Pope Leo Warns on AI Safety and Urges Seriousness
Returning from his visit to France, Pope Leo XIV stated that the dangers of artificial intelligence must be taken seriously, emphasizing that concerns on this issue are not fake news.
Pope Leo XIV stated that safety concerns regarding the possibility of artificial intelligence technology getting out of hand are not fake news and must be addressed with seriousness. Speaking to reporters on the plane returning from France, the Pope showed that he stands on a different line from U.S. President Donald Trump, who had previously described the issue as fake news.
Statements on the Plane Returning from France
Pope Leo XIV answered questions from members of the press on the papal plane on his way back after completing a four-day visit to France, and evaluated developments regarding artificial intelligence. Stating that humanity should not remain indifferent in this process, the Pope emphasized that artificial intelligence safety concerns must be taken seriously.
Artificial Intelligence and Fake News Debate
The Pope's statements regarding the dangers of artificial intelligence contradicted the views of U.S. President Donald Trump, who had previously characterized concerns about AI getting out of control as a hoax. The Pope argued that safety issues raised by experts need to be discussed and concrete steps must be taken.
Magnificent Humanity Encyclopedia
Pope Leo had dedicated his first encyclopedia, titled "Magnificent Humanity," which aims to protect humanity against the dangers of artificial intelligence, to this technology. Since the publication of the encyclopedia, the Vatican has received extensive feedback from interested individuals to participate in wide-ranging discussions.
Nvidia and Corporate Regulations
Touching upon reports that Nvidia has introduced guardrails to its artificial intelligence models, the Pope maintained his cautious approach toward technology leaders who resist external regulations. These developments in the technology sector are being closely monitored globally.
White House and Technology Summit
It is reported that U.S. President Donald Trump is preparing to meet with tech executives at the White House to address issues concerning artificial intelligence policies and the regulation of technology companies. The contacts to be held within this scope shape the search for innovation and balance.