Scientists used AI to create 16 new viruses; safety concerns arise as AI-designed viruses prompt regulatory questions
Read the original at www.wired.com→The use of AI systems to create viruses opens up new possibilities for combating bacterial resistance. It also raises concerns about the pace at which technology is outstripping regulation.
Original headline: "Scientists Used AI to Create 16 New Viruses"
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- Aug 6, 18:47 UTC Hacker News (AI) Safety fears as scientists make first viruses designed by AI
- Aug 7, 14:13 UTC Wired AI lead source Scientists Used AI to Create 16 New Viruses