用“意念”打游戏？科幻图景成风口产业，上海已率先布局

Core Viewpoint - The brain-computer interface (BCI) industry is rapidly emerging, with Shanghai taking the lead in establishing a dedicated industrial cluster to foster innovation and commercialization in this field [1][2]. Group 1: Industry Development - The BCI industry is characterized by the integration of technology breakthroughs and commercialization, supported by favorable policies, industrial foundations, and clinical resources in Shanghai [1][3]. - The Shanghai BCI future industrial cluster, named "Brain Intelligence World," aims to be fully operational by the end of 2025 and seeks to become an internationally influential BCI hub by 2030 [2][3]. - The cluster has attracted over 10 BCI companies, creating a synergistic ecosystem that includes resources from enterprises, hospitals, and platforms [1][4]. Group 2: Collaborative Innovation - A comprehensive collaborative innovation system is being established, which includes clinical trial centers, high-quality incubators, and validation platforms to facilitate the transition from research to clinical application [2][3]. - The "Action Plan for the Future Development of the BCI Industry in Shanghai (2025-2030)" outlines goals for high-quality control of BCI products and aims to create a globally influential innovation hub [3][5]. Group 3: Investment Landscape - The investment landscape for BCI in Shanghai is thriving, with significant funding activities, including a record 350 million yuan in Series B financing for a leading implantable BCI company [6][7]. - The Shanghai Science and Technology Innovation Fund has established a 2 billion yuan special fund for BCI, covering the entire cycle from concept validation to clinical trials [6][7]. - There are currently 15 investment institutions in Shanghai with specialized teams focusing on BCI, indicating a shift from speculative investments to more informed, specialized funding [6][7]. Group 4: Challenges and Future Directions - Despite the high capital interest, the BCI industry faces challenges such as technical bottlenecks, long commercialization paths, high costs, and ethical concerns [6][7]. - The industry requires further enhancement in technology research and innovation, complete industrial chain construction, talent cultivation, and international cooperation to maintain its competitive edge [7].