11. Cybersecurity and Data Privacy in Robotic Platforms • Safeguarding sensitive patient and procedural data in connected surgical environments. How regulators assess cybersecurity preparedness, and what emerging standards should manufacturers align with (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST)? • Questions offered by Clinician / Industry Panel
12. Regulatory Sandbox Initiatives • Participation in sandbox pilots (e.g., FDA’s Digital Health Center of Excellence, MHRA’s AI Airlock). How manufacturers may participate in regulatory sandbox initiatives for emerging technologies like AI and telesurgery. • Questions offered by Clinician / Industry Panel
13. Training & Credentialing Requirements • Regulatory expectations for training validation, proctoring, and competency tracking. How regulators view the role of simulation and AI-driven training in ensuring consistent operator performance. • Questions offered by Clinician / Industry Panel
