First human Neuralink brain chip patient plays chess 'by thinking' in jaw-dropping video

Noland Arbaugh was able to move the cursor without touching the computer

The first recipient of Elon Musk's Neuralink brain chip, Noland Arbaugh, showcased his ability to play chess using his mind in a mesmerizing video shared by Musk.

Arbaugh, paralyzed from a diving accident, controlled the game and a cursor solely through his thoughts, marking a significant breakthrough in brain-computer interface technology.

Arbaugh is the first human ever implanted with the Neuralink brain chip

In the video, Arbaugh expressed gratitude for being able to play chess again and demonstrated how he could control the cursor and pause music "with his brain."

Neuralink's FDA-approved trials, starting in May 2023, allowed Arbaugh and others to test the implant, offering promising prospects for accessibility and independence.

Arbaugh became paraplegic after a 'freak diving accident'

Arbaugh's seamless integration with the Neuralink implant amazed viewers, with many expressing admiration for the technology's potential to improve lives, including helping paralyzed individuals regain mobility in the future.