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by ctoth 1570 days ago
> Imagine wearing a VR like headset that records fMRI/MEG signals and then instantly transcribes the words you’re thinking of into your text editor.

Now imagine being coerced into wearing this same setup except the transcription will be used for legal purposes. For years, each time we take another step towards something like this[0] I have sounded the alarm. It's like we techno-optimists never ever learn. The street finds its uses for tech, and so does Big Brother.

[0]: https://www.fastcompany.com/90350006/watch-this-device-trans...