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Catholic Tech Week
[edit]Catholic Tech Week is an annual gathering that brings together thought leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and theologians to explore the intersection of technology and Catholic social teachings. Hosted as part of the 2025 Jubilee celebrations, the event seeks to inspire dialogue and innovation aligned with the Church's moral principles, emphasizing human dignity, social justice, and environmental stewardship.
Overview
[edit]Catholic Tech Week takes place at Castel Gandolfo, Italy, featuring keynote speeches, panel discussions, and workshops led by technology founders, academics, and Church leaders. The event is organized by the Catholic Institute of Technology in collaboration with the Vatican Pilgrimage Office. Its primary focus is fostering sustainable and ethical technological advancements that resonate with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Objectives
[edit]- Encourage innovations that align with Catholic values.
- Facilitate dialogue between the tech sector and the Church.
- Highlight the Church’s role in shaping a just and compassionate technological future.
Key Features
[edit]- Keynote Addresses: Delivered by global tech leaders and theologians.
- Workshops and Panels: Topics include AI ethics, sustainability in tech, and the Church's role in digital evangelization.
- Networking Opportunities: Connects startups, venture capitalists, academics, and clergy.
History
[edit]Catholic Tech Week debuted in 2025 as part of the Church's Jubilee celebrations. It aims to fill the gap often left by secular tech conferences by integrating Catholic social teachings into discussions on technological innovation.
Location
[edit]The event is hosted in Castel Gandolfo, a site of historical and spiritual significance, providing a serene backdrop for thoughtful dialogue and innovation.
Vatican's Engagement with Technology
[edit]The Catholic Church has a history of engaging with technological advancements. For instance, the Vatican has initiated projects like the digitization of the Vatican Apostolic Archive using artificial intelligence to transcribe historical manuscripts.[1]
Additionally, the Vatican has collaborated with tech companies to enhance accessibility to its cultural heritage. In 2024, the Vatican and Microsoft unveiled a digital twin of St. Peter’s Basilica, utilizing AI to allow virtual visits and assist in conservation efforts.[2]
Pope Francis has also emphasized the ethical use of artificial intelligence, calling for its development to be aligned with human dignity and the common good.[3]
External Links
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Artificial Intelligence is Cracking Open the Vatican's Secret Archives". The Atlantic. 30 April 2018.
- ^ "Vatican and Microsoft create AI-generated St. Peter's Basilica to allow virtual visits, log damage". Associated Press News. 11 November 2024.
- ^ "Pope Francis urges ethical use of artificial intelligence - Vatican News". 27 March 2023.