Elon Musk’s Neuralink, a brain-computer interface business, has successfully implanted a second brain chip in a human patient named Alex.
According to the most current update, the treatment went smoothly, and Alex, who is healing well, has already made great improvement.
Alex, who has a spinal cord injury, was able to operate a computer cursor with his mind just minutes after connecting the Link device to his computer. He has also played video games such as Counter-Strike 2, demonstrating the technology’s utility in everyday tasks.
Gaming and Design: Showcasing Neuralink’s Potential
Alex has also started utilising computer-aided design (CAD) tools, creating a bespoke mount for his Neuralink charger that was 3D printed and fitted into his system.
Neuralink began its first human studies in September 2023, seeking people with quadriplegia caused by cervical spinal cord injuries or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) using an FDA experimental device exemption.
Musk stated in January 2024 that the brain-computer interface (BCI) gadget known as Telepathy has been successfully implanted in a human. The first participant, Noland Arbaugh, 29, was announced at a March 2024 broadcast. In August 2024, Neuralink introduced Alex, its second implanted participant.
It has stated that it is committed to expanding the controls available to participants, with future developments aimed at allowing the Link to interact with the physical world, allowing users to control robotic arms or wheelchairs, providing greater independence to those with severe mobility impairment.
