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Lexicon Pharmaceuticals (LXRX) has scheduled a conference call and webcast for March 3, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ET to present topline results from their Phase 2b PROGRESS study. The study evaluates pilavapadin (LX9211), an oral, non-opioid investigational drug that inhibits adaptor-associated kinase 1 (AAK1), for treating moderate to severe diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain (DPNP) in adults.

The PROGRESS trial is designed as a dose-ranging, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group, multicenter study with an open-label extension. Interested participants can access the live conference call and webcast through the company's investor relations website, with an archived version to be made available afterward.

Welltower (NYSE: WELL) has announced a significant acquisition of Amica Senior Lifestyles' ultra-luxury seniors housing portfolio for C$4.6 billion. The deal encompasses 38 luxury senior housing communities and nine entitled development parcels, including a 31-property portfolio valued at C$3.2 billion, acquired from Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan.

The portfolio features properties in premium locations across Toronto, Vancouver, and Victoria, offering a continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The transaction includes 24 stabilized communities and seven recently opened properties in lease-up phase, acquired at a substantial discount to replacement cost.

Key aspects include:

• Formation of a long-term strategic partnership with Amica Senior Lifestyles
• Acquisition of seven under-construction properties (expected completion 2025-2027)
• Average RevPOR of over C$12,000 for under-construction properties
• Assumption of C$560 million CMHC-insured debt at 3.6% interest rate
• Expected closing in Q4 2025, subject to regulatory approvals

Above Food Ingredients Inc. (NASDAQ: ABVE) announced that the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) has filed for receivership of its subsidiary, Purely Canada Food Corp. (PCFC) and four affiliated guarantor subsidiaries. PCFC has been operating with capacity for the past six months while working to meet Canadian Grain Commission relicensing requirements.

The company reported that PCFC and RBC have agreed to a two-week negotiation period to discuss terms of a forbearance agreement. Management expects to reach a resolution within this timeframe. The company notes that there are no guarantees that a negotiated forbearance agreement will be reached.

C2 Blockchain (CBLO) welcomes the Trump administration's historic decision to include Ethereum (ETH) and Cardano (ADA) in U.S. national reserves, marking a significant milestone for cryptocurrency adoption. The company, which follows a strategy similar to MicroStrategy's Bitcoin model, actively reinvests mining profits into ETH while making substantial investments in the Cardano ecosystem.

CEO Levi Jacobson emphasized that this governmental recognition validates their investment approach and strengthens the legitimacy of blockchain technology in institutional finance. The company expects this policy shift to enhance the value of their core holdings, create new corporate expansion opportunities, and attract institutional partnerships.

The decision is anticipated to boost institutional confidence in digital assets, potentially leading to increased adoption and clearer regulatory frameworks. C2 Blockchain's strategic positioning in both ETH and ADA aligns with this national policy, supporting their treasury reserves and long-term financial stability goals.

Lenovo (LNVGY) unveiled major advancements in hybrid AI technology at MWC 2025, introducing new devices and solutions for creators, professionals, and enterprises. The company showcased several innovations including:

• New AI PCs featuring ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1, ThinkBook 16p Gen 6 with discrete NPU, and Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition
• Concept devices like ThinkBook 'codename Flip' AI PC and the solar-powered Yoga Solar PC
• Lenovo AI Now personal AI agent and Smart Connect 2.0 software solution
• ThinkEdge SE100, an affordable edge inferencing server for businesses

The company emphasized its focus on AI democratization and personalization, integrating greater intelligence into devices while maintaining security and privacy commitments. Lenovo's strategy centers on convergence of AI models, data, and computing power across devices, edge, and cloud platforms.

KKR, a global investment firm, has announced a bespoke financing solution for Family Doctor, one of Australia's leading GP clinic networks. The financing will enable Family Doctor to accelerate its growth and expansion plans while maintaining its 100% doctor-owned status.

Founded in 2008, Family Doctor operates more than 110 GP-run clinics across key metropolitan and regional areas in Australia, including Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, and South Australia.

The investment comes from KKR's Asia Pacific Credit strategy, which has completed over 50 credit investments in Asia Pacific since 2019, with total transaction value approaching US$21 billion. This partnership will allow Family Doctor to leverage KKR's global network and expertise while pursuing its mission of providing quality healthcare services.

Twilio (NYSE: TWLO) has announced a strategic partnership with Singtel to provide businesses in Singapore with Rich Communications Services (RCS) Business Messaging. This marks Twilio's first RCS offering in Asia.

According to Twilio's 2024 Consumer Preferences report, 79% of Singapore consumers trust brand communications more with verification badges, while 68% find branded text messages more trustworthy. The partnership enables secure, branded messaging directly in mobile inboxes.

Key features include:

• Automatic SMS to RCS upgrades on supported devices
• Cost-effective pricing for messages up to 160 UTF-8 characters
• Immediate testing capabilities through Twilio Console
• Zero code changes required for implementation
• Enhanced metrics with read receipt tracking

Roche (RHHBY) announced new positive data from Stage 2 and 3 of the NIH-sponsored phase III OUtMATCH study for Xolair in food allergy treatment. The study demonstrated Xolair's superiority over oral immunotherapy (OIT):

Key findings from Stage 2 showed:

• 36% of Xolair patients tolerated 2,000mg of peanut protein plus two other allergens vs 19% in OIT group
• Significantly fewer adverse events with Xolair (0% serious AEs vs 30.5% for OIT)
• Lower treatment discontinuation (0% vs 22%) and reduced epinephrine use (6.9% vs 37.3%)

Stage 3 preliminary results revealed 82% of treatment plans included dietary consumption of allergenic foods, with higher success rates for milk, egg, and wheat (61-70%) compared to peanuts and tree nuts (38-56%). Xolair received FDA approval on February 16, 2024, as the first medicine to reduce allergic reactions in patients aged 1+ with IgE-mediated food allergies.

Onco-Innovations (OTCQB:ONNVF) CEO Thomas O'Shaughnessy was featured in an exclusive interview on Conversations That Matter, discussing the company's developments in cancer treatment and AI integration. The interview highlighted:

The company's focus on developing novel treatment for colorectal cancer and solid tumors, utilizing precision medicine to enhance traditional therapies. Their proprietary technology, developed by University of Alberta Cancer Institute scientists, employs targeted inhibitors and nanotechnology to disrupt cancer cell replication while preserving healthy tissue.

The interview also covered their recent acquisition of Inka Health AI, which is developing AI tools to optimize patient identification and enhance clinical trial efficacy. The company maintains strategic partnerships with Quantify Research and AstraZeneca Canada to advance precision medicine approaches in cancer therapeutic development.