Neuralink: News
Neuralink is a company founded in 2016, owned by billionaire Elon Musk. The company claims that it is a team of talented people creating the future of brain interfaces. The company is focused on developing devices and technologies that expand human capabilities by allowing humans to interface with computers and machines using just thoughts and the neural activity they set off. The company is developing brain chip implants called brain-machine interfaces (BMIs) with the assistance of several high-profile neuroscientists from academic institutions. The company’s claims have been demonstrated numerous times. One popular public demonstration involved pigs and another involved a monkey interfacing with a computer to play pong, all through the implanted BMI. The promising demonstrations and Musk’s claims about Neuralink’s offerings have also drawn criticism from privacy advocates, neuroscientists, and reputable publications. In the short term, the company wants to ease iterating with machines for physically challenged patients. The company's long-term goal is to achieve “symbiosis with artificial intelligence,” Musk claims.
Neuralink's brain chip can restore hearing, claims Elon Musk
Elon Musk has claimed that his brain chip technology, developed by Neuralink, could potentially restore hearing in people who have been completely deaf since birth.
This Chinese tech might render Elon Musk's Neuralink obsolete
A team from China's Nankai University has successfully conducted the world's first human trial of a brain-computer interface (BCI) implanted through blood vessels.
Neuralink stuns with live-demo of man gaming without physical inputs
Elon Musk's brain-chip company, Neuralink, has made a major breakthrough in brain-computer interaction.
How China's brain chip challenges Neuralink's global dominance
China has successfully conducted its first clinical trial of a brain-computer interface (BCI), a technology that enables brain signals to control external devices.
China successfully conducts human trial of Neuralink-like brain implant
China has become the second country in the world to conduct a human trial of an invasive brain-computer interface (BCI), state broadcaster CCTV reported.
Neuralink's latest chip might let humans see in infrared light
Elon Musk's Neuralink is working on a revolutionary brain implant, Blindsight, in monkeys. The device aims to restore vision and possibly grant "superhuman capabilities" like infrared sight.
Elon Musk fathered child with Japanese pop star: Report
Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has reportedly fathered a child with a Japanese pop star.
Musk's Neuralink raises $600M funding at $9B valuation
Elon Musk's brain implant firm, Neuralink, has raised $600 million in a funding round that values the company at $9 billion, Semafor has reported.
Counter-Strike maker to launch a brain chip later this year
Gabe Newell, the co-founder and CEO of Valve Corporation, is making progress in brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) with his start-up, Starfish Neuroscience.
You may soon be able to use iPhones using mind-control
Apple is working with Synchron, a medtech start-up specializing in implantable brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), as per the Wall Street Journal.
Neuralink's speech restoration implant earns FDA's 'breakthrough' tag
Elon Musk's brain implant company Neuralink has announced that its speech restoration device has been given the "breakthrough" designation by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Robots will surpass best human surgeons within 5 years: Musk
Elon Musk, the billionaire co-founder of Neuralink, SpaceX and Tesla, has made a bold prediction about the future of surgery.
Third Neuralink human trial success—ALS patient speaks using brain implant
Brad Smith, the third person in the world to get a Neuralink brain implant and the first with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), has posted a video on X showing how he can communicate again.
Musk's Neuralink to raise $500M at a whopping $8.5B valuation
Elon Musk's brain implant company Neuralink is reportedly looking to raise about $500 million at a pre-money valuation of $8.5 billion.
Neuralink rival gets FDA clearance for its brain implant
Leading neurotechnology start-up Precision Neuroscience has secured the approval of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), for a critical part of its brain implant system.
Musk's Neuralink to implant chip to restore vision this year
Tech billionaire Elon Musk has revealed plans to implant the artificial visual prosthesis of his company Neuralink, Blindsight, into a human by this year.
Elon Musk's 14th child, Seldon Lycurgus, has Punjabi roots
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has welcomed his 14th child into the world. His son, Seldon Lycurgus, is his fourth child with Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis.
Seldon Lycurgus: Elon Musk welcomes 4th child with Neuralink director
Tech billionaire Elon Musk and his partner Shivon Zilis have welcomed their fourth child, a boy named Seldon Lycurgus. Zilis shared the news on X earlier today.
Musk's 13th child 5 months old; who is mother
Conservative author and columnist Ashley St. Clair has publicly revealed she gave birth to a child fathered by Elon Musk five months ago.
Elon Musk's Neuralink successfully implants brain chip in 3rd patient
Elon Musk's neurotechnology company Neuralink has successfully implanted its brain-computer interface (BCI) device in a third human patient.
Musk's Neuralink gets approval for brain-implant trial using robotic arm
Elon Musk's brain-chip start-up Neuralink has been approved to start a new feasibility trial, using its brain implant and an investigational assistive robotic arm.
How Trump's US election win could benefit Elon Musk's companies
Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 US presidential election is poised to significantly benefit Elon Musk and his various enterprises, including Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink.
Neuralink's vision restoration implant gets FDA approval: How 'Blindsight' works
Elon Musk's brain-chip start-up, Neuralink, has secured approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for an experimental implant device known as 'Blindsight.'
This brain implant allows users to control Alexa without speaking
Mark, a 64-year-old man living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), has successfully used a brain-computer interface (BCI) to control Amazon's virtual assistant, Alexa.
Neuralink brain chip user plays Counter-Strike 2 with thoughts
Elon Musk's brain-computer interface company, Neuralink, recently implanted its innovative brain chip in second participant as part of the ongoing trials.
Brain tech breakthrough, AI help ALS patient regain his voice
Casey Harrell, a 46-year-old climate activist, has been battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) for the past four years.
Neuralink successfully implants brain chip in second patient
Neuralink, the brainchild of tech mogul Elon Musk, has achieved another milestone by successfully implanting its innovative brain chip in a second patient.
Brain chip allows Vision Pro to be controlled with thoughts
Synchron, a neurotech startup rivaling Elon Musk's Neuralink, has successfully integrated its brain-computer interface (BCI) with Apple's Vision Pro headset.
This Neuralink-rival has integrated ChatGPT into its brain implant
Synchron, a brain-computer-interface (BCI) company rivaling Neuralink, has incorporated OpenAI's ChatGPT into its software, marking a global first for BCI firms.
Neuralink ready for 2nd brain chip implantation next week
Neuralink, a brain-computer interface start-up from Elon Musk, is preparing to implant its innovative brain chip device in a second patient within the next week.
Elon Musk's Neuralink implant enhances gaming skills of first patient
Noland Arbaugh, the inaugural recipient of a brain-computer chip implant from Elon Musk's Neuralink, has reported a significant enhancement in his gaming abilities.
Elon Musk envisions Neuralink brain chips making smartphones obsolete
Elon Musk, the CEO of Neuralink, has forecasted a future where brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) like Neuralink, will render smartphones obsolete.
Neuralink sued for unsafe work conditions and pregnancy discrimination
Elon Musk's Neuralink, a brain-computer interface start-up, is facing a lawsuit from ex-employee Lindsay Short.
Musk's Neuralink seeks 3 patients for long-term brain implant study
Neuralink, the brain-chip company founded by Elon Musk, is planning to enroll three patients in a long-term study to evaluate its revolutionary device.
FDA approves Neuralink's brain chip implant in second patient
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given green light to Neuralink for implanting its innovative brain chip in a second patient.
Elon Musk's Neuralink seeks second human participant for brain-chip implant
Elon Musk's brain-computer interface startup, Neuralink, is now accepting applications for a second participant to receive its brain-chip implant.
Elon Musk's Neuralink facing tiny wire issues for years
Elon Musk's company, Neuralink, has been grappling with issues related to tiny wires in its brain implants, retracting out of position for years, Reuters has reported.
Neuralink faces setback as first human brain implant encounters problem
Elon Musk's neurotechnology venture, Neuralink, has experienced a technical setback with its first human brain implant.
Quit Neuralink over safety concerns, says co-founder Dr. Benjamin Rapoport
Dr. Benjamin Rapoport, a member of Elon Musk's brain implant venture, Neuralink, departed from the company in 2018.
Neuralink-rival Synchron prepares for groundbreaking brain chip clinical trial
US-based start-up, Synchron, is set to launch an extensive clinical trial of its revolutionary brain-computer interface (BCI).
Neuralink patient posts on Musk's X 'just by thinking'
Noland Arbaugh, a 29-year-old quadriplegic, has made history as the first Neuralink patient to compose a post on X using only his thoughts.
Watch: First human Neuralink patient plays chess using his thoughts
Elon Musk's venture Neuralink has showcased the potential of its brain-computer interface (BCI) in a live stream featuring Nolan Arbaugh, the first human patient to receive the company's brain implant.
Elon Musk's radical brainchild Neuralink faces inspection from FDA
Elon Musk's brainchild, Neuralink, is under the microscope as the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating quality control issues at its California animal research facility.
Neuralink's first human patient can control mouse with thoughts
Elon Musk shared exciting news during a Spaces event on his social media platform X.
Elon Musk's SpaceX moves incorporation from Delaware to Texas
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has revealed that the company has shifted its state of incorporation from Delaware to Texas, in the US.
Kangana Ranaut supports Neuralink's first human brain chip implantation
Bollywood star Kangana Ranaut on Tuesday voiced her support for Elon Musk's Neuralink project, following the successful implantation of the first brain chip in a human.
Musk's Neuralink implants brain chip in human for first time
Neuralink installed a brain-chip implant in a human for the first time on Sunday who is recovering well, the neurotechnology company's billionaire mastermind Elon Musk has revealed on X.
Musk's Neuralink test monkeys died due to implants, claims report
The monkeys used in Elon Musk's Neuralink brain implant testing died due to complications from the procedures, Wired has reported.
Elon Musk's Neuralink to start human trials for brain implant
Elon Musk's neurotechnology company, Neuralink, has received approval to start recruiting patients for its first human trial of a brain implant, designed to help paralysis patients.
FDA approval boosts Elon Musk-owned Neuralink's valuation to $5 billion
The valuation of Elon Musk's brain implant start-up Neuralink has gone up from around $2 billion in 2021 to $5 billion right now based on privately executed stock trades, according to Reuters.
Elon Musk's Neuralink can now test brain implants in humans
Neuralink, the brain-machine interface (BCI) start-up co-founded by Elon Musk, has achieved a significant step in its quest to set up direct communication between brains and computers.
Musk's Neuralink fills animal-testing panel with employees, raising conflict-of-interest concerns
Elon Musk's Neuralink uses animals in its quest to develop a brain-computer interface (BCI) chip to control machines with the brain.
Neuralink will be ready for human trials within 6 months
Just over 19 months after it implanted a brain-computer interface (BCI) chip inside a monkey's brain, Neuralink has announced that its first human trial may not be far off.
Elon Musk denies affair with Google co-founder Sergey Brin's wife
Elon Musk has refuted a WSJ report, which claims that he was in a relationship with Google co-founder Sergey Brin's wife, leading the couple to file for a divorce. The report also alleged that Musk and Brin are no longer friends.
Elon Musk quietly had twins with Neuralink executive last year?
Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and Shivon Zilis, one of the top executives at his neurotechnology firm Neuralink, had twins in November 2021, Business Insider reported on Wednesday.
NewsBytes Briefing: LinkedIn suffers massive data leak, and more
Even before the news cycle on the Facebook data leak had died down, private data belonging to a whopping 500 million LinkedIn users has been leaked.
Neuralink shows off monkey's Pong skills using wireless brain-computer interface
Elon Musk's 2016 start-up called Neuralink has been working on a brain-machine interface with a reasonable amount of success.
Elon Musk has 'happy monkey' with brain wired for videogaming
In a revelation that's not going to sit well with PETA and company, Elon Musk claimed that he has a monkey playing video games with wires hooked up to its head.
Musk gives live demo of Neuralink's upgraded brain-computer implant
A few hours ago, Elon Musk took to the stage to unveil the upgraded brain-computer implant developed by Neuralink, a start-up he co-founded in 2016 to connect humans with machines.
Elon Musk's Neuralink is set to unveil 'working' brain-computer interface
In 2016, Elon Musk founded Neuralink, a start-up that strived to "connect humans with computers."
Elon Musk to soon give update on brain-computer interface company
A year ago, Elon Musk's secretive start-up Neuralink revealed how it plans to "connect humans with computers" with a novel brain-computer interface (BCI).
Musk aims to connect brain with computer within a year
Last year, Elon Musk's Neuralink revealed implantable 'threads' to connect humans with computers.