Month: September 2022

Nykode’s vaccine candidate boosted Spike-specific T cell responses and induced de novo T cell responses to non-Spike antigens found across SARS-CoV-2 variants Nykode’s Vaccibody technology combined with immunogenic T cell epitopes selected by Adaptive Biotechnologies generated broad and CD8 dominated T cell responses post-vaccination Nykode’s vaccine candidate was safe and well-tolerated at all three dose levelsOSLO, Norway, Sept. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nykode Therapeutics ASA (OSE: NYKD), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery and development of novel immunotherapies, today announced positive clinical results from the Phase 1/2 open label, dose escalation trial of Nykode’s T cell focused pan-SARS-CoV-2 vaccine candidate (VB10.2210) in healthy individuals who were previously vaccinated with...

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AnPac Bio-Medical Science Co., Ltd. (“AnPac Bio,” the “Company” or “we”) (ANPC), a biotechnology company with operations in the United States and China focused on early cancer screening and detection, announced that on September 26, 2022, the Company and a group of nine institutional and individual investors (the “Investors”) have signed legally binding agreements for the investment in the Company by the Investors of approximately $3.67 Million. Under the terms of the various Shares Purchase Agreements, the Investors will invest in a private offering, in the aggregate, $3.67 Million to purchase 36.7 million of the Company’s Class A shares. It is expected that the investment will be completed in late September 2022. Dr. Chris Yu, Co-Chairman of the board and Co-CEO of the Company,...

YERINGTON, Nev., Sept. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nevada Copper (TSX: NCU) (OTC: NEVDF) (FSE: ZYTA) (“Nevada Copper” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide an update on planned restart activities at its Pumpkin Hollow underground copper mine (the “Underground Mine”) and developments with respect to the proposed financing package that was previously announced in the Company’s news release dated August 25, 2022 (the “Prior Announcement”). The financing is expected to provide up to US$93 million of liquidity to the Company in order to support the restart and ramp-up of the Underground Mine (the “Restart Financing Package”). Randy Buffington, President & CEO, commented: “These past few weeks the team has been focused on ensuring that we are prepared for the restart of underground operations. We have made significant progress...

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Sept. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Allied Copper Corp. (TSX-V: CPR, OTCQB: CPRRF) (the “Company” or “Allied Copper”), is pleased to announce that, further to its press releases of February 10, 2022 and August 25, 2022, the Company received TSX-V approval of the option agreement (the “Agreement”) dated February 9, 2022 (as amended August 5, 2022) for the sole and exclusive right to acquire a 100% undivided legal and beneficial interest (subject to a 2% net smelter royalty) for the Stateline Property, CO/UT USA from Cloudbreak Discovery Plc (“Cloudbreak” (LSE: CDL), Cloudbreak Discovery Canada Ltd., Tarsis Resources US Inc. and Alianza Minerals Ltd. (“Alianza”) (TSX-V: ANZ) (collectively, the “Vendors”). In order to exercise the option, the Company will pay the Vendors, over the four (4) year term...

/NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES/ VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FOBI AI Inc. (TSXV: FOBI) (OTCQB: FOBIF) (the “Company” or “FOBI“), a leader in providing real-time data analytics through artificial intelligence to drive customer activation and engagement is pleased to announce that it has completed a non-brokered private placement offering (the “Offering“) of 3,681,595 units of the Company (“Units“) at a price per Unit of $0.35 for aggregate gross proceeds of $1,288,558. Each Unit consists of one common share of the Company (a “Unit Share“) and one-half of one common share purchase warrant of the Company (each whole such warrant, a “Warrant“). Each Warrant shall...

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGIO), a leader in the field of cellular metabolism pioneering therapies for rare and genetically defined diseases, today announced the grant of inducement equity awards outside of the Company’s 2013 Stock Incentive Plan to its newly appointed Chief Financial Officer, Cecilia Jones. The grants were approved by the Board of Directors effective as of September 26, 2022 as inducements material to Ms. Jones entering into employment with the Company in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The inducement grants consisted of (i) a nonstatutory option to purchase up to 118,390 shares of common stock, (ii) restricted stock units for 22,417 shares of common stock and (iii) performance stock units for 10,760 shares of common stock. The option...

All NCLH Shareholders, Retail or Institutional, are Invited to Submit Questions for Management MIAMI, Sept. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) (together with NCL Corporation Ltd., “Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings” or the “Company”) announced today its new shareholder Q&A and engagement platform is now open for questions ahead of its investor & analyst event being held on Thursday, October 6th at 10 a.m. Eastern Time. Starting today, all NCLH shareholders can submit and upvote questions by visiting: NCLH Investor Event Q&A link. The Q&A platform will remain open until October 4, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Management will address a selection of top ranked, appropriate, questions relating to business and financial results or strategic priorities during the upcoming event....

PURCHASE, NY, Sept. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Teladoc Health (NYSE: TDOC), the global leader in whole-person virtual care, is providing free, 24/7 general medical telehealth visits to Florida residents, first responders and others directly impacted by Hurricane Ian which is expected to have significant impact across the state. Individuals in Florida who have been displaced or who cannot access medical care as a result of the hurricane can seek treatment from a licensed health care professional for any non-emergency illness by calling Teladoc directly at 855-225-5032. “We encourage those impacted by Hurricane Ian to continue to prioritize their health and safety,” said Dr. Vidya Raman-Tangella, chief medical officer, Teladoc Health. “Virtual care is a proven solution that supports community health during these times, and we are...

TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: SBC, SBC.PR.A) Brompton Split Banc Corp. (the “Fund”) announces that the distribution rate for the Preferred Shares for the new 5-year term from November 30, 2022 to November 29, 2027 will be $0.625 per annum (6.25% on the original issue price of $10) payable quarterly. The new distribution rate represents a $0.125 increase per annum from the previous $0.50 distribution rate. The Preferred Share distribution rate is based on current market rates for preferred shares with similar terms. In addition, the Fund intends to maintain the targeted monthly Class A Share distribution rate at $0.10 per Class A Share. The new 5-year term extension offers Preferred shareholders the opportunity to enjoy preferential cash dividends until November 29, 2027. Since inception on November 15, 2005 to...

Australian new digital business bank redefines banking experience to enhance offerings for small and medium-sized businesses SYDNEY, Australia, Sept. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — nCino, Inc. (NASDAQ: NCNO), a pioneer in cloud banking and digital transformation solutions for the global financial services industry, today announced that Avenue Bank, an Australian start-up digital business bank specialising in serving small and medium-size businesses, is live on the nCino Bank Operating System®. Avenue Bank deployed nCino’s Commercial Banking Solution to support customer onboarding, origination, credit risk management and customer 360 view—providing their employees with key insights and the automation necessary to deliver a faster response and seamless experience for their customers. “nCino embedded their high-quality solution into...