The discussion centers on the recent breakthrough by US scientists who have developed xenobots, the first living robots capable of a novel form of reproduction not observed in any known plants or animals. Originating from the stem cells of the African clawed frog, these tiny organisms, measuring less than a millimeter, were initially introduced in 2020 for their ability to move, collaborate, and self-heal. The researchers from the University of Vermont, Tufts University, and Harvard's Wyss Institute have revealed that xenobots can replicate by gathering loose stem cells to form new entities. While some express concern about the implications of this technology, others argue that xenobots are unlikely to survive outside controlled environments, as they would be quickly consumed or die in natural settings.
