Contradicting Trump, Pope Leo says artificial intelligence safety concerns not 'fake news'
ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE — Pope Leo XIV said Monday that concerns about artificial intelligence going rogue are not “fake news” and should be taken seriously, insisting that safety issues raised by AI experts should be discussed and acted on. Leo, who dedicated his first encyclical to AI and protecting humanity in its wake, was asked during a press conference about what the United States and China…
Pope Leo XIV addressed artificial intelligence safety concerns on Monday, dismissing them as "fake news" and emphasizing the need to take such issues seriously. During a press conference, the pontiff, who penned his first encyclical on AI and humanity's protection, was questioned about the responsibilities of the United States and China in averting potential catastrophic risks from AI.
While U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed AI safety concerns as a "hoax," Pope Leo stressed the importance of open discussions and action on the matter. He emphasized that ignoring these risks would be irresponsible. Trump, a proponent of AI advancement, has accused political opponents of fabricating concerns about AI to undermine the United States' position in the global technology race.
Leading AI companies, such as Anthropic, have advocated for a temporary slowdown in AI development to allow for more comprehensive assessments of its potential impacts.
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