China’s ‘brain chip’ drive accelerates with slew of state-backed initiatives

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China is accelerating development in brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) with new state-backed initiatives involving government, insurance companies, and investment banks. This coordinated effort aims to advance the nascent 'brain chip' industry, potentially impacting healthcare innovation.

For years, Elon Musk has dreamed of conquering a range of chronic health conditions by inserting computer chips into the human brain. But that vision could become reality fastest in China, where state authorities are launching a coordinated effort to accelerate the nascent industry’s development. The past few days have seen a string of initiatives related to brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) announced in China, involving parties ranging from state insurance companies to investment banks and local...