JEOL: Launch of the New Benchtop Scanning Electron Microscope “JCM-7000Plus NeoScope™”

Alphabet co-invested with NVIDIA in a $3.9B MediaTek bond, supporting both NVLink Fusion and UALink. NVIDIA's investment secures MediaTek's commitment to NVLink Fusion for custom AI chips, deepening their partnership. Alphabet's dual investment signals a portfolio strategy in the AI chip interconnect war.

Teva Pharmaceutical (TEVA) reported positive Phase 2a trial results for TEV-408, an anti-IL-15 monoclonal antibody, in celiac disease. The study met its primary endpoint, showing significant prevention of gluten-induced intestinal damage. TEV-408 also reduced inflammation and improved patient-reported outcomes. The company plans to present further data and host an investor call. TEVA stock closed at $36.19, up 0.39%, and is up 0.77% in pre-market trading.

Leading US medical groups urge flu and Covid-19 vaccinations this fall, countering Trump administration's changing advice. FDA approved updated vaccines. Groups like AAP, AAFP, and ACOG issued guidelines, emphasizing science-based recommendations. Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine, mFlusiva, shows 27% higher effectiveness in 50- to 64-year-olds. Covid-19 shots recommended for high-risk groups, with varying options from Moderna, Pfizer, Novavax, and Sanofi.

Teva Pharmaceutical (TEVA) reported positive topline results from a Phase 2a study of TEV 408, an anti-interleukin-15 monoclonal antibody, for treating celiac disease. The study met its primary endpoint, showing significant prevention of gluten-induced intestinal damage compared to placebo. The company plans to present further data at a future scientific meeting. TEVA shares rose 2.96% in pre-market trading.

Apple's upcoming folding iPhone, likely called iPhone Ultra, will support MagSafe, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The device, priced at over $2,000, will launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro Series. It will feature a 5.5-inch cover screen and a 7.8-inch inner display, with a focus on web browsing, video, and camera viewfinder. Apple has worked with developers to ensure apps resize automatically across the two displays.

Google launched Gemini 3.8 Flash and Gemini 3.8 Flash Cyber, AI models for coding and cybersecurity, respectively. The Cyber model is restricted to vetted entities. Google claims early benchmarks show strong performance. Alphabet shares rose 1% post-announcement.