Pitts: Carson Block's St. Jude Comments Are a Market Play

The video discusses allegations by Carson Block regarding cybersecurity vulnerabilities in medical devices and the role of the FDA in addressing these issues. It highlights the need for collaboration between device manufacturers and cybersecurity firms, and the potential for new regulations. The discussion also touches on the market dynamics influenced by these allegations and the evolving complexity of medical devices, emphasizing the FDA's need to adapt to technological advancements.

What is your reaction to the allegations made by Carson Block?

How do you think the FDA should respond to vulnerabilities found in medical devices?

What are the potential downsides of the interactivity of medical devices?

Discuss the evolution of how hacking and cybercrime fit into the FDA's priorities when evaluating products.

What kind of regulations do you expect could arise from the business model of cybersecurity firms?