Beyond The Valley
Would you get a chip implanted in your brain?
May 30, 2024
The podcast explores the Internet of Bodies, discussing chips implanted in the brain for medical purposes. They delve into the risks and benefits of merging technology with the human body, including brain-computer interfaces and health applications. The conversation also touches on privacy concerns and innovative technologies like contactless payment implants and AI in medical data analysis.
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- The podcast explores the merging of humans and technology through the Internet of Bodies, including chips implanted in the brain.
- It emphasizes the potential health benefits of IOB technologies in improving healthcare and accessibility for individuals with medical conditions.
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Introduction to the Internet of Bodies
The podcast delves into the concept of the Internet of Bodies, a fusion of technology and the human body. It explores the three generations of this concept: external devices like smart rings, internal devices such as ingestible chips, and the merging of technology within the body. One specific example discussed is Elon Musk's Neuralink project, which aims to create a brain-computer interface.
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