A scientist has unveiled a concept for a prison of the future that he has claimed would fast-track a criminal’s release to minutes, instead of years or decades.
Called Cognify, the design would implant synthetic memories of a person’s crime into their brain, but showing their victim’s perspective.
The system could feature a VR-like device that displays AI-generated footage of the offence, coupled with a brain implant that induces emotional states like remorse or regret – feelings some individuals may not produce on their own.
The concept, developed by Hashem Al-Ghaili, would ensure the long-term effects of the therapy session by making the memories permanent.
There are more than 1.7 million people currently incarcerated in the US.
While officials have long said prison deters offenders from future crimes, more than 100 studies in 2021 found that it does not prevent people from reoffending.
With this in mind, Al-Ghaili is looking towards the future with a prison he claims will help criminals learn from their past.
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