Unicycive Therapeutics, Inc. (UNCY) Investigation: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Encourages Shareholders to Contact the Firm to Learn More About the Investigation

Biotech news roundup: Novartis (NVS) won EU approval for Itvisma for SMA; HUTCHMED (HCM) got China approval for ORPATHYS (savolitinib) in MET-amplified gastric cancer; Vertex (VRTX) expanded CASGEVY to children as young as 2; Unicycive (UNCY) received an FDA CRL for its CKD dialysis NDA; Ipsen (IPN.PA) agreed to buy Memo Therapeutics (~€700m) and Kartos ($450m).

Kirby McInerney LLP said it is investigating potential federal securities-law claims against Unicycive Therapeutics (NASDAQ:UNCY). The firm cites Unicycive’s June 30, 2026 FDA second Complete Response Letter for oxylanthanum carbonate, tied to prior manufacturing deficiencies. Unicycive shares fell about 39% from $7.70 to $4.69 that day; no lawsuit has been filed.

Realty Income (NYSE: O) says it began investing in data centers in late 2023 via a build-to-suit JV with Digital Realty, buying an 80% stake in an up to 48 MW facility. It also formed a hyperscale JV with Cloud Capital, targeting up to $1.4B investment for a 45% stake. Realty Income raised 2024 AFFO guidance to $4.44-$4.45/share and investment outlook to $10B.

Bloomberg reported the US Army plans to buy at least $400 million of AeroVironment counter-drone laser systems, citing a person familiar with the deal. The order would include dozens of LOCUST units that use AI to detect and track small to medium drones and then engage them with a high-energy laser. AeroVironment’s stock rose about 8% on Friday.

Rocket Lab (RKLB) said it won a $397 million U.S. Space Force contract to develop, launch, and operate multiple Flatellites for the SB-AMTI program. Flatellites are slimmer, stackable satellites intended to increase deployments per launch and integrate with Rocket Lab’s Neutron rocket. The article cites analyst forecasts for revenue rising from $602M (2025) to $1.7B (2028).

Diversified Energy (LSE:DEC, NYSE:DEC) said it will shift from acquisition-led growth to drilling its own wells, launching a one-rig operated development programme in Oklahoma in 2H, spending $35m to $50m. It expects drilling to materially affect 2027 production. Q2 adjusted EBITDA fell 14% to $240m; guidance calls for $960m-$1.01b adjusted earnings and ~$440m free cash flow.