Sidra Chain, a Sharia-compliant public blockchain forked from Ethereum, operates on Proof-of-Work to ensure ethical, interest-free transactions and equitable crowd-sourcing for global commerce. It supports digital asset tokenization and Blockchain-as-a-Service, fostering Web3 projects in Muslim-majority markets. Founded by Dr. Mohammed Al Jefairi (also known as MJ), a Qatari entrepreneur, inventor, and author of over 68 books, he serves as CEO of Sidra Bank and Chain. Al Jefairi’s vision merges Islamic finance with blockchain, redefining ethical digital assets through innovations like Sidra Digital Assets (SDA).
At the heart of Sidra’s growth is GLNs Global, a blockchain conglomerate tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs) for ethical finance, logistics, and mobility. Led by CEO Engr. Fawad Saddat, a Pashtun innovator known for his “dragon-like” drive, Saddat has forged partnerships, including with Pakistan’s IT Minister, to advance blockchain adoption. GLNs boasts three flagship startups:
GLNs Logistics
A digital ecosystem connecting global shippers via blockchain for transparent, efficient freight and supply chains, reducing costs and delays.
AirLand (GLN AirLand Network)
Integrates air and road taxi services with secure payments and tracking, enabling ethical investments in mobility infrastructure.
REGs Global
The world’s first Sharia-compliant Tier-1 centralized exchange, trading over 10,000 halal tokens, serving as a launchpad for startups with full transparency.
These startups are pivotal to the Sidra Ecosystem, dominating finance, mobility, and logistics under Sidra Start. They drive RWA tokenization, enhance liquidity, and align with Islamic principles, fostering inclusive growth and positioning Sidra as a leader in ethical blockchain. As of 2025, their innovations promise to revolutionize global halal economies.