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Scientists have used AI to design and build entirely new viruses from scratch—functional, never-before-seen bacteriophages that can infect antibiotic-resistant E. coli. Trained on millions of genetic sequences, the AI generated thousands of novel virus blueprints, 16 of which successfully replicated in the lab. These AI-designed phages outperformed natural ones against resistant strains, offering a powerful new tool for fighting superbugs. But with this breakthrough comes a chilling warning: AI’s rapid evolution outpaces regulatory safeguards, raising fears of weaponization and the urgent need for global oversight.

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