<![CDATA[The currencies used by humans to transact change. Initially relying on barter, then using dinars and dirhams, changing to using cash, to the latest update to Electronic Money or e-money, originating from the human mind that continues innovating with technological advances to facilitate activities and life. E-money offers practicality in transactions. Its significant influence on society and the economy of a country, especially Indonesia, raises the need to solve problems related to Sharia views on e-money. Islamic law is a rule/regulation that prioritises the benefit of humankind. This research answers questions related to the suitability of electronic money with the concept of maqāṣid al-sharī’ah al-Syatibi. This research uses qualitative research. The data source comes from the literature examining al-Syatibi's maqāṣid al-sharī’ah and electronic money, with data collection techniques that take objects from documents. In this research, the documents are in the form of al-Muwāfaqāt fi uṣul al-shari’ah, Bank Indonesia Regulation number 16/8/PBI/2014, and DSN-MUI fatwa number 116/DSN-MUI/IX/2017. The e-money concept follows the principle of hifẓu al-māl/safeguarding property and the maintenance of property at the al-hājiyat level. Because e-money facilitates human transactions, it does not interfere with life even if it is not fulfilled. However, it can complicate the efficiency of activities if not used. E-money follows the relevant fikih muamalah contracts and is free from forbidden elements, namely maysir/gambling, gharar, and usury. On the other hand, unregistered electronic money does not fulfil the principle of hifẓu al-māl, so it can cause harm when used.]]>
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