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Is Bitcoin Halal in Islam?

Bitcoin is a digital asset and a payment system invented by Satoshi Nakamoto. Transactions are verified by network nodes through cryptography and recorded in a public dispersed ledger called a blockchain.

Bitcoin is unique in that there are a finite number of them: 21 million.

Bitcoins are created as a reward for a process known as mining. They can be exchanged for other currencies, products, and services.

NOTE: This is a highly controversial and sensitive topic. It is important to consult a qualified Islamic scholar to obtain an authoritative ruling on this matter. There are various interpretations and opinions on this issue, so be sure to research thoroughly before making any decisions.

As of February 2015, over 100,000 merchants and vendors accepted bitcoin as payment.

Bitcoin is halal if it is used for the exchange of goods and services. The majority of scholars believe that Bitcoin is permissible under Islamic law, as long as it is used in a way that does not violate the principles of Islam.

Some scholars have raised concerns about the use of Bitcoin, citing its volatile nature and the lack of regulation in the digital currency space. However, as long as Bitcoin is used in a way that complies with Islamic law, there should be no problem with its use.

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