The technological revolution of recent decades has raised profound questions about humanity’s future. Issues such as artificial intelligence, genetic modification, and biotechnology demand an ethical response based on dignity and the common good. Through documents such as ‘Dignitas Personae’ and Pope Francis’s commitment to the ethics of artificial intelligence, the Church has sought to articulate a vision that guides technological development toward human and responsible use.
Genetic Manipulation and Cloning: The Church has made clear that any genetic intervention that alters the integrity of the human person is morally unacceptable. Although it supports the use of technology to cure diseases and improve health, it opposes human cloning and the genetic modification of embryos for purposes of ‘enhancement.’
Artificial Intelligence: The use of artificial intelligence raises questions about human control, privacy, and moral responsibility. The Church has advocated an approach that places technology at the service of human beings and has warned against the creation of autonomous machines that can make ethical or even lethal decisions. The Vatican has supported the ‘Rome Call for AI Ethics,’ a global initiative that promotes transparency and respect for human rights in the use of AI.
