Roche has agreed to acquire 89bio for up to $3.5bn. The deal gives the Swiss drugmaker access to 89bio’s late-stage FGF21 therapy pegozafermin, positioning Roche to expand in liver disease and cardiometabolic treatments. The agreement includes cash and contingent value rights tied to future milestones.
Oneworld alliance launches a sustainable aviation fuel venture fund. Oneworld has partnered with Breakthrough Energy Ventures to introduce a $150 million fund aimed at increasing sustainable aviation fuel availability and reducing costs, with notable backing from Alaska Airlines and American Airlines….
One in four organisations faced AI data poisoning this year. IO’s latest State of Information Security Report reveals how rushed adoption and shadow AI are exposing companies to sabotage, fraud, and compliance risks across the UK and US.
Sustainability regains importance for CEOs, linking it to business value. A Bain & Company survey reveals increased focus on sustainability among corporate leaders, with businesses prioritising sustainable practices due to consumer and B2B buyer demand, despite less frequent discourse on the topic….
Huawei has unveiled its first full roadmap for chips. The Chinese technology group outlined upgrades to its Ascend processors and Atlas supercomputers, aiming to cut reliance on foreign suppliers and challenge Nvidia’s AI dominance. The plans extend to 2028 but face significant production hurdles.
The Federal Reserve cut rates by a quarter point. The move, its first reduction since December 2024, reflects growing concern about a cooling labour market. Policymakers signalled at least two more cuts this year, while a dissent from Governor Stephen Miran underscored political tension within the central bank.