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A computer mouse can be controlled with the mind using Neuralink's device, says Elon Musk

Despite Musk's claims, there's not much information, which raises concerns

20-Feb-2024

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Elon Musk claims the first person with a Neuralink brain implant can control a computer mouse with their mind.

This follows the January implant in a patient with paralysis, aimed at decoding movement signals.

Details about the patient and potential side effects remain unclear.

The 6-year trial lacks transparency, with no listing on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Sharing trial information is crucial for scientific progress and scrutiny.

Neuralink provided limited details, raising concerns despite Musk's positive claims.

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Elon Musk

Technology entrepreneur, investor, and engineer

Neuralink

Company developing high bandwidth brain-machine interfaces to connect humans and machines.

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A computer mouse can be controlled with the mind using Neuralink's device, says Elon Musk