Microbot Medical wins first Japan patent for LIBERTY

Microbot Medical Inc. reported that the Japanese Patent Office has granted the company its first patent in Japan covering the core LIBERTY® System technology.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Microbot Medical Inc. reported that the Japanese Patent Office has granted the company its first patent in Japan covering the core LIBERTY® System technology.

The patent relates to a compact robotic device used to drive and control the movement of at least one long surgical tool, supporting the company’s robotic surgery platform. The company also furnished a press release with the same information as an exhibit to the report.

8-K Event Classification

3 items: 7.01, 8.01, 9.01

3 items

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure

Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.

Item 8.01 Other Events Other

Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.

FAQ

What did Microbot Medical (MBOT) disclose in this 8-K filing?

Microbot Medical disclosed that the Japanese Patent Office granted the company its first patent in Japan covering the core LIBERTY® System technology, and it furnished a related press release as an exhibit.

What technology is covered by Microbot Medical’s new Japan patent?

The patent covers the core LIBERTY® System technology, described as a compact robotic device designed to drive and manipulate the movement of at least one elongate surgical tool.

Why is the LIBERTY® System important for Microbot Medical (MBOT)?

The LIBERTY® System is Microbot Medical’s core robotic platform, and the newly granted patent in Japan protects its underlying technology for controlling and moving surgical tools in minimally invasive procedures.

Is the information about the Japan patent considered filed or furnished?

The company states that the information in Item 7.01 and Exhibit 99.1 is being furnished, not filed, under the Exchange Act and is therefore not subject to the liabilities of Section 18 of that act.

What exhibit did Microbot Medical (MBOT) include with this 8-K?

Microbot Medical included Exhibit 99.1, which is a press release about the Japanese Patent Office granting the company its first patent in Japan covering the LIBERTY® System technology.

Does this 8-K include any financial statements or transaction details for Microbot Medical?

No financial statements or major transaction terms are discussed; the report focuses on the patent grant in Japan and the related press release.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 1, 2025

MICROBOT MEDICAL INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware		000-19871		94-3078125
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

175 Derby St., Bld. 27

Hingham, MA 02043

(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (781) 875-3605

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐	Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐	Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐	Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
☐	Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par value		MBOT		NASDAQ Capital Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 CFR §230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR §240.12b-2).

Emerging Growth Company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

On October 1, 2025, Microbot Medical Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing that the Japanese Patent Office has granted the Company its first patent in Japan, covering the core LIBERTY^® System technology.

The press release, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, is incorporated herein by reference. The information in this Item 7.01 and Exhibit 99.1 is being furnished and shall not be deemed to be “filed” for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section. This report will not be deemed an admission as to the materiality of any information in this Item 7.01 or Exhibit 99.1.

Item 8.01 Other Events.

The Japanese Patent Office has granted the Company its first patent in Japan, covering the core LIBERTY^® System technology, such as a compact robotic device for driving and manipulating movement of at least one elongate surgical tool.

Forward Looking Statements

This Item 8.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K may contain “forward-looking statements.” Such statements which are not purely historical (including, but not limited to statements that contain words such as “will,” “believes,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “expects,” “intends,” “would,” “could” and “estimates”) are forward-looking statements and include any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future, including but not limited to, regulatory milestones.

Actual results could differ from those projected in any forward-looking statements due to numerous factors. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this Form 8-K, and the Company assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements, or to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements, except as required by law. Although the Company believes that the beliefs, plans, expectations and intentions contained in this Form 8-K are reasonable, there can be no assurance that such beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions will prove to be accurate. Investors should consult all of the information set forth herein and should also refer to the risk factors disclosure outlined in the Company’s reports and statements filed from time-to-time with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit Number		Description
99.1		Press Release
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

	MICROBOT MEDICAL INC.
	By:	/s/ Harel Gadot
	Name:	Harel Gadot
	Title:	Chief Executive Officer, President and Chairman

Date: October 1, 2025