Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has announced his plans to merge with a pig using his company Neuralink's technology. The groundbreaking procedure, which has never been attempted before, will involve implanting a Neuralink device into the pig's brain, allowing Musk to connect with and control the animal's movements.
Musk, who has been vocal about his belief in the potential of neural implants to enhance human capabilities, sees this as an exciting opportunity to explore the possibilities of merging with other species. "I have always been fascinated by the idea of merging with other organisms, and this is a great opportunity to experiment with that concept," Musk said in a statement.
The procedure, which is set to take place next month, will be performed by a team of neurosurgeons and engineers from Neuralink. The pig, which has been carefully selected for the experiment, will be anesthetized during the procedure, and will be monitored for any adverse reactions.
The procedure has sparked controversy, with some experts questioning the ethics of merging with animals. However, Musk remains confident in the potential benefits of the experiment, and sees it as a crucial step towards advancing our understanding of the brain and its capabilities.
The procedure is set to take place at Neuralink's headquarters in San Francisco, and will be streamed live on the company's website. This is definitely an experiment that will be worth keeping an eye on.