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LiveOne, Inc. (NASDAQ: LVO) is a music, entertainment, and technology platform that regularly issues news about its operations, partnerships, and capital markets activity. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company describes itself as creator-first and focuses on premium content delivered through memberships, livestreams, digital media, and live and virtual events.
News about LiveOne often highlights developments across its subsidiaries, including Slacker, PodcastOne (Nasdaq: PODC), PPVOne, Custom Personalization Solutions, LiveXLive, DayOne Music Publishing, Drumify and Splitmind. Coverage includes updates on audio streaming performance, podcast-related activity, and initiatives that connect artists, creators, and audiences through online and in-person experiences.
Investors and followers of LVO can expect frequent announcements on B2B partnerships with organizations in sectors such as carriers, retail, consumer electronics, entertainment, automotive, and hospitality. Recent press releases have discussed multi-year alliances, expanded advertising relationships, and a growing B2B pipeline with more than 100 partnerships, as well as contracted revenues from major deals. The company also reports on subscriber metrics, such as total members and ad-supported users, including those reached via automotive partners like Tesla.
LiveOne’s news flow also covers financial results and corporate actions, including quarterly earnings, segment performance in its Audio Division, stock repurchase activity, reverse stock split implementation, and updates on Nasdaq listing compliance. In addition, LiveOne issues releases about strategic initiatives such as AI-driven marketing collaborations, digital asset treasury strategy steps, and planned geographic expansion through ventures like LiveOneAfrica.
Beyond financial and strategic updates, LiveOne publishes announcements about livestreamed events and collaborations, including charity and awareness campaigns. For readers tracking LVO, this news stream provides insight into how the company manages its platform, partnerships, subscribers, and capital structure over time.
LiveOne (LVO) has received formal confirmation from Nasdaq that it has regained compliance with the exchange's minimum bid price requirement under Listing Rule 5550(a)(2). The company will continue trading on Nasdaq under the symbol 'LVO'. This development follows LiveOne's efforts to enhance shareholder value and improve its balance sheet.
LiveOne (LVO) has announced significant progress in its multi-year partnership with Tesla, reaching 350,000 paid subscribers as of December 15th, 2024. CEO Robert Ellin highlighted the company's use of their technology stack, including AI, to provide personalized user experiences. The company also reported a current cash position of $16 million.
LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO) has announced strategic balance sheet restructuring initiatives and partnership updates. The company has secured multi-year music licensing agreements with BMI and ASCAP, while also restructuring $8 million in payables. These developments are expected to enhance the company's ability to finalize over 65 B2B deals currently in their pipeline, supporting their global expansion efforts.
LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO) has announced an exclusive audio advertising partnership with DAX, a leading digital advertising platform in the United States. Under the agreement, DAX will serve as LiveOne's exclusive audio advertising sales partner in the U.S., with expectations to significantly enhance LiveOne's programmatic audio advertising revenues.
DAX, which reaches over 108 million listeners through various audio channels including music, podcasts, radio, mobile games, and audio articles, will help LiveOne maximize its advertising opportunities while connecting brands with engaged audiences through its network of premium publishers.
LiveOne's subsidiary Splitmind has achieved a significant milestone as executive producer of the lead single for Wizkid's new album 'Morayo', which garnered 100 million streams within 48 hours of release. The album set a record as the highest-streamed debut for an African artist. Splitmind's recent collaborations include work with notable artists GloRilla, Brent Faiyaz, KYLE, Russ, and Blxst. Additionally, Drumify, another LiveOne venture, reported record revenues for October and plans to launch its first generative AI platform for beats and sounds through a partnership with Seekr and Intel.
LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO) announces the launch and live streaming of rapper KYLE's new album 'LVL 1: At Least It Was Fun', executive produced by its subsidiary Splitmind. The album showcases LVO's growth pillars: streaming, music publishing, music production, and celebrity products. Splitmind, a music collective with over 2B streams and 300% YOY revenue growth, collaborated with Grammy-winning producer Steven Shaeffer on this project. LiveOne's streaming platform has reached 200+ million viewers with 5 billion engagements across 220 countries. The company recently entered the $100B coffee market through Smyle Coffee acquisition in partnership with KYLE.
LiveOne (LVO) reported Q2 Fiscal 2025 results with consolidated revenue of $32.6M, up 14% year-over-year. The Audio Division, comprising Slacker Radio and PodcastOne, generated revenue of $31.7M, an 18% increase. Operating loss improved to ($1.4M) from ($2.5M) in Q2 Fiscal 2024. The company maintains its Fiscal 2025 guidance with consolidated revenue of $120M-$135M and Adjusted EBITDA of $8M-$15M. LiveOne increased its ownership in PodcastOne to 72%, acquiring 583,000 PODC shares at an average price of $1.77. The company's paid members grew 27% year-over-year, with total members reaching approximately 4.0 million.
LiveOne (LVO) has scheduled its second quarter fiscal year 2025 financial results announcement and investor webcast for Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 10:00 AM ET. The company will host a live conference call and audio webcast where senior management will provide business updates and discuss operating and financial results. The event will be accessible via phone dial-in and webcast, with replay available until December 7, 2024. LiveOne is a Los Angeles-based digital media company operating through subsidiaries including Slacker Radio, PodcastOne, PPVOne, and others.
LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO) is partnering with METAvivor for the 6th annual #LightUpMBC Live event on October 13, 2024, to raise awareness and funds for metastatic breast cancer research. The event will be live-streamed from Hilton Short Hills, NJ, featuring musical performances and MBC patient stories. Over 270 landmarks across the US and globally will be lit in green, teal, and pink.
The event is hosted by Tami Eagle Bowling and co-hosted by Miranda McKeon, with performances by Lisa Loeb, David Cook, Rozzi, and others. LiveOne has reached impressive milestones in live streaming, including 200+ million viewers and 5 billion fan engagements across 220 countries. The company has streamed 3200 artists, including major names like Taylor Swift and Adele.
LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO) has announced an amended partnership with Tesla, effective October 1, 2024. Key highlights include:
- Tesla replacing its streaming button with LiveOne's in perpetuity
- Launch of LiveOne 2.0, providing subscribers access to music on all devices
- 1.9 million subscribers can convert to Premium/Plus services
- Potential 3x increase in Average Revenue Per User (ARPU)
- Tesla to stop subsidizing LiveOne products for some customers from December 1, 2024
- LiveOne to offer discounted music packages to all Tesla customers
- Tesla to continue paying LiveOne monthly for grandfathered users in perpetuity
LiveOne has adjusted its FY2025 financial guidance to $120M-$135M in consolidated revenue and $8M-$15M in consolidated adjusted EBITDA. The company reaffirms its $12M buyback program and has officially retired 4.2M shares, reducing outstanding shares to ~94M.