Focus and Scope

 AIMS

The Journal of Islamic Law on Digital Economy and Business (JILDEB) aims to provide a leading platform for scholarly research that explores the intersection of Islamic law (Shariah) with the evolving landscapes of the digital economy and digital business. The journal seeks to foster critical analysis and discourse on how Islamic legal principles, theories, and methodologies apply to, and are shaped by, the transformations brought about by digital technologies. It welcomes contributions that address both theoretical and practical dimensions, offering insights for academics, practitioners, policymakers, and industry stakeholders..

 SCOPE

The journal's scope encompasses a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:

  • Foundational Principles of Islamic Law in the Digital Age: Examining the application and interpretation of Usul al-Fiqh, Maqasid al-Shariah, and other sources of Islamic law to novel issues arising in the digital sphere.
  • Digital Transformation of Economic Sectors: Analyzing the impact of digitalization on various sectors (e.g., finance, trade, agriculture, industry) from an Islamic legal perspective.
  • Islamic Finance and Technology (Fintech): Exploring Shariah-compliant applications of blockchain, cryptocurrencies, crowdfunding, peer-to-peer lending, and other fintech innovations.
    E-commerce and Online Transactions: Investigating the legal validity, ethical considerations, and regulatory frameworks governing online sales, contracts, and consumer protection in Islamic law.
  • Digital Business Models and Practices: Examining the compliance of emerging business models (e.g., the sharing economy, the platform economy) with Islamic legal principles.
  • Data Governance and Privacy: Addressing the Islamic legal dimensions of data ownership, protection, and ethical use in the digital environment.
  • Intellectual Property in the Digital Context: Analyzing issues related to copyright, trademarks, and patents in the digital age from an Islamic perspective.
  • Cybersecurity and Cybercrime: Exploring the Islamic legal framework for addressing cyber threats, online fraud, and other digital offenses.
  • Regulation and Policy: Examining the role of governments and regulatory bodies in shaping the digital economy and business in accordance with Islamic law.
  • Comparative Studies: Analyzing and comparing different approaches to regulating the digital economy and business in Muslim-majority countries and other contexts..
  • Evaluation of halal compliance frameworks in global markets.

The journal is committed to publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed research that contributes to the development of a Shariah-compliant digital economy and fosters ethical and sustainable business practices in the digital age.