Wisear Acquired by Naqi Logix

Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribeChay Carter is the founder of reccy neuro — a purpose-built hiring platform for the neurotechnology industry — and Carter Sciences, a specialist neurotech recruitment firm. In this episode we cover the talent gaps holding neurotech back, how AI can match candidates across implantables, BCIs, neuromodulation and more, and the story of building a product from scratch in a niche field. If you're hiring, job hunting, or building in neurotech - this one's for you.Recorded 3/10/2026Host: Robert Murckoreccy neuro: https://neuro.reccy.dev/Carter Sciences: https://www.cartersciences.com/Chay Carter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chay-carter/

Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribeNaqi Logix recently acquired Wisear, a Europe-based pioneer in ear-based neural signal processing. Naqi, whose neural earbud technology has already been used to control everything from computers to wheelchairs, is now combining forces with Wisear's tech and expertise. Here's the story behind the deal — straight from Wisear's founder and CEO Yacine Achiakh and Naqi Logix's Chief Business Officer Sandeep Arya.Naqi Logix: https://www.naqilogix.com/Yacine LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yacineachiakh/Sandeep LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skarya/

Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribeKey Moments:0:00 Introduction1:12 Journey from Electrical Engineering to Neuroscience6:45 Initial Interest in Neuroscience 8:16 What is connectomics?11:45 Parallels Between Microchip Design and Neuroscience 14:22 Probabilistic Reconstruction in Connectomics19:46 Neurons Behaving Like Brain Regions In C. Elegans22:17 Incorporating Biological Knowledge into Reconstruction Models and Techniques25:47 Humans vs ML: Neuron Image Classification 28:05 Future of Connectomics31:20 Expansion Microscopy33:19 Genetic Barcoding34:25 Synchrotrons and X-Rays34:56 Combining Techniques 35:52 Connectomics: From Flies to Larvae Zebrafish - Optical Microscopy37:19 Bee Neuroscience, Behavior, and Connectomics40:03 Mouse Connectomics: Eventually Expansion and Exploration of More Complex Animal Brains42:39 Any Possibility to Understand the Human Brain at this Level of Detail?45:07 Tips for Breaking into Connectomics and Neuroscience 50:50 Why are gap junctions hard to see?53:48 Connectomics Applied to Neuromorphic Computing55:07 Alcoholic Fruit Flies: Connectomics Applied to Human Medicine58:03 Conclusion and Contact InfoDr. Scheffer’s email: [email protected]: 3/20/2024Host: Robert Murcko

Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribeKey Moments:0:00 Introduction4:36 Initial Interest in Neurotechnology7:34 Exploring Diverse Fields of Interest: Neuromorphic Computing, Brain-Machine Interface, Heliostat Fields, Military Applications10:51 MEMS14:52 Bio-compatiblity and Bio-mimetic Systems in Neurotech18:12 Neuromorphic Computing in Brain-Computer Interfaces22:14 Integrating Device Engineering with Computing in Post-Doc24:19 Challenges in Data Storage and Processing27:19 MEMS Experience Transferring to Semi-Conductor Fabrication28:38 Neuromorphic Computing Strategy for Neural Implants30:41 Water-based Resistive Switches for Neuromorphic Connections34:03 Challenges of Applying New Thought Process to Designing Architectures36:51 Back to Neural Interfaces: Transitioning from Academia to Industry39:32 Working in Industry: Translation, Engineering vs Business41:59 What Expertise Does Neurotechnology Need More Of?44:32 Brain Modeling: Companies vs Research Labs45:56 Getting Involved in Neurotech - Advice for Students: Ask Questions, Don’t Rely on Jargon49:21 Future of Neurotech: Next 20 Years51:27 Book Recommendation: Outlive by Peter Attia52:25 Book Recommendation: Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman, Build by Tony Fadell, CEO Excellence by Dewar et al.53:45 Conclusion and Contact InfoDr. Akshay Ananthakrishnan’s LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshayy-91/Recorded: 5/9/2024Hosts: Robert Murcko & Yuqing Wang

Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribeKey Moments:0:00 Introduction3:02 Founding Story: Connectome Health6:15 Inspiration for Company Name: Connectome Health8:12 fNIRS Overview and Connectome’s Modality Agnostic Strategy10:23 Hardware11:26 Key Brain Metrics13:16 Goal to Move into NeuroDiagnostics13:59 Scientific Validity and Research Behind Connectome’s Metrics15:27 Strategy to Eventually Enter Clinical Space18:07 Connectome User Experience 25:44 Current State of Connectome Health: Pre-Launch, Fundraising 27:02 Long-Term Vision for Connectome Health29:47 Advice for Students or Young Professionals Interested in Neurotech30:56 The Future of Neurotechnology33:41 Book/Media Recommendations: Huberman Lab, Being You (by Anil Seth), The Spike (by Mark Humphries), The Old Man and The Sea (by Ernest Hemingway)35:40 ConclusionConnectome Health: https://www.connectome.health/Recorded: 4/17/2025Host: Robert Murcko 

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Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribe Key Moments 0:00 Introduction 2:22 Initial Interest in Neuroscience/Neurotech 4:17 Background and Origins of Synaptrix 6:15 Development of Neuralis Product 7:10 Benefits of Building a Product “In-House” 8:54 In-House Lab Build Out 10:41 Moving Quickly Through Regulatory Stages 11:40 Guardrails Helping Keep Safety and Efficacy Paramount 13:34 Saffron 1 Model 17:01 Saffron 2 and 3 in Development 18:08 Generalizability (“Fluid Matrices that Respond in Real Time to Brain Data) 18:50 Why More Bandwidth is Useful 19:50 Future Path: A Non-Invasive Option for Non-Binary Motor Imagery 20:47 Clinical Study: Empower Study 23:41 Raising Venture Capital 24:48 VC vs Grants: Difference in Requirements 26:26 What is next for Synaptrix? 28:09 Form Factor 29:33 Breaking Into Neurotech 32:26 Breaking Into Neurotech From An Alternate Route 33:54 Predictions for Neurotechnology 36:37 Conclusion and Contact Information Aryan Govil LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aryangovil/ Synaptrix Labs: https://www.synaptrix-labs.com/ Host: Robert Murcko Recorded: January 18, 2024

Please note this episode was recorded when Dr. Krinke was still in his former position as of CEO at Newronika. Key Moments 0:00 Introduction 5:01 Initial Interest in Neuroscience 7:04 Newronika: Background and Origins 9:11 Closed Loop Deep Brain Stimulation Methodology 12:39 Does Closed Loop DBS Pose Additional Risks? 15:20 Newronika WebBioBank 17:07 Data Science/AI: Detecting Waking Up & Freezing of Gait Directly Through the Brain 20:47 What’s Next for Newronika 22:39 Clinical Trial Framework 23:41 Advice: How to Get Involved in Neurotech 27:09 The Future of Neurotech 31:54 Conclusion: Investing, Collaborators, Europe Launch Host: Robert Murcko Recorded: January 25, 2024 Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribe Newronika: https://newronika.com/ Lothar Krinke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lothar-krinke-81955817/

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