Heather Mellquist Lehto
An anthropologist who studies religion and technology. She advises the Vatican on the ethics and impact of AI globally.
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Apr 11, 2025 • 11min
Mic Drop: AI’s unexpected Roman holiday
Heather Mellquist Lehto, an anthropologist advising the Vatican on AI ethics, dives into the intersection of technology and religion. She discusses how the Catholic Church historically influences the moral landscape surrounding emerging technologies. The conversation highlights Pope Francis’s Rome Call for AI Ethics, aiming for human welfare amid the AI revolution. Heather also tackles the challenges of AI regulation, the societal implications of rising tech powers, and the need for ethical guidance in an increasingly complex world.
