Scientists used AI to build 16 new viruses, raising fears of AI-designed bioweapons
Scientists designed 16 new bacteriophages using AI, specifically genome language models Evo 1 and Evo 2, to combat E. coli. This breakthrough, published in Science, raises concerns over the potential for AI-generated bioweapons, as experts note the lack of biosecurity governance in generative genome design. Ongoing discussions about regulatory frameworks are expected as the implications unfold.