Noland Arbaugh
Noland Arbaugh is a 30-year-old man whose life took a dramatic turn in 2016 when a swimming accident left him quadriplegic. After nearly eight years of paralysis, he made history in January 2024 as the first human recipient of Neuralink's brain-computer interface, allowing him to control a computer with his thoughts. Living in Yuma, Arizona, he has adapted to his condition with a strong sense of determination and positivity, using humor and a deep faith to navigate the challenges he faces. Noland's journey represents both the potential of cutting-edge technology and the ethical implications of such advancements.
Born on Mar 21, 1994 (31 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Romania | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 11,063 | $250,000 | 144$ |
| Totals | 1 | 19,237,691 | 11,063 | $250,000 | 144$ |
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Romania:
Noland Arbaugh was the first person to use the N1 implant and noted that the wires connected to his motor cortex had retracted.
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Hungary:
Noland Arbaugh was the first recipient of Neuralink's brain-computer interface after becoming paralyzed from a diving accident.
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Ecuador:
Noland Arbaugh is the first patient to receive a brain implant from Neuralink.
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India:
Noland Arbaugh became the first person to receive a brain chip implant from Neuralink, enabling him to control a computer using only his thoughts.
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Ecuador:
Noland Arbaugh has a chip implanted in his brain that allows him to control a computer with his thoughts.
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New Zealand:
Noland Arbaugh is a quadriplegic who received an implant that allows him to control a computer with his mind.
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Ecuador:
Noland Arbaugh is the first patient implanted with a Neuralink chip that allows him to control a computer mouse with his thoughts.
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Ecuador:
Noland Arbaugh is the first man to have a chip implanted in his brain by Elon Musk's company Neuralink.
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Malaysia:
Noland Arbaugh became the first individual to receive a brain chip implant from Neuralink after being paralyzed from the waist down.
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United Kingdom:
Noland Arbaugh became the first person to receive a brain-computer interface device from Neuralink after being paralyzed.
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