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7 August 2026
AI models design viruses not found in nature for first time
Researchers from Stanford University have synthesised brand-new, self-replicating viruses using genomes designed by artificial intelligence for the first time, raising the possibility of significant medical advancements but also prompting concerns the technology could be misused.
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