Pope Leo XIV released the encyclical "Magnifica Humanitas" on May 25, 2026, addressing the ethical integration of artificial intelligence into society. The encyclical emphasizes safeguarding the human person in the context of AI advancements.

Pope Leo XIV’s 2026 encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, focuses on protecting human dignity in the context of advancing artificial intelligence. It advocates for a dynamic and Gospel-faithful update to the Church's Social Doctrine, emphasizing principles such as the common good, subsidiarity, solidarity, and social justice.