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With three patients already using Neuralink's brain device and FDA-approved trials, Elon Musk's company expects to have 30 new implants to treat paralysis and control devices with the mind by 2025.
Controlling a computer or smartphone with just your mind. This is the reality that Neuralink, Elon Musk's company, is making possible. Recently, Musk announced that the third patient has successfully received the brain device developed by the company. And the best part: all the implants are working perfectly!
The Neuralink founder also revealed bold plans for 2025: to perform 20 to 30 additional implants. But what all this means for technology and human health? Let's explore together this future that has already begun.
What is Neuralink and what is it developing?
Neuralink is a revolutionary startup that aims to unite human and machine brains. Founded by Musk, the company believes that brain devices could be the key to overcoming physical limitations, treating neurological diseases, and eventually expanding human capabilities.
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Neuralink's devices are tiny chips implanted directly into the brain. These implants connect electrodes to brain tissue, allowing communication between the brain and external devices, such as smartphones or computers. The surgery, although complex, uses highly precise robots to minimize risks.
Recent Updates: Three Successful Implants
During an event in Las Vegas, broadcast live on X (formerly Twitter), Musk shared the news: three people now have Neuralink implants. According to him, the devices are working well, demonstrating a significant improvement compared to the first patient, Noland Arbaugh, who received the implant a year ago.
Neuralink has two studies registered with the FDA. The Prime Study, which involves five patients, aims to help people with paralysis control external devices using their minds. The Convoy Study, which involves three patients, seeks to develop control of assistive robotic arms. These studies are crucial steps in validating the safety and efficacy of the technology.
The Revolutionary Impact of Brain Implants
Neuralink’s implants promise to transform the lives of people with debilitating conditions such as paralysis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Imagine regaining the ability to interact with the world with just your thoughts – it’s like giving wings to someone who’s never had the chance to fly.
Neuralink plans to ramp up testing in 2025, with 20 to 30 new implants. If successful, this initiative could pave the way for the technology to be used on a larger scale, bringing benefits to millions of people around the world.
Despite its promise, Neuralink's technology raises concerns. What are the risks of opening the skull to implant these devices? Are we ready to deal with ethical issues, such as the privacy of brain data or unequal access to technology? These are questions that need to be answered as we move forward in this revolution.
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