Jakarta, May 7 -- Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, Nezar Patria, has said he believes that technology, for instance, artificial intelligence (AI), can be a bridge to realizing inclusive services in the financial sector.

Therefore, his ministry supports the increase in digital financial inclusion through three important pillars: the development of digital infrastructures, strengthening digital literacy, and preparing inclusive regulations.

"Technology is not just a tool, but a bridge that connects millions of people-including MSMEs (micro, small, and medium enterprises) and vulnerable groups-into a formal financial system," Patria said in a statement released on Wednesday.

He noted that currently, there are many sop...