In 2024, Neuralink successfully implanted its first brain chips, with Elon Musk predicting “hundreds of millions” of recipients within 20 years. He believes AI’s rapid growth will drive demand for human augmentation.

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The first patient, Noland Arbaugh, a quadriplegic, used the chip to play games and control devices with his mind. Though his performance initially declined, Neuralink adjusted its algorithm to restore functionality. A second patient, “Alex,” is now designing 3D objects using CAD software.

Neuralink has refined its implantation process to improve stability and aims to enhance digital control for people with disabilities. Musk envisions recipients outperforming pro gamers within two years by dramatically increasing brain-computer data speeds. Whether this becomes reality remains to be seen.

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