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Lantern Pharma has received Orphan Drug Designation from the FDA for its drug '(+)N-hydroxy-N-(methylacylfulvene)urea' aimed at treating Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma/High-Grade B-Cell Lymphoma with MYC and BCL2 rearrangements. This status can provide certain benefits, including market exclusivity upon approval, assistance in clinical trial design, tax credits, and exemption from FDA application fees.

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November 28, 2023 | 2:50 pm

MSI

Motorola Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:MSI) has launched the V500, an LTE-enabled body camera designed for first responders. The camera features pre- and post-recording capabilities, live video streaming, and location sharing to control rooms. It integrates with VideoManager software for evidence management and supports remote maintenance. MSI's stock saw a slight decrease of 0.04% to $320.54.

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November 28, 2023 | 2:46 pm

AFRM

Affirm Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:AFRM) experienced volatility after a 12% rise on Monday, likely due to heavy 'Buy Now, Pay Later' usage reported on Cyber Monday. U.S. Cyber Monday sales reached a record $12.4 billion, with 'Buy Now, Pay Later' transactions totaling $940 million, up 42.5% year-over-year. Jefferies analyst John Hecht upgraded Affirm from Underperform to Hold and increased the price target from $9.50 to $30. Affirm's stock was slightly down at $29.26 at the time of publication.

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November 28, 2023 | 2:41 pm

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Senior U.S. administration officials have met with manufacturers to discuss plans for meeting the projected demand for RSV vaccines in the following year. The White House has released a statement detailing the outcomes of this meeting, which is part of proactive efforts to ensure sufficient supply of RSV vaccines to meet anticipated needs.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

November 28, 2023 | 2:40 pm

AMPG

AmpliTech Group, Inc. (AMPG) CEO Fawad Maqbool discussed the company's growth, revenue projections, and future technology applications on The Stock Day Podcast. AMPG, which specializes in RF microwave components for various high-tech markets, has seen revenues grow from $3.5 million to $20 million last year, with a projection of $17 million for this year. The company is nearing profitability and is preparing to market new products, including anti-hackable hardware encryption chips for 5G networks. Maqbool highlighted the importance of their amplifier technology and the company's readiness to engage with major carriers and 5G customers.

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November 28, 2023 | 2:38 pm

LEXX

Lexaria Bioscience reported interim results from a human pilot study evaluating its DehydraTECH technology for oral delivery of semaglutide, a drug found in Rybelsus. The study showed that DehydraTECH-powered semaglutide sustained lower blood glucose levels, including nearly 10 times lower after 24 hours, and reduced blood-glucose spikes after eating. This marks the first successful DehydraTECH test with a large molecule drug.

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November 28, 2023 | 2:36 pm

ANIK

Anika Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:ANIK) announced the first successful surgeries using its Integrity Implant System for rotator cuff repairs, marking its entry into the $150 million+ U.S. rotator cuff augmentation market. The FDA-cleared system includes a hyaluronic acid-based scaffold and is part of Anika's expanding regenerative product portfolio. The limited market release of Integrity is ahead of schedule, with a full market release expected in Q1 2024. The system is designed to promote healing and has shown superior results compared to the leading collagen implant in an animal study. Anika's comprehensive rotator cuff solution portfolio positions the company as a key player in orthopedic regenerative solutions and sports medicine.

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November 28, 2023 | 2:36 pm

VTEX

VTEX has been chosen by Hearst to power its ecommerce businesses, aiming to transform the buying experience across its media platforms. The VTEX Commerce Cloud will enable Hearst to create a unified shopping experience for its 165 million monthly users. The platform's native capabilities and flexibility were key factors in Hearst's decision. Valtech will assist in the digital transformation, which is central to Hearst's strategy for the digital economy.

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November 28, 2023 | 2:34 pm

SES

SES AI has released data for its 100Ah cells and provided a link for registration to Battery World 2023. This information could be significant for investors and industry stakeholders interested in the company's technology and market presence.

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November 28, 2023 | 2:33 pm

NAOV

NanoVibronix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NAOV) has entered into a Research Agreement with the University of Michigan to conduct a Randomized Control Trial study of its UroShield device. The study aims to provide clinical evidence for an FDA application for permanent clearance. The trial will focus on nursing home residents to assess the device's impact on urinary tract infections, catheter blockages, pain, and quality of life. A pilot with 20 patients will precede the full study of over 300 patients, set to begin in the first half of 2024.

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November 28, 2023 | 2:33 pm