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CGM Patent-infringement Suits: Dexcom Sues Abbott; Abbott Sues Dexcom

It has recently been observed that Dexcom filed a patent-infringement suit against Abbott for the sensors used in its Libre CGM. Subsequently, Abbott filed a suit claiming Dexcom is infringing on 12 patents. Of note, the two complaints were filed in separate courts with Dexcom filing its complaint on June 30, 2021 in US District Court for the Western District of Texas (Waco) and Abbott filing in the US District Court, District of Delaware (Wilmington) on July 1, 2021. Below, FENIX provides a summary of the filings and thoughts on the lawsuits.

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ADA 2021 Key Press Releases (June 25)

On the first day of ADA 2021, eleven cardiometabolic-related news items were observed from Medtronic, Lilly, AstraZeneca, CeQur, Abbott, Onduo, Glooko, Mannkind, ViaCyte, Glytec, and Akero. Below, FENIX provides context and analysis for the announcements.

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Novo QW Icodec Ph3 T1DM Trial Initiated; Dexcom G6 Approved for Upper Arm Wear in Canada; Dario Launches Virtual Health Initiative with MediOrbis; J&J and Abbott Q1 ’21 Earnings Updates

A series of diabetes-related news items have been observed: a CT.gov record for Novo’s Ph3 QW insulin icodec T1DM trial (ONWARDS 6) has been observed; Dexcom announced Health Canada has authorize G6 for upper arm wear; Dario announced a virtual care initiative with MediOrbis for telehealth and remote patient monitoring; Abbott hosted its Q1 ’21 earnings call; and J&J hosted its Q1 ’21 earnings call. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.

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Novo Connected Pens Now Integrate with mySugr; Abbott Partners with Olympic Runner for Libre Sense Glucose Biosensor; New Non-invasive Glucose Monitoring Meter?

A series of diabetes-related news items have recently been observed: mySugr announced the integration of the Novo Nordisk NovoPen 6 and NovoPen Echo Plus connected pens into the mySugr Logbook on iOS; Abbott announced a partnership with Olympic runner, Eliud Kipchoge, and the NN Running Team to support their athletic training program through the use of Abbott’s Libre Sense Glucose Sport Biosensor; and Dongwoon Anatech is seeking US and Korean regulatory approvals for a saliva-based glucose monitor, called D-SaLife. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.

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Abbott Q4 ’20 Earnings Update and US DTC; Apple and Samsung Watch CGM?; Dario Acquires Upright Technologies

A series of diabetes-related news items have been observed: Abbott hosted its Q4 and FY ’20 earnings call; Abbott recently published an article on its website titled “FreeStyle Libre 2 Puts NBA Legend Ray Allen at Ease;” the Apple Watch Series 7 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch4 are both reportedly going to feature glucose monitoring; and DarioHealth announced its acquisition of Upright Technologies, a digital musculoskeletal company. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.

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Libre 2 Appears to Remain in US Soft Launch; When will Broad Launch Commence?

A series of events and observations have been made that suggest the Libre 2 US commercialization remains in a soft launch; however, a broad launch of the Libre 2 system may be in the near term. Below, FENIX provides analysis on the Libre 2 soft launch, potential insight into Abbott’s rationale to simultaneously market Libre 14-day and Libre 2, and thoughts on whether Abbott would minimize Libre 2 promotional efforts if Libre 3 US approval is around the corner.

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EMPA-REG OUTCOME Post Hoc Analysis; Abbott Sponsors ADA Health Equity Initiative; Nemaura Launches BEAT Platform and Updated Company Website Ahead of US proBEAT Launch

Three diabetes-related news items have been observed: BI and Lilly announced results from a post hoc analysis of the EMPA-REG OUTCOME trial; Abbott and ADA announced Abbott is the first anchor sponsor of the Health Equity Now (HEN) platform with a $5M contribution towards addressing health disparities for PWD; and Nemaura Medical announced the relaunch of its company website and the launch of its BEAT diabetes website. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.

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Abbott Q3 ’20 Earnings Update; Novo Licenses Antibody Engineering Tech From Chugai

Two diabetes-related news items have been observed: Abbott hosted its Q3 ’20 earnings call (press release) and Chugai licensed its antibody engineering technology to Novo Nordisk (press release). Below, FENIX provides highlights from the respective news items as well as insight into how Novo may leverage Chugai’s antibody technology.

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Abbott Libre 3 Receives CE Mark

Abbott announced it has received CE Mark for the Libre 3 CGM system. Unlike the Libre 1 and 2 CGM systems which require users to scan the sensor to receive their glucose readings, Libre 3 is a true real-time CGM. Additionally, Abbott has updated the Libre form factor with Libre 3 being approximately the size of two stacked US pennies. According to the press release, Abbott is planning for an EU launch “in the coming months” with no update on a potential US timeline. Below, FENIX provides thoughts on the new Libre 3 CGM features as well as potential implications to Dexcom, Medtronic, Senseonics, and other CGM manufacturers.

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