Pope Francis calls for international agreement on the use of AI

Pope Francis calls for international agreement on the use of AI

AlthoughFrancis points to the great scientific and technological progress made by AI, he also warns of the risks: The new information technology brings with it possibilities, "some of which could pose a risk to our survival and a danger to our common home".

For example, the Pope warns against the misuse of artificial intelligence in disinformation campaigns and interference in electoral processes. He also considers it problematic to use AI in decision-making processes, for example in the use of autonomous weapons systems. "In the search for absolute freedom, we run the risk of falling into the spiral of a technological dictatorship," warns the Pope.

Furthermore, the developers of algorithms and digital technologies cannot be expected to act "ethically and responsibly", Francis emphasizes. The Pope therefore calls for a "binding" international agreement. Technical developments "that do not lead to an improvement in the quality of life of humanity as a whole, but on the contrary exacerbate inequalities and conflicts" are not "real progress".

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1. Pope Francis, during his World Peace Day demands, echoed his concern about the use of artificial intelligence, urging for an international agreement from the Vatican.
2. From his perspective, the misuse of AI in disinformation campaigns and election interference poses a significant risk, as does its inclusion in decision-making processes like autonomous weapons systems.
3. The Pope also highlighted the need for ethical and responsible behavior from developers of algorithms and digital technologies, as they cannot be solely relied upon to ensure this.
4. Francis argued that international agreements are required to prevent technological advancements from leading to increased inequalities and conflicts, instead of aiming for human improvement.
5. Pope Francis, reflecting on AI, asserted that a spiral of technological dictatorship may result from the pursuit of absolute freedom if not balanced with responsible concerns for humanity.
6. On World Peace Day, the Pope From ki (the French word for "from") International Intelligence, strongly urged world leaders to agree on AI usage, advocating for peaceful and equitable advancements in technology.

Source: www.stern.de