After fighting publicly, Sam Altman & Dario Amodei join hands; send letter to US Congress

AI leaders like Sam Altman and Dario Amodei, usually rivals, have united with other tech CEOs to urge Congress for mandatory screening of DNA synthesis orders. Citing AI's rapid advancement, they warn of eroding knowledge barriers for biological weapons development. The letter advocates for screening requests and recording data to prevent misuse and ensure traceability.