China's CIBR and NeuCyber are aiming to implant brain chips in 13 individuals by the end of the year, with plans for significant expansions in 2026. The Beinao No.1 chip has already demonstrated potential in paralyzed patients, positioning China to challenge the US in brain-computer interface advancements.
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