Neuralink outlines two brain implants for paralysis and vision loss

Technology · First reported 30 Oct, 17:52 · Updated 18:34

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Neuralink is developing Telepathy to translate brain signals into device commands and Blindsight to send camera-derived visual information to the brain. Musk describes further goals, including restoring movement and sight, but the supplied coverage notes that these outcomes have not been established and that Blindsight still awaits regulatory review.

Telepathy translates brain signals into commands for external devices; trials are also exploring robotic arm control.
Musk says Blindsight is awaiting regulatory approval, while the article says human trials are still being prepared and FDA designation is not approval.
The article describes restoring natural movement as a future possibility, not an established capability.

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Key facts

Telepathy: Translates brain signals into commands for external devices.
Blindsight: Uses a camera and aims to send visual information to the visual cortex.
Approval status: Musk says Blindsight is awaiting regulatory approval; human trials are still being prepared.