Neuralink’s Advanced Technology Opens New Avenues for People with Paralysis. Its second patient, Alex, is using the chip and a mouth-operated controller to help him play Counter-Strike 2.
TECHNOLOGY— In an evolving tech and innovation era, a man named Alex, who suffered a spinal cord injury, has become the second person to receive a brain chip from Neuralink. Neuralink is a neurotechnology company founded by the world’s richest man, Elon Musk. The brain chip has enabled Alex to play his favourite game, Counter-Strike 2, with unprecedented ease and control.
Previously, Alex relied on a mouth-operated controller called QuadStick, which limited his ability to move and aim simultaneously. However, with the Neuralink brain chip, he can aim and move freely, using only his thoughts to control the game. This technology has transformed his gaming experience and enabled him to create 3D designs in CAD software and even develop a custom mount for his electric charger.
Alex stated on Neuralink
Alex expressed his excitement about the technology, saying, “Just running around is so enjoyable because I can look side to side and not need to move QuadStick left and right. I can [think about where to] look, and it goes where I want it to. It’s insane.” Neuralink has released a video showcasing Alex’s remarkable gaming skills, demonstrating the potential of this technology to revolutionise the lives of people with paralysis.
Neuralink is Overcoming Human Challenges
Early progress with our second participanthttps://t.co/uiFVAUZzvK
— Neuralink (@neuralink) August 21, 2024
Neuralink’s blog post also addressed the challenges faced during the surgery of their first patient, Noland Arbaugh, where 85% of the electrodes attached to his brain became displaced. Despite this setback, the company continues to push the boundaries of neurotechnology, offering new hope to those with paralysis and paving the way for a future where technology and the human brain function seamlessly integrate.
What’s next in Neuralink?
"The next Neuralink product is BlindSight which will enable people who have lost both eyes or have no eye sight to see."
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As per Elon Musk‘s latest video, “The next Neuralink product is BlindSight, which will enable people who have lost both eyes or have no eyesight to see.”
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