ContextLogic Inc. - LOGC STOCK NEWS

LogicBio Therapeutics (Nasdaq: LOGC) announced that CEO Fred Chereau will present at the 39th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 14, 2021, at 4:30 pm ET. The presentation will cover company operations, including its GeneRide genome editing platform and next-generation synthetic capsids. A live audio webcast will be accessible on LogicBio's website, with a replay available within 24 hours. The company is advancing its LB-001 program for methylmalonic acidemia and collaborating with Takeda on LB-301 for Crigler-Najjar syndrome.

LogicBio Therapeutics announced the appointment of Cecilia Jones as the new chief financial officer, effective January 11, 2021. She replaces Matthias Jaffe, who will continue as a consultant. Jones brings over 20 years of experience, formerly serving at Biogen and Genzyme. The company is entering a significant growth phase, with the initiation of a phase 1/2 clinical trial for LB-001 targeting methylmalonic acidemia and a successful public offering. CEO Fred Chereau expressed optimism about Jones's role in future opportunities for the company.

LogicBio Therapeutics (Nasdaq: LOGC) announced the appointment of Daphne Karydas and Jeff Goater to its board of directors, enhancing its strategic leadership in the biopharma sector. Karydas, CFO at Syndax, brings extensive finance experience from Allergan and investment banking. Goater, CEO at Surface Oncology, has a strong background in guiding biotech firms through IPOs and strategic partnerships. The company is set to advance its pipeline, including the upcoming phase 1/2 SUNRISE clinical trial for LB-001. The board also acknowledged departing members Erez Chimovits and Daniel O'Connell for their contributions.

LogicBio Therapeutics (Nasdaq:LOGC) announced key presentations at upcoming investor conferences. COO Kyle Chiang will participate in a fireside chat at the Barclay's Gene Editing and Gene Therapy Summit on November 16, 2020. CEO Frederic Chereau is set to present at the Jeffries Virtual London Healthcare Conference on November 19, 2020, and will also record a session for the Piper Sandler Virtual Healthcare Conference, available from November 30, 2020. The company focuses on advancing genetic medicine with its GeneRide technology, and has received FDA clearance for its first clinical trial of LB-001.

LogicBio Therapeutics (Nasdaq: LOGC) reported its Q3 2020 financial results, marking several critical developments in its LB-001 program for methylmalonic acidemia (MMA). The company cleared the IND for LB-001 in August 2020 and received Fast Track designation in November 2020. R&D expenses decreased to $5.5 million, while G&A expenses rose to $3.2 million. The net loss narrowed to $8.0 million, or $0.34 per share. With cash and equivalents totaling $32.3 million and recent funding of $45.2 million, LogicBio is positioned to sustain operations for at least the next year.

LogicBio Therapeutics announces that the FDA has granted Fast Track designation to its candidate LB-001 for treating methylmalonic acidemia (MMA). This designation aims to accelerate the development of drugs addressing serious conditions and unmet medical needs. LogicBio plans to work closely with the FDA to expedite LB-001's availability. Additionally, the company is developing a Next Generation Capsid platform for gene therapies, and it has FDA clearance for LB-001's clinical trial, with patient enrollment expected to begin in early 2021.

LogicBio Therapeutics (Nasdaq:LOGC) has appointed Dr. Mariana Nacht as chief scientific officer, effective November 30, 2020, and promoted Dr. Kyle Chiang to chief operating officer, effective November 2, 2020. Dr. Nacht brings over 20 years of biotech experience, including leadership roles at Cereius and Vivid Biosciences, while Dr. Chiang has been with LogicBio since its inception. The leadership expansion aims to enhance the company's strategic direction as it prepares to initiate its first clinical trial for LB-001, targeting pediatric patients with methylmalonic acidemia.

LogicBio Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq:LOGC) has successfully closed its public offering of 8,050,000 shares of common stock at $6.00 per share, raising gross proceeds of $48.3 million. The offering included the full exercise of the underwriters' option for additional shares. Funds will support clinical development of the LB-001 program, advancement of GeneRide and Next Generation Capsid platforms, and expand product candidates. Jefferies, Barclays, and William Blair served as joint book-running managers for the offering.

LogicBio Therapeutics (Nasdaq:LOGC) announced a public offering of 7,000,000 shares of common stock at $6.00 per share, aiming to raise approximately $42 million. The offering includes an option for underwriters to purchase an additional 1,050,000 shares. Proceeds will fund clinical development of LB-001, advance the GeneRide and Next Generation Capsid platforms, and support other corporate needs. The offering is scheduled to close on October 5, 2020, pending customary conditions.