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Noland Arbaugh’s life has been completely transformed “I can control a computer with my thoughts” As the first human to receive a Neuralink brain implant, the man who was once paralyzed after a diving accident is now: • Playing video games for hours using only his mind • Earning... a 4.0 GPA while studying neuroscience in college • Running his own business • Building a thriving speaking career with paid keynotes and global appearances He’s traveling the world, inspiring audiences, and even writing a book - all powered by a brain chip What used to be science fiction is now reality Neuralink is not just restoring lost abilities - it’s unlocking the next chapter of human potentialshow more

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Full episode: Neuralink patient Noland Arbaugh (Noland Arbaugh) tells the incredible story about his first year with the device, how we was selected, his newfound superpowers, his hope for brain computer interfaces, plus plenty more... on Big Technology Podcast. Chapters: 00:00 The First Human to Get a Neuralink 15:00 Inside the Brain Surgery 24:00 Learning to Control Computers with His Mind 36:00 A New Life with Brain-Computer Interface 50:00 The Future of Neuralink and AI 1:02:00 From Setback to Purpose Subscribe to Big Technology Podcast: Spotify: Apple: Etc.

Full episode: Neuralink patient Noland Arbaugh (Noland Arbaugh) tells the incredible story about his first year with the device, how we was selected, his newfound superpowers, his hope for brain computer interfaces, plus plenty more... on Big Technology Podcast. Chapters: 00:00 The First Human to Get a Neuralink 15:00 Inside the Brain Surgery 24:00 Learning to Control Computers with His Mind 36:00 A New Life with Brain-Computer Interface 50:00 The Future of Neuralink and AI 1:02:00 From Setback to Purpose Subscribe to Big Technology Podcast: Spotify: Apple: Etc.

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NEW: Neuralink patient who is paralyzed from the shoulders down plays online chess through the Neuralink device in his head. This is insane. The patient, Nolan, could be seen scrolling around on his computer by using his brain. "I love playing chess so this is one of the things that y'all have enabled me to do." Nolan was previously in a diving accident and became paralyzed. This is awesome! He looks so happy.

NEW: Neuralink patient who is paralyzed from the shoulders down plays online chess through the Neuralink device in his head. This is insane. The patient, Nolan, could be seen scrolling around on his computer by using his brain. "I love playing chess so this is one of the things that y'all have enabled me to do." Nolan was previously in a diving accident and became paralyzed. This is awesome! He looks so happy.

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2,203,278 views • 2 years ago

🇺🇸 NEURALINK JUST MADE MULTIPLAYER GAMING A REALITY FOR PARALYZED PATIENTS Two Prime Study participants -both with severe paralysis- are now playing the same video games together, in real time, using only their thoughts through the Neuralink brain-computer interface. One controls the cursor by thinking about moving his hand. The other uses eye movements for aiming and mental focus to click. They’re not just moving a pointer; they’re competing head-to-head in multiplayer sessions, fully independently. These are the same patients who previously regained the ability to browse the web, send messages, and control devices, all with the N1 implant. Now that same technology has reached a milestone many thought belonged to science fiction: restoring the social, competitive experience of gaming for people who haven’t moved their bodies in years. This isn’t a demo. It’s daily life for them now. The gap between human and machine keeps shrinking, and for the first time, it’s giving people back something deeply human: the chance to play, connect, and compete with friends, exactly like before everything changed. The future isn’t coming. It’s already in their heads. Source: X Freeze

🇺🇸 NEURALINK JUST MADE MULTIPLAYER GAMING A REALITY FOR PARALYZED PATIENTS Two Prime Study participants -both with severe paralysis- are now playing the same video games together, in real time, using only their thoughts through the Neuralink brain-computer interface. One controls the cursor by thinking about moving his hand. The other uses eye movements for aiming and mental focus to click. They’re not just moving a pointer; they’re competing head-to-head in multiplayer sessions, fully independently. These are the same patients who previously regained the ability to browse the web, send messages, and control devices, all with the N1 implant. Now that same technology has reached a milestone many thought belonged to science fiction: restoring the social, competitive experience of gaming for people who haven’t moved their bodies in years. This isn’t a demo. It’s daily life for them now. The gap between human and machine keeps shrinking, and for the first time, it’s giving people back something deeply human: the chance to play, connect, and compete with friends, exactly like before everything changed. The future isn’t coming. It’s already in their heads. Source: X Freeze

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59,908 views • 8 months ago

🇺🇸 NEURALINK’S 1ST PATIENT ALREADY DOING WHAT NO ONE THOUGHT POSSIBLE: CONTROLLING EVERYTHING BY THOUGHT Noland Arbaugh went deep on how his life has changed since receiving the Neuralink implant: - He can now play for 8+ hours straight using only his mind - Controls his PC faster than most able-bodied people with a mouse - Reads books, browses, games, texts, all at thought speed - "I'm constantly reading" segment was him explaining how the implant lets him consume information non-stop without physical limitations But the real bomb: "I'm more independent now than I was right after my injury. I don't have to ask for help with basic computer stuff anymore." This is only patient #1 with the first-gen implant. They're already on gen 2 with more electrodes, better range, and full FDA approval for wider trials. The man who couldn't move below his shoulders is now living a digital life better than most healthy people. Neuralink isn't "coming." It's already here, and it's winning. Source: Noland Arbaugh Neuralink Space, Noland Arbaugh, Neuralink

🇺🇸 NEURALINK’S 1ST PATIENT ALREADY DOING WHAT NO ONE THOUGHT POSSIBLE: CONTROLLING EVERYTHING BY THOUGHT Noland Arbaugh went deep on how his life has changed since receiving the Neuralink implant: - He can now play for 8+ hours straight using only his mind - Controls his PC faster than most able-bodied people with a mouse - Reads books, browses, games, texts, all at thought speed - "I'm constantly reading" segment was him explaining how the implant lets him consume information non-stop without physical limitations But the real bomb: "I'm more independent now than I was right after my injury. I don't have to ask for help with basic computer stuff anymore." This is only patient #1 with the first-gen implant. They're already on gen 2 with more electrodes, better range, and full FDA approval for wider trials. The man who couldn't move below his shoulders is now living a digital life better than most healthy people. Neuralink isn't "coming." It's already here, and it's winning. Source: Noland Arbaugh Neuralink Space, Noland Arbaugh, Neuralink

Mario Nawfal

63,693 views • 8 months ago