Cyber Laws and Islamic Perspectives on Digital Ethics

Abstract

This paper examines the intersection between cyber laws and Islamic perspectives on digital ethics. It analyzes how global and regional legal frameworks address digital threats while incorporating Shariah-based principles such as privacy, harm prevention, and public interest. By reviewing cyber regulations in countries such as Malaysia and Indonesia, alongside Islamic jurisprudential responses to issues like cyber-sectarian conflict and online exploitation of women, the study identifies key areas of convergence and gaps. Core Islamic concepts—including maqasid al-shari‘ah, ijtihad, and amanah—are applied to emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and social media platforms. Case studies from Muslim-majority contexts illustrate practical implementations, while challenges such as enforcement limitations and cultural differences are also discussed. The findings support a balanced approach to digital governance that integrates Islamic ethical accountability with effective legal mechanisms to promote trust and justice in cyberspace.