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The U.S. Department of Commerce is set to introduce new export controls on biotechnology equipment starting in 2025, aiming to prevent the potential military use of such technology by foreign adversaries. These controls will target equipment like DNA synthesizers, which could be used to develop biological weapons or enhance military capabilities. The move is part of a broader effort to safeguard national security by restricting the export of technologies that could be repurposed for harmful ends. The regulations will require licenses for exporting this equipment to countries of concern, with the goal of balancing the promotion of beneficial biotech research with the prevention of its misuse. This initiative reflects growing concerns over the dual-use nature of advanced technologies and underscores the U.S.'s commitment to non-proliferation in the biotech sector.

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