Market first, regulation in parallel: MedTech World speakers debate evolving pathways to market access
Speakers concluded that while regulatory compliance remains essential, commercial viability and clinical adoption must lead decision-making.
Policy & Regulation
South Korea plans launch of unified digital health platform, expanding medical data infrastructure
The new platform will combine the Health Information Exchange System (HIDI) with the Health Information Highway, providing a unified interface for hospitals, clinics, and individuals.
WHX Dubai discussions examine public health policy, data and healthcare investment
Sessions focused on how digital tools and health data are being used to support more preventative and responsive public health approaches.
Brunei launches AI-powered national programme to prevent cardiovascular disease
The CARDIO4Cities programme builds on Brunei’s existing digital health platform, BruHealth, and seeks to use population-wide data and AI to identify high-risk individuals early.
South Korea speeds up market entry for internationally evaluated medical devices
Under the revised system, medical technologies using devices that have undergone international-level clinical evaluations are classified as medical technologies that can enter the market immediately.
South Korea’s National Assembly approves telemedicine legislation after 15 years
The law establishes rules for doctor-to-patient telemedicine and intermediary platforms, while aiming to improve patient safety, access, and quality of care.
Vietnam allows VNeID electronic health records to replace paper medical files
Under the decision, health data displayed on VNeID is interconnected, fully integrated, and legally equivalent to paper records when used in official procedures.
South Korea unveils measures to expand healthcare data use for AI-enabled care
New measures include integrating hospital clinical data into national platforms, scaling bio big data resources, and strengthening in-hospital validation of medical AI.
Oman advances healthcare with nationwide AI deployment
Oman’s nationwide use of AI in healthcare, especially for disease screening and medical imaging, aims to enhance diagnostics, efficiency, and patient access in public facilities.