Undoubtedly, Western ethics and normative principles define the terms of reference in AI’s ethical projects. In addition, most of the global policy documents come from government agencies, civil service, and private companies from the West to add to the already defined one-sided bias. To cater for worldwide humanity, It will be prudent to balance the current socio-politico-economic climate by considering and incorporating Islamic ethics in the AI design discourse.
Islam is a comprehensive way of life that provides guidance on all aspects of human existence, including the use of technology. The Quran states that human beings are trustees of the earth and its resources and are responsible for their ethical utilization. The ethical framework of Islam is rooted in principles such as justice, compassion, and accountability, which serve as a foundation for analyzing the implications of AI. We know universal ethics often intersect. With nearly two billion Muslims following rich Islamic traditions, it is essential to explore AI from the Islamic ethics perspective and its impact on the society at large when designing and developing AI applications. This will be valuable addition to the much needed AI ethics debate.