Computers of the future could delete or steal thoughts

Computers of the future could collect, store or delete your thoughts without your knowledge, experts claim. In a new study a pair of bioethicists claim that'neurotechnology' that links up to the brain could become so advanced and widespread that it is targeted by hackers. This will give intruders unauthorised access to the mind, allowing them to eavesdrop on thoughts and even delete them. Computers of the future could steal or even delete your thoughts, experts have claimed. The authors explain that as'neurotechnology' improves and becomes commonplace, there is a risk that the technology could be hacked.