IN December 2023, I came across two interesting articles that made me think about artificial intelligence (AI) and the future — the first is Pope Francis' call for the global regulation of AI. Second is House Bill (HB) 9448, which aims to regulate the use of AI in the labor industry.

In his message last December 16, Pope Francis called for a global treaty to control the use of AI as it poses a significant threat at the individual and national levels. At the individual level, he said that AI can be used in determining job hiring, among others, and that this 'technology can lead to more automation of labor jobs.' At the national level, he was pertaining to AI-controlled weapons systems, which are a 'cause for grave ethical concern' as they can create conflict and disrupt peace, according to the pontiff. Despite his call for AI regulation, the Pope is not all against it. He recognizes the good opportunities we can benefit from, such as improving people's quality of life.