2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2026-01-05 06:55Core Viewpoint - The brain-computer interface (BCI) industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by advancements in technology and supportive government policies, with significant developments expected by 2026 when large-scale production is set to begin [2][3]. Industry Developments - Neuralink plans to start mass production of BCI devices in 2026, utilizing nearly fully automated surgical processes [2]. - The BCI index in the A-share market rose by 9.37%, with over 20 stocks, including companies like Botao Bio and Sanbo Brain Science, hitting the daily limit [2]. - The National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) has issued guidelines for BCI rehabilitation charges, which has accelerated the industry's growth [2]. Policy Support - The 14th Five-Year Plan identifies BCI as one of six key future industries, with specific pricing projects established for both invasive and non-invasive BCI technologies [3]. - New regulations from the NHSA in September 2025 will facilitate the coding of innovative medical products, further promoting BCI clinical applications [3]. Technological Breakthroughs - China has made significant strides in invasive BCI technology, becoming the second country globally to enter clinical trials for invasive BCI systems [4]. - The "North Brain No. 1" GCP multi-center clinical trial, set to launch in October 2025, will be the first to implement a high-throughput, wireless, semi-invasive BCI system with over 100 channels [4]. Competitive Landscape - The BCI industry in China is competitive, with the potential to lead globally, as companies focus on serving downstream clients, including hospitals and patients [5]. - The BCI industry has established a complete supply chain, covering upstream materials and chips, midstream signal processing, and downstream applications in healthcare and consumer products [6]. Regulatory Focus - BCI products, especially invasive types, are classified as high-risk medical devices, necessitating strict regulatory oversight [8]. - Companies like Xiangyu Medical and Aipeng Medical are actively pursuing product registrations for various BCI applications, including rehabilitation and monitoring systems [8][9].