Neuralink has completed the implantation of a neural chip in a second patient, as reported by Bloomberg and confirmed by the company’s founder, Elon Musk. This milestone follows the initial human chip implantation earlier this year, which demonstrated the potential for brain-computer interfaces by enabling the patient to play online chess through the power of thought alone. The company had originally planned the second implantation for June 2024, but the procedure was postponed due to medical reasons. Neuralink aims to implant chips in ten patients within the current year.
Elon Musk has suggested that Neuralink’s technology could potentially replace smartphones in the future. The ongoing advancements in brain-computer interface technology reflect significant progress towards more integrated and direct human-computer interactions.
The announcement of the chip implantation has significantly impacted the value of a cryptocurrency token named after Neuralink. The token surged by 5000%, increasing from $0.05 to $2.50. It is important to note that this cryptocurrency is not affiliated with Neuralink or Elon Musk.
As of 17:30 (GMT+5), the token's value was recorded at $1.08 according to the crypto exchange Dextools. The liquidity of the token was estimated at $143,400, with a market capitalization of $1.08mn. Such dramatic fluctuations in token value are common in the cryptocurrency market, particularly with tokens named after prominent companies. These tokens often lack inherent functionality and their prices can rapidly decline following shifts in speculative interest.
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