Tech Download: Brain Implant Power User and South Korea's AI Optimism
This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. This man with ALS is the first “power user” of a brain implant that lets him speak Casey Harrell has had a set of electrodes embedded in his brain for almost three years. Harrell, who has ALS and is paralyzed, first used his brain-computer interface (BCI) to “speak” in 2023. Since then, he’s clocked thousands of hours of use. Harrell can n
This tech update features Casey Harrell, the first 'power user' of a brain implant enabling speech for individuals with ALS, who has logged thousands of hours using the device for communication, web browsing, and work. The download also explores South Korea's optimistic outlook on AI, contrasting with US concerns, where only 16% express more excitement than worry about AI, compared to 50% of Americans. This optimism stems from a conviction that technology is vital for national modernization and global standing. Additionally, the report touches on US restrictions on Anthropic AI due to national security fears and China's DeepSeek becoming its most valuable AI startup after a $7 billion funding round.
This tech roundup covers groundbreaking advancements in brain-computer interfaces and contrasts global attitudes towards AI, offering a broad view of technological progress and societal impact.
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