Pope Leo calls for ‘disarming’ of artificial intelligence
Pope Leo has expressed concerns about the increasing autonomy of AI-powered weapons systems. He emphasized the need for stronger oversight to prevent these technologies from becoming uncontrollable. His remarks were part of a manifesto addressing the rapid development of artificial intelligence.
- ▪Pope Leo warned that some AI-powered weapons systems are becoming practically beyond human control.
- ▪He called for stronger oversight in the development of artificial intelligence.
- ▪The remarks were made in a long-awaited manifesto on the technology.
3 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 4 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 1 centre.
- ▪ Pope Leo XIV calls for 'disarming AI' — Le Monde (EN)
- ▪ Pope Leo takes big shot at Trump over Iran war; calls for ‘disarming’ of AI — Times of India — Top
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Toggle PlayPope Leo calls for ‘disarming’ of artificial intelligenceNewsFeedPope Leo calls for ‘disarming’ of artificial intelligencePope Leo has warned that some AI-powered weapons systems are becoming ‘practically beyond human control,’ as he called for stronger oversight in his long-awaited manifesto on the rapidly developing technology.Published On 25 May 202625 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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