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The Importance of AI, Ethics, and Governance: An Islamic Perspective

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way we live, trade, govern, and communicate. From healthcare and finance to education and security, AI systems are shaping decisions that affect millions of lives. While this technology offers immense opportunity, it also carries serious ethical responsibilities. From an Islamic perspective, AI is not merely a technological advancement […]

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The Waqf-Cooperative Hybrid: Patient Capital for Eternal Community Solidarity

I’ve just completed this paper for the American non-Muslim community. I currently sit on the board of Mutual Aid, led by my wonderful friend Stephanie Rearick (President), based in Madison, Wisconsin. https://mutualaidnetwork.org/team Stephanie and I met 12–13 years ago in Aotearoa New Zealand. She had been invited by the government because of her exceptional work

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Book chapter: The Halal-ESG Nexus: Building Ethical and Sustainable Value Chains

All glory belongs to my Creator—Allah (SWT). I am a co-author of what is likely the first book on the Islamic Circular Economy, the Halal ESG Handbook. My book chapter entitled: The Halal-ESG Nexus: Building Ethical and Sustainable Value Chains. This opportunity came only through Allah’s will. A respected professor—who was also my guest –

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Iqra Press registered

What a mammoth task—fighting against time to meet the 4pm deadline to register two new companies. I managed one: Iqra Press Ltd. The other—Ihsan Ilmi Limited—will be processed on Monday. But this one was especially important—Iqra Press Ltd—as I need to purchase barcodes and complete other requirements over the weekend, so that I can partner

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Episode Title: Introduction: Why the Sīra Matters in the 21st Century; Author: Dr. Safi Kaskas

Episode Title: Introduction: Why the Sīra Matters in the 21st CenturyGuest: Dr. Safi Kaskas All praise and gratitude belong to our Lord, Allah (SWT)—God alone. Without His will, none of this would be possible. I am truly overwhelmed with gratitude and joy. It is an honour beyond words that Shaykh Dr. Safi Kaskas has graciously agreed

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new podcast

Its coming out soon: The podcast with the most influential man in the waqf world

Mapping the global benchmark and shaping the future of Waqf for the Ummah. The Strategic Report on Awqaf 2024 – 2025 This conversation doesn’t just inform — it redraws the map. In this episode of Global Halal Shura Hub, we explore the Third Strategic Report on Awqaf (2024–2025) — the world’s most comprehensive global benchmark

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Top 10 Strongest Islamic Economies in the World 2025

Top 10 Strongest Islamic Economies in the World 2025 According to the latest DinarStandard ranking, Malaysia tops the list of the world’s strongest Islamic economies in 2025 with a score of 165.1—well ahead of the rest. Saudi Arabia comes second (100.9), followed by Indonesia (99.9), underlining Southeast Asia’s growing influence. The UAE (95.8) and Bahrain

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Our new host

  We are excited to introduce our new host, Lu’liyatul Mutmainah. She is a specialist in Halal & Islamic Social Finance research, a passionate Women’s Empowerment Advocate, and an Academic Leader in Waqf and Halal Innovation. You can learn more about her background in her full bio here: [Click here].

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