Pope Leo called AI an ‘instrument of domination, exclusion and death.’ Anthropic was in the room
Pope Leo XIV has called for strong regulations on artificial intelligence, emphasizing the need for developers to prioritize the common good over profit. In his encyclical, he criticized the concentration of power in the tech industry and warned against the dangers of AI in warfare and job displacement. The document is expected to serve as a significant reference point in discussions about the ethical implications of AI technology.
- ▪Pope Leo XIV issued a manifesto on regulating artificial intelligence, highlighting its impact on society.
- ▪He condemned the culture of power driving AI development and called for ethical guidelines in its use.
- ▪The encyclical is anticipated to become a benchmark in the ongoing debate over AI and its implications for humanity.
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Pope Leo XIV called Monday for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit, issuing a sweeping manifesto on safeguarding humankind as the technology impacts everything from work to war.Recommended Video “Magnifica Humanitas” (Magnificent Humanity), Leo’s first encyclical, has been eagerly awaited ever since history’s first U.S.-born pope announced days after his election that he considered AI to be the biggest challenge facing humanity today. In the text, Leo denounced the “culture of power” driving the AI race, especially in developing ever more sophisticated methods of remote warfare.
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