By Adam Woodward • Published: 29 Jan 2026 • 18:49 • 2 minutes readNeuralink brain implant. Credit: NeuralinkRecent breakthroughs in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology are starting to pay off with jaw-dropping success in medical science, and offering hope for millions suffering from blindness, paralysis, and other debilitating conditions. Currently in clinical trials, Neuralink has enrolled 21 participants worldwide, dubbed “Neuralnauts,” who have shown remarkable progress, including seamless video game control. Recently, we hosted a webinar with @neuralink , and interviewed three ALS patients actively participating in Neuralink clinical trials. Gestala’s Non-invasive ultrasound BCI: Treating without surgeryIn China, startup Gestala is challenging invasive methods like Neuralink’s by using ultrasound technology for non-surgical brain access.