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Future of Islamic finance in light of Blockchain and AI Integration on spotlight at Doha conference

The future of Islamic finance in light of the integration of blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) will be on the spotlight at the 11th Doha Islamic Finance Conference to be held on April 8. The conference under the theme ‘Integration of Blockchain and AI: The Future of Islamic Finance’ will be held under the patronage of HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani. Organised by Bait Al-Mashura Finance Consultations, the conference is supported by the official sponsorship of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), strategic partnership of Dukhan Bank, diamond sponsorship of General Directorate of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, and bronze sponsorship of the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC). Prof Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim al-Sulaiti, Chairman of the Organising Committee and Vice-Chairman of Bait Al-Mashura Finance Consultations, said: “Today, the world is witnessing the trajectory of a new revolution driven by the integration of blockchain and AI, adding complexity while opening broader horizons for more efficient, transparent, flexible, and sustainable solutions. “After decades of growth, leadership, development, and innovation, Islamic finance has established itself as one of the inspiring economic models capable of adapting to global changes. It has achieved a creative synergy between Shariah principles and financial innovation. With the emerging integration of blockchain and AI, Islamic finance stands at a historic crossroads, poised to develop a modern model for smart and sustainable Islamic finance, one that balances innovative technologies with the values of Islamic economics and enables it to compete in the digital financial world.”