Human microchips are here and will change the way we live

It’s no secret that technology is advancing at an alarming rate. In a world where everything from our phones to our cars are becoming increasingly connected, it was only a matter of time before we started implanting microchips into our bodies. Microchips in humans will undoubtedly change the way we live.

Some people may see this as a terrifying prospect, but those in the know believe that human microchips will change the way we live for the better.

What can a microchip implanted on a human actually do?

One of the most exciting potential applications for human microchips is in the field of medicine. Imagine being able to monitor your vital signs or receive real-time alerts if you are at risk of developing a serious condition. Microchips could also be used to deliver targeted drug therapies directly to specific areas of the body.

Another area where human microchips could have a big impact is in the realm of security. Imagine never having to worry about losing your keys or forgetting your password again. With a microchip implanted in your hand, you would be able to unlock doors and log into your devices with a simple wave.

Of course, there are also some more sinister potential applications for human microchips. If the wrong people got their hands on this technology, it could be used to track people’s movements, monitor their communications, and even control their behavior.

That’s why it’s so important that we think carefully about the implications of human microchips before we start implanting them en masse. Done right, they could be a powerful tool for improving our lives. Done wrong, they could do more harm than good.

Do human microchip implants already exist?

If you’re talking about the subdermal chips that some people use to store medical information, the answer is yes.

They’ve been used for years in animals, and more recently in humans. One example is the VeriChip, which was FDA-approved in 2004.

The company behind it went out of business in 2010, but there are other microchipping companies out there, like Biohax International and Dangerous Things.

As for larger-scale human microchipping projects, there are a few that have been proposed or trialed.

One example is the Human Microchip Implant Initiative in Sweden, which was launched in 2004. The initiative offered to microchip employees of a Swedish company, and as of 2017, around 4,000 people had taken them up on the offer.

In the U.S., a slightly different approach has been taken by the startup Neuralink, which was founded by Elon Musk in 2016.

Neuralink is developing implantable brain-computer interfaces (aka the “brain chip”), and while the company hasn’t yet said when or if they’ll be available for human use, they have carried out trials on animals.

So, while human microchipping isn’t yet widespread, it’s certainly something that’s being explored by governments and businesses around the world.

Who knows, maybe one day we’ll all be implanted with human microchips and that day may come sooner than we thought!

What countries have started microchipping humans?

There are a few countries that have started to allow microchipping of humans. The first country to do so was Sweden, back in 2015. Since then, other countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom have all followed suit. One of the most recent additions to this list is China, who began to allow human microchipping in 2019.

Some of the reasons why countries have started to explore human microchipping

One of the primary motivations is for security purposes. For example, the chips can be used to store information such as medical records or contact details.

They can also be used to track people who have been reported missing, or those with dementia who are at risk of wandering off.

Another reason for microchipping humans is to improve efficiency in various industries. For instance, employees in factories or warehouses can use chips to quickly and easily access the tools or products they need.

In the future, human microchipping may also be used to enhance human abilities, such as increasing our memory or communication skills.

Some people have raised concerns about the potential abuse of human microchips. For example, there is a worry that employers could force their workers to be chipped, or that governments could use chips to track their citizens. There is also a concern that the chips could be used to manipulate or control people’s behavior.

Despite these concerns, the number of countries that have started to allow human microchipping is on the rise, and it is likely that this trend will continue in the years to come.

Why would people want to have a microchip implant?

There are many benefits of microchip implants for humans. The most obvious benefit is the convenience factor. Microchipped individuals will never have to worry about losing their keys or IDs again. They will also be able to use their implanted chips to access secure areas, make purchases, and so on.

Another benefit of human microchip implantation is the medical potential. Chips could be used to store important medical information such as allergies, blood type, and medical history. They could also be used to monitor vital signs and provide information to doctors in case of an emergency.

Families with Alzheimer’s patients may also find human microchips to be beneficial. The chips could be used to track the patients in case they wander off, and to provide information to caretakers.

Lastly, human microchips could be used to enhance human abilities. For example, chips could be implanted in the brain to improve memory or communication skills.

Are there risks of human microchip implantation?

As with any new technology, there are always risks associated with human microchip implantation.

One of the biggest risks is the potential for abuse. For example, employers could force their workers to be chipped, or governments could use chips to track their citizens.

Another risk is that the chips could be hacked or used to manipulate or control people’s behavior which could even lead to using humans as weapons.

Lastly, there is always the possibility of complications arising from the surgery itself.

What are the consequences of human microchip implantation?

The consequences of human microchip implantation are both physical and psychological. The risks associated with the surgery are very low, but they do exist. The most common complication is an infection at the site of the chip implant. There is also a small risk of the body rejecting the chip.

The psychological risks are more difficult to quantify. There is a worry that people who have been microchipped will be more easily controlled and monitored by the government or other authority figures. There is also a fear that microchipped individuals will be less private and more susceptible to identity theft.

Science fiction and human microchips

The idea of human microchips has been around for many years, and it has often been portrayed in science fiction. One of the earliest examples is the 1967 film The Users, in which a group of criminals uses implanted chips to control their victims.

In more recent years, the television series Black Mirror and the movie Upgrade have both explored the potential consequences of human microchipping.

Some sci-fi books describing microchips in humans are:

• 1984 by George Orwell
• Altered Carbon by Richard K. Morgan
• Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
• The Island of Dr. Moreau by H.G. Wells
• The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells
• The Time Machine by H.G. Wells
• The Invisible Man by H.G. Wells
• The Machine Stops by E.M. Forster
• Brave New World by Aldous Huxley
• WE by Yevgeny Zamyatin
• Metropolis by Thea von Harbou
• Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
• Ender’s Game by Orson Scott

Final thoughts

While the idea of human microchips may seem like something out of a science fiction movie, it is quickly becoming a reality. In the years to come, we will likely see more and more countries start to explore the potential of human microchipping.

Ultimately, the decision to implant a microchip is a personal one, at least for now. There are risks and benefits to consider before making a decision. However, the potential benefits seem to outweigh the risks for many people. Microchipping could become increasingly popular as this technology continues to develop. Sweden has already started using microchip implants on humans and is rising in popularity due to Covid-19 restriction lifts. More and more people ask to be micro-chipped to free themselves of constant worry and stress.

What do you think about human microchipping? Do you think it is a good or bad idea? Would you ever consider getting a microchip implant? Let us know in the comments below!