The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (Image courtesy of the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards)
SEOUL, March 4 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korea is taking the lead in developing international standards for brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, a cutting-edge field that enables users to control devices using only their thoughts.
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS), part of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, announced on March 3 that it was hosting the annual meeting of the BCI International Standards Committee from March 3 to 6 at Gachon University Convention Center. The event is bringing together more than 70 technical experts from nine countries, including the United States, China, and India, to discuss global BCI standardization efforts.
BCI technology collects and interprets neural signals generated by brain activity to interact with digital devices. It has the potential to enhance the quality of life for people with mobility impairments by allowing them to perform tasks such as turning on lights or operating robotic prosthetics using only their thoughts.
Established in 2022, the BCI International Standards Committee is working to develop standardized terminology, data formats, and application guidelines to facilitate commercialization and ecosystem development in this field. South Korea has played a key role in these efforts, leading initiatives on BCI data format standards and chairing the working group responsible for standard development.
During this year’s meeting, South Korea is proposing two new international standards: one outlining design considerations for BCI developers and another providing interface guidelines for multipurpose BCI systems. The KATS stated that once implemented, these standards will improve compatibility between brain-computer systems and devices, making the technology more stable and accessible across various environments.
“The adoption of these standards is expected to accelerate the commercialization of BCI technology by improving interoperability between brain activity and digital systems,” the agency said in a statement.
Kevin Lee (kevinlee@koreabizwire.com)
