VERB Pays Off Senior Secured Debt and Cancels Equity Line of Credit

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Verb Technology Company (Nasdaq: VERB) has fully paid off its senior secured convertible debt totaling $6.3 million ahead of schedule and terminated its equity line of credit. This repayment was made in cash, eliminating any potential equity dilution. The Common Stock Purchase Agreement allowing the sale of $50 million in newly issued shares has also been mutually terminated. Verb is known for its interactive video-based sales applications and operates the MARKET.live platform, which enhances ecommerce engagement for brands and retailers.

Positive

• Full repayment of $6.3 million convertible debt reduces financial liabilities.
• Termination of equity line of credit eliminates potential share dilution.

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• None.

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. and LEHI, Utah, Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verb Technology Company, Inc. (Nasdaq: VERB) ("VERB" or the "Company"), the leader in interactive video-based sales-enablement applications, including shoppable livestream video, announces today that it has paid off its senior secured convertible debt in full, in cash, and cancelled its equity line of credit (“ELOC”).

On January 12, 2022, the Company entered into a securities purchase agreement (the “Securities Purchase Agreement”) with three institutional investors (collectively, the “Note Holders”) providing for the sale and issuance of an aggregate original principal amount of $6,300,000 in convertible notes due 2023 (collectively the “Notes”). The Company and the Note Holders also entered into a security agreement, dated January 12, 2022 in connection with the Note Offering, pursuant to which the Company granted a security interest to the Note Holders in substantially all of its assets. Pursuant to the terms of the Securities Purchase Agreement, the Notes have been paid in full, in cash, prior to any conversion.

In addition, on January 12, 2022, the Company entered into a common stock purchase agreement (the “Common Stock Purchase Agreement”) with an institutional investor. Pursuant to the Common Stock Purchase Agreement, the Company had the right, but not the obligation, to sell to the Investor, up to $50,000,000 of newly issued shares of the Company’s common stock, subject to certain limitations and conditions. The Company has exercised its right to terminate the Common Stock Purchase Agreement effective immediately by mutual agreement of the parties.

About VERB

Verb Technology Company, Inc. (Nasdaq: VERB), the market leader in interactive video-based sales applications, transforms how businesses attract and engage customers. The Company’s MARKET.live platform is a multi-vendor, multi-presenter, livestream social shopping destination at the forefront of the convergence of ecommerce and entertainment, where hundreds of retailers, brands, creators and influencers can monetize their base of fans and followers across social media channels. The Company’s Software-as-a-Service, or SaaS platform, based on its proprietary interactive video technology, is comprised of a suite of sales enablement business software products offered on a subscription basis. Its software applications are used by hundreds of thousands of people in over 100 countries and in more than 48 languages. VERB’s clients include large sales-based enterprises as well as small business sales teams, including the sales and marketing departments of professional sports teams. With approximately 150 employees and contractors, the Company is headquartered in Lehi, Utah, and maintains offices in Newport Beach, California.

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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
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FAQ

What recent financial move did Verb Technology Company (VERB) make?

Verb Technology Company paid off its $6.3 million senior secured convertible debt in full.

What does the termination of the equity line of credit by VERB mean for shareholders?

The termination prevents potential dilution of shares for existing shareholders.

How does Verb's MARKET.live platform function?

MARKET.live is a livestream shopping platform that allows brands and retailers to engage customers through interactive video.

What agreements did Verb Technology terminate recently?

Verb terminated its Common Stock Purchase Agreement, which allowed the sale of up to $50 million in shares.

How does the recent debt repayment affect Verb's financial health?

The repayment improves Verb's financial position by reducing outstanding liabilities.