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ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) generates frequent news as a commercial-stage biotechnology company centered on IL‑15–based immunotherapies and cell therapies. Its updates often highlight clinical data, regulatory milestones, and commercial performance for ANKTIVA, an IL‑15 receptor agonist fusion complex that the company describes as a key component of its BioShield platform.
News coverage commonly focuses on bladder cancer and non‑small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). For non‑muscle invasive bladder cancer, ImmunityBio reports results from the QUILT‑3.032 trial of ANKTIVA plus BCG in BCG‑unresponsive disease, including data on disease‑specific survival, progression‑free survival, and cystectomy avoidance. For NSCLC, press releases describe findings from QUILT‑2.023 and QUILT‑3.055, where ANKTIVA combined with checkpoint inhibitors has been associated with immune restoration, measured by absolute lymphocyte count, and linked to survival outcomes in checkpoint‑experienced patients.
Regulatory developments are another major news theme. Recent announcements include a conditional marketing authorization recommendation from the European Medicines Agency for ANKTIVA plus BCG in BCG‑unresponsive NMIBC CIS, as well as Saudi Food and Drug Authority approvals for ANKTIVA plus BCG in NMIBC CIS and for ANKTIVA in combination with checkpoint inhibitors in metastatic NSCLC, including the first approval for subcutaneous administration. These items illustrate how ImmunityBio’s news flow tracks the global expansion of ANKTIVA‑based regimens.
Investors and observers can also expect news on financial results and product revenue, particularly net product revenue and unit growth for ANKTIVA, along with cash position and capital‑raising activities disclosed in earnings releases and related Form 8‑K filings. Additional stories cover early data in glioblastoma using ANKTIVA plus NK cell therapy and the Optune Gio device, initiatives in non‑Hodgkin lymphoma and other cancers, and participation in forums such as the U.S.–Saudi Biotech Alliance Summit.
By following ImmunityBio’s news page, readers can track clinical trial progress, new approvals, and commercial trends that shape the outlook for IBRX and its IL‑15–based immunotherapy programs.
ImmunityBio (NASDAQ: IBRX) secured $75 million of additional non-dilutive financing under its existing RIPA with Oberland Capital, raising total committed capital under the agreement to $375 million. Simultaneously, $25 million of promissory note principal was converted into 4.6 million common shares, reducing debt under the $505 million December 2024 promissory note.
Proceeds are intended to strengthen the balance sheet, support global expansion after recent ANKTIVA approvals and advance the company’s broader immunotherapy pipeline. ANKTIVA is now approved or authorized across approximately 34 countries following regulatory decisions from the FDA, EC, MHRA, SFDA and others.
ImmunityBio (NASDAQ: IBRX) reported that the randomized QUILT-2.005 trial (N=366) is fully enrolled and the Independent Data Monitoring Committee confirmed the study is adequately powered to detect the pre‑specified difference in complete response (CR) rate between ANKTIVA + BCG and BCG alone.
The IDMC found no additional enrollment is required and ImmunityBio remains on track for a supplemental Biologics License Application submission in 2026.
ImmunityBio (NASDAQ: IBRX) announced regulatory approval in Macau SAR, China for ANKTIVA (nogapendekin alfa inbakicept-pmln) to treat adult patients with BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) with carcinoma in situ (CIS) ± papillary tumors.
The authorization used a reliance-based review referencing prior FDA and EMA decisions, marks ANKTIVA’s first approval in Asia, and supports the company’s ongoing global expansion across 34 countries and territories. The company cited QUILT 3.032 data published in NEJM Evidence and The Journal of Urology demonstrating durable responses.
ImmunityBio (NASDAQ: IBRX) announced the 2026 NCCN Bladder Cancer guidelines (Version 1.2026) now include ANKTIVA plus BCG for patients with BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) with papillary-only disease.
Both papillary-only and CIS indications are listed as Category 2A. The update references peer-reviewed clinical data from QUILT-3.032 and notes this use is not currently in the FDA label.
ImmunityBio (NASDAQ: IBRX) reported successful validation of large‑scale manufacturing and cryo‑banking for autologous memory cytokine‑enhanced NK (M‑ceNK) cells.
Key metrics: single apheresis yields up to 5×10⁹ NK cells, providing 8–10 doses; finished doses available within 12 days; programs enrolled 74 subjects with manufacturing datasets from 64 apheresis collections. Phase 1 (QUILT‑3.076) combined M‑ceNK with ANKTIVA® in 10 patients with no Grade 4/5 TRAEs reported. Cryopreserved M‑ceNK retained tumor cytotoxicity across multiple histologies.
ImmunityBio (NASDAQ: IBRX) resubmitted a supplemental BLA to the FDA on March 9, 2026 for ANKTIVA plus BCG in BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) with papillary-only tumors. The FDA acknowledged receipt after requesting additional efficacy and long-term follow-up data; no new trials were requested. The company cites published long-term safety and bladder-preservation data and also notes a separate SFDA approval for ANKTIVA combinations in metastatic NSCLC.
ImmunityBio (NASDAQ: IBRX) will host a live conference call at 1:30 p.m. PT / 4:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 to provide a business update and review financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025.
According to the company, the call will cover progress across its clinical trial pipeline. Interested parties can join via the investor relations website or by phone; a replay will be posted and available for at least 90 days.
ImmunityBio (NASDAQ: IBRX) completed enrollment in the randomized QUILT 2.005 trial with 366 BCG-naïve NMIBC CIS patients, randomized to ANKTIVA plus BCG or BCG alone. An FDA-requested interim analysis showed improved duration of complete response for ANKTIVA plus BCG (9-month CR 84% vs 52%, p=0.0455) with no new safety signals. The company plans to submit a BLA by Q4 2026 and continues a recombinant BCG Expanded Access Program with 580 patients enrolled.
ImmunityBio (Nasdaq: IBRX) announced that Founder and Executive Chairman Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong will speak at the "Cancer 2035: A Roadmap for the Future" summit in Washington, D.C., held February 23–24, 2026.
The two-day summit, co-hosted by the Milken Institute and the Richard Nixon Foundation, convenes leading oncology, immunology, and policy figures to discuss reducing cancer mortality by 2035; sessions will be streamed live.
ImmunityBio (NASDAQ: IBRX) reported $113 million in full-year 2025 net product revenue for ANKTIVA, an approximately 700% YoY increase, driven by a 750% unit sales rise and Q4 net product revenue of $38.3M. ANKTIVA gained authorization across 33 countries in four jurisdictions and received the first global conditional SFDA approval for metastatic NSCLC in January 2026, with a commercial launch planned within 60 days. The company reported $242.8M in cash and marketable securities and highlighted global partnerships and patent protection through 2035 and beyond.