Startup plans genetically enhanced military dogs with advanced tech
A Texas defence startup plans to genetically modify dogs and equip them with military technology for US forces.
At a glance
- Texas-based startup Warhound plans to genetically modify dogs for military and police use
- The company is led by Palmer Luckey of Anduril and Ben Lamm of Colossal Biosciences
- Dogs will be equipped with military technology developed by Anduril
A new Texas-based defence startup plans to genetically enhance dogs and outfit them with military technology for use by US military and police forces. The company, called Warhound, is led by Palmer Luckey of defence technology firm Anduril and Ben Lamm, co-founder of Colossal Biosciences.
Details about the specific genetic modifications or technological systems planned remain limited in available reports.
Why it matters
The project represents a convergence of genetic engineering and military technology development in the United States.
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