The soul in the machine: bridging byte and belief in the age of Artificial Intelligence

Muhammad, Muhd. Rosydi (2026) The soul in the machine: bridging byte and belief in the age of Artificial Intelligence. KICT Newsletter: SPECTRUM, April (3). pp. 4-9. E-ISSN 3083-9904

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Abstract

This article addresses the socio-technical fallacy of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a value-neutral tool, asserting that its development must be anchored in Islamic epistemology to prevent a moral vacuum. By utilizing the Islamization of Human Knowledge (IOHK) framework, AI is conceptualized as a cognitive force multiplier that requires a robust ethical infrastructure to preserve the human fitrah and maintain digital integrity. The author identifies critical socio-technical risks, including algorithmic bias (zulm), predictive surveillance, and generative deepfakes (qazaf), which threaten the spiritual and social fabric of the Ummah. To mitigate these harms, the "Guided AI" Integration Model operationalizes Maqasid Shari'ah as a normative foundation, filtering technological evolution through the dimensions of architecture, human agency, and institutional governance. Ultimately, by aligning with International Islamic Fiqh Academy (IIFA) parameters, the article argues for synchronizing technological advancement with Divine recognition to ensure AI serves as an instrument for holistic human progress.

Item Type:	Article (Bulletin)
Additional Information:	This article appears in the KICT Newsletter SPECTRUM
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Artificial Intelligence, Guided AI, Islamization of Human Knowledge, IOHK
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BP Islam. Bahaism. Theosophy, etc > BP190.5 Islamization of Knowledge BPC Science and Technology in Islam T Technology > T Technology (General) > T173.5 Technology and Islam
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology > Department of Information System Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology > Department of Information System Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology
Depositing User:	Muhd Rosydi Muhammad
Date Deposited:	06 May 2026 16:25
Last Modified:	06 May 2026 16:25
Queue Number:	2026-04-Q3087
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/128641

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