Psoriasis

ARCA biopharma and Oruka Therapeutics Announce Merger Agreement

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

WESTMINSTER, Colo. and WALTHAM, Mass., April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARCA biopharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: ABIO) (“ARCA”), and Oruka Therapeutics (“Oruka”), a privately held biotechnology company developing novel biologics designed to set a new standard for the treatment of chronic skin diseases, including plaque psoriasis, announced today that they have entered into a definitive agreement to combine the companies in an all-stock transaction. The resulting entity will focus on advancing Oruka’s pipeline of potentially best-in-class biologics, including ORKA-001 (an IL-23p19 inhibitor) and ORKA-002 (an IL-17A/F inhibitor). Upon completion of the merger, the combined company plans to operate under the name Oruka Therapeutics, Inc. and trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “ORKA”.

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  • Upon completion of the merger, the combined company plans to operate under the name Oruka Therapeutics, Inc. and trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “ORKA”.
  • In addition, prior to closing of the merger, ARCA expects to declare a cash dividend to the pre-merger ARCA stockholders equal to the amount by which ARCA’s net cash exceeds $5 million.
  • “Our mission at Oruka is to offer people affected with chronic skin diseases the most possible freedom from their condition.
  • Oruka is the third company founded based on assets generated by Paragon Therapeutics (“Paragon”).

ARCA biopharma and Oruka Therapeutics Announce Merger Agreement

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

WESTMINSTER, Colo. and WALTHAM, Mass., April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARCA biopharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: ABIO) (“ARCA”), and Oruka Therapeutics (“Oruka”), a privately held biotechnology company developing novel biologics designed to set a new standard for the treatment of chronic skin diseases, including plaque psoriasis, announced today that they have entered into a definitive agreement to combine the companies in an all-stock transaction. The resulting entity will focus on advancing Oruka’s pipeline of potentially best-in-class biologics, including ORKA-001 (an IL-23p19 inhibitor) and ORKA-002 (an IL-17A/F inhibitor). Upon completion of the merger, the combined company plans to operate under the name Oruka Therapeutics, Inc. and trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “ORKA”.

Key Points: 
  • Upon completion of the merger, the combined company plans to operate under the name Oruka Therapeutics, Inc. and trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “ORKA”.
  • In addition, prior to closing of the merger, ARCA expects to declare a cash dividend to the pre-merger ARCA stockholders equal to the amount by which ARCA’s net cash exceeds $5 million.
  • “Our mission at Oruka is to offer people affected with chronic skin diseases the most possible freedom from their condition.
  • Oruka is the third company founded based on assets generated by Paragon Therapeutics (“Paragon”).

DEADLINE ALERT for PLCE, SNOW, KIND, VTYX: Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Reminds Investors of Class Actions on Behalf of Shareholders

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

BENSALEM, Pa., April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith reminds investors that class action lawsuits have been filed on behalf of shareholders of the following publicly-traded companies.

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  • BENSALEM, Pa., April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith reminds investors that class action lawsuits have been filed on behalf of shareholders of the following publicly-traded companies.
  • Investors have until the deadlines listed below to file a lead plaintiff motion.
  • Investors suffering losses on their investments are encouraged to contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss their legal rights in these class actions at (215) 638-4847 or by email to [email protected] .
  • Law Offices of Howard G. Smith

Class Action Filed Against Ventyx Biosciences, Inc. (VTYX) Seeking Recovery for Investors – Contact The Gross Law Firm

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

NEW YORK, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Ventyx Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: VTYX).

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  • NEW YORK, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Ventyx Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: VTYX).
  • Shareholders who purchased shares of VTYX during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment.
  • The Gross Law Firm is a nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices.
  • The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship.

ROSEN, A TRUSTED AND LEADING LAW FIRM, Encourages Ventyx Biosciences, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – VTYX

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Ventyx class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=22943 or call Phillip Kim, Esq.

Key Points: 
  • WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Ventyx class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=22943 or call Phillip Kim, Esq.
  • WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles.
  • The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation.
  • 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017.

INVESTOR ACTION ALERT: The Schall Law Firm Encourages Investors in Ventyx Biosciences, Inc. with Losses of $100,000 to Contact the Firm

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge.

Key Points: 
  • We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge.
  • The lead clinical product candidate developed by Ventyx, VTX958, was less effective in the treatment of psoriasis than it portrayed to investors.
  • The Schall Law Firm represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation.
  • This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and rules of ethics.

VTYX INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Announces that Ventyx Biosciences, Inc. Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit!

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Ventyx is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that develops small molecule product candidates to address a range of inflammatory diseases.

Key Points: 
  • Ventyx is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that develops small molecule product candidates to address a range of inflammatory diseases.
  • The Company’s lead clinical product candidate is VTX958, a selective allosteric tyrosine kinase type 2 inhibitor for psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and Crohn’s disease.
  • On November 6, 2023, during after-market hours, Ventyx issued a press release announcing results from the Phase 2 SERENITY Trial.
  • Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a nationally recognized firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits.

Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP Reminds Investors of Looming Deadline in the Class Action Lawsuit Against Ventyx Biosciences, Inc. (VTYX)

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Monday, April 1, 2024

You can also contact Charles H. Linehan, of GPM at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, or via email at [email protected] to learn more about your rights.

Key Points: 
  • You can also contact Charles H. Linehan, of GPM at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, or via email at [email protected] to learn more about your rights.
  • On or about October 21, 2021, Ventyx conducted its IPO, selling over 9 million shares of common stock at $16.00 per share.
  • Then, on November 22, 2023, Ventyx disclosed that the Company’s President and Chief Medical Officer would no longer serve in those roles.
  • To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action.

VENTYX BIOSCIENCES, INC. (NASDAQ: VTYX) DEADLINE ALERT: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reminds Investors of the Deadline to File a Lead Plaintiff Motion in a Securities Class Action Lawsuit Against Ventyx Biosciences, Inc.

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Monday, April 1, 2024

Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact Investor Relations Manager Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or [email protected] .

Key Points: 
  • Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact Investor Relations Manager Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or [email protected] .
  • If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than April 30, 2024.
  • A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
  • The law firm responsible for this advertisement is Bernstein Liebhard LLP, 10 East 40th Street, New York, New York 10016, (212) 779-1414.

Sol-Gel’s Collaboration Partner First-to-File ANDA Drug Product Generic to Zoryve® Cream

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Monday, April 1, 2024

On March 26, 2024, Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARQT) (“Arcutis”) initiated a patent infringement action in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey regarding the Padagis Roflumilast Cream, 0.3% ANDA.

Key Points: 
  • On March 26, 2024, Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARQT) (“Arcutis”) initiated a patent infringement action in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey regarding the Padagis Roflumilast Cream, 0.3% ANDA.
  • Annual market sales for Zoryve Cream, 0.3% were approximately $95 million in the 12 months ended in January 2024, as measured by IQVIA.
  • Should its ANDA for Roflumilast Cream, 0.3% be approved by the FDA, Padagis believes that its product may be entitled to 180 days of generic market exclusivity.
  • Submissions such as Padagis’s Roflumilast Cream, 0.3% ANDA demonstrate the historic value of Sol-Gel’s partnership with Padagis.