What You Need to Know About Neuralink’s Telepathy Update

Technology & Product Development - Neuralink is developing "Telepathy," a BCI aiming for mind-to-mind communication, currently in U S trials [2][3][4] - The technology faces challenges in mapping variable brain signals and achieving neural compatibility for brain-to-brain information transmission [6][8] - Neuralink has optimized surgical robots to minimize risks associated with brain implants, but further research is needed [9] Ethical & Safety Concerns - Brain implants carry risks of infections, long-term side effects, and potential brain damage [9] - Privacy and security are concerns, particularly regarding who will have access to thoughts transmitted via Telepathy [10] Trial & Application - U S trials involve participants with motor-related and neurological conditions, such as ALS or paralysis [4] - Participants in trials are successfully controlling computers through thought alone, regaining abilities to speak or perform tasks [4][5]