Pope Leo to address human dignity in the age of AI - NBC News

Pope Leo XIV is set to release a landmark encyclical addressing the ethical implications of artificial intelligence, according to a report by NBC News. The document, titled 'safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence,' will be accompanied by statements from leading Catholic figures as well as Anthropic co-founder Chris Olah.

Previous popes have issued pronouncements on technology, but this is the first papal encyclical entirely dedicated to AI. The exact release date has not been announced.

The document is expected to outline principles for ethical AI development, emphasizing human dignity and the importance of keeping human beings at the center of technological progress. The encyclical may influence Catholic institutions and policymakers, though its direct impact on AI development remains to be seen.