Read the full article on our website

"...Interestingly, Leo also explicitly condemns attempts to use AI and related technologies for transhuman endeavours: “humanity – in all its grandeur and woundedness – must never be replaced or surpassed."

This is particularly remarkable as it is highly unusual that a public figure of his holiness’ stature explicitly rejects transhumanism.

Nevertheless, it is important to not overstate Leo’s position. Although he obviously dislikes AI [...] the Pope states that “[w]e can embrace the technological progress that alleviates suffering and unlocks new possibilities, provided that we do not abandon the very essence of our humanity, namely the capacity for relationship and love.”