Mind over Matter

He made history as the first human to receive Neuralink’s brain–computer interface. Paralyzed from the shoulders down since a 2016 accident, he can now play chess, text friends, and control a computer using only his thoughts. In his first major in-depth conversation, Noland Arbaugh shares—and shows—his extraordinary journey from life-changing surgery to becoming a pioneer of neurotechnology. What does it mean to live as the prototype of a new human machine future, and what comes next for accessibility, independence, and human potential? Noland Arbaugh First Human Neuralink BCI Recipient, Neurotech Pioneer Jessica Mathews Senior Writer, Fortune Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchises including the Fortune 500 and the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For. The new Fortune video channel dives into personal stories from business owners and entrepreneurs becoming successful in business and sharing their tips to help you reach your goals. Website: http://fortune.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FortuneMagazine Twitter: https://twitter.com/FortuneMagazine TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fortune