A new ai startup called astromech has been launched by ben lamm, who is also involved with colossal biosciences. The startup has reportedly secured $30 million in funding and may have achieved a valuation of $2 billion, although the details of its financing are not entirely clear. Astromech is said to be focused on ai-biotechnology innovation, spinning out of colossal biosciences, which is known for its work in de-extinction and biotechnology.