Pope Leo Uses First Major Papal Text to Warn About Dangers of AI
Pope Leo Uses First Major Papal Text to Warn About Dangers of AI
https://time.com/article/2026/05/25/pope-leo-encyclical-ai-magnifica-humanitas/
Publish Date: 2026-05-25 16:56:00
Source Domain: time.com
- The Pope articulated a vision for innovation that emphasizes ethical responsibility.
- He stressed that technology should not be viewed as inherently antagonistic to humanity but must be regulated by responsible use.
- The Pope highlighted the potential risks of artificial intelligence to deepen inequality, diminish human agency, and move decision-making away from human control.
- He urged for prudence and thorough evaluation in the adoption of AI, noting that this approach does not imply a rejection of progress but a cautious stewardship for the well-being of humanity.
- Since the beginning of his papacy, the Pope consistently highlighted the need for addressing AI’s potential threats to human dignity, justice, and labor.
