Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) - Recommendations to the European Commission
Implantable technologies, particularly Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs), raise significant ethical and legal concerns, notably regarding the physical and mental integrity of citizens in Europe and beyond.
In this position paper, we propose to the European Commission a comprehensive assessment of the current technological landscape, differentiating between neuroscientific aspirations and the actual, present-day capabilities of neurotechnology. Additionally, we examine the ethical concept of Identity Integrity in the context of emerging Brain-Computer Interface technologies and its application to policymaking.
We recommend the adoption of a regulatory framework integrating a risk-based approach, best practices, and clear EU regulatory guidelines to ensure the ethical and responsible development, deployment, and oversight of Brain-Computer Interfaces.
This paper has been edited in collaboration with Laetitia Pouliquen (NBIC Ethics), Pr. Fabrice Jotterand and Dr. Laure Tabouy.
