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Algorand Blockchain Network Now Certified for Sharia Compliant Financing
The Algorand Foundation announced that its blockchain network has now been certified as Sharia compliant for the inclusion of Islamic financial markets.
Malaysia’s Securities Commission Legalizes Digital Asset and Crypto Trading
Malaysia’s Securities Commission, which is responsible for overseeing compliance with Islamic laws in finance, has allowed trading of digital assets.
Indonesian Religious Group Nahdlatul Ulama in East Java tagged crypto as Haram
A religious Islamic organization in Indonesia, Nahdlatul Ulama in East Java, has issued a fatwa on the status of digital currencies under the Sharia Law saying the new digital assets are "haram" which means forbidden in Islam.
Indonesian Scholarly Body Majelis Ulama Indonesia (MUI) Says Crypto as Commodity or Digital Asset is Haram
The Ulema Council (MUI) has spoken against the engagement with digital currencies for Muslims in Indonesia, saying the nascent asset class is haram.
Islamic Coin Launches Community Rewards on Haqq Network
Islamic Coin announces a Community Rewards program to appreciate and engage its community. The #ISLM Rewards, launched on October 11, 2023, comprises three waves targeting different engagement levels and community segments. The initiative aims at fostering a Shariah-compliant Web3 financial ecosystem, with the first distribution of rewards commencing on October 11, 2023. The program, however, excludes Dubai residents from participating.
R3 Partners with Dubai Fintech Firm to Revolutionize the Sukuk Market
Enterprise software firm R3 recently entered into a strategic partnership with a Dubai-based fintech firm, Wethaq. The partnership aims to bring together a platform for issuing and trading Sukuk securities by utilizing R3 Corda’s blockchain.
Are You Ready for Halal Cryptocurrency?
Recently, many cryptocurrencies are being introduced to serve different purposes. This time round, halal cryptocurrency is soon coming. But are you ready for it?