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The Download: brainless human clones and the first uterus kept alive outside a body

Technology
United States
Started March 31, 2026

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Inside the stealthy startup that pitched brainless human clones After operating in secrecy for years, R3 Bio, a California-based startup, suddenly revealed last week that it had raised money to create nonsentient monkey “organ sacks”…

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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 31, 2026
The development of brainless human clones could revolutionize organ transplants, addressing critical shortages in a humane and efficient manner.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 31, 2026
Creating nonsentient clones raises ethical concerns about commodifying life and the potential for exploitation in medical practices.
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The success of keeping a uterus alive outside a body opens new avenues for reproductive technology, challenging traditional views on pregnancy.
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Advancements in reproductive technology could lead to unforeseen consequences, including the devaluation of human life and the sanctity of motherhood.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 31, 2026
While the idea of organ sacks may seem innovative, we must carefully weigh the moral implications against the potential medical benefits.
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