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AI IntelligenceApr 21, 2026M&A
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Eli Lilly -> Kelonia Therapeutics

Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly announced it is acquiring Kelonia Therapeutics, a developer of gene therapies with a particular focus on cancer treatment, in a deal valued at up to $7 billion in cash. Kelonia utilizes AI-powered platforms for developing precise gene therapies, making this one of the largest funded biotech startup purchases in recent years.

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Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly announced it is acquiring Kelonia Therapeutics, a developer of gene therapies with a particular focus on cancer treatment, in a deal valued at up to $7 billion in cash. Kelonia utilizes AI-powered platforms for developing precise gene therapies, making this one of the largest funded biotech startup purchases in recent years.