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HLTH Europe 2026: obesity drugs shift the paradigm, but systemic implementation lags

Obesity drugs are already improving patient lives across Europe, but challenges at the patient, healthcare and societal levels need to be overcome.

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AI platforms grow to improve Pharma’s regulatory workflows

Pharma is employing AI to support approval submissions by predicting how regulators will react before data is submitted.

Altaris to acquire Simulations Plus in $375m all-cash deal

Completion of the transaction is expected in the fourth quarter of 2026.

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation backs Israeli biotech with $13m to develop inhaled drug

SpliSense is currently conducting a Phase IIb trial with its antisense oligonucleotide therapy.

Zai Lab’s zocilurtatug pelitecan secures EMA orphan drug status

The COMP noted early clinical data indicate Zoci may demonstrate a more favourable effect than existing authorised therapies.

AviadoBio broadens vMiX gene silencing licence with King’s College London

The expanded licensing lets AviadoBio pursue partnerships for broader applications, including cardiovascular, nephrology, oncology, and beyond the CNS.

EHA26: J&J’s multiple myeloma therapies impress with new data

New data for Talvey and Tecvayli was presented at the annual meeting as J&J directs its therapies in earlier-line settings.