20-F: NFT Limited Reports Profitable 2024 Despite Revenue Dip, Navigating Regulatory Scrutiny and NFT Market Volatility

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Annual Report 30 April 2025 4:43 PM

NFT Limited announces a profitable 2024, driven by other income, despite a decrease in commission revenue and ongoing efforts to manage risks associated with the evolving NFT market and regulatory landscape.

Capital raiseThe Company entered into certain securities purchase agreement (the SPA) on January 10, 2024 with certain non-U.S. Persons (the Purchasers) as defined in Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, pursuant to which the Company agreed to sell an aggregate of 69,983,770 units (the Units), each Unit consisting of one Class A Ordinary Share of the Company, par value $0.0001 per share (Share) and a warrant to purchase one Share (Warrant) with an initial exercise price of $0.276 per Share, at a price of $0.221 per Unit, for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $15.47 million (the Offering), subject to various conditions to closing.On February 2, 2024, the transaction contemplated by the SPA consummated when all the closing conditions of the SPA have been satisfied and the Company issued the Units to the Purchasers pursuant to the SPA.

Better than expectedThe company's net profit improved significantly from a loss in 2023 to a profit in 2024.

Summary

NFT Limited, a Cayman Islands holding company, reported a net profit of $6,296,515 for 2024, a significant turnaround from a loss in 2023.
Commission revenue decreased to $740,701 in 2024 from $2,153,515 in 2023 and $3,403,536 in 2022.
The company's profitability was significantly boosted by other income totaling $6,867,033, primarily due to a gain on the change of fair value of warrant liabilities.
Operating expenses decreased to $1,454,919 in 2024 from $2,473,600 in 2023, reflecting cost management efforts.
The company is transitioning its business internationally and focusing on NFT-related technologies, including consulting services and exploring NFT gaming.
NFT Limited faces risks related to the evolving regulatory framework for NFTs, cybersecurity threats, and the volatility of the art market.
As of December 31, 2024, the company had $86,624,171 in cash and cash equivalents, with $4,351,692 categorized as restricted cash from client advance payments.
The company's cash is primarily held with Silkroad International Bank in Djibouti, which is subject to foreign exchange regulations and lacks a formal deposit insurance system.
The company is implementing measures to enhance internal controls over financial reporting after identifying a material weakness related to a lack of sufficient financial reporting personnel.
A reverse share split of 1-for-50 was approved by shareholders and took effect on April 12, 2024.
The company is subject to U.S. and Hong Kong regulations, including tax laws and securities regulations.

Sentiment

Score: 6

Explanation: The document presents a mixed sentiment. While the company achieved profitability, there are concerns about declining revenue, reliance on other income, and regulatory risks. The sentiment is neutral to slightly positive.

Positives

The company achieved a significant net profit of $6,296,515 in 2024, demonstrating a return to profitability.
Operating expenses were reduced, indicating improved cost management.
The company is actively exploring new revenue streams in the NFT gaming business.
The company has a substantial cash position of $86,624,171, providing financial flexibility.
The company is taking steps to address a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting.

Negatives

Commission revenue decreased significantly, indicating a potential decline in core business activity.
The company's profitability is heavily reliant on other income, which may not be sustainable.
A significant portion of the company's cash is held in a single foreign bank without deposit insurance, posing a risk.
The company identified a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting, which could lead to financial misstatements.
The company operates in a highly regulated and volatile NFT market, which is subject to evolving legal and regulatory risks.

Risks

The company's transition to an internationally operated business and reliance on NFT-related technologies are subject to uncertainties.
The Chinese regulatory framework for internet payment and related financial systems may pose obstacles for serving clients in mainland China.
The lack of deposit insurance for cash held at Silkroad International Bank poses a significant risk.
Stringent foreign exchange regulations in Djibouti may restrict the company's ability to convert local currency and repatriate funds.
The evolving legal and regulatory framework governing NFTs and cryptocurrencies could materially and adversely affect the company's business.
Cybersecurity attacks targeting the company's systems and network could damage its reputation and negatively impact its business.
The company has insufficient insurance coverage, which could severely impact its performance in the event of a significant loss.
The company is dependent on certain key personnel, and the loss of their services could have a material adverse effect on its business.
The company's financial results may fluctuate due to various factors, including economic downturns and changes in laws and regulations.
The Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act (HFCA Act) could prohibit trading in the company's securities if its auditor is not inspected by the PCAOB for two consecutive years.

Future Outlook

The company aims to create an original digital platform integrating games, artworks, domain names, insurance, collectibles, virtual assets, real assets, and identity, changing traditional industries through its efforts.

Industry Context

The company operates in the evolving NFT market, which is experiencing a shift towards utility-driven applications and increasing regulatory scrutiny.

Comparison to Industry Standards

The document mentions competitors like Opensea and Coinbase in the NFT marketplace.
Opensea has more than 20,000 users and a monthly transaction volume exceeding $5 million.
Coinbases new NFT platform has 1.4 million signups and an active population of 50,000 users.
The document lists service rates for Rarible, VIV3, OpenSea, and SuperRare platforms, providing a benchmark for commission fees.

Management Changes

Role	Previous Person	New Person	Effective Date	Reason
Chief Financial Officer	Yaobin Wang	Jianguang Qian	August 16, 2024	Yaobin Wang resigned on August 15, 2024

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders: The company's profitability and efforts to enhance internal controls could positively impact shareholder value.
Employees: The company's growth and expansion plans could create new employment opportunities.
Customers: The company's focus on NFT-related technologies and consulting services could provide new opportunities for artists, art dealers, and art investors.

Next Steps

The company is committed to creating an original digital platform that integrates games, artworks, domain names, insurance, collectibles, virtual assets, real assets, identity and other fields, and changes the market status of traditional industries through its own efforts.

Key Dates

Date	Description
April 17, 2009	Cardigant Medical Inc. was incorporated in Delaware.
July 31, 2014	Stock Purchase Agreement resulted in a change of control of the Company.
August 28, 2014	Sale of shares consummated, resulting in a change in control of the Company.
October 20, 2014	Acquired the business of Hong Kong Takung through a share exchange agreement.
November 5, 2014	Changed name from Cardigant Medical Inc. to Takung Art Co., Ltd.
August 10, 2015	Effected a reverse stock split of 1-for-25.
March 22, 2017	Ordinary shares began trading on the NYSE American.
July 20, 2018	Hong Kong Takung Art Holdings Company Limited (Takung Art Holdings) was incorporated in Hong Kong.
June 18, 2019	Art Era Internet Technology (Tianjin) Co., Ltd. was deregistered.
June 19, 2019	Acquired Hong Kong MQ Group Limited.
August 1, 2019	Engaged Sing Leung Li as an external consultant.
August 10, 2020	Tianjin MQ was deregistered.
September 16, 2020	Engaged Vivian Liu as an external consultant.
December 13, 2021	Takung Digital was incorporated in Albany, New York.
January 7, 2022	Takung Exchange was incorporated in Wyoming.
January 27, 2022	Metaverse HK was formed in Hong Kong.
January 4, 2022	Kuangtao Wang was appointed as Chief Executive Officer.
January 5, 2022	Jianguang Qian was appointed as Chief Financial Officer.
March 31, 2022	Registered name was changed to Takung Exchange Limited.
August 1, 2022	Kuangtao Wang was appointed as the chairman of the board of directors.
November 1, 2022	Entered into a share purchase agreement to dispose of Hong Kong Takung and Hong Kong MQ.
November 1, 2022	Entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger with NFT Limited.
December 15, 2022	Amended and restated the Merger Agreement.
July 10, 2023	Yaobin Wang was appointed as Chief Financial Officer.
August 15, 2024	Yaobin Wang resigned as Chief Financial Officer.
August 16, 2024	Jianguang Qian was appointed as Chief Financial Officer.
May 25, 2023	Shareholders approved the Redomicile.
September 5, 2023	Amended the Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger.
September 8, 2023	Symbol was changed to MI.
September 18, 2023	Redomicile became effective.
June 30, 2023	Disposition of Hong Kong Takung and Hong Kong MQ was closed.
March 18, 2024	Shareholders approved the reverse share split and authorized share capital increase.
April 12, 2024	Share Consolidation took effect and the shares began trading on a split-adjusted basis.
February 2, 2024	The transaction contemplated by the SPA consummated when all the closing conditions of the SPA have been satisfied and the Company issued the Units to the Purchasers pursuant to the SPA.

Keywords

NFT, blockchain, financial results, annual report, revenue, profit, risk factors, regulation, internal control, reverse stock split, Silkroad International Bank, Djibouti, Hong Kong

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