AI can now design viruses, raising new biosecurity risks - Earth.com

Scientists have used AI to create viral genomes in labs, raising biosecurity concerns. AI can also redesign toxins to evade DNA synthesis safety checks, leading to potential misuse. Despite these risks, AI tools can also accelerate the discovery of antibiotics, vaccines, and phage therapies. The study emphasizes the need for biosecurity policies and better training to prevent misuse of biological tools.