Brain implants and robotic limb replacements have become an area of increasing interest. The most recent step in advancement being the implantation of a brain implant into the brain of a human by Elon Musk’s Neuralink company. The aim of this is to allow people to control devices with just their thoughts

Indeed, this isn’t the first instance of brain implants being used. Previous examples include Gert-Jan Oskam who used an implant to allow him to stand and walk. Technology has also advanced with robotic arms being tested in monkeys allowing them to control the arm to eat.

However, this all raises the question of should we still be weary of these developments as well as question the motives behind them. As with an implant, there is the risk of infection. It is also worth noting that despite the advertised successes, there are instances where the public and investors were misled abut the safety of the brain implant. Records showed that monkeys with the implant experienced paralysis, seizures and brain swelling. This forces us to question, is he hiding anything else?