Pope Leo States He Is Not in Panic Over Artificial Intelligence But Risks Must Be Taken Seriously
In statements made upon returning from France, Pope Leo XIV expressed that he is not panicking regarding artificial intelligence, but emphasized that experts' warnings must be taken into account.
Answering journalists' questions on the flight back to Rome from Metz, Pope Leo XIV emphasized that he is not in panic mode regarding the potential dangers of artificial intelligence technology, but that the concerns raised by experts should certainly not be ignored.
Artificial Intelligence and the State of Panic
Pope Leo XIV stated to journalists after his four-day trip to France that he sleeps soundly at night regarding developments in artificial intelligence and is not in a state of panic.
Warnings from Experts
Stating that the concerns raised by artificial intelligence experts and specialized individuals must be addressed with seriousness, the Pope expressed that these warnings should not be dismissed as fake news.
Protection of Human Dignity
The protection of human dignity in the age of artificial intelligence forms the basis of the Pope's teachings that he has pursued for months. The Pope dedicated his first encyclical, titled "Magnifica Humanitas", to this subject.
Vatican Commission and Dialogue
Stating that the Vatican has established its own commission on artificial intelligence, Pope Leo said that dialogue and research are being promoted to prevent technology from eliminating humanity.
Global and Social Issues
During the press conference on the plane, the Pope also touched upon issues such as clergy sexual abuse, far-right movements in Europe, the war in Ukraine, and the housing crisis, alongside artificial intelligence.