Diseñar la 'persona perfecta': el ambicioso plan de las grandes tecnológicas de Silicon Valley
Periodista Portafolio16.01.2026 23:50 Actualizado: 18.01.2026 17:11
TL;DR
- Tech billionaires are investing in companies focused on genetic engineering and biotechnology.
- The goal is to influence the biological composition of future generations, moving beyond standard medical treatments.
- Companies like Genomic Prediction, Orchid, and Nucleus Genomics are developing tools for DNA analysis and risk prediction.
- Orchid offers genetic testing of embryos for around 2,000 euros, providing risk scores for diseases.
- The trend raises ethical concerns about technological eugenics and social inequality, with potential for standardizing traits.
- Despite being in early stages, the investment and interest indicate an urgent discussion is needed.