Core Viewpoint - Neuralink, founded by Elon Musk, is set to begin large-scale production of its brain-machine interface technology this year, marking a significant advancement in automated surgical procedures and bringing previously speculative technology into mass production [1][4]. Company Developments - Neuralink has announced that it will automate surgical processes, reducing the insertion time for its devices to 1.5 seconds and cutting manufacturing costs by 95% [4]. - As of September 2025, 12 patients with severe paralysis have successfully implanted Neuralink devices, enabling them to perform tasks such as gaming and social media interaction [5]. - The company raised $650 million (approximately 4.55 billion RMB) in a funding round completed in June [5]. Industry Trends - The brain-machine interface sector is experiencing a surge in interest and investment, with companies like阶梯医疗, 博睿康, and 芯智达 entering clinical validation stages [9]. - The Chinese government has included brain science and related research in its "14th Five-Year Plan," aiming for significant technological breakthroughs by 2027 [10]. - The market for brain-machine interfaces in China is projected to grow from 3.2 billion RMB in 2024 to over 5.5 billion RMB by 2027, with global market estimates reaching $40 billion by 2030 [11]. Market Response - Following Neuralink's announcement, stocks related to brain-machine interfaces surged, with notable increases in companies such as 南京熊猫电子股份 (up 43.69%) and 微创脑科学 (up 16.19%) [2][3]. - A-share market also saw significant gains, with multiple companies hitting the upper limit of their trading range [2]. Future Outlook - Neuralink's roadmap includes plans for motion decoding for patients with spinal injuries and visual encoding for those with vision impairments, potentially addressing mental health issues and enhancing cognitive abilities [6]. - The industry is expected to benefit from technological breakthroughs, policy support, and collaborative ecosystems, with a projected CAGR of 17% from 2025 to 2034 [11].