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Herald Malaysia
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Herald Malaysia
Pope Leo XIV on AI: ‘All of us are concerned for children and young people'
Pope Leo XIV has issued a fresh warning about the negative effects that artificial intelligence (AI) can have on the 'intellectual and neurological development' of rising generations, along with a call to confront the 'loss of the sense of the human' that societies are experiencing. Jun 23, 2025 Credit: LookerStudio/Shutterstock By Victoria Cardiel Pope Leo XIV has issued a fresh warning about the negative effects that artificial intelligence (AI) can have on the 'intellectual and neurological development' of rising generations, along with a call to confront the 'loss of the sense of the human' that societies are experiencing. 'All of us, I am sure, are concerned for children and young people, and the possible consequences of the use of AI on their intellectual and neurological development,' the Holy Father said in a Friday message to participants at the second annual Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Ethics, and Corporate Governance, held June 19–20 in Rome. 'Our youth must be helped, and not hindered, in their journey toward maturity and true responsibility,' he indicated. He continued that young people are the 'hope for the future' and that the well-being of society 'depends upon their being given the ability to develop their God-given gifts and capabilities.' Thus, according to the message made public by the Vatican Press Office, the Holy Father assured that while never before has a generation had 'such quick access to the amount of information now available through AI,' this should not be confused with the ability to understand the workings of the world. 'Access to data — however extensive — must not be confused with intelligence,' he said. He added: 'Authentic wisdom has more to do with recognizing the true meaning of life than with the availability of data.' Similarly, he warned that AI can also be misused 'for selfish gain at the expense of others, or worse, to foment conflict and aggression.' At the beginning of his message, written in English, the pontiff stressed the 'urgent need' for 'serious reflection and ongoing discussion on the inherently ethical dimension of AI as well as its responsible governance.' Leo XIV was particularly pleased that the second day of this meeting took place in the Apostolic Palace and assured that it was 'a clear indication of the Church's desire to participate in these discussions.' The pontiff echoed the words of his predecessor, Pope Francis, in recalling that, despite being 'an exceptional product of human genius, AI is above all else a tool.' Therefore, 'tools point to the human intelligence that crafted them and draw much of their ethical force from the intentions of the individuals that wield them,' he underscored. Pope Leo went on to point out that, in many cases, AI has been used 'in positive and indeed noble ways to promote greater equality.' For example, in the uses it has been put to in the field of health research and scientific discovery. The Holy Father stressed that the evaluation of the benefits or risks of AI must be made 'in light of the 'integral development of the human person and society,' as noted in the recent Vatican document Antiqua et Nova . 'This entails taking into account the well-being of the human person not only materially but also intellectually and spiritually; it means safeguarding the inviolable dignity of each human person and respecting the cultural and spiritual riches and diversity of the world's peoples,' Leo insisted. In the face of enthusiasm for technological innovations, the pope warned against a loss of sensitivity to the human. 'As the late Pope Francis pointed out, our societies today are experiencing a certain 'loss, or at least an eclipse, of the sense of what is human,'' he recalled. In this regard, Leo made clear the role of the Catholic Church in weighing the ramifications of AI in light of the 'integral development of the human person and society.' Leo XIV also expressed his hope that the meeting's deliberations would include reflection on intergenerational roles in ethical formation. 'I express my hope that your deliberations will also consider AI within the context of the necessary intergenerational apprenticeship that will enable young people to integrate truth into their moral and spiritual life,' he concluded.--CNA
Associated Press
15-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
App Orchid Platform and Easy Answers(TM) Update Makes Your Data AI-Ready Faster
Advanced cognitive semantic layer accelerates next-gen AI, analytics and decision intelligence SAN RAMON, CA / ACCESS Newswire / May 15, 2025 / App Orchid, a leader in making data actionable with Artificial Intelligence (AI), today announced an update to its platform and Easy Answers™ solution, including new JDBC integrations with leading visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, and Looker Studio. Powered by App Orchid's patented knowledge graph technology, the platform creates a unique map of the data-capturing relationships, meaning, and context. By delivering structured, comprehensive datasets, organizations can maximize their existing BI investments and accelerate AI initiatives with greater accuracy and speed. The latest enhancements improve both functionality and usability, enabling businesses to eliminate data silos by integrating disparate data sources including external sources. Users can more efficiently monetize structured and unstructured data. Improved interpretability enables users to gain deeper insights with near 100% natural language query (text-to-SQL) accuracy. 'LLMs and AI tools offer tremendous potential, but they also introduce real challenges-hallucinations, inconsistent accuracy, hidden costs, and ongoing security concerns,' said Ravi Bommakanti, Chief Technology Officer at App Orchid. 'With this latest platform update, we've strengthened our semantic layer to directly address these issues. By providing the contextual intelligence needed to interpret enterprise data accurately, our platform enables more secure, consistent, and unified AI operations. It also reduces the overhead on data engineering teams, paving the way for more scalable and trustworthy AI adoption across the enterprise.' Expanding AI's Power Across Vertical and Functional Domains for Solution Creators App Orchid introduces powerful new features across core components, including the Ontology Composer, MSO Composer, and Insight Composer. Highlights include: Whether aiding supply chain management, optimizing marketing strategies, or enhancing customer experiences, App Orchid's enhanced platform equips enterprises with tools to uncover hidden opportunities, mitigate risks, and streamline operations. Making Complex Data Understandable, Accessible and Actionable App Orchid 4.2 continues to advance our mission to democratize getting insights from complex data through cutting-edge AI technology. The Easy Answers™ solution offers the following key capabilities: Through clear explain ability and advanced AI-driven tools, App Orchid 4.2 ensures businesses across industries can confidently leverage their unique data landscape for groundbreaking insights. A Shared Vision for Data Empowerment To support learning and adoption, App Orchid has released a preview of its new AO Knowledge Assistant, a GPT-powered interface for accessing all documentation, from platform features to Easy Answers. 'This version of App Orchid reaffirms our commitment to democratizing decision-making,' added Bommakanti. 'By leveraging advanced AI and natural language processing (NLP), the new AO Knowledge Assistant is like having a digital concierge to guide you.' With tools like Easy Answers™, powered by the platform, App Orchid customers have witnessed up to an 85% reduction in time to insight. Combined with knowledge-graph-driven precision, these tools empower all employees, regardless of their role or technical skills, to engage with data like never before. App Orchid's Easy Answers™ solution is available on the Google Cloud Platform Marketplace and the SAP Store. About App Orchid App Orchid is an AI platform company democratizing AI-powered Decision Intelligence. Our flagship product Easy Answers™ enables users to engage with data in plain English and get Advanced Analytics (dashboards and analytics created by AI), Quick Insights from native, patented AI models, and Generative Actions (AI-generated recommendations and applications) to support faster time-to-decision. The App Orchid platform enables a powerful, predictive data fabric that can integrate diverse multi-model data sources as well as embed advanced AI in everyday processes and strategic decisions across the enterprise visit. Interested in learning more about how we can assist you in leveraging your enterprise data to its fullest extent? We'd love to hear from you! Please visit Press Contact Kristin Canders Grithaus Agency (e) [email protected] (p) +1 (207) 974-7744 #### SOURCE: App Orchid press release
