Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Q4 advertising revenue saw a sequential increase of $19 million, resulting in 25% year-over-year growth, contributing to a total revenue growth of 22% for Q4 and 28% for the full year 2025 [4][5][6] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $42 million, representing a 23.6% margin, exceeding guidance by 7% [16][18] - Full year revenue reached $615 million, growing 28%, with adjusted EBITDA at $143 million, a 23.2% margin [18][19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The monetization of user intent query revenue grew by 16% year-over-year, with non-search power revenue growing over 200% year-over-year [4][5] - Opera GX, the browser for gamers, reached over 34 million monthly active users (MAUs) in Q4, a 5% sequential increase [12] - MiniPay, a stablecoin wallet, activated over 13 million wallets, with transactions increasing from 290 million to 390 million [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The user base ended the year with 284 million MAUs, including 60 million users in Western markets, contributing to a strong average revenue per user (ARPU) growth of 26% to $2.49 in Q4 [12][13] - E-commerce advertising grew 25% year-over-year, with the top 50 advertisers increasing their average spend by 56% [32][36] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to leverage AI advancements to enhance user experience and maintain a competitive edge in the browser market, viewing emerging AI companies as potential partners rather than competitors [7][8] - The launch of new browsers, including Opera Air and subscription-based Opera Neon, is part of the strategy to cater to distinct audiences and explore new revenue streams [10][11] - A major share buyback program of $300 million has been authorized, representing over 25% of the market cap, to enhance shareholder returns [25][26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth trajectory, with Q1 2026 revenue guidance set at $720 million to $735 million, reflecting 17%-20% growth [22][23] - The company is optimistic about the potential of the e-commerce market, estimating a total addressable market of $100 billion, indicating significant growth opportunities [34] Other Important Information - The company is focusing on expanding MiniPay as a global platform, with plans to enhance its functionality and reach beyond emerging markets [15][54] - The Opera Ads platform is expected to continue its growth trajectory, contributing positively to overall revenue and profitability [20][36] Q&A Session Summary Question: Growth of Western Users - Management noted a sequential growth of 2 million Western users, attributing this to strong desktop and mobile offerings, particularly after the EU Digital Markets Act [30][31] Question: E-commerce Growth - E-commerce is a significant growth driver, with management indicating that it is growing faster than the reported 25%, contributing to overall revenue growth [32][34] Question: Engagement and Monetization of Neon - The Neon browser is still early in its rollout, but it is expected to enhance user engagement and monetization through advanced features and potential subscription revenue [40][41] Question: OPay IPO Timing - Management indicated excitement about OPay's performance and noted that while an IPO is a natural next step, no specific timing has been confirmed [63] Question: MiniPay Monetization Path - The monetization strategy for MiniPay focuses on building a user base and integrating partners, with low barriers to entry for users in emerging markets [67] Question: Non-Search Query Revenue - Non-search query revenue exceeded $5 million in Q4, growing rapidly as it addresses user intent through various channels [70][71]