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AI is eroding barriers that kept biological weapons rare

Original: AI is eroding the barriers that kept biological weapons rare

An analysis argues that artificial intelligence is dismantling the practical obstacles that historically kept biological weapons out of reach, such as scarce expertise, difficult access, and complex lab work. As AI tools make it easier to design pathogens or obtain dangerous knowledge, experts warn that existing safeguards may no longer be enough.

Why now: Fears about AI enabling misuse in biotechnology and biosecurity are growing as the technology advances rapidly.

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