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Produced 2,110 vehicles in Q2; on track for annual production of approximately 9,000 vehiclesDelivered 2,394 vehicles in Q2; up 70.5% compared to Q2 2023Q2 revenue of $200.6 millionEnded the quarter with approximately $4.28 billion of total liquiditySeparately, announced a commitment of $1.5 billion today from an affiliate of the Public Investment Fund (PIF)

NEWARK, Calif., Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), maker of the world’s most advanced electric vehicles, today announced financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2024. The earnings presentation is available on its investor relations website (https://ir.lucidmotors.com).

Lucid reported Q2 revenue of $200.6 million on deliveries of 2,394 vehicles and expects to manufacture approximately 9,000 vehicles in 2024. Lucid ended the second quarter with approximately $4.28 billion of total liquidity.

“I’m very encouraged by our sales and market share momentum we’re experiencing, the benefits we’re realizing from our cost optimization programs, and the excitement that’s been building into the Lucid Gravity launch, setting a strong foundation for the rest of the year,” said Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO of Lucid. “The tremendous financial value potential our technology enables is now becoming better recognized, and our achievement of a landmark efficiency of 5.0 miles per kilowatt hour, ahead of where we anticipated, is a further proof point of our leadership as a technology company.”

“Our Q2 financial performance reflects the positive momentum of increased sales of Lucid Air and the results of our cost reduction efforts, which contribute to the journey toward improving gross margin,” said Gagan Dhingra, Interim Chief Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer at Lucid. “We ended the second quarter with $4.28 billion in total liquidity and remain committed to maintaining a healthy balance sheet to execute on our strategic vision. The additional $1.5 billion commitment by an affiliate of the PIF announced today is expected to provide sufficient liquidity into at least the fourth quarter of 2025.”

Lucid will host a conference call for analysts and investors at 2:30 P.M. PT / 5:30 P.M. ET on August 5, 2024. The live webcast of the conference call will be available on the Investor Relations website at ir.lucidmotors.com. Following the completion of the call, a replay will be available on the same website. Lucid uses its ir.lucidmotors.com website as a means of disclosing material non-public information and for complying with its disclosure obligations under Regulation FD.

About Lucid Group

Lucid (NASDAQ: LCID) is a Silicon Valley-based technology company focused on creating the most advanced EVs in the world. The flagship vehicle, Lucid Air, delivers best-in-class performance and efficiency starting at $69,900*. Lucid is preparing its state-of-the-art, vertically integrated factory in Arizona to begin production of the Lucid Gravity SUV. The company’s goal is to accelerate humanity’s transition to sustainable transportation and energy.

*Excludes tax, title, license, options, destination, and documentation fees. For U.S. market only.

Investor Relations Contact
investor@lucidmotors.com 

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media@lucidmotors.com 

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Forward Looking Statements

This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as “estimate,” “plan,” “project,” “forecast,” “intend,” “will,” “shall,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “seek,” “target,” “continue,” “could,” “may,” “might,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict” or other similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding financial and operating outlook and guidance, future capital expenditures and other operating expenses, ability to control costs, expectations and timing related to commercial product launches, including the Lucid Gravity SUV and Midsize program, production and delivery volumes, expectations regarding market opportunities and demand for Lucid’s products, the range and performance of Lucid’s vehicles, plans and expectations regarding the Lucid Gravity SUV, including performance, driving range, features, specifications, and potential impact on markets, plans and expectations regarding Lucid’s software, plans and expectations regarding Lucid’s systems approach to the design of the vehicles, estimate of Lucid’s technology lead over competitors, plans and expectations regarding Lucid’s integration with North American Charging Standard, including timing and benefits, estimate of the length of time Lucid’s existing cash, cash equivalents and investments will be sufficient to fund planned operations, plans and expectations regarding its future capital raises and funding strategy, the timing of vehicle deliveries, plans and expectations regarding future manufacturing capabilities and facilities, studio and service center openings, ability to mitigate supply chain and logistics risks, plans and expectations regarding Lucid’s AMP-1 and AMP-2 manufacturing facilities, including potential benefits, ability to vertically integrate production processes, future sales channels and strategies, future market launches and international expansion, plans and expectations regarding the purchase agreement with the government of Saudi Arabia, including the total number of vehicles that may be purchased under the agreement, expected order quantities, and the quantity and timing of vehicle deliveries, Lucid’s ability to grow its brand awareness, the potential success of Lucid’s direct-to-consumer sales strategy and future vehicle programs, potential automotive partnerships, including plans and expectations regarding Lucid’s strategic technology arrangement with Aston Martin, and the promise of Lucid’s technology. These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this communication, and on the current expectations of Lucid’s management. These forward-looking statements are not intended to serve as, and must not be relied on by any investor as, a guarantee, an assurance, or a definitive statement of fact or probability. Actual events and circumstances are difficult or impossible to predict and may differ from these forward-looking statements. Many actual events and circumstances are beyond the control of Lucid. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including changes in domestic and foreign business, market, financial, political and legal conditions, including government closures of banks and liquidity concerns at other financial institutions, a potential global economic recession or other downturn and global conflicts or other geopolitical events; risks related to changes in overall demand for Lucid’s products and services and cancellation of orders for Lucid’s vehicles; risks related to prices and availability of commodities, Lucid’s supply chain, logistics, inventory management and quality control, and Lucid’s ability to complete the tooling of its manufacturing facilities over time and scale production of the Lucid Air and other vehicles; risks related to the uncertainty of Lucid’s projected financial information; risks related to the timing of expected business milestones and commercial product launches; risks related to the expansion of Lucid’s manufacturing facility, the construction of new manufacturing facilities and the increase of Lucid’s production capacity; Lucid’s ability to manage expenses and control costs; risks related to future market adoption of Lucid’s offerings; the effects of competition and the pace and depth of electric vehicle adoption generally on Lucid’s future business; changes in regulatory requirements, governmental incentives and fuel and energy prices; Lucid’s ability to rapidly innovate; Lucid’s ability to enter into or maintain partnerships with original equipment manufacturers, vendors and technology providers; Lucid’s ability to effectively manage its growth and recruit and retain key employees, including its chief executive officer and executive team; risks related to Lucid’s 2024 reduction in force; risks related to potential vehicle recalls and buybacks; Lucid’s ability to establish and expand its brand, and capture additional market share, and the risks associated with negative press or reputational harm; Lucid’s ability to effectively utilize or obtain certain credits and other incentives; Lucid’s ability to conduct equity, equity-linked or debt financings in the future; Lucid’s ability to pay interest and principal on its indebtedness; future changes to vehicle specifications which may impact performance, pricing and other expectations; the outcome of any potential litigation, government and regulatory proceedings, investigations and inquiries; and those factors discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in Part II, Item 1A of Lucid’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, as well as in other documents Lucid has filed or will file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. If any of these risks materialize or Lucid’s assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements. There may be additional risks that Lucid currently does not know or that Lucid currently believes are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. In addition, forward-looking statements reflect Lucid’s expectations, plans or forecasts of future events and views as of the date of this communication. Lucid anticipates that subsequent events and developments will cause Lucid’s assessments to change. However, while Lucid may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, Lucid specifically disclaims any obligation to do so. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing Lucid’s assessments as of any date subsequent to the date of this communication. Accordingly, undue reliance should not be placed upon the forward-looking statements.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Key Business Metrics

Condensed consolidated financial information has been presented in accordance with US GAAP (“GAAP”) as well as on a non-GAAP basis to supplement our condensed consolidated financial results. Lucid’s non-GAAP financial measures include Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Net Loss Attributable to Common Stockholders, Adjusted Net Loss Per Share Attributable to Common Stockholders, and Free Cash Flow, which are discussed below.

Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net loss attributable to common stockholders before (1) interest expense, (2) interest income, (3) provision for (benefit from) income taxes, (4) depreciation and amortization, (5) stock-based compensation, (6) restructuring charges, (7) change in fair value of common stock warrant liability, (8) change in fair value of equity securities of a related party, (9) change in fair value of derivative liability associated with Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party), and (10) accretion of Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party). Lucid believes that Adjusted EBITDA provides useful information to Lucid’s management and investors about Lucid’s financial performance.

Adjusted Net Loss Attributable to Common Stockholders is defined as net loss attributable to common stockholders excluding (1) stock-based compensation, (2) restructuring charges, (3) change in fair value of common stock warrant liability, (4) change in fair value of equity securities of a related party, (5) change in fair value of derivative liability associated with Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party), and (6) accretion of Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party).

Lucid defines and calculates Adjusted Net Loss Per Share Attributable to Common Stockholders as Adjusted Net Loss Attributable to Common Stockholders divided by weighted-average shares outstanding attributable to common stockholders.

Lucid believes that Adjusted Net Loss Attributable to Common Stockholders and Adjusted Net Loss Per Share Attributable to Common Stockholders financial measures provide investors with useful information to evaluate performance of its business excluding items not reflecting ongoing operating activities.

Free Cash Flow is defined as net cash used in operating activities less capital expenditures. Lucid believes that Free Cash Flow provides useful information to Lucid’s management and investors about the amount of cash generated by the business after necessary capital expenditures.

These non-GAAP financial measures facilitate management’s internal comparisons to Lucid’s historical performance. Management believes that it is useful to supplement its GAAP financial statements with this non-GAAP information because management uses such information internally for its operating, budgeting, and financial planning purposes. Management also believes that presentation of the non-GAAP financial measures provides useful information to Lucid’s investors regarding measures of our financial condition and results of operations that Lucid uses to run the business and therefore allows investors to better understand Lucid’s performance. However, these non-GAAP financial and key performance measures have limitations as analytical tools and you should not consider them in isolation or as substitutes for analysis of our results as reported under GAAP.

Non-GAAP information is not prepared under a comprehensive set of accounting rules and therefore, should only be read in conjunction with financial information reported under GAAP when understanding Lucid’s operating performance. In addition, other companies, including companies in Lucid’s industry, may calculate non-GAAP financial measures and key performance measures differently or may use other measures to evaluate their performance, all of which could reduce the usefulness of Lucid’s non-GAAP financial measures and key performance measures as tools for comparison. A reconciliation between GAAP and non-GAAP financial information is presented below.

LUCID GROUP, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(Unaudited)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

June 30,
2024

December 31,
2023

ASSETS

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$      1,353,581

$      1,369,947

Short-term investments

1,862,848

2,489,798

Accounts receivable, net (including $77,808 and $35,526 from a related party as of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively)

101,370

51,822

Inventory

509,888

696,236

Prepaid expenses

71,637

69,682

Other current assets

102,164

79,670

Total current assets

4,001,488

4,757,155

Property, plant and equipment, net

3,065,711

2,810,867

Right-of-use assets

212,877

221,508

Long-term investments

687,641

461,029

Other noncurrent assets

204,049

180,626

Investments in equity securities of a related party

51,502

81,533

TOTAL ASSETS

$      8,223,268

$      8,512,718

LIABILITIES

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$         113,634

$         108,724

Accrued compensation

137,374

92,494

Finance lease liabilities, current portion

7,099

8,202

Other current liabilities (including $79,735 and $92,258 associated with related parties as of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively)

752,779

798,990

Total current liabilities

1,010,886

1,008,410

Finance lease liabilities, net of current portion

76,533

77,653

Common stock warrant liability

19,071

53,664

Long-term debt

1,999,547

1,996,960

Other long-term liabilities (including $148,121 and $178,311 associated with related parties as of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively)

555,923

524,339

Derivative liability associated with Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

394,100

Total liabilities

4,056,060

3,661,026

REDEEMABLE CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK

Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock, par value $0.0001; 10,000,000 shares authorized as of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023;
     100,000 and 0 shares issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively (related party)

651,311

STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Common stock, par value $0.0001; 15,000,000,000 shares authorized as of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023; 2,319,543,729 and 2,300,111,489
     shares issued and 2,318,685,904 and 2,299,253,664 shares outstanding as of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively

232

230

Additional paid-in capital

15,063,541

15,066,080

Treasury stock, at cost, 857,825 shares at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023

(20,716)

(20,716)

Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)

(4,159)

4,850

Accumulated deficit

(11,523,001)

(10,198,752)

Total stockholders’ equity

3,515,897

4,851,692

TOTAL LIABILITIES, REDEEMABLE CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

$      8,223,268

$      8,512,718

 

LUCID GROUP, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS

(Unaudited)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

Three Months Ended

June 30,

Six Months Ended
June 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Revenue (including revenue of $36,470 and $0 from a related party for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023,
     and $87,836 and $0 for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively)

$         200,581

$         150,874

$         373,321

$         300,306

Costs and expenses

Cost of revenue

470,355

555,805

875,151

1,056,329

Research and development

287,170

233,474

571,797

463,277

Selling, general and administrative

210,245

197,748

423,477

366,518

Restructuring charges

20,228

1,532

20,228

24,028

Total cost and expenses

987,998

988,559

1,890,653

1,910,152

Loss from operations

(787,417)

(837,685)

(1,517,332)

(1,609,846)

Other income (expense), net

Change in fair value of common stock warrant liability

7,539

42,133

34,593

1,331

Change in fair value of equity securities of a related party

(9,390)

(29,323)

Change in fair value of derivative liability associated with Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

103,000

103,000

Interest income

54,553

39,525

105,184

79,530

Interest expense

(6,673)

(6,690)

(14,174)

(13,798)

Other expense, net

(5,067)

(928)

(6,074)

(261)

Total other income (expense), net

143,962

74,040

193,206

66,802

Loss before provision for (benefit from) income taxes

(643,455)

(763,645)

(1,324,126)

(1,543,044)

Provision for (benefit from) income taxes

(65)

587

123

716

Net loss

(643,390)

(764,232)

(1,324,249)

(1,543,760)

Accretion of Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

(146,861)

(150,762)

Net loss attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted

$       (790,251)

$       (764,232)

$    (1,475,011)

$    (1,543,760)

Weighted-average shares outstanding attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted

2,310,360,525

1,912,459,833

2,306,209,050

1,871,884,313

Net loss per share attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted

$              (0.34)

$              (0.40)

$              (0.64)

$              (0.82)

Other comprehensive income (loss)

Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments, net of tax

$               (957)

$            (2,999)

$            (4,219)

$              1,036

Foreign currency translation adjustments

(802)

586

(4,790)

586

Total other comprehensive income (loss)

(1,759)

(2,413)

(9,009)

1,622

Comprehensive loss

(645,149)

(766,645)

(1,333,258)

(1,542,138)

Accretion of Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

(146,861)

(150,762)

Comprehensive loss attributable to common stockholders

$       (792,010)

$       (766,645)

$    (1,484,020)

$    (1,542,138)

 

LUCID GROUP, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(Unaudited)

 

(in thousands)

Three Months Ended

June 30,

Six Months Ended

June 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Cash flows from operating activities:

Net loss

$       (643,390)

$       (764,232)

$    (1,324,249)

$   (1,543,760)

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:

Depreciation and amortization

66,183

55,363

135,021

105,201

Amortization of insurance premium

8,725

10,865

17,314

21,128

Non-cash operating lease cost

7,667

6,448

15,136

12,278

Stock-based compensation

57,013

71,376

120,709

125,195

Inventory and firm purchase commitments write-downs

145,243

276,631

277,541

503,679

Change in fair value of common stock warrant liability

(7,539)

(42,133)

(34,593)

(1,331)

Change in fair value of equity securities of a related party

9,390

29,323

Change in fair value of derivative liability associated with Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

(103,000)

(103,000)

Net accretion of investment discounts/premiums

(23,004)

(17,767)

(44,308)

(39,162)

Other non-cash items

6,199

9,113

4,944

11,458

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

Accounts receivable (including $7,076 and $0 from a related party for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023,
     and $(42,282) and $0 for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively)

25,584

(17,987)

(49,612)

(978)

Inventory

(62,408)

(93,808)

(83,410)

(447,962)

Prepaid expenses

(8,227)

(21,953)

(19,269)

(31,035)

Other current assets

(26,224)

(3,705)

(22,310)

18,488

Other noncurrent assets

(19,023)

(82,421)

(23,392)

(109,758)

Accounts payable

6,714

(29,825)

3,181

(95,999)

Accrued compensation

36,733

(15,866)

44,880

5,679

Other current liabilities

(36,320)

(56,466)

(39,360)

(55,092)

Other long-term liabilities

52,697

16,009

71,722

20,349

Net cash used in operating activities

(506,987)

(700,358)

(1,023,732)

(1,501,622)

Cash flows from investing activities:

Purchases of property, plant and equipment (including $(28,042) and $(20,497) from a related party for the three months
     ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, and $(34,068) and $(40,918) for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023,
     respectively)

(234,315)

(203,715)

(432,512)

(445,485)

Purchases of investments

(1,339,579)

(1,304,715)

(1,854,127)

(2,147,253)

Proceeds from maturities of investments

1,257,603

941,338

2,287,894

1,982,489

Proceeds from sale of investments

5,000

135,144

5,000

148,388

Other investing activities

(6,024)

(4,827)

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

(311,291)

(437,972)

6,255

(466,688)

Cash flows from financing activities:

Proceeds from issuance of common stock under Underwriting Agreement, net of issuance costs

1,184,224

1,184,224

Proceeds from issuance of common stock under 2023 Subscription Agreement to a related party, net of issuance costs

1,812,641

1,812,641

Proceeds from issuance of Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock to a related party

1,000,000

Payments of issuance costs for Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock

(2,343)

(2,343)

Payment for finance lease liabilities

(848)

(1,652)

(1,929)

(3,079)

Proceeds from borrowings from a related party

4,266

4,266

Repayment of borrowings from a related party

(4,266)

(4,266)

Proceeds from exercise of stock options

786

2,926

2,311

5,107

Proceeds from employee stock purchase plan

11,104

15,089

11,104

15,089

Tax withholding payments for net settlement of employee awards

(2,070)

(3,879)

(5,312)

(10,378)

Net cash provided by financing activities

2,363

3,013,615

999,565

3,007,870

Net (decrease) increase in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

(815,915)

1,875,285

(17,912)

1,039,560

Beginning cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

2,169,510

901,595

1,371,507

1,737,320

Ending cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

$      1,353,595

$      2,776,880

$      1,353,595

$     2,776,880

 

LUCID GROUP, INC.

Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures

(Unaudited)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

 

Adjusted EBITDA

Three Months Ended

June 30,

Six Months Ended

June 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net loss attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted (GAAP)

$       (790,251)

$       (764,232)

$    (1,475,011)

$    (1,543,760)

Interest expense

6,673

6,690

14,174

13,798

Interest income

(54,553)

(39,525)

(105,184)

(79,530)

Provision for (benefit from) income taxes

(65)

587

123

716

Depreciation and amortization

66,183

55,363

135,021

105,201

Stock-based compensation

58,493

71,376

122,189

126,638

Restructuring charges

20,228

1,532

20,228

24,028

Change in fair value of common stock warrant liability

(7,539)

(42,133)

(34,593)

(1,331)

Change in fair value of equity securities of a related party

9,390

29,323

Change in fair value of derivative liability associated with Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

(103,000)

(103,000)

Accretion of Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

146,861

150,762

Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)

$       (647,580)

$       (710,342)

$    (1,245,968)

$    (1,354,240)

Adjusted Net Loss Attributable to Common Stockholders

Three Months Ended

June 30,

Six Months Ended

June 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net loss attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted (GAAP)

$       (790,251)

$       (764,232)

$    (1,475,011)

$    (1,543,760)

Stock-based compensation

58,493

71,376

122,189

126,638

Restructuring charges

20,228

1,532

20,228

24,028

Change in fair value of common stock warrant liability

(7,539)

(42,133)

(34,593)

(1,331)

Change in fair value of equity securities of a related party

9,390

29,323

Change in fair value of derivative liability associated with Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

(103,000)

(103,000)

Accretion of Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

146,861

150,762

Adjusted net loss attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted (non-GAAP)

$       (665,818)

$       (733,457)

$    (1,290,102)

$    (1,394,425)

Adjusted Net Loss Per Share Attributable to Common Stockholders

Three Months Ended

June 30,

Six Months Ended

June 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net loss per share attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted (GAAP)

$              (0.34)

$              (0.40)

$              (0.64)

$              (0.82)

Stock-based compensation

0.02

0.04

0.05

0.07

Restructuring charges

0.01

0.01

0.01

Change in fair value of common stock warrant liability

(0.02)

(0.01)

Change in fair value of equity securities of a related party

0.01

Change in fair value of derivative liability associated with Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

(0.04)

(0.04)

Accretion of Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

0.06

0.06

Adjusted net loss per share attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted (non-GAAP)

$              (0.29)

$              (0.38)

$              (0.56)

$              (0.74)

Weighted-average shares outstanding attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted

2,310,360,525

1,912,459,833

2,306,209,050

1,871,884,313

 

LUCID GROUP, INC. 

Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures – continued

(Unaudited)

(in thousands)

 

Free Cash Flow

Three Months Ended

June 30,

Six Months Ended

June 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net cash used in operating activities (GAAP)

$       (506,987)

$       (700,358)

$    (1,023,732)

$    (1,501,622)

Capital expenditures

(234,315)

(203,715)

(432,512)

(445,485)

Free cash flow (non-GAAP)

$       (741,302)

$       (904,073)

$    (1,456,244)

$    (1,947,107)

 

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ObjectWin India Rebrands as FornaxTech; Focuses on AI-Led Transformation and GCC-Driven Global Delivery

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BANGALORE, India, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ObjectWin India has rebranded as FornaxTech, reflecting its evolution into a capability-led organization aligned with the Fornax Group and focused on supporting AI-native enterprises, Global Capability Centers (GCCs), and global delivery models.

The move comes as enterprises accelerate investments in AI and expand GCCs as hubs for innovation, product development, and digital transformation.

FornaxTech will continue to build on ObjectWin India’s established strengths in technology talent and solutions, while expanding its role in enabling capability development, execution alignment, and transformation outcomes.

“This transition reflects where we already are and where we are heading,” said Saurav Lenka, CEO of FornaxTech. “We are building on a strong foundation while expanding how we create value through deeper capability, global delivery alignment, and more integrated engagement in an AI-driven world.”

As part of Fornax Group, the company will leverage broader capabilities, geographic reach, and enterprise relationships to support multi-market engagements and more complex transformation needs.

“This is an important step in strengthening a unified direction across the group,” said Subrata Nag, Founder & Group CEO, Fornax Corporate Services. “It allows us to bring together talent, technology, and execution in a more cohesive way to support evolving enterprise needs in an AI-led, globally distributed landscape.”

FornaxTech said it will focus on:

Capability-led engagement across global teams and GCCsIntegration of talent, platforms, and processesAI-native approaches to delivery and execution

The company’s delivery framework is supported by ObjectWin India’s CMMI Level 3 certification for Services, reflecting established process maturity, execution consistency, and scalability for enterprise engagements.

About FornaxTech

FornaxTech is a technology and talent solutions company focused on enabling enterprise transformation in an AI-native and globally distributed environment. As part of the Fornax Group, the company supports organizations with integrated capabilities across talent, technology, and execution.

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Certis and Ensign InfoSecurity Partner to Strengthen Cybersecurity and Governance in AI-Driven Robotics

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Collaboration strengthens governance and cyber resilience as autonomous AI
becomes increasingly embedded in physical and operational environments

SINGAPORE, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Certis Group, Singapore’s leading provider of integrated security and operations solutions, and Ensign InfoSecurity, Asia Pacific’s largest pure-play cybersecurity services provider, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Milipol TechX (MTX) 2026, a regional platform for security and technology innovation, to strengthen cybersecurity, safety and governance in robotic systems powered by artificial intelligence.

The partnership addresses a growing challenge as AI systems evolve from assisting humans to acting autonomously. Beyond conventional cybersecurity threats which typically result in data breaches or system outages, vulnerabilities in AI robotic systems carry an additional category of risk: manipulated sensor inputs, loss of supervisory control, or autonomous systems executing unintended physical actions with real-world consequences.

This collaboration comes as Singapore increases the deployment of autonomous systems to aid in security, logistics and transport operations, highlighting the urgent need to translate governance principles into practical, operational safeguards, particularly in real-world environments where there is little room for error.

Under the MOU, both organisations will work together to strengthen cybersecurity, safety and ethical governance in AI-driven robotics. Certis will lead the development and implementation of safety and ethics fail-safes, as well as Human-in-the-Loop interfaces within the AI robotic platform. In parallel, Ensign will oversee the development of cybersecurity requirements governing the platform’s communication interfaces, as well as the AI’s core reasoning and decision-making processes, including the design of cybersecurity controls, standards and frameworks.

Together, the partnership will embed guardrails across the full system lifecycle, from design and development to testing, deployment and eventual decommissioning, while advancing cybersecurity capabilities, cross-domain knowledge-sharing, and practical frameworks to support the secure and responsible use of autonomous systems.

“As Certis accelerates the development and deployment of our robotics and AI across our operations, we are cognisant that the power of these technologies is only as strong as the security that protects them,” Mr Alex Ooi, Chief Information Security Officer of Certis, said.

“In this new era of industrialised AI, cybersecurity is no longer a peripheral function, but a critical enabler of our future. For Certis, securing our autonomous systems means more than just protecting data; it means ensuring the operational integrity and safety of the physical environments we are trusted to guard. By embedding rigorous cyber-resilience into every tech, robot and algorithm we deploy, we are building a future where innovation and absolute trust coexist seamlessly in this partnership,’ Mr Ooi added.

Key areas of focus in the MOU include

Developing ethical, safety-first approaches for AI-driven robotics, supported by shared standards across data handling, model training and real-world operationsEmbedding security and risk management by design across the system lifecycle, including threat identification, risk assessment and safeguards against unauthorised access and tamperingImplementing human-centric safety protocols and robust human-in-the-loop controls to ensure effective oversight and interventionStrengthening cyber-physical resilience through testing and operations, including adversarial testing of AI-driven robotic behaviours, continuous monitoring and specialised capabilities such as threat analysis, incident response and penetration testing

A joint Safety and Security Review Board will be established to oversee implementation and ensure alignment with evolving safety and ethical expectations.

“The rise of AI is raising the stakes for enterprise security. It goes beyond protecting systems to ensuring that autonomous decisions remain bounded, explainable and secure,” said Paul Tan, Executive Vice President of Government and Singapore Enterprises, Ensign InfoSecurity. “Having operationalised AI in security environments, we see firsthand how quickly autonomy can scale. The challenge is ensuring that control, governance and resilience scale with it, especially when these systems affect real-world operations and outcomes. This collaboration focuses on embedding cybersecurity into the way these systems are designed and deployed from the outset.”

The MOU signals a shift in how organisations deploying autonomous systems must think about risk, not as an IT concern to be managed downstream, but as a foundational design requirement woven into every layer of the system.

About Certis Group

Certis is an integrated operations service provider, built on decades of experience in security and critical frontline operations. We design and run security, facilities and workforce management as a single operating model, orchestrating people, systems and processes in complex, real-world environments to drive results.

Our approach is grounded in structured operational design, where processes, workflows and resources are engineered around defined outcomes. Further powered by our adoption of advanced technologies including AI and Robotics, Certis drives coordination, visibility and day-to-day execution across operations for its clients.

Headquartered in Singapore, Certis operates across key regional markets including Australia and Qatar, supported by a global team of over 25,000 employees. We are trusted by local governments and enterprises to deliver operational performance to make our world safer, smarter, and better.

For more information, please visit www.certisgroup.com.

About Ensign InfoSecurity 

Ensign InfoSecurity is Asia Pacific’s largest pure-play cybersecurity services provider and a trusted global partner, delivering end-to-end security solutions across the cyber lifecycle. Headquartered in Singapore, Ensign is recognised for deep capabilities spanning advisory and assurance, secure architecture and systems integration, threat intelligence, managed security operations, and incident response. Ensign also drives its own innovation through Ensign Labs, developing advanced proprietary solutions to address complex customer challenges. With over two decades of experience, Ensign provides resilient, intelligence-led security tailored to real business risks.

For more information, visit www.ensigninfosecurity.com 

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Agoda Unveils Top 5 Labor Day Destinations for 2026

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SINGAPORE, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda has identified the top five holiday destinations for Labor Day 2026, based on accommodation search data. This year’s list features Tokyo, Pattaya, Seoul, Osaka, and Busan, offering a mix of cultural experiences, vibrant cityscapes, and relaxing getaways for travelers to explore new destinations and unwind from their daily routines.

Tokyo, Japan, offers a captivating blend of tradition and modernity. Visitors can explore the capital city’s historic sites such as the Meiji Shrine and the Imperial Palace, while also experiencing the futuristic allure of districts like Shibuya and Akihabara. The city’s culinary scene is a highlight, with everything from Michelin-starred restaurants to bustling street food markets. Tokyo’s vibrant neighborhoods, cultural festivals, and cutting-edge technology make it a dynamic destination for travelers seeking both excitement and cultural enrichment.

Pattaya, Thailand, known for its lively beaches and vibrant nightlife, provides a tropical escape on Thailand’s eastern Gulf coast. The city offers a mix of relaxation and adventure, with opportunities for water sports, island hopping, and exploring nearby attractions like the Sanctuary of Truth. Pattaya’s Walking Street is famous for its energetic nightlife, while quieter spots like Jomtien Beach provide a more laid-back atmosphere. With its diverse range of activities and stunning coastal views, Pattaya is an ideal destination for those looking to unwind and enjoy the sun.

Seoul, South Korea, is a city where history and innovation coexist harmoniously. Visitors can explore ancient palaces such as Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung, while also enjoying the modern attractions of districts like Gangnam and Myeongdong. Seoul’s vibrant street markets, diverse culinary offerings, and thriving arts scene provide endless opportunities for exploration. The city’s efficient public transportation system makes it easy to navigate, allowing travelers to experience everything from traditional tea houses to cutting-edge technology hubs.

Osaka, Japan, known for its street food and entertainment districts, delights the senses with its unique offerings. Visitors can indulge in local specialties like takoyaki and okonomiyaki, while exploring bustling areas such as Dotonbori and Namba. Osaka Castle offers a glimpse into the city’s historical past, while Universal Studios Japan provides family-friendly entertainment. With its friendly locals and lively atmosphere, Osaka is a welcoming destination that offers a unique blend of culture, cuisine, and fun.

Busan, South Korea, offers stunning coastal views and a rich cultural landscape. The country’s second-largest city is home to a range of beaches, such as Haeundae and Gwangalli, which are perfect for relaxation and water activities. Visitors can explore cultural landmarks like the Beomeosa Temple and the Gamcheon Culture Village, known for its colorful houses and artistic installations. Busan’s seafood markets and local cuisine provide a taste of the region’s culinary heritage. With its mix of natural beauty and cultural attractions, Busan is a serene yet engaging destination for travelers.

Jay Lee, Regional Director, North Asia at Agoda shared, “Labor Day offers a great opportunity to explore new destinations. Whether you’re drawn to the bustling energy of Tokyo or the serene landscapes of Busan, Agoda’s comprehensive selection of accommodations, flights, and activities provides the flexibility to plan a trip that suits your preferences. Our platform is designed to make travel planning straightforward and enjoyable, ensuring a memorable Labor Day experience for all travelers.”

With over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, Agoda offers travelers the flexibility to create their ideal Labor Day getaway. For the best deals, travelers can visit Agoda’s website or download the Agoda mobile app.

 

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