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Pope Leo XIV Warns of AI's Threat to Human Dignity in First Address

On May 10, 2025, Pope Leo XIV presented his inaugural speech in Rome to the cardinals, highlighting the significant challenges that artificial intelligence presents to humanity.
His election followed secret conclave votes by 133 cardinals on May 8, where he received over 100 votes, marking him the first American pope.
In his speech, Pope Leo XIV paid tribute to Pope Francis, affirmed commitment to ongoing church reforms, and emphasized the Church's social teaching as a response to the digital revolution.
He emphasized that today the church provides its rich social teachings to address the challenges brought about by advances in artificial intelligence, focusing on the importance of ethics and protecting human dignity.
Pope Leo XIV signaled a continuation of Pope Francis’ inclusive reforms and the Church’s role in addressing AI’s social and ethical impacts amid rapid technological change.

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