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Pope Leo XIV Reminds World That AIs Aren’t Conscious Beings, Urges Autonomous Weapon Ban

Source: GizmodoTom McKayOctober 31, 2026
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Pope Leo XIV has publicly challenged the notion that computers possess souls or consciousness. In addition to these philosophical views, he is urging the world to implement a ban on the use of autonomous weaponry.

Key points

  • Pope Leo XIV denies that AI can be conscious.
  • The Pope is calling for a global ban on autonomous weapons.

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