Successfully developing implantable brain-machine interfaces is no easy feat due to the complexity of the human brain. However, Musk and his team remain optimistic that Neuralink can develop cutting-edge technology capable of eventual implantation into human brains.
Earlier in the year, Musk said Neuralink plans to initiate human trials by the end of the year. In 2019, Musk said it would be testing the AI brain chips on humans by the end of 2020.
Neuralink can be used to operate encephalopathy. It can also be used as a connection between the human brain and technology. This means that people with paralysis can easily operate their phones and computer directly with their brain.
Musk has said humans are “already cyborgs” because of access to smartphones and computers. Neuralink, he says, will close that gap and prep us for the future. For this to be something that makes humans smarter rather than just competing with humans, we need an ability to interact with our neocortex.