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Srinivasa Reddy Kandi: Max Hodak Discusses the Future of Brain-Computer Interfaces and Ethical Challenges

December, 10, 2025-05:26

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Max Hodak Discusses the Future of Brain-Computer Interfaces and Ethical Challenges:

In this week’s episode of StrictlyVC Download, Connie Loizos interviews Hodak about the rapid advancements in BCI technology — developments that he believes are arriving much faster than most people realize. Hodak shares details about a major milestone achieved by Science Corp.: a tiny retinal implant, smaller than a grain of rice, that has enabled 80% of blind patients to read again. He describes it as one of the most significant breakthroughs in vision restoration in decades.

The conversation also explores the near-term commercial opportunities for BCIs in medical applications, as well as the long-term frontier involving cognitive enhancement and even the concept of “binding” multiple brains together. Hodak also discusses why Science Corp.—which has raised $260 million to date—remains focused on generating revenue now while investing in future, more advanced products.

Finally, the interview delves into the ethical and practical concerns surrounding neurotechnology, including hacking risks, enhancement, and the provocative idea that transferring or “moving” consciousness outside the human body might one day be possible.

Author: Kandi Srinivasa Reddy, Srinivasa Reddy Kandi, #KandiSrinivasaReddy, #SrinivasaReddyKandi