Islamic Algorithms

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Overall, Islamic Algorithms: Online Influence in the Muslim Metaverse is crucial to contemporary Islamic studies. The book is highly recommended for researchers, academics, and practitioners interested in the interaction between technology and religion. * Religion & Theology * Gary Bunt's Islamic Algorithms explores the dynamic relationship between technology shifts and the evolving engagement of Muslims online. Bunt emphasises the unchanging core of Islam, adapting its expression to developing technology. A testament to Bunt's brilliance in the ever-changing Cyber Islamic Environments, this is a must-read for those interested in Islamic studies, digital Islam and Muslim metaverses. * Eva Nisa, Senior Lecturer of Anthropology, The Australian National University, Australia * A timely and insightful exploration, the book offers a concise yet comprehensive glimpse into the evolving landscape of Cyber Islamic Environments. From the serene halls of Jakarta's Istiqlal Mosque to the potential realms of Muslim metaverses, this book takes readers on a journey to unveil the dynamic relationship between Islam and technology. In a world where smartphones guide prayers and iPads connect elders in study groups, Bunt shares a compelling and timely perspective on the evolving relationship between Islam, technology and the digital age. * Umar Ryad, Professor of Arabic and Islamic Studies, University of Leuven, Belgium * Comprehensive in its data collection and analysis, relevant and timely, Bunt's latest publication is a must-read for those fascinated by the intersection between Islam, Muslims and all things metaverse. * London School of Economics Book Review * Islamic Algorithms is a great contribution to the topic of Digital Religion. It provides up-to date information on various Cyber-Islamic Environments covering majority of Muslim groups ... It will also be of interest to the non-academic reader, especially in terms of 'trending' topics such as artificial intelligence, metaverse, memes, influencer. * The Muslim World Book Review * Bunt's volume is an important step forward in understanding the importance of digital discourse to contemporary Islamic traditions and Muslim communities. * Reading Religion *