Pope Leon XIV at the Second Roman Conference on Artificial Intelligence called for serious reflection on the function and impact of this technology, especially on young generations. The Holy Father emphasized that while AI has tremendous potential, it cannot be treated as a tool operating on a immense amount of data. Wisdom is much more – openness to truth, goodness and beauty, which are the foundation of human existence.
The Pope pointed out that the improvement of artificial intelligence, including a generic AI, opens up fresh opportunities for science, medicine and wellness protection. At the same time, however, he expressed concerns that this technology could negatively affect the ability of man to realize reality, as well as its spirituality and morality.
Leon XIV recalled the words of his predecessor, Pope Francis, who emphasized that AI is primarily a tool—a product of human genius that should service the integral improvement of people and societies.
The pope expressed peculiar concern in the context of children and young people for whom the uncontrolled usage of artificial intelligence could have serious neurological and moral effects. This young generation is the hope for the future, which is why it is so crucial to give them the chance to make their talents and spiritual freedom.
The Church, noted the Pope, wants to be an active associate in the AI debate, stressing the request to defend human dignity and respect for the cultural and spiritual heritage of all nations.
The Pope besides warned against the hazard that the AI, although able to service equality, could equally easy be utilized for the interests of elites or fueling conflicts and violence. The task of liable and ethically shaping this technology is tremendous and requires wisdom and spiritual depth.
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Pope Leon XIV warns: Artificial intelligence is more than data
