Analisis Kepatuhan Syariah (Shariah Compliance) terhadap Penggunaan Smart Contract

Abstract

Financial transactions in Islam must adhere to sharia principles, avoiding the elements of gharar (uncertainty), maysir (speculation), and riba (interest). One of the most prominent technological innovations in this domain is the implementation of Smart Contracts in cryptocurrency trading on the Ethereum platform. However, their application still faces significant sharia compliance challenges, particularly concerning contractual uncertainty and the potential for misuse. This study aims to analyze the implementation mechanism of Smart Contracts from a sharia compliance perspective while exploring the opportunities and challenges of their adoption within the Ethereum Ponorogo Community. Employing a qualitative approach with a case study method, data was collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. The findings reveal that while Smart Contracts offer greater transparency, efficiency, and automation in transactions, challenges such as regulatory ambiguity, limited sharia literacy, and the inherent volatility of crypto assets remain major obstacles. Although the Ethereum Ponorogo Community has made efforts to avoid non-compliant elements, their practices are more "aspirational" and not yet fully guaranteed by a comprehensive sharia regulatory framework. This research concludes that a clear roadmap is needed, which includes a focus on education, stronger regulations (including fatwas from sharia authorities), and audits of Smart Contract code. By following this path, the technology can become a more ethical and sharia-compliant solution for crypto transactions, bridging the gap between technological innovation and the principles of Islamic economics.