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Startup Harnesses Human Neurons for Energy-Efficient Computing

3/15/2026

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Cortical Labs, an Australian startup, pursues biological computing by using lab-grown human neurons.
The company operates biological data centers in Melbourne and Singapore.
The CL1 units use living neural networks to perform tasks with significantly lower energy consumption than conventional AI systems.
The CL1 units have demonstrated learning in video games such as Pong and Doom.
Experts emphasize the need for a legal framework to address ethical and regulatory questions.

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Story summary

Cortical Labs, an Australian startup, pursues biological computing by using lab-grown human neurons.
The company operates biological data centers in Melbourne and Singapore.
The CL1 units use living neural networks to perform tasks with significantly lower energy consumption than conventional AI systems.
The CL1 units have demonstrated learning in video games such as Pong and Doom.
Experts emphasize the need for a legal framework to address ethical and regulatory questions.