Wearable Devices Announces Full Year 2024 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update
YOKNE'AM ILLIT, Israel, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wearable Devices Ltd. (Nasdaq: WLDS, WLDSW) ("Wearable Devices" or the "Company"), a technology growth company specializing in artificial intelligence ("AI")-powered touchless sensing wearables, today announced its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Asher Dahan, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Wearable Devices, commented, "2024 was characterized by strategic capital allocation and the execution of our growth strategy as we delivered our Mudra Band for Apple Watch, and entered into several collaborations with companies and contractors at the forefront of their respective industries. With a strong focus on technological breakthroughs and innovation, we introduced the Mudra Link, a universal gesture control wearable wristband in September 2024. This launch marked a significant milestone in our neural interface technology, enabling seamless, touch-free interaction with a wide range of digital devices. The Mudra Link is open for orders, and we have started to ship the Mudra Link to customers in the first quarter of 2025. We invested significant resources in pursuit of these milestones, mainly due to strategic investments primarily in sales and marketing and research and development as we continue to innovate and showcase our technology, as well as an enhanced focus on business development on the business-to-business ("B2B") side of our business."
"Collaborations represent a key part of our business, and we expect our B2B offerings to be a significant driver of revenue for us as we grow. At the beginning of 2024, we launched the B2B Mudra Developer Kit ("MDK"), providing our B2B customers with enhanced capabilities and additional features that improve our B2B offering. The MDK allows original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs") to design new, customized gestures to create a user interface specifically tailored to their needs. At the beginning of 2024, we announced a collaboration agreement with Qualcomm Incorporated ("Qualcomm"), for the development of products using the Qualcomm Snapdragon Spaces XR Developer Platform. In October 2024, we announced an innovative collaboration with TCL-RayNeo$(TM)$ ("RayNeo"), a leader in augmented reality ("AR") technology, aiming at bringing mass-market neural interface wristband for AR glasses to life. We anticipate interest in our B2B product to grow as the market for wearable devices and AI-based technology expands, with more and more customers recognizing the value that our products can add to their operations.
"Our business-to-customer ("B2C") product, the Mudra Band, is an award-winning aftermarket band for the Apple Watch that enables touchless control of multiple Apple devices. In addition, we're seeing considerable interest in the Mudra Link, and during the first quarter of 2025 we commenced shipment of our first manufacturing batch to Mudra Link customers. 2024 was characterized by strategic capital allocation and the execution of our growth strategy, with a focus on three key areas: technological breakthroughs and innovation, adoption trends and market outlook, and strategic positioning for future growth.
First, we continued to lead in innovation with groundbreaking technologies that enable natural, touch-free interaction. Second, we are witnessing an increasing adoption trend in neural interface solutions, with growing interest from both consumers and business partners. Finally, we are well-positioned for future growth, supported by our marketing efforts, strong presence at leading trade shows such as CES and MWC, and the growing recognition of Mudra Link as a market-defining product. We continue to receive orders for the product and see significant growth potential as our technology and capabilities evolve."
Mr. Dahan concluded, "We have a comprehensive strategy with innovative B2B and B2C offerings to maximize our presence in what we believe to be a market that is poised for tremendous growth. We are very encouraged by the progress that we made in 2024 and believe that Wearable Devices is positioned for transformation in coming years, as we continue to invest in our operations, bring innovative products to market, and showcase the breadth and depth of our technology."
2024 and Recent Business Highlights:
Strategic Collaborations & Expansion
-- Signed a collaboration agreement with Qualcomm to elevate extended
reality ("XR") experiences using Mudra neural technology.
-- Collaborated with RayNeo to lead the neural control revolution for AR
glasses, positioning Mudra ahead of competitors like Meta.
-- Signed a reseller agreement to scale licensing efforts in South Korea and
China.
Product & Technology Innovations
-- Launched Mudra Link, the first AI Neural Interface Wristband for Android
and beyond, expanding accessibility of neural gesture control.
-- Released the Mudra Developer Kit (MDK) for B2B customers, enabling OEMs
to create tailored user interfaces.
-- Unveiled AI-powered Large MUAP Models to revolutionize gesture control
with personalized neural interactions.
-- Showcased future AI-powered gesture personalization technology, advancing
next-gen human-computer interaction.
Market Recognition & Sales Expansion
-- Awarded the CES 2025 Innovation Award in XR Technologies and Accessories
for Mudra Link.
-- Chosen as Best Wearable of CES 2024 by SlashGear.com.
-- Featured in Mashable, VentureBeat, and leading tech magazines.
Strategic Deployments
-- Successfully completed the first-stage deployment testing for a leading
XR glasses OEM, meeting key evaluation criteria.
-- Demonstrated Mudra technology integration with Qualcomm Snapdragon Spaces
at CES 2025 and AWE 2024.
-- Showed positive results on Lenovo's XR headset, validating Mudra's neural
technology for next-gen spatial computing.
Intellectual Property & Regulatory Progress
-- Filed a patent application for touchless pinch-to-zoom technology for
AR/VR (virtual reality) applications.
-- Secured a Chinese patent for its AI Gesture-Controlled Interface.
-- Expanded international IP portfolio with a neural wrist technology patent
filing in South Korea.
Full Year 2024 Financial Highlights:
-- Revenues: Revenues increased from $82 thousand in 2023 to $522 thousand
in 2024, marking a significant step forward in the Company's transition
toward a commercially driven business. This growth was primarily driven
by increased sales of the Mudra Band, demonstrating early market adoption
and growing demand for neural interface technology. While revenues are
still at an early stage, the upward trend reflects positive momentum and
a foundation for future expansion.
-- Research and Development Expenses: Research and development expenses
decreased by 11% to $3.0 million in the full year of 2024 compared to
$3.3 million in the full year of 2023, reflecting the successful
completion of key development phases, particularly Mudra Link, and a
transition toward production and sales. The Company continued to focus on
creating disruptive, industry leading technology that leverages AI and
proprietary algorithms, software and hardware.
-- Sales and Marketing Expenses: Sales and marketing expenses increased by
4% to $2.1 million in the full year of 2024 compared to $2.0 million in
the full year of 2023, related to the Company driving awareness of its
technology and products across various channels including participation
at multiple leading industry conferences.
-- General and administrative expenses: General and administrative expenses
decreased by 1.3% to $2.8 million in the full year of 2024 compared to
$2.9 million in the full year of 2023.
-- Net Loss: Net loss increased to $(7.9 million), or $(24.2) per diluted
share, for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to a net loss of
$(7.8 million), or $(38.4) per diluted share, for the year ended December
31, 2023.The per share information reflects the Company's 1-for-20
reverse share split, which became effective on October 10, 2024, and an
additional 1-for-4 reverse share split, which became effective on March
17, 2025.
-- Cash Position: Cash and deposits as of December 31, 2024 were $4.0
million.
-- Inventory: Inventory increased to $1.2 million at the end of 2024, as
part of the completion of the transition phase from research and
development to production and to serve our planned B2C and B2B
initiatives in 2025.
About Wearable Devices Ltd.
Wearable Devices Ltd. is a growth company developing AI-based neural input interface technology for the B2C and B2B markets. The Company's flagship product, the Mudra Band for Apple Watch, integrates innovative AI-based technology and algorithms into a functional, stylish wristband that utilizes proprietary sensors to identify subtle finger and wrist movements allowing the user to "touchlessly" interact with connected devices. The Company also markets a B2B product, which utilizes the same technology and functions as the Mudra Band and is available to businesses on a licensing basis. Wearable Devices Is committed to creating disruptive, industry leading technology that leverages AI and proprietary algorithms, software, and hardware to set the input standard for the Extended Reality, one of the most rapidly expanding landscapes in the tech industry. The Company's ordinary shares and warrants trade on the Nasdaq market under the symbol "WLDS" and "WLDSW," respectively.
Forward-Looking Statement Disclaimer
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that are intended to be covered by the "safe harbor" created by those sections. Forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe our future plans, strategies and expectations, can generally be identified by the use of forward-looking terms such as "believe," "expect," "may," "should," "could," "seek," "intend," "plan," "goal," "estimate," "anticipate" or other comparable terms. For example, we are using forward-looking statements when we discuss the benefits, capabilities, advantages and expected demand, an increasing adoption trend in neural interface solutions, with growing interest from both consumers and business partners, momentum and growth of our products and technology, our expectation for the growth of the B2B market and that our B2B offerings will be a significant driver of revenue for us as we grow, our anticipation that interest in our B2B product will grow as the market for wearable devices and AI-based technology expands and our belief that Wearable Devices is positioned for transformation in coming years. All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this press release regarding our strategies, prospects, financial condition, operations, costs, plans and objectives are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, they are based only on our current beliefs, expectations and assumptions regarding the future of our business, future plans and strategies, projections, anticipated events and trends, the economy and other future conditions. Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of our control. Our actual results and financial condition may differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not rely on any of these forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause our actual results and financial condition to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements include, among others, the following: our use of proceeds from the offering; the trading of our ordinary shares or warrants and the development of a liquid trading market; our ability to successfully market our products and services; the acceptance of our products and services by customers; our continued ability to pay operating costs and ability to meet demand for our products and services; the amount and nature of competition from other security and telecom products and services; the effects of changes in the cybersecurity and telecom markets; our ability to successfully develop new products and services; our success establishing and maintaining collaborative, strategic alliance agreements, licensing and supplier arrangements; our ability to comply with applicable regulations; and the other risks and uncertainties described in our annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2023, filed on March 15, 2024 and our other filings with the SEC. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.
Investor Contact:
Michal Efraty
IR@wearabledevices.co.il
WEARABLE DEVICES LTD. AND ITS SUBSIDIARY
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
December 31
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2024 2023
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U.S. dollars
in thousands
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Assets
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents 3,089 810
Short-term bank deposits 862 4,045
Governmental grant receivable 17 108
Other receivables and prepaid expenses 322 757
Inventories 1,226 1,032
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TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 5,516 6,752
NON-CURRENT ASSETS:
Long-term bank deposits - 54
Right-of-use assets 330 592
Property and equipment, net 130 194
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TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 460 840
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TOTAL ASSETS 5,976 7,592
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Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Accounts payable 157 410
Advance payments 83 312
Convertible promissory note 770 -
Accrued payroll and other employment
related accruals 402 579
Accrued expenses 392 190
Lease liabilities 291 297
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TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 2,095 1,788
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Lease liabilities 21 278
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TOTAL LIABILITIES 2,116 2,066
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SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY:
Ordinary shares no par value :
Authorized 50,000,000 as of December
31, 2024 and December 31, 2023; Issued
and outstanding 707,463 shares as of
December 31, 2024 and 254,843 shares
as of December 31, 2023. 67 57
Additional paid-in capital 32,895 26,692
Accumulated losses (29,102) (21,223)
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TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY 3,860 5,526
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TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY 5,976 7,592
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WEARABLE DEVICES LTD. AND ITS SUBSIDIARY
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
Year ended December 31
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2024 2023 2022
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U.S. dollars in thousands (except per
share amounts)
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Revenues 522 82 45
Cost of revenues 437 (62) (10)
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GROSS PROFIT 85 20 35
Research and
development, net (2,964) (3,316) (2,271)
Sales and marketing
expenses, net (2,096) (2,008) (1,370)
General and
administrative
expenses (2,845) (2,882) (1,948)
Initial public
offering expenses - - (904)
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OPERATING LOSS (7,820) (8,186) (6,458)
Financing income
(expenses), net (52) 372 (38)
LOSS BEFORE TAX
EXPENSES (7,872) (7,814) (6,496)
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Tax expenses (7) - -
NET LOSS AND TOTAL
COMPREHENSIVE
LOSS (7,879) (7,814) (6,496)
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Net loss per
ordinary shares,
basic and
diluted * (24.2) (38.4) (42.4)
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Weighted average
number of
ordinary shares
and pre- funded
warrants
outstanding
basic and
diluted * 325,690 202,515 153,465
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* The share and per share information in these financial
statements reflects the 1-for-20 reverse share split
became effective on October 10, 2024 and an additional
1-for-4 reverse share split of our issued and outstanding
Ordinary Shares became effective on March 17, 2025.
WEARABLE DEVICES LTD. AND ITS SUBSIDIARY
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
Year ended December 31
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2024 2023 2022
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U.S. dollars in thousands
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CASH FLOWS FROM
OPERATING
ACTIVITIES:
Net loss (7,879) (7,814) (6,496)
Adjustments
required to
reconcile net
loss to net cash
used in
operating
activities
Depreciation 107 68 23
Interest expenses
on convertible
promissory note 4 - -
Accrued interest
on deposits (3) (45) -
Share based
compensation
expenses 182 241 790
Unrealized gain
from foreign
currency
derivative
activities 68 (68) -
Marketing
expenses paid in
ordinary shares 100 - -
Provision for
inventory
write-off 75 - -
Changes in
operating assets
and liabilities
items:
Decrease in
accounts
receivable - - 8
Decrease
(increase) in
inventories (269) (1,026) 5
Decrease
(increase) in
governmental
grants
receivables 91 (54) 8
Decrease
(Increase) in
other
receivables and
prepaid
expenses 357 (136) (496)
Increase
(decrease) in
advance
payments (228) (41) 79
Increase
(decrease) in
deferred
revenues - (12) (12)
Increase
(decrease) in
accounts
payable (253) 254 84
Increase
(decrease) in
accrued payroll
and other
employment
related
accruals (177) 163 194
Increase in
accrued
expenses 212 36 99
Net cash used in
operating
activities (7,613) (8,434) (5,714)
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CASH FLOWS FROM
INVESTING
ACTIVITIES:
Purchase of
property and
equipment (43) (194) (48)
Decrease
(Increase) in
deposits, net 3,240 (4,054) -
Prepayments of
leasing - - (18)
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Net cash provided
by (used in)
investing
activities 3,197 (4,248) (66)
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CASH FLOWS FROM
FINANCING
ACTIVITIES:
Proceeds from
issuance of
shares issued in
the public
offering, net of
issuance cost 1,578 1,670 -
Proceeds from
issuance of units
of ordinary
shares and
warrants in
connection with
the initial
public offering,
net of issuance
expenses - 14,319
Proceeds from
issuance of
SAFEs - - 500
Refund to SAFE
investors - - (100)
Proceeds from
credit line - - 800
Repayment of
credit line - - (800)
Proceeds from
issuance of
ordinary shares
as a result of
exercise of
warrants - 1,449 160
Proceeds from
issuance of
ordinary shares
associated with
the SEPA 4,353 - -
Proceeds from
issuance of
convertible
promissory note 1,920 - -
Repayment of
convertible
promissory note (1,156)
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Net cash provided
by financing
activities 6,695 3,119 14,879
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Net increase (decrease)
in cash and cash
equivalents 2,279 (9,563) 9,099
Cash and Cash
Equivalents at the
beginning of year 810 10,373 1,274
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Cash and cash
equivalents at the end
of year 3,089 810 10,373
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Supplemental
Disclosure:
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Interest paid 49 - 40
Interest received (144) (305) -
Conversion of SAFEs to
equity - - 400
Right-of-use asset
recognized against
lease liability - 644 229
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