Jun 23, 2026
The bladder cancer therapeutics market is expanding with recent FDA approvals including INLEXZO for NMIBC and a KEYTRUDA-Padvev combination for MIBC, while the NMIBC market reached approximately USD 3 billion in 2025 across seven major markets. Ferring reported record revenues exceeding €2.5 billion in 2025, driven by Adstiladrin as its second major growth driver. A robust pipeline of emerging therapies is expected to further transform the market through 2036.
Apr 22, 2026
A study in Cell suggests a urine DNA test may help identify which people with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer are likely to benefit from BCG immunotherapy. The test detected minimal residual disease after surgery and BCG treatment and distinguished recurrence risk based on tumour DNA findings.
Mar 30, 2026
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network has updated its bladder cancer guidelines to include ImmunityBio's Anktiva plus BCG for BCG-unresponsive papillary-only disease. The Category 2A recommendation expands treatment options beyond the drug's initial FDA approval for carcinoma in situ. ImmunityBio also announced its pivotal trial is adequately powered and European distribution partnerships to expand global access.
Mar 29, 2026
The phase 3 ENVISION trial shows 80% complete response rate for novel bladder cancer chemoablative therapy. AI integration accelerates precision oncology through biomarker identification and targeted treatments. OncoPRO real-time symptom monitoring system enhances patient safety and clinical trial data capture.
Mar 25, 2026
ImmunityBio reported a fivefold revenue increase to $38.29 million, driven by a 750% surge in unit sales of its cancer drug Anktiva. The company is expanding internationally through partnerships in the Middle East and preparing additional FDA submissions for Anktiva's broader use.
Feb 19, 2026
The European Commission granted conditional marketing authorization for ANKTIVA in combination with BCG for BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer, expanding the therapy's availability to 33 countries across four regulatory jurisdictions.
Feb 19, 2026
ImmunityBio has partnered with Accord Healthcare to expand access to Anktiva across 30 countries following conditional EU authorization. The company established an Irish subsidiary to support European distribution and commercialization.
Dec 09, 2025
Moderna and Merck announced median five-year follow-up data showing intismeran autogene in combination with Keytruda reduced the risk of melanoma recurrence or death by 49% in high-risk patients following complete resection.