Vatican Urges Bishops to Avoid Polarization and Toxicity on Social Media

The Vatican issued guidelines encouraging responsible social media use, especially for bishops and Catholic leaders.
The guidelines warn against remaining in echo chambers, spreading misinformation, and behavior that divides people.
The guidelines particularly single out Catholic leaders who spread polemics and division on social media.
The Vatican warns against the influence of "AI" in coming years and the data collection and fake news prevalent on social media.
The Vatican urges engaging in respectful dialogue and avoiding extremism to promote unity.