Rahul Bhagat
Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain chip startup, implanted its first chip in a human, showing promising results in detecting neuron spikes.
FDA approval was obtained for Neuralink's human trial, and volunteers were sought for chip implants.
Elon Musk revealed on X that Neuralink's initial product, called Telepathy, enables phone and computer control through thought.
The technology aims to empower those with limb disabilities by allowing device control through neural signals.
Musk highlighted the potential for faster communication, envisioning scenarios like Stephen Hawking typing at an accelerated pace.
Neuralink's success with animal tests, including monkeys playing games with brain signals, sparked criticism from animal rights groups.
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