Journal of Innovative and Creativity
Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025)

Integrating Maqāṣid Al-Sharīʿah Into Islamic Fintech: An Ethical Framework For Sustainable Digital Finance in the Era Of Industry 4.0

Kamaruddin, Andi Martina (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
21 Nov 2025

Abstract

The rapid expansion of financial technology (fintech) in the Fourth Industrial Revolution and Society 5.0 era has fundamentally reshaped the global financial ecosystem, including the Islamic finance sector. As digital innovation enhances inclusivity and efficiency, it also introduces ethical and legal challenges to Sharia compliance. This study explores the integration of maqāṣid al-sharīʿah—the higher objectives of Islamic law—into the development of Sharia-compliant fintech in Indonesia. Using a qualitative library-based approach, the paper analyzes classical and contemporary Islamic scholarship, regulatory frameworks of the Financial Services Authority (OJK) and the National Sharia Council (DSN-MUI), and current technological innovations such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and QRIS Syariah. The findings reveal that the five core objectives of maqāṣid—ḥifẓ al-dīn (protection of religion), ḥifẓ al-nafs (life), ḥifẓ al-ʿaql(intellect), ḥifẓ al-nasl (progeny), and ḥifẓ al-māl (wealth)—serve as a normative and ethical compass for shaping digital finance grounded in justice, transparency, and social welfare. The study proposes a conceptual framework linking Sharia principles, digital ethics, and technological innovation, ensuring that fintech not only advances economic efficiency but also embodies moral and spiritual well-being in line with maqāṣid al-sharīʿah.

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Abbrev

joecy

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Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Social Sciences Other

Description

Journal of Innovative and Creatifity (JOECY) publishes research articles in the field of education which report empirical research on topics that are significant across educational contexts, in terms of design and findings. The topic could be in curriculum, teaching learning, evaluation, quality ...