Akoustis Technologies Inc. specializes in the design and manufacturing of advanced semiconductor materials and radio frequency (RF) filters for high-performance wireless applications. The company focuses on developing innovative solutions utilizing its patented technology, which allows for the production of high-quality bulk acoustic wave (BAW) filters. These filters are critical components in mobile devices, Internet of Things (IoT) applications, and various communication systems, enabling improved performance and efficiency in transmitting and receiving signals. Through its cutting-edge technology and manufacturing capabilities, Akoustis aims to meet the growing demand for faster and more reliable wireless connectivity in today's increasingly connected world. Read More
BOSTON, May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aktis Oncology, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKTS) (Aktis or the Company), a clinical-stage oncology company focused on expanding the breakthrough potential of targeted radiopharmaceuticals to large populations, including those not addressed by existing platform technologies, today reported first-in-human clinical imaging and dosimetry data for AKY-2519, a miniprotein radioconjugate targeting B7-H3 expressing tumors. The data from two separate assessments of AKY-2519 – a clinical imaging and dosimetry assessment in patients with mCRPC and a clinical imaging assessment in patients with various solid tumor types – demonstrated robust tumor uptake and limited normal tissue exposure. These findings, which supported the advancement of a broad clinical development program for AKY-2519, will be presented in two poster presentations at the upcoming 2026 ASCO Annual Meeting, being held May 29 – June 2, 2026, in Chicago.
BOSTON, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aktis Oncology, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKTS) (Aktis or the Company), a clinical-stage oncology company focused on expanding the breakthrough potential of targeted radiopharmaceuticals to large populations, including those not addressed by existing platform technologies, today reported financial results and business highlights for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.
BOSTON, May 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aktis Oncology, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKTS) (the “Company”), a clinical-stage oncology company focused on expanding the breakthrough potential of targeted radiopharmaceuticals to large populations, including those not addressed by existing platform technologies, today announced that Matthew Roden, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of Aktis Oncology, will present at the BofA Securities Health Care Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada. The presentation will take place on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PT.
BOSTON, May 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aktis Oncology, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKTS) (Aktis or the Company), a clinical-stage oncology company focused on expanding the breakthrough potential of targeted radiopharmaceuticals to large populations, today announced the initiation of a Phase 1b clinical trial of AKY-25191 in patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC). The mCRPC-dedicated Phase 1b trial is part of Aktis’ clinical development strategy to develop AKY-2519 broadly in B7-H3 expressing tumors. Aktis plans to initiate a Phase 1b basket trial in lung, colorectal, and other high B7-H3 expressing solid tumors in the second half of 2026.
BOSTON, April 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aktis Oncology, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKTS) (the “Company”), a clinical-stage oncology company focused on expanding the breakthrough potential of targeted radiopharmaceuticals to large populations, including those not addressed by existing platform technologies, today announced that clinical imaging and dosimetry data of AKY-2519 in patients with various B7-H3 expressing solid tumors will be presented in two poster presentations at the 2026 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting, being held May 29 – June 2, 2026, in Chicago.
BOSTON, April 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aktis Oncology, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKTS) (the “Company”), a clinical-stage oncology company focused on expanding the breakthrough potential of targeted radiopharmaceuticals to large populations, including those not addressed by existing platform technologies, today announced the appointment of Glenn Gormley, MD, PhD, as an independent director to its Board of Directors and co-chair of the Company’s newly established Science and Technology Committee of the Board of Directors.
BOSTON, March 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aktis Oncology, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKTS) (the “Company”), a clinical-stage oncology company focused on expanding the breakthrough potential of targeted radiopharmaceuticals to large populations, including those not addressed by existing platform technologies, today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cleared the Investigational New Drug (IND) applications for the Company to proceed to a Phase 1b clinical trial with AKY-25191. AKY-2519 is a miniprotein radioconjugate targeting B7-H3, which is expressed in several solid tumor types including prostate and lung cancers, and is the second clinical stage miniprotein radioconjugate discovered using Aktis’ proprietary platform. The Company’s lead miniprotein radioconjugate, AKY-1189, targeting Nectin-4, is currently enrolling patients in a Phase 1b clinical study. Aktis’ miniprotein radioconjugates are designed to selectively deliver actinium-225 (225Ac), a highly potent alpha-emitting radioisotope, to target-expressing tumors. The Company also provided business updates and reported financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025.
BOSTON, Feb. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aktis Oncology, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKTS), a clinical-stage oncology company focused on expanding the breakthrough potential of targeted radiopharmaceuticals to large patient populations, including those not addressed by existing platform technologies, today announced that Matthew Roden, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of Aktis Oncology, will present at the following investor conferences in March 2026.
BOSTON, Feb. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aktis Oncology, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKTS), a clinical-stage oncology company focused on expanding the breakthrough potential of targeted radiopharmaceuticals to large patient populations, including those not addressed by existing platform technologies, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Fast Track designation to AKY-1189 for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic urothelial cancer (mUC) who have progressed on or after prior systemic therapies. Generated using Aktis’ miniprotein radioconjugate platform, AKY-1189 is designed to deliver actinium-225 (225Ac), a highly potent alpha-emitting radioisotope, to Nectin-4 expressing tumors. Approximately 80 – 90% of urothelial cancer patients show positive expression of Nectin-4.
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BOSTON, Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aktis Oncology, Inc. (“Aktis”), a clinical-stage oncology company focused on expanding the breakthrough potential of targeted radiopharmaceuticals to large patient populations, including those not addressed by existing platform technologies, today announced the closing of its upsized initial public offering of 17,650,000 shares of its common stock, at an initial public offering price of $18.00 per share, occurred on January 12, 2026. In addition, the underwriters exercised in full their option to purchase an additional 2,647,500 shares of Aktis’ common stock, at the initial public offering price of $18.00 per share. The sale of the 2,647,500 additional shares is expected to close on January 14, 2026, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions. The aggregate gross proceeds from the initial public offering, including the full exercise of the underwriters’ option to purchase additional shares, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and other offering expenses, are expected to be approximately $365.4 million. All of the shares of common stock were offered by Aktis. Aktis’ common stock began trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market on January 9, 2026 under the ticker symbol “AKTS.”
Committed to Full Continuity in Delivering Next-Generation BAW High-Band RF Filters to Customers Around the World Filing to Ensure Business Sold Free and Clear of Qorvo Infringement Following Final Judgement and Required Cleansing Process
Akoustis Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: AKTS) (“Akoustis” or the “Company”), an integrated device manufacturer (IDM) of patented bulk acoustic wave (BAW) high-band RF filters for mobile and other wireless applications, announced today that it has voluntarily filed for chapter 11 relief in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware (the “Court”) to provide the Company with the flexibility to complete its ongoing marketing and sale process while continuing to deliver for its valued customers around the world. The voluntary chapter 11 filing follows the Company’s recent legal case with Qorvo, Inc., in which Akoustis was ordered to pay a total judgement of approximately $59 million in damages, fees, and interest related to allegations of trade secret misappropriation and patent infringement.