2023 Results Presentation
Released
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FY23
Results
30 AUGUST 2023
AI-Media Technologies Limited (ASX: AIM)
“
AI-Media has successfully deployed the
latest AI technologies to solidify ourselves as
leaders in the live captioning industry. As
the only vertically integrated player, we are
uniquely positioned to lead and scale the
global captioning market
FY23 has seen several key milestones for the
business. We are particularly delighted to
announce substantial growth in technology
revenues, margin expansion as a result and
a 200% increase in EBITDA.
- Tony Abrahams, Co-Founder, CEO
”
Tony
Abrahams
Co-founder, CEO &
Shareholder (~15%)
John
Bird
Chief Financial Officer
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AI-Media at a glance
AI-Media is the leading captioning, transcription and translation provider
globally, with over 9 million minutes a month1 captured on its iCap platform
Best-in-class technology, providing the only end-to-end captioning solution
in market, from encrypting source data to encoding, captioning,
transcription and translation
Continued focus on business model transition towards high margin
technology revenue (GPM: >80%), overall uplift in FY23 gross profit margin to
60% (FY22: 55%) and 54% of FY23 gross profit now derived from technology
Achieved >200% growth in FY23 EBITDA to $3.3m, driven by 33% growth in
high margin tech revenue ($24.0m), representing 39% of total FY23 revenue
($61.8m)
Executing on growth priorities, including growing the iCap network, and
driving technology revenue underpinned by enhanced solutions (LEXI 3.0)
and scaling global presence
Note: A$ unless otherwise stated
1.
Based on management information
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FY23 Key highlights
Total revenue1
Tech revenue2
LEXI revenue
Monthly LEXI minutes3
$61.8m
$24.0m
$7.8m
>3.4m
up $2.0m
(FY22: $59.8m)
up 33%
(FY22: $18.0m)
up 45%
(FY22: $5.4m)
up 44%
(FY22: 2.4m)
Total GPM
Tech gross profit
Total EBITDA
Cash balance4
60%
$20.2m
$3.3m
$17.0m
up from 55%
(FY23 GP: $36.9m)
up 30%
(FY22: $15.5m)
up >200%
(FY22: $1.1m)
up $1.8m
(FY23 Op. CF: $3.5m)
1.
2.
3.
4.
FY23 and FY22 revenue from ordinary activities, excludes interest and other income
Includes revenue from Hardware, SaaS & Support
Based on management information
Cash balance as at 30 June 2023
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Celebrating 20 years leading
and scaling the global
captioning market
An integrated product suite
Our refreshed branding captures our passion for innovation,
our commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology,
and our unwavering focus on creating value for our
customers.
Milestone achievements
✓ Delivered more captioning in 1 month than in the first 5
years of trading
✓ Successfully integrated 4 strategic acquisitions,
diversifying our offerings and strengthening our market
position
✓ Transitioned into a competitive technology platform,
growing product suite and entering new industries /
regions
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Agenda
AI-Media
update
2
3
FY23
financials
Strategy &
outlook
4
Additional
information
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AI-Media
update
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AI-Media ecosystem
Market-leading captioning platform, providing customers with the only end-to-end solution
1
2
3
4
Video Input
Encrypted Encoding
Real-time Captioning
Captioned Video Output
Encoders and iCap network used by both customers and competitors
Live or recorded
video source via
broadcasts, events or
over-the-top (OTT)
content
Cloud, virtual, or
physical encoders
convert audio into
digital data that is sent
to iCap network
Matches captions to video
sources and provides encrypted
remote access to customer
data improving contextual
accuracy
LEXI converts spoken
language into written text to
present live captions on any
screen or platform, in any
language
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Blue chip customers and new wins
Trusted by global leaders in broadcasting, government and other sectors, with upside potential in existing customer base
Select global customers
$7.8 million
in LEXI sales, including from:
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Network traffic and LEXI growing strongly
Increasing iCap usage (minutes) underpinning conversion opportunity to higher margin LEXI solutions
iCap network usage (monthly minutes)
+21%
LEXI usage (monthly minutes)
9.1m
+44%
3.4m
7.6m
2.4m
6.1m
1.0m
Jun-21
Jun-22
Note: Based on management information
Jun-23
Jun-21
Jun-22
Jun-23
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Technology update
Strengthening our defensive moat by incorporating the latest advancements in AI and other emerging technologies
Increased accuracy
UX/UI EEG cloud update
Advanced scheduling
Agnostic AI
compatibility
Upgraded encryption &
Multi-factor authentication
Integrated LEXI
product suite
Improved management and
processing of ancillary data
Enhanced software development
kit for 3rd Party partners
Smart repositioning to
avoid on-screen interference
Encoding enhancements
iCap enhancements
LEXI enhancements
Note: Based on management information
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FY23
financials
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Summary FY23 financials
Technology focus underpins GP growth and margin expansion driving 200% increase in EBITDA and strong operating cashflow
A$m
FY23
FY22
Variance
Growth %
Services revenue
Tech revenue
Total revenue
37.8
24.0
61.8
41.8
18.0
59.8
(4.0)
6.0
2.0
(10%)
33%
3%
Services gross profit
Tech gross profit
Gross Profit
GP margin %
16.7
20.2
36.9
60%
17.4
15.5
32.9
55%
(0.7)
4.7
4.0
-
(4%)
30%
12%
-
Other Income
0.5
0.3
0.1
-
Operating expenses
EBITDA
EBITDA margin %
34.0
3.3
5%
32.1
1.1
2%
1.9
2.2
-
6%
201%
-
Operating cashflow
Cash and cash
equivalents at Y/E
3.5
1.9
1.6
84%
17.0
15.2
1.8
12%
Note: Totals may not add up precisely due to rounding
Double-digit growth in technology revenue of 33%,
underpinned by scaling of LEXI solutions.
>54% of Gross Profit now coming from technology
Gross Margin expansion to 60% achieved in FY23
Improving operating leverage as technology comprises
more of total revenue
EBITDA increase of >200% to $3.3m in FY23
Cash on hand of $17m as at 30 June 2023, enabling
Balance Sheet flexibility to execute on growth
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Gross profit composition and margin growth
FY23 gross profit margin increasing from 55% in FY22 to 60% in FY23
Gross Profit ($m) and GP margin (%)
Revenue and Gross Profit ($m)
Total revenue
Tech
Gross profit
Services
59.8
GPM increase
reflects scalability
of technology
61.8
60%
55%
48.7
32.9
32.9
FY22
15.5
20.2
17.4
16.7
FY22
FY23
36.9
19.9
FY21
36.9
FY23
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EBITDA performance up 200%
>200% growth in EBITDA to $3.3m reflecting higher margin technology revenue and strategic OPEX investment
EBITDA ($m) and EBITDA margin1 (%)
5%
2%
FY22 to FY23 EBITDA bridge ($m)
Strategic OPEX investment,
including targeted sales and
marketing initiatives
3.3
1.1
Overall gross margin
improvement to 60%
2.0
(1.9)
0.1
3.3
2.0
1.1
(9.3)
FY21
FY22
(19%)
1.
FY23
FY22
Change in
revenue
Change
in COS
FY21 EBITDA excludes revenue contribution made from EEG acquisition between May 2021 and June 2021
Change
in OPEX
Change in
other income
FY23
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Strategy &
outlook
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FY24 growth priorities
Continued focus on enhancing technology solutions to drive a sustainable and scalable business model
Leverage recent product releases (LEXI 3.0 and
LEXI Toolkit) to drive growth. Accelerate conversion
of 3rd party iCap users to LEXI & upsell base
Prioritise iCap and encoding technology
development to broaden revenue opportunity and
drive customer stickiness
Transition of revenue composition and GP margin
60%
55%
41%
6%
30%
Scale global presence through new strategic
partnerships and leveraging successful track record
$48.7m
39%
$59.8m
$61.8m
61%
70%
94%
Execute on growth opportunities in new territories
and adjacent markets
FY21
FY22
Tech
FY23
Services
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Launching AI-powered LEXI Toolkit
Enhancement of automatic captioning solutions to accelerate growth in technology revenue
Commercialisation benefits
P
Larger addressable market
P
Superior value proposition
P
Forefront of market trends
P
AI advancements
P
Diversified and enhanced product offering expanding the
customer base and creating new opportunities for growth
Enhanced functionality and increased number of solutions
maximises end-user experience, increasing customer retention
LEXI enhancements indicate AI-Media at the centre of new
technology age, fostering culture of innovation and adaptability
Leveraging ML and AI automations maintaining competitive
edge over peers
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Upgrading and investing in iCap
iCap development to facilitate (minutes) growth with customer value front of mind
Targeted improvements in iCap
Enhanced
reliability at scale
Stronger privacy &
security
Increased
accuracy
More
automation
Customer uptime results of
99.99%
Encrypt connections and
enable Multi-factor
authentication requirements
Deliver higher bandwidth audio
for increased clarity and higher
word accuracy
Robust logging & monitoring
with configurable alerts for
access and advanced notice of
downtime
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Industry landscape
Unique position as the only vertically integrated player in market – creating a compelling long-term value proposition
Core business in captioning services
Media & broadcast services
Company
Pre-recorded Captions
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
Live Automated Captions
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
Human Curated Dictionaries (ASR)
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
Live Automated Translation
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
Captioning Network Provider
✓
(Uses AIM iCap)
(Uses AIM iCap)
✓
Captioning Infrastructure
Provider
✓
✓
✓
(Uses AIM encoders)
(Uses AIM encoders)
(Uses AIM iCap)
(Uses AIM encoders)
Market-leading captioning network and best-in-class encoding technology driving long-term sustainability, deeply
embedded across the industry
Source: Based on company websites
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Q&A
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Additional
information
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Profit & loss statement
For the full year ended 30 June 2023
30-Jun-23
($m)
30-Jun-22
($m)
Var
($m)
Revenue
61.8
59.8
2.0
Cost of sales
(24.9)
(26.9)
2.0
Gross Profit
36.9
32.9
4.0
Other income
0.5
0.3
0.1
Operating expenses
(34.0)
(32.1)
(1.9)
EBITDA
3.3
1.1
2.2
Depreciation and amortisation
(4.9)
(4.5)
(0.4)
EBIT
(1.6)
(3.4)
1.8
Net interest expense
(0.7)
(1.3)
0.5
Profit/(loss) before tax
(2.3)
(4.7)
2.3
Income tax expense
(1.7)
(0.2)
(1.5)
Net profit/(loss) after tax
(4.0)
(4.9)
0.8
GP Margin %
60%
55%
-
Note: Totals may not add up precisely due to rounding
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Balance sheet
For the full year ended 30 June 2023
30-Jun-23
($m)
30-Jun-22
($m)
Var
($m)
Cash and cash equivalent
17.0
15.2
1.8
Trade receivables
10.5
11.2
(0.7)
Other current assets
3.4
3.5
(0.1)
Total current assets
31.0
30.0
1.0
Property, plant and equipment
4.5
4.8
(0.3)
Intangibles
59.3
60.3
(1.0)
Other non-current assets
6.0
7.5
(1.5)
Total non-current assets
69.8
72.7
(2.9)
Total assets
100.8
102.6
(1.8)
Trade payables
0.9
1.8
(0.9)
Borrowings
0.2
0.4
(0.2)
1
19.3
11.3
8.0
Total current liabilities
20.6
13.5
7.1
Borrowings
0.2
0.3
(0.2)
Other non-current liabilities1
3.0
9.8
(6.8)
Total non-current liabilities
3.1
10.2
(7.0)
Total liabilities
23.7
23.7
0.0
Net assets
77.1
79.0
(1.9)
Equity
77.1
79.0
(1.9)
Other current liabilities
Note: Totals may not add up precisely due to rounding
1. USD 4,968,000 (AUD 7,493,213) earn-out payment for the purchase of EEG is due on 29 September 2023
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30-Jun-23
($m)
30-Jun-22
($m)
Var
($m)
Receipts from customers (incl. of GST)
67.0
63.6
3.4
Payments to suppliers and employees (incl. of GST)
(63.6)
(59.8)
(3.8)
EEG associated acq. costs
-
(1.6)
1.6
Interest received
0.1
0.0
0.0
Other revenue
0.5
0.0
0.4
Interest and other finance costs paid
(0.4)
(0.3)
(0.1)
Cash flows
Net cash from operating activities
3.5
1.9
1.6
Payments for expenses relating to acquisitions
(0.4)
(0.2)
(0.1)
For the full year ended 30 June 2023
Payments for property, plant and equipment
(0.6)
(0.5)
(0.1)
Payment for intangibles
(0.7)
(2.0)
1.3
Net cash used in investing activities
(1.6)
(2.7)
1.1
Share issue transaction costs
-
(0.0)
0.0
Payments for share buy-backs
-
(1.2)
1.2
Repayments of related party loans
-
(0.3)
0.3
Repayment of lease liabilities
(0.3)
(0.8)
0.5
Net cash used in financing activities
(0.3)
(2.3)
2.0
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash
equivalents
1.5
(3.2)
4.7
Note: Totals may not add up precisely due to rounding
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Management
Strong and qualified management team to drive product development and commercialisation strategy
TONY ABRAHAMS
DONNA REID
JAMES WARD
BILL MCLAUGHLIN
JOHN BIRD
Co-Founder and CEO
Chief Operating Officer
Chief Sales Officer
Chief Product Officer
Chief Financial Officer
• Tony co-founded AIMedia in 2003. He
served as a Director of
Northcott Disability
Services.
• Donna joined AI-Media
in March 2021 after five
years as the Director of
Content Service
Operations for Foxtel
Media.
• James joined AI-Media
in 2013, leading the
company’s expansion
across the APAC
region
• Bill was CTO at EEG
and now Chief Product
Officer globally at AIMedia.
• John recently held the
role of CFO and COO
of Regeneus, an ASXlisted biotechnology
company.
• Worked to establish
the Oxford Internet
Institute in 2001, while
attending the
University of Oxford as
a Rhodes Scholar.
• Has more than 20
years’ experience in
Human Resources and
Operations.
•
• Has led the Company’s
successful entry into
EMEA, achieving
growth in access
services and multilanguage localisation
Since 2007, Bill has
been with EEG
architecting the
company’s leading
software solutions
including iCap, Falcon,
LEXI, and Alta.
• Previously provided
financial and strategic
management services
to ASX-listed
companies.
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Board
Highly skilled and experienced senior leadership team with decades of experience
DEANNE WEIR
TONY ABRAHAMS
ALISON LOAT
JOHN MARTIN
CHERYL HAYMAN
Non-Executive Chair
Co-Founder and CEO
Non-Executive Director
Non-Executive Director
Non-Executive Director
• Deanne has served as
a director of AI-Media
since 2010 and became
Chair in August 2013.
• Tony co-founded AIMedia in 2003. He
served as a Director of
Northcott Disability
Services.
• Alison joined the Board
in 2018.
• John joined the board
in 2010 and served as
the company’s first
Chairman until 2013.
• Cheryl joined the board
in March 2022
• Previously spent 10
years at ASX listed
company Austar
United
Communications as a
senior executive.
• Worked to establish
the Oxford Internet
Institute in 2001, while
attending the
University of Oxford as
a Rhodes Scholar.
• Managing Director,
Sustainable Investing
and Innovation at
OPTrust, a Canadian
public pension plan,
with $23 billion CAD in
globally diversified
investments.
• Served as CEO and
director of ASX-listed
Babcock & Brown
Communities,
Primelife and
Regeneus.
• Held several nonexecutive director roles
of ASX-listed companies
over the last 15 years.
Previously held CMO
roles at George Weston
Foods, Yum Restaurants
International & Unilever.
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Leveraging AI advancements
Technology solutions bolstered by advancements in AI
Refining LEXI through upgraded GPT and language processing models
enhancing accuracy and improving customer experience
Automatic captioning lowers manual transcription costs, providing quicker
captioning turnaround and broader efficiency
Rising corporate awareness of AI and urgent adoption trends driving steady
growth in LEXI usage
Cloud Platform
Enhancing AV experiences through LEXI vision by repositioning captions
from broadcast imagery, avoiding on-screen disruptions for an immersive UX
Expanding use cases for ASR solutions with the proliferation of free
captioning provided by big tech (Google, Microsoft)
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Leading capability
Globally embedded iCap network and AI-underpinned product suite uniquely positions for growth
World leading captioning network, infrastructure and solutions
✓ Offered as cloud software or
hardware
✓ Scalable cloud-based network
✓ Proprietary speech recognition
solution
✓ Pairs captions to video sources
✓ Encrypted connection ensuring
data security
✓ Low latency, enabling near-realtime captioning
✓ Global standard, servicing
majority of US broadcasters
✓ Delivers coherent captions using
advanced ML and NLP algorithms
✓ Compatible with multiple
resolutions
✓ Integrated with AIM and leading
3rd party products & solutions
✓ Captions multiple languages
✓ Enterprise-grade accuracy of 98.7%
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Rapid increases in automatic captioning quality
Massive improvements in AI has delivered the fastest improvement in captioning quality to date
Bad quality
Good quality
98.2
LEXI 2.0
98
98.7
The amount of content capable of
being delivered with LEXI has risen
from 60% to +90%
LEXI 3.0
99
100
NER1 Quality Score
1.
NER Model measures the accuracy of live captioning and is widely used across various industries, services and regions. The 98% benchmark is used by regulatory
oversight authorities around the world, including The Office of Communications in the UK and the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission.
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Further Information:
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Lisa Jones
Company Secretary
investorrelations@AI-Media.tv
NWR Communications
Melanie Singh
Investor Relations
melanie@nwrcommunications.com.au
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