Neuralink, the brain–computer company co-founded by Elon Musk, was established in 2016.
Neuralink was founded in July 2016 by Musk and a group of engineers and scientists. The company focused on implantable brain–computer interfaces, technology intended to translate neural activity into commands that computers can interpret.
Its long-term aims have included developing tools for people with paralysis or neurological disorders. The company’s proposed system combines a surgically implanted device, fine electrode threads, and software for processing neural signals. Such systems require extensive testing and regulatory review before broad medical use.
The founding year is sometimes confused with Neuralink’s later public announcements. The company’s formation occurred in 2016, while public demonstrations and clinical developments took place several years afterward. It is also separate from Tesla, SpaceX, and OpenAI, despite Musk’s association with all of those organizations.