AI Can Design Viruses - Bioweapon Fears Emerge
Groundbreaking research reveals AI systems can now design biological pathogens, sparking urgent warnings about catastrophic biosecurity risks and the potential for AI-powered biological weapons.
Groundbreaking research reveals AI systems can now design biological pathogens, sparking urgent warnings about catastrophic biosecurity risks and the potential for AI-powered biological weapons.
Australian authorities issue a major biosecurity warning after discovering destructive Khapra beetle larvae in baby nappy products. The invasive species poses a severe threat to agriculture and stored food supplies.
Massive swarms of the invasive Spotted Lanternfly are appearing on weather radar systems along America's East Coast, raising serious biosecurity and agricultural concerns as the species rapidly expands its territory.
A highly pathogenic avian influenza strain has been detected in poultry flocks across Massachusetts and Oregon, prompting urgent containment measures and nationwide surveillance efforts.
Australia confirms its first major outbreak of the highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu. As UK authorities ramp up biosecurity, we examine the global implications and the urgent measures being taken to protect farms and wildlife.
US authorities confirm the first mainland case of the deadly New World screwworm parasite in over half a century. The flesh-eating larvae were found in a stray dog in Florida, sparking a major biosecurity alert and fears for livestock and public health.
A Queensland woman has been sentenced to prison for illegally importing rare cacti, highlighting Australia's strict biosecurity laws.
Travellers are being warned that taking apple pips abroad could result in unexpected fines due to strict biosecurity laws in popular destinations like Australia and New Zealand.
The Australian government has ended its long-standing ban on US beef imports, stating that new safety protocols effectively mitigate biosecurity risks.