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E-commerce
Amazon is stepping further into the healthcare space — this time, with a focus on pets. The retail giant announced a new partnership with Vetsource, an online pet pharmacy, to offer prescription medications for cats and dogs directly through its U.S. storefront. The move marks a significant expansion of Amazon’
Biotechnology
Biotech startup NewLimit, which is focused on extending healthy human lifespan through cellular reprogramming, has raised a $130 million Series B round led by Kleiner Perkins. The round also included new investors Nat Friedman, Daniel Gross, and Khosla Ventures, along with returning backers like Founders Fund, Dimension Capital, Elad Gil,
Pharmaceutical
Merck is making a $1 billion bet on American manufacturing with plans to build a major production facility in Wilmington, Delaware. The 470,000-square-foot site will be dedicated to producing Keytruda, Merck’s blockbuster cancer immunotherapy drug, for U.S. patients. This marks the company’s first domestic site devoted
Pharmaceutical
Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche announced a massive $50 billion investment in the United States over the next five years, reinforcing its commitment to the American market amid rising concerns about looming White House tariffs on imported pharmaceutical goods. The investment will generate over 12,000 jobs, with 1,000 directly
Pharmaceutical
In a bold move signaling its deepening commitment to the U.S. market, Swiss pharmaceutical giant Novartis announced plans to invest $23 billion over the next five years to dramatically expand its American footprint. The investment includes the construction of six new manufacturing facilities, expansion of three existing ones, and
Business Insights
WW International, better known as WeightWatchers, is preparing to file for bankruptcy in the coming months as it grapples with mounting debt and a rapidly shifting weight-loss landscape. The company, once a dominant name in health and wellness, is in discussions to hand over control of the business to its
Biotechnology
Isomorphic Labs, the artificial intelligence-driven drug discovery startup spun out of DeepMind, has secured $600 million in its first-ever external funding round. The financing, led by Thrive Capital with participation from Alphabet and its venture arm GV, marks a significant milestone for the Alphabet-owned company as it scales its efforts
Retail
Walgreens, one of the most recognizable names in American retail pharmacy, is going private after nearly a century as a publicly traded company. The struggling drugstore chain announced on Thursday that it has reached a deal with private equity firm Sycamore Partners in a transaction valued at up to $23.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Reid Hoffman, the billionaire entrepreneur and investor best known for co-founding LinkedIn, is now setting his sights on a new frontier: using artificial intelligence to fight cancer. His latest venture, Manas AI, aims to accelerate drug discovery and improve cancer treatments by merging cutting-edge AI with advanced biomedical research. A
Pharmaceutical
Amazon's pharmacy business is on track to generate $2 billion in revenue this year, driven by surging customer interest in its online medication services, according to Evercore's analysis. In a recent survey conducted by Evercore, 45% of Amazon customers expressed being "extremely interested" or
Science
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming an active collaborator in scientific research, moving beyond its traditional role as a supportive tool. A notable example is the 'Virtual Lab' developed by Stanford University, where AI agents assume roles such as principal investigator, scientist, and scientific critic to collaboratively address
Healthcare
Amazon has introduced a range of healthcare services under its One Medical and Amazon Pharmacy brands, specifically for Amazon Prime members. The new offerings include low-cost telehealth consultations, treatment plans, and fast, free medication delivery, focusing on common health and beauty needs. This expansion signals Amazon’s commitment to making