Pope Leo: opaque AI run by few firms risks "New Forms of Dehumanization"
Pope Leo XIV has issued a new encyclical titled 'Magnificent Humanity' that warns against the dangers of opaque AI algorithms controlled by a few powerful companies. He emphasizes the need for regulation to prevent new forms of dehumanization and stresses that technology should not be driven solely by profit. The Pope's call for a more active political involvement in AI regulation highlights the importance of ensuring that technology serves humanity rather than undermining it.
- ▪Pope Leo XIV launched an encyclical warning about the risks of AI controlled by a few companies.
- ▪He stated that AI technology must not remain in the hands of a select few to avoid dehumanization.
- ▪The encyclical emphasizes that technology is not inherently evil but reflects the values of its creators.
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Home Biz Global May 25, 2026 3:43am PT Pope Leo Issues AI Manifesto Warning That ‘Opaque Algorithms’ Controlled by a ‘Few’ Companies Can Bring ‘New Forms of Dehumanization’ By Nick Vivarelli Plus Icon Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent @NickVivarelli Latest Pope Leo Issues AI Manifesto Warning That ‘Opaque Algorithms’ Controlled by a ‘Few’ Companies Can Bring ‘New Forms of Dehumanization’ 2 hours ago International Coalition for Filmmakers at Risk Calls For Release of Egyptian Filmmaker Omar Salah Marei Jailed on Charges of ‘Spreading False News’ 2 days ago Italian Global Series Festival in Cannes Launches Second Edition, Aiming to Boost Italy’s Status in the International TV Landscape 3 days ago See All Getty Pope Leo XIV on Monday launched an impassioned call for regulation of…
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