Neuralink, Elon Musk's Brain-Computer Interface, Approved for Human Trials.

Elon Musk's brain implant company Neuralink has received FDA approval to begin human trials of its brain-computer interface. The Neuralink N1 implant is designed to replace a small chunk of a human skull and fit completely underneath a person's skin. Its 64 needle probes are inserted into the brain, allowing 1,024 channels of two-way communication between the brain and a computer chip. The device will be tested first with quadriplegic patients to help them restore their vision and control digital devices. The potential for this device is endless, but concerns about its accessibility and deployment must be approached with caution.