While Musk's Neuralink drills into skulls, China's BrainCo bets the future of brain tech is wearable

US · 2026-07-11

1. Step 1 · The triggerBrainCo raises $280M from IDG Capital and Walden International to develop non-invasive wearable BCI devices.
2. Step 2 · Knock-onIncreased R&D and production capacity accelerates BrainCo's path to market, intensifying competition with Neuralink's invasive BCI.
3. Step 3 · Knock-onUS neurotech SMEs face pressure to differentiate or partner; medical device suppliers may see new demand for components.
4. Step 4 · Reaches youBroader investor interest in BCI could lead to higher valuations and more funding rounds for US-based neurotech startups.

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Source: CNBC

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