Analysis of the Impact of Digital Technology on Fishermen’s Income in Sumare Village, Mamuju Regency

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the impact of digital technology on fishermen’s income in Sumare Village, Mamuju Regency. The study employed a quantitative approach using a survey method with 30 respondents selected through purposive sampling. The research instrument consists of a questionnaire using a 1–5 Likert scale. Data analysis includes validity testing, reliability testing, descriptive statistics, and simple linear regression using SPSS. The validity test results indicate that all statement items are valid (calculated r > 0.30). The results of the simple linear regression analysis yielded the equation Y = 5.847 + 0.536X with a coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.368, meaning that digital technology contributes 36.8% to the increase in fishermen’s income. The t-test showed a calculated t-value (4.036) > table t-value (2.048) with a significance level of 0.000 < 0.05, thus accepting the hypothesis that there is a positive and significant effect of digital technology use on fishermen’s income in Sumare Village, Mamuju Regency.