Pope urges ‘disarming’ of AI in major manifesto

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Pope Leo XIV argues for the regulation of artificial intelligence in his first major manifesto.
The encyclical “Magnifica Humanitas” urges governments to prioritize the common good over power or profit when dealing with AI.
The pope expresses concern over the dangers AI poses to humanity and advocates for its “disarmament” to prevent it from becoming an instrument of domination, exclusion, and death.
He highlights the increased feasibility of war due to AI-supported autonomous weapons and insists on rigorous ethical constraints in any AI application in warfare.
Leo emphasizes that AI should be human-friendly, accessible, and open to discussion, with concerns about the concentration of power and influence among a few.
The pope supports strict regulation of AI, advocating for robust legal frameworks, independent oversight, informed users, and an active political system.
He warns of “new forms of slavery” connected to AI, such as the exploitation of content moderators and child labor for rare earth minerals.
Additionally, Pope Leo XIV issued an unprecedented apology for the Vatican’s role in the transatlantic slave trade.

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