Microsoft ties up with Swiss startup to develop AI that can simulate the human brain

Microsoft partners with Inait to create an AI mimicking mammalian brain function.

: Microsoft collaborates with Swiss startup Inait to develop an AI model that simulates mammalian brain reasoning abilities. The collaboration is built on two decades of neuroscience research, spearheaded by Henry Markram, co-founder of Inait. The technology will initially target finance and robotics sectors, utilizing Microsoft's Azure cloud for global deployment. Markram's research offers an energy-efficient alternative to current AI models, potentially enhancing understanding of neurological conditions.

Microsoft has joined forces with the Swiss AI startup Inait to advance artificial intelligence that replicates the reasoning capacities of mammalian brains. This partnership aims to first welcome technology advancements in the financial and robotics industries before expanding to other sectors. According to Kishalaya Kundu's report on March 19, 2025, the AI system derives from extensive neuroscience research over twenty years, introducing a unique "brain programming language" equipped to learn experientially and grasp causality. Inait's CEO and Co-founder, Henry Markram, adds that these attributes are pioneering a revolutionary shift within AI.

The anticipated technology could have significant applications. Specifically within finance, the technology endeavors to supply superior trading algorithms, risk management tools, and specifically tailored financial advice, while in robotics, it focuses on creating more intelligent robots adaptable to varied and challenging work environments. A vital component of this project is leveraging the Microsoft Azure cloud platform, thus accelerating the widespread adoption of the novel technology.

Inait, although a fresh player in the AI arena, possesses leadership with a distinguished background, as highlighted by the Financial Times. Co-founder Henry Markram dedicated 20 years to producing biologically precise digital mammalian brain replicas, contributing 18 million lines of code to what now fundamentally supports Inait's brain simulation model. While previous Swiss projects concentrated on the mouse brain, Markram is confident about adapting this research for other mammalian brains, including humans. He suggests that simulation models consume less energy and learn faster compared to conventional deep reinforcement learning models.

Markram also conceived the nonprofit Open Brain Institute, aimed at offering researchers entry to the Swiss project's simulation expertise. Although some research elements are accessible gratis, others entail a subscription. Markram persists in his belief that this study can provide valuable insights into complex neurological disorders, such as autism.

Furthermore, a discussion by Y Combinator's CEO emphasizes "vibe coding" as a transformative factor in startup success, potentially aligning with the innovative approaches seen in Inait's strategy.

Sources: TechSpot, Financial Times, Open Brain Institute.

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