Indonesia's startup founders fear legal risks after tech entrepreneur Nadiem Makarim sentenced to 10 years
The sentencing of tech entrepreneur Nadiem Makarim leaves many young Indonesians questioning whether investing in their country could expose them to legal risks.
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