Revenue and Financial Performance - In 2024, the company's revenue from data element value realization accounted for approximately 87.58% of total revenue, reflecting a strong focus on data utilization and compliance[4]. - The company reported a significant increase in revenue, achieving a total of 1.2 billion RMB, representing a year-over-year growth of 25%[22]. - The company provided a positive outlook for the next quarter, projecting a revenue increase of 20% to 1.44 billion RMB[22]. - The gross margin improved to 45%, up from 40% in the previous year, reflecting better cost management and pricing strategies[22]. - The company's operating revenue for 2024 was ¥470,363,638.37, an increase of 9.41% compared to ¥429,913,361.35 in 2023[27]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2024 was -¥64,755,232.21, a decrease of 29.69% from -¥49,931,430.41 in 2023[27]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was ¥19,525,048.06, a significant increase of 177.72% from -¥25,122,212.88 in 2023[27]. - The net cash flow from operating activities for 2024 was ¥18,850,383.04, up 55.84% from ¥12,095,621.19 in 2023[27]. - The total assets at the end of 2024 were ¥1,852,840,260.25, a decrease of 9.14% from ¥2,039,324,267.65 at the end of 2023[27]. - The company reported a total revenue of ¥19,951,964.90 in 2024 for brand services, a 70.97% increase from ¥11,670,200.66 in 2023[85]. Market and Client Growth - The commercial services segment returned to a growth trajectory, with new clients from leading internet platforms and expansion into diverse sectors such as finance[5]. - User data showed a growth in active users, reaching 10 million, which is a 15% increase compared to the previous quarter[22]. - The company is expanding its market presence, targeting a 10% increase in market share in the next fiscal year[22]. - The number of direct clients decreased from 13 in 2023 to 4 in 2024, with revenue dropping from ¥18,135,354.56 to ¥427,738.05, and client retention rate decreased from 70.00% to 23.08%[67]. - Direct clients in the public service sector increased from 878 in 2023 to 871 in 2024, with revenue rising from ¥131,365,075.24 to ¥139,010,516.68, and client retention improved from 64.10% to 72.21%[73]. Strategic Initiatives and Projects - The "Data Station" project is set to be prioritized in 2025, aiming to create a trusted space for efficient data circulation among users, providers, and service entities[7]. - The establishment of the West Lake Data Intelligence Industrial Park aims to gather outstanding ecological enterprises in the data field, enhancing collaborative synergies[8]. - The company has established a "Data Station" strategy, leveraging AI, privacy computing, and blockchain technologies to facilitate secure and efficient data flow by 2025[45]. - The company is focused on building a "data circulation base" to facilitate the marketization of data elements and enhance the value of data resources[169]. - The company aims to establish "Data Release Stations" by 2025, which will connect data users, providers, and service entities to ensure secure and efficient data flow[169]. Research and Development - The company has actively embraced artificial intelligence technologies, developing vertical scenario-based large models that have already gained early customer adoption[6]. - Ongoing research and development efforts in AI technology are anticipated to enhance product offerings and drive future growth[22]. - The company has established an AI application department to focus on product development and technological breakthroughs in AI[50]. - The company has invested heavily in R&D, with a focus on developing large models and advanced technologies, resulting in significant research achievements[96]. - R&D investment amounted to ¥169,963,117.55 in 2024, representing 36.13% of operating revenue, a decrease from 38.73% in 2023[134]. Compliance and Standards - The company is committed to enhancing industry standards and practices, with its chairman elected to the National Data Standardization Technical Committee[9]. - The company has become one of the first to pass the "SDK privacy configuration capability" certification in 2024, demonstrating its commitment to compliance[51]. - The company actively leads the research and formulation of industry standards, participating in the drafting of multiple national standards, including the first national standard on SDK security, which will take effect on June 1, 2024[52][53]. Operational Efficiency and Cost Management - The company has initiated a cautious investment strategy, focusing on quality and efficiency improvements within its ecological investments[8]. - The total operating cost for the public service segment in 2024 is ¥81,352,464.12, with the largest component being labor costs at ¥38,688,054.04[75]. - The total IDC costs amounted to ¥12,459,525.27, representing 9.95% of the operating costs, a decrease of 65.50% compared to ¥36,110,077.78 in 2023[125]. - The total labor costs for 2024 were ¥44,648,600.71, accounting for 35.64% of operating costs, down 3.07% from ¥46,062,895.93 in 2023[125]. - Data service costs increased significantly by 153.60% year-on-year, reaching ¥19,920,277.30 in 2024, compared to ¥7,855,009.03 in 2023[125]. Partnerships and Collaborations - A new strategic partnership has been established, expected to generate an additional 150 million RMB in revenue over the next two years[22]. - The company has established strategic partnerships in the healthcare sector, including collaborations with Shao Yifu Hospital and other organizations to explore smart medical scenarios[92]. - The company has signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Hainan International Economic Development Bureau to establish an international data cooperation system by February 2025[87]. Data Management and Security - The company has implemented a data management center with security measures such as firewalls and data encryption to ensure the safety and reliability of data resources[177]. - The company has developed a data intelligence operating system (DiOS) to facilitate the integration and management of heterogeneous data sources[90]. - The company’s data governance capabilities ensure the legal, safe, and efficient use of data, driving business scenarios through its data intelligence operating system (DiOS)[62]. Employee and Organizational Structure - The company has implemented long-term incentive mechanisms to attract high-level R&D personnel, fostering a culture of innovation[95]. - The number of R&D personnel decreased by 16.71% from 425 in 2023 to 354 in 2024, with a corresponding percentage of R&D personnel in total workforce dropping from 52.21% to 46.21%[134]. - The company has established an independent financial department with a standardized accounting system and independent financial management for subsidiaries[195]. - The company maintains independence from its controlling shareholders in terms of assets, personnel, finance, and operations, ensuring autonomous business capabilities[192].
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