BRN Discussion Ongoing

[FJ-215]

So, I'll stir the pot a little. Reading back the last few days, I've seen discussions on SP, revenue and LDA. So looking at time frames and other bits and pieces, without people getting nasty, what are peoples thoughts?

Here are mine. I'd be very disappointed if the LDA call comes to time and no good news has come forward. (price sensitive ASX ann) If the SP hasn't moved, I'm ok with that, it'll do what it does. I'd just be disappointed they made the call so early without some good news. AKIDA 2000 or decent 4c for example.

Regarding the 4c, IMO should be better than the last one but $500-$1 miil would make me happy. That would show progress. I think the war, covid and financial markets are a good enough reason for slower than expected progress.

Arm, Intel or anyone using our IP without paying a licence fee would be unacceptable. The only way these people should be allowed to use our IP is by buying the licence or using a third party that already has. It was mentioned earlier than someone wouldn't mind if those companies didn't. I can guarantee you that Megachips wouldn't see it the same way!.

Finally, if we don't get another licence deal or lumpy revenue before the AGM, has Sean not "done his job" and should he be judged accordingly after being so bold? I believe he wanted to be judged and using poor markets can't be an excuse as this should be taken into account before making such comments. On the other hand, if we do see another licence and some lumpy revenue before hand he should be judged accordingly with holders singing in the streets holding up signs with God save KING Sean on them. IMO have fun, and be kind.

Hi skutza,

I don't think the 4C will offer much in dollar terms. If there was a major license agreement we probably would of heard about it unless it is a secret squirrel agreement with a DoD contractor in which case the dollars would likely trickle in over years to hide the deal and its pricing. Also a chance that the cash from any sales won't hit our books until this quarter. Not the companys' fault, just accounting. Will likely release it after the market closes on Friday.

The LDA call is my main focus atm. Looking at the announcement I assume that BRN are chasing the full amount available of $28M (give or take a dollar or two). If that is their aim it implies a SP of around 93 cents. I think most holders would be happy with that. The question is what news does the company have up its sleeve to boost the SP to that level (and beyond)? The odd thing about this call is the extended time frame.

 

[Slade]

Hi skutza,

I don't think the 4C will offer much in dollar terms. If there was a major license agreement we probably would of heard about it unless it is a secret squirrel agreement with a DoD contractor in which case the dollars would likely trickle in over years to hide the deal and its pricing. Also a chance that the cash from any sales won't hit our books until this quarter. Not the companys' fault, just accounting. Will likely release it after the market closes on Friday.

The LDA call is my main focus atm. Looking at the announcement I assume that BRN are chasing the full amount available of $28M (give or take a dollar or two). If that is their aim it implies a SP of around 93 cents. I think most holders would be happy with that. The question is what news does the company have up its sleeve to boost the SP to that level (and beyond)? The odd thing about this call is the extended time frame.

Then again with everything going on they might just really feel that they need the dollars soon to really get things firing up. LDA get the shares for 91.5% of the larger of the two amounts described in the announcement. It’s certainly not in BrainChip’s interest for the sp to go down. But we don’t know at the moment why they put the call out so early. I see it as a positive and that those millions are going to be put use to some great immediate effect.

 

[Earlyrelease]

Re the 4C.

I simply ask that no matter what the 4C brings, people that have a sudden desire to either explode with joy or anger and share their immediate thoughts with our BRN staff/management or partners maybe take a breath.

The one thing I find particularly interesting in my career is after a particularly stressful or stimulant assisted exchange, people often come back a day or so latter with their tails between their legs apologising profusely after they recognise what they actually did or said. But the damage has been done.

So recalling the last 4c, I remember there was commentary that Tony and co received rather crass calls or emails at Brainchip Hq. How about we try and fashion those, if we have to, into corro likely to result in a wilful and positive response rather than a benign but politely worded response which in all reality means you are a rude prick.

My thoughts .

 

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[FJ-215]

Then again with everything going on they might just really feel that they need the dollars soon to really get things firing up. LDA get the shares for 91.5% of the larger of the two amounts described in the announcement. It’s certainly not in BrainChip’s interest for the sp to go down. But we don’t know at the moment why they put the call out so early. I see it as a positive and that those millions are going to be put use to some great immediate effect.

With all the talk of global growth slowing and recession, being cashed up with $50M plus in the bank has to be good news. Smart move going early imo.

 

[Slade]

With all the talk of global growth slowing and recession, being cashed up with $50M plus in the bank has to be good news. Smart move going early imo.

Agree

 

[MadMayHam | 合氣道]

My unqualified and unsolicited prediction of the 4C... Slight increase in revenue due to non-recurring engineering (NRE) fees (presumably paid for meeting certain milestones) which would augur well as an indication of future streams of revenue from recurring sales.

 

[Build-it]

US Army turns to predictive maintenance to cut mishaps

The Army says it is increasingly catching problems before they generate in-flight issues for their aircraft.

www.defensenews.com

I wonder if something has changed (akida) that provides confidence to allow exposure in this predictive maintenance technology.

Edge Compute.

 

[BaconLover]

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Have a great day everyone ❤

 

[stuart888]

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[Violin1]

Re the 4C.

I simply ask that no matter what the 4C brings, people that have a sudden desire to either explode with joy or anger and share their immediate thoughts with our BRN staff/management or partners maybe take a breath.

The one thing I find particularly interesting in my career is after a particularly stressful or stimulant assisted exchange, people often come back a day or so latter with their tails between their legs apologising profusely after they recognise what they actually did or said. But the damage has been done.

So recalling the last 4c, I remember there was commentary that Tony and co received rather crass calls or emails at Brainchip Hq. How about we try and fashion those, if we have to, into corro likely to result in a wilful and positive response rather than a benign but politely worded response which in all reality means you are a rude prick.

My thoughts .

Fully agree. The company is doing what it said it would, maybe slightly slower on sales announcements than we'd like, but moving it all forward. We have no promises of massive revenue yet, or of announcements so we should not build up our expectations and then spit the dummy when they don't become reality. Don't be rude - nice motto for life, really.

 

[equanimous]

 

[Tuliptrader]

Where are you hiding the other 6 dwarfs.

Statistically speaking, 6 out of 7 dwarves aren't happy.

TT

 

[alwaysgreen]

Then again with everything going on they might just really feel that they need the dollars soon to really get things firing up. LDA get the shares for 91.5% of the larger of the two amounts described in the announcement. It’s certainly not in BrainChip’s interest for the sp to go down. But we don’t know at the moment why they put the call out so early. I see it as a positive and that those millions are going to be put use to some great immediate effect.

My theory is that a number of customers saw Akida, loved the potential but said it needed tweaks. Hence, the capital raise to get Akida 2.0 to market asap.

Purely speculation.

 

[Boab]

My theory is that a number of customers saw Akida, loved the potential but said it needed tweaks. Hence, the capital raise to get Akida 2.0 to market asap.

Purely speculation.

Agreed.
It must be very difficult selling a product when you know the next version is just around the corner.
I'm guessing whilst talking to potential clients they would be telling them whats in the pipeline and the endless possibilities that Akida II could be used for.
I see the early call for cash as nothing but positive.

 

[Tothemoon24]

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Pure speculation DYOR

 

[buena suerte :-)]

Very much looking forward to the Grand Reveal of the next Gen Akida! hopefully very soon!!

I have met and chatted with Peter on a few occasions now, and when we last spoke a few months ago he made the point that Akida1.0 will not be obsolete when Akida 2.0 (Or it's new name?) comes to the market because they all have their own unique functions so they will always have their own place within different applications, thought I would share that so people didn't think that the next Gen Akida's will be superseding previous versions! (They won't be!)

Have a great day whatever you do Cheers

 

[HopalongPetrovski]

Very much looking forward to the Grand Reveal of the next Gen Akida! hopefully very soon!!

I have met and chatted with Peter on a few occasions now, and when we last spoke a few months ago he made the point that Akida1.0 will not be obsolete when Akida 2.0 (Or it's new name?) comes to the market because they all have their own unique functions so they will always have their own place within different applications, thought I would share that so people didn't think that the next Gen Akida's will be superseding previous versions! (They won't be!)

Have a great day whatever you do Cheers

Interesting. Not being technical I had assumed that Akida 2 would be an enhanced version of Akida 1.
i.e. capable of everything that Akida 1 could do but with some additional capabilities and perhaps improved performance.
So, I could see that Akida 1 wouldn't necessarily become obsolete as certain use cases could be satisfied and you would only opt for Akida 2 if you wanted or needed the extra utility. Similarly you may not need all of the grunt or wide spectrum recognition potentially available in Akida 1 or 2 if your use case is fairly simple or limited such as may be employed by a toy or an appliance which is merely registering some easily defined input or stimulus.
But am I correct then in my reading of your comment that Akida 1 will be capable of activity that Akida 2 is not?

Also curious where you caught up with Peter a few months ago if you're willing to share.
How was he? In good spirits? Although I know he doesn't partake of alcohol.

When I spoke with him in Sydney last AGM he was in fine form both mentally and apparently physically.
I got the impression he looks after himself and is definitely a man with a mission.
He impressed me a lot and along with the team he has built around him gave me great confidence in our investment.

 

[Realinfo]

There was s/p movement at the station
as the word had past around,
that the 4c had been drafted
and it didn"t bring a frown.

.................................................................mrgdsPatterson ............................................................

AKIDA BALLISTA

Hey @mrgds…you and me should pay Banjo’s Foundation a royalty !!

We’re in the middle of the awards season, with the Oscar’s, the Emmy’s, the Golden Globes, the Grammy’s et al in full nomination mode. Listening to all the Australia Day Awards today, I thought…has Peter been properly recognised for his life changing and transformational achievement?

I recall some pretty obscure gong that he received a couple of years ago, but me myself personally believes what he’s done and is doing, puts him right up there in Nobel Prize territory. I mean even Billy Gates said anyone who could do what Peter’s done, is worth ten times what he did.

No doubt awards are the last thing on his mind, but I believe Peter will eventually be internationally recognised by the wider global community for what he’s achieved and is achieving. For now though, this lack of recognition simply demonstrates that understanding what Akida can and will do, remains locked in the realm of the tech world.

In relation to the next 4C, me thinks that revenue must be higher…I mean surely it couldn’t remain at the paltry level it was last time.

That said…there is no excuse for Hey Hey’s update to not include the current state of play with Akida’s development, patents, staffing, and of course sales and marketing. I say again, this can easily be done without naming names or jeopardising confidentiality agreements our battler has signed. To suggest otherwise is a nonsense, and an admission that nobody within the company has the ability to put words on paper that summarises where the company currently is, without breaching confidentiality.

I feel better now.

 

[dippY22]

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Synsense and Loihi mentioned but didn't hear any references to Akida. But I was multitasking so my attention was not totally focused.