Pope Francis to Release First Major Work on AI on May 25

VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis will release his first major work addressing artificial intelligence on May 25, according to a report by Reuters. The publication, described as a formal work, marks the first time the pontiff has directly addressed AI ethics in a formal capacity.

The Vatican has increasingly engaged with technology ethics in recent years, with Pope Francis previously commenting on the need for “moral guardrails” in AI development. The upcoming work is expected to explore themes of human dignity, responsibility in automation, and the societal impact of emerging technologies.

Artificial intelligence ethics has become a global priority, with religious leaders and technologists collaborating on frameworks for responsible innovation. The Pope’s entry into this discourse adds a spiritual dimension to ongoing debates about AI governance.