Pope Leo XIV warns of ‘new forms of slavery’ linked to Artificial Intelligence

Pope Leo XIV issued a warning about the emergence of “new forms of slavery” in AI, specifically referencing the exploitation of content moderators and miners.
In the encyclical “Magnifica Humanitas,” the pontiff emphasized that AI that creates new forms of global subordination is antithetical to human dignity.
He advocated for the regulation and humane adaptation of AI, arguing for its disarmament and alignment with human values.
The pope cautioned against a competitive drive for ever more powerful algorithms and larger datasets, rooted in geopolitical or commercial motives rather than ethical concerns.
In his Pentecost mass sermon, he implored for peace and protection from war, highlighting that such turmoil is overcome through the power of love rather than military might.
In contrast to the corruption and violence some technologies bring, the pope emphasized the Holy Spirit’s role in enlightening and revitalizing human hearts.

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