Papal Perspectives on AI Ethics

This chapter examines Pope Leo XIII's historical advocacy for worker rights during the Industrial Revolution and its modern parallel with Pope Leo XIV's focus on the implications of artificial intelligence. It covers a Vatican-hosted conference that brought together tech leaders and clergy to discuss the ethical governance of AI, emphasizing the church's moral authority in these conversations. The discussions aimed at exploring responsible AI usage reflect the Vatican's commitment to safeguarding human dignity in the digital age.