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Starfish Neuroscience, the brain-computer interface (BCI) venture spearheaded by Valve CEO Gabe Newell, is targeting the production of its first brain chip prototype later this year. Unlike more invasive approaches, Starfish is focused on developing a less intrusive implant capable of accessing multiple brain regions simultaneously. The company’s primary goal is to explore therapeutic applications, particularly in the treatment of neurological disorders. This development builds upon Valve’s previous forays into BCI technology within the gaming sphere, with the long-term vision of enabling more direct communication between the human brain and computers.