Europe · 25 September 2026 to 26 September 2026 · 5 headlines · BBC News
Pope Francis warns against AI's threat to humanity
Pope Francis delivered a message, reportedly sent to a gathering in Paris, cautioning against a "paradise of machines" in which humanity risks losing its essential qualities to artificial intelligence. He urged that technology remain subordinate to human dignity and moral responsibility rather than replacing human judgment and relationships. The remarks continue his recent pattern of public statements addressing the ethical risks posed by rapidly advancing AI systems.
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26 September 2026
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25 September 2026
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