Neuralink implants the first human brain chip

Neuralink implants the first human brain chip

Elon Musk’s brain-chip startup Neuralink has achieved a significant milestone on Sunday, January 28, 2024, by implanting its first human patient with a brain-computer interface. Musk said on Monday the patient is recovering well and initial results are showing neuron spike detection.

China develops miniature, cost-effective nuclear battery for civilian use

China develops miniature, cost-effective nuclear battery for civilian use

Beijing Betavolt New Energy Technology Co Ltd has announced the development of a miniature nuclear battery, the BV100, which they claim can generate power for 50 years. Utilizing nickel-63 isotope decay technology and diamond semiconductors, this battery offers significant advancements in miniaturizing and modularizing atomic energy batteries.  The company said the batteries have entered the pilot stage and will be put into mass production on the market.