Aligning the Concept of Digital Philanthropy with Islamic Ethics of Technology

Philantrophy is a universal concept that exists far beyond time, but has since evolved due to technological advancement. The development of technology has changed the social behaviour and interactions between people, and consequently, so too has the concept of philanthropy and the way it now operates changed. The opportunity to reach and commit to philanthropy is made much possible by adapting the digital technology to ease the process. This paper seeks to examine the concept of digital philanthropy and the idea of Islamic ethics of technology, and to analyze the extent to which existing digital philanthropy conforms with Islamic ethics of technology to ensure that both are aligned. This paper employs qualitative methods through library-based research of relevant literature comprising of books, article journals, guidelines, and others. The study uses content analysis to derived facts from the relevant literature related to the topic. Based on the findings, the concept of digital philanthropy can be widened in its application so as not to confined it only to monetary aspects. The idea of philanthropy from the Islamic perspective encompasses more than financial issues. The practice of digital philanthropy should be in line with the principles of Islamic ethics of technology to achieve the objectives of the Shariah in promoting good and avoiding harm and evil.