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  1. RESEARCH · Fortune English(EN) ·

    Pope Leo called AI an ‘instrument of domination, exclusion and death.’ Anthropic was in the room

    Pope Leo XIV has issued a significant encyclical, "Magnifica Humanitas," calling for strict regulation of artificial intelligence and urging developers to prioritize the common good over profit. He denounced AI's potential for "domination, exclusion and death," particularly in warfare, and stated that irreversible lethal decisions should not be entrusted to AI systems. The document, which includes input from Anthropic co-founder Christopher Olah, is expected to serve as a crucial reference point for policymakers and researchers grappling with AI's societal impact. AI

    Pope Leo called AI an ‘instrument of domination, exclusion and death.’ Anthropic was in the room

    IMPACT Sets a moral and ethical benchmark for AI development and regulation, potentially influencing global policy and industry practices.

  2. SIGNIFICANT · Mastodon — sigmoid.social English(EN) · · [7 sources]

    @ wsj_world 4/ But on the other hand, the explosion of generative AI, deepfakes, and "AI slop" is destroying our shared perception of reality. We are entering a

    The Vatican has released a new encyclical that addresses the profound societal and ethical implications of artificial intelligence. This document, presented alongside a co-founder of AI safety firm Anthropic, emphasizes the need to "disarm AI" and critically examine the uniqueness of humanity in an era of advanced AI. It warns against unchecked tech giants wielding AI's power, which could strip away human agency and lead to new forms of exploitation, while also highlighting the epistemic confusion caused by generative AI and deepfakes. AI

    IMPACT Signals a major religious institution's formal stance on AI ethics, potentially influencing global discourse and policy on AI safety and human agency.

  3. SIGNIFICANT · LessWrong (AI tag) English(EN) · · [94 sources]

    Linkpost: New Vatican Encyclical on AI Governance

    Pope Leo XIV has released a significant encyclical titled "Magnifica Humanitas," addressing the ethical implications of artificial intelligence. The document, spanning over 42,000 words, emphasizes the need to prioritize human dignity and agency in the face of rapid technological advancement. It calls for robust government regulation of AI companies, protections for workers displaced by automation, and education to foster critical thinking about AI. The Pope also stressed that AI should serve humanity and not concentrate power in the hands of a few, advocating for human control over critical decisions, particularly in warfare. AI

    IMPACT Sets a moral and ethical framework for AI development and deployment, influencing global policy discussions and corporate responsibility.

  4. SIGNIFICANT · dev.to — Anthropic tag English(EN) · · [5 sources]

    The Pope, Anthropic, and the Weight of Rerum Novarum

    Pope Leo will release the first papal encyclical on artificial intelligence, titled "Magnifica Humanitas," on May 25th. The document, co-authored with Anthropic co-founder Christopher Olah, will focus on human dignity in the age of AI, drawing parallels to the Industrial Revolution. This initiative places the Vatican at the center of ethical AI discussions, potentially creating a new point of contention with the U.S. administration, which has had a contentious relationship with Anthropic. AI

    IMPACT Establishes a significant moral framework for AI ethics from a major global institution, potentially influencing policy and public discourse.

  5. COMMENTARY · Mastodon — fosstodon.org English(EN) · · [12 sources]

    # Police chief is suspended after # AI software finds 'sexual - https:// kensbookinfo.blogspot.com/p/uk .html#southwalesargus # Kigali Mulls Expansion of Bus Ro

    Multiple sources report on the varied uses and concerns surrounding artificial intelligence. A pilot program aims to regulate the "wild west" of AI, while other reports highlight AI's increasing use by individuals in Utah. Concerns about AI's potential risks are voiced by Pope Leo and Pope Francis, with calls for its "disarming." AI

    IMPACT AI's increasing integration into society prompts regulatory attention and public discourse on its potential risks and benefits.