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Medtronic bets another $700M on surgical robots
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· September 2, 2026
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Key points This move involves distributing technology from a Hong Kong-based manufacturer. Medtronic is investing $700M in surgical robots.
Medtronic is investing $700M in surgical robots. This move involves distributing technology from a Hong Kong-based manufacturer. The distributed technology will complement Medtronic's own Hugo robotic-assisted surgery system.
Further details about this investment are available from the source. Medtronic is a medical device company based in Minnesota.
The company's decision to invest in surgical robots indicates a continued interest in this area of medical technology, with the Hugo system being a key part of its offerings.
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Category: business Published: September 2, 2026 Source: Star Tribune Reading time: 1 min
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