Pope Issues Encyclical Addressing Artificial Intelligence

A papal encyclical on artificial intelligence was released on May 25, 2026. The document examines how the technology interacts with human society and ethical questions.

Background on the Encyclical Encyclicals are formal letters issued by the pope that address major issues facing the church and the world. This latest encyclical follows the established practice of using the format to comment on contemporary developments.

The text discusses artificial intelligence in the context of modern life and its broader implications. No specific policy recommendations or regulatory positions are detailed in the initial reports. " The encyclical marks the first time the format has been applied to this subject by the current pontiff.