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Fintech and Risk Literacy: Understanding User Awareness of Digital Financial Risks Afrizal Afrizal
Oikonomia : Journal of Management Economics and Accounting Vol. 3 No. 3 (2026): Oikonomia - May
Publisher : PT. Hafasy Dwi Nawasena

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61942/oikonomia.v3i3.585

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The rapid growth of financial technology (fintech) has transformed financial transactions while simultaneously introducing new risks such as digital fraud, data breaches, overspending, and financial vulnerability. This study aims to analyze how users understand digital financial risks based on their level of digital financial literacy and how this understanding influences their behavior in using fintech services. The research employs a quantitative explanatory design with data collected through an online questionnaire distributed to active fintech users. The data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM-PLS) to examine the relationships between digital financial literacy, risk perception, and fintech usage behavior. The findings reveal that digital financial literacy has a significant positive effect on risk perception and fintech usage behavior. Risk perception also significantly influences user behavior and partially mediates the relationship between literacy and behavior. These results indicate that users with higher literacy levels are more capable of recognizing risks and engaging in more responsible and informed financial practices. In conclusion, digital financial literacy plays a critical role in shaping users’ understanding of financial risks and promoting safer, more sustainable fintech usage.
THE INFLUENCE OF PROMOTION, WORD-OF MOUTH, AND BRAND IMAGE ON CONSUMER PURCHASE DECISIONS: A STUDY OF KOPI SOE MEDAN: Promotion, Word-of Mouth, Brand Image, Purchase Decisions, Coffe Shop Industry Carissa Emily Wijaya; Afrizal; Lisa Elianti Nasution
SOSIOEDUKASI Vol 15 No 2 (2026): SOSIOEDUKASI : JURNAL ILMIAH ILMU PENDIDIKAN DAN SOSIAL
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan Dan Ilmu Pendidikan Universaitas PGRI Banyuwangi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36526/sosioedukasi.v15i2.7902

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This study aims to analyze the influence of promotion, word of mouth, and brand image on consumer purchase decisions at Kopi Soe Medan. The research employs a quantitative approach using primary data collected through questionnaires distributed to 160 respondents. Data analysis is conducted using multiple linear regression with the assistance of statistical software, including classical assumption tests, t-tests, F-tests, and the coefficient of determination (R²). The results show that partially, promotion, word of mouth, and brand image each have a positive and significant effect on purchase decisions. Simultaneously, all independent variables also have a significant effect on purchase decisions, indicating that the model is statistically valid. Among the variables, brand image has the strongest influence, followed by word of mouth and promotion. The coefficient of determination indicates that the model explains a moderate proportion of the variation in purchase decisions, while the remaining variance is influenced by other factors. These findings suggest that strengthening brand image, optimizing promotional strategies, and encouraging positive word of mouth are essential for improving consumer purchase decisions. Therefore, an integrated marketing strategy is necessary for businesses to remain competitive in the coffee shop industry.
PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT MELALUI LITERASI INVESTASI AMAN DAN LEGAL Rieneke Ryke Kalalo; Afrizal Afrizal; Arief Fahmi Lubis; Nuryadin Nuryadin; Ainun Wulandari
Community Development Journal : Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 7 No. 4 (2026): Inpress Vol. 7 No. 4 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/cdj.v7i4.61016

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Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan literasi masyarakat mengenai investasi yang aman dan legal sebagai upaya mencegah risiko menjadi korban investasi ilegal. Pelaksanaan kegiatan dilakukan melalui penyampaian materi, diskusi interaktif, simulasi identifikasi investasi legal dan ilegal, pendampingan praktik pengecekan legalitas investasi, serta evaluasi menggunakan instrumen pre-test dan post-test. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pemahaman peserta terhadap konsep investasi yang aman, pentingnya aspek legalitas, serta kemampuan dalam mengidentifikasi berbagai bentuk penawaran investasi yang berisiko. Hasil Evaluasi juga menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pengetahuan peserta yang signifikan, ditunjukkan oleh peningkatan pada kategori pengetahuan baik dari 20% menjadi 75%, sedangkan kategori kurang menurun dari 50% menjadi 5%. Selain peningkatan aspek pengetahuan, peserta juga menunjukkan perubahan sikap menjadi lebih kritis terhadap berbagai penawaran investasi dan memiliki kemampuan yang lebih baik dalam memverifikasi legalitas produk investasi melalui sumber informasi resmi. Dengan demikian, kegiatan pengabdian ini terbukti efektif dalam memperkuat literasi investasi masyarakat serta mendorong terbentuknya perilaku investasi yang lebih aman, legal, dan bertanggung jawab.