A man, known as 'Mark,' paralyzed by ALS, communicated with smart devices using a new brain implant by Synchron. This implant allows control of Amazon Alexa devices through mind control, avoiding risky brain surgery. Synchron's brain-computer interface also enabled Mark to interact with an Apple Vision Pro headset. Currently, the device is only accessible to participants in Synchron's clinical trial study. The company plans to release trial information to the public soon, followed by a pivotal study for FDA clearance. Synchron's CEO, Tom Oxley, highlighted the device's ability to empower paralyzed individuals by bridging neurotechnology with consumer tech. Unlike Neuralink, Synchron's less invasive brain interface device is implanted in a blood vessel on the brain's surface, transmitting motor intent wirelessly. This groundbreaking technology opens new possibilities for individuals with paralysis to regain control over their environment. Read more AI-generated news on: https://app.chaingpt.org/news