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• [New] NIH-funded scientists identified genetic variations that put people at risk for several common and complex disorders, including breast cancer, gout, lung cancer, schizophrenia, glioblastoma, and blood cholesterol and lipid levels. National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• [New] The Cure Sickle Cell Initiative will take advantage of the latest genetic discoveries and technological advances to move the most promising genetic-based curative therapies safely into clinical trials within five to 10 years. / USA National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• [New] An early goal of the BRAIN Initiative, the BICCN will generate knowledge that is prerequisite to solving the mysteries of brain disorders, such as schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, and autism spectrum disorder. National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• [New] NIH issued a statement saying that it will not fund any use of gene-editing technologies in human embryos. National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• [New] NIH announced that it will establish up to 8 centers of excellence under the new Big Data to Knowledge initiative, designed to capitalize on the exponential growth of biomedical research data, such as from genomics, imaging, and electronic health records. National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• [New] At the University of Minnesota, machine learning models blend genomics, imaging, and longitudinal records to predict who will benefit from specific therapies and who will not. Binary Verse AI
• [New] The global expansion of genetic testing could lead to a new era of personalized medicine, with preventive and therapeutic approaches tailored to individuals' unique genetic profiles, ushering in the age of precision medicine. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Within the next decade, gene therapy could offer effective treatments for more patients with genetic diseases. CNA
• [New] A top United States regulator plans to unveil a faster approach to approving custom gene-editing treatments, a move designed to unleash a wave of industry investment that will yield cures for patients with rare diseases. financialpost
• [New] A top US regulator plans to unveil a faster approach to approving custom gene-editing treatments, a move designed to unleash a wave of industry investment that will yield cures for patients with rare diseases. Bloomberg
• [New] AI-generated malware remains inferior to human-created threats. Tech Startups - Startups and Technology news
• [New] Enhanced cybersecurity measures are a critical priority, given that the rapid adoption of generative AI introduces new vulnerabilities, with the global cost of cybercrime projected to reach US$ 10.5 trillion in 2025. FinancialContent
• [New] Ukraine's CERT-UA has observed Russian hackers using AI to automate cyberattacks, generate malware, and exploit zero-click vulnerabilities, marking a shift toward Steal & Go operations and AI-assisted hybrid warfare coordinated with missile strikes. EU DisinfoLab
• [New] DHS will not request DNA testing for all applications or petitions where a genetic relationship or biological sex is relevant or claimed. Federal Register
• [New] DHS will only require, request, or accept DNA testing to prove or disprove a claimed, or unclaimed genetic relationship or to confirm biological sex. Federal Register
• [New] DHS's ability to collect biometrics, including DNA, regardless of a minor's age, will allow DHS to accurately prove or disprove claimed genetic relationships among apprehended aliens and ensure that unaccompanied alien children are properly identified and cared for. Federal Register
• [New] By 2025, the global workforce is poised to witness a significant transformation, with AI-generated opportunities becoming a cornerstone of career growth and economic evolution. ""
• [New] Gene drive technology is rapidly advancing, offering powerful new tools with the potential to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges in public health and environmental conservation. Crop Biotech Update
• [New] While the United States is vocal on the issue of defence against genome editing, it can be speculated that it might also be active on the offensive side, through its military R&D. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Abroad, researchers like Felix Oyelami apply bioinformatics to breast cancer studies, uncovering gene-level vulnerabilities that could help improve treatment outcomes for Nigerian patients. Healthwise
• [New] AI, will represent Sarawak's name globally in high-tech fields including space technology, power grid monitoring, and healthcare. DayakDaily
• [New] The SAF records system will be integrated with the Next Generation Electronic Medical Record (NGEMR) system currently used in the NHG Health and National University Health System clusters. ST
• [New] SAF medical systems will integrate with the Next Generation Electronic Medical Record by 2028 for centralised records. ST

Last updated: 09 November 2025