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Pope Leo XIV Calls AI a Threat to Humanity

5/11/2025

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In his inaugural address, Pope Leo XIV boldly declared artificial intelligence a looming threat to humanity, resonating with the warnings of Pope Francis. He reaffirmed the Church's commitment to safeguarding human dignity and justice in an evolving technological landscape, drawing inspiration from Pope Leo XIII's advocacy for workers' rights and social justice.

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In his inaugural address, Pope Leo XIV boldly declared artificial intelligence a looming threat to humanity, resonating with the warnings of Pope Francis. He reaffirmed the Church's commitment to safeguarding human dignity and justice in an evolving technological landscape, drawing inspiration from Pope Leo XIII's advocacy for workers' rights and social justice.