Core Viewpoint - The article discusses a class action lawsuit against Sarepta Therapeutics, alleging violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 due to misleading statements regarding the safety and efficacy of its gene therapy product, ELEVIDYS, for Duchenne muscular dystrophy [1][3]. Company Overview - Sarepta Therapeutics is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, including the gene therapy ELEVIDYS [2]. Allegations of the Lawsuit - The lawsuit claims that Sarepta and its executives made false or misleading statements about ELEVIDYS, including significant safety risks, failure to detect severe side effects in trials, and the potential for halting recruitment and dosing due to adverse events [3]. - Specific incidents cited include: - On March 18, 2025, a patient treated with ELEVIDYS suffered acute liver failure leading to death, causing Sarepta's stock to drop over 27% [4]. - On April 4, 2025, Sarepta disclosed that EU authorities requested a review of the death, leading to a further stock decline of over 7% [5]. - On June 15, 2025, a second patient died from acute liver failure, prompting Sarepta to suspend shipments and pause dosing, resulting in a stock price drop of over 42% [6]. - On June 24, 2025, the FDA announced an investigation into the risk of acute liver failure associated with ELEVIDYS, causing an additional stock decline of over 8% [7]. Legal Process - Investors who purchased Sarepta securities during the class period can seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit, which allows them to act on behalf of other class members [8].

Core Viewpoint - CorMedix Inc. plans to offer and sell $85.0 million of its common stock in an underwritten public offering, with a potential additional 15% option for underwriters [1][2] Group 1: Offering Details - The offering is subject to market conditions, and there is no assurance regarding its completion or terms [1] - RBC Capital Markets is acting as the sole bookrunner for the offering [2] - The net proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, including working capital and research expenses [2] Group 2: Regulatory Information - The securities are being offered under a shelf registration statement filed with the SEC on May 6, 2024, and declared effective on May 22, 2024 [3] - A preliminary prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus will be filed with the SEC and available on their website [4] Group 3: Company Overview - CorMedix is focused on developing therapeutic products for life-threatening conditions, with its lead product DefenCath® approved by the FDA on November 15, 2023 [6] - DefenCath was commercially launched in inpatient settings in April 2024 and in outpatient settings in July 2024 [6] - The company plans to commence clinical studies in Total Parenteral Nutrition and Pediatric populations in 2025 [6]

Shares in biopharmaceutical company Viking Therapeutics (VKTX 5.35%) were up by 6.3% at 12:30 a.m. ET today. The move likely stems from the market digesting the previous day's news that Viking had initiated a phase 3 trial of its most promising program in its pipeline, namely VK2375, a treatment for metabolic disorders, including obesity.Why VK2375 is exciting investorsThere are probably two key reasons why the market likes the initiation of a phase 3 trial:VK2375 is a dual GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist simila ...

Core Insights - Ocular Therapeutix has launched a new corporate branding and website, marking a significant transformation towards becoming a retina-focused company [1][8] - The new branding reflects the company's innovative vision and commitment to redefining the retina experience, particularly in the treatment of retinal diseases [3][6] Company Overview - Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to redefining the retina experience, with a focus on innovative treatments for retinal diseases [9] - The investigational therapy AXPAXLI™ (OTX-TKI) is an axitinib hydrogel designed for intravitreal injection, aimed at improving treatment durability and long-term outcomes for patients with wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD) [7][9] Market Context - Wet AMD affects approximately 1.8 million people in the U.S., and current treatment options often require up to 12 injections per year, leading to patient burden and potential treatment discontinuation [6] - The company aims to disrupt existing treatment paradigms for retinal diseases, addressing the high burden associated with current pulsatile treatments [6][3] Product Pipeline - Ocular's pipeline includes AXPAXLI™, currently in Phase 3 clinical trials for wet AMD, and DEXTENZA, an FDA-approved corticosteroid for ocular inflammation and pain [10] - The investigational product OTX-TIC is in Phase 2 clinical trials for open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension, leveraging the company's proprietary ELUTYX™ technology [10]

NEW YORK, June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: IOVA) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential violations of the federal securities laws. If you invested in Iovance you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/iovance-biotherapeutics-inc-class-action-lawsuit. Investors have until July 14, 2 ...

NEW YORK, June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Organon & Co. (NYSE: OGN) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential violations of the federal securities laws. If you invested in Organon you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/organon-co-class-action. Investors have until July 22, 2025, to ask the Court to be appointed to lea ...

NEW YORK, June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces an investigation into Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: SRPT) for potential violations of the federal securities laws. If you invested in Sarepta, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/sarepta-therapeutics-inc-class-action. Why is Sarepta being Investigated? Sarepta is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing treatment ...

Company Overview - Coeptis Therapeutics Holdings, Inc. is a next-generation technology and biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative cell therapy platforms for cancer, autoimmune, and infectious diseases [3][4] - The company has a therapeutic portfolio that includes assets licensed from Deverra Therapeutics, featuring an allogeneic cellular immunotherapy platform and DVX201, a clinical-stage natural killer cell therapy technology [4] - Coeptis is also developing a universal, multi-antigen CAR technology licensed from the University of Pittsburgh, alongside GEAR cell therapy and companion diagnostic platforms in collaboration with VyGen-Bio and the Karolinska Institute [4] Recent Developments - Coeptis has filed a registration statement on Form S-4 with the SEC related to a proposed merger agreement with Z Squared Inc. [1][2] - The Form S-4 includes a preliminary proxy statement/prospectus regarding the proposed transaction, which has not yet become effective [2] Technology Division - Coeptis has established a Technology Division aimed at enhancing operational capabilities through advanced technologies, including AI-powered marketing software and robotic process automation tools acquired from NexGenAI Solutions Group [5] Z Squared Overview - Z Squared Inc. is focused on digital asset compute mining, primarily generating Dogecoin (DOGE) and other digital assets like Litecoin, with a market cap of $20 billion [7]

Core Insights - Cellectar Biosciences has signed a multi-year supply agreement with Nusano for iodine-125 and actinium-225, essential for its clinical studies and future commercial needs [1][2] - This partnership is crucial for advancing Cellectar's targeted radiotherapy programs, including CLR-125 for triple-negative breast cancer and CLR-225 for pancreatic cancer [2][5] - Nusano's next-generation production facility in Utah will produce these isotopes, addressing supply chain challenges and enabling innovation in cancer treatment [2][3] Company Overview - Cellectar Biosciences is a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on developing proprietary drugs for cancer treatment, utilizing its Phospholipid Drug Conjugate™ (PDC) delivery platform [4] - The company's product pipeline includes iopofosine I-131, CLR 121225, and CLR 121125, targeting various solid tumors with significant unmet needs [5][6] - Cellectar has received multiple designations from the FDA for its products, including Breakthrough Therapy Designation and Orphan Drug Designation [6] Industry Context - Nusano aims to stabilize the supply of medical radioisotopes, which are critically undersupplied in the market, and to support innovation across multiple industries [3] - The partnership between Cellectar and Nusano highlights the growing importance of reliable access to high-quality radioisotopes for advancing cancer therapies [2][3]

Cohen and Associates is a highly respected neuropsychiatry clinic in western Florida Cohen to serve as foundational clinic in the Sarasota - Bradenton area of Florida Acquisition expected to be immediately accretive to revenue and EBITDA MIAMI, June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- HOPE Therapeutics™, Inc. ("HOPE"), a multi-site clinical care delivery organization and wholly-owned subsidiary of NRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: NRXP), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, today announced the signing of a bi ...