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  • Exact Sciences Acquires Paradigm and Viomics

    By Sean Kim on March 20, 2020 | Leave a response
    On March 3, 2020, Exact Sciences announced completion of its acquisition of Paradigm Diagnostics, Inc. and Viomics, Inc., privately held companies based in Phoenix, AZ. According to Exact Sciences, Paradigm and Viomics together provide a differentiated late-stage therapy selection test and deep competencies in sequencing and biomarker discovery, extending Exact Sciences' lab testing and research a ...

  • Trademarks Require “Use in Commerce” – But What If You Need Regulatory Approval Before Selling Your Medical Device?

    By Tom Cowan  &  Ian Gillies on December 5, 2019 | Leave a response
    The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) allows for a trademark application to be filed on an “Intent to Use” basis to establish a priority date before the mark is actually “used in commerce.” However, such use in commerce must happen before the trademark application will register with the USPTO. If your company markets medical devices or related goods that require regulatory approval, ...

  • Google Buys Fitbit for $2.1B

    By Michael Burns on November 4, 2019 | Leave a response
    Wearable fitness products company Fitbit Inc. announced Friday it entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by Alphabet Inc.-owned Google for $7.35 per share in cash, valuing the company at approximately $2.1 billion. James Park, co-founder and CEO of Fitbit, said of the deal: "Google is an ideal partner to advance our mission. With Google’s resources and global platform, Fitbit will be able ...
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