Overview

• Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, explained his papal name choice as a tribute to Pope Leo XIII, who addressed social issues during the industrial revolution.
• In his first formal address to the College of Cardinals, he highlighted artificial intelligence as a transformative challenge to human dignity, justice, and labor.
• The pope affirmed his commitment to continuing Pope Francis's initiatives on ethical AI and digital outreach, including the Rome Call for AI Ethics.
• Following the address, Pope Leo XIV visited the Madonna del Buon Consiglio sanctuary in Genazzano, reflecting his ties to the Augustinian Order and his devotion to Mary.
• The Vatican has previously issued a document on AI ethics, emphasizing its limitations and risks, a framework Pope Leo XIV indicated he would build upon.