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Cemtrex Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results

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Brooklyn, NY, May 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — – Cemtrex Inc. (NASDAQ: CETX, CETXP), a technology company driving innovation in Internet of Things (IoT), security, machine vision & artificial intelligence, and augmented & virtual reality, has reported its financial and operational results for the second quarter ended March 31, 2022.

Key Second Quarter 2022 and Subsequent Highlights

  • Revenue increased 37% to $12.7 million compared to $9.3 million in Q2’21.
  • Announced a strategic shift towards prioritizing its core businesses, in particular Vicon Industries, its security technology brand to maximize shareholder value, drive long term growth, and profitability. In conjunction with the strategy shift to bolster its Advanced Technologies segment, Cemtrex is exploring the divestiture of one or more business units to support its refocus.
  • Received a $1.2 million order through its Advanced Technology Segment from a large correctional facility, and current customer, in Oregon to upgrade its security technology system with new hardware and software.
  • Second investment of $0.5 million into Masterpiece Studio (formerly MasterPieceVR), a developer of a professional desktop and VR application suite that offers 3D content creation tools, primarily for virtual reality and the Metaverse.
  • onXRP.com, a leading technology and content platform which provides user-driven innovation to the XRP Ledger (XRPL), and CXR, a subsidiary of Cemtrex, partnered to create a set of modular extensions that will help further develop the onXRP ecosystem.
  • Regained compliance with Nasdaq Audit Committee composition requirements.
  • Showcased Vicon’s end-to-end technology solutions at ISC West Conference.

Management Commentary

Cemtrex Chairman and CEO, Saagar Govil, commented on the results: “During the second quarter we continued to see significant revenue improvement in our Advanced Technologies and Industrial Services segments from the improved economic climate. This momentum, combined with a thorough review of our business units, created the opportunity for us to commence a strategic shift toward refocusing efforts on our core businesses going forward. In particular, we believe Vicon Industries has enormous untapped potential with escalating demand as end-users seek a reliable source of video surveillance and access control technologies fit for today’s highly dynamic environment. During the quarter, Vicon received an upgrade order for $1.2 million from a from a large correctional facility, and current customer, in Oregon that further validated its technology. We expect Vicon to move towards $5-10 million of recurring revenue in the next three to five years as the industry shifts to SaaS solutions leveraging AI and cloud technology solutions.

“In conjunction with this new focus, we continue to evaluate a range of operational and financial alternatives including the sale of one or more of the company’s business units. We are also taking steps to address rising costs by increasing prices and reducing overhead where possible. We believe these steps will improve gross margins back to higher levels with the goal to return to positive EBITDA for FY 2023. We believe this approach is the best path to unlocking significant shareholder value in moving forward and will allow us to prioritize our security business and our Industrial Services segment that continues to be a strong source of cash flow with high repeat business and a well-known reputation.

“Along with improving year over year revenues, the second quarter of 2022 was highlighted by the development of key partnerships with technology companies in blockchain and VR. Looking ahead, we remain focused on our top line growth with investments in our sales and marketing program, ongoing research and development, and advancing our technology partnerships. Vicon will be launching a proprietary AI based analytics solution later this year as well as major improvements to its core software platform Valerus, which will further drive growth. We believe our new focus will further position us for long-term growth and remain optimistic that our revenue will continue to improve,” concluded Govil.

Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results

Revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2022, and 2021 was $12.7 million and $9.3 million, respectively, an increase of 37%. Revenue for the six months ended March 31, 2022, and 2021 was $23.4 million and $18.1, respectively, an increase of 29%. This increase is mainly due to an improvement in economic conditions from the impact of the COVID-19 crisis during the same period last year. The Advanced Technologies segment revenues for the three months ended March 31, 2022, increased by 41% to $7.7 million, and the Industrial Services segment revenues for quarter increased by 33%, to $5.0 million.

Gross Profit for the second quarter of 2022 was $4.1 million, or 32% of revenues as compared to gross profit of $3.9 million, or 42% of revenues for the year ago period. Gross profit decreased primarily due to increased freight charges and supply chain shortages.

Total operating expenses for three months ended March 31, 2022, were $7.9 million, compared to $5.9 million in the prior year’s quarter.

Operating activities for continuing operations used $7.2 million for the six months ended March 31, 2022 compared to using $2.9 million of cash for the six months ended March 31, 2021.

Net loss for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 was $4.7 million, as compared to a net income of $2.4 million in 2021. Net loss increased in the first quarter as compared to the same period last year primarily due to costs of revenues and operating expenses.

Cash and cash equivalents totaled $9.0 million at March 31, 2022, as compared to $15.4 million at September 30, 2021.

About Cemtrex

Cemtrex, Inc. (CETX) is a leading multi-industry technology company that is driving innovation in markets such as Internet of Things (IoT), Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR & VR), and Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision (AI & CV) in a wide range of sectors, including consumer products, industrial manufacturing, digital applications, and intelligent security & surveillance systems. www.cemtrex.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements relating to the closing of an offering, gross proceeds from an offering, our new product offerings, expected use of proceeds, or any proposed fundraising activities. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those set forth in or implied by such forward looking statements. Statements made herein are as of the date of this press release and should not be relied upon as of any subsequent date. These risks and uncertainties are discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” contained in our Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All information in this press release is as of the date of the release and we undertake no duty to update this information unless required by law.


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Oncolytics Biotech® Announces Upcoming Presentations at the American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting

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SAN DIEGO and CALGARY, AB, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Oncolytics Biotech® Inc. (NASDAQ: ONCY) (TSX: ONC), a leading clinical-stage company specializing in immunotherapy for oncology, today announced the acceptance of two abstracts at the 2024 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting, which is taking place from May 31 – June 4, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois. Details on the abstracts and poster presentation are shown below.

Title: Phase 1/2 randomized, open-label, multicenter, Simon two-stage study of pelareorep combined with modified FOLFIRINOX +/- atezolizumab in patients with metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma.
Presentation Type: PosterAbstract Number: TPS4203Session Title: Gastrointestinal Cancer – Gastroesophageal, Pancreatic, and HepatobiliarySession Date and Time: June 1, 2024, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. CTTitle: Pelareorep driven blood TIL expansion in patients with pancreatic, breast and colon cancer.Presentation Type: Online abstractAbstract Number: e14625
Abstracts will be published on the ASCO Annual Meeting website at 5:00 p.m. ET on May 23, 2024.
About Oncolytics Biotech Inc.
Oncolytics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing pelareorep, an intravenously delivered immunotherapeutic agent. Pelareorep has demonstrated promising results in two randomized Phase 2 studies in metastatic breast cancer and Phase 1 and 2 studies in pancreatic cancer. It acts by inducing anti-cancer immune responses and promotes an inflamed tumor phenotype — turning “cold” tumors “hot” — through innate and adaptive immune responses to treat a variety of cancers.
Pelareorep has demonstrated synergies with multiple approved oncology treatments. Oncolytics is currently conducting and planning combination clinical trials with pelareorep in solid and hematological malignancies as it advances towards registrational studies in metastatic breast cancer and pancreatic cancer, both of which have received Fast Track designation from the FDA. For further information, please visit: www.oncolyticsbiotech.com or follow the company on social media on LinkedIn and on X @oncolytics.
 
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Internet of Things (IoT) Market to Expand at a Stellar 19.4% CAGR through 2031 | SkyQuest Technology

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WESTFORD, Mass., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — SkyQuest projects that the Internet of Things (IoT) Market will attain a value of USD 1572.37 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 19.4% over the forecast period (2024-2031). Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the network of connected devices over the internet that are embedded with sensors and software. Growing adoption of automation around the world and advancements in connected device technologies are forecasted to be key factors driving the Internet of Things (IoT) market growth in the future.

Download a detailed overview:
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Browse in-depth TOC on “Internet of Things (IoT) Market”
Pages – 197Tables – 69Figures – 75Internet of Things (IoT) Market Overview:
Report Coverage
Details
Market Revenue in 2023
$ 380.6 billion
Estimated Value by 2031
$1572.37 billion
Growth Rate
Poised to grow at a CAGR of 19.4%
Forecast Period
2024–2031
Forecast Units
Value (USD Billion)
Report Coverage
Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered
Component Type, Application, and Region
Geographies Covered
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the world
Report Highlights
Updated financial information / product portfolio of players
Key Market Opportunities
Rising demand for connected healthcare and growing use of industrial automation solutions
Key Market Drivers
Advancements in connectivity and connected device technologies
 
 
Hardware is Estimated to Dominate the Global Market Share Owing to High Use of Hardware Components in IoT
Hardware components such as sensors and actuators are highly vital to the proper functioning of any kind of Internet of Things (IoT) device. Growing adoption of IoT devices in different industry verticals for various applications is promoting market growth via this segment. The development of new hardware solutions also helps this segment maintain its dominance.
Smart Agriculture is the Fastest-growing Segment Owing to Rising Adoption of Precision Agriculture Practice
Rising emphasis on improving agricultural yield and sustainability has resulted in the growing adoption of smart agriculture and precision agriculture practices. IoT devices play a crucial role in monitoring and controlling different elements of a smart agriculture setup that is mostly automated using different smart devices thereby contributing to the IoT market growth as well.
Growing Adoption of 5G Technology Allowing North America to Dominate the Global Internet of Things (IoT) Market
Rapid adoption of 5G technology and high use of cloud-based platforms are key factors allowing North America to lead the demand for Internet of Things (IoT) around the world. Surging investments in the research and development of advanced technologies and the presence of key tech giants such as Amazon, Google, IBM, and Microsoft also helps the dominance of this region. Canada and the United States remain the most lucrative markets for Internet of Things (IoT) companies in North America through 2031.
Request Free Customization of this report:
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Internet of Things (IoT) Market Insights:
Drivers
Advancements in connectivity and connected device technologies.Growing demand for Industrial IoT (IIoT) solutions.Increasing number of smart cities and development of smart infrastructure.Restraints
Lack of standardization of IoT devices and technologies.Privacy and data security issues.Interoperability challenges and complex integration scenarios.Prominent Players in Internet of Things (IoT) Market
MicrosoftCisco SystemsIntelSiemens (Germany)AWS (US)Oracle (US)Qualcomm (UK)SAP (Germany)IBM (US)Google (US)View report summary and Table of Contents (TOC):
https://www.skyquestt.com/report/internet-of-things-market
Key Questions Answered in Internet of Things (IoT) Market Report
What are the top drivers for Internet of Things (IoT) market going forward?Who are the leading Internet of Things (IoT) market players?Where will demand for Internet of Things (IoT) be high?Which component accounts for a dominant revenue share of the global Internet of Things (IoT) market?This report provides the following insights:
Analysis of key drivers (advancements in connectivity and connected device technologies, growing demand for industrial IoT (IIoT), development of smart infrastructure for smart cities, growing use of smart devices ), restraints (lack of standardization, complexities in integration, concerns regarding security and privacy of data), and opportunities (rising popularity of connected healthcare, increasing adoption of Industry 4.0, rising use of industrial automation), influencing the growth of Internet of Things (IoT) market.Market Penetration: All-inclusive analysis of product portfolio of different market players and status of new product launches.Product Development/Innovation: Elaborate assessment of R&D activities, new product development, and upcoming trends of the Internet of Things (IoT) market.Market Development: Detailed analysis of potential regions where the market has potential to grow.Market Diversification: Comprehensive assessment of new product launches, recent developments, and emerging regional markets.Competitive Landscape: Detailed analysis of growth strategies, revenue analysis, and product innovation by new and established market players.Related Reports:
Global Internet of Things in Retail Market
Global Internet of Things (IoT) in Agriculture Market
Global Internet of Things (IoT) Microcontroller Market
Global IOT In Healthcare Market
Global IOT in Manufacturing Market
About Us:
SkyQuest is an IP focused Research and Investment Bank and Accelerator of Technology and assets. We provide access to technologies, markets and finance across sectors viz. Life Sciences, CleanTech, AgriTech, NanoTech and Information & Communication Technology.
We work closely with innovators, inventors, innovation seekers, entrepreneurs, companies and investors alike in leveraging external sources of R&D. Moreover, we help them in optimizing the economic potential of their intellectual assets. Our experiences with innovation management and commercialization has expanded our reach across North America, Europe, ASEAN and Asia Pacific. 
Contact:
Mr. Jagraj Singh Skyquest Technology1 Apache Way,Westford,Massachusetts 01886USA (+1) 351-333-4748Email: [email protected] Our Website: https://www.skyquestt.com/

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Sapiens Unveils Enhanced Reinsurance and Analytics Solution Catering to Evolving Market Demands

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Latest version enhances operational efficiency, regulatory reporting, and strategic decision-making with robust business insights
ROCHELLE PARK, N.J., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sapiens International Corporation, (NASDAQ: SPNS) (TASE: SPNS), a leading global provider of software solutions for the insurance industry, today announced the launch of its latest version of Sapiens ReinsuranceMaster.

The new release of Version 9 brings a multitude of enhancements and technology stack updates, designed to empower insurers and reinsurers with robust, enriched functionality to support business requirements. This includes automating global inter-company retrocession, facilitating U.S. NAIC statutory reporting (Schedule F), and real-time reinsurance allocation support (‘reinsurance as a service’).
The latest release offers a multitude of enhancements, with one of the standout features being the seamless integration of Sapiens Intelligence with Sapiens ReinsuranceMaster. This integration empowers users with advanced data capabilities and actionable insights through out-of-the-box reinsurance reports and analytics of the reinsurance portfolio’s performance.
In addition, the new release brings significant improvements to the user experience, with a revamped user interface, enhancements in processing performance through improvements and parallel processing mechanisms, improved scalability and operability. 
“With the growing significance of reinsurance in today’s volatile environment, our latest version of Sapiens ReinsuranceMaster with Sapiens Intelligence offers even greater value to insurers and reinsurers, catering to the ever-changing demands of this dynamic market,” said Roni Al-Dor, Sapiens President & CEO. “Leveraging the shared experience from our other products as well as requirements from our global client base, the solution is now very well-positioned to support global automation of complex reinsurance programs and provide management with insights into reinsurance performance as well as statutory reporting.”  
Sapiens ReinsuranceMaster is a comprehensive, single platform for large and multi-national reinsurance programs, providing full financial control and flexibility across all lines of business. The solution supports the entire range of reinsurance contracts, providing full support for all auditing requirements and a consolidated view of liabilities and risks, as well as helping prevent financial leakage.
Sapiens Intelligence, now a fully integrated component of Sapiens ReinsuranceMaster v.9, produces actionable insights to maximize the value of data and KPIs for smarter decision making, improving reinsurance business management.
About Sapiens  
Sapiens International Corporation (NASDAQ and TASE: SPNS) empowers the financial sector, with a focus on insurance, to transform and become digital, innovative, and agile. With more than 40 years of industry expertise, Sapiens’ cloud-based SaaS insurance platform offers pre-integrated, low-code capabilities across core, data, and digital domains to accelerate our customers’ digital transformation. Serving over 600 customers in more than 30 countries, Sapiens offers insurers across property and casualty, workers’ compensation, and life insurance markets the most comprehensive set of solutions, from core to complementary, including Reinsurance, Financial & Compliance, Data & Analytics, Digital, and Decision Management. For more information visit https://sapiens.com or follow us on LinkedIn  
Investor and Media Contact : Yaffa Cohen-Ifrah Sapiens Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Investor Relations Email: [email protected] 
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Certain matters discussed in this press release that are incorporated herein and therein by reference are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act, Section 21E of the Exchange Act and the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that are based on our beliefs, assumptions and expectations, as well as information currently available to us. Such forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “may,” “will,” “plan” and similar expressions. Such statements reflect our current views with respect to future events and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties. There are important factors that could cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to:  the degree of our success in our plans to leverage our global footprint to grow our sales; the degree of our success in integrating the companies that we have acquired through the implementation of our M&A growth strategy; the lengthy development cycles for our solutions, which may frustrate our ability to realize revenues and/or profits from our potential new solutions; our lengthy and complex sales cycles, which do not always result in the realization of revenues; the degree of our success in retaining our existing customers or competing effectively for greater market share; the global macroeconomic environment, including headwinds caused by inflation, relatively high interest rates, potentially unfavorable currency exchange rate movements, and uncertain economic conditions, and their impact on our revenues, profitability and cash flows; difficulties in successfully planning and managing changes in the size of our operations; the frequency of the long-term, large, complex projects that we perform that involve complex estimates of project costs and profit margins, which sometimes change mid-stream; the challenges and potential liability that heightened privacy laws and regulations pose to our business; occasional disputes with clients, which may adversely impact our results of operations and our reputation; various intellectual property issues related to our business; potential unanticipated product vulnerabilities or cybersecurity breaches of our or our customers’ systems; risks related to the insurance industry in which our clients operate; risks associated with our global sales and operations, such as changes in regulatory requirements, wide-spread viruses and epidemics like the coronavirus epidemic,  and fluctuations in currency exchange rates; and risks related to our principal location in Israel and our status as a Cayman Islands company.
While we believe such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, should one or more of the underlying assumptions prove incorrect, or these risks or uncertainties materialize, our actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Please read the risks discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2023, to be filed in the near future, in order to review conditions that we believe could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements. You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee that future results, levels of activity, performance and events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or will occur. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason, to conform these statements to actual results or to changes in our expectations.
 
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