Pope Francis to address G7 leaders on ethical AI
- Pope Francis will speak to G7 leaders on the ethical considerations of artificial intelligence.
- The Vatican's interest in AI is evident through the pope's involvement in the summit.
- The discussion highlights the growing importance of ethics in the use of new technologies.
Pope Francis will address G7 leaders on Friday on artificial intelligence, reflecting the Vatican’s interest in the technology's risks and rewards. The pontiff sees AI as a key challenge for humanity and has called for a binding international treaty to regulate its development. The Vatican has brought in experts like Demis Hassabis to help understand AI. The pope's focus on AI ethics goes back several years, with initiatives like the Rome Call for AI Ethics. He aims to ensure that AI serves humanity and does not become a threat. At the G7 summit, he will emphasize the importance of ethics in AI development and use. The Vatican is seeking buy-in from tech companies and governments for an ethical framework for AI. Pope Francis wants the Church to be involved in discussions about AI to ensure it benefits all of humanity.