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News related to the VERBW symbol centers on Verb Technology Company, Inc. (Nasdaq: VERB) and its evolution across social commerce, telehealth, crowdfunding, and digital assets. Company press releases highlight how Verb positions itself as transforming social commerce through its MARKET.live livestream shopping platform, its GO FUND YOURSELF interactive crowdfunding TV show, and its VANITYPrescribed and GoodGirlRx telehealth portals. More recent announcements describe a strategic shift toward a Toncoin-focused digital asset treasury model and a renaming to TON Strategy Company, with trading under the ticker TONX.
On this news page, readers can find coverage of Verb’s business milestones, including the acquisition of AI social commerce platform LyveCom, which the company states enhances MARKET.live with AI-driven video commerce, automated content repurposing, and AI-powered virtual hosts. News items also describe MARKET.live’s production of livestream shopping events for brands on platforms such as TikTok LIVE and Walmart.com, illustrating how Verb’s technology is used in real-world campaigns.
Investors can also review releases detailing Verb’s financial updates, such as quarterly earnings, revenue trends following the sale of its prior direct sales SaaS unit, and capital-raising transactions like the upsized and oversubscribed private placement intended to fund a Toncoin treasury strategy. Later communications under the TON Strategy Company name discuss the company’s focus on holding Toncoin as a primary treasury reserve asset and its belief that integration with the Telegram ecosystem is important to its digital asset thesis.
Because these announcements come directly from company communications, this news feed offers a centralized view of how Verb’s business model, capital structure, and strategic direction have developed over time, from interactive video-based social commerce toward a Toncoin-oriented digital asset treasury approach.
Verb Technology Company (Nasdaq: VERB) has launched a significant feature allowing brands and influencers to establish standalone storefronts on its MARKET platform ahead of its public unveiling. This new capability enables immediate hosting of livestream events, drawing viewers directly to the storefronts for product purchases. The soft launch phase included onboarding vendors and conducting training sessions. Notably, upcoming events themed around food, beverage, wellness, and fashion are anticipated as part of the official launch strategy, set for summer.
Verb Technology Company (Nasdaq: VERB) has appointed Emily Hecht, a former executive from ViacomCBS and AwesomenessTV, as a consultant and showrunner to oversee upcoming livestream shopping festivals on the MARKET platform. Scheduled for this summer, these festivals will feature themed events focused on categories such as food, wellness, and fashion. Hecht's extensive background in digital media production positions her well to enhance the experience for both vendors and shoppers. CEO Rory J. Cutaia expressed enthusiasm about her joining the team to ensure successful festival execution.
Verb Technology Company reported strong fourth quarter and full-year results for 2021, showcasing a 47% increase in SaaS recurring revenue year-over-year in Q4 and a 34% increase for the full year. Total digital revenue rose 45% in Q4 and 26% for the year. The SaaS segment now represents 84% of total digital revenue. The company has initiated operational cost reductions aimed at achieving profitability and expects to cut annual costs by up to $8.5 million. Significant product launches are set for 2022, including the MARKET platform.
VERB Technology Company reported significant growth in Q4 2021, with SaaS recurring revenue up 47% year-over-year, totaling $1.9 million. For the full year, SaaS recurring revenue increased 34% to $6.8 million. Total digital revenue for Q4 also rose by 45%, resulting in $2.2 million, while full-year digital revenue climbed 26%. Gross profit margin improved to 57%, up from 52%. Efforts to cut operational costs were evident with R&D and G&A expenses down 22% and 7%, respectively, in Q4. The firm successfully onboarded new clients, expanding its market reach.
Verb Technology Company (Nasdaq: VERB) has partnered with the Phoenix Suns, marking its first collaboration with an NBA team. The Suns plan to integrate VERB's video-based sales solutions to enhance their digital marketing strategy, focusing on increasing ticket and merchandise sales while engaging fans through interactive content. Rory J. Cutaia, CEO of VERB, expressed enthusiasm for this partnership, highlighting growth in the sports entertainment sector and the effectiveness of video for customer engagement.
Verb Technology Company (NASDAQ: VERB), a leader in interactive video-based sales applications, will host a conference call on March 31, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss its Q4 and FY 2021 financial results. The conference will also provide updates on the MARKET livestream shopping platform. CEO Rory J. Cutaia and Interim CFO Salman Khan will lead the call, followed by a Q&A session. Investors can access the call via phone or webcast, with a replay available until April 14, 2022.
Verb Technology Company (Nasdaq: VERB) announced updates on its new livestream shopping platform, MARKET, through interviews with COO Denise Butler and SVP Angel Cicerone. The discussions highlighted the platform's go-to-market strategy, retailer reactions from the soft launch, and plans for a public launch. They emphasized the innovative impact of the platform on retail and its importance for vendors and influencers interested in online commerce. The company continues to lead in interactive video sales applications, serving clients worldwide.
Verb Technology Company (Nasdaq: VERB) has appointed Kate Eckman as SVP of Programming and Talent Acquisition for its MARKET livestream shopping platform. Eckman, a former host on QVC and HSN, brings two decades of experience, including the launch of a beauty brand that achieved $4 million in sales on its first day. Her role involves recruiting brands and talent, developing hosts, and enhancing the shopping experience to drive growth for the platform, which aims to revolutionize ecommerce through interactive livestreaming.
Verb Technology Company (Nasdaq: VERB) has announced a multi-year partnership with the Florida Panthers of the NHL. The collaboration aims to implement VERB's innovative video-based sales enablement solutions for engaging fans and enhancing ticket and merchandise sales. Both parties believe in the potential of interactive video technology to adapt to evolving consumer behavior. CEO Rory J. Cutaia expressed enthusiasm about leveraging this partnership to expand in the sports entertainment sector and drive sales.
Verb Technology Company has launched a waitlist for its new multivendor livestream shopping platform, MARKET, aimed at creating a dynamic online shopping experience. The platform allows simultaneous livestream shopping sessions by various vendors and offers features such as a multivendor shopping cart and affiliate rewards. Designed for both mobile and desktop, MARKET enhances customer engagement with real-time analytics and professional-quality streaming. This initiative represents VERB's commitment to merging ecommerce with entertainment, potentially transforming online sales channels.