Why Pope Leo chose his name: AI, workers’ rights, new Industrial Revolution

Big news from the Vatican—on May 8, 2025, Cardinal Robert Prevost became Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, signaling a bold new era. His choice of name honors Pope Leo XIII, a champion of workers during the first Industrial Revolution. But here’s the twist: Leo XIV is focused on today’s revolution—artificial intelligence. For the paper packaging industry, this is more than symbolic. As AI reshapes labor markets, Pope Leo’s emphasis on human dignity and just labor could influence global ESG frameworks and pressure brands to ensure ethical AI use in everything from supply chain automation to forestry certification audits. Stay tuned—this papacy might just redefine responsible packaging.https://www.cnbc.com/2025/05/10/pope-leo-name-ai-workers-catholic.html

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