ADIO DINIKA, RESEARCH FELLOW, DISTRIBUTED AI RESEARCH INSTITUTE (DAIR)
Today on the podcast, we have Adio Dinika from the Distributed AI Research (DAIR) Institute—a space for independent, community-rooted AI research, free from Big Tech’s pervasive influence.
Adio Dinika is a Research Fellow at DAIR, focusing on the intersection of AI, labour, and ethics. His work highlights the invaluable contributions of data workers in the Global South, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. Adio's research aims to ensure that AI development is guided by principles of social justice and inclusivity, acknowledging the critical roles played by these often overlooked contributors.
Adio's advocacy for an inclusive AI ecosystem is rooted in a commitment to equity and decoloniality, striving to reshape the narrative around AI to be more representative and fair. His efforts underscore the need for a more comprehensive and socially responsible approach to AI, recognizing the intersection of technology, labour, and ethics.