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90 scientists sign letter aimed at preventing AI bioweapons.
That’s a haunting thought, but the letter outlines principles for the responsible use of AI in designing new proteins (aka the building blocks of life). The fear is that AI could be used to generate new viruses or toxins. That said, the letter doesn’t seek to ban AI use completely — in fact the scientists say the benefits outweigh the harms. Rather, they’re hoping to regulate the actual equipment used to generate new genetic materials.
Dozens of Top Scientists Sign Effort to Prevent A.I. Bioweapons
[The New York Times]
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