Vatican Says AI Is the ‘Highest-Stakes Gamble of Our Future’

In his sermon for the 2024 World Day of Peace, Pope Francis highlighted the need for ethical development of artificial intelligence (AI) to serve humanity, reduce harm, and promote peace and justice. He emphasized the importance of managing rapid technological transformations to safeguard human rights and respect institutions. The Vatican called for a binding international treaty to regulate the development and use of AI across different industries.