The global community, already anxious about the implications of artificial intelligence, received additional warnings from Pope Leo XIV. On Monday, he issued a detailed encyclical discussing the risks associated with AI technology.
The document, spanning approximately 40,000 words, emphasizes how AI might exacerbate social inequality and undermine workers’ dignity. The pope also cautioned against the potential for AI to automate warfare, contributing to global instability.
Christopher Olah, co-founder of the company Anthropic, participated in unveiling the encyclical at the Vatican. The event takes place amid ongoing disputes between Anthropic and the Trump administration regarding AI regulation.
The encyclical calls for careful consideration of AI’s impact on society. It urges leaders worldwide to prioritize ethical governance and protect vulnerable populations from possible negative effects.
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