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Direct Communication Solutions (DCSX) reported strong Q1 2025 financial results, with revenue reaching $3.62M, up 58% from Q4 2024's $1.52M. The company's gross profit surged 239% to $1.16M, with improved margins of 32.1%. DCSX achieved a net income of $204K, recovering from Q4 2024's $2.65M loss. The company added 1,224 new recurring revenue subscribers and maintained a $3M hardware product backlog. Key developments include delivering a solar-powered trailer security solution to a Tier 1 logistics carrier and implementing a fuel dispensing solution for Guam Port Authority. DCSX continues its strategic transition to a SaaS-focused model, emphasizing high-margin recurring revenue while restructuring operations to reduce expenses.

Direct Communication Solutions (DCSX) has announced a convertible debenture financing initiative to raise up to USD $400,000. The unsecured convertible debentures have a minimum subscription amount of USD $25,000 per debenture and can be converted into common stock at USD $2.25 per share. The debentures come with a 10% annual interest rate and will mature one year from the closing date. They will automatically convert to common stock within five business days of the company listing on a major U.S. exchange like NASDAQ or NYSE American. The proceeds will be used for working capital and general corporate purposes.

Direct Communication Solutions (DCSX) released its FY-2024 audited financial results, showing a strategic shift towards SaaS solutions. Revenue decreased 51% to $6.4 million from $13 million in 2023, reflecting the company's prioritization of high-margin recurring revenue over one-time hardware sales. The net loss improved to $1.76 million from $5.09 million in 2023, while Adjusted EBITDA improved 19% to ($2.1 million). Key operational highlights include adding 1,404 new recurring revenue subscribers, maintaining a 34% gross margin, and securing a $3M customer backlog. The company won the IoT Product of the Year award and partnered with UScellular for video telematics. Post FY-2024, William Espley was appointed Chairman of the Board, allowing CEO Chris Bursey to focus on operations.

Direct Communication Solutions (DCSX) has secured a significant $2,235,000 purchase order for IoT Smart Hardware products and services from a long-standing client. This commitment increases DCS's current Smart Hardware backlog to $3,400,000 for immediate delivery. The company, operating since 2006, specializes in providing IoT Smart Hardware solutions, leveraging partnerships with manufacturers, software platforms, and wireless connectivity providers. DCS functions as a Technical Services Provider (TSP), offering clients access to diverse Smart Hardware devices and customizable IoT solutions.

Direct Communication Solutions (DCSX) reported Q3 2024 financial results with revenues of $1.55M, down 55% from Q3 2023's $3.42M. Despite revenue decline, gross margin improved to 36% from 30% in Q3 2023. The company achieved net income of $2.01M, compared to a $1.13M loss in Q3 2023. Notable developments include successful restructuring of $6.1M debt, with $2.9M forgiven and $3.2M converted to a five-year term loan. The company received 2,295 new recurring revenue orders and ended Q3 with a $1.2M customer purchase backlog. The revenue decrease reflects strategic shift towards high-margin recurring SaaS revenue over lower-margin hardware sales.

Direct Communication Solutions (DCSX) has been named a finalist for three Global IoT Project of the Year Awards, selected from over 100 submissions across 45 countries. DCS is the only North American company with multiple nominations and one of two globally with three distinct projects chosen. The finalists were evaluated by 44 IoT experts based on business impact, innovation, scalability, service quality, and implementation excellence.

DCS's three finalist projects are:

• Catalytic converter protection and theft prevention
• Fleet tracking and safety solution for the underground utility industry
• Concrete washout container tracking and optimization solution

The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony in Dubai on October 13, 2024.

Direct Communication Solutions (DCS) has initiated legal actions in the US and Canada. In Ontario, DCS filed a lawsuit against AirIQ (TSXV: IQ), alleging breach of contract and confidence. In California, DCS is suing former senior executive Michael Lawless, now Chief Revenue Officer at AirIQ, for breach of fiduciary duty, contract, and conversion.

CEO Chris Bursey emphasized the importance of DCS's technical solutions to the company's growth and competitive advantage in the IoT industry. DCS has retained Lewis Kohn & Walker LLP for the California case and Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP for the Ontario lawsuit.

Direct Communication Solutions (DCS) (OTCQX: DCSX) announced significant progress in its transition to a Software as a Service (SaaS) business model. The company restructured a $6.1M financial obligation, with $3M forgiven by a key supplier. The remaining $3.1M will be a 5-year term loan at 10% interest with no principal payments required. DCS is also in the process of raising at least $1M in capital. In Q1 2024, operational costs were reduced by 30%, contributing to the company's focus on higher-margin, long-term recurring revenue opportunities. The restructuring and cost reductions aim to return the company to profitability and align with its strategic transition to a SaaS model.

Direct Communication Solutions (OTCQX: DCSX) reported its Q1 2024 financial results, highlighting a strategic shift towards high-margin recurring SaaS revenue. Despite a 41% year-over-year revenue drop to $1.88M, recurring SaaS revenues grew 13%, and gross margins increased by 5.1%. The company reduced general and administrative expenses by $1.08M compared to Q1 2023. Q1 2024 gross profit was $657k, down 31% from $951k in Q1 2023. The net loss for Q1 2024 was $501k, a significant improvement from a $1.2M loss in Q1 2023. Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2024 was ($481k), a 46% improvement from ($901k) in Q1 2023. New strategic agreements with System Loco and CATrack Technologies are expected to boost future SaaS revenues.