Neuralink, Elon Musk’s brain-computer interface company, recently filed as a 'small disadvantaged business' with the U.S. Small Business Administration, a status that can offer federal procurement advantages. This designation contrasts starkly with its latest $9 billion valuation following a $650 million funding round led by major investors. Neuralink aims to develop neurotechnology to assist people with paralysis, reflecting ongoing growth despite regulatory and political scrutiny around Musk's diverse holdings.