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Core Insights - Allot Ltd. reported a strong performance in Q2 2025, with a 73% year-over-year growth in SECaaS Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), which now constitutes over 25% of total revenue [2][3] - The company raised its full-year revenue guidance to a range of $98-102 million, reflecting confidence in continued growth driven by SECaaS [3] - Overall revenue for Q2 2025 reached $24.1 million, marking a 9% increase from $22.2 million in Q2 2024 [4][8] Financial Performance - Gross profit on a GAAP basis for Q2 2025 was $17.3 million, with a gross margin of 72.1%, up from $15.2 million and 68.5% in Q2 2024 [4] - Non-GAAP gross profit was reported at $17.6 million, with a gross margin of 73.4%, compared to $15.7 million and 70.6% in the same quarter last year [5] - The company achieved a non-GAAP operating income of $1.2 million in Q2 2025, a significant improvement from an operating loss of $1.0 million in Q2 2024 [6] Cash Flow and Debt Management - Operating cash flow for the quarter was $4.4 million, a notable increase from $1.2 million in Q2 2024 [7][8] - As of June 30, 2025, Allot had $72 million in cash and cash equivalents, an increase of $13 million from $59 million at the end of 2024, and the company reported no debt [9] Strategic Developments - Allot secured a landmark multi-year deal valued in the tens of millions with a tier-1 telecom operator in EMEA, highlighting its competitive edge in cybersecurity and network intelligence [3] - The company’s SECaaS service is gaining traction, particularly through partnerships like the one with Verizon Business, contributing significantly to revenue growth [2][3] Revenue Breakdown - In Q2 2025, SECaaS revenue was $6.4 million, representing 27% of total revenue, compared to 18% in Q2 2024 [27] - The geographic revenue breakdown showed that EMEA accounted for 66% of total revenues, while the Americas and Asia Pacific contributed 17% each [26]

Core Viewpoint - Allot Ltd. reported solid financial results for Q1 2025, highlighting a 54% year-over-year increase in SECaaS Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) and a positive outlook for continued growth in the cybersecurity sector [1][3]. Financial Highlights - Total revenues for Q1 2025 were $23.2 million, a 6% increase from $21.9 million in Q1 2024 [4][8]. - Gross profit on a GAAP basis was $16.0 million, with a gross margin of 69.3%, up from $15.1 million and a gross margin of 69% in the same quarter last year [4]. - Non-GAAP gross profit was $16.3 million, maintaining a gross margin of 70.4%, compared to $15.4 million in Q1 2024 [5]. - The operating loss on a GAAP basis was reduced to $0.7 million from $2.7 million in Q1 2024 [5][6]. - Net loss on a GAAP basis was $0.3 million, or $0.01 per share, an improvement from a net loss of $2.5 million, or $0.07 per share, in Q1 2024 [6]. SECaaS Performance - SECaaS revenues grew by 49% year-over-year to $5.1 million [8]. - The SECaaS ARR as of March 2025 reached $21.2 million, reflecting a 54% increase year-over-year [8][25]. - The company anticipates SECaaS revenue and ARR to achieve strong year-over-year increases of around 50% or more for the full year 2025 [3]. Cash Flow and Financial Position - Operating cash flow for the quarter was positive at $1.7 million [7]. - Cash and cash equivalents, along with short-term deposits, totaled $60.7 million as of March 31, 2025, an increase of $2 million from $58.8 million at the end of 2024 [9]. Customer and Market Insights - The company signed several multi-million dollar agreements with new customers for its Smart product and noted strong interest in its Tera III product from tier-1 customers [3]. - Verizon Business launched a new mobile plan that includes Allot's SECaaS service, indicating the growing importance of cybersecurity solutions in the telecommunications sector [3].