Neuralink Probed for Allegedly Transporting Contaminated Devices Removed from Monkey Brains

February 13, 2023

(The Verge) – Elon Musk’s brain implant company is under investigation by the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) after allegations surfaced today that it may have illegally transported pathogen-laced devices removed from monkeys. An animal welfare group raised concerns in a letter sent to the USDOT today asking it to investigate Musk’s company Neuralink “for violations of the federal hazardous material transportation law and fine it accordingly.” (Read More)