Summary: The aim of this project is to survey contemporary Orthodox Christian attitudes in “cradle” (traditionally Orthodox countries) and “diaspora” (migrants) Orthodox communities towards technological advancement, especially artificial intelligence/AI. The research questions the project will answer are as follows: Is there an Orthodox view of AI? If there is, is this view consistent with the overall Orthodox attitude towards scientific research and technological advancement? Does this view draw on theological anthropology? How would technological advancement and AI impact Orthodox Christians’ theological anthropology? Are there discernible differences regarding these matters between “cradle” and “diaspora” Orthodox communities? This project is necessary, first, because there exists almost no specialised literature on the topic of interest. Second, while the internet “apologists” debate the topic fiercely—especially in a conspiratorial sense—the Orthodox Churches have not taken yet official positions on AI. Third, the official positions on scientific research and technological advancement mainly discuss biotechnological developments, seemingly