First human Neuralink implant

Human trials by 2020 was unveiled in July 2019 with Elon Musk stating that Neuralink is looking to start trials on humans next year. Patients with severe brain injuries, such as those from stroke, cancer lesions, or congenital conditions, are affected and waiting for potential treatments. This follows Neuralink's pattern of similar predictions, including animal tests on rats and monkeys that demonstrated brain-controlled computing. The initiative matters as it aims to secure FDA approval for clinical trials, enabling brain-computer interfaces to restore functions like speech and sight while aligning with broader healthcare technology trends.