TED: Your right to mental privacy in the age of brain-sensing tech | Nita Farahany

The video discusses the rapid development of consumer neurotechnology, highlighting its potential to revolutionize brain health monitoring and treatment. It explores the benefits and risks associated with brain sensors embedded in everyday devices, emphasizing the need for cognitive liberty and data privacy. Personal stories illustrate the transformative power of neurotech in treating PTSD and depression. The video calls for updated human rights to protect mental privacy and self-determination, urging proactive measures to safeguard against the misuse of brain data.

Explain the potential benefits of brain training platforms as discussed in the text.

What role do companies play in the collection and use of brain data?

How does the text suggest we can safeguard against the risks of neurotechnology?

What changes does the text propose regarding our understanding of human rights in the context of neurotechnology?