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Gilead Sciences has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Arcellx, incl. anito-cel from their 2022 collaboration & Arcellx’s D-Domain CAR technology platform, for the implied equity value of $7.8B
As per the deal, Gilead, which owns ~11.5% of Arcellx, will launch a tender offer for $115/share, plus a non-transferable CVR of $5/CVR tied…
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The US FDA has accepted the NDA of iberdomide + daratumumab & dexamethasone (IberDd) for the treatment of pts with r/r multiple myeloma, with submission to be reviewed under Project Orbis (PDUFA: Aug 17, 2026)
NDA was supported by the planned analysis of MRD negativity rates in the P-III (EXCALIBER-RRMM) trial assessing IberDd vs…
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J&J has reported positive topline Phase III (MajesTEC-9) results demonstrating that Tecvayli (teclistamab) monotx. significantly outperformed SoC in r/r multiple myeloma
The study included patients with 1–3 prior therapies, all previously treated with anti-CD38 antibodies and lenalidomide. Most patients were refractory to anti-CD38 mAbs (85%), lenalidomide (79%), and their last therapy (>90%). Tecvayli achieved…
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Chinese NMPA received two IND applications for CT0596 to initiate P-Ib/II trials in r/r multiple myeloma (MM) & primary plasma cell leukemia (pPCL), respectively
IIT in China showed favorable efficacy as of Aug 31, 2025, with 6/8 evaluable R/R MM pts achieving PR or better (3 CR/sCR, 1 VGPR, 2 PR) at an mFU…
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Lynozyfic is emerging as a standout in heavily pre-treated multiple myeloma. In the pivotal LINKER-MM1 trial, it delivered early, deep, and durable responses, offering renewed hope for patients with limited options. Its response-adapted dosing regimen further reduces treatment burden and enhances convenienceÂ
Regeneron is accelerating progress with a broad development strategy, advancing Lynozyfic across multiple therapy lines, combination regimens, precursor conditions, and global markets. The program…
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CARsgen reported that early clinical results of CT0596, in Pts with R/R MM, were shared in ASH’25. The company plans a P-Ib registrational study in 2026, following an IND submission expected in H2'25
The P-I trial enrolled 8 pts with R/R MM who received CT0596, with a median of 4.5 prior therapy lines. Enrollment…
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Thermo Fisher Scientific has received FDA 510(k) clearance for the EXENT Analyser & Immunoglobulin Isotypes (GAM) Assay, an automated mass spectrometry-based platform, for aiding diagnosis of MM & related conditions
The EXENT System detects & isotypes low-concentration M-proteins with high sensitivity to identify them by molecular weight, differentiating endogenous from therapeutic antibodies & providing…
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The US FDA has approved Blenrep + BorDex for the treatment of r/r MM in adults who have received ≥1 prior therapy, incl. a proteasome inhibitor & an immunomodulatory agent. NDA under NMPA’s priority review
Approval was based on P-III (DREAMM-7) trial assessing Blenrep (2.5mg/kg, IV, Q3W) in combination with BorDex for 8 cycles, then as a single…
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PharmaShots has compiled a list of US FDA-approved drugs in the month of July 2025Â
The US FDA has approved a total of 6 new drugs, including 5 new molecular entities and 1 biologic, leading to the treatment of patients and advances in the pharmaceutical industryÂ
The major highlighted drug was Regeneron’s Lynozyfic, securing…
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The EC has approved Blenrep + BorDex & PomDex in MM pts with ≥1 prior therapy. Review ongoing in the US (PDUFA: Oct 23, 2025) & China (priority review for DREAMM-7)
Approval was based on P-III (DREAMM-7 & DREAMM-8) trials assessing Blenrep + BorDex vs Darzalex + BorDex in 494 pts & Blenrep + PomDex (BPd) vs Velcade…

