Thursday, May 21Thursday, May 21Pope Leo XIV is set to release his first major papal encyclical, *Magnifica Humanitas*, addressing the ethical implications of artificial intelligence (AI) and the protection of human dignity. The document will be presented at the Vatican on May 25, with Christopher Olah, co-founder of the AI firm Anthropic, attending as a guest speaker. The encyclical is expected to outline the Church’s stance on AI, emphasizing safeguarding human values amid technological advancements . The Vatican has framed the encyclical as a response to the rapid rise of AI, positioning it as a cornerstone of Leo XIV’s papacy .
The involvement of Anthropic’s co-founder underscores the encyclical’s potential to spark debate, particularly given the firm’s past tensions with political figures like Donald Trump. The document is described as an official letter to Roman Catholic bishops, signaling its doctrinal weight . Beyond AI, Pope Leo XIV’s papacy has also been marked by public engagement, including a viral video where he participated in the "6-7" hand gesture trend with a group of young Catholics at the Vatican .
In addition to his focus on AI, Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to visit France in September, with a planned stop at UNESCO, though details of the trip’s agenda remain limited . The encyclical’s release follows earlier indications that the pontiff would prioritize technology’s ethical dimensions, aligning with his broader emphasis on human dignity and global engagement.
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