List of halal cryptocurrencies in 2025
1️⃣ Core digital currencies
These cryptocurrencies serve as a foundation for decentralized technology and are used in the development of blockchain infrastructure:
Bitcoin (BTC): The oldest and most famous cryptocurrency, does not rely on interest-based profits or questionable financing.
Ethereum (ETH): Supports smart contracts but does not rely on interest, making it acceptable in some cases.
Cardano (ADA): Based on strong scientific research and aims to provide fair and sustainable financial solutions.
Solana (SOL): A fast blockchain network that supports decentralized applications without interest or illicit transactions.
2️⃣ Halal stablecoins
Stablecoins represent digital assets linked to a fixed value such as the dollar or gold, but not all are halal due to their support methods.
USD Coin (USDC): A stablecoin fully backed by the US dollar without interest.
XAUt (Tether Gold): A digital currency backed by real gold without any form of interest.
DAI: A stablecoin that relies on
Collateral, not interest-based profits.
(3) Gaming and metaverse coins
Gaming projects that rely on blockchain without involving gambling or betting mechanisms are considered halal.
Decentraland (MANA): A virtual environment based on digital assets without interest.
Sandbox (SAND): A gaming platform that does not rely on betting or excessive speculation.
Enjin Coin (ENJ): Supports the creation and trading of gaming assets in a transparent and Sharia-compliant manner.
4️⃣ Halal decentralized finance (DeFi) coins
These projects provide financial solutions without the need for traditional intermediaries but caution is needed for projects that rely on interest.
Uniswap (UNI): A decentralized trading platform without interest.
PancakeSwap (CAKE): Used in decentralized exchanges without interest or illicit transactions.
Aave (AAVE): Provides conditional loans without interest, making it one of the few projects compliant with Sharia.
5️⃣ Payment and money transfer coins
These coins are a means for transferring funds and digital payments without the need for traditional banks.
XRP (Ripple): Supports international money transfers quickly and efficiently.
Stellar (XLM): Designed to facilitate financial transfers without interest.
Algorand (ALGO): Used for digital transfers without relying on interest-based profits.
