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This study examines the impact of social media on consumer purchasing decisions in e-commerce. With advancements in information technology, social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook have evolved from mere promotional tools into essential means of building brand awareness and consumer trust. Social media facilitates direct interactions with consumers through visual content, customer reviews, and influencer collaborations, creating more personal and emotional shopping experiences. Additionally, features like TikTok Shop streamline promotion and purchasing processes on a single platform, offering new business opportunities. The study also highlights the role of testimonials, reviews, and influencer marketing in shaping purchasing decisions. Findings indicate that social media enhances brand awareness, fosters trust, and drives consumer loyalty, ultimately strengthening brand image in the digital marketplace.

Social conflicts in the oil palm plantation sector have become an increasingly prominent issue in various regions, with impacts that not only affect the relationship between parties, but also threaten and affect the sustainability of the industry, aspects of people's lives and the environment. Conflicts are often rooted in land disputes, dissatisfaction with compensation, and the environmental impacts of unsustainable plantation practices. This study aims to explore the impact of social conflicts on oil palm land expansion. It is hoped that this research can provide clear information about the relationship between social conflicts and oil palm land expansion, so that it can be used to find better solutions in managing and developing oil palm land in a more sustainable and equitable manner. The methods used are literature studies and literature reviews. Literature study is a research design used in collecting data sources related to topics. The collection of data sources for literature studies is carried out with a database search tool that is used as a stage to search for literature sources. The screening results from the journals that are appropriate and needed are 9 national articles. Based on the activities and journals, it was found and analyzed that the impact of social conflicts on the expansion of oil palm plantation land can have environmental, economic, and social impacts.

This article explores the role of the Nestorian Church in spreading Christianity throughout Asia and examines its possible presence in the Indonesian archipelago. Using a qualitative-historical approach and content analysis of primary and secondary sources, this study highlights the Nestorians' contributions in China since the 7th century, particularly in education and healthcare. While their presence in Indonesia remains debated, evidence such as activity in the port of Barus suggests they introduced Christianity through trade networks. However, their influence was curtailed by political shifts, the rise of Islam, and limited socio-political support. This study underscores the significance of the East Syrian tradition in shaping Asian Christian identity and calls for deeper inquiry into Nestorian traces in Southeast Asia. The article enriches the discourse on Asian Christian history by presenting a fresh perspective on cross-cultural faith transmission.

This research aims to examine the impact of QRIS (Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard) on students' shopping habits in the digital era, focusing on students at STIA Lancang Kuning Dumai. This study uses a qualitative approach with in-depth interviews and focus group discussions (FGD) to explore students' experiences and perceptions regarding QRIS use in their shopping activities. The findings indicate that QRIS has provided students with convenience, efficiency, and security in digital transactions, although some students face barriers related to technological literacy and network issues. QRIS has influenced shopping habits by encouraging more online shopping. These findings contribute to understanding the role of digital payment systems in changing students’ consumption behavior.

The use of gadgets among young children is increasing along with the development of technology. Gadgets have the potential to be a fun and useful learning tool if used appropriately. However, excessive use of gadgets has a negative impact, children who spend too much time with gadgets tend to lose interest in learning, such as reading books or participating in educational games. Additionally, their social interactions with peers and family may also be disrupted, ultimately affecting their social and emotional development. Student service to the community regarding the impact of gadget use on early childhood learning interest and the environment. It is carried out in one stage, namely the stage of providing material which aims to provide an understanding of how to use gadgets wisely so that they can still learn effectively while maintaining a balance with other activities that support their growth and development.

This study explores the impact of tourism on environmental health in the coastal tourist area of Ancol Beach, Jakarta. As a major tourist destination in North Jakarta, Ancol Beach has experienced significant growth in visitor numbers annually. While tourism in this area provides positive contributions such as boosting the local economy and creating employment opportunities, it also poses negative environmental impacts, particularly in terms of marine pollution and increased waste accumulation during peak tourist seasons. Using a qualitative approach, this research combines in- depth interviews and field observations to analyze these issues. The results indicate that, despite adequate waste management efforts, the surge in visitors creates challenges in maintaining environmental cleanliness and marine ecosystem health. Additionally, tourists' awareness of environmental responsibility tends to decline during high-traffic periods. This study recommends enhancing waste management facilities and intensifying environmental education to support sustainable tourism management at Ancol Beach.  

This study explores the impact of digital technology on state defense awareness among students of Universitas Pembangunan Nasional “Veteran” East Java. Through a quantitative survey involving 29 respondents, it was found that 62.1% of respondents consider state defense awareness very important, and 86.2% agree that digital technology makes it easier to access information related to state defense. However, 10.3% of respondents felt that technology has no significant effect on state defense awareness. These findings show that while digital technology has the potential to increase state defense awareness, challenges such as disinformation and low interest in state defense content still exist. This research recommends improving digital literacy and engaging campaigns to raise awareness among university students.

Oligopoly is a market structure controlled by a small number of companies that dominate market share. This research examines the impact of oligopoly on society and industrial growth, with a focus on economic, social and structural aspects. Economically, oligopoly can reduce price competition and lead to price regulation that is detrimental to consumers. Socially, this market structure can exacerbate economic inequality and limit the opportunities of small entrepreneurs. In terms of industrial growth, oligopoly can provide stability, but also reduce incentives for innovation. This research also discusses the role of government policies, such as antitrust regulations, in reducing the negative impacts of oligopolies.  This research will also discuss the role of government policy in regulating oligopolies to ensure that the negative impacts of this market structure can be minimized. Policies such as antitrust and price regulation need to be implemented to maintain a balance between industrial stability and societal welfare.

Trade liberalization has become an integral part of economic globalization, providing both opportunities and challenges for the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) sector in Indonesia. This study aims to analyze the impact of trade liberalization on MSMEs, including the opportunities it creates, the challenges faced, and the adaptive strategies that can be implemented. Using a qualitative approach based on literature reviews, this study explores various references related to the socio-economic impacts and policy implications for the MSME sector. The findings indicate that although trade liberalization opens broader market access and enhances innovation potential, MSMEs face significant challenges such as global competition, limited capital, and compliance with international quality standards. Therefore, inclusive policies and empowerment programs are essential to ensure MSMEs’ sustainability and equitable benefits from trade liberalization.

The Charismatic Movement is a spiritual phenomenon that has a significant impact on the lives of Christians, both theologically and socially. This article aims to explore the transformation of spirituality and the theological implications brought about by this movement, as well as its impact on society and culture. The Charismatic Movement emphasizes the active role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of Christians, introducing personal experiences with God through spiritual gifts such as healing, prophecy, and speaking in tongues. The theological implications of this movement include a new understanding of the Bible, the coming of Christ, and the mission of the church in the world. Socially and culturally, the Charismatic movement changed the structure of the church, increased congregational participation in social activities, and introduced changes in views on gender roles and religious education. The social impact of the Charismatic movement can be seen in the spread of more inclusive and dynamic spiritual values, which have an influence on church music and arts culture. The Charismatic Movement strengthens the belief that God is still actively working in the lives of His people through miracles and divine healing. This article shows that the Charismatic movement not only brought about changes in the way Christians live their faith, but also contributed to broader social changes in society, creating Christian communities that were more open, participatory, and relevant to the challenges of the times.

In essence, technology has become an inseparable part of children's lives today. However, inappropriate use of technology can impact their development. The technology that exists today has a big influence on the progress of a nation and for this reason the role of parents and educators must be to be able to encourage and provide control and supervision to children so that they do not become addicted to technology. because technology can expand knowledge through the internet and digital devices, increase creativity to be creative in developing skills and can facilitate learning. However, current technology can also have negative impacts, such as children becoming dependent and spending time in front of screens, social interactions and even children having more fun in front of the screen than playing in the surrounding environment. In today's sophisticated era, being free from gadgets is difficult. Because gadgets are a major need for children and parents, because they can be used to communicate and carry out other needs. The aim of this research is to describe or describe in full the impact of gadget use on the social behavior of young children. The method used in this research is a qualitative method that will allow us to explore and analyze more complex problems, understand the perspectives of various stakeholders, and gain a deeper understanding of the context of the influence of devices on a child. The research hopes that the results obtained can be used as a benchmark for parents and teachers in controlling children's use of technology.

Islamic education reached its peak during the Abbasid Dynasty, precisely from the eighth to the thirteenth centuries AD. This period is often referred to as the "Islamic Golden Age", during which Baghdad, the capital of the Abbasids, became the center of world knowledge and culture. The purpose of this study is to analyze the glory of Islamic education before the collapse of Baghdad, the factors that caused the collapse of Baghdad, and analyze the impact and efforts to revive Islamic education. The benefits of this article are expected to provide an in-depth understanding of the relationship between the collapse of the center of Islamic civilization and the decline of education, as well as provide relevant historical insights to rebuild the glory of Islamic education in modern times. The author uses a qualitative method with the type of library research, the main sources of data in this research are books and websites relevant to Islamic history, as well as scientific journal articles that discuss Islamic history from various perspectives, both published in national and international journals. The data obtained will be analyzed qualitatively with a descriptive approach to identify the main themes and gain a better understanding of the Decline of Islamic Education: An Analysis of the Impact of the Fall of Baghdad in 1258 AD. The fall of Baghdad in 1258 AD became one of the most tragic events in the history of Islamic civilization, especially in the field of education. The destruction of the city resulted in the loss of educational centers, such as Baitul Hikmah, as well as valuable manuscripts and scientific works. The disconnected scientific tradition and intellectual stagnation are a long-term impact felt by the Islamic world. After the fall of Baghdad, many scholars took an important role in efforts to revitalize Islamic education. They moved to new territories, bringing with them the science and scientific traditions of Baghdad.

This article examines how Indonesia's economic growth was affected by the global financial crisis brought on by the US subprime mortgage crisis. In addition to having an effect on Indonesia through trade and financial channels, this crisis led to a downturn in the demand for consumer spending, investment, and exports in developing nations. This decrease was a contributing factor to the drop in Indonesia's GDP. The research approach adopted is literature study with analysis of pertinent literature. In addition, this article also covers comments on the causes of the crisis from conventional and Islamic economic viewpoints, as well as the significance of market reform to prevent excessive speculation. The author highlights how using the concepts of Islamic finance can be beneficial enhance the domestic financial sector to increase its resilience to external shocks and avert future crises.

Fluktuasi nilai tukar rupiah dan valuta asing menghadirkan tantangan signifikan bagi stabilitas ekonomi Indonesia. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif berbasis studi pustaka guna menganalisis dampak perubahan nilai tukar terhadap ketahanan ekonomi nasional dengan. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa inflasi, suku bunga, cadangan devisa, dan arus modal asing memengaruhi nilai tukar rupiah secara signifikan. Bank Indonesia memainkan peran penting melalui kebijakan moneter, termasuk pengelolaan suku bunga dan intervensi di pasar valuta asing. Temuan ini menegaskan perlunya sinergi antara pemerintah dan lembaga keuangan dalam memperkuat ketahanan ekonomi, seperti melalui penguatan cadangan devisa dan diversifikasi sektor ekonomi. Penelitian ini menawarkan wawasan strategis bagi pembuat kebijakan untuk memitigasi dampak volatilitas nilai tukar terhadap perekonomian Indonesia.

The prolonged conflict between Israel and Palestine has caused suffering on both sides, even extending to the global level. As a humanitarian response, various countries including Indonesia have boycotted products affiliated with Israel. The boycott movement is a form of protest carried out collectively by the community to oppose certain actions, products, or policies that are considered detrimental. This research uses a normative juridical approach, by analyzing regulations such as MUI Fatwa No. 83 of 2023. The results show that the boycott of pro-Israel products has a significant social impact. Positively, it encourages the growth of local products and provides moral support for Palestine. However, there are negative impacts, such as a potential increase in unemployment due to a decrease in the activities of companies affiliated with Israel. The boycott movement also serves as humanitarian solidarity and a symbol of resistance to occupation, although it needs management to reduce the negative impact on domestic labor. The public is urged to support the boycott strategically with an eye on national employment. This step is part of the global struggle for Palestinian justice and independence.

Akuntansi Pemerintahan, sistem yang terstruktur untuk mengelola seluruh transaksi keuangan yang terjadi dalam entitas pemerintahan, mulai dari tingkat pusat hingga daerah. Proses ini melibatkan pencatatan, klasifikasi, agregasi, analisis dan pelaporan transaksi-transaksi tersebut. Meningkatnya perkembangan teknologi informasi telah membawa perubahan besar dalam bidang kehidupan, termasuk bidang akuntan publik. Memperkenalkan teknologi informasi ke dalam sistem akuntansi pemerintahan menghadirkan banyak manfaat dan tantangan. Teknologi informasi telah membuat akuntansi pemerintahan menjadi lebih efisien, akurat, transparan dan mudah dipahami. Hal ini pada akhirnya akan memberikan dampak positif bagi masyarakat karena pajak yang dibayarkan dapat dikelola dengan lebih baik. Teknologi informasi telah merevolusi cara pengelolaan keuangan pemerintah. Dengan menggunakan teknologi ini, kita dapat membangun pemerintahan yang lebih bersih, efisien dan lebih bermanfaat bagi rakyatnya. Salah satu penerapan teknologi informasi yang banyak digunakan oleh pemerintahan daerah maupun pusat yaitu sistem SAP ERP. Sistem SAP ERP adalah singkatan dari System Application and Product in Data Processing dan merupakan sistem informasi untuk mengintegrasikan berbagai proses bisnis dalam suatu perusahaan. Salah satu modul terpenting dari SAP ERP adalah modul Finance. Modul ini menyediakan berbagai fitur yang sangat berguna untuk pengelolaan keuangan perusahaan, seperti PT PLN. SAP ERP telah menjadi alat yang sangat penting bagi perusahaan seperti PT PLN untuk mengelola keuangannya secara efektif dan efisien. SAP ERP membantu perusahaan mencapai tujuan bisnis mereka dengan fungsionalitas komprehensif dan kemampuan integrasi tindak lanjut.

This study aims to analyze the impact of character education policies on student behavior in schools. Character education has become a priority in national education policy as an effort to form a generation that has integrity, responsibility, and tolerance. The method used in this study is a literature study, where data is collected from various literature, such as scientific journals, books, and relevant research reports. The results of the analysis show that the implementation of character education policies has a positive impact on student behavior, such as increasing discipline, honesty, and the ability to work together. However, the effectiveness of this policy is influenced by several factors, including the quality of implementation in schools, support from teachers and parents, and a conducive school environment. This study is expected to be a reference for policy makers and education practitioners in optimizing character education programs in schools.    

This study aims to analyze the tourist attraction of Lake Weekuri on the economy and social community of Moro Mandoyo Village. Lake Weekuri, located in Southwest Sumba Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, has become an increasingly popular tourist destination in recent years. The natural beauty and cultural richness of Lake Weekuri attracts both domestic and foreign tourists. This study uses a qualitative approach with interview, observation, and documentation study methods to collect data related to the impact of tourist visits on the local economy and social changes in the local community. The results of the analysis show that the existence of Lake Weekuri has a positive impact on the community's economy, especially in the tourism, trade, and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) sectors. The increase in the number of tourists has created new job opportunities, increased community income, and encouraged the development of local infrastructure. However, there are also challenges related to the management of tourist destinations that need to be considered to ensure the sustainability of these positive impacts. Socially, the development of the tourism sector has brought changes in people's lifestyles, both in cultural, social, and educational aspects. The people of Moro Mandoyo Village are increasingly open to changes and opportunities offered by tourism, but also face challenges in maintaining the sustainability of local culture and the balance between tradition and modernity. This study provides recommendations for more sustainable tourism management, which takes into account community needs and environmental conservation, so as to maximize economic and social benefits for the people of Moro Mandoyo Village.  

Abstract. Human Resource Management (HRM) is essential in today’s digital era to ensure that HR strategies meet the demands of the times. Business transformation driven by digital technology requires an understanding of how HRM responds to these changes and how it impacts employee dynamics. To create strategic initiatives that maximize the integration of technology and HRM, it is essential to understand the implications of technology integration on employee engagement and performance. In the context of the HRM paradigm, this study attempts to unravel the relationship between employee happiness, leadership competencies, and technology adoption. This study aims to explore the dynamics of digital transformation of Human Resource Management (HRM) in startups and examine its impact on employee engagement and performance. This study highlights the significant influence of technology on leadership skills development and the need for adaptive leadership in the digital era. The foundation of engagement is employee satisfaction, and higher levels of engagement are associated with improved organizational performance. These observations underscore the value of developing leadership skills, driving employee satisfaction, and leveraging technology, and provide useful suggestions for HRM practitioners in startups in Indonesia. This study serves as a basis for future research and improvement of HRM methods in different startup ecosystems in Indonesia, which prioritize employee welfare and organizational success in facing challenges in the digital era.

Inflation has an impact on income inequality and purchasing power in Indonesia. In recent years, Indonesians have increasingly felt significant economic pressure due to the continuous increase in the prices of goods and services.  This research aims to explore the underlying causes of inflation, control efforts, and its impact on people's purchasing power to comprehensively understand Indonesia's inflation dynamics. The method used in this research is a library research approach. Inflation not only affects the value of the currency, but also changes people's spending patterns and purchasing priorities. To overcome this problem, the government implements policies that support the improvement of people's purchasing power and income distribution. This research provides important insights into the interaction between inflation and people's economic conditions, as well as steps that can be taken to create a more stable economic environment.