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The validation of CureVac's patent amidst a legal dispute positively influences market sentiment. Historically, patent confirmations have led to stock price increases in biotech firms.
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EPO confirmed the validity of CureVac's patent EP 3 708 668 B1. BioNTech's opposition to the patent was largely dismissed by the EPO. A court hearing on patent infringement is scheduled for July 2025. CureVac settled a lawsuit regarding COVID-19 vaccine credit last April. CVAC shares rose 17.5% following the patent confirmation news.
EPO confirmed the validity of CureVac's patent EP 3 708 668 B1.
BioNTech's opposition to the patent was largely dismissed by the EPO.
A court hearing on patent infringement is scheduled for July 2025.
CureVac settled a lawsuit regarding COVID-19 vaccine credit last April.
CVAC shares rose 17.5% following the patent confirmation news.
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