Exogenesis

From Gothpoodle

This controversial company was the research arm of System Technologies AG, dedicated to exploring cuttingedge nanotechnology and artificial intelligence. Exogenesis was a pioneer in human uploading and advanced cybershells, and operated exclusively in the Deep Beyond, outside the strictures of most terrestrial laws. It was unusual in that it placed sapient AIs, ghosts, and high-end bioroids in management positions. Although profitable, it became something of an embarrassment for its cash-strapped parent company, and in 2099 was sold off to Nanodynamics. However, the merger was not a happy one, as Nanodynamics management refused to recognize the freedoms that Exogenesis had granted its nonhuman research staff and project leaders. This led to labor disputes, and in some cases outright rebellion. Nanodynamics is now employing EDI mercenaries to regain control of its stations.

Exogenesis is based in Exogenesis Station on the asteroid Vesta.