Top 19 Brain-computer interface startups

Updated: Jul 20, 2026
|
These companies are developing technologies for direct communication pathway between wired brain and computer.
1
Hemispheric
Country: Israel | Funding: $53M
Hemispheric develops AI foundation model trained to decode non-invasive brain activity with breakthrough accuracy and translate it into actionable insights for clinicians and researchers. The brain signals are obtained through a lightweight dry EEG headset a patient wears on their head. For 15 minutes the individual interacts with an app on a tablet or phone while the system captures the individual's brain wave activity. The model then generates objective results for clinicians to use for diagnosis and to determine the most effective treatment that matches the patient's brain profile.
2
Neuralink
Country: USA | Funding: $1.3B
Neuralink is Elon Musk's company, which creates BCI implant to help people with neurological disorders and paralysis. Their coin-sized implant, The Link, has a high number of electrodes: 1024, distributed across 64 threads. The thread-like electrodes are thinner than a human hair. The implant is wireless, so it can be implanted completely under the skull, making it comfortable for the patient. Nauralink is conducting human clinical trials: patients with installed implant can control computer and other external devices. The company also develops high-precision surgical robot for its installation. In the long term Neuralink sees its technology being used to enhance human cognitive functions.
3
MindMaze
Country: Switzerland | Funding: $340.7M
MindMaze builds intuitive human machine interfaces through its breakthrough neuro-inspired computing platform. Our innovations at the intersection of neuroscience, mixed reality and artificial intelligence are poised to transform multiple industries.
4
Synchron
Country: Australia | Funding: $330M
Synchron manufactures and markets a medical device that can be delivered to the brain with a catheter to record neuron signals that might be used to control an advanced prosthetic.
5
Merge Labs
Country: USA | Funding: $250M
Merge Labs is developing a non-invasive brain–computer interface (BCI) capable of reading human thoughts using sound waves and magnetic fields, without the need for surgery.
6
Precision Neuroscience
Country: USA | Funding: $170M
Precision Neuroscience is a neural platform for next-generation brain-computer interface technology.
7
Kernel
Country: USA | Funding: $158.2M
Kernel is building advanced neural interfaces to treat disease, illuminate the mechanisms of intelligence, and extend cognition.
8
Paradromics
Country: USA | Funding: $108.4M
Paradromics is developing broadband for the brain
9
Neurable
Country: USA | Funding: $57.8M
Neurable produces smart headphones with built-in EEG sensors and AI signal processing system that monitors and analyzes brain activity in real time, thereby implementing a brain-computer interface. The headphones work in tandem with a mobile app that provides cognitive data on mental fatigue, cognitive recovery and concentration, enabling more productive work. Neurable also collaborates with other companies to integrate brain-computer interface capabilities into various devices and systems. Specifically, it has partnered with iMotions - software platform for human behavioral research; MeSpace, which develops and manufactures workstations aimed at enhancing productivity and Healthspan Digital, a precision medicine company focused on longevity, to help professionals assess brain health and cognitive performance.
10
InteraXon
Country: Canada | Funding: $39.9M
InteraXon builds a wearable brain sensing headband Muse that leverages the world’s largest database of brain activity to help people live happier, healthier lives.
11
NeuroLutions
Country: USA | Funding: $27.8M
NeuroLutions seeks to develop a revolutionary platform of devices, based on Brain Computer Interface (BCI) technology
12
Brain.space
Country: Israel | Funding: $23M
Brain.space is a brain-mapping data company.
13
Gestala
Country: China | Funding: $21M
Gestala develops brain-computer interface technology to enable communication between the human brain and intelligent systems.
14
Cognixion
Country: USA | Funding: $16.7M
Cognixion is a neural interface startup creates AI-powered products for individuals with disabilities.
15
Neiry
Country: Russia | Funding: $10.4M
Neiry develops world’s first neural interfaces for day-to-day business tasks, medical therapy, training and entertainment.
16
CorrActions
Country: Israel | Funding: $10M
CorrActions is a software-based platform that's used in a product with human-machine interaction.
17
Blackrock Neurotech
Country: USA | Funding: $10M
Blackrock Neurotech is the platform for brain-computer interface (BCI) technology and manufacturing.
18
Neural Signals
Country: USA
Neural Signals operates as a manufacturer of communication equipment for paralyzed patients.
19
BrainGate
Country: USA
The BrainGate research team includes leading neurologists, neuroscientists, engineers, computer scientists, neurosurgeons, mathematicians,
  See also:
Siddhant Patel
Editor: Siddhant Patel
Siddhant Patel is a senior editor for AI-Startups. He is based out of India and has previously worked at publications including Huffington Post and The Next Web. Siddhant has a special interest in artificial intelligence and has spent a decade covering the rapidly-evolving business and technology of the industry. Siddhant graduated from the Indian Institute of Science (Bengaluru). When he’s not writing, Siddhant is also a developer and has a deep historical knowledge of the computer industry for the past 50 years. You can contact Siddhant at sidpatel(at)ai-startups(dot)pro