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Investing.com -- Elon Musk’s brain chip startup Neuralink has successfully implanted its device in its first UK participant, a paralyzed man identified as Paul who suffers from motor neuron disease.
The procedure took place at University College London Hospitals earlier this month, according to an announcement from Neuralink on its X social media account. Within hours after surgery, Paul was able to control a computer using only his thoughts.
Neuralink reported that Paul is now collaborating with the company’s engineers to explore additional applications for the implant, including playing his favorite video games such as Dawn of War and performing other tasks that could enhance his daily autonomy.
The UK implant represents a significant expansion of Neuralink’s human trials. Founded by Musk in 2016, the neurotechnology company specializes in developing fully implantable brain-computer interfaces designed to assist people with paralysis.
Neuralink’s main device, known as "the Link," contains a small neural chip with 64 thin threads that can detect brain signals, allowing users to control digital devices through thought alone.
As of Monday, a total of 13 humans have received Neuralink brain implants and are actively participating in the company’s ongoing trials.
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