Pope Leo XIV Warns of Risks of AI, Calls for Robust Regulation

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May 25, 2026 · 12:14 PM UTC ·1 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 35 views

Pope Leo XIV Warns of Risks of AI, Calls for Robust Regulation

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Pope Leo XIV has released a manifesto emphasizing the need for strong regulation of artificial intelligence. He encourages a balanced approach to AI, urging society to prioritize human considerations in its development. The document reflects a growing concern about the implications of AI on humanity.

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▪Pope Leo XIV's manifesto calls for robust regulation of artificial intelligence.
▪He emphasizes the importance of keeping human considerations at the forefront of AI development.
▪The document has been in preparation for over a year and addresses the risks associated with AI.

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▪ Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders future of humanity — Korea Times
▪ Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto re: the future of humanity — AP News
▪ Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity - AP News — Google News
▪ Pope Leo calls for robust regulation of AI, pondering the future of humanity in first encyclical — New York Post
▪ Pope Leo XIV calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity — The Washington Times
▪ Pope Leo Calls For AI Regulation And Protecting The Dignity Of Workers In First Encyclical — Forbes — Business
▪ Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto — ABC News — Top

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CopiedPope Leo XIV is calling for robust regulation of artificial intelligence in his newly released manifesto on safeguarding humanity in an era of increasing reliance on AI. In the highly anticipated document that’s been in the works for more than a year, the Pope urges, “Let’s not fear artificial intelligence but constantly keep the question of the human in play. We cannot be careless with our most powerful technical instruments.”May 25, 2026

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