A.I.-Powered Brain Implant Restores Speech for Paralyzed Woman in Real Time

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Researchers in California have developed a groundbreaking brain implant that uses artificial intelligence to transform thoughts into speech
almost instantly.This innovation marks a significant leap in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, offering hope to individuals who
have lost their ability to communicate due to neurological conditions.The device was tested on Ann, a 47-year-old woman who became paralyzed
and unable to speak after a stroke 18 years ago
Earlier versions of the implant translated her thoughts into speech with an eight-second delay, making natural conversation impossible.The
latest model, however, reduced this delay to just 80 milliseconds, effectively allowing real-time communication
output.A.I.-Powered Brain Implant Restores Speech for Paralyzed Woman in Real Time
(Photo Internet reproduction)The technology relies on advanced AI algorithms trained on thousands of phrases Ann silently attempted to
articulate
These algorithms decode neural signals from the motor cortex, which controls speech-related movements of the mouth and vocal
cords.Breakthrough in Brain-Computer Interfaces Restores CommunicationThe current system supports a vocabulary of 1,024 words and achieves
near-instantaneous translation of thoughts into spoken words
Ann expressed deep emotion upon hearing her reconstructed voice for the first time, describing it as a powerful reconnection with her
identity.The researchers believe this breakthrough could significantly improve the quality of life for people with severe communication
impairments
already common in hospitals for epilepsy diagnostics, making the technology more accessible and scalable for broader use
such as expanding vocabulary size and improving accuracy, the system represents a major step toward restoring natural communication for
patients with conditions like ALS or locked-in syndrome.This achievement highlights the transformative potential of combining neuroscience
and artificial intelligence
It offers new possibilities for millions worldwide who face severe communication barriers, bringing them closer to regaining their voices
and independence.