Fulcrum Therapeutics announced positive initial results from its Phase 1b trial of pociredir for sickle cell disease. In the 20mg dose cohort, patients saw a significant increase in hemoglobin F (HbF) levels, with an average increase of 9.9% at six weeks. This represents a substantial improvement over baseline levels, which ranged from 5-7%. Additionally, more … Read more
Gilead Sciences is relying on its new CAR-T therapy for multiple myeloma to succeed more than ever. The company recently reported positive results from a clinical trial, showing that 96% of patients with the disease responded to treatment and 74% achieved complete remission. This promising news comes as sales of Gilead’s existing CAR-T therapies are … Read more
Another week has seen more announcements about robotaxis and self-driving cars, with companies like Waymo, Uber, and Avride launching or planning to launch services in cities. This comes as the autonomous vehicle tech industry is scaling up quickly. However, concerns are being raised about safety and regulation. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has … Read more
A new report has identified the top 50 pharmaceutical companies in China that excel in driving innovative drug development. The IDEA Pharma SAI MedPartners China Pharmaceutical Innovation and Invention Index assesses companies based on research spending, patent filings, and successful medicine launches. The ranking reveals the best-performing firms in developing novel medicines using cutting-edge science. … Read more
The gaming industry is in a tight spot, struggling to balance affordability and profit margins. Consoles are priced too high for many consumers, while games often come at too low of a cost, leaving the industry on an economic knife-edge. However, this crisis can also create opportunities for companies that think differently about their audience … Read more
I recently took my first ride in a driverless car, courtesy of Waymo, and I must say it was an experience. I opted for the driverless option over taking an Uber with a human driver due to the desire to contribute to the “gig economy” by depriving some gig worker of their fare. However, the … Read more
Black Friday has come to a close in Europe, with EA Sports FC 26 claiming the top spot in terms of sales, followed closely by Hogwarts Legacy. The Harry Potter spin-off game saw a significant boost in sales, rising two places to No.2. Meanwhile, PS5 was the biggest driver of console sales, with revenue up … Read more
Warren Buffett’s investment strategy is known for its consistency and adaptability. Despite sticking to his core principles, he has invested in newer sectors, including the Magnificent Seven – Apple, Alphabet (Google), Amazon, Microsoft, Facebook (now Meta), Intel, and Coca-Cola. Berkshire Hathaway’s massive portfolio holds nearly 24% of these stocks. Berkshire has a significant stake in … Read more
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) meetings have become a platform for anti-vaccine activists and unqualified presenters, raising concerns about the committee’s lack of expertise, incompetence, and biased decision-making. Despite CDC access to subject matter experts, ACIP ignored these voices, instead relying on presentations from individuals with questionable credentials. The committee’s votes on vaccine … Read more
Despite a cooling jobs market and stubborn inflation, the US economy is stable thanks to artificial intelligence’s impact on productivity, according to J.P. Morgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon. The shift towards AI will not immediately lead to widespread job losses, but rather optimize existing workforce efficiency. Source: https://seekingalpha.com/news/4529150-j-p-morgan-ceo-u-s-consumers-are-in-good-shape-amid-weakening-jobs-market