Guardforce AI Reports Interim Financial Results for the First Half of 2025, and Provides Business Update

Core Insights - Guardforce AI Co., Limited is advancing its AI-first transformation strategy, focusing on the development of a multi-agent AI platform and the commercialization of smart solutions in Thailand's retail and banking sectors [2][4]. Financial Performance - For the first half of 2025, revenue increased by approximately $0.6 million, or 3.6%, to approximately $18.2 million compared to the same period in 2024 [5]. - Gross profit decreased to approximately $3.0 million for 1H 2025, down from approximately $3.2 million for 1H 2024, resulting in a gross profit margin decrease to 16.2% from 18.4% [5]. - Selling, general, and administrative expenses decreased to approximately $4.7 million, a 3.2% decrease from approximately $4.9 million in 1H 2024 [6]. - The net loss from continuing operations was $2.2 million for 1H 2025, compared to a net loss of $1.9 million for the same period in 2024 [8]. Business Developments - The company launched DeepVoyage Go (DVGO) on April 1, 2025, an AI-powered itinerary planner for travel professionals, marking the first commercial deployment of its multi-agent AI platform [6]. - Revenue from Guardforce Digital Machine (GDM) grew by $0.3 million, or 18.1%, to $2.2 million in 1H 2025, reflecting increased adoption among banking and retail clients in Thailand [6]. - The company secured multi-year contract renewals with major clients, including Government Savings Bank (Thailand) and other top-tier financial and retail institutions [7]. Operational Highlights - Guardforce AI maintained its market-leading position in Thailand in secured logistics and cash management, supported by strong contract renewals and a resilient operational network [3]. - The company is diversifying its client mix, with retail clients contributing a growing share of overall revenue, currently making up approximately two-thirds of its top 15 clients [7]. Cash Position - As of June 30, 2025, the company had cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash of approximately $25.0 million, compared to $23.4 million as of December 31, 2024 [8].