Tomorrow’s leaders are no longer just presidents, prime ministers, or generals. Power to shape society is shifting toward those who design, manage, and own digital infrastructure. Tech founders and venture capitalists—those behind artificial intelligence, space technologies, social media, and cloud and data platforms—are becoming global power players, whose tools are not just products, but networks that influence how societies function, how people think, how wars are fought, and how peace is reached.
The Holy See maintains diplomatic ties with 184 nations, employing its unique authority to mediate conflicts and advocate for peace. In a world increasingly defined by geopolitical tensions, the role of technology in peacebuilding has never been more critical, from space technology and drones to geospatial data and artificial intelligence. Moreover, ideological battles take place in the digital realm. But reaching peace is not just a matter of data—it’s a matter of will, wisdom, and courage. Thus, evangelizing tech entrepreneurs should be an urgent priority for the Catholic Church.
