Elon Musk announced on Twitter that Neuralink successfully implanted a brain chip in a human, with promising results in neuron spike detection. The chip, about the size of a quarter, has threadlike electrodes implanted in the brain's movement control region. Musk teased a new product called "Telepathy," hinting at controlling devices with thoughts. The procedure follows Neuralink's FDA approval in May 2023, with Musk planning to get his own implant. Neuralink faced drama over animal welfare accusations, and Musk was investigated for securities fraud. The company was fined $2,480 for violating hazardous material rules. The future with Neuralink is shaping up, and it's wild!
- Elon Musk reveals Neuralink successfully implanted brain chip in a human.
- Patient is recovering well, showing promising neuron spike detection.
- Quarter-size chip with threadlike electrodes placed in the brain's movement control region.
- Neuralink's upcoming product named "Telepathy" aims to allow controlling devices by thought.
- Initial users targeted are those who have lost limb function.
- Musk confirms he will also receive a Neuralink implant.
- Procedure follows Precision Neuroscience's June 2023 brain implant.
- Neuralink approved by FDA for human study in May 2023, recruiting participants since September.
- Neuralink faced accusations of violating Animal Welfare Act, but Agriculture Department found minimal issues.
- Lawmakers investigated Musk for securities fraud, alleging misinformation about Neuralink's safety.
- Neuralink fined $2,480 for violating U.S. Department of Transportation rules on hazardous materials.
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