Financial Performance - The Group's revenue for 2024 was USD 14.0 million, a year-on-year decrease of 37.8% from USD 22.5 million in 2023[15] - Gross profit for the year decreased by 10.1% year-on-year to USD 8.4 million[15] - The basic loss per share for 2024 was 11.8 US cents, compared to 4.3 US cents in 2023[15] - For the year ended December 31, 2024, the Group recorded revenue of approximately USD 10.8 million from CAM, a decrease of about 2.7% year-on-year, accounting for approximately 77.1% of total revenue[26] - Revenue from the Group's IC solutions was approximately USD 0.7 million, representing about 5% of total revenue, with a significant decrease of 91.7% compared to 2023 due to the completion of a major sales order[37] - Intelligent sense sales revenue for 2024 was approximately USD 2.5 million, down from USD 3.0 million in 2023, accounting for 17.9% of total revenue[42] - The gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2024, was USD 7.5 million, a decrease of 10.1% compared to 2023, with a gross profit margin of 53.9%[49] - Other income, mainly from government subsidies for research and development, was USD 6.3 million, a decrease of 12.7% compared to 2023[50] - Research and development expenses decreased by 3.2% to USD 10.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, remaining approximately at the same level as the previous year[57] - Selling and distribution expenses increased by 15.3% to USD 1.6 million, primarily due to increased marketing efforts in the intelligent sense business[58] - The Group reported a loss of USD 38.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a loss of USD 14.2 million in 2023, mainly due to losses from associated companies[61] Market and Product Development - The newly developed ultra-wideband (UWB) integrated solution is entering the evaluation stage for the Southeast Asian market[16] - The Group is actively promoting new products across various channels, including operators and hotels, to implement major projects[17] - The Group aims to leverage the European market for IC solutions while expanding into Southeast Asia[21] - The intelligent sensing production line will optimize production and enhance market expansion efforts[22] - Pressure sensing products will collaborate with leading battery manufacturers to expand energy storage scenarios[22] - Health products, such as foot pressure walkways, are being introduced to overseas markets to seek potential opportunities[22] - The Group is actively exploring the new energy sector, developing multi-form products tailored for the European and Southeast Asian markets, with ongoing testing and certification processes[39] - The Group's new generation of CAM shipments increased in 2024, with major European operators driving demand, particularly in German-speaking regions and the Balkan Peninsula[32] - Emerging markets, including Southeast Asia, are being targeted for the development of Ultra Wideband integrated solutions, with collaborations already initiated[33] - The Group aims to leverage the USB CAM project to tap into existing market opportunities among major European operators[97] - The Group is focusing on emerging markets like India and South Africa, promoting products through local distribution channels[97] Governance and Management - The Company has been in compliance with the principles and code provisions set out in the CG Code during the year ended 31 December 2024, except for the separation of the roles of Chairman and CEO[105] - Mr. Huang Xueliang has served as both Chairman and CEO during the year ended 31 December 2024, which the Board believes ensures strong and stable leadership[107] - The Board consists of seven directors, including three executive directors, two non-executive directors, and three independent non-executive directors[111] - The Board held four meetings during the year ended 31 December 2024, fulfilling its obligation to comply with the CG Code[117] - The Company has mechanisms in place to ensure independent views and input are available to the Board, including the appointment of independent non-executive directors[123] - The Board committees, including the Nomination, Remuneration, and Audit Committees, assist in the full performance of corporate governance duties[125] - The Company held one general meeting during the year ended 31 December 2024[117] - The Board is responsible for formulating the Company's business plans, investment plans, and annual budget[112] - The Company will continue to review the implementation and effectiveness of its governance mechanisms annually[123] - There are no financial, business, family, or other material/connected relationships among the Directors[124] - The Nomination Committee conducted an annual review of the Board's structure, number of members, and composition during the year ended December 31, 2024[134] - The Remuneration Committee reviewed the Group's remuneration policy and structure, determining the annual remuneration for Directors and senior management members[149] - The Board reserves the right to approve all major matters, including financial information and material transactions[127] - The daily management and operation of the Group are delegated to senior management, with periodic reviews by the Board[132] Risk Management - The Board is responsible for the risk management and internal control system, assessing the nature and extent of risks the Company is willing to take[184] - The Company has established a risk management workflow covering identification, assessment, response, monitoring, and reporting to systematically manage risks[197] - The risk management structure includes the Board, Audit Committee, and Risk Management Committee to oversee and implement risk management policies[192] - The management is responsible for designing and maintaining an effective risk management and internal control system[184] - The Company aims to improve its risk management system while enhancing its ability to mitigate risks[188] - The risk management process involves identifying risk factors, assessing their likelihood and potential impacts, and adopting measures to address them[197] - The Company provides reasonable assurance that there will be no material misstatements or losses through its risk management systems[185] - The risk management coordinator promotes risk identification and evaluation at the department level and submits reports to the Risk Management Committee[194] Employee and Operational Insights - The Group employed approximately 179 employees as of December 31, 2024, an increase from 158 employees as of December 31, 2023, with 165 based in Mainland China[91] - Total staff costs for the year ended December 31, 2024, amounted to USD 10.4 million, representing 74.1% of the Group's total revenue[91] - The Group's remuneration policy and packages for employees are periodically reviewed to attract and retain qualified personnel[93] - All Directors participated in continuous professional development during the year ended December 31, 2024[160] - Ms. Chen Ying was appointed as an executive Director on August 2, 2024, and confirmed her understanding of her responsibilities[157] - The Board had at least three independent non-executive Directors during the year, ensuring compliance with the Listing Rules[169] - The Company has adopted a code of conduct for securities transactions by Directors, confirming full compliance during the year ended December 31, 2024[170] Audit and Financial Reporting - The Audit Committee held two meetings during the year ended December 31, 2024, to fulfill its responsibilities[155] - The remuneration paid to PricewaterhouseCoopers for audit and review services was USD 316,000 in 2024, an increase from USD 264,000 in 2023[174] - Non-audit services provided by PricewaterhouseCoopers amounted to USD 40,000 in 2024, down from USD 51,000 in 2023[174] - The total auditor's remuneration for 2024 was USD 356,000, compared to USD 315,000 in 2023, reflecting a year-over-year increase of approximately 13%[174] - The Audit Committee received confirmation of the independence and objectivity of the current auditor, PricewaterhouseCoopers[173] - The Directors confirmed their responsibility for preparing the consolidated financial statements for each financial year[176] - The Directors acknowledge their responsibility for preparing consolidated financial statements to provide a true and fair view of the Group's conditions[177] - The Group has applied appropriate accounting policies consistently and followed all applicable accounting standards in preparing the financial statements[182]

Financial Performance - Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $13,975,441, a decrease of 37.5% compared to $22,471,495 in 2023[5] - Gross profit for the same period was $7,528,851, down from $8,376,508, reflecting a decline of 10.1%[5] - Operating loss increased significantly to $15,193,328 from a profit of $7,036,968 in 2023[5] - Loss for the year amounted to $38,872,162, compared to a loss of $14,168,867 in the previous year, representing a 174.5% increase in losses[8] - Basic loss per share attributable to owners of the Company was $0.118, compared to $0.043 in 2023, indicating a significant increase in per-share losses[5] - The Group's loss before income tax for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $38,366,314, compared to a loss of $15,998,453 for the previous year[49] - Basic loss per share increased to $(0.118) in 2024 from $(0.043) in 2023, reflecting a loss attributable to owners of $38,455,888 compared to $13,896,736 in the previous year[68] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets decreased to $151,200,295 from $195,938,925, a reduction of 22.8%[10] - Non-current assets fell to $122,041,973 from $162,036,565, a decline of 24.7%[10] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $19,071,504 from $20,567,731, a drop of 7.2%[10] - Total equity decreased to $130,589,095 from $171,496,978, reflecting a decline of 23.9%[11] - Current liabilities as of December 31, 2024, totaled USD 7,184,247, a decrease from USD 7,385,371 in 2023, reflecting a reduction of approximately 2.7%[12] - Total liabilities decreased to USD 20,611,200 in 2024 from USD 24,441,947 in 2023, representing a decline of about 15.1%[12] - The Group's total equity and liabilities amounted to USD 151,200,295 in 2024, down from USD 195,938,925 in 2023, indicating a decrease of approximately 22.8%[12] Revenue Breakdown - For the year ended December 31, 2024, segment revenue totaled $13,975,441, with external revenue from sales of goods amounting to $13,975,441[47] - Revenue from Conditional Access Modules (CAM) for the year ended 31 December 2024 was approximately USD10.8 million, a decrease of about 2.7% year-on-year, accounting for 77.1% of total revenue[83][84] - Revenue from Customer A increased to $4,761,043 in 2024 from $3,215,149 in 2023, while revenue from Customer B decreased to $1,456,000 from $2,508,000[51] - The European market (excluding Russia) accounted for approximately 76.7% of total CAM sales, with an increase of about 8.1% year-on-year, primarily driven by sales growth in Western Europe[83][84] - Revenue from Russia represented about 1.0% of CAM's total sales, decreasing by approximately 37.3% year-on-year due to political situation impacts[83][84] - Emerging markets contributed approximately 6.2% of total CAM sales, experiencing a significant year-on-year decline of around 50.7%[83][84] - The Mainland China market accounted for approximately 16.2% of total CAM sales, reflecting a year-on-year decrease of around 9.2%[83][84] Expenses and Cost Management - Total expenses, including cost of sales, R&D, selling and distribution, and general and administrative expenses, decreased to $25,751,086 in 2024 from $34,242,903 in 2023[56] - The cost of inventories sold significantly decreased to $5,455,943 in 2024 from $11,781,272 in 2023, indicating improved inventory management[56] - Employee benefits expenses slightly decreased to $10,351,285 in 2024 from $10,690,635 in 2023, reflecting cost control measures[56] - Selling and distribution expenses increased by 15.3% to USD 1.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, primarily due to increased marketing efforts in the intelligent sense business[109] - General and administrative expenses amounted to USD 6.5 million, a decrease of 11.9% compared to last year, mainly due to a reduction in staff expenses[110] Research and Development - Research and development expenses were $10,867,929, slightly down from $11,230,204 in 2023, indicating a focus on maintaining R&D investment despite losses[5] - The Group's R&D expenses were approximately USD2.5 million, representing about 18.0% of total revenue, primarily for IC solutions[92] - Other income, mainly from government subsidies for R&D, was USD6.3 million, a decrease of 12.7% compared to 2023[102] - The Group's intelligent sensing business focused on leading customers, particularly in the new energy battery cell sector, laying a foundation for future growth[97] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The Group's financial statements are prepared in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards, ensuring compliance with local regulations[20] - The Company has adopted the Corporate Governance Code since its listing on 30 March 2016 and has complied with the code provisions except for provision C.2.1 throughout the year ended 31 December 2023[179] - The Company deviated from CG Code provision C.2.1 as the roles of chairman and chief executive are performed by Mr. Huang Xueliang, which the Board believes is necessary for strong leadership and efficient management[182] - The audit committee has reviewed the accounting principles and practices adopted by the Group and discussed financial reporting matters for the year ended December 31, 2024[186] Future Outlook and Strategic Initiatives - The Group is actively exploring the new energy sector, developing energy storage product solutions for the European and Southeast Asian markets[94] - The Group is in the process of evaluating the impact of adopting HKFRS 18 on the consolidated financial statements[32] - The overseas market will complete the product platform switch for all major users, leveraging the USB CAM project to tap into opportunities within the existing market of major European operators[149] - The company will focus on the substantial digital TV user base in emerging markets such as India and South Africa, promoting products through local distribution channels[149] - The IC solutions business will accelerate product safety certifications and establish new product testing projects to create customer demonstration projects[150] - The intelligent sense business will pursue leadership in pressure-sensing products while seeking breakthroughs in light-sensing products[153] Dividend and Shareholder Information - The proposed final dividend for the year ended 31 December 2024 is HK$0.01 (approximately USD0.001) per share, totaling USD418,591, which will be presented at the upcoming annual general meeting[74][75] - The board recommended the distribution of an annual dividend of HK$0.01 per share for the year ended 31 December 2024[159] Miscellaneous - No significant event has occurred after the end of the reporting period and up to the date of this announcement[158] - The Group has not entered into any foreign currency forward contracts or used derivative contracts to hedge against currency exposure risks as of December 31, 2024[140] - The Group has no significant contingent liabilities as of December 31, 2024[136] - There were no material acquisitions or disposals of subsidiaries or associated companies for the year ended December 31, 2024[135]

Revenue Performance - In the first half of 2024, the Group's revenue from CAM sales amounted to approximately US$5.7 million, representing a decrease of 4.3% compared to US$6.0 million in the first half of 2023, accounting for 65.9% of the Group's total revenue[11]. - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Group's revenue was approximately US$8.7 million, a decrease of 22.9% compared to US$11.2 million in the same period of 2023[16]. - Intelligent sense sales revenue reached approximately US$2.2 million, accounting for 25.7% of total revenue, representing a significant increase of 291.6% compared to US$0.6 million in the same period of 2023[15]. - Revenue from IC solutions was approximately US$0.7 million, a decrease of 84.5% from US$4.7 million in the same period of 2023, accounting for 8.4% of total revenue[15]. - The percentage of revenue contribution from customers in sanctioned countries slightly increased compared to the corresponding period in 2023[51]. - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, total external revenue was $8,661,523, a decrease from $11,234,029 for the same period in 2023, representing a decline of approximately 22.8%[95]. Market Analysis - Revenue from the largest market, Europe, accounted for 73.1% of CAM's total sales, with a year-on-year decrease of 9.5% primarily due to a decline in product unit prices[11]. - Sales in the domestic market decreased by 26.1% year-on-year, mainly due to the absence of bulk engineering card orders in the first half of this year compared to the same period last year[11]. - Emerging market sales slightly decreased by 2.6% year-on-year, remaining approximately at the same level as the same period last year[11]. - Order demand in Western and Northern Europe decreased year-on-year, primarily due to slower-than-expected inventory consumption by customers[11]. - The Group's CAM sales in Austria and Eastern Europe increased year-on-year due to increased procurement volume driven by major operators' business development[11]. Financial Performance - Gross profit for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was US$4.3 million, an increase of US$0.4 million, with a gross profit margin of 49.4%, up from 34.1% in the same period of 2023[20]. - The loss for the period ended 30 June 2024 was US$15.1 million, compared to a profit of US$0.3 million in the same period last year, primarily due to increased share of losses from investee companies[23]. - The total comprehensive loss for the period was $15,935,622, which is a substantial increase from the total comprehensive loss of $4,965,630 in the prior year[62]. - The company reported a basic loss per share of $(0.05) for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to a profit of $0.00 for the same period in 2023[141]. - The net loss attributable to the owners of the company for the period was $14,929,101, compared to a profit of $407,100 in the prior year[145]. Expenses and Cost Management - Research and development expenses decreased by 2.8% to US$5.4 million, remaining approximately at the same level as the previous year[21]. - Selling and distribution expenses amounted to US$0.7 million, an increase of 5.0% compared to the same period last year, primarily due to increased marketing activities in the intelligent sense business[23]. - General and administrative expenses decreased by 16% to US$3.1 million compared to the same period last year, mainly due to reduced personnel costs[23]. - Total cost of sales, research and development expenses, selling and distribution expenses, general and administrative expenses, and net impairment losses on financial assets amounted to $13,730,030, down from $17,268,682, indicating a decrease of approximately 20.5%[127]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - As of 30 June 2024, total cash and cash equivalents amounted to US$16.8 million, down from US$20.6 million as of 31 December 2023[25]. - The current ratio as of 30 June 2024 was 591.5%, an increase from 459% as of 31 December 2023[25]. - The net cash used in operating activities was $(2,897,022) USD, a significant improvement compared to $(12,002,774) USD for the same period in 2023, indicating a reduction of approximately 75.8%[68]. - The company’s cash and cash equivalents were reported at $16,838,811, down from $20,567,731 at the end of 2023[58]. Investments and Equity - As of June 30, 2024, the Group held equity securities investments in six unlisted companies with a total fair value of approximately US$24.7 million[27]. - The Group's equity interest in X-Times was diluted from 10% to approximately 4.0% as of June 30, 2024, due to capital injection agreements with independent PRC corporate investors[27]. - The Group considers its investment in X-Times as a strategic investment to broaden its IC solutions business segment[28]. - The Group's total capital contribution to the Hongtai Angel Fund was RMB100,000,000 (approximately USD15.3 million), with the Group holding a 36% equity interest[130]. Corporate Governance - The Company has adopted the Corporate Governance Code and complied with its provisions, except for the separation of the roles of chairman and chief executive[55]. - The dual role arrangement of chairman and chief executive is believed to provide strong leadership and effective business management[55]. - The Board will continue to review and monitor practices to maintain high standards of corporate governance[55]. Future Outlook - The Group's management remains optimistic about future growth opportunities in both domestic and international markets despite current challenges[11]. - The Group will continue to explore new market opportunities and drive business transformation in response to the trends in the global IC industry[30]. - The Group aims to enhance its hard power through investment layout, technology integration, and R&D upgrades to create greater value for shareholders[31].

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was $8,661,523, a decrease of 22.8% compared to $11,234,029 for the same period in 2023[3] - Gross profit increased to $4,280,063, up 11.6% from $3,835,519 in the previous year[3] - Operating loss for the period was $2,424,327, compared to an operating profit of $8,673,805 in the same period last year[3] - Loss before income tax was $15,145,445, significantly higher than the loss of $1,981,684 reported in the prior year[3] - The net loss attributable to owners of the Company was $14,929,101, compared to a profit of $407,100 in the same period of 2023[3] - Total comprehensive losses for the period amounted to $15,935,622, compared to $4,965,630 in the previous year[4] - The basic and diluted loss per share attributable to owners of the Company was $(0.05) for the period, compared to $0.00 in the previous year[3] - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the total cost of sales and expenses amounted to USD 13,730,030, a decrease of 20% from USD 17,268,682 in the same period of 2023[32] - The loss for the period amounted to US$15.1 million, compared to a profit of US$0.3 million in the same period last year[52] Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets decreased to $146,729,173 from $162,036,565 as of December 31, 2023[5] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $16,838,811 from $20,567,731 at the end of 2023[5] - Inventories decreased to $3,494,938 from $4,267,405 as of December 31, 2023[5] - Total equity decreased from $171,496,978 as of December 31, 2023, to $155,144,778 as of June 30, 2024, representing a decline of approximately 9.5%[6] - Retained earnings fell from $91,067,419 to $76,138,318, a decrease of about 16.4%[6] - Total liabilities decreased from $24,441,947 to $20,600,327, reflecting a reduction of approximately 15.5%[6] - Non-current liabilities increased significantly, with lease liabilities rising from $270,670 to $882,957, an increase of about 226.5%[6] - Trade payables decreased from $768,202 to $672,197, a decline of approximately 12.5%[6] - The Group's total equity and liabilities amounted to $175,745,105 as of June 30, 2024, down from $195,938,925 as of December 31, 2023, indicating a decrease of about 10.3%[6] Segment Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, external revenue totaled $8,661,523, with contributions of $5,703,739 from CAM and $2,228,633 from intelligent sensing[23] - The segment results showed an adjusted loss before tax of $12,983,736, with CAM reporting a profit of $1,574,592 and intelligent sensing a loss of $1,036,395[23] - Segment assets as of June 30, 2024, amounted to $137,510,048, with CAM holding $11,555,556 and intelligent sensing $2,836,582[25] - Revenue from the largest market, Europe, accounted for 73.1% of CAM's total sales, with a year-on-year decrease of 9.5% primarily due to a decline in product unit prices[40] - The Group's intelligent sense sales revenue was approximately US$2.2 million in the first half of 2024, an increase from US$0.6 million in the same period of 2023, accounting for 25.7% of total revenue[44] - Revenue from IC solutions was approximately US$0.7 million in the first half of 2024, representing a decrease of 84.5% compared to US$4.7 million in the first half of 2023, accounting for 8.4% of total revenue[44] Research and Development - The Group's R&D expenditure amounted to approximately US$2.6 million, primarily for staff costs and asset depreciation and amortization[44] - Research and development expenses decreased by 2.8% to US$5.4 million, remaining approximately at the same level as the previous year[49][50] - The Group plans to continue investing resources in IC solutions to promote the marketization process of new revenue growth points[44] - The Group is focused on optimizing the consumer electronics production line for health-related safety testing to improve product quality rate and delivery capabilities[63] Governance and Compliance - The Group maintains a public float of no less than 25% under the Listing Rules as of the announcement date[72] - The Group has complied with the Corporate Governance Code except for the separation of the roles of chairman and chief executive[74] - All Directors have complied with the required standards set out in the Model Code during the six months ended June 30, 2024[79] - The unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial information for the six months ended 30 June 2024 has not been reviewed by the Company's external auditor[80] Future Outlook - The Group aims to secure orders in the domestic market for the Simple TV Project in the fourth quarter, while promoting a full product series[60] - The Group plans to leverage the 8K broadcast opportunity to expedite the initiation of the switching project for state-secret cards[60] - The Group will enhance market research and customer needs exploration for its IC solutions business, aiming for diverse application scenarios in chip products[61] - The Group is actively monitoring industry trends and communicating with operators to uncover new market opportunities[42]

Financial Performance - The Group's revenue for 2023 was US$22.5 million, a decrease of 23.6% compared to US$29.4 million in 2022[14] - Gross profit for the year decreased by 31.0% year-on-year to US$8.4 million[14] - Basic loss per share for the year was US 4.3 cents, compared to basic earnings per share of US 17.9 cents in 2022[14] - For the year ended December 31, 2023, the Group recorded revenue of approximately USD14.1 million from CAM, an increase of about 2.8% year-on-year, accounting for approximately 62.5% of the Group's total revenue[32] - Revenue from the Group's cloud services was approximately USD0.9 million, representing a decrease of around 75.6% year-on-year due to the completion of a major service contract in 2023[46] - Revenue from the Group's IC solutions was approximately USD7.5 million, representing approximately 33.2% of the total revenue[47] - The Group reported a loss of USD 14.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to a profit of USD 57.1 million in 2022, primarily due to the absence of a one-off gain from the disposal of subsidiaries[70] Dividends and Shareholder Value - The Board proposed a final dividend of US0.1 cent, totaling US$415,743[14] - The Group aims to expand its business in 2024 to create greater value for shareholders[19] - The Group is focused on creating greater value for shareholders through prudent investment strategies and stable financial fundamentals[115] Market and Product Development - The Group's subsidiary, SMIT Shenzhen, was recognized as an "Innovative Small and Medium-sized Enterprise" and a "Specialised, Refined, Featured and Original Small and Medium-sized Enterprise" by the Shenzhen government[15] - New product lines in pressure sensors and optical sensors are currently undergoing field tests to prepare for mass production[16] - The Group plans to leverage domestic market opportunities by promoting USB Dongle as a hardware alternative and aims for implementation in local media networks[17] - The integrated circuit solutions business will continue to develop smart sensing solutions and collaborate closely with leading companies in the automotive and consumer electronics sectors[18] - The Group's smart sensing solution production line continued to innovate, with a full range of optical sensors unveiled at major exhibitions[48] - The Group is focused on the development and promotion of smart sensing solutions, particularly in pressure distribution detection tools, targeting the automotive industry and consumer electronics[114] Financial Position and Cash Flow - As of December 31, 2023, total cash and cash equivalents amounted to USD 20.6 million, down from USD 48.2 million in 2022, with a current ratio of 459.0%[72] - The Group's net current assets were USD 26.5 million as of December 31, 2023, compared to USD 25.4 million in the previous year[72] - As of December 31, 2023, the Group had no bank borrowings, down from USD 16.9 million in 2022, and lease liabilities of USD 0.9 million, reduced from USD 1.7 million in 2022[78] - The Group's gearing ratio was 0% as of December 31, 2023, compared to 9% in 2022[78] - The Group held equity securities investments in six unlisted companies, with a fair value of approximately USD 24.8 million as of December 31, 2023, compared to USD 25.0 million in 2022[80] Research and Development - Research and development expenses for IC solutions were approximately USD7.0 million, representing approximately 31.3% of the total revenue[47] - Research and development expenses decreased by 70.5% to USD 11.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, primarily due to the disposal of two major subsidiaries in the fourth quarter of 2022[62] - The Group is leveraging its research and development resources to ensure continuous training for employees, enhancing their technical and management skills[105] Governance and Board Structure - The Board consists of seven directors, including two executive directors, two non-executive directors, and three independent non-executive directors[126] - The Board held four meetings during the year ended December 31, 2023, and is obliged to hold at least four regular meetings in the forthcoming year[133] - The Company is committed to complying with the Corporate Governance Code and will continue to review its governance mechanisms annually[134] - The Nomination Committee conducted an annual review of the Board's structure, number of members, and composition, assessing the independence of independent non-executive Directors[152] Audit and Compliance - The Audit Committee held two meetings during the year ended December 31, 2023, to fulfill its responsibilities[174] - The remuneration paid to PricewaterhouseCoopers for audit and review services in 2023 was USD 264,000, a decrease from USD 312,000 in 2022[194] - The total auditor's remuneration for 2023 was USD 315,000, compared to USD 398,000 in 2022, reflecting a reduction of approximately 20.8%[194] - The Company has adopted a code of conduct for securities transactions that meets or exceeds the required standards under the Model Code[189] Employee and Talent Management - Staff costs for the year ended December 31, 2023, totaled USD 10.7 million, accounting for 47.6% of the Group's total revenue[99] - The Group employed approximately 158 employees as of December 31, 2023, down from 171 employees in 2022[99] - The Group is addressing the critical talent shortage and potential threats to intellectual property security while navigating a competitive industry landscape[106] - The Group's remuneration policy and employee training programs are regularly reviewed to attract and retain qualified personnel[105]

Financial Performance - For the year ended December 31, 2023, the total revenue was USD 22,471,495, a decrease of 23.6% compared to USD 29,410,713 in 2022[6] - Gross profit for the same period was USD 8,376,508, down 30.5% from USD 12,138,780 in 2022[6] - Operating profit significantly decreased to USD 7,036,968 from USD 75,186,985, reflecting a decline of 90.6%[6] - The net loss for the year was USD 14,168,867, compared to a profit of USD 57,112,673 in the previous year, marking a substantial turnaround[6] - Basic loss per share attributable to owners of the Company was USD (0.043), compared to earnings of USD 0.179 per share in 2022[6] - Total comprehensive loss for the year was $16,293,239, a stark contrast to the total comprehensive income of $49,614,359 in the previous year[21] - The company reported a loss of $14,168,867 for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to a profit of $57,112,673 in 2022, indicating a significant decline in performance[21] - The segment results showed a total loss of USD (11,301,488) for the year, with significant losses in the Rapid verification systems and IC solutions segments[110] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of December 31, 2023, were USD 195,938,925, down from USD 247,235,256 in 2022, indicating a decrease of 20.7%[10] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to USD 20,567,731 from USD 48,232,794, a decline of 57.3%[10] - Non-current assets decreased to USD 162,036,565 from USD 184,908,893, reflecting a reduction of 12.3%[10] - Current liabilities decreased to $7,385,371 in 2023 from $36,916,859 in 2022, reflecting a reduction in trade payables and contract liabilities[26] - Total liabilities dropped to $24,441,947 in 2023, down from $59,650,536 in 2022, indicating improved financial stability[26] - The company’s total equity and liabilities stood at $195,938,925 as of December 31, 2023, compared to $247,235,256 in 2022[26] Expenses and Income - The Company reported a significant reduction in research and development expenses to USD (11,230,204) from USD (38,114,876), a decrease of 70.5%[6] - Corporate and unallocated expenses for the year ended December 31, 2023, were USD (4,893,455), compared to USD (4,691,674) in 2022, indicating an increase in unallocated expenses[91] - The cost of sales, research and development expenses, selling and distribution expenses, and general and administrative expenses totaled USD 34,242,903, down from USD 68,570,890 in 2022, indicating a reduction of about 50%[117] - The company recognized other income and gains of USD 11,588,046 during the year, compared to USD 87,903,040 in 2022, reflecting a significant decrease[115] - The company reported other income of USD 6,878,347 from government grants for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to USD 26,394,555 in the previous year[93] Market and Segment Performance - The company has identified four reportable segments: CAM, rapid verification systems and software, cloud services, and IC solutions, which are regularly reviewed by the chief operating decision maker[81] - For the year ended 31 December 2023, the Group recorded revenue of approximately USD 14.1 million from CAM, an increase of about 2.8% year-on-year, accounting for around 62.5% of the Group's total revenue[140] - The European market (excluding Russia) accounted for approximately 54.4% of total CAM sales, with revenue decreasing about 16.3% year-on-year[140] - The Mainland China market contributed approximately 34.9% of total CAM sales, representing an increase of around 132.9% year-on-year[140] - The Group's cloud service business, initiated in 2020, provides remote verification computing power services through centralized deployment of integrated circuit design verification tools[170] - The Group's revenue from emerging markets declined year-on-year, primarily due to reduced demand from Uzbekistan, Saxony, and African operators[166] - The Group's operations in emerging markets faced a decline in sales, particularly in Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Africa, due to reduced demand[195] Future Outlook and Strategic Plans - The company plans to hold its 2024 Annual General Meeting on May 31, 2024, where it will discuss future strategies and performance outlook[29] - The company plans to continue focusing on market expansion and new product development to improve future performance[107] - The Group's engineering card sales in the domestic market are expected to further increase in 2024, focusing on localization projects by satellite retransmission operators[168] - A new network IP platform with a full-service solution is in progress and is expected to be implemented in the first batch of two major provincial broadcasters[198] Taxation and Financial Adjustments - The effective tax rate for Hong Kong profits tax remained at 16.5% for both 2023 and 2022[100] - The income tax expense changed from a tax expense of USD 10.1 million in 2022 to an income tax credit of USD 1.8 million in 2023, mainly due to over-provisioning in the previous year[187] - Current income tax for the year included an over-provision from the prior year amounting to USD (1,738,429) in 2023, compared to a provision of USD 5,264,948 in 2022[121] Shareholder Information - The proposed final dividend per share remained at HKD 0.01 (approximately USD 0.001) for both 2023 and 2022, with total dividends of USD 415,743 for 2023 compared to USD 409,099 for 2022[126] - The proposed final dividend for the year ended 31 December 2023 is HK$0.01 (approximately USD0.001) per share, totaling USD415,743[145] - The weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue increased to 322,751,966 in 2023 from 320,356,163 in 2022[123]

Financial Performance - The Group's revenue decreased by 29.1% compared to the same period in 2022, primarily due to a decline in revenue from the IC solutions segment[1]. - Gross profit for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was US$3.8 million, down US$3.3 million from the same period in 2022, with a gross profit margin of 34.1% compared to 44.9% in 2022[2][4]. - Profit for the period amounted to US$0.3 million, representing a turnaround compared to the same period in 2022, mainly due to a one-off gain on deemed disposal of an associate[8]. - For the six months ended June 30, 2023, the total comprehensive loss was USD 4,965,630, compared to a loss of USD 9,630,930 for the same period in 2022, indicating a significant improvement[59]. - The company reported a profit of USD 407,100 for the period, contrasting with a loss of USD 4,669,870 in the previous year, marking a turnaround in performance[59]. - The company reported a profit of USD 280,005 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to a loss of USD 4,660,077 in the same period last year[176]. - The total comprehensive loss attributable to owners of the company was USD 4,787,151, compared to USD 9,630,930 in the previous year[176]. Expenses and Cost Management - Research and development expenses decreased by 72.1% to US$5.5 million compared to the same period last year, mainly due to the disposal of two major subsidiaries in the IC solutions business[3][5]. - Selling and distribution expenses amounted to US$0.6 million, representing a decrease of 23.0% compared to the same period last year[8]. - General and administrative expenses decreased by 33.1% to US$3.7 million compared to the same period last year[8]. - The Group's total staff costs for the six months ended June 30, 2023, amounted to US$5.3 million, accounting for 47.2% of total revenue[14]. - The company reported finance costs of USD 251,014 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to USD 712,009 in the same period of 2022, indicating a reduction in financing expenses[192]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - As of June 30, 2023, total cash and cash equivalents amounted to US$22.9 million, down from US$48.2 million as of December 31, 2022[10]. - The total cash and cash equivalents at June 30, 2023, were $22,913,019, down from $34,596,630 at the end of June 2022[75]. - For the six months ended June 30, 2023, the net cash used in operating activities was $(12,002,774), compared to a net cash generated of $15,448,045 for the same period in 2022[75]. - The net cash used in financing activities was $(12,968,876), compared to a net cash generated of $2,717,890 in the same period last year[75]. - Cash flows from investing activities generated a net cash of $648,454, contrasting with a net cash used of $(1,493,931) in the prior year[75]. Assets and Liabilities - The Group's net current assets were US$37.4 million as of June 30, 2023, compared to US$62.3 million as of December 31, 2022, with a current ratio of 302.2%[10]. - Total liabilities as of June 30, 2023, were USD 31,788,656, down from USD 59,650,536 at the end of 2022, a reduction of approximately 46.8%[150]. - The balance at June 30, 2023, showed total equity of USD 182,348,758, compared to USD 138,374,511 at the beginning of the year, reflecting an increase of approximately 31.8%[59]. - The Group's total assets as of June 30, 2023, were USD 214,137,414, down from USD 247,235,256 as of December 31, 2022, indicating a decrease of approximately 13.4%[193]. Investments and Shareholding - As of June 30, 2023, the Group had equity securities investments in six unlisted companies with a fair value of approximately US$24.4 million, down from US$25.0 million as of December 31, 2022[12]. - The Group's equity interest in X-Times Design Automation Co., LTD was diluted from 10% to approximately 4.2% due to capital injection agreements with independent investors, with a fair value of US$14,951,641 as of June 30, 2023, representing 7% of the Group's total assets[12]. - The shareholding structure indicates significant concentration, with the top two shareholders holding over 55% of the total shares[45]. - As of June 30, 2023, Mr. Huang Xueliang holds a beneficial interest in 183,874,468 shares, representing approximately 57.40% of the Company[29]. - The company has adopted a share incentive plan to acknowledge contributions from employees and directors, which may impact future financial performance positively[66]. Market and Strategic Initiatives - The Group actively participates in industry exchanges to grasp cutting-edge dynamics and mobilizes supply chain resources to explore new growth points[18]. - The Group is focusing on chip design and application development as its core direction, aiming to optimize cost structures and improve management efficiency to overcome future business challenges[30]. - In the integrated circuit solution business, the Group aims to leverage the advantages of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area to explore new cooperation opportunities and enhance market penetration of new product lines[26]. - The Group is currently assessing the impact of amended standards and interpretations, but it is uncertain whether they will significantly affect operational performance and financial position[108]. Risk Management - The risk management committee was established to monitor sanctions risks and ensure compliance with internal control procedures[169]. - The Group conducted customer due diligence to assess sanctions risks before engaging in business opportunities in sanctioned countries[170]. - No exposure to sanctions risks was discovered by the risk management committee during the six months ended June 30, 2023[171]. - The Group's financial risk exposure includes market risk (foreign exchange risk and interest rate risk), credit risk, and liquidity risk[104]. Governance and Compliance - The Company has complied with the Corporate Governance Code provisions except for provision A.2.1 regarding the separation of the roles of chairman and chief executive[141]. - The Audit Committee has reviewed the unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial information for the six months ended June 30, 2023[144]. - The Group's governance practices will continue to be reviewed to maintain high standards of corporate governance[141].

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Financial Performance - The Group recorded revenue of USD 29.4 million for 2022, a year-on-year decrease of 18.9% from USD 36.2 million in 2021[13]. - Gross profit for the year decreased by 29.1% year-on-year to USD 12.1 million[13]. - Basic earnings per share for the year was USD 17.9 cents, compared to USD 3.1 cents in 2021[13]. - For the year ended December 31, 2022, the Group recorded revenue of approximately USD 13.7 million from CAM, a decrease of about 35.2% year-on-year, accounting for approximately 46.5% of the Group's total revenue[35]. - Revenue from the Group's cloud services was approximately USD3.9 million, accounting for approximately 13.2% of total revenue, which is a decrease of around 3.9% year-on-year[49]. - Revenue from the Group's IC solutions was approximately USD11.9 million, representing approximately 40.3% of total revenue, with a year-on-year increase of 6.7%[52]. - The Group's profit for the year ended December 31, 2022, was USD57.1 million, a significant increase from USD9.9 million in the previous year, primarily due to gains from the sale of a subsidiary[73]. - Other income, mainly from government subsidies in research and development, was USD26.4 million, a decrease of 10.3% compared to 2021[61]. Market and Business Strategy - The Group will continue to focus on integrated circuit design solutions and explore new technologies and products in areas such as smart sensing technology solutions[17]. - The Group is actively developing cloud service and integrated circuit ("IC") solutions as new business lines[37]. - The Group aims to enhance operational management and industry integration while improving research and development levels to consolidate its position in the industry[27]. - The Group is innovating within the USB dongle product series and has secured orders from multiple cable operators in the domestic market[44]. - The Group aims to capture existing market share in the domestic cable network market and is exploring new product opportunities such as USB CAM[111]. - The Group will continue to explore product development and market expansion in the chip design field to seek solid and stable market growth points[113]. Research and Development - The Board resolved to scale down and cease the research and development of electronic design automation (EDA) products when appropriate, while remaining optimistic about the EDA industry's long-term prospects[16]. - Research and development expenses were approximately USD35.4 million, representing approximately 118.1% of total revenue, indicating a significant investment in innovation[52]. - The Group will improve its R&D incentive system and strengthen project development and management to establish a mature intellectual property system[115]. Financial Position and Cash Flow - As of December 31, 2022, the total cash and cash equivalents amounted to USD 48.2 million, an increase from USD 18.8 million as of December 31, 2021[78]. - The net current assets recorded were USD 25.4 million, up from USD 12.3 million in the previous year[78]. - The current ratio improved to 168.8% as of December 31, 2022, compared to 130.6% a year earlier[78]. - Bank borrowings decreased to USD 16.9 million from USD 28.4 million in 2021, while lease liabilities also fell to USD 1.7 million from USD 2.6 million[79]. - The gearing ratio was 9% as of December 31, 2022, down from 20.5% in the previous year[79]. Governance and Board Structure - The Board consists of seven directors, including two executive directors, two non-executive directors, and three independent non-executive directors[128]. - The Board is responsible for the overall leadership of the Group and monitors business performance and strategic decisions[129]. - Mr. Huang Xueliang serves as both Chairman and CEO, which the Board believes will provide strong and stable leadership for the Group[123]. - The Company has been in compliance with the principles and code provisions set out in the Corporate Governance Code during the year ended 31 December 2022[121]. - The Nomination Committee held one meeting to review the Board's structure, number, and composition, and assess the independence of non-executive Directors[155]. Audit and Compliance - The Audit Committee held two meetings in the year ended December 31, 2022, focusing on the integrity of financial statements and the effectiveness of risk management systems[177][179]. - The auditor's remuneration for audit and review services in 2022 was USD 312,000, a decrease of 38.8% from USD 510,000 in 2021[195]. - The total remuneration paid to the auditor and its affiliates was USD 398,000 in 2022, down 26.0% from USD 538,000 in 2021[195]. - The Company has mechanisms in place for independent professional advice to assist Directors in discharging their duties[138]. - The Company has not identified any significant uncertainties that may impact its ongoing operations[198].

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