亚势备份(08290)发布截至2025年6月30日止六个月业绩，收益1890万港元，同比下降8.2%;净亏损18.1万 港元，同比收窄85.1%;每股基本亏损0.01港仙。 期内，亏损减少乃主要由于外币银行结余升值所产生的汇兑收益增加;优化市场策略导致市场营销及广 告开支减少;及因员工平均人数减少令员工成本下降，但部分被线上备份业务的收益因全球经济整体疲 软及对公司服务的需求疲弱而减少所抵销。 ...

期内，亏损减少乃主要由于外币银行结余升值所产生的汇兑收益增加;优化市场策略导致市场营销及广 告开支减少;及因员工平均人数减少令员工成本下降，但部分被线上备份业务的收益因全球经济整体疲 软及对公司服务的需求疲弱而减少所抵销。 智通财经APP讯，亚势备份(08290)发布截至2025年6月30日止六个月业绩，收益1890万港元，同比下降 8.2%;净亏损18.1万港元，同比收窄85.1%;每股基本亏损0.01港仙。 ...

Ahsay Backup Software Development Company Limited 亞勢備份軟件開發有限公司 （於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司） （股份代號：8290） 截至二零二五年六月三十日止六個月 之中期業績公告 – 1 – 財務摘要 截至二零二五年六月三十日止六個月之中期業績 本 公 司 董 事 會（「董事會」）謹 此 宣 佈 本 公 司 及 其 附 屬 公 司（統 稱「本集團」）下 列截至二零二五年六月三十日止六個月之未經審核簡明綜合業績，連同二零 二四年同期之未經審核比較數字如下。 – 2 – 香港聯合交易所有限公司（「聯交所」）GEM之特色 GEM的定位，乃為中小型公司提供一個上市的市場，此等公司相比起其他在 聯交所上市的公司帶有較高投資風險。有意投資者應了解投資於該等公司的 潛在風險，並應經過審慎周詳的考慮後方作出投資決定。 由於GEM上市公司普遍為中小型公司，在GEM買賣的證券可能會較於主板買 賣之證券承受較大的市場波動風險，同時無法保證在GEM買賣的證券會有高 流通量的市場。 香港交易及結算所有限公司及聯交所對本公告的內容概不負責，對其準確性 或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確 ...

致：香港交易及結算所有限公司 股份發行人及根據《上市規則》第十九B章上市的香港預託證券發行人的證券變動月報表 截至月份: 2025年7月31日 狀態: 新提交 公司名稱: 亞勢備份軟件開發有限公司 呈交日期: 2025年8月1日 I. 法定/註冊股本變動 | 1. 股份分類 | 普通股 | 股份類別 | 不適用 | | | 於香港聯交所上市 (註1) | | 是 | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 證券代號 (如上市) | 08290 | 說明 | 普通股 | | | | | | | | | | 法定/註冊股份數目 | | | 面值 | | | 法定/註冊股本 | | | 上月底結存 | | | 10,000,000,000 | HKD | | 0.01 | HKD | | 100,000,000 | | 增加 / 減少 (-) | | | | | | | HKD | | | | 本月底結存 | | | 10,000,000,000 | HKD | | 0.01 | HKD | | 100,000,000 | ...

Financial Performance - The group recorded revenue of approximately HKD 40.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of about 4.1% from HKD 41.7 million in the previous year[8]. - The group reported a loss attributable to equity holders of approximately HKD 2.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a profit of approximately HKD 2.6 million in the previous year[8]. - Revenue from online backup services decreased by approximately HKD 1.5 million or 4.1%, from about HKD 36.4 million in 2023 to approximately HKD 34.9 million in 2024[12]. - Revenue from the information platform business slightly decreased by about HKD 0.1 million or 1.9%, from approximately HKD 5.2 million in 2023 to about HKD 5.1 million in 2024[12]. - For the year ended December 31, 2024, total revenue was approximately HKD 40.0 million, a decrease of approximately 4.1% from HKD 41.7 million in 2023[26]. - The decline in revenue was primarily due to the overall weakness of the global economy and a lag in demand for the company's services[27]. Product and Service Development - The group plans to enhance the functionality of the AhsayTM Backup Software version 9 to strengthen its customer base[9]. - The new version of AhsayTM backup software, Version 9, includes significant improvements such as "deduplication" and "immutable backups" to enhance data protection and user experience[21]. - The company has developed an information platform, KINBOY, which provides online access to horse racing information, with subscription services divided into free and paid tiers[23]. - The company anticipates stable growth in its information platform segment, driven by enhanced multimedia features and AI tools for horse racing predictions[25]. Sales and Marketing Strategy - The group will conduct more marketing activities to improve communication with potential customers and seek business opportunities[9]. - The company is investing in new technology development, allocating $EE million towards R&D initiatives[53]. - A new marketing strategy has been implemented, aiming to increase brand awareness and customer engagement by GG%[53]. Employee and Operational Costs - Employee costs decreased by approximately HKD 0.9 million or 3.0% from about HKD 29.9 million for the year ending December 31, 2023, to approximately HKD 29.0 million for the year ending December 31, 2024[30]. - The total employee and director costs for the year ending December 31, 2024, were approximately HKD 29.0 million, a decrease of about HKD 0.9 million or 3.0% compared to the previous year[44]. - The group had 68 employees as of December 31, 2024, compared to 65 employees in the previous year[44]. Corporate Governance - The board of directors has been in place for over nine years, providing independent advice and opinions[58][59]. - The company has adopted a general dividend policy aimed at providing shareholders with a share of the group's profits[71]. - The board will consider various factors before recommending any dividend payments, including the group's actual and expected financial performance and operational funding needs[73]. - The company has established a governance structure to oversee ESG matters and ensure effective implementation of related policies[182]. - The board consists of three executive directors, one non-executive director, and three independent non-executive directors as of the reporting date[128]. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Initiatives - The board of directors emphasizes the importance of strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance for sustainable business development[182]. - The company aims to achieve zero accidents and provide a healthy working environment for employees, highlighting the significance of development and training for long-term sustainability[190]. - The company is committed to maintaining high quality and standards in its developed products to enhance customer experience[190]. - The company has implemented various waste management programs, including recycling of glass, paper, and metals, with a focus on reducing paper waste[197]. - The company has committed to environmental protection as part of its corporate responsibility, emphasizing sustainability in its operations[197]. Shareholder and Market Information - The issued share capital of the company as of December 31, 2024, was HKD 20.0 million, divided into 2,000,000,000 shares with a par value of HKD 0.01 each[38]. - The largest customer accounted for approximately 5% of total revenue, while the top five customers collectively represented about 13% of total revenue for the year ending December 31, 2023[80]. - Major shareholders include All Divine, Able Future, and individual shareholders, all holding 75% of the total shares[111]. - The company has maintained a public float of at least 25% of its issued share capital as of the report date[117]. Audit and Compliance - The financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2024, were audited by Ernst & Young, who will retire at the upcoming annual general meeting but are eligible for reappointment[123]. - The company has established a risk management and internal control system, which was reviewed and deemed effective by the board and its committees for the year ending December 31, 2024[163]. - The independent non-executive directors have reviewed the related party transactions and confirmed their fairness and compliance with regulations[104]. Future Outlook - The company provided guidance for the next fiscal year, projecting revenue growth of BB% and aiming for a total revenue of $CC million[53]. - Market expansion efforts are underway, targeting new regions with a projected market size of $FF billion[53]. - The company is considering strategic acquisitions to enhance its market position, with potential targets identified in the industry[53].

Financial Performance - The group's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was approximately HKD 40.0 million, a decrease of about 4.1% from approximately HKD 41.7 million in the previous year[6] - The loss attributable to equity holders of the parent company for the year ended December 31, 2024, was approximately HKD 2.2 million, compared to a profit of approximately HKD 2.6 million in the previous year[6] - Basic and diluted loss per share for the year ended December 31, 2024, was HKD 0.11[6] - The net loss for the year was HKD 2,187,000, contributing to a total comprehensive loss of HKD 2,989,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024[9] - The group recorded revenue of approximately HKD 40.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of about 4.1% compared to HKD 41.7 million in the previous year[52] - The group reported a loss attributable to equity holders of approximately HKD 2.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a profit of approximately HKD 2.6 million in the previous year[52] Segment Performance - The online backup software and related services segment recorded a loss of approximately HKD 4.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 3.2 million in the previous year[6] - The information platform segment reported a profit of approximately HKD 0.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, down from HKD 1.1 million in the previous year[6] - Revenue from online backup software and related services fell from approximately HKD 36.4 million in 2023 to about HKD 34.9 million in 2024, a decrease of about HKD 1.5 million or 4.1%[44] - Revenue from the information platform slightly decreased from approximately HKD 5.2 million in 2023 to about HKD 5.1 million in 2024, a decline of about HKD 0.1 million or 1.9%[44] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets less current liabilities as of December 31, 2024, amounted to HKD 60.5 million, compared to HKD 59.1 million in the previous year[8] - The group's net assets as of December 31, 2024, were HKD 54.9 million, down from HKD 57.9 million in the previous year[8] - The group's cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2024, were HKD 54.9 million, a decrease from HKD 62.3 million in the previous year[8] - The total liabilities of the group as of December 31, 2024, were HKD 5.6 million, compared to HKD 1.2 million in the previous year[8] - Total assets as of December 31, 2024, amounted to HKD 76,145,000, a decrease from HKD 78,943,000 as of December 31, 2023[27] - The total liabilities for the segments as of December 31, 2024, were HKD 21,210,000, an increase from HKD 21,019,000 in 2023[30] Operational Highlights - The company’s primary business involves providing online backup software solutions, which remains its core operational focus[13] - The company has developed an information platform, KINBOY, which provides online access to horse racing information, with a subscription service divided into free and paid tiers[49] - The KINBOY platform introduced an "AI Tips" feature for horse racing predictions, leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence[49] Employee and Expenses - Employee costs and related expenses totaled HKD 29,032 thousand in 2024, down from HKD 29,869 thousand in 2023[6] - Other expenses increased by approximately HKD 0.9 million or 6.6% to about HKD 14.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, primarily due to increased advertising and marketing expenses[58] - The total employee and director costs for the year ended December 31, 2024, amounted to approximately HKD 29.0 million, a decrease of about HKD 0.9 million or 3.0% compared to the same period in 2023[70] Strategic Outlook - The company plans to enhance the functionality of its AhsayTM backup software version 9 to strengthen its customer base[45] - The company will continue to manage its financial position prudently and flexibly in response to market fluctuations[45] - The company plans to expand its market presence in Southeast Asia, targeting a 25% increase in market share by the end of 2025[86] - A strategic acquisition of a smaller tech firm is in progress, expected to enhance product offerings and increase customer base by 15%[86] - The company is investing 5 million in R&D for new technologies aimed at improving backup software efficiency[86] Governance and Compliance - The company’s financial statements were prepared in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards, ensuring compliance with local regulations[14] - The company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance and has adopted relevant principles from the GEM Listing Rules[77] Dividend Policy - The board of directors did not recommend the payment of any dividend for the year ended December 31, 2024[6] - The company did not declare or propose any dividends for both years[38] - The company has not declared any dividends for the year ended December 31, 2024[75]

Financial Performance - The group's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 20.6 million, a decrease of about 2.8% compared to HKD 21.2 million for the same period in 2023[2] - The loss attributable to equity holders of the parent company for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 1.2 million, compared to a profit of approximately HKD 2.1 million for the same period in 2023[2] - The online backup software and related services segment recorded a loss of approximately HKD 2.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 2.1 million for the same period in 2023[2] - The information platform segment reported a profit of approximately HKD 0.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, down from HKD 1.0 million for the same period in 2023[2] - Basic and diluted loss per share for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD 0.06, compared to a profit of HKD 0.10 for the same period in 2023[4] - The company reported a total comprehensive loss of HKD 1,850 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 2,057 million in the previous period, indicating a reduction in losses by about 10.09%[6] Assets and Liabilities - Total non-current assets as of June 30, 2024, amounted to approximately HKD 10.8 million, down from HKD 12.9 million as of December 31, 2023[5] - Current assets totaled approximately HKD 61.7 million as of June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 66.1 million as of December 31, 2023[5] - Net assets as of June 30, 2024, were approximately HKD 56.1 million, a decrease from HKD 57.9 million as of December 31, 2023[5] - The total equity attributable to equity holders of the parent company was HKD 56.1 million as of June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 57.9 million as of December 31, 2023[5] - The total assets as of June 30, 2024, were HKD 72,525,000, down from HKD 78,943,000 as of December 31, 2023, indicating a decrease of about 8.14%[16] - The total liabilities for the reporting segments were HKD 16,451,000 as of June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 21,019,000 as of December 31, 2023, a reduction of approximately 21.73%[16] Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2024, the company has issued 2 billion shares with a par value of HKD 0.01 per share[36] - Major shareholders, including Mr. Zhuang Jingfan and his family, collectively hold 75% of the company's issued shares through All Divine Investments Limited[44] - All Divine holds 1,500,000,000 shares, representing 75.0% of the total issued shares of 2,000,000,000 as of June 30, 2024[46] Expenses and Costs - Employee costs and related expenses totaled HKD 15,183,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 14,750,000 in 2023, an increase of about 2.93%[18] - Advertising and marketing expenses increased significantly to HKD 820,000 in 2024 from HKD 247,000 in 2023, representing a rise of approximately 231.17%[19] - The total employee and director costs for the six months ended June 30, 2024, amounted to approximately HKD 14.9 million, an increase of about HKD 0.2 million compared to the same period in 2023[52] Revenue Breakdown - The segment revenue from software licensing was HKD 1,097,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, up from HKD 1,035,000 in 2023, reflecting an increase of 6.00%[15] - The revenue from software maintenance services decreased to HKD 8,731,000 in 2024 from HKD 9,211,000 in 2023, a decline of approximately 5.20%[15] - Revenue from online backup software and related services decreased from approximately HKD 18.2 million to approximately HKD 17.9 million, a reduction of about HKD 0.3 million or 1.6%[40] - Revenue from the information platform decreased from approximately HKD 2.9 million to approximately HKD 2.7 million, a decline of about HKD 0.2 million or 6.9%[40] Strategic Focus - The company continues to focus on online backup software solutions, leveraging its subsidiaries to enhance service offerings[8] - The company is focusing on promotional activities and marketing to retain target customers amid fierce competition and uncertain market conditions[40] - The information platform segment is expected to experience stable growth in the future[42] - The company has launched the ninth version of its AhsayTM backup software, which includes features such as deduplication and immutable backups to enhance data protection and storage management[41] - The KINBOY platform has introduced an AI tips feature for horse racing predictions, leveraging data analysis to improve user experience[42] Compliance and Governance - The financial statements were prepared in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards, ensuring compliance with local regulations[9] - The audit committee has reviewed the interim financial information for the six months ended June 30, 2024, and confirmed compliance with applicable accounting standards and GEM listing rules[54] - The company has not engaged in supplier financing arrangements, which simplifies its financial disclosures and risk assessments[12] Dividend Information - The board of directors did not recommend the payment of a dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2024[2] - The company did not declare or propose any dividends to ordinary shareholders for the six months ended June 30, 2024[23] Other Financial Highlights - The company maintained a net cash position as of June 30, 2024, with current assets of approximately HKD 61.7 million, compared to HKD 66.1 million as of December 31, 2023[34] - Trade receivables increased to approximately HKD 2.33 million as of June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 1.86 million as of December 31, 2023[25] - Other income rose by approximately HKD 0.2 million or 20.0% to approximately HKD 1.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, primarily due to increased bank interest income from converting HKD time deposits to USD[29] - The net loss from other income was HKD (193,000) for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to a gain of HKD 2,065,000 in 2023, indicating a significant decline[17] - Other losses net increased to approximately HKD 0.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, primarily due to the absence of one-time gains recognized in 2023[30] - Other expenses increased by approximately HKD 0.1 million or 1.4% to approximately HKD 7.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, mainly due to higher advertising and marketing expenses[32] - Interest expenses related to lease liabilities decreased to HKD 60,000 in 2024 from HKD 119,000 in 2023, a reduction of approximately 49.58%[20]

Financial Performance - The company reported revenues of approximately HKD 41.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, a decrease of about 7.1% from HKD 44.9 million in the previous year[8]. - The net profit attributable to the owners of the parent company for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 2.6 million, compared to a loss of HKD 2.0 million in the previous year[8]. - Revenue from the online backup software segment decreased by approximately HKD 3.9 million or 9.7% to about HKD 36.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2023[12]. - Revenue from the information platform increased by approximately HKD 0.6 million or 13.0% to about HKD 5.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2023[12]. - Total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 41.7 million, a decrease of about 7.1% from HKD 44.9 million in 2022[24]. - The decline in revenue was primarily due to a slow recovery in demand caused by a weak global economy and changes in customer types due to reduced bulk purchases[25]. - Other income increased by approximately HKD 0.5 million or 26.3% to about HKD 2.4 million for the year ending December 31, 2023, primarily due to increased bank interest income[26]. - Net other income improved from a loss of approximately HKD 0.5 million for the year ending December 31, 2022, to about HKD 2.0 million for the year ending December 31, 2023, mainly due to a one-time gain from the termination of a subsidiary's consolidation[27]. Sales and Market Trends - Ahsay OBM and Ahsay ACB accounted for approximately 69.8% of the company's software licensing sales and rental revenue[12]. - For the year ended December 31, 2023, Ahsay OBM license sales volume was 3,660, a decrease of approximately 44.3% compared to 6,572 in the same period of 2022[14]. - The average unit price for Ahsay OBM increased by approximately HKD 32 or 9.2% to about HKD 381 in 2023, up from approximately HKD 349 in 2022[14]. - Ahsay ACB license sales volume was 695, down approximately 40.8% from 1,173 in the previous year, with the average unit price decreasing by approximately HKD 20 or 12.3% to HKD 142[14]. - Total monthly lease volume for Ahsay OBM was 215,247, a decrease of about 7.1% from 231,580 in 2022, with the average monthly price dropping by approximately HKD 2.8 or 6.0% to HKD 44.1[14]. - The company faced challenges due to changing customer purchasing patterns and intense competition in the global online backup software market[8]. Product Development and Innovation - The company launched two major new features during the year: "Immutable Backup" and "Restore Drill" to address market demands and cybersecurity threats[9]. - The company launched new features in its AhsayTM backup software, including "immutable backup" and "restore drills," enhancing data protection and security against ransomware threats[18][19]. - The company continues to focus on enhancing user experience with its software, particularly with the improvements made in the latest version of AhsayTM backup software[20]. - The information platform, including KINBOY and KINTIPS, is expected to see stable growth as mobile applications become more popular for accessing information[23]. Cost Management and Efficiency - The company implemented cost control measures, including team restructuring, which contributed to the reduction in employee costs[8]. - Employee costs and related expenses decreased by approximately HKD 2.9 million or 8.8% to about HKD 29.9 million for the year ending December 31, 2023, due to cost control measures including team restructuring[28]. - Other expenses decreased by approximately HKD 1.4 million or 9.3% to about HKD 13.6 million for the year ending December 31, 2023, primarily due to changes in the marketing mix and further cost tightening[30]. Corporate Governance and Management - The board has adopted a general dividend policy aimed at providing shareholders with the group's attributable profit for any financial year, but no dividend is recommended for the year ending December 31, 2023[70][71]. - The company primarily engages in investment holding, with subsidiary operations detailed in note 31 of the financial statements[68]. - The company has not engaged in any purchases, redemptions, or sales of its listed securities during the year ending December 31, 2023[76]. - The company has no management contracts related to the management and administration of its business[85]. - The board has established four committees: the Remuneration Committee, the Nomination Committee, the Audit Committee, and the Risk Management Committee, all of which are primarily composed of independent non-executive directors[139]. - The company has adopted corporate governance principles based on high-quality board leadership and effective internal controls[124]. - The company has not identified any significant non-compliance with relevant laws and regulations as of December 31, 2023[117]. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Initiatives - The company emphasizes the importance of strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance for sustainable business development[178]. - The company aims to achieve zero accidents and provide a healthy working environment for employees, highlighting the significance of development and training for long-term sustainability[186]. - The company actively engages with stakeholders to understand their perspectives on sustainable development, conducting interviews and surveys[180]. - The company has identified key social issues such as employment, labor standards, and community investment as priorities based on stakeholder feedback[183]. - The company’s environmental impact is considered minimal, as its core business is limited to office environments, and it will continue to assess and minimize this impact[186]. - The company’s board directly oversees ESG matters and is responsible for formulating and implementing management strategies[178]. - The total indirect carbon emissions (Scope 2) from electricity generation decreased to 108,997 kg in 2023 from 117,178 kg in 2022, representing a reduction of approximately 7.5%[191]. - The total energy consumption decreased to 254,290 kWh in 2023 from 276,943 kWh in 2022, a decline of about 8.2%[198]. - Water resource consumption increased to 274 cubic meters in 2023 from 216 cubic meters in 2022, an increase of approximately 27%[198]. - The total paper consumption decreased to 70.8 reams in 2023 from 83.0 reams in 2022, a reduction of about 14.5%[199]. - The greenhouse gas emissions per employee increased to 1,676.9 kg per employee in 2023 from 1,605.2 kg per employee in 2022, an increase of approximately 4.4%[191]. - The company aims to maintain or reduce greenhouse gas emissions intensity in 2024 compared to the 2023 baseline[194]. - The company has implemented various energy-saving measures, including encouraging employees to turn off unused electrical equipment[196]. - The company successfully donated over 300 items of clothing and goods to the Salvation Army in September 2023[190]. - The company participated in a fundraising event for thalassemia patients, raising a total of HKD 5,000 with the participation of 36 employees[189]. - The company has not reported any significant violations of environmental laws and regulations during the reporting period[195].

Financial Performance - The group's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 41.7 million, a decrease of about 7.1% compared to approximately HKD 44.9 million in the previous year[6] - The profit attributable to equity holders of the parent company for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 2.6 million, compared to a loss of approximately HKD 2.0 million in the previous year[6] - The online backup software and related services segment recorded a loss of approximately HKD 3.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 4.5 million in the previous year[6] - The information platform segment achieved a profit of approximately HKD 1.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to HKD 0.9 million in the previous year[6] - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the year ended December 31, 2023, were HKD 0.13[6] - The net loss for the year was HKD 1,964,000, which contributed to a total comprehensive loss of HKD 2,396,000 for the year[9] - The company achieved a net profit of HKD 2,644,000 in the current year, leading to a total comprehensive income of HKD 2,640,000[9] - The group recorded a profit attributable to equity holders of approximately HKD 2.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to a loss of approximately HKD 2.0 million in the previous year[48] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets less current liabilities as of December 31, 2023, amounted to HKD 59.1 million, compared to HKD 57.9 million in the previous year[8] - Net assets as of December 31, 2023, were HKD 57.9 million, an increase from HKD 53.9 million in the previous year[8] - The group’s cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2023, were HKD 62.3 million, compared to HKD 59.7 million in the previous year[8] - The total equity attributable to equity holders of the parent company as of December 31, 2023, was HKD 57.9 million, compared to HKD 55.2 million in the previous year[8] - The company reported a total equity of HKD 57,924,000 as of December 31, 2023, an increase from HKD 55,215,000 in the previous year[9] - Total assets as of December 31, 2023, were HKD 78,943,000, a decrease from HKD 81,506,000 as of December 31, 2022[24] - The company’s total liabilities as of December 31, 2023, were HKD 21,019,000, down from HKD 27,636,000 in the previous year, indicating a reduction of 23.9%[26] Revenue Breakdown - Total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, was HKD 41,659,000, a decrease of 7.5% compared to HKD 44,882,000 for the year ended December 31, 2022[22] - The online backup software and related services segment generated revenue of HKD 36,418,000, down from HKD 40,263,000 in the previous year, representing a decline of 9.3%[22] - The information platform segment generated revenue of HKD 5,241,000, an increase from HKD 4,619,000 in the previous year, showing growth of 13.4%[22] - Revenue from the United States increased to HKD 7,280,000 in 2023 from HKD 5,558,000 in 2022, representing a growth of 30.9%[28] - Revenue from the online backup software segment decreased by approximately HKD 3.9 million or 9.7%, from approximately HKD 40.3 million to approximately HKD 36.4 million[48] - Revenue from the information platform increased by approximately HKD 0.6 million or 13.0%, from approximately HKD 4.6 million to approximately HKD 5.2 million[48] Expenses and Cost Management - Employee costs and related expenses decreased to HKD 29,869,000 in 2023 from HKD 32,763,000 in 2022, a reduction of 8.7%[31] - Other expenses decreased by approximately HKD 1.4 million or 9.3% to about HKD 13.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to approximately HKD 15.0 million for the previous year[55] - The total employee and director costs for the year ended December 31, 2023, were approximately HKD 29.9 million, a decrease of about HKD 2.9 million or 8.8% compared to the previous year[68] - The company’s research and development costs included in employee costs were HKD 10,527,000 in 2023, down from HKD 12,177,000 in 2022, a decrease of 13.5%[31] Dividends and Shareholder Information - The board of directors did not recommend the payment of any dividend for the year ended December 31, 2023[6] - The company did not declare any dividends for both 2023 and 2022, maintaining a consistent policy[35] - The group did not propose any dividend for the year ended December 31, 2023[72] Operational Developments - The company continues to focus on online backup software solutions, indicating potential for market expansion[13] - The newly launched features "Immutable Backup" and "Recovery Drill" are aimed at enhancing cybersecurity and data protection[42] - The ninth version of the AhsayTM backup software, launched in 2022, includes significant improvements such as "Deduplication" to optimize storage management[42] - The information platform's user engagement is expected to grow steadily as more users shift from traditional newspapers to mobile applications for horse racing information[47] - The group continues to focus on developing high-quality products to meet market demands and changes in the competitive online backup industry[48] Audit and Compliance - The audit committee has been established to review and supervise the company's financial reporting procedures and internal control systems[77] - The auditor, Ernst & Young, confirmed that the preliminary announcement data aligns with the group's consolidated financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2023[78] - The annual performance announcement will be published on the GEM website and the company's website, with the annual report to be sent to shareholders in due course[79]

Financial Performance - The company recorded revenue of approximately HKD 31.1 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, a decrease of about 7.2% compared to HKD 33.5 million for the same period in 2022[4]. - The company achieved a profit attributable to equity holders of approximately HKD 1.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a loss of approximately HKD 2.2 million in the same period of 2022[4]. - Total revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 31,082,000, a decrease of 7.1% compared to HKD 33,470,000 for the same period in 2022[35]. - The company reported a profit before tax of HKD 1,919,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 2,323,000 for the same period in 2022[35]. - The net profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 1,867,000, a significant improvement from a loss of HKD 2,396,000 in the same period last year[35]. - The basic and diluted earnings per share for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 0.09, compared to a loss per share of HKD 0.11 for the same period in 2022[35]. - For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the profit attributable to equity holders of the parent was HKD 1,893,000, compared to a loss of HKD (2,156,000) for the same period in 2022, indicating a turnaround in performance[58]. Revenue Breakdown - Online backup software revenue decreased by approximately HKD 2.9 million or 9.6% to HKD 27.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023[20]. - Information platform revenue increased by approximately HKD 0.5 million or 15.2% to HKD 3.8 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023[20]. - Revenue from software licensing rights decreased to HKD 1,468,000, down 42% from HKD 2,533,000 year-over-year[48]. - Revenue from software maintenance services was HKD 13,811,000, a slight decrease of 3.9% from HKD 14,373,000 in the previous year[48]. Cost Management - Employee costs decreased by approximately HKD 3.0 million or 11.9% to about HKD 22.2 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, primarily due to cost control measures including team restructuring[9]. - The cost of goods sold for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 10,374,000, a slight decrease of 4.1% from HKD 10,818,000 in the previous year[35]. - Employee costs and related expenses totaled HKD 22,152,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, down 12% from HKD 25,156,000 in 2022[51]. - Research and development costs included in employee costs were HKD 7,766,000, a decrease of 18% from HKD 9,478,000 in the previous year[51]. Other Income and Financial Position - Other income increased by approximately HKD 0.3 million or 21.4% to about HKD 1.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, mainly due to higher average interest rates on fixed deposits[6]. - The company reported a net other income of approximately HKD 1.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, an increase of about HKD 2.6 million from a net loss of approximately HKD 0.7 million in the same period of 2022[7]. - The company maintained a net cash position as of September 30, 2023, with current assets of approximately HKD 63.1 million[12]. - Total liabilities ratio was zero as of September 30, 2023, compared to 2.8% as of December 31, 2022, indicating a strong financial position[16]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has adopted a code of conduct for securities trading by directors, which complies with GEM Listing Rules[30]. - The audit committee has reviewed the financial information for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, and confirmed compliance with applicable accounting standards[34]. - The company has maintained compliance with the corporate governance code as per GEM Listing Rules throughout the reporting period[31]. Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2023, major shareholders hold approximately 75% of the company's shares, with significant stakes held by related parties[25]. - The company has issued a total of 2,000,000,000 shares, with All Divine holding 1,500,000,000 shares, representing 75% of the total issued shares[29]. Strategic Developments - The new version of AhsayTM backup software, launched in 2022, includes features like "deduplication" and "immutable backup" to enhance data protection and storage efficiency[21]. - The "immutable backup" feature allows service providers to maintain unaltered backup copies, protecting against accidental or malicious modifications[21]. - The "recovery drill" feature enables service providers to conduct regular disaster recovery tests to ensure backup data is recoverable[21]. - The KINBOY platform provides online access to horse racing information, with free members receiving basic updates and paid members accessing comprehensive data including "cloud data" for analysis[23]. - The KINTIPS platform aims to facilitate information sharing between providers and users, although its revenue contribution remains minimal[23]. - The management anticipates stable growth for the information platform segment due to increasing mobile app usage and user engagement[24]. Loss of Control Over Subsidiary - The group lost control over its subsidiary Ahsay Korea Co., Ltd., which was previously 52.17% owned, and it is now classified as a financial investment measured at fair value through other comprehensive income[60]. - Upon losing control, the net assets of Ahsay Korea included total assets of HKD 2,077,000 and total liabilities of HKD (4,125,000), resulting in a net liability position[61]. - The cash outflow from the termination of consolidation of Ahsay Korea was HKD 17,000, reflecting the cash balance at the time of loss of control[61].