How much total investment was announced for a major AI biology data initiative involving the U.S. government, Google and Meta in October 2026?

A. $180 million
B. $500 million
C. $1.8 billion
D. $5 billion

The U.S. government, Meta and Google joined the nonprofit Biohub in a $1.8 billion effort to create open datasets for AI-based biological research.
The initiative aims to help researchers understand how cells respond to different conditions and accelerate drug development.

Q: What is the initiative called?
A: Virtual Biology Initiative.

Q: Which nonprofit is leading the initiative?
A: Biohub.

Q: Which major technology companies are involved?
A: Meta and Google.

Q: What field will benefit from the project?
A: Biological and medical research.

Q: What is the expected benefit of AI in this project?
A: Faster scientific research and potentially faster drug development.

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