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    11 months ago

    Neuralink announced in September that it was recruiting volunteers for its human study. Thousands of people have reportedly signed up to receive the brain implant.

    Welp…

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        Neuralink’s device has a chip that processes and transmits neural signals that could be transmitted to devices like a computer or a phone.

        The company hopes that a person would potentially be able to control a mouse, keyboard or other computer functions like text messaging with their thoughts.

        “First @Neuralink product will enable someone with paralysis to use a smartphone with their mind faster than someone using thumbs,” Musk said in April 2021

        https://www.reuters.com/technology/what-does-elon-musks-brain-chip-company-neuralink-do-2022-12-05/

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          Neuralink’s device has a chip that processes and transmits neural signals that could be transmitted to devices like a computer or a phone.

          Haven’t we already been able to do that with non-invasive EKG sensors strapped to the temples before?