Now that the Atlas enterprise platform is getting to work, the research version gets one last run in the sun. Our engineers made one final push to test the limits of full-body control and mobility, with help from the RAI Institute.
The grand unveiling of Atlas product—evolved from prototype—took place at the CES Media Day, setting the stage for a bold vision of AI Robotics.
Discover how Hyundai Motor Group is shaping the future of AI Robotics and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible at CES 2026.
😮 To say that I didn't know about it, no, ofc not, but in such detail... it's just unbelievable 🤯
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@ASMLcompany
💥 The Ridiculous Engineering Of The World's Most Important Machine 💥
https://t.co/7R0ZGNnLuG
Btw, can you imagine, even this truly crazy, unbelievable machine will become obsolete at some point and be replaced by some more advanced technologies...
ALS took Nick’s arm mobility. Now, he can control a robotic arm with his Neuralink device to feed himself.
“Life with my BCI has been and continues to be so surreal and so rewarding. Can’t wait to see what comes next!”
This is an essay version of what I just shared with the team @neuralink, where I highlight the importance of our long-term goal: "Understand and Expand Consciousness"—imo, humanity's greatest quest. If this resonates with you, consider joining our team!
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Throughout history, humanity has wrestled with questions of existence and consciousness. Why are we here? What is the meaning of it all? These timeless inquiries have driven philosophy, art, and religion for millennia, yet they remain unanswered. Despite our profound personal experiences of life, the origins and mechanisms of consciousness elude us. This mystery, central to the human condition, has long been considered beyond the realm of science and technology. But today, for the first time in history, we stand on the brink of transforming these philosophical puzzles into tangible engineering challenges.
Advances in computing, sensing, control, materials, manufacturing, and many more have turned what once seemed like speculative dreams into tractable engineering problems. The concept of building an "oscilloscope for the brain" is no longer the stuff of science fiction but a concrete objective within our reach. Such a tool could provide unprecedented insights into the neural basis of consciousness, allowing us to map and interpret the intricate electrical symphony that underpins our thoughts, emotions, and identities. This technological leap has the potential to bridge the gap between subjective human experience and objective scientific understanding.
The impact of this breakthrough could rival humanity's greatest discoveries. Just as the mastery of fire revolutionized our species by enabling warmth, cooking, and protection, developing a high-bandwidth, generalized I/O to the brain represents a "fire-level" moment for the modern era. It is a transformative milestone that could unlock human potential in ways we’ve yet to imagine. By providing direct access to the brain's inner workings, we could tackle neurological diseases with precision, enhance cognitive capabilities, and enable entirely new forms of communication and creativity. The possibilities extend far beyond individual benefit, offering a path to collective advancements in understanding and expanding the human spirit.
For me, this mission is deeply personal. The knowledge that we have a real opportunity to understand consciousness and, by harnessing it, to empower humanity gets me excited to get out of bed every morning. This is not merely an intellectual challenge; it is a calling to contribute to humanity's greatest quest.
This endeavor is obviously much bigger than myself and any one of us—it is about advancing humanity's collective pursuit of knowledge and agency. The questions we seek to answer have driven human curiosity for millennia, and we now have the tools to confront them head-on. This is the work of a lifetime, one that has the potential to fundamentally redefine what it means to be human. It is our chance to move beyond speculation and create a future where the mysteries of consciousness are not only understood but harnessed for the betterment of all.
The path forward will not be easy. There are immense technical, scientific, societal, and ethical challenges to address. Building a device capable of interfacing seamlessly with the brain requires innovation at the intersection of technology and biology. Equally important are the ethical considerations—ensuring that this technology is developed responsibly and with safeguards to protect individual rights and privacy. But I am confident that, with a shared vision and commitment to collaboration, these challenges can be overcome.
In the end, this work is about more than technology. It is about humanity’s enduring drive to understand ourselves and our place in the universe. The opportunity before us is unprecedented, and the stakes could not be higher. By unlocking the mysteries of consciousness, we can illuminate the path to a future where human potential knows no bounds. This is the revolution I strive to be a part of, and it is what makes me believe that the best chapters of our story are still to be written.
It's very sad that such an ambitious, cool project turned out to be unrealistic... 😕
There were some really cool people working there. And I aspired to join that company back in the day too, btw.
Wow 😮 It will be interesting to see if at least this pair of these cool vans will be revived...
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Buying the Billion Dollar Electric @Arrival Van 🚌 That Could've Changed World
https://t.co/cjVWFFE3Cb
Here's my 8.5 hour conversation with @elonmusk & @neuralink team.
It is the longest podcast I've ever done! 🤯 It's a fascinating, super technical, and wide-ranging conversation.
It's here on X & everywhere else, including YouTube: https://t.co/0kYbFNj2Su
On X, it's split up into 3 parts (in replies to this post) due to the current 4 hour limit for video. I continue to push the X engineering team to increase the limit... up it to 10 hours let's go! 🤣
Thank you to Elon Musk, DJ Seo, Matthew MacDougall, and Bliss Chapman who are part of the amazing Neuralink team: @elonmusk, @djseo_, @matthewmacdoug4, and @chapman_bliss.
And thank you to Noland Arbaugh (@ModdedQuad) who is the first human to have a Neuralink device implanted in his brain.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:49 - Elon Musk
4:06 - Telepathy
10:45 - Power of human mind
15:12 - Future of Neuralink
20:27 - Ayahuasca
29:57 - Merging with AI
34:44 - xAI
36:57 - Optimus
43:47 - Elon's approach to problem-solving
1:01:23 - History and geopolitics
1:05:53 - Lessons of history
1:10:12 - Collapse of empires
1:17:55 - Time
1:20:37 - Aliens and curiosity
1:28:12 - DJ Seo
1:36:20 - Neural dust
1:43:03 - History of brain–computer interface
1:51:07 - Biophysics of neural interfaces
2:01:36 - How Neuralink works
2:07:26 - Lex with Neuralink implant
2:27:24 - Digital telepathy
2:38:27 - Retracted threads
2:44:01 - Vertical integration
2:50:55 - Safety
3:00:50 - Upgrades
3:09:53 - Future capabilities
3:39:09 - Matthew MacDougall
3:44:58 - Neuroscience
3:52:07 - Neurosurgery
4:03:11 - Neuralink surgery
4:22:20 - Brain surgery details
4:38:03 - Implanting Neuralink on self
4:53:57 - Life and death
5:03:17 - Consciousness
5:06:11 - Bliss Chapman
5:19:27 - Neural signal
5:26:19 - Latency
5:30:59 - Neuralink app
5:35:40 - Intention vs action
5:46:54 - Calibration
5:56:26 - Webgrid
6:19:28 - Neural decoder
6:40:03 - Future improvements
6:48:59 - Noland Arbaugh
6:49:08 - Becoming paralyzed
7:02:43 - First Neuralink human participant
7:06:45 - Day of surgery
7:24:31 - Moving mouse with brain
7:49:50 - Webgrid
7:57:52 - Retracted threads
8:06:16 - App improvements
8:13:01 - Gaming
8:23:59 - Future Neuralink capabilities
8:26:55 - Controlling Optimus robot
8:31:16 - God
8:33:21 - Hope