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AI models trained in biology may need safeguards against bioweapon creation

Carl Zimmer reports on AI and bioweapon risk

1 Sep 14 5:02 AM · 13d ago · 4 articles · 3 posts · 3 sources · development 1 of 1

The New York Times publishes an analysis of whether AI is raising the chances of biological warfare. The article notes that current chatbots are unlikely to help lone actors invent deadly pathogens, but warns that newer models trained in biology may need stronger safeguards.

“Current chatbots aren't likely to help lone actors invent a deadly pathogen, experts say. But newer models, trained in biology, may need stronger safeguards.”

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  1. 3 outlets Is A.I. Raising the Chances of Biological Warfare?

    first by Mastodon, 13d ago · also NYT, NYT Science

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