Pope Warns Against 'Losing Humanity' to AI on First Day of France Visit
The pontiff delivered the warning as he began a visit to France, cautioning against the erosion of human values through artificial intelligence.

The Pope warned against "losing humanity" to artificial intelligence machines, delivering the message on the first day of a visit to France.
The pontiff's remarks reflect a broader concern voiced by religious and ethical leaders about the growing role of AI systems in daily life, and the potential risks that increased reliance on such technology could pose to human values and relationships.
A recurring theme
Warnings about the ethical and social implications of AI have become an increasingly common theme in public commentary from a range of institutions, including religious and cultural leaders.
The comments come as the Pope's visit to France continues, with further public remarks and appearances expected over the course of the trip.
Sources
- Pope warns against 'losing humanity' to AI machines — BBC News — World
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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