The Download: engineered microbes for crops, and OpenAI’s culture problem

The piece examines how engineered microbes could enhance crop fertilization while lowering the energy use and emissions tied to conventional fertilizers. It also raises concerns about OpenAI’s internal culture, suggesting that cultural issues may impact the safety of its AI systems. The article links biotechnological progress with discussions of AI risk management.

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