TECH NEWS – Meanwhile, Pope Leo XIV spoke out against the technological arms race at an event held a few days ago.

Since his election, Pope Leo XIV has made it clear that AI will be a central theme of his papacy. During his inaugural address to the College of Cardinals on May 10th, the Pope described modern technological advancements as a new industrial revolution. He also revealed that he selected his papal name in honor of Pope Leo XIII from the 19th century. Since then, the Holy Father has taken a somewhat hostile stance toward emerging technology, believing it poses a threat to human dignity, justice, and work. He has taken a hostile stance toward emerging technology, believing it poses a threat to human dignity, justice, and work.

The most important outcome of the event was recognizing the urgent need to unify various artificial intelligence regulatory initiatives into a common global framework that powerful organizations, such as the European Union, the United Nations, and the World Bank, could implement. Another important outcome was the urgent need to unify various AI regulatory initiatives into a common global framework that could be promoted by powerful organizations, such as the Catholic Church.

In his message to participants, Pope Leo XIV acknowledged AI’s great potential but also asked how we can create a just and humane global society. He quoted the late Pope Francis, who said that AI is undoubtedly an exceptional product of human genius but, above all, a tool. Pope Francis said that AI is an exceptional product of human genius but, above all, it is a tool. The discussion covered the importance of thinking beyond opaque algorithms and the significance of environmental sustainability in light of energy-intensive data centers.

This led to the concept of technological social justice and ideas such as universal basic income. It also highlighted the necessity of cooperation among workers, employers, scientists, and governments to ensure that the benefits of AI are distributed fairly. Participants called for the development of neural rights to protect individuals from the risks of invasive technologies, such as Musk’s brain chip. This is an important ethical issue. One concrete outcome was the establishment of the AI Knowledge Network for Integral Human Development in Latin America. This network consists of various prestigious institutions and experts. The network aims to strengthen the region’s presence and promote cooperation in developing ethical and inclusive AI, particularly focusing on the manifesto of the poor.

Pope Leo XIV is clearly determined. Even if the Catholic Church is not the most fashionable organization, it remains an extremely powerful institution that can influence governments. AI and society are among Pope Leo XIV’s primary interests, so this likely won’t be the last news from the Vatican originating in Silicon Valley.

Source: PCGamer, Vatican News