Alumis Issues Breach Notice to Climb Bio Over $3M Milestone Payment, Challenges to APA Terms

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Alumis Inc. has issued a notice of material breach and claim for indemnification against Climb Bio, Inc. for failing to pay a $3 million development milestone, with Climb Bio also filing a lawsuit challenging the terms of their Asset Purchase Agreement.

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• Material Breach Notice Issued

  Alumis Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiary Acelyrin, Inc. issued a Notice of Material Breach and Notification of Claim for Indemnification to Climb Bio, Inc.

• Missed Milestone Payment

  Climb Bio refused to pay a $3,000,000 Development Milestone payment due January 1, 2026, under the Asset Purchase Agreement (APA).

• Legal Challenge to Agreement Terms

  Climb Bio filed a declaratory judgment action asserting that its drug candidate, budoprutug, does not constitute a "Product" as defined in the APA, potentially jeopardizing up to $157.5 million in future milestone and royalty payments.

• Alumis to Pursue Remedies

  Alumis intends to pursue all available rights and remedies against Climb Bio, including the $3,000,000 payment with interest, indemnification for legal fees, and other relief.

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This 8-K filing signals a significant legal dispute for Alumis Inc. While the immediate payment in question is $3 million, Climb Bio's declaratory judgment action directly challenges the definition of "Product" within the Asset Purchase Agreement. This could have far-reaching implications, potentially jeopardizing up to $157.5 million in future development, regulatory, and commercial milestones, as well as royalties. The company's intent to vigorously pursue its rights and remedies indicates a potentially protracted legal battle, introducing uncertainty regarding a material revenue stream. Investors should monitor the progress of this litigation closely as the outcome could significantly impact Alumis's financial outlook.