US Dollar to Rupiah Exchange Rate Drops on Google: BI Site Could Not Be Accessed

Bittime - The exchange rate of the United States dollar (USD) against the Indonesian rupiah (IDR) suddenly showed different numbers on Google, displaying an exchange rate of 1 USD = Rp. 8,170.65 as of 09.17 WIB. 

This figure has dropped drastically from the range of Rp. 15,000 – Rp. 16,000 which was generally recorded in the last few days. However, this striking difference is not found in other search engines such as Bing. This difference caused a stir among X social media users with the topic "1 USD" trending. 

On the other hand, it is not yet known whether this is a data error or a system problem with Google's exchange rate information provider. However, at 19:21 WIB, the Bank Indonesia website could not be accessed and only showed "Can't reach this page."

Data Error or System Crash?

Indonesian society Those who rely on Google as a reference for looking for exchange rates were confused by this anomaly. Some speculation suggests that there may be an error in the data provider system used by Google, which often pulls information from various financial sources.

Meanwhile, Bank Indonesia, as the country's monetary authority, has not issued a statement regarding data fluctuations on Google. The exchange rate displayed by BI continues to show a stable figure, in line with movements in the global foreign exchange market.

Impact on Society and Market Players

Sudden changes in this data can cause confusion, especially for businesses that depend on real-time information for international transactions. 

Even though Google is not an official source of foreign exchange rates, many people use it as an initial reference before checking with official sources such as Bank Indonesia or commercial banks.

Conclusion

Until now, there has been no official confirmation from Google regarding the reasons behind the exchange rate differences that occurred. The public and market players are advised to always refer to official sources such as Bank Indonesia or trusted financial services before carrying out foreign exchange-based transactions.

This incident is a reminder that even though technology makes it easy to access financial information, it is important to always verify it on the official website to avoid mistakes in making financial decisions.

FAQ

Why is the USD to IDR exchange rate on Google different from other sources? 

Google takes data from various financial information providers. If there is an error or delay in updating from one of the sources, the figures displayed may differ from the official exchange rate.

Can the exchange rate on Google be used as a reference for transactions? 

Not recommended. The exchange rate on Google is only an initial reference, while for official transactions, it is best to use data from Bank Indonesia or commercial banks.

How to get an accurate USD to IDR exchange rate? 

You can check the official Bank Indonesia website, the bank where you make transactions, or a trusted financial platform that provides real-time data.

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Reference:

Google, Convert 1 USD to Rupiah, Accessed February 1, 2025
X, 1 USD, Accessed February 1, 2025