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HIVE Blockchain Reports Third Quarter Financial Results
HIVE Blockchain Technologies Ltd. (TSX.V:HIVE) (OTCQX:HVBTF) (the “Company” or “HIVE”) announces its results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2019 (all amounts in US dollars, unless otherwise indicated).
“I am pleased to report a healthy profit in the third fiscal quarter driven by our ongoing efforts since the end of 2018 to increase transparency, accountability and profitability across our mining operations,” said Frank Holmes, Interim Executive Chairman of HIVE. “Notably, our decision to restructure operations at our flagship Ethereum mining facility in Sweden paid off as we generated a strong increase in gross mining profitability vs prior periods under our previous service provider relationship, which ceased in November. Additionally, we benefited during the quarter and subsequently from our prudent decision to suspend Bitcoin cloud mining operations to avoid mining at a loss due to the significant increase in mining difficulty combined with declining Bitcoin prices in the second half of calendar 2019.
“These decisions have strengthened our balance sheet; we also recently lowered our cost base while increasing our cost certainty by entering into hedging arrangements related to our electrical expenses in Sweden. Combined, these will enable us to make appropriate investments to drive future growth.
“We are extremely excited as we look ahead in 2020 and the potential for further improvements to the profitability of our Ethereum mining operations,” added Mr. Holmes. “Institutional adoption of blockchain technology, including Ethereum, is rising. And Ethereum market conditions for miners have improved thus far this year: daily block rewards increased in January and coin prices have rebounded significantly over the past few months while the network hash rate has been relatively stable. Additionally, it is anticipated the Ethereum network will implement Programmatic Proof of Work this year, which would effectively eliminate ASIC mining on the network, thereby increasing the relative efficiency of GPU mining facilities such as HIVE’s.
“We continue to evaluate expansion opportunities globally, with a preference towards maintaining 100% green energy, and look forward to providing further updates on our progress through the year.”
Q3 F2020 Highlights
- Generated income from digital currency mining of $5.0 million
- Generated gross mining margin of $3.8 million from mining of digital currencies
- Mining output of newly minted digital currencies:
- 23,175 Ethereum
- 33,190 Ethereum Classic
- 127 Bitcoin
- Generated net income of $3.4 million for the period
- Net cash less loans payables decreased to $3.2 million due to cash used in operations, reflecting upfront energy costs paid during the quarter in Sweden for which the Company anticipates receiving energy rebates in the future, with digital currencies assets at $3.4 million, as at December 31, 2019
- Working capital increased to $11.8 million
Financial Review
For the quarter ended December 31, 2019, income from digital currency mining was $5.0 million, a decrease of approximately 41% from the same period in the prior year primarily due to the Company’s suspension of 200 PH/s of its ASIC cloud mining capacity at the beginning of October, 2019 and the remaining 100 PH/s in December 2019 due to worsening Bitcoin mining market conditions as coin prices declined while mining difficulty and network hash rates increased to a record high. Third quarter income from digital currency mining was produced from 24.2 MW of GPU production capacity, and 100 PH/s of cloud mining capacity for a partial quarter.
Gross mining margin during the third quarter of fiscal 2020 was $3.8 million, or 77% of income. It was approximately $1.1 million excluding the reversal of a value added tax (“VAT”) provision in Switzerland related to historical periods originally recorded in the second quarter of fiscal 2020, as well as upfront energy costs paid during the quarter in Sweden for which the Company anticipates receiving energy rebates in the future. This compares to ($2.2) million, or -27%, in the same period in the prior year. Excluding the impact of the reversal of VAT and upfront energy costs noted above, the increase in mining margin was driven by an improvement in the profitability of the Company’s Ethereum mining operations in Sweden due to a change in its service provider relationship, as partially offset by a reduction in Bitcoin mining profitability.
Net income and comprehensive income during the third quarter of fiscal 2020 was $3.6 million, or $0.01 per share, compared to a loss of $36.2 million, or $0.12 per share, in the same period in the prior year. The increase was driven primarily by the improvement in gross mining margin, an impairment charge taken in Q3 of fiscal 2019, and a decrease in depreciation expenses in fiscal 2020 stemming from impairments taken in the prior fiscal year.
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Three months ended December 31, |
Nine months ended December 31, |
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|
2019 |
2018 |
2019 |
2018 |
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|
Income from digital currency mining |
$ |
5,003,944 |
$ |
8,449,545 |
$ |
26,135,552 |
$ |
25,633,426 |
||
|
Operating and maintenance costs of digital currency mining |
(1,170,145) |
(10,694,763) |
(19,296,937) |
(19,574,719) |
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|
Gross Mining Margin1 |
3,833,799 |
(2,245,218) |
6,838,615 |
6,058,707 |
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|
Gross Mining Margin %1 |
77% |
-27% |
26% |
24% |
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|
Depreciation |
(1,345,212) |
(9,392,790) |
(3,850,241) |
(19,220,035) |
||||||
|
Gross gain (loss) |
2,488,587 |
(11,638,008) |
2,988,374 |
(13,161,328) |
||||||
|
Revaluation of digital currencies2 |
(727,064) |
(4,602,879) |
(2,639,579) |
(13,772,008) |
||||||
|
Gain (loss) on sale of digital currencies |
107,960 |
(1,825,637) |
261,681 |
(2,925,350) |
||||||
|
General and administrative expenses |
(1,125,864) |
(967,656) |
(3,791,320) |
(3,225,862) |
||||||
|
Impairment |
– |
(15,967,785) |
– |
(30,714,205) |
||||||
|
Foreign Exchange |
2,860,408 |
(895,312) |
(302,211) |
(2,745,910) |
||||||
|
Share-based compensation |
(62,220) |
(531,587) |
(371,119) |
(789,949) |
||||||
|
Realized gain on investment |
||||||||||
|
Unrealized gain on investments |
– |
– |
1,531,464 |
– |
||||||
|
Finance expense |
(153,792) |
4,886 |
(261,314) |
(11,856) |
||||||
|
Tax expense (recovery) |
– |
– |
– |
(50,000) |
||||||
|
Net income (loss) from continuing operations |
$ |
3,388,015 |
$ |
(36,423,978) |
$ |
(2,584,024) |
$ |
(67,396,468) |
||
|
EBITDA1 |
$ |
4,887,019 |
$ |
(27,036,074) |
$ |
(3,933) |
$ |
(48,114,577) |
||
|
Adjusted EBITDA1 |
$ |
5,676,303 |
$ |
(21,901,608) |
$ |
3,006,765 |
$ |
(33,552,620) |
||
|
Diluted income (loss) per share |
$ |
0.01 |
$ |
(0.12) |
$ |
(0.01) |
$ |
(0.22) |
||
|
Net cash inflows (outflows) from operating activities |
$ |
(2,404,273) |
$ |
(6,448,079) |
$ |
(1,216,180) |
$ |
(1,583,101) |
||
|
Net cash inflows (outflows) from investing activities |
$ |
– |
$ |
– |
$ |
– |
$ |
(7,305,432) |
||
|
Net cash inflows (outflows) from financing activities |
$ |
– |
$ |
19,253 |
$ |
306,712 |
$ |
355,437 |
||
|
As at |
December 31, 2019 |
March 31, 2019 |
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|
Total assets |
$ |
26,176,194 |
$ |
27,761,197 |
||||||
|
Total non-current liabilities |
$ |
290,915 |
$ |
– |
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(1) |
Gross mining margin equates to income from digital mining less operating and maintenance costs and is a non-IFRS measure; see Non-IFRS Measures in MD&A for reconciliation |
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(2) |
Revaluation is calculated as the change in value (gain or loss) on the coin inventory. When coins are sold, the net difference between the proceeds and the carrying value of the digital currency (including the revaluation), is recorded as a gain (loss) on the sale of digital currencies |
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(3) |
EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are non-IFRS measures; see Non-IFRS Measures in MD&A for reconciliation |
Financial Statements and MD&A
The Company’s Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) thereon for the three and nine months ended December 31, 2019 will be accessible on SEDAR at www.sedar.com under HIVE’s profile and on the Company’s website at www.HIVEblockchain.com.
Webcast Details
Management will host a webcast on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 9:00 am Eastern Time to discuss the Company’s financial results. Presenting on the webcast will be Frank Holmes, Interim Executive Chairman and Darcy Daubaras, Chief Financial Officer. IMPORTANT- Click here to register for the webcast.
SOURCE HIVE Blockchain Technologies Ltd.
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THE 10 KG 99.99% PURE GOLD THE DANCE SCREEN (THE SCREAM TOO), A ONE-OF-A-KIND COIN FROM THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT, SURPASSES $1.5 MILLION AT HEFFEL AUCTION
OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Royal Canadian Mint is delighted that the one-of-a-kind 2024 10 kg 99.99% Pure Gold Coin – The Dance Screen (The Scream Too), an exquisite numismatic tribute to the art of acclaimed Haida master carver Chief 7IDANsuu (James Hart), sold for $1,561,250.00 CAD (including Buyer’s Premium), after a live auction conducted by Heffel Fine Art Auction House (Heffel). This rare, pure gold masterpiece was sold to an anonymous bidder on November 20, 2024, and beat the previous record for a coin offered at auction in Canada, held by The Ultimate, a one kilo pure platinum coin also produced by the Royal Canadian Mint.
“We are thrilled by the collector interest in this unique coin and delighted that the skill of the Royal Canadian Mint and the talent of Chief 7IDANsuu (James Hart) have been recognized by the buyer of this rare and beautiful 10 kg pure gold masterpiece,” said Marie Lemay, President and CEO of the Royal Canadian Mint.
“It has been an extraordinary privilege to auction The Dance Screen (The Scream Too) 10kg pure gold coin,” said David Heffel, President of Heffel Fine Art Auction House. “The profoundly significant artwork by the esteemed Chief James Hart, showcased on its face, stands as an enduring icon of Canadian art, embodying the rich traditions and cultural narratives of the Haida Nation. We are honoured to have placed this masterpiece in a distinguished collection and look forward to seeing its legacy continue to inspire.”
Impeccably crafted from 10 kg of 99.99% pure Canadian gold, The Dance Screen (The Scream Too) re–creates carved images from the original red cedar panel carved by Chief 7IDANsuu on its reverse. The reverse design of the flagship coin of the 2024 Opulence Collection brings together traditional Haida figures—a Shaman, the Beaver, Raven, Eagle, Frog, Orca and Mother Bear with cubs—whose life deeply depends on the Salmon, represented in human and animal form along the edge. Six pearlescent pieces of responsibly sourced abalone shell are inlayed along the coin’s edge, where their aquatic hues shimmer in the light and their shapes evoke the Haida copper shields that serve as traditional markers of wealth. The imposing coin’s obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Canadian artist Steven Rosati, surrounded by an engraving of subtle sketch lines from the original carving.
About the Royal Canadian Mint
The Royal Canadian Mint is the Crown corporation responsible for the minting and distribution of Canada’s circulation coins. The Mint is one of the largest and most versatile mints in the world, producing award-winning collector coins, market-leading bullion products, as well as Canada’s prestigious military and civilian honours.
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The fintech landscape continues to redefine itself, driven by innovation, partnerships, and groundbreaking strategies. Today’s roundup focuses on the latest digital wallet offerings, evolving payment trends, strategic collaborations, and notable funding achievements. This editorial explores the broader implications of these developments, casting light on how they shape the future of fintech and beyond.
Beacon’s Digital Wallet for Immigrants: A Gateway to Financial Inclusion
Beacon Financial, a leading player in financial technology, recently launched a digital wallet tailored to meet the unique needs of immigrants moving to Canada. This offering bridges a critical gap, enabling seamless financial integration for newcomers navigating a foreign system.
By combining intuitive technology with user-centric features, Beacon aims to empower immigrants with tools for payments, savings, and remittances. This aligns with the growing demand for tailored financial products that resonate with specific demographics.
Op-Ed Insight:
Financial inclusion is more than just a buzzword; it’s a moral imperative in the fintech space. Products like Beacon’s digital wallet highlight the industry’s potential to create tangible change. As global migration trends increase, such offerings could inspire similar initiatives worldwide.
Source: Fintech Futures.
Juniper Research Highlights 2025’s Payment Trends
Juniper Research’s latest report unveils pivotal payment trends poised to dominate in 2025. Central themes include the adoption of instant payment networks, a surge in embedded finance solutions, and the rise of crypto-backed financial products.
The research underscores the rapid adoption of real-time payment systems, fueled by increasing consumer demand for speed and efficiency. Meanwhile, embedded finance promises to blur the lines between traditional banking and non-financial services, delivering personalized and context-specific solutions.
Op-Ed Insight:
As the lines between financial services and technology continue to blur, these trends emphasize the industry’s shift toward convenience and personalization. The growing role of crypto-based solutions reflects an evolving consumer mindset, where decentralization and digital-first experiences gain precedence.
Source: Juniper Research.
MeaWallet and Integrated Finance Partner to Revolutionize Digital Wallets
MeaWallet, a prominent fintech solutions provider, has partnered with Integrated Finance to advance digital wallet capabilities and secure card data access for fintech companies. This collaboration focuses on empowering fintechs to deliver better, safer digital payment experiences.
MeaWallet’s role as a technology enabler aligns seamlessly with Integrated Finance’s goal of simplifying complex financial infrastructures. Together, they aim to create scalable, robust platforms for secure payment solutions.
Op-Ed Insight:
Partnerships like this underscore the importance of collaboration in driving innovation. As security concerns grow in tandem with digital payment adoption, solutions addressing these challenges are essential for maintaining consumer trust. The fintech ecosystem thrives when synergy and innovation coalesce.
Source: MeaWallet News.
Nucleus Security Among Deloitte’s Fastest-Growing Companies
Nucleus Security has achieved a remarkable milestone, ranking 85th on Deloitte’s 2024 Technology Fast 500 list. This achievement is attributed to its robust cybersecurity solutions, which cater to the increasingly digital fintech environment.
With cyberattacks becoming more sophisticated, fintech companies are under immense pressure to safeguard their platforms. Nucleus Security’s growth reflects the rising demand for comprehensive, scalable security solutions that protect sensitive financial data.
Op-Ed Insight:
In a digital-first world, robust cybersecurity isn’t optional—it’s fundamental. The recognition of companies like Nucleus Security signals the growing importance of protecting fintech infrastructure as the industry scales globally.
Source: PR Newswire.
OpenYield Secures Funding to Transform the Bond Market
OpenYield has announced a successful funding round, aiming to revolutionize the bond market through innovative technology. The platform promises greater transparency, efficiency, and accessibility in fixed-income investments.
This funding underscores the growing appetite for digitizing traditionally opaque financial markets. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, OpenYield seeks to democratize bond investments, making them accessible to a broader audience.
Op-Ed Insight:
The bond market, long viewed as complex and inaccessible, is ripe for disruption. OpenYield’s efforts to modernize this space highlight fintech’s transformative potential to democratize finance and empower individual investors.
Source: PR Newswire.
Key Takeaways: Shaping the Future of Fintech
Today’s developments underscore several critical themes in the fintech landscape:
- Personalization and Inclusion: Products like Beacon’s wallet highlight the importance of understanding and addressing specific user needs.
- Collaborative Ecosystems: Partnerships, like that of MeaWallet and Integrated Finance, emphasize the power of collaboration in solving industry challenges.
- Emerging Technologies: Juniper Research’s predictions affirm the continued influence of blockchain, embedded finance, and instant payment networks.
- Security at the Core: The recognition of Nucleus Security underscores the essential role of cybersecurity in fintech.
- Market Transformation: OpenYield’s funding signifies the ongoing disruption of traditional financial markets, paving the way for broader accessibility.
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