Pope Leo XIV told journalists on a plane while returning from a four-day visit to France that although he is not panicking and sleeps well, he is convinced that the concerns raised by many AI experts must be taken seriously.
During his apostolic journey to France, the Pope repeatedly warned about the need to protect humanity from the influence of AI. In his speech in Paris on Friday, he stated that it is crucial to develop ethical judgment so as not to lose our humanity amidst the 'heaven of machines' that is invading and shaping our daily lives.
Discussions about the risks associated with this technology have intensified in recent months, fueled by various incidents and apocalyptic warnings from industry specialists. On the plane, the Pope emphasized that these anxieties are not 'fake news,' contrary to claims by some who allegedly spread them for financial gain or other advantages.
He noted that this is an issue that, in his opinion, should be discussed jointly, adding that simply saying 'oh, that won't happen' and ignoring the problem is probably not the most responsible approach.
In the encyclical 'Magnifica Humanitas' (Great Humanity), published in May, the head of the Catholic Church made a firm call to 'disarm' AI to 'prevent its domination over humanity.' In recent months, the Holy See has also intensified its initiatives for international governance of AI based on human dignity, particularly in the fields of nuclear technology, culture, and artistic creation.