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Today marks a pivotal moment with the FDA's first-ever approval of a PROTAC drug, validating the targeted protein degradation field. The agency also approved Partner Therapeutics' Bizengri for a rare form of cholangiocarcinoma. In pipeline setbacks, Ascendis Pharma and Ipsen both announced the discontinuation of key development programs, signaling ongoing strategic rationalization across the industry.
#1
FDA APPROVAL
1.0
Tier B
First PROTAC drug gains FDA approval, validating new therapeutic modality
The FDA has approved the first-ever PROTAC (PROteolysis TArgeting Chimera) drug, a milestone for the new therapeutic class.
#2
FDA APPROVAL
2.71
Tier A
FDA approves Bizengri for rare NRG1 fusion-positive cholangiocarcinoma
The FDA approved Bizengri for adults with advanced, unresectable or metastatic cholangiocarcinoma with an NRG1 gene fusion who have progressed on prior therapy.
#3
TRIAL HALT
2.74
Tier A
Ascendis Pharma axes IL-2 candidate, pivoting away from oncology expansion
Ascendis Pharma has ceased internal development of its IL-2 candidate, an asset previously considered for accelerated approval.
#4
TRIAL HALT
2.74
Tier A
Ipsen discontinues two liver disease candidates from $952M Albireo acquisition
Ipsen has discontinued two liver disease drug candidates that were part of the 2023 acquisition of Albireo for $952 million.
#5
FDA APPROVAL
2.71
Tier A
FDA granted regular approval to rucaparib for mCRPC
The FDA granted regular approval to rucaparib on December 17, 2025, for adults with deleterious BRCA mutation-associated mCRPC.
ActionDrugCompanyDetail
Approval Not Specified (PROTAC) Not Specified First-in-class approval for a PROTAC drug, validating the targeted protein degradation modality.
Approval Bizengri (zenocutuzumab-zbco) Partner Therapeutics Approved for adults with advanced, unresectable or metastatic cholangiocarcinoma harboring an NRG1 gene fusion.
DrugCompanyPhaseResultEndpoints
IL-2 candidate Ascendis Pharma Development Program discontinued N/A
Two liver disease candidates Ipsen Development Programs discontinued N/A
TypePartiesValueDetail
No deals reported today
The first FDA approval of a PROTAC drug is a landmark event, expected to significantly increase investment and research into the targeted protein degradation space as a viable therapeutic modality.
Precision oncology continues to yield approvals in rare and ultra-rare indications, as seen with Bizengri for NRG1+ cholangiocarcinoma, reinforcing the value of biomarker-driven drug development.
Ongoing pipeline rationalization, evidenced by program cuts at Ascendis and Ipsen, shows that companies are aggressively prioritizing assets and focusing resources, even if it means discontinuing recently acquired candidates.
FDA APPROVAL
The first PROTAC drug has gained FDA approval. This milestone bolsters the ambitions for targeted protein degradation and induced proximity in drug development.
The first PROTAC drug has gained FDA approval. This milestone bolsters the ambitions for targeted protein degradation and induced proximity in drug development.
FDA APPROVAL
The FDA has granted approval for Bizengri (zenocutuzumab-zbco), a drug designed to treat NRG1 fusion-positive cholangiocarcinoma, an ultra-rare and aggressive cancer. This approval represents the seventh under the National Priority Voucher Pilot Program.
The FDA has granted approval for Bizengri (zenocutuzumab-zbco), a drug designed to treat NRG1 fusion-positive cholangiocarcinoma, an ultra-rare and aggressive cancer. This approval represents the seventh under the National Priority Voucher Pilot Program.
FDA APPROVAL
The FDA approved zenocutuzumab-zbco (Bizengri) on May 8, 2026. This approval is for adults with advanced, unresectable or metastatic cholangiocarcinoma harboring an NRG1 gene fusion, who have experienced disease progression on or after prior systemic therapy.
The FDA approved zenocutuzumab-zbco (Bizengri) on May 8, 2026. This approval is for adults with advanced, unresectable or metastatic cholangiocarcinoma harboring an NRG1 gene fusion, who have experienced disease progression on or after prior systemic therapy.
TRIAL HALT
Ascendis Pharma has ended the internal development of its IL-2 candidate. This decision signifies a pivot away from oncology expansion. The company had previously considered this asset for accelerated approval.
Ascendis Pharma has ended the internal development of its IL-2 candidate. This decision signifies a pivot away from oncology expansion. The company had previously considered this asset for accelerated approval.
FDA APPROVAL
fda_approval: selinexor — None
TRIAL HALT
Ipsen has discontinued two liver disease drug candidates that were acquired from Albireo in 2023. One of these assets has been entirely set aside following the $952 million acquisition of Albireo.
Ipsen has discontinued two liver disease drug candidates that were acquired from Albireo in 2023. One of these assets has been entirely set aside following the $952 million acquisition of Albireo.
FDA APPROVAL
The FDA granted regular approval to rucaparib (Rubraca) on December 17, 2025. This approval is for adults with deleterious BRCA mutation-associated metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) who have been previously treated with an androgen receptor-directed therapy.
The FDA granted regular approval to rucaparib (Rubraca) on December 17, 2025. This approval is for adults with deleterious BRCA mutation-associated metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) who have been previously treated with an androgen receptor-directed therapy.
FDA APPROVAL
The FDA granted accelerated approval to rucaparib for the treatment of BRCA-mutated metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer.
The FDA granted accelerated approval to rucaparib for the treatment of BRCA-mutated metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer.
FDA APPROVAL
On September 27, 2024, the FDA granted traditional approval to selpercatinib (Retevmo) from Eli Lilly and Company. This approval is for adult and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older with advanced or metastatic medullary thyroid cancer (MTC) with a RET mutation.
On September 27, 2024, the FDA granted traditional approval to selpercatinib (Retevmo) from Eli Lilly and Company. This approval is for adult and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older with advanced or metastatic medullary thyroid cancer (MTC) with a RET mutation.
FDA APPROVAL
The FDA's May docket includes at least five PDUFA dates for regulatory decisions. These decisions pertain to one new product submitted via the 505(b)(2) pathway and four label expansions for existing products.
The FDA's May docket includes at least five PDUFA dates for regulatory decisions. These decisions pertain to one new product submitted via the 505(b)(2) pathway and four label expansions for existing products.
FDA APPROVAL
Gallant has advanced its IV-delivered stem cell therapy for canine osteoarthritis, receiving eligibility for expanded FDA-CVM conditional approval. The company is targeting conditional approval in 2028, supported by promising pilot data.
Gallant has advanced its IV-delivered stem cell therapy for canine osteoarthritis, receiving eligibility for expanded FDA-CVM conditional approval. The company is targeting conditional approval in 2028, supported by promising pilot data.
TRIAL HALT
Pfizer has abandoned the remaining clinical-stage CD47 blocker and a T-cell engager, which were acquired through its $2.3 billion acquisition of Trillium Therapeutics. This decision signifies the failure of Pfizer's investment, as all candidates from the Trillium acquisition have now been scrapped.
Pfizer has abandoned the remaining clinical-stage CD47 blocker and a T-cell engager, which were acquired through its $2.3 billion acquisition of Trillium Therapeutics. This decision signifies the failure of Pfizer's investment, as all candidates from the Trillium acquisition have now been scrapped.
PHASE 3
Viridian Therapeutics' anti-IGF-1R antibody met its primary endpoint in a second Phase 3 trial. This result clears the path for the company to file for FDA approval next year, aiming to challenge Amgen in the blockbuster market.
Viridian Therapeutics' anti-IGF-1R antibody met its primary endpoint in a second Phase 3 trial. This result clears the path for the company to file for FDA approval next year, aiming to challenge Amgen in the blockbuster market.
PHASE 3
Gossamer Bio, Inc. (GOSS) is facing a securities class action lawsuit following an 80% drop in its stock price due to the failure of its Phase 3 PROSERA trial. The lawsuit, filed by Hagens Berman, seeks to represent investors who acquired Gossamer securities between June 16, 2025, and February 20, 2026.
Gossamer Bio, Inc. (GOSS) is facing a securities class action lawsuit following an 80% drop in its stock price due to the failure of its Phase 3 PROSERA trial. The lawsuit, filed by Hagens Berman, seeks to represent investors who acquired Gossamer securities between June 16, 2025, and February 20, 2
FDA APPROVAL
Lannett, its wholly owned subsidiary Lanexa Biologics, and Sunshine Lake Pharma have secured FDA approval for their drug Langlara.
Lannett, its wholly owned subsidiary Lanexa Biologics, and Sunshine Lake Pharma have secured FDA approval for their drug Langlara.
PHASE 3
IDEAYA Biosciences announced that its Phase 2/3 registrational trial (OptimUM-02) of darovasertib combination met its primary endpoint. The company plans to initiate the RTOR submission process with the first pre-submission in May, targeting completion of the NDA filing.
IDEAYA Biosciences announced that its Phase 2/3 registrational trial (OptimUM-02) of darovasertib combination met its primary endpoint. The company plans to initiate the RTOR submission process with the first pre-submission in May, targeting completion of the NDA filing.
FDA APPROVAL
Lupin Limited announced on May 5, 2026, that it has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Glycerol Phenylbutyrate Oral Liquid.
Lupin Limited announced on May 5, 2026, that it has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Glycerol Phenylbutyrate Oral Liquid.
EMA APPROVAL
EMA Approval: Palsonify (Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Europe GmbH)
Active substance: paltusotine hydrochloride | EC Decision: 23/04/2026 | Status: Authorised | Flags: Orphan | Area: Acromegaly | Papers: Paltusotine Hydrochloride. (American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy 2025); Acromegaly Disease Control Maintained After Switching From Injected Somatostatin (Jour
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