# Neuralink
FDA Stops Elon Musk and Neuralink with its idea of implanting chips in human brains
A year ago, billionaire Elon Musk unveiled his ambitious "Neuralink" project, which seeks to use experimental chips in the human brain. The idea behind this project is to develop technology that would allow the brain to be directly connected to a computer, which would, in theory, allow for greater efficiency in the interaction between humans and electronic devices.
Elon Musk's Neuralink Bid to Test Brain Chips in Humans Rejected by U.S. Regulators
In a setback to Elon Musk's medical device company, Neuralink, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has rejected its application to conduct human trials of its revolutionary brain implant. The FDA denied the application a year ago, according to a report by Reuters, citing safety concerns.
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In response to delays with Neuralink, Elon Musk approaches brain chip startup Synchron about a partnership.
According to four people with firsthand knowledge of the situation, Elon Musk has approached brain chip implant firm Synchron about a potential investment as his own business Neuralink tries to catch up in the race to connect the human brain to technology.