Pope Leo XIV tells Vatican press conference AI must be ‘disarmed’ for humanity’s sake

Pope Leo XIV calls for vigilance in the development and governance of artificial intelligence (AI) in his first encyclical, “Magnifica Humanitas.”
He addresses concerns from various stakeholders, emphasizing the need to disarm AI to prevent its misuse, particularly in autonomous weapon systems.
The Pope highlights the ethical implications of AI, stressing the importance of building a future where technology serves humanity rather than becoming an instrument of domination.
In discussing AI in warfare, he argues for rigorous ethical constraints and proactive peacebuilding to control the technological arms race.
Pope Leo XIV invites public engagement with AI challenges, emphasizing the Church’s perspective that every individual is unique and irreplaceable, capable of seeking and serving God.

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