Neuralink successfully implanted a brain-computer interface in a paralyzed man in early 2024, enabling him to play video games with his thoughts. While Neuralink is a prominent player, Chinese firms are also advancing in brain-computer interface technology, albeit at a different pace. Companies like StairMed are developing smaller, less invasive devices and attracting significant investment. NeuroXess has created a chip that allows communication for patients who lost their ability to speak. Overall, while advancements are promising, there are potential risks associated with these technologies that deserve consideration.
Neuralink made headlines in early 2024 for placing a brain-computer interface (BCI) into a paralyzed man which allowed him to, among other things, play video games using just his thoughts.
Chinese companies may not be as advanced as their American counterparts when it comes to linking the human brain to a chip, they are working at a rapid pace.
StairMed's device is smaller and less invasive than Neuralink's BCI, and has raised several hundred million yuan in financing.
Brain chips have allowed people who had lost the ability to speak to communicate with others, showcasing the potential of BCI technology.
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