The brain-chip startup Neuralink, founded by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, achieved a major milestone over the weekend. The company successfully implanted its brain-computer interface (BCI) into the first human patient, marking a significant step forward in the field of neurotechnology.
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00:00 In a groundbreaking development, the brain chip startup Neuralink, founded by billionaire
00:06 entrepreneur Elon Musk, achieved a major milestone over the weekend.
00:11 The company successfully implanted its Brain Computer Interface or BCI into the first human
00:18 patient.
00:19 It marked a significant step forward in the field of neurotechnology.
00:23 Elon Musk himself took to the social media platform X on Monday to share the news and
00:28 update the public on the patient's condition.
00:31 Musk announced that initial results showed promising neuron spike detection, expressing
00:36 optimism about the early signs of success in the trial.
00:43 These neuron spikes refer to the activity of neurons, which are the cells in the brain
00:47 that use electrical and chemical signals to transmit information throughout the body,
00:52 as described by the National Institute of Health.
00:56 Neuralink received clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration or FDA last year to
01:01 conduct its first human trial, specifically focused on paralysis patients.
01:06 The startup's goal is to empower individuals to control a computer cursor or keyboard using
01:11 their thoughts alone.
01:13 The innovative procedure involves a robot surgically placing the ultrafine threads of
01:18 the BCI implant in a region of the brain responsible for the intention to move.
01:24 In a separate social media post, Elon Musk revealed that the first product stemming from
01:29 Neuralink's groundbreaking work will be named Telepathy.
01:33 The PRIME study conducted by Neuralink serves as a trial for its wireless brain-computer
01:40 interface with the primary objective of evaluating the safety of the implant and the surgical
01:45 robot involved in the procedure.
01:48 Notably, Neuralink has faced scrutiny in recent times, with concerns raised about its safety
01:53 protocols.
01:54 Earlier this month, reports revealed that Neuralink was fined for violating US Department
01:59 of Transportation rules related to the movement of hazardous materials.
02:03 Furthermore, the company, valued at about $5 billion last June, has come under increased
02:08 regulatory attention.
02:10 In late November, four lawmakers urged the US Securities and Exchange Commission to investigate
02:16 whether Elon Musk misled investors about the safety of Neuralink's technology.
02:21 Veterinary records revealed problems with the implants on monkeys, including paralysis,
02:26 seizures and brain swelling.
02:28 The success of this trial undoubtedly marks a significant leap forward in neurotechnology,
02:32 but questions about safety and regulatory compliance linger.
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