Genius Sports Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results Above Expectations and Announces 2024 Outlook for Group Revenue Growth and Adj. EBITDA Margin Expansion
- Revenue for Q4 2023 was $127.2 million, a 21% increase year-over-year, driven by growth in Betting Technology, Content & Services, and Media Technology, Content & Services.
- Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2023 was $12.0 million, a 349% increase compared to the same period in 2022.
- Full year 2023 revenue reached $413.0 million, a 21% increase year-over-year, with growth across all segments.
- Adjusted EBITDA for full year 2023 was $53.3 million, a significant increase from 2022.
- Genius Sports announced strategic partnerships and product launches, enhancing its position in the digital sports ecosystem.
- The company expects to achieve Group Revenue of $480 million and Group Adjusted EBITDA of $75 million in 2024, with positive cash flow throughout the year.
- None.
Insights
The reported increase in Group Revenue by 21% to $413 million, surpassing the initial guidance, indicates a robust performance by Genius Sports. This outperformance is particularly noteworthy given the competitive nature of the sports data and technology industry. The tripling of Adjusted EBITDA to $53 million, against a backdrop of an $86 million net loss, suggests effective cost management and operational efficiency improvements. The growth in revenue and EBITDA margin expansion by over 800 basis points year-over-year to 13% reflects a strong leverage in the business model.
Looking ahead, the expectation of 16% revenue growth and 41% EBITDA growth for 2024, along with nearly 300bps of margin expansion, indicates confidence in sustained growth and profitability. The forecast for positive cash flow throughout 2024 is a positive signal for liquidity and financial health. However, investors should monitor whether these projections will materialize, considering the dynamic market conditions.
The 32.3% increase in Betting Technology, Content & Services revenue underscores the growing demand for such services, likely driven by the expansion of legal sports betting markets. The 11.3% growth in Media Technology, Content & Services suggests a successful scaling in programmatic advertising services, particularly in the Americas. However, the 15.8% decline in Sports Technology & Services warrants attention to understand the strategic shifts or market challenges causing this downturn.
Genius Sports' strategic partnerships, like the 10-year agreement with FIBA and the launch of innovative products such as NFL BetVision and FanHub ID, are critical for long-term growth. These initiatives could increase market share and diversify revenue streams, which is essential in the rapidly evolving digital sports ecosystem.
From a legal perspective, the financial results do not directly indicate any legal concerns. However, the company's involvement in non-routine litigation, as referenced in the reconciliation of U.S. GAAP Net loss to Adjusted EBITDA, could be a point of interest for stakeholders. The costs associated with litigation and related expenses can impact profitability and should be tracked for potential future liabilities.
Additionally, the long-term partnerships and agreements, such as with FIBA, likely involve complex contractual obligations that require careful legal oversight to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. These agreements can also provide a competitive edge and stability in revenue generation, provided they are managed effectively from a legal standpoint.
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2023 Group Revenue increased
21% to$413m $391m -
2023 Group Adj. EBITDA more-than-tripled to
$53m $41m $86m -
2023 Group Adj. EBITDA margin increased by over 800bps year-over-year to
13% -
Q4 2023 Group Revenue of
$127m $12m 21% and349% growth, respectively (Q4 Group Net Loss of$38m -
2023 year-end cash position of
$126m $11m -
Expecting 2024 Group Revenue and Adj. EBITDA of
$480m $75m 16% and41% year-over-year growth, respectively, and nearly 300bps of margin expansion - Expecting to generate positive cash flow for the entirety of 2024
“We are excited to report our eighth consecutive quarter of financial results above expectations, while demonstrating the increasing profitability of our business model and our ability to consistently execute on our strategic objectives,” said Mark Locke, Genius Sports Co-Founder and CEO. “The business is now better positioned than ever to benefit from multiple structural growth drivers across the digital sports ecosystem, and we’re excited to continue our momentum into 2024.”
$ in thousands |
Q423 |
Q422 |
% |
Group Revenue |
127,172 |
105,339 |
|
Betting Technology, Content & Services |
86,706 |
65,543 |
|
Media Technology, Content & Services |
28,546 |
25,639 |
|
Sports Technology & Services |
11,920 |
14,157 |
( |
Group Net loss |
(38,452) |
(127,716) |
|
Group Adjusted EBITDA |
11,958 |
2,661 |
|
Group Adjusted EBITDA Margin |
|
|
690 bps |
$ in thousands |
FY 2023 |
FY 2022 |
% |
Group Revenue |
412,977 |
341,029 |
|
Betting Technology, Content & Services |
274,235 |
209,251 |
|
Media Technology, Content & Services |
91,605 |
82,698 |
|
Sports Technology & Services |
47,137 |
49,080 |
( |
Group Net loss |
(85,534) |
(181,636) |
|
Group Adjusted EBITDA |
53,345 |
15,788 |
|
Group Adjusted EBITDA Margin |
|
|
830 bps |
Q4 2023 Financial Highlights
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Group Revenue: Group revenue increased
21% year-over-year to$127.2 million -
Betting Technology, Content & Services: Revenue increased
32% year-over-year to$86.7 million -
Media Technology, Content & Services: Revenue increased by
11% year-over-year to$28.5 million Americas region, primarily for programmatic advertising services. -
Sports Technology & Services: Revenue decreased by
16% year-over-year to$11.9 million
-
Betting Technology, Content & Services: Revenue increased
-
Group Net Loss: Group net loss narrowed from (
$127.7 million $38.5 million
-
Group Adjusted EBITDA: Group Adjusted (non-GAAP) EBITDA was
$12.0 million $11.0 million 349% increase compared to the$2.7 million
Full Year 2023 Financial Highlights
-
Group Revenue: Group revenue increased
21% year-over-year to$413.0 million -
Betting Technology, Content & Services: Revenue increased
31% year-over-year to$274.2 million -
Media Technology, Content & Services: Revenue increased by
11% year-over-year to$91.6 million -
Sports Technology & Services: Revenue decreased by
4% year-over-year to$47.1 million
-
Betting Technology, Content & Services: Revenue increased
-
Group Net Loss: Group net loss narrowed from (
$181.6 million $85.5 million
-
Group Adjusted EBITDA: Group Adjusted (non-GAAP) EBITDA was
$53.3 million $53.0 million $41.0 million 238% increase compared to the$15.8 million
Q4 2023 Business Highlights
- After launching BetVision with Caesars Sportsbook, Fanatics and BetRivers in the prior reporting period, Genius Sports also expanded its partnership with FanDuel to launch the revolutionary NFL BetVision streaming solution
- Announced strategic 10-year partnership with FIBA to deliver next-gen AI-powered technology for Leagues and National Federations through 2035
- Launched FanHub ID, a privacy-compliant solution using proprietary data to build fan-based profiles, giving marketers and content owners new opportunities to reach and measure engaged sports audiences at scale
- After the reporting period, Genius Sports unveiled ‘Edge’, an automated pricing tool that enables sportsbooks to maximize profitability
Financial Outlook
Genius Sports expects to generate Group Revenue of approximately
$ in millions |
Q1 2024E |
Q2 2024E |
Q3 2024E |
Q4 2024E |
FY 2024E |
Group Revenue |
117 |
94 |
113 |
156 |
480 |
Group Adjusted EBITDA |
6 |
21 |
23 |
25 |
75 |
Financial Statements & Reconciliation Tables
Genius Sports Limited |
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Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) |
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(Amounts in thousands, except share and per share data) |
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Three Months Ended |
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Year Ended |
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December 31, |
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December 31, |
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2023 |
|
2022 |
|
2023 |
|
2022 |
Revenue |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cost of revenue |
|
116,656 |
|
102,153 |
|
343,972 |
|
338,166 |
Gross profit |
|
10,516 |
|
3,186 |
|
69,005 |
|
2,863 |
Operating expenses: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Sales and marketing |
|
9,625 |
|
6,932 |
|
29,432 |
|
31,344 |
Research and development |
|
7,874 |
|
6,664 |
|
26,070 |
|
29,894 |
General and administrative |
|
27,076 |
|
32,865 |
|
85,167 |
|
122,829 |
Transaction expenses |
|
338 |
|
1,540 |
|
2,494 |
|
1,668 |
Total operating expense |
|
44,913 |
|
48,001 |
|
143,163 |
|
185,735 |
Loss from operations |
|
(34,397) |
|
(44,815) |
|
(74,158) |
|
(182,872) |
Interest income (expense), net |
|
580 |
|
(354) |
|
1,953 |
|
(1,487) |
Loss on disposal of assets |
|
(259) |
|
(121) |
|
(291) |
|
(292) |
(Loss) gain on fair value remeasurement of contingent consideration |
|
(110) |
|
(4,190) |
|
(2,919) |
|
218 |
Change in fair value of derivative warrant liabilities |
|
- |
|
(1,064) |
|
(534) |
|
10,132 |
Loss on abandonment of assets |
|
(11,226) |
|
- |
|
(11,226) |
|
- |
Gain (loss) on foreign currency |
|
5,788 |
|
(77,281) |
|
3,875 |
|
(8,979) |
Total other expense |
|
(5,227) |
|
(83,010) |
|
(9,142) |
|
(408) |
Loss before income taxes |
|
(39,624) |
|
(127,825) |
|
(83,300) |
|
(183,280) |
Income tax benefit (expense) |
|
423 |
|
(970) |
|
(5,340) |
|
(1,714) |
Gain from equity method investment |
|
749 |
|
1,079 |
|
3,106 |
|
3,358 |
Net loss |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Loss per share attributable to common stockholders: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Basic and diluted |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted average common stock outstanding: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Basic and diluted |
|
227,480,271 |
|
216,930,394 |
|
225,882,254 |
|
213,391,134 |
Genius Sports Limited |
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Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) |
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(Amounts in thousands, except share and per share data) |
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|
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December 31 |
|
December 31 |
|
2023 |
|
2022 |
ASSETS |
|
|
|
Current assets: |
|
|
|
Cash and cash equivalents |
|
|
|
Restricted cash, current |
- |
12,102 |
|
Accounts receivable, net |
71,088 |
33,378 |
|
Contract assets |
38,802 |
38,447 |
|
Prepaid expenses |
27,231 |
28,207 |
|
Other current assets |
7,329 |
1,668 |
|
Total current assets |
244,781 |
236,517 |
|
Property and equipment, net |
11,552 |
12,881 |
|
Intangible assets, net |
129,670 |
149,248 |
|
Operating lease right of use assets |
7,011 |
6,459 |
|
Goodwill |
326,011 |
309,894 |
|
Investments |
26,399 |
23,682 |
|
Restricted cash, non-current |
25,462 |
24,203 |
|
Other assets |
4,838 |
10,453 |
|
Total assets |
|
|
|
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY |
|
|
|
Current liabilities: |
|
|
|
Accounts payable |
|
|
|
Accrued expenses |
56,331 |
56,956 |
|
Deferred revenue |
44,345 |
41,273 |
|
Current debt |
7,573 |
7,405 |
|
Derivative warrant liabilities |
- |
6,922 |
|
Operating lease liabilities, current |
3,610 |
3,462 |
|
Other current liabilities |
13,676 |
22,001 |
|
Total current liabilities |
182,914 |
171,140 |
|
Long-term debt – less current portion |
19 |
7,088 |
|
Deferred tax liability |
15,335 |
15,009 |
|
Operating lease liabilities, non-current |
3,501 |
3,284 |
|
Other liabilities |
936 |
- |
|
Total liabilities |
202,705 |
196,521 |
|
Shareholders' equity |
|||
Common stock, |
2,132 |
2,019 |
|
B Shares, |
2 |
2 |
|
Additional paid-in capital |
1,646,082 |
1,568,917 |
|
Treasury stock, at cost, 4,105,948 shares at December 31, 2023; nil shares at December 31, 2022 |
(17,653) |
- |
|
Accumulated deficit |
(1,024,487) |
(938,953) |
|
Accumulated other comprehensive loss |
(33,057) |
(55,169) |
|
Total shareholders' equity |
573,019 |
576,816 |
|
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity |
|
|
|
Genius Sports Limited |
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) |
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(Amounts in thousands) |
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|
Year Ended |
|||
|
|
December 31 |
|
December 31 |
|
|
2023 |
|
2022 |
Cash Flows from operating activities: |
|
|
|
|
Net loss |
|
|
|
|
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities: |
|
|
|
|
Depreciation and amortization |
|
77,308 |
|
68,529 |
Loss on disposal of assets |
|
291 |
|
292 |
Loss (gain) on fair value remeasurement of contingent consideration |
|
2,919 |
|
(218) |
Stock-based compensation |
|
35,318 |
|
89,839 |
Change in fair value of derivative warrant liabilities |
|
534 |
|
(10,132) |
Non-cash interest expense, net |
|
258 |
|
689 |
Non-cash lease expense |
|
3,929 |
|
6,029 |
Gain on lease termination |
|
- |
|
(642) |
Loss on lease abandonment |
|
- |
|
281 |
Amortization of contract cost |
|
1,009 |
|
862 |
Deferred income taxes |
|
(444) |
|
(113) |
Provision for doubtful accounts |
|
2,518 |
|
2,186 |
Gain from equity method investment |
|
(3,106) |
|
(3,358) |
Loss on abandonment of assets |
|
11,226 |
|
- |
(Gain) loss on foreign currency remeasurement |
|
(5,571) |
|
5,577 |
Changes in operating assets and liabilities |
|
|
|
|
Accounts receivable |
|
(33,173) |
|
8,370 |
Contract asset |
|
1,610 |
|
(19,491) |
Prepaid expenses |
|
(8,643) |
|
(7,120) |
Other current assets |
|
1,156 |
|
4,986 |
Other assets |
|
(1,495) |
|
(2,122) |
Accounts payable |
|
22,065 |
|
15,743 |
Accrued expenses |
|
(3,513) |
|
7,147 |
Deferred revenue |
|
906 |
|
14,939 |
Other current liabilities |
|
(1,936) |
|
12,519 |
Operating lease liabilities |
|
(3,672) |
|
(6,395) |
Other liabilities |
|
916 |
|
(10,216) |
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities |
|
14,876 |
|
(3,455) |
Cash flows from investing activities: |
|
|
|
|
Purchases of property and equipment |
|
(3,569) |
|
(5,967) |
Capitalization of internally developed software costs |
|
(44,158) |
|
(41,387) |
Distributions from (contribution to) equity method investments |
|
1,555 |
|
(7,871) |
Equity investments without readily determinable fair values |
|
- |
|
(150) |
Purchases of intangible assets |
|
(1,416) |
|
(196) |
Acquisition of business, net of cash acquired |
|
- |
|
(20) |
Proceeds from disposal of assets |
|
18 |
|
770 |
Net cash used in investing activities |
|
(47,570) |
|
(54,821) |
Cash flows from financing activities: |
|
|
|
|
Repayment of loans and mortgage |
|
(21) |
|
(21) |
Proceeds from exercise of Public Warrants |
|
6,812 |
|
- |
Repayment of promissory notes |
|
(7,387) |
|
- |
Net cash used in financing activities |
|
(596) |
(21) |
|
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash |
|
63 |
(5,061) |
|
Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash |
|
(33,227) |
(63,358) |
|
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period |
|
159,020 |
222,378 |
|
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period |
|
|
|
|
Supplemental disclosure of cash activities: |
|
|
|
|
Cash paid during the period for interest |
|
|
|
|
Cash paid during the period for income taxes |
|
|
|
|
Supplemental disclosure of noncash investing and financing activities: |
|
|
|
|
Acquisition of common shares by subsidiary in connection with warrant redemptions |
|
|
|
$ - |
Promissory notes arising from equity method investments |
|
$ - |
|
|
Issuance of common stock in connection with business combinations |
|
|
|
|
Genius Sports Limited |
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Reconciliation of |
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(Unaudited) |
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(Amounts in thousands)
|
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|
Three Months Ended
|
|
Year Ended
|
|
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|
2023 |
2022 |
|
2023 |
2022 |
|
|
(dollars, in thousands) |
|
(dollars, in thousands) |
|
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Consolidated net loss |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Adjusted for: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net, interest (income) expense |
(580) |
354 |
|
(1,953) |
1,487 |
|
Income tax (benefit) expense |
(423) |
970 |
|
5,340 |
1,714 |
|
Amortization of acquired intangibles (1) |
10,305 |
9,568 |
|
40,476 |
40,089 |
|
Other depreciation and amortization (2) |
14,244 |
7,749 |
|
37,841 |
29,302 |
|
Stock-based compensation (3) |
16,070 |
11,196 |
|
35,462 |
89,943 |
|
Transaction expenses |
338 |
1,540 |
|
2,494 |
1,668 |
|
Litigation and related costs (4) |
876 |
13,024 |
|
2,289 |
24,624 |
|
Change in fair value of derivative warrant liabilities |
- |
1,064 |
|
534 |
(10,132) |
|
Loss (gain) on fair value remeasurement of contingent consideration |
110 |
4,190 |
|
2,919 |
(218) |
|
Loss on abandonment of assets |
11,226 |
- |
|
11,226 |
- |
|
(Gain) loss on foreign currency |
(5,788) |
77,281 |
|
(3,875) |
8,979 |
|
Other (5) |
4,032 |
3,441 |
|
6,126 |
9,968 |
|
Adjusted EBITDA |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1) |
Includes amortization of intangible assets generated through business acquisitions, inclusive of amortization for data rights, marketing products, and acquired technology. |
(2) |
Includes depreciation of Genius’ property and equipment, amortization of contract cost, and amortization of internally developed software and other intangible assets. Excludes amortization of intangible assets generated through business acquisitions. |
(3) |
Includes restricted shares, stock options, equity-settled restricted share units, cash-settled restricted share units and equity-settled performance-based restricted share units granted to employees and directors (including related employer payroll taxes) and equity-classified non-employee awards issued to suppliers. |
(4) |
Includes mainly legal and related costs in connection with non-routine litigation. |
(5) |
Includes expenses incurred related to earn-out payments on historical acquisitions, gain/losses on disposal of assets, severance costs and non-recurring compensation payments. |
Webcast and Conference Call Details
Genius Sports management will host a conference call and webcast today at 8:00AM ET to discuss the Company’s fourth quarter results.
The conference call may be accessed by dialing (646) 307-1963.
A live audio webcast may be accessed on the Company’s investor relations website at investors.geniussports.com along with Genius’ earnings press release and related materials. A replay of the webcast will be available on the website within 24 hours after the call.
About Genius Sports
Genius Sports is the official data, technology and broadcast partner that powers the global ecosystem connecting sports, betting and media. Our technology is used in over 150 countries worldwide, creating highly immersive products that enrich fan experiences for the entire sports industry.
We are the trusted partner to over 400 sports organizations, including many of the world’s largest leagues and federations such as the NFL, EPL, FIBA, NCAA, NASCAR, AFA and Liga MX.
Genius Sports is uniquely positioned through cutting-edge technology, scale and global reach to support our partners. Our innovative use of big data, computer vision, machine learning, and augmented reality, connects the entire sports ecosystem from the rights holder all the way through to the fan.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This press release includes non-GAAP financial measures not presented in accordance with
Adjusted EBITDA
We present Group adjusted EBITDA and Group adjusted EBITDA margin, non-GAAP performance measures, to supplement our results presented in accordance with
Group adjusted EBITDA and Group adjusted EBITDA margin are used by management to evaluate our core operating performance on a comparable basis and to make strategic decisions. We believe Group adjusted EBITDA and Group adjusted EBITDA margin are useful to investors for the same reasons as well as in evaluating our operating performance against competitors, which commonly disclose similar performance measures. However, our calculation of Group adjusted EBITDA and Group adjusted EBITDA margin may not be comparable to other similarly titled performance measures of other companies. Group adjusted EBITDA and Group adjusted EBITDA margin are not intended to be a substitute for any
We do not provide a reconciliation of Group adjusted EBITDA to consolidated net income/(loss) on a forward-looking basis because we are unable to forecast certain items required to develop meaningful comparable GAAP financial measures without unreasonable efforts. These items are difficult to predict and estimate and are primarily dependent on future events. The impact of these items could be significant to our projections.
Constant Currency
Certain income statement items in this press release are discussed on a constant currency basis. Our results between periods may not be comparable due to foreign currency translation effects. We present certain income statement items on a constant currency basis, as if GBP:USD exchange rate had remained constant period-over-period, to enhance the comparability of our results. We calculate income statement constant currency amounts by taking the relevant average GBP:USD exchange rate used in the preparation of our income statement for the more recent comparative period and apply it to the actual GBP amount used in the preparation of our income statement for the prior comparative period.
Constant currency amounts only adjust for the impact related to the translation of our consolidated financial statements from GBP to USD. Constant currency amounts do not adjust for any other translation effects, such as the translation of results of subsidiaries whose functional currency is other than GBP or USD.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that involve significant risks and uncertainties. All statements other than statements of historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include information about our possible or assumed future results of operations or our performance. Words such as “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” and variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward looking statements. Although we believe that the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on reasonable assumptions, you should be aware that many factors could affect our actual financial results or results of operations and could cause actual results to differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements, including but not limited to: risks related to our reliance on relationships with sports organizations and the potential loss of such relationships or failure to renew or expand existing relationships; fraud, corruption or negligence related to sports events, or by our employees or contracted statisticians; risks related to changes in domestic and foreign laws and regulations or their interpretation; compliance with applicable data protection and privacy laws; pending litigation and investigations; the failure to protect or enforce our proprietary and intellectual property rights; claims for intellectual property infringement; our reliance on information technology; elevated interest rates and inflationary pressures, including fluctuating foreign currency and exchange rates; risks related to domestic and international political and macroeconomic uncertainty; and other factors included under the heading “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC on March 30, 2023.
Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, there can be no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. These statements involve known and unknown risks and are based upon a number of assumptions and estimates which are inherently subject to significant uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond our control. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this press release, or the documents to which we refer readers in this press release, to reflect any change in our expectations with respect to such statements or any change in events, conditions or circumstances upon which any statement is based.
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Media
Chris Dougan, Chief Communications Officer
+1 (202) 766-4430
chris.dougan@geniussports.com
Investors
Brandon Bukstel, Investor Relations Manager
+1 (954)-554-7932
brandon.bukstel@geniussports.com
Source: Genius Sports Limited
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