ASX ANNOUNCEMENT 2016
ASX - December 29, 2016
Name of Director: Nigel Finch
Date of appointment: 28 December 2016
ASX - December 28, 2016
Name of director: Richard Kuo
Date of last notice: 17 May 2016
Date that director ceased to be director: 28 December 2016
ASX - December 28, 2016
Name of director: Martin Green
Date of last notice: 23 September 2015
Date that director ceased to be director: 28 December 2016
ASX - December 28, 2016
Animoca Brands (ASX: AB1, "The Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Nigel Finch as Non-Executive Director.
ASX - December 23, 2016
Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (ASX: AB1) announces that it has received a statement of claim issued in the District Court of Western Australia by Patersons Securities Limited ("Patersons").
ASX - December 13, 2016
Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (ASX: AB1) advises in accordance with ASX Listing Rule 3.10A that the following securities will be released from ASX mandatory restricted security requirements on 23 January 2017:
(a) 16,413,424 ordinary shares;
(b) 2,366,025 unquoted options (exercise price of $0.20 and expiry date of 23 January 2018);
(c) 2,989,428 Class B Performance Shares (forfeited by shareholder on 31 October 2016 for no consideration in accordance with the terms of issue and to be cancelled subject to shareholder approval).
ASX - December 07, 2016
‘All Aboard!’ Animoca Brands (ASX: AB1) and Mattel Inc. (Nasdaq: MAT) today announced the global availability of Thomas & Friends™: Read & Play, the subscription-based children's entertainment and learning mobile app based on Mattel’s popular preschool franchise Thomas & Friends™.
ASX - November 09, 2016
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Thomas & Friends™: Read & Play e-book app now available in the App Store℠
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App includes e-books, videos, games and creation tools that encourage engagement and retention
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Diversifies the Animoca Brands product portfolio into mobile edutainment subscription products and activates first subscription based revenues
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Additional e-book projects in development
ASX - November 01, 2016
Name of Director: Yat Siu
Date of last notice: 5 October 2015
ASX - October 28, 2016
Details of substantial holder
Name: Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (Animoca Brands)
ACN/ARSN (if applicable): 122 921 813
There was a change in the interests of the substantial holder on 27 October 2016
The previous notice was given to the company on 18 August 2016
The previous notice was dated 18 August 2016
ASX - October 27, 2016
New issue announcement, application for quotation of additional securities and agreement.
ASX - October 27, 2016
In accordance with the terms and conditions disclosed in the Prospectus of Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (ASX: AB1) (Company) dated 4 December 2014, the Company issued Class A and Class B Performance Shares that were subject to various performance milestones in relation to the financial results of the Company for the two years ended 30 June 2016.
ASX - October 27, 2016
Animoca Brands has today released its Appendix 4C Report for the three-month period from 1 July 2016 to 30 September 2016 and is pleased to provide a review of the progress made during the period.
ASX - October 05, 2016
Name of Director: Yat Siu
Date of last notice: 2 September 2015
ASX - October 04, 2016
Name of Director: David Kim
Date of last notice: 2 September 2015
ASX - September 27, 2016
Name of Director: David Brickler
Date of last notice: 29 January 2015
ASX - September 26, 2016
Name of Director: Robert Yung
Date of last notice: 2 September 2015
ASX - September 02, 2016
Attached is a letter sent today by Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (ASX: AB1) to those of its shareholders who have provided an email address to the company
ASX - August 31, 2016
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Animoca Brands launches He-Man™ Tappers of Grayskull™ based on the Masters of the Universe® franchise
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The new game features voice-over acting by the legendary Alan Oppenheimer and Cam Clarke, the official voices of Skeletor® and He-Man/Prince Adam, respectively
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The Masters of the Universe brand is estimated to have over 30 million fans worldwide
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Further games based on Mattel properties arriving in 2016; Animoca Brands will launch its first e-book based on Thomas & Friends™ in the September quarter
ASX - August 30, 2016
This presentation has been prepared by Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (“AB1” or the “Company”) on 30 August 2016. It does not purport to contain all the information that a prospective investor may require in connection with any potential investment in the Company. You should not treat the contents of this presentation, or any information provided in connection with it, as financial advice, financial product advice or advice relating to legal, taxation or investment matters.
ASX - August 30, 2016
Highlights
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A$4.0m revenue in 1H16 (29% growth vs 1H15), driven by a combination of new game launches and increased contribution (long-tail effect) from existing games.
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Strong operating metric growth (total downloads and monthly active users grew by 56% and 64% respectively vs 1H15) signaling ongoing demand and increased user engagement.
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Increased investments in new products and e-book development resulted in $3.2m 1H16 net loss before tax (all development costs expensed, not capitalised).
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Well positioned for growth through both distribution partnerships and the acquisition of Finland based TicBits Oy which expands the Company’s European footprint, game IP and mobile game development capability.
ASX - August 30, 2016
The Directors of Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (‘Animoca’ or ‘the Company’) present their Report together with the financial statements of the Consolidated Entity, being Animoca and its Controlled Entities (‘the Group’) for the half-year ended 30 June 2016.
ASX - August 18, 2016
Details of substantial holder
Name: Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (Animoca Brands)
ACN/ARSN (if applicable): 122 921 813
There was a change in the interests of the substantial holder on 18 August 2016
The previous notice was given to the company on 15 April 2016
The previous notice was dated 15 April 2016
ASX - August 08, 2016
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Animoca Brands signs licensing agreement with DreamWorks Animation to develop portfolio of book apps for Asian markets
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Further expands portfolio and includes the highly popular How to Train Your Dragon, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda and The Croods properties, as well as the highly-anticipated animated comedy Trolls.
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Strengthens and enhances the Company’s brand portfolio; total brand portfolio now stands at 20 brands
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Book apps to be developed will be promoted by Animoca Brands to all Asian markets
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Expansion of brand portfolio is consistent with Company’s strategy and reflects its ability to partner with global companies
ASX - August 02, 2016
Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (ASX: AB1) advises in accordance with ASX Listing Rule 3.10A that 34,752,835 ordinary shares will be released from voluntary escrow agreements on 18 August 2016.
ASX - July 27, 2016
Highlights
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Cash receipts from customers amounted to A$628k during the quarter, with an additional A$983k in receivables outstanding from Mattel and A$739k in receivables due from in-app purchases (IAP’s) on Google and Apple, of which A$833k were collected as of 26 July 2016. Cash receipts plus these receivables total A$2.35m.
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Low conversion of trade receivables into cash in the quarter impacted by both a structural change in sales relationship with Apple and Google and build-up of receivables from Mattel.
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Total unaudited revenues of A$1.8m, compared to A$1.7m in Q2 2015, an increase of 7%.
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As a result of certain apps’ release being pushed into Q3 2016, the total number of apps launched was 8, compared to 27 in Q2 2015. Pipeline of app launches in Q3 particularly high.
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Installations continued to rise, with a total of 18.5m new downloads during the quarter, bringing the total to 220m, despite a lower than usual number of app launches.
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New installations averaged 6.16m per month, an increase of 66.5% on the rate of new installations in Q2 2015.
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Monthly Active Users (MAU’s) averaged 10.13m per month during the quarter, an increase of 58% on Q2 2015.
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Post the quarter, the Company announced the acquisition of Finnish gaming company TicBits Oy expanding its portfolio of brands and games.
ASX - July 14, 2016
Animoca Brands (ASX: AB1) and Mattel, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAT) announce the launch of the fifth mobile game resulting from their partnership: Monster High™ Minis Mania, based on the highly popular Monster High™ brand.
ASX - July 08, 2016
Animoca Brands (ASX: AB1, “The Company”) is pleased to announce it has completed its acquisition of TicBits OY (TicBits), with the initial cash consideration of €2.35 million (A$3.5 million) having now been paid to the vendors.
ASX - July 04, 2016
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Animoca Brands to acquire Finnish mobile game developer TicBits Oy
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Highly complementary products and IP, enhancing existing suite of games and licensed brands
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Significant opportunities to leverage TicBits apps and game engines with Animoca Brands' IP portfolio and distribution
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Diversifies operations geographically, tapping Nordic mobile engineering talent - Finland is home to mobile gaming giants Supercell (Tencent acquired for A$12bn in June '16) and Rovio (makers of Angry Birds) amongst others
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Upfront cash consideration of €2.35 million (A$3.5m) and agreement to pay €1m (A$1.5m), in cash or ordinary shares, at the end of 2018 and potential earn-out payments
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Up to €0.5m (A$0.75m) in earn-outs payable over three years if cumulative net income is €2.1m, additional €0.5m annual bonus for each year NPAT > €3m
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Acquired balance sheet includes €1.2m (A$1.8m) in excess cash
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Transaction EV/EBIT multiple of 3.6x (TicBits FY2015 EBIT €0.6m)
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Acquisition funded by the partial use of funds from April capital raising
ASX - July 04, 2016
Highlights
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Animoca Brands to acquire Finnish mobile game developer TicBits for an upfront cash consideration of €2.35m (A$3.5m) and €1m (approx. A$1.5m) payable in 2018
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TicBits has €1.2m (A$1.8m) in excess cash, accumulated from profits
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Initial consideration represents an EV/EBIT multiple of 3.6x based on FY15 EBIT
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Up to €0.5m (approx A$0.75m) in earn-out payments payable over three years if cumulative net income is €2.1m and a €0.5m bonus for each year NPAT exceeds €3m
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Highly complementary portfolio and owned IP:
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Expands operational footprint into the European market, particularly in Finland, the home of Supercell (Tencent acq in June’16 for A$11.6bn) and Rovio (Angry Birds), two of the world’s most successful mobile game companies
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TicBits’ existing game engines can be leveraged to produce new branded apps based on Animoca Brands’ portfolio of licensed IP
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Significant opportunity to increase advertising opportunities in TicBits apps, by increasing the ROI for advertisers
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Identified opportunities to increase the distribution of TicBits games through Animoca’s publishing partnerships and platforms
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TicBits’ highly skilled team will enhance Animoca’s operational base, its reach and its influence in the mobile gaming sector
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Acquisition is funded from the partial use of the funds raised in the April capital raising
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Aligns with the Company’s strategy to expand its global presence and enhance its owned portfolio of IP and games
ASX - May 18, 2016
Highlights
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Strong performance of Garfield Chef app through publishing partnership with Xiaomi, China’s largest smartphone maker
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Over 7 million total downloads achieved since launch in December 2015
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Performance validates the Company’s strategy to partner with Xiaomi and highlights the popularity of the brands within Animoca Brands’ portfolio
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Animoca Brands continues to partner with distributors with significant audience reach and to leverage its portfolio of well-known brands to drive user growth
ASX - May 17, 2016
Name of Director: Richard Kuo
Date of last notice: 11 September 2015
Appendix 3B
ASX - May 13, 2016
New issue announcement, application for quotation of additional securities and agreement
ASX - May 09, 2016
Highlights
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Animoca Brands successfully raised $1m via its Share Purchase Plan (SPP)
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Applications for the SPP significantly greater than $1m, resulting in scale backs
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Represents strong support from shareholders and confidence in the Company’s strategy
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Funding to accelerate expansion of brand portfolio, development of new apps and digital entertainment opportunities in the children’s sector
ASX - April 29, 2016
Highlights
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Cash receipts from customers grew to A$2.72m, a 70% increase on the December 2015 quarter (A$1.6m) and a 325% increase on the prior corresponding March 2014 quarter (A$0.6m)
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Unaudited revenue of A$2.18m, compared to A$2.39m in the December 2015 quarter, an 82% increase on the prior corresponding March 2015 quarter (A$1.4m)
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Revenue growth driven by increasingly engaged users (MAUs 13.3m), a result of highly popular games launched in partnership with Mattel and expanded distribution channels
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Installations continue to rise, with a total of 26.7m new downloads during the quarter, bringing the total to over 200m, a significant milestone for the Company
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Company remains well funded to drive forward product and partnership expansion strategies following a successful Institutional Placement of A$6.5m post the quarter
ASX - April 26, 2016
Details of substantial holder
Name: Startive Ventures, Inc.
ACN/ARSN (if applicable): N/A
The holder became a substantial holder on 15/04/2016
ASX - April 20, 2016
Details of substantial holder
Name: FingerFun (HK) Limited
ACN/ARSN (if applicable): N/A
There was a change in the interests of the substantial holder on 15 April 2016
The previous notice was given to the company on 8 December 2015
The previous notice was dated 8 December 2015
ASX - April 19, 2016
Details of substantial holder
Name: Intel Capital Corporation
ACN/ARSN (if applicable): N/A
There was a change in the interests of the substantial holder on 15 April 2016
The previous notice was given to the company on 8 December 2015
The previous notice was dated 8 December 2015
ASX - April 18, 2016
Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (ASX: AB1) (Company) announced on 11 April 2016 the opportunity for eligible shareholders of the Company to participate in a Share Purchase Plan.
ASX - April 15, 2016
Details of substantial holder
Name: Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (Animoca Brands)
ACN/ARSN (if applicable): 122 921 813
There was a change in the interests of the substantial holder on 15 April 2016
The previous notice was given to the company on 24 December 2015
The previous notice was dated 24 December 2015
ASX - April 15, 2016
New issue announcement,application for quotation of additional securitiesand agreement
ASX - April 15, 2016
AB1 has today issued 32,500,000 fully paid ordinary shares under a Placement without disclosure to investors under Part 6D.2 of the Corporations Act.
ASX - April 11, 2016
Highlights
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Animoca Brands successfully raised $6.5 million via Institutional Placement
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Placement to be followed by a Share Purchase Plan (SPP) to raise up to a potential $1 million
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Placement received considerable support from highly regarded institutions as well as some sophisticated and professional investors
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Funding will enable the Company to expand its IP portfolio and revenue enhancing games and digital entertainment opportunities
ASX - April 08, 2016
Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (ASX: AB1) (Company) gives notice that shareholders of the Company passed all resolutions considered at the Annual General Meeting today.
ASX - April 08, 2016
Attached is the presentation to be given by the Company’s Chief Executive Officer (Robby Yung) at the Company’s annual general meeting to be held today at 11:00am (Sydney time) at the offices of Grant Thornton Australia at Level 17, 383 Kent Street, Sydney, New South Wales.
ASX - April 07, 2016
The securities of Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (the “Company”) will be placed in Trading Halt Session State at the request of the Company, pending the release of an announcement by the Company. Unless ASX decides otherwise, the securities will remain in Trading Halt Session State until the earlier of the commencement of normal trading on Monday, 11 April 2016 or when the announcement is released to the market.
ASX - March 23, 2016
This presentation has been prepared by Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (“AB1” or the “Company”). It does not purport to contain all the information that a prospective investor may require in connection with any potential investment in the Company. You should not treat the contents of this presentation, or any information provided in connection with it, as financial advice, financial product advice or advice relating to legal, taxation or investment matters.
ASX - March 22, 2016
Highlights
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Distribution agreement with Tencent to publish its Groove Planet game across Android versions of Weixin, Mobile QQ, and Tencent App Store in mainland China
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Commercial revenue share agreement for funds generated from the title’s in-game purchase options
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Weixin (697 million monthly active users) and Mobile QQ (642 million monthly active users) are China’s leading communication platforms
ASX - March 10, 2016
Highlights
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Animoca Brands’ chart-topping Groove Planet game is now available on Google Play for Android devices
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Groove Planet was a hit on Apple devices, with the app reaching #1 rank on the App Store 55 times
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The market for Android devices is around six times the size of the iOS market
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The release meets strong demand for Groove Planet on Android following acclaim from independent reviewers
ASX - March 08, 2016
The Notice of Annual General Meeting and Proxy Form of Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (ASX: AB1) are attached.
ASX - March 07, 2016
Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (ASX: AB1) advises that, in accordance with ASX Listing Rule 3.13.1, its next Annual General Meeting will be held on Friday 8 April 2016.
ASX - March 01, 2016
This presentation has been prepared by Animoca Brands Corporation Limited (“AB1” or the “Company”). It does not purport to contain all the information that a prospective investor may require in connection with any potential investment in the Company. You should not treat the contents of this presentation, or any information provided in connection with it, as financial advice, financial product advice or advice relating to legal, taxation or investment matters.
ASX - February 29, 2016
The Corporate Governance Statement is accurate and up to date as at 29 February 2016 and has been approved by the board.
ASX - February 29, 2016
This Corporate Governance Statement is current as at 29 February 2016 and has been approved by the board of the Company.
ASX - February 29, 2016
Highlights
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First year as a listed entity on the Australian Securities Exchange following successful acquisition and re-listing completed in January 2015
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Completion of $3.1 million equity raise with strategic Investor Ourpalm, one of the world’s largest mobile game companies, in July 2015
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Appointment of Steven Hu, Co-CEO of Ourpalm, as Non-Executive Director, expanding the expertise of the Board
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Further $4.7 million in capital raised from sophisticated and institutional investors in December 2015 to implement new initiatives and monetisation strategy
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Revenue of $7.5 million, representing a 69% increase, year on year, compared to the same period in 2014 (based on the aggregate of pro forma, management, and audited accounts during the period), and a 559% increase on FY 2014 (the period from 1 August 2014 – 31 December 2014) – driven by increased distribution channels, an expanded app portfolio, and strong advertising growth
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Expansion of licensed IP – First celebrity deal through the licensing of Paris Hilton name and image
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Partnership with Mattel – Licensing IP and developing children’s apps in partnership with a global leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of toys and family products. Animoca Brands launched its first two Mattel-based products in 2015
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Ongoing product expansion based on existing and newly licensed IP - First in-app merchandise launched using the Paris Hilton brand and first games published with Mattel: Thomas & Friends™: Race On! and Ever After High™ Tea Party Dash
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Diversifying product offering through collaboration with Mattel to launch range of e-books
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Growth of distribution channels:
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Agreement with Tencent, leading Chinese entertainment company to publish successful Armies of Dragons mobile game
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15 games by Animoca Brands featured as part of Google’s ‘Designed for Families’ section of the Google Play Store
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Star performer during the year – Doraemon Gadget Rush was downloaded over 1.8 million times in less than two weeks following its launch on 5 February 2015
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Surprise hit – experimental music game Groove Planet enjoyed widespread popular and critical success when it launched in December 2015, accumulating about 650,000 downloads in its first month and over 1,000 feature placements by Apple
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Partnership with Leading Hollywood Entertainment Studio Lionsgate and feature film producer Splash Entertainment to produce two mobile games for the animated feature film, Norm of the North
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Average number of Monthly Active Users increased by 38% in 2015 to 8.6 million
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Total new installations of our apps this year grew by 37%, from 45 million in 2014 to 61 million in 2015, bringing the total cumulative number of app installs to 174.7 million at the end of 2015
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Successfully launched 75 new games in 2015, including two successful releases in partnership with Mattel, bringing Animoca Brands’ total number of apps to 411
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Solidified position as a leading designer and developer of mobile gaming products, through partnerships with leading global brands
ASX - February 03, 2016
Highlights
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Deal signed with leading Chinese mobile and electronics company Xiaomi to publish Animoca Brands’ popular mobile gaming app Garfield Chef, which is co-developed with Chinese mobile game company Citrus Joy
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Xiaomi granted exclusive rights to publish the Garfield Chef app throughout China on both iOS and Android operating systems
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Strong performance in first month with over 1.5 million downloads achieved through the agreement with Xiaomi
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Agreement represents Animoca Brand’s ability to partner with leading Chinese companies as it continues to expand its distribution channels in the world’s largest and fastest-growing mobile market
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Expansion of distribution channels continues to drive user acquisition and revenue
ASX - January 29, 2016
Highlights
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Cash receipts from customers increased in the quarter to $1.6m, a 16.7% increase over the September 2015 quarter and a 697% increase on the previous corresponding quarter in December 2014
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Unaudited revenue of A$2.39m recorded in Q4 2015, an average of A$797,000 per month, and up 15.46% quarter on quarter from unaudited revenues of A$2.07m in Q3 2015
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Strong operating metrics: total number of installations continued to rise, reaching 174.7m and average monthly active users (“MAU’s”) of 9.07m were recorded
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Secured cash investment of A$4.69m at A$0.14 from investors in December 2015 to fund growth of the existing business and the expansion into e-books
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Successful launches of first co-development projects with Mattel Inc., including Ever After High™ Tea Party Dash, and Thomas and Friends™: Race On!
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Well funded to continue to drive product development and fuel expansion of the user base, ahead of implementing a number of new monetisation opportunities
ASX - January 29, 2016
Quarterly report for entities admitted on the basis of commitments
ASX - January 08, 2016
Animoca Brands (ASX: AB1) is pleased to announce it has partnered with Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF), a premier next generation global content leader and feature film producer Splash Entertainment to produce two mobile games for the upcoming Lionsgate animated feature, Norm of the North, being released in theatres on 15 January 2016.