Elon Musk's Neuralink has achieved a significant milestone as its first patient, a 29-year-old named Noland Arbaugh, demonstrated the ability to share a Tweet on X/Twitter 'just by thinking'. Arbaugh received the implant in January and recently showcased his newfound capability on the platform, humorously recounting an incident where he was mistaken for a bot by Twitter but reinstated by X and Elon Musk.
The interaction between Arbaugh and Musk continued, with Musk acknowledging the historic moment by highlighting that it was the 'first ever post made just by thinking' using the Neuralink Telepathy device. This breakthrough follows a video released by Neuralink showing Arbaugh, who is paralyzed due to a diving accident, controlling a cursor with his mind, playing chess, and even turning off a laptop's music.
Musk expressed optimism about the long-term potential of the technology, suggesting that it could eventually help individuals with spinal injuries regain mobility and use their limbs normally. The video generated significant attention, with many viewers expressing hope for a future where conditions like blindness and paralysis could be effectively treated.
Despite the positive reception, there were also skeptics who raised concerns about the potential risks associated with such advanced brain-computer interfaces, citing dystopian sci-fi scenarios. Neuralink is currently preparing for its first round of clinical trials for the 'Prime Study', a Precise Robotically Implanted Brain-Computer Interface.
Individuals interested in participating in the trial, which is expected to span around six years, can now register their interest. The developments in neural technology by Neuralink represent a significant step forward in the field of neurotechnology, offering new possibilities for individuals with neurological conditions.
