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Paltalk, Inc. (Nasdaq: PALT) is a communications software innovator that operates a network of consumer applications enabling real-time interactions in a secure environment. The Company's product portfolio includes Paltalk, Camfrog, Tinychat, and Vumber, with revenue primarily derived from subscription fees and advertising arrangements. With over 20 years of history and 10 patents, Paltalk continues to drive multimedia social experiences and foster global video-based communities.
Paltalk, a communications software company, announced its Q3 2024 financial results. Revenue fell 23.4% to $2.1 million, with subscription revenue down 23.9% and advertising revenue down 7.1%. Net loss increased to $1.5 million, compared to $0.2 million in Q3 2023. Adjusted EBITDA loss rose to $1.4 million from $0.1 million. For the nine months ending September 30, 2024, revenue decreased 16.2% to $6.9 million. The net loss for this period was $2.9 million, up from $0.8 million. Cash balance stood at $12.1 million.
Operational highlights include a $65.7 million judgment against Cisco, an agreement to acquire Newtek Technology Solutions for $4 million in cash and 4 million shares of preferred stock, and a divestiture deal with Meteor Mobile for $1.35 million. Paltalk will also sell its Paltalk and Camfrog applications and cease Tinychat operations. The company aims to focus on growing its cybersecurity, cloud hosting, and technology solutions business.
Paltalk (PALT) has announced it will host its third quarter 2024 earnings results conference call on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. ET. CEO Jason Katz and CFO Kara Jenny will discuss the company's results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024. Stockholders can submit questions in advance via email to nyc@clearthink.capital. The conference call will be accessible via toll-free and international dial-in numbers, with replay options available.
Paltalk, Inc. (NASDAQ: PALT) announced that on October 8, 2024, a final judgment was entered in the District Court for the Western District of Texas regarding their patent infringement lawsuit against Cisco Systems, Inc. The judgment follows a jury verdict on August 29, 2024, which awarded Paltalk $65.7 million for alleged infringement of U.S. Patent No. 6,683,858.
The final judgment, signed by Judge Alan D. Albright, starts the clock for post-trial motions or appeals. Paltalk estimates it will receive no more than one-third of the gross proceeds after deducting significant litigation-related expenses, including legal fees. The exact amount is subject to post-trial proceedings and potential appeals by Cisco. Paltalk holds 8 issued US Patents and intends to continue defending them vigorously.
Paltalk (NASDAQ: PALT) has been awarded a $65.7 million jury verdict against Cisco Systems Inc. for patent infringement. The verdict, delivered by a jury in the District Court for the Western District of Texas, relates to U.S. Patent No. 6,683,858. Paltalk filed the lawsuit on July 23, 2021, alleging that certain Cisco products infringed on this patent.
The award is subject to post-trial proceedings, potential appeals by Cisco, and final judgment by the Court. Paltalk estimates it will receive no more than one-third of the gross proceeds after deducting significant litigation-related expenses, including legal fees. Susman Godfrey LLP and Cherry Johnson Siegmund James served as legal counsel for Paltalk in this case.
Paltalk, Inc. (NASDAQ: PALT) reported Q2 2024 results, showing a 24.7% decrease in revenue to $2.2 million compared to the same period last year. The company experienced a net loss of $0.9 million, a significant decline from the $0.1 million net income in Q2 2023. Key highlights include:
- Subscription revenue decreased 26.1% to $2.1 million
- Advertising revenue increased 29.2% to $0.1 million
- Cash balance of $12.8 million as of June 30, 2024
- Entered agreement to acquire Newtek Technology Solutions
- Plans to divest core video chat applications
The company attributes the softness in results to macro-economic factors affecting discretionary spending. Paltalk is focusing on maximizing stockholder value through the planned acquisition and divestiture, while continuing to defend its intellectual property in an upcoming trial against Cisco.
Paltalk, Inc. (NASDAQ: PALT) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Newtek Technology Solutions, Inc. (NTS) from NewtekOne, Inc. The acquisition involves a $4 million cash payment and the issuance of 4 million shares of preferred stock to Newtek. NTS provides dedicated server hosting, cloud hosting, and related services. This transformational acquisition is expected to have an immediate and meaningful impact on Paltalk's revenue, as NTS' 2023 revenue was approximately three times greater than Paltalk's. The deal is subject to stockholder approval and regulatory approvals, with an expected closing in Q4 2024 or Q1 2025. As part of the transaction, Paltalk will divest its 'Paltalk', 'Camfrog', and 'Tinychat' applications. Post-acquisition, Paltalk plans to change its name to Intelligent Protection Management Corp. and its ticker symbol to 'IPM'.
Paltalk (Nasdaq: PALT), a communications software innovator, has announced its second quarter 2024 earnings results conference call scheduled for Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. ET. CEO Jason Katz and CFO Kara Jenny will discuss the company's performance for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024, and address pre-submitted stockholder questions.
The call can be accessed via toll-free number 888-506-0062 (US) or 973-528-0011 (International) using the participant access code 198721. A webcast link and replay options are also available. Stockholders can submit questions in advance to nyc@clearthink.capital.
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