Don2 (Don1 Revised)
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Neuralink is testing its device, Musk should shut the fuck up until there are actual findings to report.
I think that in assessing Musk, an analysis of how fucked up Neuralink has been is in order.
The Wikipedia page is pretty telling and really lets you into the poor management style of Musk. It makes me wonder if these companies he has taken control of would survive and thrive whether or not he was at the helm. Neuralink, though, also seems to be the fake-it-til-you-make-it model. Perhaps one day they will do something adjacently related to their claims as tech miniaturizes more and more...seems plausible especially when you have tons of resources being put into it year after year. In the meantime, yikes.
Recent news coming in....but first some more background.
Background
Terrible Things Happened to Monkeys After Getting Neuralink Implants, According to Veterinary Records
An investigation by Wired reveals the grisly complications of Neuralink brain implants in monkeys, including brain swelling and paralysis.
futurism.com
Autopsy Found That Neuralink Implant "Ruptured" Monkey's Brain
Neuralink scientists kept the monkey alive even thought it was clear that it was already terminal from its severe brain swelling.
futurism.com
Recent News
This started out as a great story. The guy could do some great things like play Civ and all kinds of computer things. Then it started going downhill. This is scary what may happen to him.
After Accident With First Patient, Neuralink Seeks Volunteer for Second Implant
Neuralink cofounder Elon Musk is now seeking a second volunteer to receive the company's next experimental brain implant.
futurism.com