Noland Arbaugh, a 29-year-old quadriplegic patient with a Neuralink brain-computer implant, has amazed the world by playing Mario Kart with his mind in a recent demo video. The footage, which was posted on social media, shows Arbaugh demonstrating impressive control and dexterity while playing the popular game, even managing to shoot down another player.
During a company-wide meeting, Arbaugh described the experience as “lifechanging.” He has also been able to play Civilization VI with the Neuralink implant, showcasing the technology’s potential to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities.
This demonstration comes at a crucial time for Neuralink, as the company has been facing negative press surrounding their monkey experiments and investor concerns. Arbaugh’s achievements with the implant may help alleviate some of these concerns and prove the effectiveness of the technology.
Despite the excitement surrounding Arbaugh’s success, there are calls for transparency from Neuralink regarding their trials and quantifiable results on safety and efficacy. Investors and the public are eager for more information following Elon Musk’s announcement of the insertion of the Neuralink implant into the first human subject.
As Arbaugh continues to push the boundaries of what is possible with the Neuralink implant, the world eagerly awaits further updates on the technology’s potential to revolutionize the way we interact with machines using only our minds.