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Advances in gene editing technology are raising the possibility of selecting desirable traits for offspring, such as appearance and intelligence. This development, often referred to as 'designer babies,' is becoming a reality due to rapid progress in genetic modification techniques. While the technology offers potential benefits, it also sparks significant ethical debates and societal concerns about its implications. The ability to pre-determine a child's characteristics raises questions about human diversity and the potential for exacerbating social inequalities.

The rapid development of gene editing technology for human reproduction raises profound ethical questions about altering the human germline and its long-term societal consequences.