New guidelines in assisted reproductive technology are set to allow donations of genetic material from known donors. Previously, donor anonymity was standard practice. These changes represent a significant shift in the landscape of assisted reproduction, offering intended parents greater potential for connection with the donor. The specific details of how this partial lifting of anonymity will be implemented are still being clarified. Advocates suggest this move will benefit children born through donation, allowing them potential access to medical history and the possibility of contact with their donor in the future. The new regulations aim to balance the rights of all parties involved – the donor, the recipient parents, and the child. Further discussion and legal frameworks are expected to follow this initial announcement.