consultant also received sentences, though one remains at large. The trial drew massive public support, including from motorcycle taxi drivers, as judges debated whether evidence was sufficient—some dissenting. The case has become a flashpoint over conflict of interest, government procurement, and tech influence. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3ce1cbfd8a4dda13