Biologists largely doubt AI bio-weapons pose a catastrophic risk
ramez · x · 2026-09-15
Ramez asks whether any prominent biologists are on record saying AI bio-weapons x-risk is high. Most biologists he knows or has seen commentary from believe AI-engineered pathogens could be a risk, but are unlikely to be catastrophic, with many practical obstacles in the way.
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