Pope Decries AI Power Concentration

Pope Leo XIV's inaugural encyclical, "Magnifica Humanitas," addresses the growing influence of artificial intelligence. The document expresses concern over the consolidation of significant technological power within a small number of dominant global corporations. This concentration, the Pope argues, poses potential risks and necessitates careful consideration of AI's societal impact and equitable distribution of its benefits. The encyclical calls for a more balanced approach to AI development and deployment, emphasizing human dignity and ethical stewardship in the face of rapid technological advancement.