Ars Technica ยท Jun 11, 2026 12:44 UTC The first complex cells had genes from a complex mix of species Read full story on Ars Technica Share AI disclosure Summary Our ancestors' genomes were built through successive waves of gene transfers. Original reporting Open original source Read full article on Ars Technica Get the AFBytes Brief Major stories, AI-assisted analysis, and what to watch next. Free, monthly, unsubscribe anytime. Subscribe