Pope Leo is Focused on AI. What Should his Guidance Offer the World?
Pope Leo XIV has addressed the opportunities and challenges of AI often, leading many to think he will write in an encyclical about its implications.
“There’s a real risk we’ll create a world where most people don’t have jobs — or don’t have jobs that give them meaning and social purpose,” Green said. “We need a new ‘Rerum Novarum’ for the digital age.”
“Rerum Novarum” sided with workers during the Industrial Revolution, calling for just wages, safety, rest and unionization. A document by Leo addressing AI should do the same, Green said, defending those who will be the most affected by the AI revolution. Brian P. Green, director, technology ethics, quoted by Religion News.
Brian P. Green, director, technology ethics, quoted by Religion News.