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technology1 year ago•2 min saved

"Neuralink Patient's All-Night Gaming Session with Mind-Controlled Implant Sparks Controversy"

Noland Arbaugh, the first person to receive a Neuralink brain implant, shared his positive experience with the device, stating that it has made being paralyzed "not that bad." The implant, which uses thin, flexible threads with electrodes to record neuron activity, has allowed Arbaugh to enjoy activities like video gaming. He described the surgery as "easy" and has since played games like Mario Kart and Civilization VI, showcasing the device's impact on his life.

via UNILAD|

#brain-implant #innovation #neuralink

health-gaming1 year ago•4 min saved

"The Physical Toll of Video Gaming: Research Reveals Surprising Health Impacts"

A new study published in Computers in Human Behavior suggests that engaging in video gaming sessions exceeding three hours in a single stretch is associated with physical problems such as eye fatigue, hand or wrist pain, and back or neck pain. The research, part of the 2022 International Gaming Study, involved 955 participants from four countries and found a dose-response relationship between prolonged gaming sessions and physical symptoms. The presence of an internet gaming disorder also demonstrated a significant effect on reported physical problems. The study highlights the need for interventions promoting healthier gaming habits to mitigate these physical impacts.

via PsyPost|

#gaming-disorder #health-gaming #physical-health

health2 years ago•5 min saved

"Gamers Beware: The Silent Threat of Hearing Loss from Video Gaming"

A systematic review of over 50,000 individuals suggests that video gaming sound levels often approach or exceed safe noise exposure limits, potentially leading to irreversible hearing loss and tinnitus. Impulse sounds during gameplay can reach 119 decibels, exceeding safe limits for children and adults. The study highlights the need for greater public health efforts to raise awareness about the auditory risks associated with gaming and suggests a need for educational initiatives to promote safe listening practices among gamers.

via Neuroscience News|

#health #hearing-loss #public-health

cryptocurrency2 years ago•6 min saved

Ethereum's Tech Upgrade: A Catalyst for Soaring Success

Mysten Labs' CEO, Evan Cheng, believes that Ethereum is fundamentally flawed and that the current wave of crypto companies investing in Ethereum is a mistake. Cheng's blockchain, Sui, offers a programming language called Move that allows for faster, cheaper, and safer creation of decentralized applications. Sui's real-time asset updating feature could be a game changer, particularly for the video gaming community. Cheng aims to bring high-quality games onto Sui and has already signed up 30 development studios. Despite facing tough competition from Ethereum, Cheng's backers, including Andreesen Horowitz and Samsung, are betting on Sui's potential to disrupt the industry.

via Forbes|

#blockchain #cryptocurrency #ethereum