OIA invests in Neuralink healthcare technology

MUSCAT: Oman Investment Authority (OIA) has announced an investment in Neuralink, the US-based neurotechnology company specialising in brain-computer interfaces, as part of its strategy to expand investments in advanced and future-focused technologies.
The investment reflects OIA’s broader efforts to diversify its international portfolio and strengthen its presence in innovative sectors with long-term growth potential, particularly in healthcare and deep technology.
Neuralink develops implantable microchips designed to enable direct communication between the human brain and digital devices. The technology is aimed at supporting patients suffering from neurological disorders and mobility impairments, including stroke-related conditions and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
The company’s neural implants allow brain signals to be translated into digital commands, enabling users to control devices or type using thought. According to recent clinical trial results, the company’s first human patient was able to operate a computer and type through brain activity alone, highlighting the potential of the technology to improve independence and quality of life for patients.
Neuralink has received regulatory approvals in the United States to conduct human clinical trials using robotic surgical systems for implant procedures. Over the past two years, the company has implanted its devices in 21 patients, with a significant expansion in trials planned during 2025.
The company is also advancing its “Blind Vision” project, a neuro-optical system designed to restore sight by stimulating the brain’s visual cortex using signals captured through digital cameras.
OIA said its global investment portfolio spans more than 52 countries, supporting the Sultanate of Oman’s goals of economic diversification and financial sustainability through investments across strategic sectors and emerging technologies.
The authority added that it recorded strong financial performance in 2025, reinforcing its position among leading sovereign wealth funds globally while continuing to pursue sustainable long-term returns through diversified international investments. — ONA