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This research aimed to examine the influence of service quality and System Information Assurance (SIA) on the interest in using digital wallets among Accounting students at Politeknik Negeri Lampung. A purposive sampling method was employed, with a sample of 102 respondents selected through the distribution of questionnaires to Accounting students at the institution. The study focused on understanding how service quality and the assurance of system information (SIA) impacted the adoption and usage of digital wallets, which are increasingly popular in modern financial transactions. The data was analyzed using IBM SPSS version 26, employing statistical tests to determine the strength and significance of the relationship between these variables. The results of the analysis indicate that both service quality and SIA significantly influence students’ interest in using digital wallets. Specifically, the study found that better service quality and higher assurance of system security contribute positively to the students’ trust and interest in utilizing digital wallet applications. These findings suggest that financial service providers should prioritize improving service quality and strengthening system security measures to attract younger users, especially in academic settings where digital wallet usage is becoming more prevalent. Additionally, this research emphasizes the importance of understanding the factors that drive digital wallet adoption, particularly in the context of higher education students, who are key early adopters of digital payment solutions. The study’s findings offer valuable insights for digital wallet providers, educators, and policymakers in shaping strategies to enhance the acceptance and use of digital wallets among students in academic environments.

The aim of this research is to develop and implement an application called APTAQU, designed to assist students with disabilities, especially those with hearing impairments, at Pesantren Tunarungu ABATA Temanggung in learning the interpretation of the Qur'an (tafsir). This application is developed to address the specific needs of hearing-impaired students, allowing them to access Qur'anic interpretation learning independently and effectively. The research employs a qualitative method, involving students and pesantren mentors actively in each stage, including planning, training, evaluation, and refinement of the application, to ensure that it meets the needs and abilities of the users. The application development process involves direct input from students and mentors, ensuring that the resulting application is truly relevant to their needs. During the development and implementation phases, students were trained to optimize the use of the application. The results of this community service show that the APTAQU application can improve accessibility for hearing-impaired students in understanding the interpretation of the Qur'an, an area that had previously been a major barrier in their learning. Interactive features such as sign language, audio-visual content, screen readers, and voice instructions have proven to help overcome communication barriers present in conventional media that were not inclusive. Moreover, the use of this application has also increased the involvement of students in religious education, particularly in understanding the Qur'anic interpretation. They are now more actively engaged in the learning process and can better comprehend the tafsir material. However, the application still requires further development to become more inclusive and user-friendly for all students, both with and without disabilities. This research contributes significantly to creating a more inclusive and accessible education for people with disabilities, especially in religious education, and serves as a starting point for addressing educational access disparities for them.

This study was conducted at Bio Live Healthy Home, located in Sei Bamban District, Serdang Bedagai Regency. The primary objective of this research is to determine how lifestyle, reference groups, and consumer attitudes influence the decision to use services offered by the institution. In a rapidly growing health and wellness industry, understanding consumer behavior is essential to improve service quality and increase customer engagement. To achieve the research objectives, the study employed a survey method with a quantitative approach. The target population consisted of service users, and a sample of 92 respondents was selected. Data collection was carried out through a combination of observation, interviews, documentation, and the distribution of structured questionnaires. The questionnaire was designed to capture variables related to lifestyle, reference groups, attitudes, and service usage decisions. Before conducting the main analysis, the data were tested for validity and reliability to ensure that the instrument accurately measured what it intended to measure. Furthermore, classical assumption tests, including normality, multicollinearity, and heteroscedasticity tests, were conducted to confirm the feasibility of using a multiple linear regression model. The analysis was performed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software. The results of the study revealed that lifestyle, reference groups, and attitudes each had a significant and positive influence on the decision to use services at Bio Live Healthy Home. This indicates that individuals with health-conscious lifestyles, influenced by their social environment and holding positive attitudes toward wellness services, are more likely to engage with the services offered. Moreover, these three factors collectively contributed to a meaningful explanation of the variation in consumer decisions. In conclusion, the findings highlight the importance for service providers to consider psychological and social factors when designing marketing strategies.

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Denpasar City have a strategic role in the regional economy, particularly through job creation and contributions to local income. Despite their potential, many MSMEs still encounter challenges in financial management, which can hinder their development and sustainability. The emergence of information technology offers solutions, including cloud-based accounting systems that provide convenience, efficiency, flexibility, and accessibility—features that are especially beneficial for small business actors. This study aims to explore the factors that influence MSMEs’ interest in adopting cloud accounting systems in Denpasar City. The research uses a quantitative method with a survey approach involving MSME actors who currently use or have the potential to use cloud accounting. The independent variables in this study include personal ability, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and perceived data security risk, while the dependent variable is the interest in using cloud accounting systems. The data were analyzed using multiple linear regression to determine the effect of each factor on the dependent variable. The results show that personal ability, perceived ease of use, and perceived usefulness have a positive and significant influence on MSMEs’ interest in adopting cloud accounting systems. In contrast, perceived security risk has a negative and significant effect, indicating that concerns about data privacy and cyber threats may hinder the adoption of this technology. The findings of this study contribute to the understanding of technology acceptance among MSMEs and highlight the importance of strengthening digital competencies, improving user-friendly system design, and enhancing cybersecurity measures. These insights are expected to support government and developers in formulating appropriate strategies to accelerate digital transformation within the MSME sector, especially in the context of financial technology. The implementation of such strategies can improve business performance and competitiveness among MSMEs in Denpasar and beyond.

This service program aims to provide mentoring to students of SMK Negeri 3 Sorong through the utilization of mobile learning technology using the Thunkable application. Thunkable is a drag-and-drop-based platform that allows users to design interactive mobile applications without complex programming. The mentoring program was designed to enhance students’ digital literacy, foster creativity, and strengthen their understanding of subject materials through the development of self-made interactive media. The method employed in this activity involved a participatory approach, including workshops, technical guidance, and learning outcome evaluations. The results showed that students were able to develop simple applications tailored to their learning needs and demonstrated increased motivation and independence in the learning process. Furthermore, students gained hands-on experience in designing and implementing technology in practical contexts. This approach has proven effective in bridging the gap between the school curriculum and the technological skills required in today’s workforce. Therefore, using Thunkable as a mobile learning tool presents an innovative alternative in vocational education and training.

This training activity on application development using the Thunkable platform was designed to enhance digital literacy, logical thinking skills, and strengthen the character of adolescents through a Project-Based Learning (PjBL) approach. In today’s digital age, digital literacy is an essential competency, and equipping young people with the ability to create meaningful technology empowers them to be not just users but also creators of impactful digital solutions. The training took place on May 17, 2025, at a member’s house from the GKI Kasih congregation in Perumnas, Sorong. It was attended by 20 participants aged between 12 and 17 years. The choice of a familiar and friendly setting was intended to create a comfortable and collaborative learning environment. The training materials were structured step-by-step, starting with an introduction to the Thunkable platform, user interface (UI) design, navigation logic development using visual block programming, and culminating in group presentations and reflections on the final projects. The project theme chosen for the training was "Prophets as Role Models," aimed at integrating spiritual values and character development into an educational digital application. Through this project, participants not only gained technical skills but also reflected on the moral and inspirational values of prophetic figures in the Christian faith. Evaluation results showed that the training had a significant positive impact. Participants demonstrated increased understanding of app development concepts, were able to explain their project workflows and features, and showed high levels of enthusiasm and creativity throughout the process. Furthermore, character values such as teamwork, responsibility, and a strong learning spirit were fostered. This initiative serves as a concrete example of how technology-based education can be effectively combined with character formation. It also provides a replicable training model for other communities, particularly for church-based youth development programs that aim to nurture digitally literate and morally grounded future generations.

This study focuses on the development of an interactive web-based learning platform for Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) control systems, aimed at addressing the conceptual challenges faced by electrical engineering students when learning PID through conventional teaching methods. Despite its foundational role in control theory, PID remains difficult to grasp without practical visualization and hands-on experimentation. To bridge this gap, the research introduces a practical and accessible platform that enhances conceptual understanding through real-time simulations and physical interaction. The proposed system integrates key hardware components including an ESP-32 microcontroller, DC motor, rotary encoder, BTS 7960 motor driver, and I2C LCD. The platform’s web interface is built using HTML, Tailwind CSS, and JavaScript, enabling intuitive user interaction. Motor response data is captured via the ESP-32 and transmitted to the web interface using the WebSocket protocol, allowing users to instantly visualize system behavior as PID parameters (Kp, Ki, Kd) are adjusted. This dynamic feedback mechanism enables students to observe changes in system characteristics such as rise time, overshoot, and settling time in real time. To evaluate the platform’s feasibility, practicality, and educational effectiveness, beta testing was conducted among electrical engineering students using Likert-scale questionnaires. The results demonstrated that users were able to successfully interpret the impact of PID tuning on system performance. The average evaluation score reached 75.13%, indicating strong agreement regarding the platform’s educational value and its effectiveness in enhancing learning outcomes. In conclusion, the study affirms that the developed web-based platform offers a feasible, engaging, and pedagogically effective alternative to traditional learning approaches. By combining interactive simulations with physical experimentation, the platform significantly improves students’ understanding of PID control systems.

Advances in information technology-based financial services are beginning to follow suit, in the form of peer-to-peer lending, which provides easy access to loans without the need for conventional financial institutions. However, this convenience brings new challenges, particularly regarding the protection of users' personal data. Many platform providers access excessive amounts of sensitive information, such as contacts, photos, and other personal data, which can be misused to the detriment of borrowers. Therefore, this study aims to identify and analyze regulations related to personal data protection, particularly in the field of peer-to-peer lending services in Indonesia. It also analyzes the role of financial institutions, namely the Financial Services Authority (OJK), in addressing potential violations committed by platform providers. Using a normative legal approach, the study shows that despite the existence of these regulations, implementation in the field is suboptimal, particularly in terms of monitoring illegal platforms. Furthermore, challenges to oversight include limited resources and a lack of digital literacy among the public, which results in many users not fully understanding the risks of sharing their personal data. This study also highlights the importance of collaboration between the OJK, the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, and law enforcement agencies to strengthen oversight mechanisms and take action against violations. In addition, extensive public education regarding personal data security is needed to encourage greater vigilance in using digital services. Personal data protection must be a top priority in the development of financial technology to prevent privacy violations. Strict regulations and effective sanctions are expected to provide a deterrent effect and create a healthy and equitable fintech ecosystem in Indonesia. This study also recommends that the government accelerate harmonization between the Personal Data Protection Law (PDP Law) and financial services sector regulations, particularly regarding service providers' transparency obligations in managing consumer data.  

The problem in this research is formulated into three main questions: (1) How to develop "PAPIN" (Smart Board) learning media on ethnic and cultural diversity for Grade IV students at SD Negeri 101767 Tembung? (2) How to validate the "PAPIN" learning media to ensure its appropriateness and quality for use in the classroom? (3) How effective is the use of the "PAPIN" (Smart Board) learning media in improving students' understanding of ethnic and cultural diversity in a primary school setting? The main objectives of this research are: (1) To develop feasible and relevant "PAPIN" learning media that supports the learning of ethnic and cultural diversity in accordance with the needs of Grade IV students at SD Negeri 101767 Tembung. (2) To produce a practical and user-friendly digital learning tool that can be integrated into classroom activities. (3) To evaluate the effectiveness of the media in improving learning outcomes, particularly students' knowledge, engagement, and appreciation of cultural diversity. This research adopts the 4D (Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate) development model, a systematic method for creating and validating educational products. The research subjects are fourth-grade students from SD Negeri 101767 Tembung, selected as they represent the target users of the media. Data were collected through classroom observations, documentation, expert validation sheets, student response questionnaires, and evaluation instruments to measure the learning outcomes. The findings of this research are expected to contribute to the development of innovative, technology-based instructional tools in elementary education, particularly in promoting multicultural awareness and inclusive learning environments.

This study aims to explore the behavioral dynamics of Generation Z (Gen Z) toward digital culinary brands on TikTok, a platform increasingly central to youth consumer engagement. The research investigates how Gen Z interacts with, interprets, and forms relationships with culinary content in a digital environment shaped by algorithmic trends and participatory culture. Employing a qualitative phenomenological approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews with 12 Gen Z participants aged 18–24 years who actively engage with culinary brand content on TikTok. Additional data were obtained from observational analysis of brand-related content and user interactions on the platform. Thematic analysis revealed three core themes: emotional engagement with sensory-rich food content, digital consumption as identity performance, and expectations of brand authenticity and interactivity. Participants expressed strong affective responses to visually appealing and immersive content, linked their brand preferences to personal values and social identity, and favored brands that demonstrated responsiveness, humor, and human-like interaction. These findings highlight the role of TikTok not only as a marketing tool but as a cultural space where brand perception and loyalty are socially constructed. This study contributes to the theoretical understanding of consumer engagement by situating Gen Z’s behavior within a sociocultural and digital framework. Practically, it offers insights for culinary brands to develop more authentic, interactive, and value-driven content strategies. The findings also suggest implications for digital marketing policies and content regulation. Future research is recommended to explore cross-platform behaviors and cultural variations in digital brand engagement.

The rapid advancement of information technology demands higher education graduates to possess strong digital competencies, particularly algorithmic literacy. This form of literacy involves understanding data structures, programming logic, and computational thinking in problem-solving. This community service program aimed to strengthen algorithmic literacy among students as a foundational skill for building a professional career in the field of information technology. Conducted at the Information Technology Study Program of Universitas ‘Aisyiyah Yogyakarta, the program included need assessment, instructional material development, interactive training sessions, case-based group work, and evaluation through student presentations. The results showed significant improvement in students’ understanding of algorithms and their ability to design efficient and systematic solutions. By applying a problem-based and collaborative learning approach, students also developed essential 21st-century skills such as communication and teamwork. The case presentation-based evaluation provided comprehensive insights into their critical and logical thinking abilities. This program successfully contributed to preparing students not only as technology users but also as future innovators in the digital era.

Drug abuse is a complex and evolving legal problem in Indonesia. Law Number 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics strictly regulates provisions for drug users, both in terms of criminal penalties and rehabilitation. In practice, drug users are often treated as criminals and sentenced to imprisonment, although normatively the law also provides opportunities for rehabilitation as a form of protection and recovery. This study aims to examine the legal provisions for drug users from a legal perspective, analyze the role of Legal Aid Institutions (LBH) in handling drug abuse cases, and identify obstacles faced in implementing such legal assistance. The methods used are normative legal and sociological legal approaches, with data collection techniques through literature and documentation. The results of the study indicate that drug users should have access to rehabilitation, not just punishment. LBH plays a crucial role in providing legal assistance and advocating for the implementation of restorative justice. However, several obstacles remain, such as limited resources, a lack of understanding among law enforcement officials, and public stigma. Joint efforts are needed between the government, LBH, and the community to realize fair legal protection for drug users.  

In the era of data-driven digital commerce, Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based product personalization has become a key strategy to enhance user experience and foster customer loyalty. However, in the Indonesian e-commerce landscape, there remains a lack of empirical understanding of how personalization systems influence long-term user engagement. This study investigates the impact of AI-driven product personalization on customer loyalty among Indonesian e-commerce users. Employing a mixed-methods approach, quantitative data were collected through an online survey of 150 active users, and qualitative insights were obtained from in-depth interviews with six informants. Statistical analysis using simple linear regression revealed that personalization significantly influences customer loyalty, with a beta coefficient of 0.653 (t = 8.241, p < 0.001) and an R² value of 0.567. Qualitative findings highlight user concerns over recommendation accuracy, interface overload, and repetitive suggestions, which affect emotional satisfaction and platform attachment. This research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on AI adoption in e-commerce by integrating behavioral and technological dimensions of loyalty formation. It also offers practical implications for designing more context-sensitive personalization systems that prioritize not only algorithmic precision but also user control and experience quality.

In the era of rapid digitalization, the utilization of information technology in human resource management has become increasingly essential. This study examines the implementation of the Mekari Talenta digital attendance system in managing employee attendance administration at PT Hutama Marga Waskita. The objective of this research is to understand the extent of the system's application within the company, identify challenges encountered during its implementation, and explore the strategies employed to overcome these obstacles. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, involving both primary and secondary sources to gain a comprehensive understanding. The findings reveal that the transition from manual to digital attendance systems presents several challenges, including user negligence in recording attendance, an organizational culture that is not yet fully adaptive to digital systems, and the absence of automatic reminder features. Despite these challenges, the system offers significant benefits such as expediting attendance recap processes, integration with payroll, and providing flexible access to attendance through mobile devices. This research contributes to the existing literature on digital attendance management and provides recommendations for optimizing the use of digital attendance systems in modern workplaces.  

Community Service Activities were carried out in Mojosarirejo Village, Kemlagi District, Mojokerto Regency with the target of providing an understanding of Optimizing the Role of Community Participation in making Mojosarirejo Village Drug Free. Implementation of community service in Mojosarirejo Village with the main aim of providing education and literacy to the community about the dangers of drugs, as well as their bad effects on the human body, as well as criminal charges against users and dealers. This theme was chosen because drug trafficking in Mojosarirejo Village is very worrying. The circulation is massive and organized so that many village teenagers become drug users. The increasing distribution and use of drugs also has an impact on increasing crime rates. Preventive efforts in the form of early prevention need to be strengthened by involving the active participation of village communities, so that the space for drug trafficking can be narrowed. With the knowledge gained, the public can recognize and take preventive steps. Saving the younger generation from the influence of drugs is a form of effort to protect the nation's generation. The socialization carried out in Mojosarirejo Village, Kemlagi District, Mojokerto Regency, involved all elements of Village institutions, Youth Elements, Religious Leaders to work together and unite to eradicate drug trafficking.

Reliable internet connectivity is a crucial element in supporting work effectiveness at the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) in Central Lombok. However, users of the internal WiFi network have reported various issues, including inconsistent speed and weak signal stability. This study aims to analyze user satisfaction with the WiFi network services using the Servqual method, which assesses service quality based on five dimensions: tangibles, reliability, responsiveness, assurance, and empathy. A quantitative approach was employed by distributing questionnaires to employees and staff who utilize the network. Data analysis was conducted by measuring the gap between users’ expectations and their perceptions of the service quality. The results show that most dimensions experienced a negative gap, particularly responsiveness (-0.47) and tangibles (-0.40), indicating inadequate response speed and suboptimal infrastructure conditions. Conversely, assurance (+0.40) and empathy (+0.27) showed positive gaps, reflecting users’ trust in the competence of IT staff and their perceived attentiveness. These findings highlight the need for technical evaluations, infrastructure improvements, and capacity building of human resources through regular training. This research contributes to the understanding of information technology service quality in the public sector and provides a foundation for strategic decision-making to enhance digital services. Moreover, the study encourages further research using mixed methods to gain a more comprehensive understanding of user satisfaction with WiFi services in government institutions.

The development of information technology has encouraged university libraries to innovate in disseminating information more effectively. Institutional repositories are present as one of the information repackaging products that aim to collect, manage, and disseminate scientific works of academicians in digital form. Repositories can be viewed as valuable assets of an institution that function as a means to improve the reputation of the institution. This study was implemented through a quantitative approach with a descriptive method. This approach was chosen to provide a systematic, factual, and accurate picture of the effectiveness of the directory as an information repackaging product at the Padang State University Library. The results of the study indicate that the use of information repackaging is in the high category in terms of reasons for use, interaction, and results felt by users, although there are still challenges in the completeness and personalization of content. This study recommends the need for continuous evaluation, development of more diverse information formats, and increasing librarian competence in understanding user needs so that the repository can function optimally as a medium for disseminating information and supporting the position of the institution.

This study aims to conduct customer segmentation and develop a classification model to predict the clusters of new customers at Monex Toys Abadi Bekasi, a micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME). Segmentation was performed using the K-Means Clustering algorithm, incorporating parameters such as Recency, Frequency, Monetary (RFM), purchased products, payment methods, shipping cost discounts, and the total number of products purchased by customers. The segmentation results revealed two clusters: (1) Discount Hunters and (2) Loyal Customers. Subsequently, a classification process was conducted to predict customer clusters using the K-Nearest Neighbor (KNN) and Support Vector Machine (SVM) algorithms. Evaluation results indicated that all models achieved high accuracy exceeding 98%. The best-performing model was obtained with SVM using a 70:30 data split, achieving an accuracy of 98.81%. This classification model was then implemented into a Streamlit-based cluster prediction application, enabling users to identify customer segments in real-time. The findings of this research are expected to assist MSMEs in understanding customer behavior, enhancing service quality, and supporting more effective marketing strategies.

The digitalization of cultural preservation through education is crucial in the digital era. The Betawi Cultural Community, Sanggar Bale Bambu in Depok, West Java, faces challenges in introducing Betawi culture to the public, particularly in the documentation and management of cultural services. Although many studies on cultural digitalization exist, few educational applications directly collaborate with cultural communities and support cultural services. This study aims to design the User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) of a mobile application as a learning medium for Betawi culture and cultural services, beginning with user needs identification to minimize development errors. The method used is Design Thinking, which emphasizes empathetic understanding of user needs and produces innovative solutions. The research process includes problem formulation, empathy, ideation, responsive prototyping using Figma, and qualitative Usability Testing. The result is an application Prototype with six main educational features: pencak silat, ondel-ondel, Betawi music, Betawi accessories, lenong, and palang pintu. Testing showed that the application is easy to use, informative, and effective as a digital medium for introducing Betawi culture. Further research can continue with in-depth quantitative Testing, back-end integration, and broader user Testing for additional validation.

This study aims to analyze the use of Google Translate in translating Arabic text into Indonesian. The aim is to examine translation accuracy, precision, and the relationship between translation and meaning. A descriptive qualitative method was used to explore the phenomenon in its specific context. Data were taken from classical and modern Arabic texts. The findings show that although Google Translate has seen improvements, it still faces some challenges. These include word-for-word translation, lack of understanding of cultural context, and gender terminology issues. While Google Translate can be a useful tool, it cannot completely replace human translators, especially in translating adverbs and complex grammatical structures. This research emphasizes the importance of translation quality and the role of digital tools in translation. By learning to use these tools effectively, users can improve their translation skills and enhance their ability to communicate across languages. Thus, while machine translation offers convenience and speed, human insight remains essential to achieve nuance, clarity and contextually appropriate meaning in Arabic-Indonesian translation.