Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. Announces Closing of $4,550,000 Private Placement Offering

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Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. (OTCQB: IPSI) has successfully closed a private placement offering, raising approximately $4.55 million through the sale of 30,333,334 shares and warrants for $0.15 each. The warrants permit the purchase of an additional 15,166,667 shares at the same price and are valid for five years. The funds will primarily support the development of the IPSIPay digital payment platform and for general corporate needs. The securities sold were not registered under the Securities Act, limiting their resale in the U.S.

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• Raised approximately $4.55 million through private placement.
• Funds allocated for the development of the IPSIPay digital payment platform.

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• Securities not registered under the Securities Act, limiting resale options.
• Private placement may dilute existing shareholder equity.

NORTHRIDGE, Calif., March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire -- Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. (OTCQB: IPSI) (“Innovative” or the “Company”), a Southern California based fintech company focused on building a 21st century digital payment solution, IPSIPay, today announced the closing of its previously announced private placement offering of 30,333,334 shares of common stock and warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 15,166,667 shares of common stock, at a combined purchase price of $0.15 per share and associated warrant. The warrants have an exercise price of $0.15 per share, will be immediately exercisable and will expire five years from the issue date.

H.C. Wainwright & Co. acted as the exclusive placement agent for the offering.

The gross proceeds from the private placement offering were approximately $4,550,000. The Company intends to use the net proceeds primarily for development of the Company’s technology, digital payment platform and marketing, as well as for working capital and general corporate purposes.

The offer and sale of the foregoing securities were made in a transaction not involving a public offering and have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), or applicable state securities laws. Accordingly, the securities may not be reoffered or resold in the United States except pursuant to an effective registration statement or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act and such applicable state securities laws.

Under an agreement with the investors, the Company is required to file an initial registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission covering the resale of the shares of common stock to be issued to the investors within 20 calendar days following the date in which the Company files its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020 and to use its best efforts to have the registration statement declared effective as promptly as practical thereafter, and in any event no later than 60 calendar days thereafter in the event of a “full review” by the Securities and Exchange Commission.

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor there any sales of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such jurisdiction.

About Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc.

Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. strives to offer cutting edge digital payment solutions for consumers and service providers. Innovative Payment Solutions Inc.’s ecosystem will span multiple devices such as self-service kiosks, mobile applications and POS terminals offering alternative payment methods to meet the needs of consumers and service providers. (investor.ipsipay.com)

Forward-Looking Statements:

Matters discussed in this press release contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. When used in this press release, the words "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "may," "intend," "expect" and similar expressions identify such forward-looking statements. Actual results, performance or achievements could differ materially from those contemplated, expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained herein. These statements include, without limitation, statements related to the intended use of proceeds. These forward-looking statements are based largely on the expectations of the Company and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. These include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties associated with: market and other conditions, the impact of economic, competitive and other factors affecting the Company and its operations. The Company makes no commitment to disclose any subsequent revisions to forward-looking statements, except as required by law. This release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of offers to buy any securities of any entity.

For investor inquiries please call (818) 864-4004 or email info@ipsipay.com.

FAQ

What did Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. announce on March 17, 2021?

The company announced the closing of a private placement offering raising approximately $4.55 million by selling shares and warrants.

How much did IPSI raise in its private placement?

Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. raised approximately $4.55 million from the private placement.

What is the exercise price of the warrants issued by IPSI?

The warrants issued by Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. have an exercise price of $0.15 per share.

What will the proceeds from the IPSI private placement be used for?

The proceeds will be used primarily for the development of the IPSIPay platform, marketing, and general corporate purposes.

Are the securities from IPSI's offering registered?

No, the securities sold in the offering were not registered under the Securities Act of 1933.