Core Viewpoint - Vivani Medical, Inc. plans to spin off its subsidiary Cortigent, Inc. into an independent publicly traded company on Nasdaq by the third quarter of 2025, aiming to enhance value for both Vivani and Cortigent stockholders [1][3][6] Company Developments - Cortigent is developing the Orion Visual Cortical Prosthesis System to provide visual perception for the blind and a Stroke Recovery System to aid recovery of arm and hand movement post-stroke [1][8] - The Orion system has received FDA Breakthrough Device designation and completed a six-year Early Feasibility Study with promising results [2][8] - Cortigent's previous product, the Argus II, was the first FDA-authorized artificial vision device, successfully implanted in hundreds of patients [2][8] Strategic Focus - The spin-off will allow Vivani to concentrate on its proprietary NanoPortal drug implant technology, specifically for chronic weight management and type 2 diabetes [1][2][3] - Vivani's lead program includes a six-month subdermal GLP-1 implant for chronic weight management, with additional products in development for type 2 diabetes [9][11] Financial and Operational Structure - The spin-off is expected to provide clearer visibility into the financial and operational structures of both companies, enhancing understanding of their respective strategies and risks [5][10] - The transaction is subject to various conditions, including board approval and SEC and Nasdaq compliance [6] Management and Leadership - Cortigent's CEO, Jonathan Adams, has extensive experience in the biopharmaceutical field and aims to accelerate the development of Cortigent's technologies post-spin-off [2][8]

Portfolio of miniature, once or twice-yearly GLP-1 implants in development for chronic weight management and type 2 diabetes Vivani CEO Adam Mendelsohn, Ph.D. and CMO Lisa Porter, M.D. to discuss the Company's LIBERATE-1 clinical trial from which topline data is anticipated in mid-year 2025 ALAMEDA, Calif., April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vivani Medical, Inc. (NASDAQ:VANI) ("Vivani" or the "Company"), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing miniature, ultra long- acting drug implants, today ...

Portfolio of miniature, once or twice-yearly GLP-1 implants in development for chronic weight management and type 2 diabetes Vivani CEO Adam Mendelsohn, Ph.D. and CMO Lisa Porter, M.D. to discuss the Company’s LIBERATE-1 clinical trial from which topline data is anticipated in mid-year 2025 ALAMEDA, Calif., April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vivani Medical, Inc. (NASDAQ: VANI) (“Vivani” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing miniature, ultra long-acting drug implants, today ...