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TCB Team is a group of domain experts and writers focused on biotech, healthcare, and AI. They deliver original, high-signal coverage tailored for industry professionals, investors, and researchers. With a neutral and independent voice, the team transforms complex developments into clear, actionable insights.

110 articlesMostly Regulatory & Policy and Biopharmaceutical Industry

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Pfizer Accelerates Obesity Drug Development to Mitigate Patent Cliff RisksBiopharmaceutical Industry

Pfizer Accelerates Obesity Drug Development to Mitigate Patent Cliff Risks

Pfizer’s strategic move to fast-track its obesity treatment follows critical patent cliffs on key products. The accelerated development timeline reflects the company’s proactive efforts to sustain its market presence and address a growing public health concern.

TCB TeamTCB TeamJan 13, 2026
Veteran Regulator Richard Pazdur Warns of Political Chaos Harming FDA EffectivenessRegulatory & Policy

Veteran Regulator Richard Pazdur Warns of Political Chaos Harming FDA Effectiveness

At a recent STAT event, Richard Pazdur, who departed the FDA after 26 years of service, delivered a stark warning regarding the current state of the FDA. He discussed how political influences and internal disarray are damaging the agency’s core functions and ability to safeguard public health. Pazdur's observations come at a critical time as regulatory policies and agency leadership face unprecedented scrutiny.

TCB TeamTCB TeamJan 13, 2026
AbbVie, Amgen, and Lilly Call for FDA Updates to Post-Approval Change Rules to Support Pharma ReshoringRegulatory & Policy

AbbVie, Amgen, and Lilly Call for FDA Updates to Post-Approval Change Rules to Support Pharma Reshoring

The push by major drugmakers to update FDA post-approval change rules highlights ongoing regulatory challenges that affect the pharmaceutical supply chain and manufacturing sovereignty. The companies' advocacy underscores the importance of regulatory adaptability to keep pace with industry needs and global supply dynamics, particularly as reshoring production gains prominence in policy discussions.

TCB TeamTCB TeamJan 13, 2026
Bristol Myers Squibb’s Strategic Commitment to Early-Stage Biopharma Amid Industry Late-Stage FocusBiopharmaceutical Industry

Bristol Myers Squibb’s Strategic Commitment to Early-Stage Biopharma Amid Industry Late-Stage Focus

While many large biopharma companies prioritize late-stage asset acquisitions, Bristol Myers Squibb is the notable exception actively securing partnerships with early-stage biotech innovators. Its collaborations with companies like insitro and Orbital Technologies illustrate a forward-looking approach aiming to shape the future of biopharmaceutical innovation.

TCB TeamTCB TeamJan 13, 2026
Anthropic and OpenAI in Healthcare: A Comparative Analysis of Their AI PlatformsAI in Drug Discovery

Anthropic and OpenAI in Healthcare: A Comparative Analysis of Their AI Platforms

Both Anthropic and OpenAI are expanding their large language models into the healthcare sector, employing different strategies to integrate AI tools that address a variety of healthcare needs. Understanding their platforms’ design and targeted users offers insights into the evolving role of AI in medicine.

TCB TeamTCB TeamJan 12, 2026
FDA Delays Expedited Submission Request for Stoke Therapeutics' Severe Epilepsy DrugRegulatory & Policy

FDA Delays Expedited Submission Request for Stoke Therapeutics' Severe Epilepsy Drug

The dialogue between Stoke Therapeutics and the FDA surrounding the expedited review of a promising severe epilepsy drug underscores the complexities facing regulatory approvals in neurology. This development highlights ongoing tensions in balancing regulatory rigor with the urgent needs of patients with rare and debilitating conditions.

TCB TeamTCB TeamJan 11, 2026
Oasys Health Secures $4.6M to Advance AI-Powered Behavioral Health PlatformMedical Technology

Oasys Health Secures $4.6M to Advance AI-Powered Behavioral Health Platform

The infusion of $4.6 million in capital reflects growing investor confidence in artificial intelligence's potential to transform behavioral health care. Oasys Health aims to leverage this funding to develop technology solutions that better support mental health conditions through machine learning and personalized intervention.

TCB TeamTCB TeamJan 11, 2026
Opinion: The NIH Has Lost Its Scientific Integrity, Leading to Key Leadership ResignationsRegulatory & Policy

Opinion: The NIH Has Lost Its Scientific Integrity, Leading to Key Leadership Resignations

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a cornerstone of biomedical research and public health advancement, is currently facing a critical juncture as four leading officials have publicly resigned. Their departure raises important questions about scientific independence and institutional integrity amid alleged interference and censorship within the agency.

TCB TeamTCB TeamJan 11, 2026