Inside Putin's multi-billion dollar quest for immortality through biotechnology
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Miles Bryan, Noel King
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The article explores Vladimir Putin's reported obsession with extending his lifespan through advanced biotechnology, including organ replacement, cryogenics, and genetic research. It references a leaked conversation between Putin and Xi Jinping about living to 150, and details a massive state-funded program in Russia involving mini pigs for organ harvesting, cryo chambers, and billions of dollars in investment. The reporting by Wall Street Journal correspondent Bojan Pancevski uncovers the extent of Putin's personal interest in immortality research and the scientific and ethical implications.
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· 3 pulledPutin is quite serious about his issues. So I decided to look up and see what he was talking about. It turned out he was actually referencing a state program.
Last fall, a hot mic caught Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping gabbing — through a translator — about how organ replacement may soon allow people to live to 150 or older.
Cryo chambers, mini pigs, and $26 billion are fueling his quest for immortality.
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