Exploring the Role of Smart Technology in the Social and Economic Transformation of Muslims

Abstract

This study aims to explore how smart technologies, such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and digital platforms, play a role in supporting the social and economic transformation of Muslims. Using an exploratory qualitative approach, data was collected through literature review and interviews with several expert informants. The results show that smart technologies open wider access to Islamic information, encourage the growth of a sharia-compliant digital economy, and strengthen the community's social networks through virtual communities. However, the use of these technologies also faces ethical challenges and requires the integration of Islamic values, particularly the maqasid sharia, into their development. This study recommends collaboration between stakeholders to ensure that the community's digital transformation is fair, ethical, and sustainable.