Modems for the Mind: The Future of Brain-Computer Interfaces

In this episode of Austinpreneur, recorded live at Capital Factory, we sit down with Paradromics Founder and CEO, Matt Angle, to explore the cutting edge of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). Paradromics recently became one of the first companies to successfully implant a high-bandwidth BCI in a human patient, a milestone in both neuroscience and technology entrepreneurship.

Tune in as Matt explains BCIs as “modems for the brain,” devices that directly connect neurons to computers, unlocking the ability to restore lost communication for people with paralysis, and potentially enhance human experience for everyone. From helping ALS patients speak again to envisioning immersive, latency-free augmented reality, the conversation spans both humanitarian applications and the long-term implications of a world where thoughts can flow seamlessly into digital systems.

But this isn’t just a science talk. Matt dives into the entrepreneurial side. For founders, this is a masterclass in perseverance, fundraising strategy, and building ambitious hardware in a software-dominated startup ecosystem.

Listeners will come away with a clearer sense of where BCIs stand today, how close we are to mainstream adoption, and why Austin, Texas is fast becoming the BCI capital of the world.

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