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Pliant Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLRX) has announced a late-breaking presentation of results from the INTEGRIS-PSC Phase 2a trial of bexotegrast in patients with primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) at The Liver Meeting® 2023. Bexotegrast is an oral, small molecule, dual selective inhibitor of αvß6 and αvß1 integrins that is in development for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and PSC. The company is pleased with the positive interim results and looks forward to further investigation of bexotegrast, including 12 week data from the 320 mg dose in the first quarter of 2024 and 24 week safety data in mid-2024.

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October 19, 2023 | 12:22 pm

ENPH

Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENPH) has announced the availability of its IQ EV Charger in the United States and Canada. The Wi-Fi-enabled charger includes smart control and monitoring capabilities and can integrate into Enphase's solar and battery system to maximize electricity cost savings by charging directly from solar energy. The charger comes in multiple power levels and is equipped with a J1772 connector for universal compatibility. Fast charging options are available, providing up to 31 and 61 miles of range per hour. The chargers are safety certified by ETL and include a 5-year limited warranty.

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October 19, 2023 | 12:20 pm

SRRK

Scholar Rock (NASDAQ:SRRK), a Phase 3 clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, announced it will present clinical and biomarker data from the Phase 1 DRAGON trial at the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) 38th Annual Meeting. The trial involves patients with advanced solid tumors treated with SRK-181, a selective latent TGFβ1 inhibitor. The company aims to establish the proof of mechanism of SRK-181, which has the potential to transform cancer immunotherapy by overcoming resistance to checkpoint inhibitor therapy.

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October 19, 2023 | 12:18 pm

CHPT

TSLA

ChargePoint (NYSE:CHPT) is rolling out NACS connector support for its AC and DC charging solutions, offering Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) drivers a public fast charging alternative for the first time. The company's new lineup includes a native DC connector compatible with Tesla vehicles, eliminating the need for an adapter. ChargePoint's Home Flex cables for residential installation will be shipped this month.

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October 19, 2023 | 12:17 pm

GRFS

GigaGen, a subsidiary of Grifols, has been granted an expansion of its contract with the U.S. Department of Defense to develop synthetic human antibody treatments for botulinum neurotoxins. The contract, now valued at $11.8M, will leverage GigaGen's platform to create synthetic human antibodies. The expanded contract will support advanced development activities including manufacturing and IND-enabling studies.

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October 19, 2023 | 12:16 pm

RGLS

Regulus Therapeutics is advancing to the third cohort of patients in the Phase 1B Mad Study of RGLS8429 for Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease. Patients in this cohort will receive 3 mg/kg of RGLS8429 or a placebo every other week for three months.

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October 19, 2023 | 12:13 pm

OTRK

Ontrak Health (NASDAQ:OTRK) has announced the results of an evaluation of its WholeHealth+ program, which showed significant savings of $750 per member per month (PMPM) for Medicaid members of a prominent health plan customer. This is in addition to previously measured savings of $485 PMPM for Medicare and Commercial members. The program uses AI and telehealth to identify and support Medicaid members in need of specialized care.

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October 19, 2023 | 12:13 pm

VFS

Vietnam-based EV maker VinFast Auto Ltd. (NASDAQ:VFS) predicts continued electric car and scooter sales to an affiliated ride service owned by its founder, Pham Nhat Vuong, into 2024. The company has sold about 13,000 electric cars to Green SM, a Vietnam-based taxi operator and leasing provider 95% owned by VinFast's founder. The sales from Green SM made up approximately two-thirds of VinFast's EV sales in the first two quarters following its Nasdaq listing. VinFast also plans to acquire a 99.8% stake in VinES Energy Solutions from Vuong for approximately $462 million debt.

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October 19, 2023 | 12:12 pm

KIDS

OrthoPediatrics has launched its Pediatric Nailing Platform, TIBIA, which received FDA clearance in September 2023.

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October 19, 2023 | 12:10 pm

DOX

Amdocs (DOX) has been selected by etisalat to provide an AI-enabled autonomous store. This partnership will leverage Amdocs' AI capabilities to enhance etisalat's customer experience.

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October 19, 2023 | 12:04 pm