World must act on neurotech revolution, say experts


Experts indicate that the emerging field of neurotechnology is much wider than isolated medical breakthroughs, with an array of consumer products already on the market. — AFP Relaxnews

The world is on the cusp of a neurotechnology revolution that could transform human health and welfare, but urgent action is needed to protect brain data, experts told AFP.

Medical neurotechnology breakthroughs have allowed paralysed people to walk again, or deaf people to hear.

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