Basilica, AI and Vatican

Vatican creates exhibit that will replicate St. Peter's Basilica using AI
"The People's Basilica" is a 3D replica of St. Peter's Basilica that was made using AI in the Vatican. NBC News' Claudio Lavanga has more on the exhibit and how the model was made.
Vatican, Microsoft create AI-generated St. Peter’s Basilica to allow virtual visits, log damage
A digital twin of St. Peter’s Basilica has been created using artificial intelligence to explore one of the world’s most important monument’s.
From AI And 400,000 Photos, A Richly Detailed St. Peter’s Basilica
Microsoft teams with the Vatican and French startup Iconem to create an intricately detailed digital twin of St. Peter’s Basilica that visitors can explore from anywhere.
Vatican unveils AI services for St. Peter's Basilica ahead of Jubilee
The Vatican launched on Monday new Artificial Intelligence-enabled services for St Peter's Basilica, allowing virtual access to its Renaissance-era architectural treasures for all and enhanced tours for visitors.
Vatican, Microsoft use AI to create a digital St. Peter’s Basilica that allows virtual visits, logs damage
The heart of the project is the creation of a digital twin of St. Peter’s Basilica through advanced photogrammetry and artificial intelligence that allows anyone to “visit” the church and learn about its history.
Vatican launches AI-generated version of St Peter’s Basilica
St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City has been recreated in digital form using the latest developments in artificial intelligence. “Through the digital twin, people worldwide can explore and engage with the Basilica’s rich history and architecture, regardless of their physical location,” says a Vatican statement.
Microsoft and The Vatican partner to create a digital twin of St. Peter's Basilica
Catholic authorities collaborated with Microsoft to develop a digital twin of St. Peter's Basilica, one of the most important Christian churches and a globally renowned tourist
Vatican, Microsoft create AI-generated St. Peter’s Basilica
The Vatican and Microsoft on Monday unveiled a digital twin of St. Peter's Basilica that uses artificial intelligence to explore one of the world's most important monument's while helping the Holy See manage visitor flows and identify conservation problems.
The Vatican’s partnership with Microsoft: Showcasing St. Peter’s Basilica through AI technology
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Visitors to Rome will have the opportunity to experience St. Peter’s Basilica in a new way as part of an immersive exhibit, both in person and online, created through a partnership between the Vatican and Microsoft using AI technology.
Microsoft and Vatican create 3D digital twin of St. Peter’s Basilica with help from AI
The project allows virtual visitors to explore the landmark and aids conservation efforts by identifying structural issues ahead of the 2025 Jubilee. View on euronews
Why Vatican agreed to create an AI-backed 'digital twin' of St. Peter's Basilica
A Microsoft executive said the Philippines was one of the groups they "thought the most" as they worked on the ambitious project.
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PHOTOS: Discover the History of St. Peter’s Basilica in New Microsoft Online AI-Enhanced 3D Model
Online visitors can navigate the Vatican basilica’s mosaics, the cupola, the underground necropolis and Peter’s tomb. A ...
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The Vatican responds to Donald Trump’s re-election as president
Inside the Vatican’s Colleen Dulle and Gerard O’Connell unpack the Vatican’s response to the re-election of Donald Trump as ...