Leo XIV, Pope Francis
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Pope Leo XIV identified artificial intelligence as one of the most critical matters facing humanity during his first formal audience.
In his first official press conference on Monday, Pope Leo XIV said the media needs to use AI with "responsibility and discernment," which sounds like a pretty stark warning to me.
Pope Leo XIII, who served from 1878 to 1903, led the church into the modern world, emphasizing its moral authority beyond national boundaries. He defended the rights of working people and affirmed the value of science.
The pope has personal ties to Florida's Gulf Coast, including his brother living in Port Charlotte and a friendship with former U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican, Francis Rooney.