Almost creating life (by my definition)

https://bigthink.com/surprising-science/scientists-create-a-lifelike-material-that-has-metabolism-and-can-self-reproduce?rebelltitem=6#rebelltitem6

Fascinating.  My definition of life is based on two necessities:  1)It must be able to take energy/sustenance from outside itself; 2)It must be able to reproduce consistently.
We're getting close...