Ethical implications of Elon Musk’s Neuralink first human implant (domain: technology ethics)

Abstract

The case highlights the Ethical Implications around Neuralink’s first Human Implant. Elon Musk’s visionary device (a brain implant) capable of empowering individuals to control external devices through their thoughts, stands out as a remarkable scientific innovation towards helping patients with neurological disabilities. Although, research on brain interface devices to help individuals with special needs was prominent since the 1960’s. However, the human trials of Neuralink sparked controversies related to data safety, data ownership and potential misuse of the unique technology features. Hence, it would be highly interesting to see how the technology giants plan on tackling the ethical issues surrounding human trials.

Keywords

brain control technologies brain implants brain machine interfaces human trials social analysis of technology technology ethics “Neuralink’s technology is a definite step toward the future,but it seems like they’ll have an easier time developing this brain chip than actually convincing people that it’s safe.”

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