Wukong Neuromorphic Computer: China’s 2.1 Billion Neuron Brain-Inspired Breakthrough

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Zhejiang University’s “Wukong” Neuromorphic Computer: A New Milestone in Brain-Inspired Computing On August 2, 2025, Zhejiang University’s National Key Laboratory of Brain-Machine Intelligence made a significant announcement that has captured the attention of researchers and technology enthusiasts worldwide. The laboratory unveiled Darwin Monkey, affectionately named “Wukong” (Chinese for “Monkey King”), the latest generation of neuromorphic computing system that has set a new global benchmark in the field. This isn’t just another incremental improvement in computing technology—it represents a fundamental shift in how we approach artificial intelligence and brain simulation. What Exactly Is a Neuromorphic Computer? Before we dive into the …