Pope Leo says he's not in 'panic mode' over AI, but warns against ignoring risks
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- Pope Leo XIV says he is not in 'panic mode' over AI, but insists that warnings from experts about its risks should be taken seriously, not dismissed as fake news.
- He stresses that AI must serve humanity and protect human dignity, a theme central to his encyclical 'Magnifica Humanitas' and the Vatican's new AI commission.
- The pope calls for cooperation among governments, tech companies, and civil society to establish safeguards and regulations, warning against allowing power or competition to dictate AI's development.
- He advocates for ongoing dialogue and study, optimistic that humanity can prevent AI from destroying or sidelining people, but insists that ignoring the risks is irresponsible.
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