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PPATK’s Policy “Flip-Flop” Draws Public Attention

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Algo Research Team

Industry | Aug 02, 2025 | Views: 166

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Key Summary:

  • PPATK froze 31 million accounts for security reasons
  • Concern rose over inactive but legitimate account holders
  • Most accounts were reactivated after verification

Indonesia’s financial intelligence agency temporarily froze millions of dormant bank accounts in an effort to combat illicit financial activity. The move triggered strong public reaction and policy clarification at the highest level.


What’s the headline? As of May 2025, PPATK (Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center) suspended over 31 million inactive bank accounts, valued more than IDR 6 trillion.

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