Brain-computer interface commercialization.

Abstract

Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) have emerged as powerful tools to restore neurological function lost due to injury or degeneration. Despite scientific advancements, successful commercialization remains challenging. This article analyzes two rehabilitative BCIs—the Argus II retinal prosthesis by Second Sight and the ARC-IM spinal cord stimulation system by Onward Medical—as case studies to highlight critical factors influencing their commercialization outcomes. The Argus II, initially heralded a