THE PHENOMENON OF ONLINE GAMBLING AMONG GENERATION Z: THE INFLUENCE OF MENTALITY AND MACROECONOMIC IMPLICATIONS FROM AN ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE

Abstract

The phenomenon of online gambling in Indonesia has rapidly grown, fueled by advancements in digital technology and high internet penetration. Generation Z, having grown up in the digital era, is the most vulnerable group to the negative impacts of online gambling, which primarily manifests through digital platforms and social media. Despite the government's prohibition of online gambling, this phenomenon continues to expand due to easy access via digital platforms and social media. This research aims to explore the impact of online gambling on the mentality, social life, and national economy of Generation Z. The study will be analyzed through an Islamic economic approach, which provides a holistic perspective to address this issue. By applying the principles of welfare, fair distribution, and the prohibition of riba (interest), maysir (gambling), and gharar (uncertainty), it is hoped that this approach can inform regulations that not only focus on controlling the effects of online gambling but also promote economic policies centered on social welfare and sustainable economic development.