Safe and Green Development Corporation Acquires XENE Real Estate AI Software
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The acquisition of Majestic World Holdings by Safe and Green Development Corporation represents a strategic expansion into the real estate technology sector. The integration of the XENE Platform into SG DevCo's portfolio is poised to disrupt the traditional real estate market by offering a decentralized marketplace. This move could potentially open up new revenue streams and diversify the company's business model, which is crucial in a sector that is increasingly influenced by technological advancements.
From a market perspective, the use of AI to streamline property transactions could be a significant competitive advantage. By reducing the time and resources needed for transactions, SG DevCo could attract a new customer base while increasing efficiency. The cost savings and increased speed of transactions are likely to appeal to banks, institutions and individual clients alike, providing a strong value proposition in a crowded marketplace.
The financial details of the acquisition indicate a modest cash outlay of $500 thousand spread over five quarters, which suggests a manageable impact on SG DevCo's short-term cash flow. The issuance of 500,000 shares of restricted stock, however, reflects a long-term investment in the acquired company's potential. At a valuation of $2.15 per share, the stock component of the purchase price underscores the company's confidence in the synergistic benefits of the acquisition.
Investors should note the potential for earnings accretion from the new vertical. However, they should also consider the integration risks and the time needed to realize the full benefits of the acquisition. The anticipated launch of the XENE Platform in the first quarter of 2024 will be a critical milestone to watch, as it will provide early indicators of the platform's market acceptance and its impact on SG DevCo's financial performance.
The XENE Platform's approach to creating a decentralized real estate marketplace is indicative of a broader industry trend towards digital transformation. By integrating various stakeholders such as banks, insurers and gig workers into a single AI-driven environment, the platform aims to address inefficiencies in the current system. This could revolutionize the way property transactions are conducted, providing a seamless experience for buyers and sellers.
Understanding the technical capabilities and user adoption of the XENE Platform will be crucial. The platform's success will depend on its ability to deliver on the promise of a more efficient and cost-effective transaction process. If successful, SG DevCo could set a new industry standard for real estate transactions, but it will require careful execution and continuous innovation to stay ahead of competitors in this tech-driven market.
MIAMI, Fla, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Safe and Green Development Corporation (NASDAQ: SGD) (“SG Devco” or the “Company”), today announced that it has closed on the previously announced acquisition of Majestic World Holdings (“MWH”), a real estate technology firm and owner of the Xene AI Software platform (“XENE Platform”). The purchase price for the acquisition consists of an aggregate of
David Villarreal, President & CEO of Safe and Green Development Corporation, stated, “Majestic is an innovator in real estate technology with a unique asset base and people with deep industry knowledge. The combined capabilities of our two companies is expected to provide long-term value creation well in excess of what either company was capable of doing on a individually. We believe this transaction will immediately and in the long-term drive significant value to our shareholders.”
Matthew A. Barstow commented, “It is an honor to be part of the SG Devco family, to launch the Xene platform nationally and work alongside the wonderful people at SG Devco to develop new products that can improve all facets of the financial real estate industry. David has been helpful throughout this entire process with his patience and detail-oriented approach to every aspect of this process.”
The XENE Platform, powered by advanced AI technology, has the goal of creating a decentralized real estate marketplace, creating an all-in-one solution that brings banks, institutions, home builders, clients, agents, vendors, gig workers, and insurers into a seamlessly integrated and structured AI-driven environment. This development is expected to significantly save time and resources for all parties involved. The XENE Platform is designed to streamline property transactions and offer a cost-effective alternative to traditional buyers' agent models. The platform is expected to launch during the first quarter of 2024.
About Safe and Green Development Corporation
Safe and Green Development Corporation is a leading real estate development company. Formed in 2021, it focuses on the development of sites using purpose-built, prefabricated modules built from both wood and steel, sourced from one of Safe & Green Holdings Corp.’s factories operated by Safe & Green Holdings’ SG Echo subsidiary. More information about SG DevCo can be found at www.sgdevco.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
Statements in this press release that are not strictly historical in nature are forward-looking statements. These statements are only predictions based on current information and expectations and include statements regarding the combined capabilities of the two companies being expected to provide long-term value creation well in excess of what either company was capable of doing on a standalone basis, the acquisition adding a new source of potential revenue, , the transaction immediately and in the long-term driving significant value to the Company’s shareholders, launching the XENE platform nationally, developing new products that can improve all facets of the financial real estate industry, the XENE Platform creating a decentralized real estate marketplace, creating an all-in-one solution that brings banks, institutions, home builders, clients, agents, vendors, gig workers, and insurers into a seamlessly integrated and structured AI-driven environment, the XENE Platform being expected to significantly save time and resources for all parties involved, the XENE Platform streamlining property transactions and offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional buyers' agent models, and the launch of the XENE during the first quarter of 2024. Actual events or results may differ materially from those projected in any of such statements due to various factors, including the Company’s ability to roll out the Xene platform as planned, the ability of the XENE Platform to transform the real estate landscape, the ability of the XENE Platform to bring together a diverse array of participants including brings banks, institutions, home builders, clients, agents, vendors, gig workers, and insurers into a seamlessly integrated and structured AI-driven environment, the ability of the XENE Platform to significantly save time and resources for all parties involved, the ability of the XENE Platform to streamline property transactions, the ability of the XENE Platform to provide a cost-effective alternative to traditional buyers' agent models and other factors discussed in the Company’s Form 10 registration statement and its subsequent filings with the SEC. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement and Safe and Green Development Corporation undertakes no obligation to revise or update this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.
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