Risks of Malicious Bioengineering
Advances in synthetic biology have unlocked unprecedented innovations, but also raise concerns about the potential for harmful bioengineering. Preventing misuse requires robust screening and control measures around DNA synthesis. Implementation must be coordinated and universal to effectively minimize the risk of malicious actors.
Foundational Capabilities (3)
Implement advanced, potentially cryptographic (where appropriate), and/or adversarial AI-based DNA synthesis screening methods to prevent misuse and ensure biosecurity.
Integrate hardware-based locks into DNA synthesizers to ensure secure operation and prevent unauthorized use. Enhance systems for detecting and reporting flagged orders—enabling cross-verification with other intelligence data—and secure AI-driven biodesign tools to mitigate potential biosecurity risks.