REGULATION OF NEUROTECHNOLOGIES: CHALLENGES AND RISKS

Abstract

Neurotechnology devices and techniques interact directly with the human brain, decoding mental processes and potentially manipulating thoughts. While they may bring wondrous benefits such as the cure for previously incurable diseases, they also allow companies and governments to potentially abuse the data they acquire and manipulate individuals and societies. Because of that, society and governments should take a proactive approach and ensure neurotechnology development follows clear safety and ethical guidelines.