Elon Musk Shares Video Of Man Using Neuralink Brain Chip To Play Chess Through Thoughts
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and owner of Neuralink, unveiled a stunning video demonstrating the incredible capabilities of a man implanted with a Neuralink brain chip. The footage showcases 29-year-old Noland Arbaugh, a paraplegic, using his mind to play video games and manipulate a computer cursor.
Musk shares video of man playing chess with Neuralink chip
Arbaugh, who suffered a paralyzing diving accident eight years ago, demonstrated his newfound abilities in the video, stating, "See that cursor on the screen? That's all me... it's all brainpower." Despite his physical limitations, Arbaugh exhibited joy and amazement as he effortlessly maneuvered the mouse across an online chess board.
The successful utilization of Neuralink technology by Arbaugh signifies a groundbreaking development in the field, offering promising prospects for enhancing the quality of life for disabled individuals. In the video, Arbaugh expressed gratitude for the transformative impact of the technology, remarking, "I had given up on playing that game. It has already changed my life."
Man's experience similar to wielding 'The Force' from Star Wars.
Arbaugh admitted to being astounded by the capabilities of Neuralink, likening the experience to wielding "The Force" from Star Wars. He emphasized his fortune in being part of such an innovative endeavor, stating, "I'm so freaking lucky to be a part of this, every day it feels like we're learning new stuff."
Elon Musk, during a Spaces event on X, provided updates on the progress of Neuralink, noting the remarkable recovery of the patient and the positive neural effects observed.?
Reposting the video showcasing Arbaugh's telepathic control over the computer, Musk highlighted the simplicity and efficiency of the fitting procedure, stating that it only took 30 minutes and did not require general anesthesia. He further mentioned that patients can return home on the same day following the procedure.
The video, streamed on Musk's social platform X, underscores the potential of Neuralink technology to revolutionize human-computer interaction and improve the lives of individuals with disabilities. As advancements continue, the possibilities for enhancing human capabilities through brain-computer interfaces appear increasingly promising.
(With agency inputs)
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