Citing Gandalf, Pope Leo says we must “disarm” AI
Summary
Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas encyclical argues for disarming AI to serve the common good, critiquing AI-powered weapons and data hoarding while calling for a 'civilization of love' that places human flourishing above technological domination. The piece highlights the Vatican's nuanced stance on AI, including the use of AI tools for translation, and features perspectives from Anthropic’s Chris Olah on ethical challenges and global equity.