Synchron has successfully raised US$200 million in a Series D funding round aimed at speeding up the commercialisation of its first-generation Stentrode brain-computer interface (BCI) platform. The funding will also support the development of a next-generation, transcatheter, high-channel whole-brain interface.
The Series D round was led by Double Point Ventures, with participation from existing investors such as ARCH Ventures, Khosla Ventures, Bezos Expeditions, NTI, and METIS. It also attracted new investors including the Australian National Reconstruction Fund (NRF), T Rx Capital, Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), K5 Global, Protocol Labs, and IQT.
Synchron stated in a press release that, "bolstered by this Series D funding, it will continue hiring engineers, neuroscientists, and operators to advance the next generation of BCIs."
This latest financing round brings Synchron’s total capital raised to US$345 million, supporting its mission to transform brain-computer interface technology.
Author's Summary: Synchron raises $200M to fast-track its Stentrode BCI commercialisation and develop advanced whole-brain interfaces, marking a significant milestone in neurotechnology innovation.