Pope Leo calls for AI systems that don’t foster divisions

Pope Leo, who has warned of the risk that AI could lead the world down a path of unending war, on Monday urged the development of AI systems that do not foster divisions in society but strengthen peace initiatives.

“In a world marked by conflict and division, the development of artificial intelligence calls for a vision inspired by wisdom and charity,” the pontiff said in a message to a conference on AI issues held in Rome.

The pope called for development of AI systems that “serve the dignity of every person and strengthen the bonds that unite the human family”.