POET Technologies Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Core Viewpoint - POET Technologies Inc. has made significant progress in preparing for volume production of optical engines and expanding manufacturing capabilities, while also achieving notable financial milestones in the second quarter of 2025 [2][3]. Financial Performance - The company reported non-recurring engineering (NRE) and product revenue of $268,469 in Q2 2025, a substantial increase from nil in Q2 2024 and $166,760 in Q1 2025 [5]. - A net loss of $17.3 million, or $0.21 per share, was recorded in Q2 2025, compared to a net loss of $8.0 million, or $0.14 per share, in Q2 2024, and a net income of $6.3 million, or $0.08 per share, in Q1 2025 [6]. - The largest component of the loss was a non-cash loss of $7.5 million related to the fair value adjustment of derivative warrant liability in Q2 2025, compared to a loss of $1.4 million in Q2 2024 [7]. - Cash flow from operating activities was ($7.7) million in Q2 2025, worsening from ($4.5) million in Q2 2024 [10]. Business Developments - The company has engaged with NationGate Solutions in Malaysia to enhance manufacturing capabilities for light source products [2]. - A new customer, Lessengers from Korea, has committed to developing a module using POET's 800G optical engines [3]. - POET successfully completed a $30 million private placement, marking the largest single financing in its history [3]. - The company was awarded the "AI Hardware Innovation Award" at the 8th annual AI Breakthrough Awards, adding to its recognition in the industry [8]. Summary of Financial Operations - A summary of operations over the five quarters ending June 30, 2025, shows a consistent increase in revenue and fluctuations in research and development costs, reflecting the company's transition from technology to product development [11][12].