Does gene technology have implications on society?

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Gene technology has significant implications for society, particularly concerning genetic modifications in organisms. The discussion highlights concerns about the safety and health effects of genetically modified organisms, such as fish that have been altered to glow in the dark. There are questions regarding the potential risks to human health if these genetically modified fish enter the natural environment and are consumed. The ethical considerations of altering the genetic makeup of living beings and the long-term consequences on ecosystems and food safety are also central to the conversation. Overall, the implications of gene technology extend beyond scientific advancements to encompass health, ethics, and environmental concerns.
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Does gene technology have implications on society?

what do you people think?
 
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What do you think of more specifically ?
 
Clearly, yes...
 
I have watched a TV program about how people inject chemical substances into a fish so that it shines like a little torch in water at night, and how they change the fish's gene to turn them shiny.
A question is if those fish are out into natural environment and someone eats them, how healthy will he be ?
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