Quadriplegic Man Plays Games with Mind via Neuralink's 'Telepathy' Chip

March 21, 2024
Quadriplegic Man Plays Games with Mind via Neuralink's 'Telepathy' Chip
  • Noland Arbaugh, a quadriplegic, demonstrated the use of Neuralink's Telepathy brain chip by controlling a mouse cursor and playing video games without physical movement.

  • The implant operates in the brain's movement control area, enabling device control through user intention alone.

  • Arbaugh also showed his ability to play online chess and pause music with the implant, indicating a range of potential applications.

  • While Arbaugh has recovered from the surgery, he notes that the technology still has issues to be resolved.

  • Neuralink has obtained FDA approval for human clinical trials and is currently recruiting for a six-year study.

  • The company has faced criticism over the death of animals during its testing phase.

  • Elon Musk, the founder of Neuralink, is optimistic about the future benefits for patients with severe paralysis, though the technology's long-term success remains to be seen.

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