EPITOME OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY: INDICATION OF ETHICS, CIVILIZATION AND SOCIAL SECURITY IN BRUNEI DARUSSALAM

Abstract

As a result of technology, including its ubiquitous connectivity and its powerful artificial intelligence, a new civilization has emerged. This constitutes a new long wave in the socioeconomic development of humanity. As part of its ongoing efforts to be a smart nation, the Government of Brunei Darussalam has introduced a Digital Economy Master Plan 2020-2025 with the aim of following current trends. A number of social issues are raised among the public, including cybersecurity, ethics, values, and human interaction on both a personal and economic level, fostering concern among the public. It is essential that Brunei Darussalam explicitly outline the indications in advance in order to deal with the social and economic challenges associated with the digitalization process. Consequently, this is consistent with Islamic principles and values, which emphasize obedience, respect, cooperation, fairness, diligence, and the fulfillment of human potential. The objective of this paper is to examines how Maqasid Sharia can be integrated with Islamic Development Management, and what other approaches can be combined to utilize digital environments. This paper will also provide a comprehensive assessment of the current ecosystem involving the concerns mentioned, as well as a perspective on how it can be improved. Literature reviews, data analysis, and case study analysis will be used to evaluate digital transformation and ICT innovation in Brunei Darussalam.