Two popes, two industrial revolutions — and one warning for Big AI
The encyclicals Rerum Novarum by Pope Leo XIII and Magnifica Humanitas by Pope Leo XIV emphasize the importance of worker power, shared ownership, and the need for stricter regulations on the control of emerging technologies, particularly in the context of industrial revolutions.
WPN Brief
- What Happened
The encyclicals Rerum Novarum by Pope Leo XIII and Magnifica Humanitas by Pope Leo XIV emphasize the importance of worker power, shared ownership, and the need for stricter regulations on the control of emerging technologies, particularly in the context of industrial revolutions.
- Why It Matters
This development highlights a growing concern regarding the influence of Big AI, suggesting that ethical considerations and worker rights must be prioritized as technology continues to evolve and reshape industries.