Who We Are

Enablers of Next Generation Human-Computer Interaction.

Brain-Computer Interface

Bridging human biology and digital experiences through advanced neural signal interpretation

Cognitive Insights

Providing unprecedented insights into human emotions, intentions, and cognitive states

Personalized Experiences

Creating intuitive, responsive applications that resonate on a profoundly human level

At Arctop, we build the essential software layer that bridges human biology and digital experiences. Our advanced brain-computer interface technology interprets real-time neural signals, providing applications with unprecedented insights into human emotions, intentions, and cognitive states.

We believe technology should understand and adapt to you—enhancing your experiences, productivity, and well-being. By unlocking the power of real-time cognitive data, we're enabling developers to create intuitive, responsive, and deeply personalized applications that resonate with users on a profoundly human level.

Our Values

Curiosity

We believe the foundation for the future is already inside us: the human brain, source of all human experiences and abilities. At Arctop we feel the more we can learn about it, the better. We're curious people who think that multidisciplinary, unconventional approaches are often key to solving hard problems.

For the World

Our work is for everyone – not just one field or industry. We started Arctop to create life-changing technology that can be used anywhere by anyone. We value affordability, accessibility, and universality, alongside reliability, high-performance and trust.

Always Pioneering

From our humble beginnings as two people working in a room beneath a garage in San Francisco, we have passionately pursued the technological forefront of machine-learning and AI for BCI. Now as we bring the transformational power of Arctop to life, we are as committed as ever to staying at the technology's cutting edge, pushing boundaries and pioneering what's next.

Our Story

Arctop, founded in California in 2016 by neuroscientist Dan Furman, Ph.D. and software engineer Eitan Kay, is a leading venture in the field of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology. Arctop is driven by a desire to build technology that enhances human life for all.

2016

The Beginning

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Founded in San Francisco with a vision to transform human-computer interaction

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Secured pre-seed funding

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Developed working prototype of Brain ID, a brain-based authentication system

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Filed our first BCI patent application, covering Brain ID and interaction methods

2017

Building the Foundation

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Received R&D grant from the Israel Innovation Authority and opened our Tel Aviv office

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Developed AR/VR digital action model and emotion recognition system

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Filed our second patent covering interactive electronic content delivery

2018

Entertainment Partnerships

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Launched audio projects with Sony Music, Warner Music, and Universal Music

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Launched video projects with Bruckheimer Films, Eko, and Vertical Entertainment

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Developed multidimensional emotion model, filed additional patents

2019

Expanding Applications

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Won first grant from the U.S. Air Force for new training capabilities

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Featured in Fast Company's Innovation Festival hosted by Gucci in Milan

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Developed empathic computing system and filed two new patents

2020

Focus on Focus

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Partnered with Endel to optimize music for human focus

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First patent granted in the USA for BCI technology

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Filed a new patent for BCI technology

2021

Expanding Capabilities

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Collaboration with Daikin on measuring enjoyment through brain signals

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2 patents granted in EU and Japan; 2 new patent applications filed

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Published 2 research papers on focus optimization and brain-based authentication

2022

Human Performance Optimization

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Partnered with Stanford Medicine to optimize surgical training

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1 patent granted and 1 new application filed

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Published in top peer-reviewed journal Frontiers in Computational Neuroscience

2023

Commercialization

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Continued collaboration with Stanford Medicine for the Surgical Metrics Project

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Announced $10M+ Series A funding from Fifth Growth Fund and Supermoon Capital

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2 patents granted across multiple jurisdictions and 1 new application filed

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Arctop CEO publishes Wall Street Journal -"Computers Will Soon Read Your Mind"

2024

Advanced Applications

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Advanced research with US Air Force on adaptive training simulations

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Developed robust intent model, a brain-based interaction recognition system

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4 new patents granted across EU, USA, and Japan, strengthening our IP portfolio

2025

The Future Awaits

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Ongoing partnership serving the US Air Force and other government agencies

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Developed advanced auditory attention, visual attention models and intent models

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Developed new paradigm for consumer BCI interaction

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New funding round in progress

Our World-Class Team

Meet the people behind Arctop's groundbreaking technology. Our diverse team combines expertise in neuroscience, AI, software engineering, and product development to push the boundaries of what's possible.

Dan Furman

Co-founder & CEO

Neuroscientist, Harvard graduate with Ph.D. from Technion, Dan leads Arctop's execution with deep expertise in brain-computer interfaces.

Eitan Kay

Co-founder & CTO

Full-stack software engineer and cybersecurity specialist, Eitan leads Arctop's technical development and innovation.

Ben Kogan

Chief of Staff

Orchestrating operations and strategic initiatives to drive our mission forward.

Shai Kalev

Principal Software Engineer

Architecting robust software solutions to power our cutting-edge technology.

Kuan-Jung Chiang

Senior Algorithm Engineer

Developing AI/ML algorithms that translate neural signals into real time data.

Alex Amirhanov

Cloud Engineer

Building Arctop's cloud infrastructure to enable advanced capabilities.

Our Advisors, Past and Present

Our advisors bring invaluable expertise and guidance from diverse fields including neuroscience, medicine, technology, intelligence, and business, helping shape Arctop's vision and strategy.

Inon Beracha

Previously CEO of PrimeSense, the 3D sensing and facial recognition technology company that played a key role in Microsoft's Kinect's success, acquired by Apple.

Dan Sack

Strategic growth expert and mobile technology entrepreneur, Harvard graduate (Economics) who previously served as VP Platform at AppLovin (acq. MAX), Twitter (acq. MoPub).

Hillel Pratt

Neuroscience Professor Emeritus, former Dean of the Graduate School at Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, renowned sensory neurophysiologist.

John Ratcliffe

Currently the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, previously served as the Director of National Intelligence, and member of the U.S. House of Representatives.

Miri Bar-Halpern

Clinical Psychologist, Director of Trauma Training and Services at Parents for Peace and the Director of Intensive Outpatient Treatment Services at Boston Child Study Center.

Bob Stickgold

Psychiatry Professor Emeritus at Harvard Medical School, Visiting Professor at M.I.T. Media Lab, Affective Computing group, a pioneering scientist in sleep, cognition, and memory.

Alex Kroll

Distinguished graduate of the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School, experience in over 40 different aircraft, Air Transport Pilot certificate, type rated in the B737, DHC-8, F-16.

Brian Hibbeln

Defense Intelligence luminary, decorated retired Air Force officer, previously served as Director of the Special Capabilities Office and Chief Scientist of MASINT at NRO.