Neuralink's first human patient controls computer mouse with thoughts

theguardian.com

Neuralink's first human patient with a brain-chip has fully recovered, controlling a computer mouse with their thoughts. Elon Musk confirmed the patient's progress and Neuralink's goal to maximize mouse button clicks. The startup implanted the chip last month after receiving human trial approval in September. Neuralink aims to enable people to control devices with their thoughts and has ambitious plans for treating various conditions. The firm, valued at $5bn, faces scrutiny over safety protocols.


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