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Trends, analysis and perspectives shaping the global Halal economy.
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Islamic Finance formally and absolutely excludes Riba. But what are the devastating effects of Riba?
23 May 2026
Platform Insights
The founder of Wasabih, an online community for the Halal economy, explains the origin of the name: "Wasatan" (balance), "Business, Islam, Halal", the Qur'anic expression "wa sabbih" and a nod to Japanese wasabi. The platform is open to all, Muslim or not.
12 February 2025
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The name Wasabih, for the professional community for the Halal and Islamic Economy, is a combination of a Quranic word, a business vision, and a touch of Japanese inspiration. The founders wanted a strong, powerful, and inspiring name. It is derived from part of verse 143 of chapter 2 in the Qur'aan, which speaks of making believers an "upright community" or a "just balance" (often translated from the Arabic word Wasat) so they may be witnesses over humanity.
8 February 2024