Dear President Biden,
I am Dr. Emil Ahangarzadeh and I reside in the Golden State. I am writing to you regarding the issue of brain-machine interface technology and the upcoming plans by some corporations to have brain tech implants mass produced and mass marketed to the general public. My suggestion is that you consider urging legislation that bans these types of embedded devices.1
The implants are being hyped as providing the capability for instant learning, instant memory, cures for some neurological disorders, and calling up the Web in one's mind. However, upon further inspection, they strongly resemble smartphones, each with Bluetooth radios, a processor, and a wireless charger.
Smartphones, along with the social media they facilitate, are currently causing dramatic psychological and physiological harm to humans, especially young people. Compelling research conducted at San Diego State University by Dr. Jean Twenge is just one example tying the devices to an increase in suicide, poor sleep habits, and declining health. Smartphones and social media also tend to be highly addictive. With implants, the tendency for humans to always be in an excited state and connected is frightening. The stress and trauma currently brought on by smartphones might increase dramatically.
The United States could lead the world in protecting its citizens, particularly its young people, from these devices. Strong legislation banning the implants would make a big difference.
Thank you for considering my request. And thank you for your service to this great nation.
Reference:
https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Femo0000403
With exceptions for incurable neurological or orthopedic disorders or defections including Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis or Motor Neuron Disease, Ataxia, Guillain-Barré syndrome, Locked-in Syndrome, etc.