Pope Leo urges global rules to ‘disarm’ artificial intelligence – The Irish Times

Pope Leo XIV calls for artificial intelligence to be designed for the common good and welfare of mankind in his encyclical “Magnifica Humanitas.”
The pope likens AI to nuclear technology, emphasizing its potential to serve either destructive or constructive purposes.
He argues for AI to be “disarmed” from logics of domination and exclusion, advocating for it to be at the service of all and the common good.
The encyclical stresses that technological decisions should integrate conscience and responsibility, warning of potential adverse impacts on employment and social equity.
Pope Leo XIV highlights the need for ethical oversight and moral voices in guiding AI development, noting the potential for widespread job displacement.
He draws parallels to the industrial revolution, stressing the transformative impact of AI and emphasizing its alignment with the dignity of every person and the common good.
The encyclical warns against the concentration of AI in few hands, stressing its need for sustainable and inclusive use.
It calls for technologies to be made more environmentally sustainable and addresses the risk of digital forms of exploitation, particularly affecting developing countries.

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