Pope: AI must serve humans not become tool of domination
Pope Leo XIV warned at UNESCO headquarters in Paris that artificial intelligence must serve humanity rather than becoming a tool for domination and injustice. He emphasized the need for regulatory safeguards to protect human dignity and children from exploitation by emerging technologies. The Pope also addressed the importance of international cooperation and peace, noting that scientific progress severed from wisdom can become a weapon of destruction.
- ▪Pope Leo XIV stated that AI risks dehumanizing society by prioritizing efficiency over human dignity and relationships.
- ▪The Pope highlighted the necessity of protecting children from online harms and ensuring they are not exploited by new technologies.
- ▪His remarks on peace and international institutions occurred amid ongoing global conflicts and the US decision to withdraw from UNESCO.
- ▪During a visit to the Elysée Palace, the Pope reaffirmed the right to life as the foundation of all other human rights, a topic of tension in France regarding abortion and assisted dying.
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Europe Europe News AI must serve humans, rather than 'become an instrument of domination and injustice', pope warns Pope Leo XIV followed by Director-General Khaled El-Enany, leaves UNESCO headquarters, Paris, 25 September 2026. - Copyright AP Photo Copyright AP Photo By Estelle Nilsson-Julien Published on 25/09/2026 - 19:52 GMT+2 Share Comments Add Euronews on Google Share Facebook Twitter Flipboard Send Reddit Linkedin Messenger Telegram VK Bluesky Threads Whatsapp Pope Leo XIV, who has made AI a central component of his pontificate, warned against the dangers of the technology at UNESCO.
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