In The Matrix, users plugged into a computer using a bulky cable attached to the brain
Daily Mail: US military reveals $65m funding for 'Matrix' projects to plug human brains directly into a computer
* System could be used to give soldiers 'supersenses' and boost brainpower
* Will also allow radical new treatments for patients with sensory disorders
* Four teams will focus on vision and two on aspects of hearing and speech
The US military has revealed $65 million of funding for a programme to develop a 'brain chip' allowing humans to simply plug into a computer.
They say the system could give soldiers supersenses and even help treat people with blindness, paralysis and speech disorders
The goal is 'developing an implantable system able to provide precision communication between the brain and the digital world,' DARPA officials said.
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Update: Get ready for the real Matrix: DARPA commits $65M to research brain-computer interfaces (Silicon Angle)
WNU Editor: The U.S. military is investing $65 million into this science project .... that is a serious commitment. What's my take .... another example where life is imitating Hollywood.
2 comments:
Darpa used to be cutting edge...now they are playing catchup with pocket money
I wonder if it will be like "Ready Player One"? I reccomend checking out the audio book. Also they are releasing a movie of it next year, directed by Steven Spielberg.
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