G7 leaders' meeting - Following a faux image featuring him clad in a designer coat, Pope Francis is set to deliver a talk on artificial intelligence.
Pope Francis plans to address artificial intelligence (AI) at the upcoming G7 summit on Saturday. The 87-year-old pontiff will deliver a speech to world leaders about the topic, which he can even contribute personally to.
In a bizarre incident last year, a fake photo circulated online showing the Pope wearing a thick white down jacket. It's likely that Francis will reiterate his call for safeguards against AI and emphasize the potential it poses to peace and society.
Born in Argentina, Francis has previously advocated for an international treaty in his peace message this year to ensure AI is developed and used in accordance with ethical principles. He argues that any technology lacking in human values like empathy, compassion, morality, and forgiveness is too powerful to be left unchecked.
The Pope's concerns over AI
AI technology stuns the world with its ability to write and react like a human, but it's also raised concerns and left regulators confused. There are fears that AI could spread misinformation or even create biological weapons with disastrous consequences. Others worry that AI could eliminate jobs or even increase discrimination through algorithms.
In his peace message, Francis has already addressed these concerns and added to them. AI should prioritize the protection of fundamental human rights, promote peace, and guard against disinformation, discrimination, and distortion, he says.
