In an interview conducted by Morgan Sherburne of Michigan News, University of Michigan anthropologist Webb Keane explores society’s growing fascination with artificial intelligence, likening its rise to the reverence of a new religion. U-M experts weigh in on how humans are increasingly relying on AI technologies in ways that may transcend reason, raising ethical questions about trust, responsibility, and our relationship with machines. The piece urges caution and thoughtful reflection, emphasizing that while AI presents transformative promise, it should not be treated as an infallible authority or substitute for critical human judgment.
