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Launch of Akida 2.0: BrainChip introduced its second-generation Akida 2.0 IP solution, featuring significant technical innovations like Temporal Event-Based Neural Nets (TENNs). This is expected to enhance intelligent processing of multi-dimensional streaming data, crucial for Edge AI growth.
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Change in Technology Leadership: Peter van der Made, the founder and former CTO, transitioned his role to Dr. Anthony (Tony) Lewis. Dr. Lewis brings extensive experience from HP, Inc. and Qualcomm, Inc., and has an academic and entrepreneurial background in AI and neuromorphic computing.
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Senior Appointments: The company appointed Mr. Steve Thorne as Vice President of Sales, bringing nearly three decades of experience in AI and data center solutions.
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Patent Portfolio Expansion: BrainChip secured its 19th patent, US 11,853,862, related to unsupervised detection of repeating patterns in a series of events.
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Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations:
- Partnership with Circle8 Clean Technologies and AVID Group for developing AI-powered "Smart Bins" for automatic waste sorting and recycling.
- Collaboration with EDGX, a Belgian space tech company, to develop data processing units for demanding environments like space.
- Joint effort with VVDN Technologies to showcase the neuromorphic Edge Box based on Akida technology at CES 2024.
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Product Developments:
- Introduction of the Akida Edge Box for AI applications in challenging environments, with pre-sale expected in Q1 2024. This product targets various markets like retail, healthcare, and security.
- Partnership for the new Unigen Cupcake Edge AI Server, integrating BrainChip's Akida neuromorphic processor.
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Capital Call Notice with LDA Capital:
- On 4 December 2023, BrainChip announced a new Capital Call Notice to LDA Capital for subscribing to 25 million shares, aimed at boosting capital reserves in anticipation of increased commercial engagements and customer support needs.
- A third amendment to the Put Option Agreement with LDA Capital was entered on 29 December, allowing for a one-year extension with an option for two additional years. The company must draw down the remaining $2.7M (AUD) and at least $12M (AUD) by 31 December 2024.
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Financial Update for the Quarter:
- The company ended the December quarter with US$14.3M in cash, down from US$17.8M in the previous quarter.
- Net operating cash outflows were reported at US$3.3M, a decrease from US$4.0M in the prior quarter.
- Cash inflow from customers increased to US$0.78M, compared to US$0.03M in the previous quarter.
- Total payments to suppliers and employees were US$4.2M, lower than the US$4.5M in the previous quarter, attributed to reduced third-party R&D services costs and favorable exchange rates.
- Operating activities included payments totaling US$290,645 to BrainChip’s Board of Directors, covering fees and salaries, and including unused leave benefits paid to Mr. Peter van der Made upon his retirement.
- Financing activities saw a minor cash inflow of US$0.02M from the exercise of stock options under the Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP).