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Google DeepMind introduces SynthID Bio for watermarking AI-designed proteinsSynthID Bio is designed to preserve biological function and natural diversity while embedding an imperceptible signature. Google positions the system as a way to improve provenance, biosecurity and screening of synthetic biological designs.→AI-enabled biology is broadening the biosecurity threat modelAxios reported on research in which AI helped design synthetic viruses able to infect and kill E. coli, while substantial manual laboratory work remained necessary. The same reporting notes that these tools could support biodefence as well as increase biological risk.→AI-enabled biology is intensifying concerns about accidental pathogen releasesRecent work has demonstrated AI-assisted design of synthetic viruses able to infect and kill E. coli, while experts warn that AI may allow less-experienced actors to navigate complex biological experiments. The same tools could also improve biodefence, and substantial laboratory and physical barriers remain.→