10-Q: Global Interactive Technologies Reports Q3 Loss, Boosts Cash

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Global Interactive Technologies, Inc. reported a net loss of $542,977 for Q3 2025, alongside a significant increase in cash and current assets, while addressing going concern doubts and an administrative fine.

Capital raiseThe company is pursuing a capital increase and borrowings to secure additional working capital.It is in the process of raising additional operating capital through a public offering.On February 17, 2025, a $210,000 loan was converted into 300,000 shares of common stock.On May 7, 2025, loans totaling $455,854 were converted into 361,757 shares of common stock.On May 20, 2025, a $172,666 loan from PixelArc, LLC was converted into 246,666 shares of common stock.On August 19, 2025, warrants to purchase 125,383 shares of common stock were exercised for $178,044 in cash.
Worse than expectedThe company continues to report a significant accumulated deficit of $39,689,008 and a working capital deficiency of $(511,145).Operating loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, significantly increased to $(1,781,641) from $(708,559) in the prior year.Cash used in operating activities for continuing operations increased to $(695,821) for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, from $(480,306) in the prior year, indicating increased cash burn.The net loss for the three months ended September 30, 2025, increased by 10% to $542,977 compared to the same period in 2024.Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were ineffective, highlighting material weaknesses in internal controls.The company faces substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.An administrative appeal against a KRW 142,100,000 fine was dismissed, requiring the company to pursue further legal action.

Summary

  • Net loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, decreased by 15% to $1,787,707, compared to $2,100,679 in the prior year, primarily due to workforce reduction and subsidiary sales in 2024.
  • Net loss for the three months ended September 30, 2025, increased by 10% to $542,977, compared to $491,708 in the prior year, mainly due to amortization expense of intangible software assets.
  • Cash and cash equivalents significantly increased to $36,915 as of September 30, 2025, from $2,352 as of December 31, 2024.
  • Total current assets rose to $120,071 from $2,987 over the same period.
  • The company generated $1,867 in revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, from the relaunched FANING platform, with no revenue from continuing operations in the prior year due to reclassification.
  • A working capital deficiency persists at $(511,145) as of September 30, 2025.
  • Substantial doubt exists about the company's ability to continue as a going concern due to an accumulated deficit of $39,689,008 and ongoing operating losses.
  • Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were ineffective as of September 30, 2025, citing inadequate accounting resources and lack of segregation of duties.
  • The company is appealing an administrative fine of KRW 142,100,000 (approximately $100,000 USD) from the Financial Services Commission of Korea, with the appeal dismissed and plans to file an administrative lawsuit.
  • Total registered users for the FANING platform exceeded 26.6 million globally as of September 30, 2025.

Sentiment

Score: 3

Explanation: While the company has increased cash and current assets and reduced its nine-month net loss, it continues to operate with a significant accumulated deficit, working capital deficiency, and increasing operating losses. The 'going concern' warning, ineffective internal controls, and ongoing legal dispute regarding a substantial fine indicate significant operational and financial challenges. The new revenue from the relaunched platform is minimal, and future revenue streams are still prospective, adding to uncertainty.

Positives

  • Cash and cash equivalents increased significantly to $36,915 as of September 30, 2025, from $2,352 as of December 31, 2024.
  • Total current assets increased to $120,071 as of September 30, 2025, from $2,987 as of December 31, 2024.
  • Net loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, decreased by 15% to $1,787,707 compared to $2,100,679 in the prior year.
  • The company began generating revenue from the relaunched FANING platform in May 2025, reporting $1,867 for the nine months ended September 30, 2025.
  • Total current liabilities decreased by $37,123 to $631,216 as of September 30, 2025, from $668,339 as of December 31, 2024, partly due to debt-to-equity conversions.
  • Basic net loss per share for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, improved to $(0.56) from $(0.80) in the prior year.
  • Basic net loss per share for the three months ended September 30, 2025, improved to $(0.17) from $(0.19) in the prior year.
  • The FANING platform has over 26.6 million registered users globally as of September 30, 2025.

Negatives

  • The company has an accumulated deficit of $39,689,008 as of September 30, 2025.
  • A working capital deficiency of $(511,145) persists as of September 30, 2025.
  • Operating loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, significantly increased to $(1,781,641) from $(708,559) in the prior year.
  • Net loss for the three months ended September 30, 2025, increased by 10% to $542,977 compared to $491,708 in the same period in 2024.
  • Cash used in operating activities for continuing operations increased to $(695,821) for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, from $(480,306) in the prior year.
  • Total stockholders' equity decreased to $5,245,586 as of September 30, 2025, from $5,736,084 as of December 31, 2024.
  • Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were ineffective as of September 30, 2025, citing inadequate accounting resources and lack of segregation of duties.
  • The company faces substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
  • An administrative appeal against a KRW 142,100,000 fine was dismissed, requiring the company to pursue further legal action.

Risks

  • Ability to continue as a going concern.
  • Overall strength and stability of general economic conditions and the social media platform and content creation industry.
  • Accuracy of estimates regarding expenses, future revenue, capital requirements, and needs for additional financing.
  • Changes in consumer demand for, and acceptance of, services, including the platform, and social media platforms in general.
  • Changes in the competitive environment, including adoption of competing technologies, services, and products.
  • Ability to effectively execute the business plan and expand internationally.
  • Ability to recruit, retain, and motivate skilled personnel, including key senior management.
  • Changes in the price of equipment, network infrastructure, hosting, and maintenance.
  • Uncertainties around the successful improvement and modification of existing applications and development of new products and services, which may require significant expenditures and time.
  • Changes in laws or regulations governing the business and operations.
  • Ability to maintain adequate liquidity and financing sources and an appropriate level of debt on favorable terms.
  • Ability to effectively market services.
  • Costs and risks associated with litigation brought against the company.
  • Ability to obtain and protect existing intellectual property protections, including trademarks and copyrights.
  • Changes in accounting principles, or their application or interpretation, and the ability to make estimates and assumptions, which could affect earnings.
  • Ability to maintain the listing of shares on the Nasdaq Capital Market or any other exchange.
  • Ineffective disclosure controls and procedures due to inadequate accounting resources, lack of segregation of duties, and need for a stronger internal control environment.
  • Potential for material misstatement in financial statements due to control deficiencies.
  • Uncertainty regarding securing sufficient funding in a timely manner.
  • Uncertainty regarding the success of new affiliated businesses (K-Food, entertainment agency).
  • Exposure to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates (KRW against USD).
  • Credit risk related to cash, cash equivalents, deposits, and loans with financial institutions.

Future Outlook

Management anticipates that the launch of the restructured FANING platform and recent operational adjustments will begin to be reflected in improved financial performance starting from the fourth quarter of 2025. The company plans to generate revenue from new sources, including merchandise sales, K-Food sales, and entertainment-related businesses, starting in the fourth quarter of 2025. There is no assurance that these plans will succeed or that future financing efforts will generate sufficient capital to sustain operations.

Management Comments

  • We aim to become a leading company in the global Korean entertainment market, also known as Hanryu or K-Culture, through our fan-participation-based social media platform, FANING.
  • The FANING platform is an all-in-one global playground where fans around the world can consume, create, and get rewarded for content related to their interests, and connect with other like-minded fans.
  • Management anticipates that the launch of the restructured FANING platform and recent operational adjustments will begin to be reflected in improved financial performance starting from the fourth quarter of 2025.
  • We believe our improved governance structure, upgraded FANING platform, and streamlined business focus enhance our ability to attract investment and commercial partnerships.
  • Management will continue to monitor liquidity closely and adjust operational plans as needed to conserve resources while maintaining progress toward its strategic objectives.

Industry Context

The company operates within the rapidly growing global K-Culture and social media platform industry, leveraging the increasing popularity of K-Pop and Korean content. The FANING platform, with over 26.6 million registered users, is positioned to capitalize on the global K-Culture fandom, which now exceeds 229 million fans across 119 countries. The company's strategy to diversify into K-Food and entertainment agency businesses aligns with broader trends of expanding K-Culture monetization beyond traditional media.

Corporate Governance

Change TypeDescriptionEffective DateImpact Assessment
Charter Amendment ApprovalA charter amendment to formalize the par value change from $0.001 to $0.02 is scheduled to be approved at the shareholders meeting on December 29, 2025.December 29, 2025Formalizes the par value adjustment already reflected in consolidated financial statements, aligning legal and accounting par values.

Legal Proceedings

  • The Financial Services Commission of Korea imposed an administrative fine of KRW 142,100,000 (approximately $100,000 USD) for failing to submit a securities registration statement in Korea for IPO funds raised from Korean investors in 2023.
  • The company's administrative appeal to the Korea Central Administrative Appeals Commission was dismissed on October 14, 2025.
  • The company plans to file an administrative lawsuit with the Seoul Central District Court within 90 days from November 6, 2025, to seek cancellation of the fine.

Related Party Transactions

  • A short-term loan payable of $597 from Taehoon Kim (CEO) with a 0% interest rate, due January 7, 2026.
  • A short-term loan from Hangmuk Shin totaling $94,321 was converted into equity on May 7, 2025.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders: Dilution from debt-to-equity conversions and warrant exercises, potential for further dilution from ongoing capital raise efforts. Uncertainty regarding going concern status and legal proceedings could negatively impact share value.
  • Employees: Workforce reduction in 2024 to improve financial structure. Small accounting staff identified as a material weakness in internal controls.
  • Customers (FANING users): Continued development and relaunch of the FANING platform aims to enhance user experience and engagement, with new content and commerce features planned.
  • Creditors: Conversion of short-term loans into equity has reduced liabilities, but the company is still pursuing additional borrowings.
  • Regulatory Authorities: Ongoing legal dispute with the Financial Services Commission of Korea regarding an administrative fine.

Next Steps

  • Generate revenue from merchandise sales, K-Food sales, and entertainment-related businesses starting in the fourth quarter of 2025.
  • File an administrative lawsuit with the Seoul Central District Court within 90 days from November 6, 2025, regarding the KRW 142,100,000 administrative fine.
  • Hold an annual general meeting of shareholders on December 29, 2025, to approve a charter amendment to formalize the par value change from $0.001 to $0.02.
  • Continue to monitor liquidity closely and adjust operational plans as needed to conserve resources.
  • Increase the number of employees as the company grows to implement adequate segregation of duties within the internal control framework.

Key Dates

DateDescription
October 18, 2018HBC is incorporated under the laws of the ROK.
October 29, 2020HBC establishes FNS Co., Ltd.
March 11, 2021HBC establishes Hanryu Times Co., Ltd.
March 31, 2021HBC consummates a merger agreement with RnDeep, Co. Ltd (RnDeep Acquisition).
May 17, 2021The FANTOO platform is launched and made available to the public.
June 30, 2021HBC enters into an agreement to acquire all common shares of Marine Island.
October 3, 2021HBC consummates the Marine Island Acquisition.
October 3, 2021HBC consummates a strategic acquisition of 50.8% of the outstanding common shares of K-Commerce Co.,Ltd.
October 20, 2021Hanryu Holdings is incorporated in the State of Delaware.
February 25, 2022Hanryu Holdings, HBC, and HBC shareholders enter into a share exchange agreement.
May 10, 2022Hanryu Holdings, HBC, and HBC shareholders complete the share exchange agreement.
June 16, 2022The Share Exchange and Warrant Exchange are consummated, making HBC a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company.
June 22, 2022The Company divests itself of all Kingdom Coin (KDC) holdings and terminates all crypto-currency-related activity.
August 1, 2023The shares of the Company are listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market.
December 28, 2023HBC sold its shares of Hanryu Times, Fantoo Entertainment, and K-Commerce, reclassifying them as discontinued operations.
November 5, 2024HBC sold its 100% ownership interests in FNS Co., Ltd. and Marine Island Co., Ltd.
November 6, 2024The Financial Services Commission of Korea notified the Company of its intent to impose an administrative fine of KRW 142,100,000.
December 4, 2024The Company acquired 100% ownership of Faning Korea, LLC.
December 5, 2024The Company formally changed its name from Hanryu Holdings, Inc. to Global Interactive Technologies, Inc. and its Nasdaq ticker symbol from HRYU to GITS.
December 28, 2024The Company sold 100% of its ownership interest in Hanryu Bank Co., Ltd. (HBC).
January 8, 2025The Company entered into a short-term loan agreement with Taehoon Kim for $597.
January 27, 2025The Company executed a 1-for-20 reverse stock split.
February 17, 2025The Company converted a loan of $210,000 into 300,000 shares of common stock.
March 27, 2025The Financial Services Commission rejected the Company's objection to the administrative fine.
April 2025The newly revamped FANING platform was launched.
May 7, 2025The Company converted loans totaling $455,854 into 361,757 shares of common stock.
May 20, 2025The Company converted a loan of $172,666 from PixelArc, LLC into 246,666 shares of common stock.
June 24, 2025The Company filed an administrative appeal with the Korea Central Administrative Appeals Commission seeking cancellation of the administrative fine.
August 19, 2025Warrants to purchase 125,383 shares of common stock were exercised for $178,044.
September 30, 2025End of the quarterly reporting period.
October 14, 2025The Korean Central Administrative Appeals Commission scheduled a hearing for the administrative appeal.
November 6, 2025The Company received the written decision dismissing its administrative appeal and plans to file an administrative lawsuit within 90 days.
November 12, 2025Date of filing of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.
December 29, 2025Scheduled annual general meeting of shareholders to approve the charter amendment for par value change.

Recommendation

sell

The company faces severe financial distress, evidenced by a substantial accumulated deficit, persistent working capital deficiency, and increasing operating losses. The 'going concern' warning indicates a high risk of business failure. Furthermore, the disclosure of ineffective internal controls points to significant governance and operational weaknesses. While there's a slight improvement in the nine-month net loss and an increase in cash, these are overshadowed by the overall financial instability, minimal revenue generation from the relaunched platform, and an unresolved administrative fine. The reliance on future capital raises and unproven new business lines adds considerable uncertainty, making the stock a high-risk investment with a strong likelihood of further value erosion.

Keywords

K-Culture, FANING platform, Social Media, Entertainment Technology, SEC Filing, Quarterly Report, Financial Results, Going Concern, Nasdaq, South Korea, Digital Content, Fandom, Fintech, Capital Raise, Legal Proceedings

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