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New pope chose his name based on AI’s threats to “human dignity”

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 3m ago

New pope chose his name based on AI’s threats to “human dignity”

Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Prevost, chose his name to reflect concerns about artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on human dignity, reminiscent of Pope Leo XIII's response to the industrial revolution. In his first address, Leo XIV highlighted AI as a new industrial revolution, emphasizing its potential threats to labor and human dignity. This aligns with previous Vatican priorities set by the late Pope Francis, who warned about AI's ethical challenges.

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Economic Times · 2m ago

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For the love of God, stop calling your AI a co-worker | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 2m ago

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Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

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Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

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Business Insider · 1y ago

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