The UN did not specifically mention Neuralink, Elon Musk's company that received FDA approval for human trials of microchip brain implants. However, it warned of the potential disastrous consequences of unregulated use of such technology, including the potential for data-hungry corporations to capture individuals' reactions and emotions. The UN also warned of the potential harm if sensitive data is extracted and misused, and the potential for disruption of neurological development in children implanted with the chips.
Key takeaways:
- The UN is advising against the use of unregulated neurotechnology, such as AI chip implantations, due to the grave risk it poses to people’s mental privacy.
- Concerns include the potential for shaping a young person's thoughts, accessing private thoughts and emotions, and the risk of sensitive data falling into the wrong hands.
- UNESCO is developing a global ethical framework focused on how neurotechnology affects human rights.
- Neurotechnology could potentially disrupt the neurological development of children, permanently shaping their future identity.