PPTIK ITB in collaboration with Association for Computing Machinery Bandung Chapter successfully organized a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) entitled “Privacy-Preserving Intelligent Video Surveillance System Innovation for Urban Development and Public Safety in Indonesia” on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, at the Auditorium of the CRiMSE Building (Ex PAU), Level 8, Institut Teknologi Bandung.
The event brought together academics, researchers, practitioners, and stakeholders from various institutions to discuss the future development of intelligent video surveillance systems that support public safety while maintaining data privacy and ethical governance principles.
Participants attending the Focus Group Discussion on Privacy-Preserving Intelligent Video Surveillance System Innovation at ITB.
The FGD was officially opened with an opening speech delivered by Andriyan Bayu Suksmono, Chair of ACM Bandung Chapter. In his remarks, he emphasized the importance of developing responsible intelligent surveillance technologies that balance technological advancement, public safety, and privacy protection. The event was hosted by Y. Bandung, Head of PPTIK ITB, who highlighted the strategic role of interdisciplinary collaboration in advancing AI-based surveillance research and urban digital ecosystem development in Indonesia.
The discussion featured several distinguished speakers from academia and government institutions, namely:
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Ridwan Sutriadi — Prof. Ir. Ridwan Sutriadi, S.T., M.T., Ph.D.
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Budi Rahardjo — Ir. Budi Rahardjo, M.Sc., Ph.D.
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Purnomo Yustianto — Dr. Purnomo Yustianto, ST. MT.
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Suhardi — Prof. Dr. Ing. Ir. Suhardi, M.T.
The speakers delivered perspectives on various strategic topics, including artificial intelligence implementation in public surveillance systems, privacy-preserving technologies, cybersecurity and data governance, smart city infrastructure readiness, urban safety challenges, and policy frameworks for responsible surveillance technology deployment.
One of the invited speakers presenting perspectives on intelligent surveillance systems, privacy, and urban public safety.
Throughout the discussion sessions, participants actively exchanged ideas and insights regarding the challenges and opportunities of implementing intelligent surveillance technologies in Indonesia. Several discussions highlighted the importance of ensuring that surveillance innovation aligns with ethical AI principles, regulatory compliance, and community trust.
The event also demonstrated strong interdisciplinary interest in intelligent urban systems, with participants coming from various institutions such as Institut Teknologi Bandung, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Badan Riset dan Inovasi Nasional, Institut Teknologi Nasional Bandung, and several other universities and research institutions. Based on the registration data, the event attracted approximately 34 registered participants from multidisciplinary backgrounds related to AI, intelligent systems, urban development, and digital governance.
In addition to strengthening academic and research collaboration, the FGD served as an important platform for exploring future opportunities in the development of privacy-preserving intelligent video surveillance systems tailored to Indonesia’s urban and societal needs.
The activity is expected to contribute to future research initiatives, strategic partnerships, and innovation roadmaps related to smart public safety systems, urban digital transformation, and responsible AI implementation in Indonesia.
Group photo of speakers, organizers, and participants of the FGD organized by PPTIK ITB and ACM Bandung Chapter.
