Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the brain-computer interface (BCI) industry [1] Core Insights - The brain-computer interface industry is rapidly developing, enabling direct communication between the brain and external devices, with significant advancements in technology and market potential [2][3] - China holds multiple advantages in developing the BCI industry, including technological leadership in non-invasive interfaces, a growing industrial base, and increasing market demand driven by an aging population and industrial upgrades [22][18] - The BCI technology involves four core steps: neural signal acquisition, signal processing and feature extraction, decoding and machine learning, and feedback and control [27][24] - The BCI industry has a complete supply chain covering upstream (materials, chips, electrodes), midstream (signal acquisition and processing), and downstream (medical health, consumer life, industrial production) applications [58][71] Summary by Sections Industry Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the BCI industry [1] Industry Overview - The BCI technology allows for a new communication channel between the brain and external devices, with applications expanding due to advancements in neuroscience and artificial intelligence [2][3] - The global BCI market is projected to grow from approximately $2.62 billion in 2024 to $2.94 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach $12.4 billion by 2034 [2] Technological Development - BCI technology is evolving through three main paths: invasive, semi-invasive, and non-invasive methods, each with distinct advantages and applications [28][30] - Invasive interfaces provide the most precise neural signal acquisition but come with higher risks, while non-invasive interfaces are safer and more user-friendly [41][45] Market Applications - The BCI industry is witnessing rapid growth in various application scenarios, including medical rehabilitation, consumer electronics, and industrial production [58][71] - The medical health sector is currently the largest application area for BCI technology, accounting for approximately 47.62% of the market, with significant potential in rehabilitation and neurodiagnostics [71]