This document discusses a mind reading system that uses functional near-infrared spectroscopy (FNIRS) to measure oxygen levels and blood flow around the brain. By wearing a headband, this allows the system to transmit light into head tissues and compare the results to MRI data to understand mental states based on facial expressions, head movements, and gestures. Potential applications of this mind reading technology include aiding paralyzed patients or astronauts, predicting bankruptcy, and facial recognition. While this could help disabled people, it also raises issues regarding privacy and criminal justice theories.