Veritone Stock Price, News & Analysis

Veritone (NASDAQ: VERI) has launched its AI-powered programmatic job advertising service in Australia. The solution optimizes recruitment by automating job ad placements across over 2,000 job boards in 180+ countries, integrating with 120+ application tracking systems. The service includes automated diversity job posting aligned with OFCCP standards. Aveo Group, an early adopter, reports significant improvements in application volume and quality, along with optimized recruitment costs through the implementation of Veritone's AI-driven solution.

Veritone (NASDAQ: VERI) has achieved AWS Media and Entertainment Services Competency in Media Supply Chain and Data Science & Analytics, demonstrating its expertise in AI solutions for media and entertainment operations. This achievement provides customers with technical validation, support, and access to AWS' latest tools. The company becomes eligible for the AWS Migration Acceleration Program (MAP), helping customers migrate data workflows to AWS. Veritone's aiWARE™ platform integrates over 300 AI models across 20+ cognitive categories, offering enhanced data analysis and governance capabilities.

Veritone (VERI) reported Q3 2024 revenue of $22.0 million, down 21% year-over-year. Software Products & Services revenue decreased 28% to $14.7 million, while Managed Services revenue was $7.3 million. The company reported a net loss of $21.7 million. Notable developments include the divestiture of Veritone One for up to $104 million and debt reduction of $30.5 million. The company maintains 3,291 Total Software Products & Services Customers with ARR of $63.3 million. Looking ahead, Veritone projects FY2025 revenue growth up to 30% year-over-year and over 45% improvement in Non-GAAP Net Loss compared to FY2024 guidance.

Veritone released its analysis of Q3 2024 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics jobs data and AI job growth trends. Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 510,000 in Q3, down 4% from Q2, with unemployment steady at 4.1%. AI job vacancies reached 31,610, showing a 6.6% increase from Q2 and a 37.5% year-over-year growth. The median AI job salary was $158,298, up 4.0% year-over-year. AI roles commanded a 25% premium over non-AI IT positions, with AI software developers earning 19% more than their non-AI counterparts. California, New York, and Virginia showed the largest salary gaps between AI and non-AI IT roles.

Veritone (NASDAQ: VERI) has secured a three-year contract with luxury goods company Richemont to enhance its global talent acquisition efforts. The partnership leverages Veritone Job Distribution technology to automate and centralize job postings across more than 2,000 job boards in over 180 countries. As a certified Workday partner, Veritone's solution will integrate with Richemont's applicant tracking system to manage job listings for brands including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Montblanc, aiming to reduce time-to-hire and improve candidate experience.

Veritone (NASDAQ: VERI), a leader in human-centered AI solutions, has announced its upcoming third quarter 2024 financial results conference call. The call is scheduled for November 12th at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time (5:30 a.m. Pacific Time). During the call, the company will discuss Q3 2024 results, provide business updates, and hold a Q&A session. Participants can join via audio webcast or dial in using domestic (844) 750-4897 or international (412) 317-5293 numbers. Pre-registration is available to receive a unique PIN and dial-in number.

Veritone (NASDAQ: VERI) has announced a partnership with Court TV to manage and monetize their extensive content library dating back to 1991. Through Veritone's AI-powered Digital Media Hub (DMH), Court TV will efficiently organize and provide secure access to its content for affiliate networks, media professionals, and legal institutions. The partnership includes Veritone's Content Licensing service, which will help Court TV generate new revenue by offering its content to filmmakers, documentarians, and podcasters. Court TV's library contains thousands of hours of coverage from major legal cases over the past 30 years, and this collaboration aims to maximize content value through AI technology.

Veritone (NASDAQ: VERI) and Talent Tech Labs have released a joint study on next-generation job advertising strategies, surveying 82 companies across major markets. Key findings reveal that social media has become the dominant job advertising channel, used by 76% of respondents, with LinkedIn leading the platforms. The research shows that while only one-third of companies use programmatic advertising, 62% of those utilize both programmatic and job distribution strategies. Over 75% of organizations plan to maintain or increase job advertising budgets in 2024, focusing on digital strategies. The study also highlights regional differences in recruitment approaches, with Europe favoring traditional job boards and Australia relying heavily on Seek.

Veritone has sold its media agency, Veritone One, to Insignia Capital Group for up to $104 million. The divestiture aims to focus Veritone's strategy as a leading enterprise AI software provider. Key points include:

1. Net proceeds will be used to retire a significant portion of Veritone's term debt and fund future operations.
2. The transaction strengthens Veritone's balance sheet and liquidity.
3. Veritone will concentrate on accelerating the growth of its enterprise AI software and solutions, powered by its aiWARE platform.
4. The company exits the divestiture with over 3,000 enterprise AI & software customers across commercial and public sectors.
5. Insignia Capital Group simultaneously acquired Oxford Road, another leading audio advertising agency.

CEO Ryan Steelberg stated that this move is transformative for Veritone's mission to accelerate growth and focus on enterprise AI, positioning the company to capitalize on the growing demand for AI solutions.