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Noland Arbaugh

Noland Arbaugh

First Neuralink Participant

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Notable Quotes

"I was not expecting it to be as good as it is. I think there were moments when I realized, like, 'Oh, this is a much bigger deal than I thought it was.'" β€” August 2025 interview

"It's given my life back." β€” On the implant's impact

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Neuralink's human brain-computer interface trials

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Active user, pursuing neuroscience degree

Two years ago, Neuralink implanted a coin-sized chip in Noland Arbaugh's brainβ€”the first human to receive the company's Telepathy device. As of January 28, 2026, twenty-one people across four countries are using Neuralink implants to control computers, phones, and robotic arms with their thoughts. Several participants now exceed the cursor-control speed of able-bodied people using a mouse.

Updated Feb 2