Neonode Inc. - NEON STOCK NEWS

Neonode Inc. (NASDAQ: NEON) has announced the appointment of Peter Kruk to its Board of Directors as a Class II director. Mr. Kruk currently serves as the CEO and board member of NCAB Group AB, a Nasdaq Stockholm-listed company specializing in printed circuit board production. He brings extensive experience in global industrial leadership, having previously held positions as President of the EMEA region at Dometic Group and President of Electronics at Stoneridge Inc.

Ulf Rosberg, Chairman of the Board, expressed enthusiasm about Kruk's appointment, highlighting his general management experience and deep knowledge of the automotive industry. Kruk himself stated his excitement about joining Neonode's Board, praising the company's history of innovation and pioneering technology.

Neonode Inc. (NASDAQ: NEON) has terminated its corporate broking services agreement with Redeye AB. This agreement had previously provided Neonode with financial advisory and investor relation services. Despite this change, Neonode remains committed to enhancing shareholder value and will be exploring alternative options to ensure effective communication with its stakeholders and the broader investment community.

For further information, stakeholders are directed to contact Fredrik Nihlén, the Interim President and Chief Executive Officer, as well as Chief Financial Officer of Neonode.

Neonode Inc. (NASDAQ: NEON) has announced a new license agreement for its Touch Sensor Module (TSM) technology with NEXTY Electronics , part of the Toyota Tsusho Group. The agreement, focused on the Japanese amusement market, includes an upfront technology access fee and future royalties, with an estimated value of US$2–3 million over the next four to five years.

NEXTY Electronics will manufacture TSMs in Japan using Neonode's latest offering, primarily based on surface-mount technology (SMT). This technology enables touch interactivity on larger displays and surfaces at a lower cost than alternatives. The decision to license Neonode's TSM technology is seen as a vote of confidence in Neonode's licensing-focused business strategy and innovative technologies.

Neonode Inc. (NASDAQ: NEON) reported financial results for Q2 2024. Revenues increased 18.7% to $1.4 million, driven by higher non-recurring engineering and product sales. However, licensing revenues decreased 43.9%. The company reported a net loss of $1.7 million ($0.11 per share), compared to $1.5 million ($0.10 per share) in Q2 2023. Operating expenses decreased 1.6% to $2.7 million. Cash and accounts receivable totaled $14.4 million as of June 30, 2024.

Neonode's interim CEO and CFO, Fredrik Nihlén, noted increased interest in their driver and in-cabin monitoring solutions. The company is phasing out its products business to focus on licensing, which led to last-time buy orders from customers. Despite challenges, Neonode sees promising opportunities in touch and touchless human-machine interaction technologies.

Neonode (NASDAQ: NEON) announced the adjournment of its 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, initially reconvened for June 25, 2024, due to a lack of quorum. The meeting is rescheduled for July 5, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. local time at Neonode's main office in Stockholm, Sweden. The proposals to be voted on remain unchanged from those in the proxy statement filed on April 26, 2024. The record date for voting eligibility is April 22, 2024, and previously submitted proxies will still be valid unless revoked. Neonode's Board urges all stockholders who have not yet voted to do so immediately.

Neonode (NASDAQ: NEON) announced the adjournment of its 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders due to a lack of quorum. The meeting, initially held on June 11, 2024, will reconvene on June 25, 2024, at Neonode's principal office in Stockholm. No business was conducted, and no changes have been made to the proposals listed in the April 26, 2024, proxy statement. Stockholders eligible to vote remain those recorded as of April 22, 2024. Proxies already submitted will be counted unless revoked. The Board urges all stockholders to vote 'FOR' all proposals.

Neonode (NASDAQ: NEON) has signed its first licensing agreement for its Touch Sensor Module (TSM) technology with YesAR, a Chinese leader in holographic display technology. Announced on May 22, 2024, this follows Neonode's strategic move in December 2023 to pivot its TSM business to a licensing model. The agreement entails an upfront technology access fee and future royalties.

YesAR will leverage Neonode's TSM technology to create holographic infotainment solutions for the automotive and elevator sectors, among other markets. This collaboration builds on a partnership that began in 2020. The TSM technology uses Neonode's zForce® optical sensing platform, known for its touch accuracy in various applications, including midair and rugged touch interactions.

Neonode's interim CEO, Fredrik Nihlén, emphasized the importance of this agreement in maintaining their technological leadership, while VP of Marketing & Sales, Johan Swartz, highlighted the potential for innovative solutions enabled by this technology.

Neonode Inc. reported its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2024, with revenue of $1.0 million, a 19.1% decrease from the previous year. The company experienced an increase in operating expenses and a net loss of $2.1 million. The change in strategy focusing on licensing business impacted revenue streams, with decreasing licensing revenues but increasing product sales. The company continues to secure contracts in the commercial vehicle industry, showing potential for growth.