Protecting Synthetic Biology IP: New Export Controls.
This act establishes new rules for exporting digital sequences of synthetic DNA and RNA. Its purpose is to safeguard U.S. intellectual property and sensitive data from transfer to entities in countries deemed a concern, thereby protecting national security and biotechnology innovation. For citizens, this means companies and researchers in synthetic biology will need special licenses for international data transfers.
Key points
Requires a license for exporting digital synthetic DNA or RNA sequences to foreign entities of concern to protect innovation.
Aims to prevent intellectual property theft and exploitation of sensitive data by foreign governments, enhancing national security.
Introduces new obligations for synthetic biology researchers and companies regarding international collaboration and data transfer.
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