AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoBiotechnology: EU regulators backed an expanded use of Merck’s RSV treatment for high-risk children, with a final decision expected within two months across the EU, Liechtenstein, Iceland and Norway. Cancer Research: The EMA also recommended belzutifan plus lenvatinib for advanced kidney cancer after prior immunotherapy; the European Commission will decide on approval. Digital Security: Austria’s MACO Group is taking a majority stake in fingerprint-access maker ekey, which has operations in Liechtenstein. Ekey’s brand, products and Linz research and production base are set to remain. Climate and Energy: Liechtenstein joined countries backing a COP31 pledge to raise electricity’s share of global energy use to 35% by 2035, though the pledge does not specify how that power should be generated. Banking Technology: A study of Swiss and Liechtenstein banks found 65% expect to keep their core banking systems for at least a decade, despite widespread criticism of usability and slow innovation. Youth and STEM: Switzerland’s National Future Day drew thousands of children to explore careers, including fields where their gender is under-represented.
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