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Sabio Expected to Deliver Record Third-Quarter Revenues and Achieve Full-Year Adjusted EBITDA Profitability by End of Q3-2024, based on preliminary results

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Revenues for Q3-2024 are expected to be between US$15.5 and US$15.8 million, an increase of more than 75% compared to US$8.8 million in Q3-2023, with positive net income and a gross margin between 58% and 61% expected for Q3-2024.Expected to have achieved full-year positive Adjusted EBITDA1 by the end of the third quarter. Expected to generate positive Adjusted EBITDA1 in the fourth quarter.

TORONTO, Oct. 7, 2024 /CNW/ — Sabio Holdings Inc . (TSXV: SBIO) (OTCQB: SABOF) (the “Company” or “Sabio”), a California-based ad-tech company that specializes in delivering highly targeted ads, insights, and services in ad-supported streaming to top Fortune 100 brands, is pleased to comment on certain unaudited preliminary financial results for the third quarter ended September 30th, 2024. Unless otherwise indicated, all amounts are expressed in U.S. dollars.

The Company expects consolidated revenues for the third quarter of 2024 to be between US$15.5 million to US$15.8 million compared to US$8.8 million in the prior year’s third quarter, led by continuous double-digit growth in its core branded Connected TV/OTT ad-supported streaming business, and strong political and advocacy sales.  Additionally, Sabio is expected to have delivered a third-quarter gross margin of between 58% and 61%, and the highest third-quarter Adjusted EBITDA1 profit in its history.  As a result, the Company is expected to achieve full-year Adjusted EBITDA1 profitability by the end of Q3-2024, offsetting the US$1.6 million Adjusted EBITDA1 loss incurred in the first half of 2024 by an expected meaningful margin. In comparison, the Company had a narrow, positive Adjusted EBITDA1 of US$0.1 million in Q3-2023.

“On the back of record third quarter revenues, driven by a Connected TV/OTT ad-supported streaming business that continues to grow at double-digit rates, and a leaner and more sustainable operating cost infrastructure, we are pleased to expect to return to full-year positive Adjusted EBITDA1 profitability by end of the third quarter,” commented Sajid Premji, Sabio’s CFO.  “With the historically profitable fourth quarter still to come, we expect record positive Adjusted EBITDA1 profitability for the 2024 fiscal year and greater balance sheet flexibility going into 2025.”

 1 See “Use of Non-IFRS Measures” below.

The preliminary results set forth above are based on management’s initial review of the Company’s operating and financial results for Q3-2024 and are subject to change as these results have not been audited or reviewed. Final reported results could differ from these preliminary results following the completion of quarter-end accounting procedures, final adjustments, and other developments arising between now and the time that the Company’s financial results are finalized, and such changes could be material. The Company’s independent auditor, MNP LLP, has not audited, reviewed, or performed any procedures with respect to the accompanying preliminary financial results and other data and, accordingly, does not express an opinion or any other form of assurance with respect thereto. The preliminary results have been prepared by, and are the responsibility of, the Company’s management, and were approved by management on October 06, 2024.  The preliminary results have been reviewed by the audit committee of the Company but have not been approved by the board of directors of the Company. In addition, these preliminary results are not a comprehensive statement of the Company’s financial results for Q3-2024. They should not be viewed as a substitute for audited financial statements prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and are not necessarily indicative of the Company’s results for any future period.

A more complete description of the Company’s financial position, including a reconciliation to Adjusted EBITDA1, will be provided in the upcoming filing of the Company’s financial statements and MD&A which are anticipated to be filed on SEDAR and made available on the Company’s website before November 29, 2024.

These estimates are subject to a number of cautionary statements, assumptions, contingencies and risks as set forth in this news release.  The foregoing outlook and expectations constitute forward-looking statements and financial outlook and are qualified in their entirety by the “Forward-Looking Statements” cautionary statement below. The purpose of this financial outlook is to provide readers with early guidance regarding management’s current reasonable expectations as to the anticipated results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. Readers are cautioned that this financial outlook may not be appropriate for other purposes.

About Sabio

‍Sabio Holdings (TSXV: SBIO, OTCQB: SABOF) is a technology and services leader in the fast-growing ad-supported streaming space. Its cloud-based, end-to-end technology stack works with top blue chip, global brands and the agencies that represent them to reach, engage, and validate (R.E.V.) streaming audiences.

Sabio consists of a proprietary ad-serving technology platform that partners with the top ad-supported streaming platforms and apps in the world and App Science™, a non-cookie-based software as a service (SAAS) analytics and insights platform with AI natural language capabilities.

For more information, visit: sabio.inc

Use of Non-IFRS Measures

This press release makes reference to certain non-IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) measures including, but not limited to, Adjusted EBITDA. These measures do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS and therefore they may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies and should not be considered in isolation nor as a substitute for analysis of financial information reported under IFRS. Rather, these non-IFRS measures are provided as additional information to complement IFRS measures by providing a further understanding of operations from management’s perspective.

Management uses adjusted earnings before interest, income taxes, depreciation, and amortization (“Adjusted EBITDA”) as a key financial metric to evaluate Sabio’s operating performance as a complement to results provided in accordance with IFRS. The term “Adjusted EBITDA”, as defined by management, refers to net income (loss) before adjusting earnings for finance costs, income taxes, stock-based compensation, amortization, non-recurring items, and severance costs.

Management believes that the items excluded from Adjusted EBITDA are not connected to and do not represent the operating performance of Sabio. Management believes that Adjusted EBITDA is useful supplemental information as it provides an indication of the results generated by Sabio’s main business activities prior to taking into consideration how those activities are financed and taxed as well as expenses related to stock-based compensation, depreciation, amortization, restructuring costs, other expense (income), and foreign exchange (gain) loss. Accordingly, management believes that this measure may also be useful to investors in enhancing their understanding of Sabio’s operating performance. It is a key measure used by Sabio’s management and board of directors to understand and evaluate Sabio’s operating performance, to prepare annual budgets, and to help develop operating plans.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may contain certain forward-looking information and statements (“forward-looking information”) within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation, which is often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “believes,” “anticipates,” “plans,” “intends,” “will,” “should,” “expects,” “continue,” “estimate,” “forecasts,” or the negative thereof and other similar expressions. All statements herein other than statements of historical fact constitute forward-looking information, including but not limited to statements in respect of: the release of Q3-2024 results and consolidated revenue and Adjusted EBITDA expectations; that Sabio will deliver record third-quarter revenues, positive third-quarter net income and achieve full-year adjusted EBITDA profitability by end of Q3-2024; expected Q3-2024 revenues and gross margin; that the third quarter adjusted EBITDA will be the Company’s highest third quarter adjusted EBITDA in its history; and expected record positive adjusted EBITDA profitability for the 2024 fiscal year and greater balance sheet flexibility going into 2025. Readers are cautioned to not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to comment on analyses, expectations, or statements made by third parties in respect of the Company, its securities, or financial or operating results (as applicable). Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in forward-looking information in this press release are reasonable, such forward-looking information has been based on expectations, factors, and assumptions concerning future events that may prove to be inaccurate and are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, certain of which are beyond the Company’s control, including the effect of the macro-economic environment adversely impacting the Company’s business more than anticipated, unexpected funding and cash flow management difficulties, discrepancies in the Company’s preliminary assessment of its financial results, and the other risk factors disclosed in the Company’s filing statement and management’s discussion and analysis (MD&A), which are  publicly available on SEDAR Plus at www.sedarplus.ca. The Company has assumed that the material factors referred to herein will not cause such forward-looking statements and information to differ materially from actual results or events. However, there can be no assurance that such assumptions will reflect the actual outcome of such items or factors. The forward-looking information contained in this press release is expressly qualified by this cautionary statement and is made as of the date hereof. The Company disclaims any intention and has no obligation or responsibility, except as required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. 

This news release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities in any jurisdiction.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Service Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. 

For further information: Sajid Premji, Chief Financial Officer, investor@sabio.inc, Phone: 1.844.974.2662; Aideen McDermott, Investor Relations, investor@sabio.inc

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Ricky Power Joins Stoch Analytics as Chief Growth Officer

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NEW YORK, Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Stoch Analytics Limited, a software company based in Ireland, today announced that Ricky Power has joined the company as its Chief Growth Officer. In his new role, Mr. Power will lead the company’s sales, marketing, and business development activities.

“Stoch Analytics has an amazing team and a fantastic set of products,” said Chris Stiefeling, CEO and cofounder of Stoch Analytics. “Ricky joins us at the perfect time in our journey and will help us to unlock the incredible potential of what we have built. Ricky knows the actuarial market exceedingly well and fully appreciates the value and cost savings that we can deliver to life insurers around the world.”

Stoch Analytics develops, sells, and supports high-performance stochastic modeling solutions for the life insurance industry. These solutions include the company’s flagship Atlas software suite used for pricing, valuation and projection of insurance asset and liability portfolios. Atlas is well known for running 100 to 200 times faster than many competing products and is licensed by some of the world’s largest insurance companies. The company acquired the Atlas software suite from Oliver Wyman in 2023.

Mr. Power formerly led AXIS actuarial software sales globally at Moody’s Analytics. His focus for over a decade has been helping life insurers to find the best solutions for their actuarial modelling, financial reporting and scenario generation needs.

“The Stoch Analytics team have a long and rich history providing best of breed actuarial solutions. They have continuously modernized as they developed so customers can benefit from continuous improvement in features and functionality while enjoying unrivalled raw compute power and calculation speed,” said Ricky Power, Chief Growth Officer of Stoch Analytics. “I am very excited to join the team to support our growing customer base.”

About Stoch Analytics Limited

At Stoch Analytics, we deliver industry-leading modeling solutions to help life insurers navigate the stochastic world. Our flagship Atlas actuarial modeling suite has been in production at top insurers around the globe for more than 20 years. Formerly part of Oliver Wyman, we opened a new chapter by establishing Stoch Analytics in 2023, enabling us to focus on providing software and services for actuarial and risk management applications. For more information, visit www.stochanalytics.com.

Media Contact:
inquiries@stochanalytics.com 

 

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CobbleStone Software’s Highly-Anticipated User Conference Is Only Days Away

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The 2024 CobbleStone Software user conference is taking place next week in vibrant Las Vegas.

PRINCETON, N.J., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — CobbleStone Software – a recognized Leader in contract lifecycle management (CLM) according to the SPARK Matrix™ Report – continues its tradition of hosting an immersive and educational conference event from October 16th to the 18th.

“Attendees will have a great time networking with like-minded individuals within the contract management space, and we look forward to hosting and educating about the vast benefits of efficient AI powered CLM solutions,” – Bradford Jones, VP of Sales and Marketing at CobbleStone

Attendees can expect a powerful conference packed with industry speakers, an exciting agenda, interactive workshops, and much more. Surrounded by contract management and procurement leaders, innovators, and experts, attendees will be exposed to great networking opportunities. With a high number of registrants, CobbleStone® is prepared to maintain its successful user conference track record by engaging with CobbleStone Contract Insight® users and prospective users next week.

While the conference will take place from Wednesday, October 16th to Friday, October 18th, prospective users have registered for a one-day-only complimentary contract management conference on Thursday, October 17th.

Some conference highlights will include:

Thought leadershipNetworking opportunitiesInteractive sessionsCLE sessionsExciting keynote speakerAnd much more

To view the full conference agenda, click here.

“We are very excited that attendees are days away from witnessing the immersive and thought-provoking conference. Attendees will have a great time networking with like-minded individuals within the contract management space, and we look forward to hosting and educating about the vast benefits of efficient AI powered CLM solutions,” says Bradford Jones, VP of Sales and Marketing at CobbleStone Software.

Contact CobbleStone Software for a free demo.

For more information, email Sales@CobbleStoneSoftware.com or call 866-330-0056.

About CobbleStone Software:

CobbleStone Software is a celebrated leader in contract management software solutions whose flagship CLM software solution – CobbleStone Contract Insight – expedites contract management, vendor management, eProcurement, and eSourcing processes while offering seamless integrations, ease-of-use, and high scalability. CobbleStone’s contract lifecycle management solutions provide simplified contract and vendor tracking, highly configurable email alerts, user-friendly calendar notifications, intelligent contract workflow automation, highly robust security options, streamlined authoring of contract templates with dynamic clauses, centralized revenue/cost management, detailed text indexing and searching, future-minded vendor/client ratings, robust document version control, custom contract management reports, speedy IntelliSign® electronic signatures, more intelligent contracts with VISDOM® artificial intelligence and machine learning, and more.

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To stay up to date on contract lifecycle management industry trends and news, subscribe to CobbleStone’s Contract Insights blog.

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Simran Bains, CobbleStone Software, 866-330-0056, Marketing@CobbleStoneSoftware.com, https://www.cobblestonesoftware.com/ 

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aelf and Gaia Hosted Hello [AI], Bringing Together AI and Blockchain Innovators at TOKEN2049 Week

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aelf’s AI-themed event kicked off Singapore’s TOKEN2049 week, paving the way for the future of AI-blockchain integration

SINGAPORE, Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — aelf, a leading AI-enhanced Layer 1 blockchain network, hosted Hello [AI] on 16 September 2024, with co-host Gaia. The event successfully kicked off Singapore’s TOKEN2049 week, attracting a capacity crowd of AI and blockchain enthusiasts, industry experts, and Web3 innovators at SKAI Loft, Swissôtel. Attendees included AI and blockchain enthusiasts, developers, industry experts, and Web3 leaders, looking to explore the fusion of AI and blockchain.

Supported by Google Cloud and Microsoft, and featuring partners such as Asia Blockchain Gaming Alliance (ABGA), NEAR, Plug and Play, Sapien, and SchellingAI, Hello [AI] underscored the growing synergy between AI and blockchain. The event provided a vibrant platform for discussion, thought leadership, and networking, signalling the critical role blockchain technologies will play in the future of digital innovation.

Advancing the AI-Blockchain Dialogue

At the heart of Hello [AI] was a focus on AI and blockchain integration. Brian Liang, COO of aelf, delivered the keynote, sharing aelf’s vision of an AI-enhanced blockchain ecosystem.

He emphasised the importance of community engagement in shaping this future and highlighted key developments from aelf’s Whitepaper v2. This includes aelf’s recent successful deployment of AI-powered audits for smart contracts and the integration of machine learning for smart contract optimisation. Liang also revealed upcoming developments, such as the rollout of aelf’s AI oracle and the use of natural language processing (NLP) to simplify smart contract creation.

Panel Discussion: AI-Powered Blockchain Application

A lively panel discussion moderated by Khaniff Lau, Business Development Director at aelf, featured key figures exploring the future of AI-enhanced blockchain applications. Panellists included Sydney Lai, Head of Developer Advocacy at Gaia; Steve Shirkey, Director of Azure AI for ANZ, ASEAN, and Korea at Microsoft; Chris May, Head of Global Sales at Sapien; and CC Chen, AI Blockchain Expert at Google Cloud.

The panel explored the potential of AI-powered blockchain applications, delving into real-world use cases and addressing challenges such as AI hallucinations. The panellists shared insights on improving the integration of AI in decentralised applications, enhancing interoperability between AI and blockchain systems, and overcoming technical barriers to adoption.

Fireside Chat: Can AI Become Truly Decentralised?

In a thought-provoking fireside chat moderated by Khaniff Lau, Emad Mostaque, Founder of Schelling AI, and Luki Song, Head of Ecosystem & Strategy at Chainbase, explored the potential for AI to not just exist within decentralised systems, but to actively function in a fully decentralized manner.

This discussion highlighted blockchain’s capacity to address key concerns around data ethics, trust in algorithms, and the infrastructure necessary to support decentralised AI, while offering insights into how decentralisation could reshape the AI landscape.

Interactive On-Chain Entertainment and Engagement

Beyond discussions, Hello [AI] offered on-chain, hands-on experiences. Attendees gamified their event participation by voting for music genres via TMRWDAO‘s Votigram bot on Telegram, weaving decentralisation into entertainment. Guests also collected Crypto Boxes, with rewards in the form of $ELF tokens, and $SGR tokens from Project Schrodinger, the world’s first AI-powered 404 NFT collection. These elements showcased blockchain’s ability to seamlessly integrate into real-world experiences and provide tangible rewards through decentralised technologies.

aelf’s Vision for a Decentralised, AI-Enhanced Future

Hello [AI] kickstarted this year’s TOKEN2049 and signified aelf’s pivotal role in advancing decentralised AI and blockchain technologies. The success of Hello [AI] sets the stage for aelf’s role as a pioneer in AI and blockchain convergence. “We are excited by the collective brilliance and shared vision within our community,” said Brian Liang. “As we continue to evolve, we invite more innovators to help us shape the future of Web3.” As aelf continues to lead the way in AI-blockchain integration, Hello [AI] underscored the network’s commitment to building a decentralised, AI-enhanced future for the global Web3 ecosystem.

Stay updated on aelf’s news and engage with the aelf community on:

Website: https://aelf.com 

Telegram: https://t.me/aelfblockchain  

Discord: https://discord.gg/aelfblockchain

About aelf

aelf, an AI-enhanced Layer 1 blockchain network, leverages the robust C# programming language for efficiency and scalability across its sophisticated multi-layered architecture. Founded in 2017 with its global hub in Singapore, aelf is a pioneer in the industry, leading Asia in evolving blockchain with state-of-the-art AI integration and modular Layer 2 ZK Rollup technology, ensuring an efficient, low-cost, and highly secure platform that is both developer and end-user friendly. Aligned with its progressive vision, aelf is committed to fostering innovation within its ecosystem and remains dedicated to advancing Web3 and AI technology adoption.

For more information about aelf, please refer to our Whitepaper V2.0: https://docs.aelf.com/resources/whitepaper-2/ 

About Gaia

Gaia is a pioneering decentralized AI platform dedicated to transforming knowledge into a dynamic, secure, and collaborative ecosystem. By bridging the gap between centralized AI solutions and open-source models, Gaia offers a unique network of living knowledge organisms that adapt and grow continuously. Our platform empowers knowledge holders to protect and monetize their intellectual property while enabling developers to build innovative, smarter applications on top of a secure, evolving foundation. With a commitment to privacy, adaptability, and collaboration, Gaia is redefining the future of AI, making knowledge a vibrant, protected, and accessible resource for all.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this press announcement is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or investment advice. aelf makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information provided in this press announcement. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. Blockchain technology and cryptocurrency involve inherent risks, including but not limited to market volatility, regulatory changes, and potential security vulnerabilities. By accessing and using the information provided in this press announcement, you agree to indemnify and hold aelf, its officers, directors, employees, and agents harmless from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of or in connection with your use of the information. aelf reserves all rights not expressly granted in this press announcement.

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