We're one step closer to telepathic conversations with each other. Or we're close to having a technology that makes it seem that way, at least. A new AI device was recently announced that, if worn by two people, can allow for silent communication.

Alterego, the name of the company and the new AI device, was developed by MIT Media Lab and is a peripheral neural interface that will enable you to converse with AI assistants, other machines and other people who are also wearing the device -- all without using your voice or and physically observable movements.

This isn't the first time we've seen the Alterego. We first caught a glimpse of a prototype in 2018. Since then, the device has become smaller and gained more helpful features.

The device can detect signals your brain sends out bef

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