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IDEX Biometrics ASA: Nomination Committee proposal to the 2025 Annual General Meeting
Globenewswire· 2025-05-20 19:10
Group 1 - The Nomination Committee of IDEX Biometrics ASA proposes a new board of directors consisting of Morten Opstad, Annika Olsson, and Adriana Saitta, with Morten Opstad as Chair for a new term of two years [1] - IDEX Biometrics ASA is a global leader in fingerprint biometrics, providing authentication solutions for payments, access control, and digital identity [1] - The company's biometric solutions are built on patented technologies and target card-based applications for payments and digital authentication [1] Group 2 - IDEX Biometrics ASA partners with leading card manufacturers and technology companies to bring its biometric solutions to market [1] - The notice regarding the board proposal was issued by CFO Kristian Flaten on 20 May 2025 [2]
IDEX Biometrics ASA: Annual General Meeting agenda update
Globenewswire· 2025-05-12 16:00
Core Points - The Company has announced an annual general meeting (AGM) scheduled for 21 May 2025 [1] - A Remuneration Report for executive management in 2024 has been prepared and is available for review [2] - The AGM will include an advisory vote on the Remuneration Report, with a proposed resolution for approval [3] Company Overview - IDEX Biometrics ASA is a global leader in fingerprint biometrics, providing authentication solutions for payments, access control, and digital identity [3] - The Company focuses on card-based applications for payments and digital authentication, utilizing patented sensor technologies and integrated circuit designs [3] - IDEX partners with leading card manufacturers and technology companies to bring its biometric solutions to market [3]
IDEX Biometrics ASA: Registration of share capital increase – 8 May 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-05-08 09:15
Reference is made to the announcement by IDEX Biometrics ASA on 5 May 2025 regarding the results of the exercise of Warrants B. A total of 36,767 Warrants B were exercised, resulting in an aggregate subscription for 36,767 new shares, each Warrant B having an exercise price of NOK 0.15. The share capital increase has duly been registered in the Norwegian Register of Business Enterprises. Following the share capital increase, the company's share capital will be NOK 38,316,309.99, divided into 3,831,630,999 s ...
IDEX Biometrics ASA: Results of the exercise of Warrants B
Globenewswire· 2025-05-05 21:35
Reference is made to the announcement by IDEX Biometrics ASA (the "Company") on 12 December 2024 regarding the listing of Warrants A and Warrants B on Oslo Stock Exchange. Warrants B were exercisable between 31 March 2025 and 11 April 2025, and all Warrants B not exercised within such time lapsed without compensation to the holder. A total of 36,767 Warrants B were exercised, resulting in an aggregate subscription for 36,767 new shares (the "New Shares") in the Company, each Warrant B having an exercise pri ...
Aware(AWRE) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-04-30 22:02
Aware (AWRE) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 30, 2025 05:00 PM ET Company Participants Ajay K. Amlani - President & CEODavid Traverse - CFOBrian Krause - Chief Revenue Officer Operator And welcome to Ware's First Quarter twenty twenty five Conference Call. Joining us today are the company's CEO and President, A. J. Amlani CFO, David Traverse and CRO, Brian Krause. Following their remarks, we will open the call to questions. If you would to submit a question, you can do so at any time using the built in Ask a Qu ...
Aware(AWRE) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-04-30 21:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q1 2025 was $3.6 million, down from $4.4 million in Q1 2024, primarily due to lower software license sales [14] - Recurring revenue decreased to $2.7 million from $3.1 million in the prior year, attributed to the timing of subscription term license renewals [15] - Operating expenses were reduced to $5.5 million, down 5% from $5.7 million in Q1 2024 [15] - GAAP net loss was $1.6 million or $0.08 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $1 million or $0.05 per diluted share in Q1 2024 [15] - Adjusted EBITDA loss for the quarter was $1.5 million, compared to a loss of $1 million in the prior year [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is focusing on deepening strategic partnerships and has realigned its go-to-market model to prioritize high-impact customers and sectors [8] - Active conversations are ongoing with several Fortune 500 companies, indicating a shift in engagement and potential revenue opportunities [8][30] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - There is strong interest in biometric solutions across various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, and e-commerce, as enterprises recognize the need for secure identity verification [30] - The U.S. Federal government's commitment to biometric modernization remains strong, providing a significant market opportunity [21][38] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is undergoing a strategic transformation with a focus on durable, scalable growth and a streamlined go-to-market strategy [6] - Key strategic priorities include deepening partnerships, advancing core technology, and scaling the business sustainably [7] - The Awareness platform is being developed to offer an open, flexible architecture that differentiates the company from competitors [35][36] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management views 2025 as a foundational year for the company, with expectations of building momentum heading into the second half of the year [13][40] - The leadership team is confident in the strategic groundwork laid, which positions the company for leadership in the biometrics industry [26] Other Important Information - The company has strengthened its leadership team, appointing a new Chief Revenue Officer and a chairman with extensive experience in cybersecurity [9][10] - The brand has been revitalized, focusing on modernizing its presence and increasing visibility in key markets [12][25] Q&A Session Summary Question: Will Aware continue to pursue growth in annual recurring revenues via sales of the Aware ID product? - The focus is on solving large-scale identity challenges for enterprises and government agencies rather than driving growth through a single product [28] Question: Has Aware made progress in adding customers or growing sales on the AWS Marketplace? - The priority is direct engagement with customers, and partnerships will only be pursued if they add strategic value [29] Question: Can you provide more color on the types of industries or use cases these companies are exploring with Aware's biometric solutions? - Engagement is strong across industries like financial services, healthcare, and e-commerce, where secure identity verification is critical [30] Question: What is the timing and potential revenue contribution from new strategic opportunities in the second half of 2025? - 2025 is viewed as a foundational year, with expectations for early wins later in the year and contributions building over time [32][34] Question: How does the Awareness platform differentiate Aware from competitors? - The platform offers an open modular architecture, allowing customers to orchestrate best-in-class algorithms, providing flexibility and scalability [35][36] Question: Are there specific programs or initiatives where Aware feels particularly well positioned? - Aware is well positioned across the U.S. Government portfolio, focusing on secure digital identity and modernization initiatives [38] Question: What early indicators show Aware is on the right trajectory for growth? - The pipeline has expanded significantly, and there is growing interest from customers recognizing Aware's technology leadership [39]
Aware Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-04-30 20:01
Core Viewpoint - Aware, Inc. is navigating a transitional phase while focusing on long-term growth strategies, including strengthening leadership and enhancing its market approach [2][4]. Financial Results - Revenue for Q1 2025 was $3.6 million, down from $4.8 million in Q4 2024 and $4.4 million in Q1 2024, primarily due to lower software licenses revenue [6][10]. - The net loss for Q1 2025 was $1.6 million, or $(0.08) per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $1.2 million, or $(0.06) per diluted share in Q4 2024 and a net loss of $1.0 million, or $(0.05) per diluted share in Q1 2024 [7][10]. - Adjusted EBITDA loss for Q1 2025 was $1.5 million, compared to a loss of $0.8 million in Q4 2024 and a loss of $1.0 million in Q1 2024, attributed to lower total revenue [8][10]. Operational Highlights - The company is focusing on scaling its presence in the U.S. commercial market and expanding in the U.S. government sector [3]. - Aware is enhancing its biometric technology platform and integrating complementary solutions, with ongoing discussions with Fortune 500 companies [3][4]. - The leadership team has been strengthened with the appointment of Brian Krause as Chief Revenue Officer to accelerate commercial execution [10]. Balance Sheet - As of March 31, 2025, cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities totaled $24.8 million, down from $27.8 million as of December 31, 2024 [9][10]. - Total assets were $39.9 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $42.6 million as of December 31, 2024 [18][19]. Revenue Breakdown - Recurring revenue for Q1 2025 was $2.7 million, down from $3.1 million in Q1 2024 [10][24]. - Non-recurring revenue was $924,000 in Q1 2025, compared to $1.3 million in Q1 2024 [10][24].
IDEX Biometrics ASA: Notice of annual general meeting on 21 May 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-04-30 14:50
IDEX Biometrics ASA will hold its 2025 annual general meeting on Wednesday 21 May 2025 at 14.00 hours CET as an online meeting. There is no physical attendance option. Shareholders may attend online by PC, smartphone or tablet. The notice with attendance form has been sent to the shareholders today, and is also enclosed. The notice of the annual general meeting and the ancillary documents are also available at the company's web site, www.idexbiometrics.com , and can be requested from the company at no charg ...
IDEX Biometrics ASA: Annual report 2024
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-04-30 06:00
IDEX Biometrics ASA annual report and remuneration report for 2024 are enclosed. IDEX Biometrics has also published its annual financial statements in European Single Electronic Format (ESEF), also attached to this notice. The auditor's report includes a matter of emphasis regarding going concern. The reports are also available at the company's web site https://www.idexbiometrics.com/investors/ The preliminary financial statements for 2024 were disclosed on 27 February 2025. Subsequently, on 11 March 2025, ...
Fingerprint Cards AB (publ) publishes interim report for January – March 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-04-29 05:00
The report is available as an online version and as a PDF. Highlights Robust sales performance, with revenue increasing by 100 percent compared to last year.Strong gross margin of 56.6 percent, significantly higher than in the segments we are exiting.Monetized our iris recognition technology through a licensing agreement with Smart Eye.As part of our strategic exit from Mobile and PC, the associated results are classified as discontinued operations, to provide a more transparent view of our ongoing business ...