According to Sawyer Merritt, Neuralink's next-generation surgical robot can insert threads into the brain in just 1.5 seconds, a significant improvement from the previous 17-second process, revolutionizing the efficiency of brain-computer interface (BCI) implantation (Source: Sawyer Merritt on Twitter). The robot is designed to be compatible with 99% of the global human population, greatly expanding its market reach and scalability in medical AI applications. The updated needle can penetrate over 50mm from the brain's surface, allowing access to more brain regions and enabling advanced AI-driven neurological treatments. Furthermore, the needle cartridge is now 95% less expensive to produce, opening up substantial business opportunities in affordable neurotechnology and AI-powered healthcare solutions (Source: Sawyer Merritt on Twitter).