Biotechnology Newswire

COLUMN: Double down on American biotech to defeat China

China could soon overtake America as the world’s biotech powerhouse. Such a development would have dire implications for the U.S. economy and national security. Congress’ bipartisan National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology recently sketched …

A new benchmark for biotech IPOs? Kailera raises $625M to fund obesity pipeline

Kailera Therapeutics appears to have set a new benchmark for biotech IPOs with an upsized $625 million offering to fund its pipeline of obesity therapies. The Waltham, Massachusetts-headquartered company is selling 39 million shares of its common stock— …

Windlas Biotech announces Rs 47 crore buyback at Rs 1,000/share; sets April 24 as record date

Smallcap pharma company Windlas Biotech Limited on Friday approved a share buyback worth up to Rs 47 crore in which the company will purchase 4.7 lakh equity shares from the existing investors. The shares represent 2.23% of the company's equity at Rs 1 …

US loses ‘regenerative capacity’ without foreign talent, biotech CEO says

Restricting the ability to bring in the best foreign talent will hinder companies’ growth and in turn the US economy, the head of US biotech company, Flagship Pioneering, said at Semafor World Economy in Washington, DC. People who immigrated to the US did …

China to further open up telecom, biotechnology and healthcare sectors

BEIJING, April 16 (Xinhua) -- China will steadily expand its pilot opening-up programs in areas including value-added telecommunications, biotechnology and wholly foreign-owned hospitals, the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday. The decision was …

OpenAI launches biotech-specific AI model dubbed GPT-Rosalind

Following its recently announced partnership with Novo Nordisk, OpenAI is introducing a new reasoning model, GPT-Rosalind, to support research in biology, drug discovery and translational medicine. The model is named after English researcher Rosalind …

Govt CPC Polytechnic in Mysuru gets Rs 1.2 crore to set up biotech innovation lab

Biotech cancer drug firm set for $300m US deal

Commenting on the acquisition, Tushar Singhvi, Deputy CEO and Head of Investments at Crescent Enterprises, said: “We are proud to have supported CrossBridge Bio from its early stages and to see the company reach this important milestone with its …

Biotech Insights - Spring 2026

The popularity of GLP-1s have brought post-approval changes to New Drug Applications (NDAs) to centerstage. Recently, the FDA approved Wegovy in tablet form, offering an alternative to the injection currently on the market. Whether relating to drug …

India, Austria to boost ties in defence, semiconductors and biotech: PM Modi

Speaking alongside Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker, Modi highlighted plans to build reliable global supply chains by combining Austria’s expertise with India’s scale. The visit, the first by an Austrian Chancellor to India in four decades, is …

Supreme Court brings Sterling Biotech case to a close after Rs 9,800 crore recovery

Supreme Court brings Sterling Biotech case to a close after Rs 9,800 crore recovery New Delhi [India], April 15 (ANI): In a significant development that underscores closure over prolonged litigation, the Supreme Court has brought the Sterling Biotech …

Vir Biotechnology Completes Astellas Deal to Advance Prostate Cancer Immunotherapy

Vir Biotechnology has entered a global strategic collaboration with Astellas Pharma to co-develop and commercialize an experimental immunotherapy for prostate cancer, following regulatory clearance under U.S. antitrust law. The agreement centers on VIR‑ …

Cambridge biotech STORM Therapeutics raises $56M

STC-15 is the world’s first RNA-modifying enzyme inhibitor to reach human trials. Phase 1 showed durable tumour regression across multiple sarcoma subtypes. The $56M Series C is backed entirely by existing investors including Pfizer Ventures and M Ventures …

Early-stage funding slumps toward post-pandemic low, piling more pressure on biotech startups

A slow start to 2026 has put first-time biotech financings on course for their worst year since before the pandemic, reducing the already limited funding opportunities available for startups. The data come from J.P. Morgan’s first-quarter biopharma …

Biotech stocks are on a tear again

BMS makes a Beeline, bringing 5 assets to biotech's $300M precision immunology debut

In July 2025, Bristol Myers Squibb announced that it was spinning out a startup with help from leading life sciences investment firm Bain Capital. BMS would fill its initial pipeline with five assets while Bain would help build buzz with $300 million in …

10 Best Biotech Stocks Under $10 to Buy

In this article, we will be taking a look at the 10 Best Biotech Stocks Under $10 to Buy. According to Eli Casdin, CEO of Casdin Capital, biotech is currently experiencing a momentary stop despite being in one of the best economic environments in years …

OPINION: To beat China, we need to double down on American exceptionalism

China could soon overtake America as the world's biotech powerhouse. Such a development would have dire implications for our economy and national security. In 2025, Chinese biotech companies inked over $135 billion worth of licensing deals with large …

How Hong Kong’s role as innovation hub helps healthcare and biotech firms

Many world-class cities are prioritising efforts to enhance their health technology infrastructures to attract more clinical trials and research projects. These can offer many benefits not only to pharmaceutical companies and research institutes, but also …

Freightera Receives Innovate BC Growth Award for Efficient, Technology-Driven Expansion

Freightera scaled revenue, reduced costs, and boosted automation, reaching its third year of profitability with strong and growing EBITDA. VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Freightera, the North American B2B freight marketplace …

ELEMENT 29 LLC Awarded GSA MAS Contract, Expanding Access to $50B+ Federal Services Market

ELEMENT 29 expands federal access to engineering, AI/ML, and cybersecurity capabilities through its newly awarded GSA MAS contract. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ELEMENT 29 LLC announced it has been awarded a contract …

Germany Line-Level AI Optimization Market Grows; Siemens and Bosch Lead

Industry 4.0 integration and edge AI drive industrial efficiency gains ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the latest analysis by Fact MR, the Germany Line-Level AI Optimization Market is undergoing a …

South Korea Semiconductor Intermediates Market Surges; Samsung and SK Hynix Lead

HBM and EUV adoption drive strong semiconductor supply chain growth ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the latest analysis by Fact.MR, South Korea’s semiconductor intermediates market is entering a …

Germany Quantum Computing Advanced Packaging Market Grows; Intel, Amkor Lead

Industrial standardization and R&D investments drive rapid expansion ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The German quantum computing advanced packaging market is entering a pivotal phase of industrialization. …

Hannah Testani Named Woman CEO of the Year 2026 by Logistics Business Outlook

Hannah Testani named Woman CEO of the Year 2026 for transforming logistics intelligence into a strategic advantage at Intelligent Audit. ROCHELLE PARK, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Intelligent Audit, a leader in …

Increased Demand in Education and the Public Sector Drives Safer Device Management for MSPs

As organisations continue to expand the use of shared & mobile technology, MSPs are facing growing demand for secure, compliant & sustainable device management UNITED KINGDOM, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As education and public sector …

Strategic Advantage of Concurrent Adjustment of Status for EB-5 Investors

Global Immigration Partners Highlights Strategic Advantage of Concurrent Adjustment of Status for EB-5 Investors WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Immigration Partners Highlights Strategic Advantage of …

Sparks Police Department Launches DeskOfficer AI to Support Non-Emergency Calls in 911 Center

AI-powered system handles non-emergency calls, reduces wait times, and improves access while allowing dispatchers to focus on critical incidents AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sparks Police Department has …

Creating High-Impact Mobile Learning for Today’s Distracted Minds

Instructional designers in the smartphone era face a tough task: make learning engaging and effective on a pocket-sized screen. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobile learning isn’t simply desktop training shrunk to …

MIRhosting strengthens internal expertise in GDPR, compliance and customer due diligence

MIRhosting strengthens internal expertise in GDPR, compliance and customer due diligence AMSTERDAM, NORTH HOLLAND, NETHERLANDS, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MIRhosting has further expanded its internal knowledge and capabilities in the …

Capture Every Spark: TELESIN to Showcase Pro-Grade Cinema Ecosystem at NAB Show 2026

LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TELESIN, a global leader in professional action camera and mobile photography accessories, is proud to announce its participation in the NAB Show 2026. Under the theme " …

Hydrolix Named 'Data Observability Solution Provider of the Year' in 2026 Data Breakthrough Awards

Hydrolix's third consecutive win recognizes company's innovation in real-time visibility at petabyte scale. PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hydrolix, the real-time data platform for operational …

Imperial Brands and Accevo turn manufacturing excellence into competitive advantage at global scale

Accevo MES platform now live across seven factories on three continents, delivering multi-million savings. KRAKóW, POLAND, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Accevo MES platform now live across seven factories on three continents, delivering multi- …

One Stop Nutrition Taps SynergySuite and CBS NorthStar to Fuel AI-Driven Growth Across Franchise Network

One Stop Nutrition partners with SynergySuite and CBS NorthStar to deploy AI-driven POS and back-of-house tech to scale its nationwide franchise network. SANDY, UT, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Health and wellness leader …

Toss the Coin Architects the Brand Identity and Design of SmartWheels GPS

A full-scope brand identity and design engagement for SmartWheels, a plug-and-play GPS vehicle tracking platform. NAPLES, FL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Toss the Coin (TTC), a strategic B2B marketing and brand …

Wesley Paterson Launches Debut Leadership Book The Hero's Rope on April 17, 2026

Award-winning consultant Wesley Paterson, CMC, reveals why hero culture is destroying teams and how leaders can build self-reliant organizations. NY, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wesley Paterson, CMC, internationally …

IvyGro Launches AI-Powered Real Estate Platform Delivering Significant Savings for Illinois Homebuyers

AI-powered property search and commission rebates help homebuyers save thousands at closing. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IvyGro, an innovative real estate technology platform, is redefining the homebuying experience …

Apolo and Volta Insite Partner to Bring AI-Powered Equipment Monitoring to Mid-Market Asset-Intensive Industries

The collaboration pairs Volta Insite’s electrical intelligence with Apolo AI Launchpad, giving asset-heavy companies a faster path from data to decisions. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Most asset-heavy …

Mini Data Centers Market Trends, Investment Opportunities, and Growth Analysis Through 2033 Featuring Huawei, Vertiv

Mini Data Centers Market is estimated to be valued at USD 6.69 Bn in 2026 and is expected to reach USD 12.79 Bn by 2033, growing CAGR of 9.7% from 2026 to 2033 BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mini Data …