Artificial Intelligence and the Paradigm of Islamic Communication Transformation in the Digital Age
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The presence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Muslims raises various challenges and opportunities in Islamic communication in the digital space. This study focuses on identifying the Muslim paradigm regarding the role of AI in the transformation of Islamic religious communication in digital media. Data collection methods include digital observation and online media content analysis. Data analysis adopts the Technology Acceptance Model, Critical Media Studies, and Framing Theory approaches. The findings of this study reveal diverse and complex paradigms among Muslims in terms of the interaction between AI acceptance, religious values, and religious communication narratives in the digital media space. The contribution of this study emphasizes the importance of intensive AI-based digital literacy socialization among religious communities so that its use is in line with religious principles.
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