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Neuralink Breakthrough: ALS Patient Achieves First-Ever Independent Eating and Drinking via Mind-Controlled Robotic Arm

Oct 12, 2025 15:37 CST Updated 15:37
Neuralink

Brain-Computer Interface System Developer

On October 11, Neuralink, Elon Musk’s brain-computer interface company, unveiled its latest achievement: Nick Wray, a patient with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), has been able to control a robotic arm with his thoughts following the implantation of the N1 chip in his brain, successfully performing a seamless sequence of actions—“grasping a cup → bringing a straw to his mouth → sipping water.”

Original Title: Musk Unveils New Brain-Computer Interface Breakthrough! ALS Patient Eats and Drinks Independently for the First Time