Waketum Projo Klarifikasi Soal Budi Arie Terima 50 Persen dari Judi Online | AKIP tvOne

Summary

The transcript discusses the controversial case involving Budi Ari, a former minister accused of benefiting from online gambling operations. Fredy Alex Damanik defends Budi Ari, claiming he was unaware of the illegal activities carried out by his subordinates. Legal expert Yenti Garnasih analyzes the case, considering the possibility of money laundering charges if the allegations are proven true. Despite media coverage, there is no concrete evidence to link Budi Ari directly to the crime. The situation remains under investigation, with ongoing debate over the involvement of high-ranking officials.

Takeaways

• 😀 The name 'Budi' became prominent in the media following the online gambling case involving individuals from the Ministry of Communication and Informatics (Kominfo).
• 😀 The issue surrounding Budi's involvement with online gambling sites started with the May 14 indictment, but the details are only gaining attention now.
• 😀 Fredy Alex Damanik from Projoko clarifies that media coverage has been selective, only mentioning parts of the indictment, particularly the 50% profit claim, which is not fully explained.
• 😀 According to the indictment, the 50% profit share for Budi is part of an agreement among individuals in the case, but it does not imply that Budi directly received or knew about the arrangement.
• 😀 Budi was appointed as the Minister of Communication and Informatics on July 17, 2023, with the President's priorities focused on combating online gambling and solving BTS issues.
• 😀 Prior to Budi's appointment, Kominfo staff were already working with gambling site operators to block certain websites in exchange for payments, a practice that continued after Budi's appointment.
• 😀 Budi focused on improving efficiency in blocking online gambling sites by increasing staff resources and testing personnel's capabilities in handling the task.
• 😀 A hacker named Adi, known as Aka, was tested by Budi and accepted to help block up to 100,000 gambling sites, despite not having the required academic credentials (S1).
• 😀 Budi was unaware of any attempts by online gambling operators to influence or bribe the staff working on the issue, although his team members were approached by gambling syndicates.
• 😀 Legal expert Yenti Garnasih discusses the possibility of the case being classified as money laundering (TPPU) if Budi did indeed receive a portion of the gambling profits, based on evidence from financial transactions.
• 😀 Despite the serious allegations, Budi's role in the case remains unclear, with no evidence directly linking him to the operation of illegal online gambling, and he is currently only a witness in the case.

Q & A

What is the case discussed in the transcript about?

The case revolves around an online gambling issue involving high-ranking individuals in the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Informatics. It involves allegations of corruption, with a focus on the former Minister Budi Ari and whether he was involved in receiving a share of profits from keeping certain gambling websites active.

Why is the case becoming more prominent now, even though it began earlier?

The case gained more attention after a public reading of the charges on May 14. The media's portrayal of the situation and incomplete or selective coverage has contributed to its increased prominence, despite the allegations being present in the legal documents from earlier.

What role does the media play in this case according to Fredy Alex Damanik?

Fredy Alex Damanik emphasized that the media plays an important role in providing literacy to the public. However, he criticized the media for only presenting partial information from the indictment, which led to misinterpretations of the facts surrounding Budi Ari's involvement.

What is the significance of the 50% share mentioned in the indictment?

The 50% share refers to an alleged distribution of profits from online gambling operations. The indictment mentions that individuals involved in the operation had an agreement to divide profits, with a portion supposedly allocated to Budi Ari. However, Fredy clarifies that this information is not conclusive and does not directly implicate Budi Ari.

How does Fredy Alex Damanik defend Budi Ari's actions?

Fredy defends Budi Ari by arguing that he was not aware of any illicit agreements or transactions made by his subordinates. He suggests that Budi Ari was a victim of betrayal by people working under him, and that he did not receive any benefits from the alleged corruption.

What specific actions did Budi Ari take after becoming Minister in July 2023?

After becoming Minister, Budi Ari prioritized the mass eradication of online gambling and improving the Ministry's infrastructure. He increased staffing to address the online gambling issue and even involved additional technical experts to improve the Ministry’s ability to block gambling websites.

Who was involved in offering a solution to block gambling websites?

A hacker named Adi (also referred to as Aka), who was identified through an intermediary called Toni, was brought in to help with the online gambling problem. He was tested for his technical abilities and found to be capable of blocking a large number of gambling sites. Despite not having a formal degree, his skills were deemed valuable.

What led to the eventual issue with Budi Ari’s subordinates?

Budi Ari's subordinates, who had previously been involved in corrupt activities, felt threatened when Aka started blocking gambling sites. These individuals, some of whom were already part of the Ministry, allegedly tried to make deals with Aka and offered him a share of the profits. However, there is no evidence that Budi Ari was aware of these deals.

What is the legal concern raised by Yenti Garnasih regarding Budi Ari’s involvement?

Yenti Garnasih, a legal expert, highlights the possibility of money laundering (TPPU) charges if it is proven that Budi Ari received a portion of the illicit profits. She explains that if there is evidence of a transfer of funds to Budi Ari, it could be seen as a violation of money laundering laws, especially if these funds originated from online gambling activities.

What concerns does Yenti have about the indictment and the lack of clear evidence?

Yenti expresses concern that the indictment lacks clear evidence to prove Budi Ari’s involvement in money laundering. She points out that while the charges describe a complex scheme, there is no conclusive proof that Budi Ari received any illicit money. She also questions why he has not been formally charged despite the strong narrative presented in the indictment.