Not Just for Developers, Upbit Indonesia Says the Crypto Industry Needs Diverse Professional Talents

JAKARTA - The dynamics of the world of work in Indonesia are still facing challenges amid global economic uncertainty. Based on data from the Ministry of Manpower (Kemenaker), as many as 23,470 workers experienced job termination (PHK) throughout January to May 2026. This condition encourages many professionals to start considering new career directions while improving their competencies to remain relevant in the midst of changing industry needs.

In the midst of these changes, the development of digital technology actually presents new opportunities. As the blockchain and digital asset industries in Indonesia continue to grow, the increasing need for talent with various skills, ranging from technology, compliance, risk management, marketing, to business development, opens up alternative career paths for professionals who want to adapt to changes in the world of work.

Resna Raniadi, CEO of Upbit Indonesia, said that the current changing industry landscape is an opportunity for professionals to start developing new competencies that are relevant to future needs.

"Digital transformation has significantly changed the needs of the world of work. Currently, companies are not only looking for talents who have technical skills, but also individuals who are able to adapt, think critically, and understand the development of new technologies such as blockchain and digital assets," he said in a written statement, Monday, July 13.

According to him, as the regulation of digital financial assets in Indonesia matures, the need for talent in the fields of compliance, governance, risk management, and consumer protection also continues to increase. This shows that the crypto industry is not only developing in terms of technology, but also increasingly requires professionals with experience from conventional sectors.

"Many people still think that the crypto industry only needs developers. In fact, we also need professionals in the fields of compliance, audit, legal, finance, marketing, and customer experience. In fact, the experience gained from other industries is often a very relevant added value," he added.

Resna explained that the capabilities that traditional industry professionals have basically can be applied in the digital asset ecosystem. Experience in managing risks, understanding regulations, building relationships with customers, and developing business strategies remain the competencies needed, only applied to different and evolving industries.

However, he emphasized that entering the blockchain industry is not enough to rely on previous work experience. Professionals also need to continue to improve their competencies through the upskilling process and continuous learning in order to be able to keep up with the very fast technological developments.

"Blockchain, Web3, and digital assets are very dynamic industries. Therefore, the willingness to continue to learn is one of the most important factors. With the increasing availability of education, community, and training access today, anyone has the opportunity to prepare themselves and build a career in this industry," explained Resna.

As one of the licensed digital financial asset traders under the supervision of the Financial Services Authority (OJK), Upbit Indonesia believes that healthy industry growth must be accompanied by an increase in human resource quality. Therefore, the company consistently presents various educational programs through seminars, workshops, campus roadshows, and collaborations with universities and communities in various cities in Indonesia.

"Industry changes do present challenges, but also open up new opportunities. We believe Indonesia has many talents who are able to contribute to the development of the blockchain ecosystem if supported with access to the right education and competence development. Through various educational initiatives, Upbit Indonesia will continue to support the birth of digital talents who are ready to meet the needs of the industry in the future," concluded Resna.