Neuralink enables quadriplegic to play video games with thoughts

South China Morning Post March 21, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC

Elon Musk's Neuralink Corp. showcased a brain implant allowing a quadriplegic patient to play video games using thoughts. The patient, Noland Arbaugh, found the surgery easy and life-changing. Neuralink's device, with more electrodes than others, offers potential for various applications. Unlike other brain devices, Neuralink's implant doesn't require a wired connection to external devices. Other companies like Braingate are also developing similar technology.


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