Esports Becomes a Space for Financial Literacy Education for the Younger Generation

The esports ecosystem is now not only a space for the younger generation to develop competitive skills and digital talent, but is also beginning to be utilised as a platform for financial literacy education. In collaboration with the Indonesian National Police (Polri) and the Indonesian Esports Association (IESPA), PT Indo Premier Sekuritas (IPOT) successfully became a strategic partner in the Esports Kapolri Cup 2026 at Indonesia Arena GBK Senayan, held Saturday to Sunday, 8-9 August 2026. The Esports Kapolri Cup 2026 is not merely a commercial tournament or a one-off campaign, but rather a long-term national movement to fortify Indonesia’s digital talents with strong financial literacy. The event was held nationally in Jakarta with the main competition being Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB). President Director & CEO of PT Indo Premier Sekuritas, Moleonoto The, emphasised that the company’s involvement represents a vision to create a financially intelligent young generation from an early age. He noted that Generation Z and Generation Alpha are poised to become the main drivers of Indonesia’s digital economy in the future. “IPOT’s support for the Esports Kapolri Cup 2026 is not a one-time ceremonial programme, but a long-term national movement that integrates financial literacy directly into their digital lifestyle,” he stated. The move is considered relevant to the character and daily lives of the younger generation, who are increasingly immersed in the digital ecosystem. Technological developments have not only changed how young people communicate and seek entertainment, but have also driven changes in how they manage finances and access investments. The ease of opening and using investment platforms via applications has made financial instruments more accessible to younger age groups. The presence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology further enriches investment service features, from information presentation to analysis that can help users make decisions. This situation makes strengthening financial literacy increasingly important. Ease of access to financial products must be balanced with the ability to understand risks, formulate financial strategies, and make wise investment decisions. Therefore, esports can serve as a strategic space to embed financial education within digital activities that are already close to the lives of young people. “In the past, investing seemed complicated and required large capital. Now, simply through a smartphone app equipped with AI-based assistants and features like AI Analytics and Trade Flow on IPOT, anyone can start investing with affordable capital,” he said. He explained that AI Analytics simplifies financial reports, technical trends, and market news into easy-to-understand conclusions, such as Bullish, Neutral, or Bearish statuses. Meanwhile, Trade Flow functions to reveal the activity of major market players by analysing Smart Money movements, foreign investor transactions, and market aggressiveness levels to provide a clear picture of potential future stock price movements. Meanwhile, Vice Chief of the Indonesian National Police, Commissioner General Dedi Prasetyo, asserted that internet and digital penetration has changed the social landscape, especially for the younger generation. The digital space is no longer seen merely as a means of communication and entertainment, but has evolved into a platform for channelling creativity, honing competencies, and achieving accomplishments. “I hope this Esports Kapolri Cup 2026 competition will give birth to many creative, high-integrity, and globally competitive Indonesian digital talents,” he concluded.