The New Frontier E007: Navigating Faith & Finance with Abubakar Nur Khalil
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In this episode, hosts Ralph Gebran & Harris Irfan joined by Abubakar Nur Khalil, a Bitcoin Core contributor and CEO of Recursive Capital, to explore Bitcoin’s transformative impact on Islamic finance and financial freedom. As a thought leader and advocate for ethical finance, Abubakar shares his journey into Bitcoin and how it aligns with his faith and values as a Muslim.
00:00 – Introduction
02:54 – The Technological Fascination with Bitcoin
05:58 – Becoming a Bitcoin Core Contributor
08:50 – Faith and Bitcoin: A Personal Journey
11:59 – Engaging Scholars on Bitcoin’s Halal Status
15:11 – Addressing Concerns: Volatility and Speculation
18:02 – Bitcoin’s Social Impact and Community Building
20:53 – The Future of Islamic Finance and Bitcoin
24:06 – Transitioning to a New Financial System
31:02 – Building on Existing Knowledge
33:26 – The Journey Towards Halal Finance
37:38 – Bitcoin as a Tool for Moral Adherence
41:34 – The Nigerian Experience with CBDCs
44:39 – Current Projects and Future Directions
The New Frontier is a dynamic, bitcoin-centric podcast that bridges the gap between the transformative world of Bitcoin and the unique financial landscape of the Middle East, covering both conventional and Islamic finance.
Join us as we uncover the potential of Bitcoin to secure and propagate purchasing power through time, making it the essential asset for savvy investors in the region and beyond.