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TIMIA Capital Announces Second Quarter 2020 Financial Results
TIMIA Capital Corporation (“TIMIA” or the “Company”) (TSX-V:TCA) (OTC: TIMCF) today announced financial results for the second quarter ended May 31, 2020.
Second Quarter 2020 Highlights include:
- Reported consolidated net income of $478,611, compared with a consolidated net loss of $490,358 for the same period last year.
- Revenue of $891,186, up 7% over the same period last year.
- Posted interest income from investments of $869,793, included in total revenue, an increase of 28% year over year.
- Total assets increased 18% to $31.9 million as at May 31, 2020 compared to the same time period last year. Cash balance, as part of assets, was $5.2 million compared to $4.7 million as at November 30, 2019.
- TIMIA’s loan investment portfolio (loans receivable) increased by 56% to $25,541,689 in comparison to the same period last year.
“The Company posted a solid quarter during a time of unprecedented uncertainty with the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Mike Walkinshaw, CEO of TIMIA Capital Corporation. “While much of the economy of North America was shut down during our second quarter, our experience was SaaS companies continued to operate near full capacity. Based on our experience, we believe that SaaS companies are a more secure asset class than most consider and offer a superior risk adjusted return. We will remain vigilant with our operations and continue to leverage our fintech platform to locate and engage leading recurring revenue software companies.”
Detailed Financial Review
During the quarter ended May 31, 2020, the Company continued to grow its revenue-financing (“RF”) business by completing two new investments, distributing growth capital of US$750,000 to US-based Measured and $1,250,000 to a Canadian-based Cova.
The Company’s revenue is primarily interest income generated under the Company’s RF model. As the Company makes new investments, the amount of monthly payments derived from the portfolio grows. Interest income in the three months ended May 31, 2020 was $869,793 compared to $680,260 in the same period last year, a 28% increase. Income from transaction and other fees was $21,393 in the three months ended May 31, 2020 compared to $154,778 in the same period last year. The change in transaction and other fees reflects the reduction in total number of new transactions as the Company paused its pace of investment during the initial phases of COVID-19. Reflecting the reduction in transaction fee revenue, total revenue for the three months ended May 31, 2020 increased 7% to $891,186 compared to $835,038 for the three months ended May 31, 2019.
TIMIA continues to build the value and size of its portfolio by making new investments and follow-on investments in existing portfolio companies, and actively assisting portfolio companies with their growth plans. At the same time, the Company is investing to support its future growth and the continued development of its fintech platform. Total expenses, including interest expense, for the quarter ended May 31, 2020 were $813,794 compared with $1,076,785 for the same period last year. The change reflects a decrease in interest expense, administrative, management, and director fees, and investor relations and communications costs, offset by small increases in the expected credit loss provision, share-based payments, and office, travel, systems, and miscellaneous expenses, year over year.
During the quarter ended May 31, 2020, the Company posted net income of $478,611 compared with a net loss of $490,358 in the same period last year. The year-over-year improvement of $968,969 is primarily due to the continued growth in size of the portfolio and the resulting interest income increase, lower operating expenses and $292,717 fund restructuring and financing costs recognized in 2019.
As at May 31, 2020, the Company’s cash balance was approximately $5.2 million and working capital was approximately negative $2.3 million, compared with approximately $4.7 million and $4.6 million, respectively, as of November 30, 2019. The working capital deficit at quarter end is attributed to the nearing maturity of certain of the debentures and convertible debentures. Management is currently considering alternatives to address these maturities through a combination of refinancing or extension of the debentures, and conversion of a portion of the convertible debentures to equity.
This news release is qualified in its entirety by the Company’s condensed interim financial statements for the three months ended May 31, 2020 and May 31, 2019 and the associated Management’s Discussion & Analysis respecting the same periods, which can be downloaded from the Company’s profile on SEDAR at http://www.sedar.com.
COVID19 Update
TIMIA is providing an update with respect to the impact from the COVID-19 virus outbreak on its current operations. To date, there have been no known cases of COVID-19 at any of TIMIA’s offices.
Management believes that recurring revenue software companies offer security and stability. The Company utilizes a proprietary credit scoring process that focuses on high customer retention rates as well as a well-diversified customer base. These two factors, along with other key attributes such as size and cash runway, are structured to provide downward protection in an uncertain economic environment. Many of our portfolio companies have been agile in this environment, including in many instances transitioning employees to work remotely. At this time, none of the Company’s investments are in arrears. However, it may be several months before the full effect of the economic slowdown is felt in the portfolio. Management is in the process of reviewing revised and updated forecasts for each of the portfolio companies and are working with them to determine the best way to support them through the crisis. Management has decided to increase the size of our capital reserves thereby reducing our allocation to new deals
Fortunately, TIMIA employees are able to work from home and maintain close contact and relationships with current portfolio companies and new and exciting SaaS investment opportunities.
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CCTV+: From Silk Road Gateway to Global Innovation Hub: Xi’an Advances Industrial Upgrades and International Cooperation
XI’AN, China, Nov. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Xi’an, an ancient capital and starting point of the Silk Road, is growing rapidly into a cosmopolis of technological innovation, industrial transformation and international cooperation. The city is becoming a global hub for innovation and economic cooperation and a destination that converges historical heritage with modern creativity. By leveraging initiatives in New Quality Productivity, the Internet of Things, high-tech industries, culture, and international business services, Xi’an showcases its dynamic blend of past and future.
Industrial Development: Technology and Innovation Drive Emerging Industry Clusters
Aiming to establish itself as an international hub with rapid scientific and technological innovation, Xi’an is now building a comprehensive national science center and a center for science and technology innovation.
The Silk Road Technology City is now home to more than 4,000 companies and has fostered two major industry clusters, in optoelectronics and automobiles, each worth tens of billions. Leading industry giants like BYD and Samsung have established themselves here, taking advantage of Xi’an’s robust policy support for innovation-led growth. LONGi, a world leader in solar technology, is actively building Shaanxi’s 100-billion-grade silicon-based solar PV industry innovation cluster, driving industry-wide growth through R&D and supply chain expansion; while BYD’s comprehensive new energy vehicle industry chain has also positioned Xi’an as a key base for new energy technology and electric vehicles.
Belt and Road Hub: Connecting Development Across Borders
As a central hub along the Belt and Road, Xi’an recently hosted the Belt and Road Forum for International Think Tank Cooperation, fostering collaboration and advancing connected, networked development through the trans-Eurasian transport corridor. With growing trade opportunities, Xi’an is also expanding its reach into international markets, particularly in Central Asia, exporting specialty agricultural products like kiwi fruit.
Through conventions and conferences, Xi’an has demonstrated its significant potential for international economic cooperation, establishing stronger ties in Central Asia and Belt and Road countries.
New Quality Productivity: Smart Technologies and Advanced Manufacturing Fuel Growth
New Quality Productivity is driving Xi’an’s high-quality development leveraging smart technologies and intelligent manufacturing. Local enterprises like SUNNYIT are promoting innovative applications of IoT technologies to tackle industry bottlenecks, Xi’an Chinastar M&C Limited is supporting real-time urban management with products including smart manhole covers and parking monitoring systems to support urban safety and municipal services.
Industrial robots and intelligent manufacturing are also accelerating Xi’an’s industry transformation. Xi’an Aerospace Automation’s 4,000-kilogram robot, designed for warehouse logistics, highlights the city’s advancements in high-load, high-precision applications.
High-Quality Development: Digital Technology Empowers Xi’an’s Smart City Ambitions
Xi’an is progressing in smart city development, enabling companies to utilize big data and AI for comprehensive traffic analysis, enhancing traffic management efficiency, and establishing a “transportation+” multi-scenario service system to improve travel experiences.
Xi’an looks to cooperate with more companies and research institutions in fields of environmental protection, water-related affairs, education, and urban management with the goal of promoting technological breakthroughs in areas such as intelligent video analysis and large-scale AI models, empowering city management and services through digital technologies and support the development and innovation of companies in the city.
Opening Up to the World: Xi’an Shares Its Story and Strengthens Business Environment
The newly established Xi’an International Communication Center shares Xi’an’s story in multiple languages, promoting Chinese culture and positioning Xi’an as a major platform for cultural exchange. Additionally, a legal service center in Xi’an Chanba International Port now offers comprehensive legal support, fostering a fair and just international business environment.
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DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a global leader in the cryptocurrency exchange arena, is thrilled to announce its active participation at this year’s premier TON community event, The Gateway. The annual conference, renowned for uniting key players in the TON ecosystem, aligns perfectly with KuCoin’s mission to democratize cryptocurrency and expand its reach across the globe.
Representing KuCoin at the event was Alicia, who took part in the insightful panel discussion on “Perspective Sectors on TON for VCs and Exchanges.” Her presence underscored the vibrant potential of the venture capital market within emerging blockchain technologies, particularly the TON ecosystem. Alicia’s discussion highlighted how TON’s seamless integration with Telegram presents unique opportunities for innovation and user engagement, resonating with KuCoin’s strategic initiatives to bridge social connectivity with financial transactions.
“TON’s integration with Telegram not only simplifies the user experience but also amplifies it, making it a gateway for millions to engage with Web3 technologies,” Alicia stated. She emphasized KuCoin’s commitment to leveraging this synergy to enhance secure, user-friendly trading experiences, thus furthering its mission of putting crypto in every pocket.
KuCoin’s participation in The Gateway event reinforces its dedication to fostering a secure, robust, and accessible trading environment, paving the way for a new era of crypto and blockchain integration.
About KuCoin
Launched in September 2017, KuCoin is a leading cryptocurrency exchange with its operational headquarters in Seychelles. As a user-oriented platform with a focus on inclusiveness and community engagement. It offers over 800 digital assets across Spot trading, Margin trading, P2P Fiat trading, Futures trading, and Staking to its 36 million users in more than 200 countries and regions. KuCoin ranks as one of the top 6 crypto exchanges. KuCoin was acclaimed as “One of the Best Crypto Apps & Exchanges of June 2024” by Forbes Advisor and has been included as one of the top 50 companies in the “2024 Hurun Global Unicorn List”. Learn more at https://www.kucoin.com/.
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UBS Asset Management launches its first tokenised Money Market Fund, available through DigiFT
SINGAPORE, Nov. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — UBS Asset Management, launches its first tokenized investment fund “uMINT”, made available through authorized distribution partner, DigiFT.
With DigiFT, investors can subscribe to uMINT using their preferred custody wallet solution, gaining access to real-time redemption capabilities via DigiFT’s platform. uMINT, a Money Market investment underpinned by high quality money market instruments based on a conservative, risk-managed framework, is built on Ethereum distributed ledger technology and issued under UBS Tokenize, UBS’s in-house tokenization service, a full service offering for digital asset services, that seeks to open the door to the world of decentralized finance to a broader range of market participants.
“We’re honoured to be an authorized distribution partner for UBS Asset Management in launching their first tokenized money market fund. This is a significant milestone in the world of Web3, and a testament of our ability to transform capital markets. Not only does this partnership bridge traditional finance with digital and decentralized technologies, it also demonstrates our ability to deliver next-generation investment solutions on an open network – for a new generation of global investors,” said Henry Zhang, Founder & Chief Executive Officer of DigiFT.
As part of the partnership, DigiFT will provide infrastructure for managing and monitoring on-chain distribution activities and transactions for the new tokenized money market fund. Enabled by blockchain technology, DigiFT’s best-in-class, open infrastructure ensures all transactions are stored and recorded on an immutable ledger, providing real-time operational and audit visibility. Beyond streamlining administrative processes, DigiFT is able to leverage smart contracts and facilitate automated compliance and operational efficiencies, further allowing investors to invest and explore new financial Web3 use cases.
DigiFT is the first exchange deploying smart contract methods and processes, with an automatic market-making mechanism, to be recognized as a Recognised Market Operator (RMO) and awarded the Capital Markets Services (CMS) license by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.
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About DigiFT
DigiFT is the first exchange for on-chain real-world assets to be licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. Find out more www.digift.sg
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