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Neuralink's first human patient able to control mouse through thinking: Elon Musk
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Elon Musk announced that the first human implanted with a brain-chip from Neuralink has fully recovered and can control a computer mouse using their thoughts. The patient showed no ill effects, and Neuralink is now focusing on increasing the number of mouse button clicks achieved through the chip. The startup aims to enable people to control a computer cursor or keyboard using their thoughts and has plans to use the chip to treat conditions such as obesity, autism, depression, and schizophrenia. Neuralink has faced scrutiny and recently received fines for violating transportation rules.
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Neuralink's first human patient able to control mouse through thinking, Musk says
Reuters
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1y ago
Medial
Neuralink's first human patient, who was implanted with a brain-chip, has shown complete recovery, according to Elon Musk. The patient is now able to control a computer mouse by just thinking. Neuralink aims to gather as many mouse button clicks as possible from the patient. The startup, with a valuation of $5 billion, envisions its technology being used to treat conditions such as obesity, autism, depression, and schizophrenia. However, the company has faced scrutiny and a fine for violating transportation rules.
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Elon Musk says Neuralink's first patient can move a computer mouse 'by just thinking'
Business Insider
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1y ago
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Elon Musk announced that Neuralink's first human patient with a brain-chip implant can control a computer mouse cursor using their mind. The patient has fully recovered since receiving the implant last month. Neuralink's goal is to give recipients the ability to move a mouse in various directions and perform tasks by just thinking. The implant, called Telepathy, could potentially allow people with limb loss to control their devices using their thoughts. Neuralink has gained FDA approval for human trials and is also working on a vision chip for the future.
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Elon Musk hopes Neuralink test results will soon reveal that a patient controlled a phone with their thoughts
Business Insider
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1y ago
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Elon Musk reveals that more information about the first human Neuralink patient will be available soon. Musk expressed hope that by the end of the week, they would be able to report that the patient can control a phone and computer with their thoughts. The patient was implanted with a device called Telepathy, which enables control of various devices through thoughts. The results so far are promising, with positive neuron spike detection. Neuralink's chip, aimed at helping people regain limb function, has faced delays but received FDA approval in May 2023.
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Elon Musk Says Neuralink's First Patient Can Move a Computer Mouse With Their Thoughts
Gizmodo
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1y ago
Medial
In a recent event, Elon Musk announced that the first person to receive a Neuralink brain chip implant is now able to control a computer mouse with their thoughts. The patient has reportedly made a full recovery and is able to move the mouse and click on the screen using only their brain. Although there is no evidence to support these claims yet, if true, this could be a significant advancement for technology. Neuralink's first product, called "Telepathy," is aimed at helping people who have lost the use of their limbs. However, there have been criticisms regarding the lack of transparency and ethical considerations surrounding Neuralink's research.
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'Demonstrating telepathy': Neuralink's first brain chip patient plays chess with his mind
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk's brain chip startup, Neuralink, live-streamed a patient playing online chess using their chip implant to control the mouse. Neuralink is testing its brain implant technology to help people with paralysis control external devices with their thoughts. The patient, Noland Arbaugh, was paralyzed below the shoulder after a diving accident. Arbaugh described the surgery to implant the chip as "super easy" and expressed gratitude for being able to play games again. While acknowledging some challenges, Arbaugh emphasized the undeniable benefits of the technology. Neuralink's goal is to ultimately enable telepathic communication and control of devices through thoughts.
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Elon Musk reacts to video of paralyzed man playing video games: ‘demonstrated telepathy’
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk has responded to a live stream showing a quadriplegic man, Neuralink's first brain implant patient, playing video games and chess using his mind. The patient, Noland Arbaugh, was able to control a computer placed in front of him using his thoughts alone. Neuralink's brain technology startup focuses on connecting brain devices to computers, with their implant being smaller and containing more electrodes than competitors. Although this milestone is a good starting point, some experts note that similar achievements have been demonstrated before.
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Neuralink video shows patient using brain implant to play chess on laptop
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk's company Neuralink has released a video showing a paralyzed patient controlling a mouse cursor and playing chess using the brain implant technology. The patient, Noland Arbaugh, described the experience as using the Force from Star Wars. In addition to playing chess, Arbaugh was also able to play the video game Civilization VI for eight hours straight using the implant. Neuralink received permission from the FDA to conduct in-human clinical trials last year, and this video marks the first time a human using the implant has been shown. Critics have raised concerns about transparency and the ethical treatment of animals in Neuralink's trials.
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Elon Musk's Brain Chip: User posts on X by 'thinking' after Neuralink implant
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
A user involved in Neuralink's human trials claims to have posted on Twitter "by thinking" using the brain-chip technology developed by Elon Musk's startup. Musk confirmed the milestone, stating that it was the first ever post made solely by thought. The patient, Noland Arbaugh, who suffered paralysis from a diving accident, showcased the technology by playing online chess with his mind-controlled cursor. While the technology is not perfect and there is still a lot of work to be done, Arbaugh expressed gratitude for the life-changing impact it has had on his ability to engage in activities.
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Neuralink could do 1st human trial of brain chips this year: Musk
Inshorts
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2y ago
Medial
Elon Musk announced on Friday that Neuralink, his brain-chip startup, is aiming to conduct its initial human trial later this year. Musk stated that the startup intends to implant a patient who is tetraplegic or paraplegic. Neuralink received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration last month to proceed with human clinical trials. However, there are reportedly ongoing investigations into Neuralink's approach to animal experiments.
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Neuralink faced many challenges in its bid to implant humans with brain chips. Here are the key takeaways.
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk's company Neuralink has successfully implanted a brain chip into a patient who has fully recovered and can control a computer mouse with their mind. Neuralink has faced challenges in obtaining regulatory approval for human trials, but eventually received approval in May 2023. The company has also faced scrutiny over its treatment of animal test subjects, with reports of health issues and euthanization. Musk has expressed the potential of the chips to revolutionize health, but experts remain skeptical. The chip is described as a "fitbit in your skull" and the first product is called Telepathy.
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