加速构建脑机接口“热带雨林式”创新生态

Core Viewpoint - The recent implementation of the "Implementation Opinions on Promoting the Innovation and Development of the Brain-Computer Interface Industry" by seven departments, including the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, aims to establish a robust ecosystem for the brain-computer interface industry in China by 2027, focusing on breakthroughs in key technologies and the establishment of advanced technical, industrial, and standard systems [1] Group 1: Industry Development - The brain-computer interface industry is currently in its early development stage in China, necessitating the emergence of leading enterprises with strong technical integration capabilities and substantial financial resources to support the industry's backbone [1] - The "Implementation Opinions" emphasize the need to cultivate leading enterprises in the brain-computer interface field and support the formation of industrial innovation consortia to undertake major national scientific and technological projects [1] Group 2: Innovation and Entrepreneurship - A number of enterprises and institutions with core technologies are emerging, such as the semi-invasive "Beijing Brain No. 1" and invasive "Beijing Brain No. 2" intelligent brain-computer systems developed by the Beijing Brain Science and Brain-like Research Institute in collaboration with Beijing Chip Intelligence Technology Co., Ltd., both of which have reached world-leading levels [2] - The "Implementation Opinions" highlight the importance of nurturing innovative small and medium-sized enterprises, high-tech enterprises, and specialized "little giant" enterprises to enhance the diversity and resilience of the industry ecosystem [2] Group 3: Policy and Capital Support - The prosperity of the industry ecosystem relies on favorable "climatic conditions," with numerous policies introduced at both national and local levels to support the development of the brain-computer interface industry [3] - The National Medical Products Administration has proposed policies to facilitate the review and approval of medical devices based on brain-computer interface technology, paving the way for clinical applications once the technology matures [3] - Capital interest in the brain-computer interface industry is increasing, exemplified by Shanghai Ladder Medical Technology Co., Ltd. completing a significant B-round financing of 350 million yuan, marking the highest single financing record in the domestic sector [3]