Pope Leo is right about AI — he’s just too late
Pope Leo XIV has raised concerns about the moral implications of artificial intelligence in his document, Magnifica Humanitas. He emphasizes the need for humans to maintain control over AI technology to prevent potential misuse. However, the article argues that the U.S. must also prioritize innovation and leadership in AI development to counter global competition and threats.
- ▪Pope Leo XIV warns about the dangers of AI and the need for human control.
- ▪The article suggests that while regulation is important, it is challenging due to the rapid evolution of AI technology.
- ▪The U.S. must train a new generation of cyber defenders to protect against adversaries like China and Russia.
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| Publication time | Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000 |
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As artificial intelligence rapidly advances, and massive global changes hang in the balance, Pope Leo XIV recently declared that humans must maintain control of this incredibly powerful technology, lest we lose our humanity. Pope Leo’s recent document, Magnifica Humanitas, has sparked worldwide debate by warning humanity about the dangers of AI. His concerns are thoughtful, sincere, and rooted in a desire to ensure that technology serves mankind. Recommended Stories Fight federal healthcare fraud — but do it compassionately States already have pharmacy deserts. PBM reforms make it worse Lee Zeldin’s EPA is putting the US on a path toward a recycling revolution But there is one problem: the AI genie is already out of the bottle.
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