Anthropology's Role in AI Ethics

Anthropology in AI Ethics In AI ethics, responsible algorithms must consider human

contexts and cultural diversity. Anthropology studies human behaviors, social norms,

and cultural values, helping ensure AI is inclusive, fair, and socially aware.

Imagine an AI-powered security camera designed to detect suspicious behavior by analyzing facial

expressions and gestures. The AI is trained on data from one country,

assuming certain facial cues are universal. In the U.S., a serious face signals

focus; the AI flagged it as threatening. In Japan, polite smiles mask stress; the AI misread

this as safety. In Nigeria, normal gestures were seen as aggressive. The AI repeatedly