Based on publications and proposals from AI experts, Testbiotech proposes ten measures for discussion to mitigate the risks of these developments, taking particular account of risks to the environment and biodiversity (biosafety):
1. Promote risk research
2. Agree on international control mechanisms
3. Regulate access to particularly sensitive information and tools
4. Build expertise in civil society
5. Reduce the influence of industry
6. Expand state capacities to protect people and the environment
7. Strengthen international cooperation
8. Strengthen the precautionary principle
9. Reduce incentives for ethically problematic research
10. Expand technology assessment
Publication date / last update:
March 2026