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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

Form 10-Q

 

(Mark One)

 

[X] QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2014

 

or

 

[  ] TRANSITION REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the transition period from __________________ to __________________

 

Commission file number: 000-55220

 

WOWIO, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Texas 27-2908187
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)   (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

 

626 North Doheny Drive    
West Hollywood, California   90069
(Address of principal executive offices)   (zip code)

 

(310) 807-8181

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.

Yes [X] No [  ]

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).

Yes [X] No [  ]

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

 

Large accelerated filer [  ]   Accelerated filer [  ]
Non-accelerated filer [  ]   Smaller reporting company [X]
(Do not check if smaller reporting company)    

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act)

Yes [  ] No [X]

 

The number of shares of the registrant’s common stock issued and outstanding as of November 7, 2014, was 34,122,191.

 

 

 

 
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

Form 10-Q

For the Fiscal Quarter Ended September 30, 2014

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

        Page No.
PART I. - FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1.   Financial Statements.   F-1
    Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets at September 30, 2014 (unaudited) and December 31, 2013   F-1
    Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013   F-2
    Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statement of Stockholders’ Deficit for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014   F-3
    Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013   F-4
    Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements   F-6
         
Item 2.   Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.   3
Item 3.   Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk.   12
Item 4   Controls and Procedures.   12
PART II - OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1.   Legal Proceedings.   13
Item 1A.   Risk Factors.   13
Item 2.   Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds.   13
Item 3.   Defaults Upon Senior Securities.   13
Item 4.   Mine Safety Disclosures.   13
Item 5.   Other Information.   13
Item 6.   Exhibits.   13

 

2
 

 

PART 1. - FINANCIAL INFORMATION

 

Item 1. Financial Statements.

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

 

 

   September 30, 2014   December 31, 2013 
   (Unaudited)     
         
ASSETS          
           
Current assets:          
Cash  $51   $943 
Prepaid consulting and other current assets   310,766    505,527 
           
Total current assets   310,817    506,470 
           
Prepaid consulting and other assets, net of current portion   217,850    380,672 
Note receivable and accrued interest   187,418    182,371 
           
   $716,085   $1,069,513 
           
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ DEFICIT          
           
Current liabilities:          
Accounts payable and accrued expenses  $1,182,507   $1,234,789 
Acquisition related liabilities   232,422    305,617 
Related party payables   677    30,330 
Accrued compensation and related costs   541,953    769,386 
Revolving loan   50,000    300,000 
Notes payable – related parties   100,902    122,570 
Notes payable, net of debt discount of $8,831 and $0, respectively   1,076,117    529,948 
Convertible notes payable, net of debt discount of $145,000 and $0, respectively   69,000    420,000 
Derivative liabilities   264,000    - 
           
Total liabilities   3,517,578    3,712,640 
           
Commitments and contingencies          
           
Stockholders’ deficit:          
Series A preferred stock, $0.0001 par value; 5,000,000 shares authorized; 500,000 issued and outstanding   50    50 
Series B preferred stock, $0.0001 par value; 2,000,000 shares authorized; 0 shares issued and outstanding   -    - 
Common stock, $0.0001 par value; 500,000,000 shares authorized; 28,678,955 and 22,283,648 shares issued and outstanding, respectively   2,867    2,228 
Additional paid-in capital   23,800,320    22,013,520 
Accumulated deficit   (26,604,730)   (24,658,925)
Total stockholders’ deficit   (2,801,493)   (2,643,127)
   $716,085   $1,069,513 

 

See accompanying notes to these condensed consolidated financial statements

 

F-1
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

 

 

   For The Three
Months Ended
September 30, 2014
   For The Three
Months Ended
September 30, 2013
   For The Nine
Months Ended
September 30, 2014
   For The Nine
Months Ended
September 30, 2013
 
                 
Net sales  $50,638   $3,518   $102,947   $19,371 
Cost of sales   2,559    13,968    21,843    33,253 
                     
Gross profit (loss)   48,079    (10,450)   81,104    (13,882)
                     
Operating expenses:                    
General and administrative   328,968    925,414    1,717,887    3,168,355 
Management fees – related party   -    -    -    30,000 
    328,968    925,414    1,717,887    3,198,355 
                     
Operating loss   (280,889)   (935,864)   (1,636,783)   (3,212,237)
                     
Other expense:                    
Interest expense, net   (221,480)   (27,393)   (517,022)   (358,325)
Change in fair value of derivative liabilities   208,000    -    208,000    - 
                     
Other income (expense), net   (13,480)   (27,393)   (309,022)   (358,325)
                     
Net loss  $(294,369)  $(963,257)  $(1,945,805)  $(3,570,562)
                     
Basic and diluted net loss per common share  $(0.01)  $(0.04)  $(0.08)  $(0.16)
                     
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding – basic and diluted   27,044,796    22,283,642    25,261,999    21,680,961 

 

See accompanying notes to these condensed consolidated financial statements

 

F-2
 

 

Wowio, Inc.

 

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF STOCKHOLDERS’ DEFICIT

 

For The Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014

 

 

                   Additional       Total 
   Series A Preferred Stock   Common Stock   Paid-in   Accumulated   Stockholders’ 
   Shares   Amount   Shares   Amount   Capital   Deficit   Deficit 
                             
Balance, January 1, 2014   500,000   $50    22,283,648   $2,228   $22,013,520   $(24,658,925)  $(2,643,127)
                                    
Common stock issued for cash   -    -    125,000    13    79,987    -    80,000 
Conversion of convertible notes payable and accrued interest into common stock   -    -    3,242,733    324    872,377    -    872,701 
Common stock issued for exercise of warrants   -    -    152,816    15    22,907    -    22,922 
Estimated relative fair value of warrants and beneficial conversion feature associated with debt   -    -    -    -    29,990    -    29,990 
Common stock issued for services   -    -    961,418    96    565,625    -    565,721 
Common stock issued for debt   -    -    253,340    25    88,644    -    88,669 
Common stock issued for debt – employees   -    -    1,000,000    100    343,836    -    343,936 
Common stock issued for services – employees   -    -    660,000    66    72,434    -    72,500 
Initial recording of derivative liability   -    -    -    -    (289,000)   -    (289,000)
Net loss   -    -    -    -    -    (1,945,805)   (1,945,805)
                                    
Balance, September 30, 2014   500,000   $50    28,678,955   $2,867   $23,800,320   $(26,604,730)  $(2,801,493)

 

See accompanying notes to these condensed consolidated financial statements

 

F-3
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

 

 

   For The Nine Months Ended 
   September 30, 2014   September 30, 2013 
         
Cash flows from operating activities:          
Net loss  $(1,945,805)  $(3,570,562)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:          
Interest earned on note receivable   (9,947)   (10,130)
Estimated fair value of common stock issued for services   97,941    570,000 
Change in fair value of derivative liabilities   (208,000)   - 
Amortization of prepaid consulting   473,047    1,902,487 
Amortization of debt discount and debt issuance costs   389,282    287,487 
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:          
Accounts receivable   -    23 
Prepaid consulting and other assets   12,000    (8,098)
Accounts payable and accrued expenses   533,538    474,049 
Related party payables   (29,653)   26,764 
Acquisition related liabilities   (73,195)   (25,755)
           
Net cash used in operating activities   (760,792)   (353,735)
           
Cash flows from investing activities:          
Proceeds from repayment of notes receivable   4,900    5,500 
           
Net cash provided by investing activities   4,900    5,500 
           
Cash flows from financing activities:          
           
Principal payments on revolving loan   (250,000)   - 
Principal payments on notes payable – related parties   -    (9,245)
Principal payments on notes payable   (30,000)   (40,500)
Proceeds from the issuance of notes payable   755,000    383,500 
Proceeds from the issuance of convertible notes payable   200,000    - 
Proceeds from the issuance of common stock   80,000    20,000 
           
Net cash provided by financing activities   755,000    353,755 
           
Net change in cash   (892)   5,520 
           
Cash at beginning of period   943    1,293 
           
Cash at end of period  $51   $6,813 

 

See accompanying notes to these condensed consolidated financial statements

 

F-4
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS, continued

 

 

   For The Nine Months Ended 
   September 30, 2014   September 30, 2013 
         
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:          
           
Cash paid for income taxes  $-   $- 
Cash paid for interest  $11,072   $598 
           
Supplemental disclosure of non-cash investing and  financing activities:          
           
Accounts payable converted to notes payable  $-   $10,000 
Exercise of warrant in settlement of notes/accounts payable  $22,922   $100,000 
Estimated fair value of beneficial conversion features and relative fair value of warrants issued with debt  $215,221   $79,167 
Conversion of debt and accrued interest for shares of common stock  $754,747   $6,600 
Common and preferred stock recorded as prepaid consulting for services  $127,464   $2,640,000 
Settlement of accrued expenses through issuance of shares of preferred and common stock  $689,252   $- 
Mandatory redemption of warrant issued with debt  $-   $90,000 
Reduction of stockholder note receivable with return of common stock  $-   $765,000 
Reclassification of additional paid in capital to derivative liability  $289,000   $- 
Accrued interest for rescinded conversion of notes payable  $41,943   $- 

 

See accompanying notes to these condensed consolidated financial statements

 

F-5
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 1 - DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS

 

Organization

 

Wowio, LLC was formed on June 29, 2009 (“Inception”) under the laws of Texas (“Wowio Texas”). On July 16, 2010, the Company converted to a C-corporation under the laws of Texas. Wowio, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary Carthay Circle Publishing (collectively, the “Company”, “we”, “our”, “Wowio”) is an emerging company in the creation, production, distribution and monetization of digital entertainment. We specialize in creating custom brand strategies to develop, produce, distribute and promote entertainment properties across multiple product lines and distribution channels, including our own websites, traditional media, social media and emerging technologies.

 

The Company operates in a rapidly changing technological and digital entertainment market and its activities are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, including failing to secure additional funding to further exploit the Company’s current technology and digital entertainment properties.

 

NOTE 2 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

 

This summary of significant accounting policies is presented to assist the reader in understanding and evaluating the Company’s financial statements. The financial statements and notes are the representations of the Company’s management, which is responsible for their integrity and objectivity. The accounting policies conform to generally accepted accounting principles and have been consistently applied in the preparation of the financial statements.

 

Basis of Presentation

 

The accompanying (a) condensed consolidated balance sheet at December 31. 2013 has been derived from audited statements and (b) interim unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements as of September 30, 2014 and 2013 have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) for interim financial information and with the instructions to Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) Form 10-Q and Article 8 of SEC Regulation S-X. These condensed consolidated financial statements do not include all of the information and footnotes required by GAAP for complete financial statements. Therefore, these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements (the “financial statements”) should be read in conjunction with the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements and notes thereto for the year ended December 31, 2013, included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K.

 

The condensed consolidated financial statements included herein as of and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 are unaudited; however, they contain all normal recurring accruals and adjustments that, in the opinion of the Company’s management, are necessary to present fairly the condensed consolidated financial position of the Company as of September 30, 2014, the condensed consolidated results of its operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, and the condensed consolidated cash flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013. The results of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year or any future interim periods.

 

Going Concern

 

The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. The Company’s revenues since inception have been nominal. Additionally, since inception, the Company has had recurring operating losses and negative operating cash flows. These factors raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern.

 

F-6
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 2 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES, continued

 

The Company’s continuation as a going concern is dependent on its ability to obtain additional financing to fund operations, implement its business model, and ultimately, to attain profitable operations. The Company will need to secure additional funds through various means, including equity and debt financing, funding from a licensing arrangement or any similar financing. There can be no assurance that the Company will be able to obtain additional debt or equity financing, if and when needed, on terms acceptable to the Company, or at all. Any additional equity or debt financing may involve substantial dilution to the Company’s stockholders, restrictive covenants or high interest costs. The Company’s long-term liquidity also depends upon its ability to generate revenues from the sale of its products and achieve profitability. The failure to achieve these goals could have a material adverse effect on the execution of the Company’s business plan, operating results and financial condition. The Company intends to raise additional financing.

 

The condensed consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of recorded asset amounts or the amounts and classification of liabilities that might be necessary should the Company be unable to continue as a going concern.

 

Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements

 

In June 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued guidance related to financial statement presentation for development stage enterprises. The standard removes the definition of a development stage entity from the Master Glossary of the Accounting Standards Codification, thereby removing the financial reporting distinction between development stage entities and other reporting entities from U.S. GAAP. In addition, the standard eliminates the requirements for development stage entities to (1) present inception-to-date information in the statements of income, cash flows, and shareholder equity, (2) label the financial statements as those of a development stage entity, (3) disclose a description of the development stage activities in which the entity is engaged, and (4) disclose in the first year in which the entity is no longer a development stage entity that in prior years it had been in the development stage. The standard is effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2014, and interim periods therein, with early adoption permitted. As a result, the Company adopted this standard as of June 30, 2014 and eliminated since inception information from its financial statements.

 

In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, “Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606)” (“ASU 2014-09”). ASU 2014-09 amends the guidance for revenue recognition to replace numerous, industry specific requirements and converges areas under this topic with those of the International Financial Reporting Standards. The ASU implements a five-step process for customer contract revenue recognition that focuses on transfer of control, as opposed to transfer of risk and rewards. The amendment also requires enhanced disclosures regarding the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenues and cash flows from contracts with customers. Other major provisions include the capitalization and amortization of certain contract costs, ensuring the time value of money is considered in the transaction price, and allowing estimates of variable consideration to be recognized before contingencies are resolved in certain circumstances. The amendments in this ASU are effective for reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2016, and early adoption is prohibited. Entities can transition to the standard either retrospectively or as a cumulative-effect adjustment as of the date of adoption. We are currently assessing the impact the adoption of ASU 2014-09 will have on our consolidated financial statements and disclosures.

 

F-7
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 2 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES, continued

 

In August 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-15, “Presentation of Financial Statements - Going Concern “. The amendments in this update provide guidance in U.S. GAAP about management’s responsibilities to evaluate whether there is substantial doubt about an entity’s ability to continue as a going concern and to provide related footnote disclosures. The main provision of the amendments are for an entity’s management, in connection with the preparation of financial statements, to evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the entity’s ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the financial statements are issued. Management’s evaluation should be based on relevant conditions and events that are known or reasonably knowable at the date the consolidated financial statements are issued. When management identifies conditions or events that raise substantial doubt about an entity’s ability to continue as a going concern, the entity should disclose information that enables users of the consolidated financial statements to understand all of the following: (1) principal conditions or events that raised substantial doubt about the entity’s ability to continue as a going concern (before consideration of management’s plans); (2) management’s evaluation of the significance of those conditions or events in relation to the entity’s ability to meet its obligations; and (3) management’s plans that alleviated substantial doubt about the entity’s ability to continue as a going concern or management’s plans that are intended to mitigate the conditions or events that raise substantial doubt about the entity’s ability to continue as a going concern. The amendments in this update are effective for interim and annual reporting periods after December 15, 2016 and early application is permitted. The Company is currently assessing this guidance for future implementation.

 

Principles of Consolidation

 

The financial statements include the accounts of Wowio, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiary Carthay Circle Publishing. All intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

 

Revenue Recognition and Deferred Revenue

 

The Company recognizes revenues in accordance with FASB ASC Topic 605, which requires that four basic criteria must be met before revenue can be recognized: (1) persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists; (2) delivery has occurred; (3) the selling price is fixed and determinable; and (4) collectability is reasonably assured. Determination of criteria (4) will be based on management’s judgments regarding the fixed nature of the selling prices of the products delivered and the collectability of those amounts. Provisions for discounts and rebates to customers, estimated returns and allowances, and other adjustments will be provided for in the same period the related sales are recorded. The Company will defer any revenue for which the product has not been delivered or for which services have not been rendered or are subject to refund until such time that the Company and the customer jointly determine that the product has been delivered or services have been rendered or no refund will be required.

 

The Company’s primary revenues streams are as follows:

 

eBooks

 

For eBook downloads purchased by the customer directly through the Company’s website, the Company recognizes revenue when the right to download content is granted. The Company evaluates whether it is appropriate to record the gross amount of product sales and related costs or the net amount earned. Generally, the Company records such revenues on a net basis due to a general lack of indicators that the Company is the primary obligor primarily due to the Company’s lack of ability to determine price. Typically for these sales, the Company’s net revenues consist of a credit card processing fee along with the majority of the advertising fee when there is an ad sponsor.

 

Occasionally, the Company sells download cards to retailers and directly to end customers, which are redeemable on its websites for content downloads over an established time frame. The Company records proceeds from the initial sale of the card to deferred revenue, which is included in accounts payable and accrued expenses in the accompanying balance sheets, and is recognized as revenue over the related download period, which approximates the usage period.

 

F-8
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 2 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES, continued

 

Advertising

 

Visitor demographics and time spent on a website are the primary drivers behind advertising-based revenue models for internet properties. Website advertising revenue is primarily recognized on a flat-fee basis based on cost per thousand impressions (“CPM”). The Company earns CPM revenue from the display of graphical advertisements on its websites. Revenue from flat-fee services is based on a customer’s period of contractual service and is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the contract. Proceeds from such contracts are deferred and are included in revenue on a pro-rata basis over the term of the related agreements.

 

Patent Licensing

 

The Company owns Patent No. 7,848,951, issued by the USPTO on December 7, 2010, protecting the insertion of ads into eBooks. The Company intends to pursue patent licensing arrangements with eBook distribution outlets looking to create new revenue streams for eBook downloads. The Company will also pursue any violators who infringe on the patent’s claims, ultimately generating license revenues on a per-book or per-ad basis.

 

Revenue from patent licensing arrangements is recognized when earned, estimable and realizable. The timing of revenue recognition is dependent on the terms of each license agreement and on the timing of sales of licensed products. The Company generally recognizes royalty revenue when it is reported to the Company by its licensees, which is generally one quarter in arrears from the licensees’ sales. For licensing fees that are not determined by the number of licensed units sold, the Company recognizes license fee revenue on a straight-line basis over the life of the license.

 

Creative IP Licensing

 

Revenues are also generated by the exploitation of WOWIO’s own proprietary content of creative material such as comic books, graphic novels, screenplays, and other published and non-published content. The WOWIO-owned Spacedog library is available for sale on wowio.com and the Company retains 90% of all retail sales for that content library.

 

The Company’s content also generates revenues from licensing stories/characters/concepts to studios and other producing partners. Licensing deals that may generate revenue for the Company include film option/acquisition fees, television option/acquisition fees, video game licensing, content licensing for apps, apparel and merchandise licensing.

 

Concentrations of Credit Risk

 

A financial instrument which potentially subjects the Company to concentrations of credit risk is cash. The Company places its cash with financial institutions deemed by management to be of high credit quality. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) provides basic deposit coverage with limits to $250,000 per owner. At September 30, 2014, there were no uninsured amounts.

 

Use of Estimates

 

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods.

 

F-9
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 2 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES, continued

 

Significant estimates made by management include, among others, provisions for uncollectible notes receivable, fair value of contingent consideration related to acquisition, fair value of common stock and warrants issued, fair value of beneficial conversion features, fair value of derivative liabilities and realization of deferred tax assets. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience, knowledge of current conditions and belief of what could occur in the future considering available information. The Company reviews its estimates on an on-going basis. The actual results experienced by the Company may differ materially and adversely from its estimates. To the extent there are material differences between the estimates and actual results, future results of operations will be affected.

 

Fair Value Measurements

 

Fair value measurements are determined based on the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability. GAAP establishes a hierarchy for inputs used in measuring fair value that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by requiring that the most observable inputs be used when available. The established fair value hierarchy prioritizes the use of inputs used in valuation methodologies into the following three levels:

 

Level 1: Quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets. A quoted price in an active market provides the most reliable evidence of fair value and must be used to measure fair value whenever available.

 

Level 2: Significant other observable inputs other than Level 1 prices such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data.

 

Level 3: Significant unobservable inputs that reflect a reporting entity’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability. For example, level 3 inputs would relate to forecasts of future earnings and cash flows used in a discounted future cash flows method.

 

The Company’s financial instruments consist of cash, accounts receivable, note receivable, accounts payable, accrued expenses, related party payables, notes payable and related party notes payable. The Company cannot determine the estimated fair value of its convertible notes payable as instruments similar to the convertible notes payable could not be found. Other than for convertible notes payable, the carrying value for all such instruments approximates fair value due to the short-term nature of the instruments.

 

Beneficial Conversion Features

 

In certain instances, the Company has entered into convertible notes that provide for an effective or actual rate of conversion that is below market value, and the embedded beneficial conversion feature (“BCF”) does not qualify for derivative treatment. In these instances, the Company accounts for the value of the BCF as a debt discount, which is then amortized to interest expense over the life of the related debt using the straight-line method, which approximates the effective interest method.

 

Advertising Expense

 

The Company expenses marketing, promotions and advertising costs as incurred. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, such costs totaled $3,143, $14,456, $2,500 and $2,707, respectively. Such costs are included in general and administrative expense in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations.

 

F-10
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 2 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES, continued

 

Stock-Based Compensation

 

All share-based payments, including grants of stock to employees, directors and consultants, are recognized in the consolidated financial statements based upon their estimated fair values.

 

The Company’s accounting policy for equity instruments issued to consultants and vendors in exchange for goods and services follows ASC Topic 505. As such, the value of the applicable stock-based compensation is periodically re-measured and income or expense is recognized during their vesting terms. The measurement date for the fair value of the equity instruments issued is determined at the earlier of (i) the date at which a commitment for performance by the consultant or vendor is reached or (ii) the date at which the consultant or vendor’s performance is complete. In the case of equity instruments issued to consultants, the fair value of the equity instrument is primarily recognized over the term of the consulting agreement. In accordance with FASB guidance, an asset acquired in exchange for the issuance of fully vested, non-forfeitable equity instruments should not be presented or classified as an offset to equity on the grantor’s balance sheet once the equity instrument is granted for accounting purposes.

 

Income Taxes

 

The Company accounts for income taxes under the provision of ASC 740. As of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, there were no unrecognized tax benefits included in the condensed consolidated balance sheets that would, if recognized, affect the effective tax rate. The Company’s practice is to recognize interest and/or penalties related to income tax matters in income tax expense. The Company had no accrual for interest or penalties on its condensed consolidated balance sheets at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively and has not recognized interest and/or penalties in the condensed consolidated statements of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013. The Company is subject to taxation in the United States, Texas and California.

 

Basic and Diluted Loss per Common Share

 

Basic net loss per common share is computed by dividing net loss attributable to common stockholders for the period by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net loss per share is computed by dividing the net loss attributable to common stockholders for the period by the weighted-average number of common and common equivalent shares, such as warrants outstanding during the period. Common stock equivalents from warrants and convertible notes payable were approximately 4,236,000 and 4,230,000 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, and are excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per share for all periods presented because the effect is anti-dilutive.

 

Derivative Liabilities

 

The Company evaluates debt instruments, stock options, stock warrants or other contracts to determine if those contracts or embedded components of those contracts qualify as derivatives to be separately accounted for under the relevant sections of ASC Topic 815-40, Derivative Instruments and Hedging: Contracts in Entity’s Own Equity. The result of this accounting treatment could be that the fair value of a financial instrument is classified as a derivative instrument and is marked-to-market at each balance sheet date and recorded as a liability. In the event that the fair value is recorded as a liability, the change in fair value is recorded in the statement of operations as other income or other expense. Upon conversion or exercise of a derivative instrument, the instrument is marked to fair value at the conversion date and then that fair value is reclassified to equity. Financial instruments that are initially classified as equity that become subject to reclassification under ASC Topic 815-40 are reclassified to a liability account at the fair value of the instrument on the reclassification date.

 

F-11
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 2 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES, continued

 

Certain of the Company’s embedded conversion features on debt and derivative liabilities with potentially insufficient authorized shares to settle outstanding contracts in the future are treated as derivatives for accounting purposes. The Company estimates the fair value of these embedded conversion features and derivative liabilities with potentially insufficient authorized shares to settle outstanding contracts in the future using the Black-Scholes Merton option pricing model (“Black-Scholes”) (see Note 6).

 

NOTE 3 - NOTE RECEIVABLE

 

On October 13, 2010, the Company entered into a secured note receivable with Top Cow Productions (“TCP”) for $175,000. Terms of the note required interest at the rate of 10% per annum and equal monthly installments of principal over twelve months beginning in May 2011 through April 2012. The note is secured by certain assets of TCP and individually by two owners of TCP. At September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the balance of the note receivable was $187,418 and $182,371, respectively, including accrued interest receivable of approximately $54,418 and $49,371, respectively. The note is currently in default, but based on management’s assessment of the following factors, the Company believes that no impairment charge is necessary at September 30, 2014.

 

 The Company holds a security interest in the assets of TCP;
   
 The Company received payments of $5,500 from TCP during 2013 and $4,900 during 2014; and
   
 In 2014, the Company entered into an agreement with TCP in which TCP is to provide to the Company certain assets, including ownership of two separate 4 book comic book series and screenplay. The Company receives 70% of the future net revenues derived from these assets, with TCP retaining the remaining 30% as a participation fee. The Company believes the carrying value of the outstanding note receivable and accrued interest is recoverable through the projected undiscounted future cash flows of these assets obtained from TCP.

 

NOTE 4 - ACQUISITIONS

 

Wowio, LLC

 

On June 29, 2009, Wowio Texas entered into a securities purchase agreement (the “Agreement”) with Platinum Studios, Inc. (“Platinum”) pursuant to which Platinum agreed to transfer to the Company, all of the membership interests of Wowio, LLC (a Pennsylvania Limited Liability Company and wholly owned subsidiary of Platinum) (“Wowio Penn”) in exchange for total consideration of $3,150,000, comprised of assumed liabilities of approximately $1,636,000 (of which $82,422 and $155,617 were still outstanding at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively), including $794,518 of amounts owed to Brian Altounian (of which $0 and $72,764 were still outstanding at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively), the Company’s CEO, and an additional $1,514,000 to be paid via royalty at a rate of 20% of gross revenues generated from acquired assets. Subsequent to the $1,514,000 being satisfied, such royalty rate shall reduce to 10% of net revenues generated in perpetuity.

 

Drunk Duck

 

On May 5, 2010, Wowio Texas entered into an asset purchase agreement with Platinum pursuant to which Platinum agreed to transfer to the Company, all of the ownership interests in the assets, including related websites, of Drunk Duck (the “Duck”) in exchange for total consideration of $1,000,000 in cash of which $350,000 of such amount had been previously paid, $150,000 was due from July 2010 – October 2010 and $500,000 is to be paid in quarterly installments equal to a minimum of 10% of net revenue derived from the purchased assets. As a security interest, Platinum retained a 10% ownership position in the assets, which is being reduced proportionately, as payments are made to Platinum. As of September 30, 2014, Platinum retained ownership of 6.5% of the assets, as a result of amounts owed to Platinum under the purchase agreement. The $150,000 initially due from July 2010 to October 2010 remains outstanding as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013.

 

F-12
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 4 - ACQUISITIONS, continued

 

Spacedog Entertainment, Inc.

 

Effective May 15, 2010, Wowio Texas entered into a securities purchase agreement with Spacedog Entertainment, Inc. (a New York corporation) (“SDE”) pursuant to which SDE agreed to transfer to Wowio, Inc., all of the common stock of SDE in exchange for total consideration of $1,650,000, comprised of $107,000 in cash, 1,543,000 shares of common stock (valued at $1,543,000 - based on the estimated fair value on the measurement date) and an additional $1,000,000 to be paid via royalty at a rate of 100% of gross revenues generated from SDE assets. Subsequent to the $1,000,000 being satisfied, the seller shall no longer be entitled to receive any further royalties. In accordance with the agreement, the Company neither assumed nor became responsible, in any way, for any liabilities, debts or other obligations of SDE.

 

On December 12, 2012, the Company entered into a purchase agreement with the original owner of SDE, whereby the original owner re-acquired from the Company 10 specific titles from SDE. In exchange for the purchase of these 10 titles, the original owner was to return 255,000 shares of the Company’s common stock to the Company’s treasury and reduce the contingent royalty liability from $1,000,000 to $500,000. In connection with the reduction in the contingent royalty liability, the fair value of the liability based on estimated payment was reduced by $425,459. The 255,000 shares of common stock were received by the Company on May 10, 2013.

 

NOTE 5 - NOTES PAYABLE

 

Revolving Loan

 

Effective September 21, 2012, the Company entered into a credit agreement (“Revolving Loan”) with TCA Global Credit Master Fund, LP (“TCA”), which provided the Company with an initial revolving loan commitment of $250,000. Net proceeds received by the Company amounted to $201,775 after deducting financing fees of $53,225 (which were recorded as debt issue costs). The interest rate on this and all extensions of the Revolving Loan is 12% per annum, with a default rate of 18%. Per the agreement, accrued and unpaid interest on the unpaid principal balance was payable on a weekly basis beginning on September 28, 2012.

 

The Revolving Loan had a 6-month term that could be extended for 6 months at TCA’s discretion with a 4% renewal fee. The loan is collateralized by a security interest in all tangible and intangible assets of the Company. During the nine months ended September 30, 2013, the Company amortized $24,394 to interest expense in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. The credit line includes a minimum monthly fee of not less than 0.875% of the then applicable revolving loan commitment.

 

In connection with this transaction, the Company issued a series of three warrants to TCA (“TCA Warrants”), each to purchase 184,157 shares of common stock, or 1% of the issued and outstanding common stock of the Company at September 21, 2012. Each warrant had an exercise price of $0.01 per share. Each of the TCA Warrants was immediately exercisable upon issuance and had terms of six months, nine months and twelve months, respectively. Each of the TCA Warrants had a mandatory redemption clause, which obligated the Company to redeem the warrant in full by payment of $30,000 each if not exercised by the respective redemption dates through September 21, 2013. The Company recorded $90,000 in accounts payable and accrued expenses with a corresponding reduction to additional paid-in capital related to TCA Warrants in connection with its mandatory redemption clause, with $60,000 still outstanding as of September 30, 2014.

 

F-13
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 5 - NOTES PAYABLE, continued

 

The relative fair value of the warrants of $217,817 was treated as a discount and was amortized over the initial term of the Revolving Loan. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, the Company amortized $0 and $90,758, respectively, to interest expense in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations.

 

The Revolving Loan contains various covenants, certain of which the Company was not in compliance with at September 30, 2014. The amount of principal due at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was $50,000 and $300,000, respectively. Accrued interest related to the Revolving Loan of $16,529 and $7,348 is included in accounts payable and accrued expenses in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively.

 

After payments to TCA of $200,000 in April 2014 and $50,000 in May 2014, the amount owed to TCA was $150,550 as of September 30, 2014, comprised of $50,000 in revolving loan and $60,000 in warrant liability and $40,550 in accrued interest and fees both included in accounts payable and accrued expenses in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheet at September 30, 2014.

 

Notes Payable – Related Parties

 

During 2011, the Company issued an aggregate of $157,355 of notes payable to employees in lieu of compensation due. The notes matured in December 2012, are now due on demand and accrue interest at a rate of 2.25% per year. The amount of principal due at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was $100,902 and $112,570, respectively. In August 2014, $11,668 in principal and $655 in interest was satisfied by a third party for shares of the Company’s common stock (See Note 7). Accrued interest of $6,886 and $5,713 is included in accounts payable and accrued expenses in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively.

 

On January 17, 2012 and June 15, 2012, the Company issued $10,000 and $1,000, respectively, of notes payable to one employee. The notes matured on June 15, 2013 and accrue interest of 8% per year. In August 2014, the outstanding principal of $10,000 and interest of $1,961 was satisfied by a third party for shares of the Company’s common stock (See Note 7). There were no amounts due at September 30, 2014 with $10,000 in principal outstanding at December 31, 2013. Accrued interest of $1,565 is included in accounts payable and accrued expenses in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2013.

 

F-14
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 5 - NOTES PAYABLE, continued

 

Notes Payable

 

Notes payable consist of the following at:

 

   September 30, 2014   December 31, 2013 
       (audited) 
Notes payable to an individual, 12% interest rate, entered into in August 2011, due on demand  $14,448   $14,448 
           
Note payable to an individual, 2% interest rate, entered into in November 2011, repaid in January 2014   -    20,000 
           
Note payable to an individual, 8% interest rate, entered into in January 2012, due on demand   10,000    10,000 
           
Secured note payable to am individual, 10% interest rate, entered into in December 2011, due June 20, 2015, as amended   100,000    100,000 
           
Note payable to an individual, simple flat interest of $5,000, entered into in March 2013, repaid in January 2014   -    10,000 
           
Secured note payable to an individual, 12% interest rate, entered into in September 2013, due on demand with default interest of 17%   50,000    50,000 
           
Note payable to an individual, 12% interest rate, entered into in November 2013, due on demand with default interest of 17%   100,000    100,000 
           
Note payable to an individual, flat interest of $20,000, entered into in April 2014, due on demand   450,000    - 
           
Note payable to an individual, non-interest bearing, entered into in August 2014, due in August 2015   42,000    - 
           
Notes payable to various individuals, 12% interest rate, entered into from August 2013 to January 2014, due one year from the borrowing date, net of debt discount of $4,400 and $0, respectively   14,100    225,500 
           
Secured note payable to an individual, 12% interest rate, entered into in January 2014, due January 2015, net of discount of $4,431   295,569    - 
    1,076,117    529,948 
           
Less current portion   (1,076,117)   (529,948)
           
   $-   $- 

 

F-15
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 5 - NOTES PAYABLE, continued

 

On February 14, 2013, the Company entered into a waiver and amendment #1 agreement to a secured note, extending the maturity date from December 20, 2012 to June 20, 2013. In connection with the waiver and amendment #1 agreement, the Company issued a warrant for the purchase of 200,000 shares of common stock with an exercise price of $0.15 per share that will expire in February 2016. The fair value of the warrant was approximately $380,000, which was computed using the Black-Scholes option pricing model with the following assumptions: (1) expected term of 3.0 years; volatility of 58.90%, discount rate of 0.42% and dividend rate of zero. In accordance with relevant accounting guidance, the Company determined that the issuance of the warrants met the requirement for debt extinguishment accounting. There was no gain or loss recognized in connection with the extinguishment. Since the warrant was issued in connection with a debt instrument, the Company recorded the relative fair value of the warrant of $79,167 as debt discount to be amortized over the life of the note. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, the Company amortized $0 and $79,167 to interest expense in the accompanying condensed consolidated statement of operations. In addition, the Company agreed to pay interest at 10% for the first 4 months and 15% for the following 12 months. In February 2014, the Company entered into a waiver and amendment #2 to this secured note extending the maturity date from June 20, 2013 to June 20, 2015.

 

In January 2014, the Company issued a secured promissory note to an individual in the amount of $300,000. The note bears interest at 12% annually, with minimum interest of $36,000 due by the maturity date of January 2015. In connection with this note, the Company issued the holder of the note a warrant to purchase 25,000 shares of the Company’s Series A Preferred Stock at a price of $1.50 per share with an expiration date of January 2017. The relative fair value of the warrant of $15,190 is treated as a discount and is amortized over the life of the note. During the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2014 the Company amortized $3,797 and $10,759 to interest expense in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations.

 

In April 2014, the Company issued a promissory note to an individual in the amount of $450,000. The note bears flat interest of $20,000 and was due in July 2014. In October 2014 the Company issued 2,000,000 shares of common stock to extend the due dates of this promissory note, along with two other notes to this individual, to January 2015 and March 2015 (see Note 10).

 

In June 2014, the Company amended certain notes payable to allow the note holders to convert any unpaid principal and accrued interest into shares of the Company’s common stock at a conversion price of $0.50 per share, which was below the current market price of $0.90 per share. Accordingly, the Company recorded a beneficial conversion feature of $200,031 to be amortized over the life of the related notes payable. As of June 30, 2014, an aggregate of $212,000 in principal and $19,539 in accrued interest were converted into 463,078 shares of the Company’s common stock. Associated with these conversions, the Company charged $10,400 and $195,631 to interest expense during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations related to the beneficial conversion feature.

 

During the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, the Company recorded the relative fair value of warrants and beneficial conversion features of $215,221 and $79,167, respectively, as debt discount to be amortized over the life of the respective debt instrument. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, the Company amortized $14,197, $206,390, $31,459 and $90,877, respectively, of debt discount to interest expense related to the Company’s notes payable in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations.

 

Accrued interest related to notes payable of $84,527 and $46,764 is included in accounts payable and accrued expenses in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively.

 

F-16
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 5 - NOTES PAYABLE, continued

 

Convertible Notes Payable

 

Convertible notes payable consist of the following at:

 

   September 30, 2014   December 31, 2013 
       (audited) 
Secured convertible note, 8% interest rate, entered into in March 2012, originally due September 2012 (modified from promissory note in July 2012), converted to common stock in April 2014   -    100,000 
           
Secured convertible note, 10% interest rate, entered into in April 2012, converted to common stock in January 2014   -    10,000 
           
Secured convertible notes, 10% interest rate, entered into on May 18, 2012, originally due May 18, 2013, with default interest rate of 15%, converted to common stock in January 2014   -    45,000 
           
Secured convertible note, 10% interest rate, entered into on May 22, 2012, originally due May 22, 2013, with default interest rate of 15%, converted to common stock in January 2014   -    70,000 
           
Secured convertible note, 10% interest rate, entered into in June 2012, originally due June 2013, with default interest rate of 15%, converted to common stock in January 2014   -    50,000 
           
Secured convertible note, 10% interest rate, entered into in July 2012, originally due July 2013, with default interest of 15%, converted to common stock in April 2014   -    100,000 
           
Secured convertible note, 10% interest rate, entered into on August 3, 2012, with default interest rate of 15%, converted to common stock in January 2014   -    10,000 
           
Secured convertible note, 10% interest rate, entered into on August 8, 2012, originally due February 8, 2013, with default interest rate of 15%, converted to common stock in January 2014   -    25,000 
           
Secured convertible note, 8% interest rate, entered into on June 9, 2014, due March 12, 2015   37,500    - 
           
Convertible notes, interest rates of 8% to 12%, entered into in August and September 2014, due in one year   31,500    - 
           
Secured convertible note, 10% interest rate, entered into on September 2012, due September 2013, converted to common stock in January 2014   -    10,000 
    69,000    420,000 
           
Less current portion   (69,000)   (420,000)
           
   $-   $- 

 

F-17
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 5 - NOTES PAYABLE, continued

 

In January 2014, holders of certain convertible notes payable converted $220,000 in principal and $35,931 of accrued and unpaid interest into 1,279,655 shares of the Company’s common stock.

 

In April 2014, the holder of the remaining convertible notes payable converted $200,000 in principal and $41,943 of accrued and unpaid interest into 1,806,771 shares of the Company’s common stock. Subsequently, in August 2014, the note holder reversed his decision and chose to receive his accrued and unpaid interest in cash. As a result, the Company issued the note holder a note payable for approximately $42,000 and cancelled the 306,771 common shares previously issued (See Note 7).

 

In June 2014, the Company entered into a convertible promissory note in the principal amount of $37,500 bearing interest at 8%, due March 2015 which allows the lender to convert the unpaid principal and accrued interest into shares of the Company’s common stock at a variable conversion price (as defined) after 180 days.

 

During August and September 2014, the Company entered into an aggregate of $176,500 in convertible promissory notes bearing interest at rates between 8% and 12%, due in one year. The convertible notes allow the lender to convert the unpaid principal and accrued interest into shares of the Company’s common stock at a variable conversion price (as defined). Certain of these convertible notes allow the lender to determine the timing of conversion, and as such the embedded conversion feature resulted in a derivative liability and a corresponding debt discount in the amount of $145,000 to be recorded (See Note 6). The Company is amortizing the debt discount over the life of the corresponding convertible promissory notes. The amortization of the debt discount was not significant for the three or nine months ended September 30, 2014.

 

Accrued interest related to convertible notes payable of $2,825 and $68,161 is included in accounts payable and accrued expenses in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively.

 

As of September 30, 2014, the Revolving Loan and a number of the outstanding related party notes payable and notes payable balances are delinquent. The Company is in negotiations with the note holders to amend the terms of the notes.

 

NOTE 6 - DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES

 

The Company applies the accounting standard that provides guidance for determining whether an equity-linked financial instrument, or embedded feature, is indexed to an entity’s own stock. The standard applies to any freestanding financial instrument or embedded features that have the characteristics of a derivative, and to any freestanding financial instruments that are potentially settled in an entity’s own common stock.

 

From time to time, the Company has issued notes with embedded conversion features and warrants to purchase common stock. Certain of the embedded conversion features and warrants contain price protection or anti-dilution features that result in these instruments being treated as derivatives. In addition, potentially in the future, the Company may have an insufficient number of available shares of common stock to settle outstanding contracts. Accordingly, the Company has estimated the fair value of these embedded conversion features, warrants, and derivatives related to the insufficient number of authorized shares to settle outstanding contracts using Black-Scholes of $289,000 with a corresponding debit to additional paid in capital, with the following assumptions:

 

Expected volatility is based primarily on historical volatility. Historical volatility was computed using weekly pricing observations for recent periods. We believe this method produces an estimate that is representative of our expectations of future volatility over the expected term of these warrants and embedded conversion features.

 

F-18
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 6 - DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES, continued

 

We currently have no reason to believe that future volatility over the expected remaining life of these warrants and embedded conversion features is likely to differ materially from historical volatility. The expected life is based on the remaining term of the warrants and embedded conversion features. The risk-free interest rate is based on one-year to five-year U.S. Treasury securities consistent with the remaining term of the warrants and embedded conversion features.

 

During August 2014, the Company issued an aggregate of $145,000 in principal of convertible notes payable at interest rates of 10% and 12% (See Note 5). Such convertible notes contained embedded conversion features in the Company’s own stock and have resulted in a derivative liability of $183,000, a debt discount of $145,000 and interest expense of $38,000 being recorded by the Company.

 

During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 the Company recorded other income of $208,000, related to the change in fair value of the warrants and embedded conversion features which is included in change in fair value of derivative liabilities in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations.

 

The following table presents our warrants and embedded conversion features which have no observable market data and are derived using Black-Scholes measured at fair value on a recurring basis, using Level 3 inputs, as of September 30:

 

   2014 
Annual dividend yield   0%
Expected life (years)   1.00 – 4.71  
Risk-free interest rate   0.11% – 1.73%  
Expected volatility   73.35%-110.95 % 

 

The level 3 carrying value as of September 30, 2014:

 

   2014 
Embedded Conversion Features  $203,000 
Warrants   61,000 
   $264,000 
Change in fair value  $(208,000)

 

The following table presents the changes in fair value of our warrants and embedded conversion features measured at fair value on a recurring basis for the nine months ended September 30:

 

   2014 
Balance as of January 1,  $- 
Issuance of warrants and embedded conversion features   472,000 
Extinguishment of derivatives   - 
Change in fair value   (208,000)
Balance as of September 30,  $264,000 

 

F-19
 

 

WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 7 - STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

 

Reverse Stock Splits

 

In January 2014, the Company effected a one-for-ten reverse stock split of the Company’s outstanding shares of common stock (effective January 21, 2014) and of the Company’s outstanding shares of Series A Preferred Stock (effective January 22, 2014). The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements have been updated to reflect the effect of these reverse stock splits.

 

Preferred Stock

 

On March 9, 2012 and amended on September 10, 2012, the Company designated and determined the rights and preferences of 5,000,000 shares of Series A convertible preferred stock (“Series A”) with a par value of $0.0001. The Company is authorized to issue 5,000,000 shares of Series A. The holders of Series A are entitled to receive dividends in preference to dividends on common stock and are entitled to vote together with the holders of common stock with a voting right equivalent to 50 votes of common stock for each share of Series A held. In the event of liquidation, the holders of Series A shall be issued one share of common stock for every 50 shares of Series A.

 

On June 19, 2012, the Company issued 85,000 shares of Series A in connection with a consulting agreement entered into with a director. The value of the shares was $255,000 (based on the fair value of the Series A on the measurement date) and was recorded as prepaid consulting to be amortized over the service period of twelve months in accordance with the terms of the contract. On October 31, 2012, the Company modified the terms of the consulting agreement to extend the service period for an additional four years or a total of fifty-five months. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, the Company amortized $7,305, $7,305, $21,914 and $21,914, respectively, in general and administrative expense in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations.

 

On April 2, 2012, the Company designated and determined the rights and preferences of 2,000,000 shares of Series B convertible preferred stock (“Series B”) with a par value of $0.0001. The Company is authorized to issue 2,000,000 shares of Series B. The holders of Series B are entitled to receive dividends in preference to any dividends on common stock and are entitled to vote together with the holders of common stock with a voting right equivalent to 300 votes of common stock for each share of Series B held. In the event that two or more shareholders who combined own more than 20% of the outstanding common stock enter into an agreement for the purpose of acquiring, holding, voting or disposing of any voting securities of the Company, then the holders of Series B, as a class, shall be issued three shares of common stock for every share of common stock outstanding. In the event of liquidation, the holders of Series B shall be issued one share of common stock for every 300 shares of Series B.

 

Common Stock

 

On June 19, 2012, the Company issued an aggregate of 500,000 shares of common stock at $3.00 per share in connection with a consulting agreement entered into with a director. The value of the shares was $1,500,000 (based on the fair value of the common stock on the measurement date) and was recorded as prepaid consulting to be amortized over the service period of twelve months in accordance with the terms of the contract. On October 31, 2012, the Company modified the terms of the consulting agreement to extend the service period for an additional four years or a total of fifty-five months. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, the Company amortized $42,969, $42,969, $128,906 and $128,906, respectively, in general and administrative expense in the accompanying consolidated condensed statements of operations.

 

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WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 7 - STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY, continued

 

On January 31, 2013, the Company entered into an agreement with a consultant to provide certain services, including financial management and strategy, establishing strategic partnerships, sales and marketing, business development services, and ongoing strategic business consulting as requested by the Company for a period of one year. In exchange, the Company issued the consultant 320,000 shares of common stock. The value of the shares was $640,000, which was computed based on 320,000 shares at $2.00 per share price. In accordance with relevant accounting guidance, the value of the non-forfeitable shares of common stock was recorded as prepaid consulting to be amortized over the service period of twelve months. The Company amortized $0, $160,000, $53,333 and $426,667, respectively, in general and administrative expenses in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013.

 

On February 15, 2013, the Company entered into an agreement with a consultant to provide strategic planning services, business development introductions, and other consulting services to the Company for a period of one year. In exchange, the Company issued the consultant 1,000,000 shares of common stock. The value of the shares was $2,000,000, which was computed based on 1,000,000 shares at a $2.00 per share price. In accordance with relevant accounting guidance, the value of the non-forfeitable shares of common stock was recorded as prepaid consulting to be amortized over the service period of twelve months. The Company amortized $0, $500,000, $250,000 and $1,250,000, respectively, in general and administrative expenses in the accompanying consolidated condensed statement of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013.

 

In January 2014, holders of certain convertible notes payable converted $220,000 in principal and $35,931 of accrued and unpaid interest into 1,279,655 shares of the Company’s common stock (See Note 5).

 

In March 2014, the Company issued 25,000 shares of common stock, at a price of $1.00 per share, for cash proceeds of $25,000 to a third party investor. Subsequently, in April 2014, the Company issued an additional 25,000 shares of common stock, at a price of $1.00 per share, for additional cash proceeds of $25,000 to the same third party investor.

 

In April 2014, the holder of certain convertible notes payable converted $200,000 in principal and $41,943 of accrued and unpaid interest into 1,806,771 shares of the Company’s common stock (See Note 5). Subsequently, in August 2014, the note holder reversed his decision and chose to receive his accrued and unpaid interest in cash. As a result, the Company issued the note holder a note payable for approximately $42,000 and cancelled the 306,771 common shares previously issued (See Note 5).

 

During May and June 2014, the Company settled certain accrued expenses and accounts payable aggregating $345,280 by issuing an aggregate of 341,444 shares of the Company’s common stock to the respective service providers.

 

In June 2014, the holder of certain notes payable converted $212,000 in principal and $19,539 of accrued and unpaid interest into 463,078 shares of the Company’s common stock (See Note 5).

 

In July 2014, the Company issued 75,000 shares of common stock, at a price of $0.40 per share for cash proceeds of $30,000 to a third party investor.

 

In July and September 2014, the Company issued a total of 660,000 shares of common stock to employees as compensation for continuing to support the Company’s efforts. The Company recorded $72,500 of compensation expense based on the fair value of the shares on the measurement date in the condensed consolidated statements of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014.

 

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WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 7 - STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY, continued

 

In July through September 2014, the Company issued an aggregate of 873,314 shares of its common stock to various individuals and vendors for consulting fees and other services rendered amounting to $309,110.

 

In August 2014, the Company settled $343,836 in accrued expenses owed to its Chief Executive Officer by issuing him 1,000,000 shares of the Company’s common stock based on the fair value of the shares on the measurement date.

 

Warrants

 

In February 2014, the Company entered into a waiver and amendment #2 to a secured note (See Note 6), at which time the note holder used $22,922 in accrued and unpaid interest on the secured note to exercise warrants to purchase 152,816 shares of the Company’s common stock.

 

The following represents a summary of all common stock warrant activity for the nine months ended September 30, 2014:

 

   Outstanding Common Stock Warrants 
   Number of Shares   Weighted Average Exercise Price   Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value (1)
 
             
Outstanding at December 31, 2013 (2)   1,220,001   $0.16   $2,250,002 
Grants   -    -      
Exercised   (152,816)   0.15      
Cancelled/Expired   -    -      
                
Outstanding and exercisable at September 30, 2014 (2)   1,067,185   $0.16   $- 

 

  (1)Represents the difference between the exercise price and the estimated fair value of the Company’s common stock at the end of the reporting period.
    
  (2)The common stock warrants outstanding and exercisable at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 have a weighted-average contractual remaining life of 4.15 years and 4.55 years, respectively.

 

In January 2014, the Company issued a Secured Promissory Note to an individual in the amount of $300,000 (See Note 6). In connection with this note, the Company issued a warrant to purchase 25,000 shares of the Company’s Series A Preferred Stock at a price of $1.50 per share with an expiration date of January 2017. As of September 30, 2014 all of these preferred stock warrants are outstanding.

 

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WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 7 - STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY, continued

 

The following table presents details of the assumptions used to calculate the grant date fair value using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model for preferred stock warrants granted by the Company (there were no common stock warrants granted by the Company during the nine months ended September 30, 2014):

 

   Nine Months Ended 
   September 30, 2014   September 30, 2013 
         
Expected term (in years)   3    - 
Expected volatility   25.65%   - 
Risk-free interest rate   0.78%   - 
Expected dividends   -    - 
Grant date fair value per share $0.64  $0.64    - 

 

NOTE 8 - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

 

The Company was party to a management fee agreement with Alliance Acquisition Corp. (“Alliance”). At September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, Brian Altounian (“Altounian”), CEO, owned approximately 34% of Alliance. Alliance provided the Company with general business support services, including, but not limited to, the following: providing executive and administrative level support, general office support, investor relations assistance, human resource assistance, financial and accounting assistance, legal support, office equipment and office space. From time to time Alliance would advance the Company capital and pay expenses on behalf of the Company. Additionally, from time to time, the Company would advance Alliance capital and pay expenses on behalf of Alliance. The monthly fee was $5,000 for the period from November 2011 through June 2013. Based on the decline in business and required support by the Company, the management fee was terminated effective July 1, 2013.

 

The following table summarizes the activity between the Company and Alliance during the nine months ended September 30, 2014:

 

Management fee payable – December 31, 2013  $30,330 
Management fee   - 
Advances to/payments on behalf of the Company   - 
Payments to/on behalf of Alliance   (29,653)
      
Management fee payable - September 30, 2014 (unaudited)  $677 

 

Alliance and Altounian have ownership interests in Akyumen Technologies, Corp. (“Akyumen”). At September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, Alliance and Altounian owned less than 1% of Akyumen individually and collectively. During the nine months ended September 30, 2014, Akyumen provided certain software development and technology related services to the Company for $250,000. Such costs were expensed to general and administrative expense in the accompanying condensed consolidated statement of operations. In addition, Akyumen engaged the Company for an advertising campaign on the Company’s websites. The advertising campaign was for $150,000 for the period April 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014. The Company recorded $50,000 and $100,000 in advertising revenue for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations.

 

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WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 9 - COMMITMENT AND CONTINGENCIES

 

Royalties

 

In connection with certain of the Company’s acquisitions, the Company has entered into various royalty agreements (see Note 4). Royalty payments related to acquisitions range from 10% to 100% of related revenue, as summarized below:

 

  Wowio, LLC - 20% of related revenue until all purchase price consideration has been satisfied, then 10% of related revenue through perpetuity.
     
  Duck - 10% of related revenue until all purchase price consideration has been satisfied, with no subsequent royalty amounts due.
     
  SDE - 100% of related revenue until all purchase price consideration has been satisfied, with no subsequent royalty amounts due.

 

Additionally, the Company enters into royalty agreements with the authors of the eBooks included on its websites, which call for royalty payments based on various percentages of revenues earned, less processing fees and in the case of Sponsored Downloads, a fixed price per download.

 

Employment Agreements

 

The Company is party to an employment agreement with its Chief Executive Officer, which expires in March 2016, with an automatic renewal period of two years unless otherwise terminated. The employment agreement requires annual base salary payments of approximately $300,000 per year. In addition, the executive is entitled to bonuses in amounts based on various factors, including but not limited to the Company’s financial performance, amount of financing received and producer fee credits. Pursuant to the agreement, if the executive is terminated without cause, he is entitled to receive an amount equal to six months of his annual base salary.

 

In addition, the Company is party to an employment agreement with its Chief Operating Officer, which expires in September 2016, with an automatic renewal period of two years unless otherwise terminated. The employment agreement requires annual base salary payments of approximately $180,000 per year. In addition, the executive is entitled to bonuses in amounts based on various factors, including but not limited to the Company’s financial performance, amount of financing received and producer fee credits. Pursuant to the agreement, if the executive is terminated without cause, he is entitled to receive an amount equal to six months of his annual base salary.

 

Consulting Agreements

 

In May 2013, the Company entered into an agreement with a consultant to provide and arrange investor meetings to communicate key Company fundamentals, technical aspects and operations to potential retail investors and financial advisors, registered representatives and money managers. In exchange, the Company agreed to pay consultant a monthly fee of $8,500 and issue the consultant 50,000 shares of common stock. Both parties agreed that the consulting services would begin after the Company’s stock is available to retail investors. During June 2014, the Company issued the consultant the 50,000 shares of common stock with a value of $45,000 based on the current market price and capitalized this amount as part of prepaid consulting and other assets. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company amortized $11,250 and $14,332, respectively, in general and administrative expense in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations.

 

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WOWIO, INC.

 

NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

For The Three and Nine Months

Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013

 

 

NOTE 9 - COMMITMENT AND CONTINGENCIES, continued

 

In June 2014, the Company entered into an agreement with a consultant to provide business development and strategic business advisory services. In exchange, the Company agreed to pay consultant a monthly fee of $7,500 and issue the consultant 16,444 shares of common stock. During June 2014, the Company issued the consultant the 16,444 shares of common stock with a value of $14,964 based on the current market price and capitalized this amount as part of prepaid consulting and other assets. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company amortized $3,741 and $4,561, respectively, in general and administrative expense in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations.

 

Indemnities and Guarantees

 

During the normal course of business, the Company has made certain indemnities and guarantees under which the Company may be required to make payments in relation to certain transactions. These indemnities include certain agreements with its officers under which the Company may be required to indemnify such person for liabilities arising out of their employment relationship. In connection with the Company’s acquisitions, the parties have agreed to indemnify each other from claims relating to the acquisition agreements. In connection with the Company’s publisher agreements, the parties have agreed to indemnify each other from certain claims relating to the agreements. The duration of these indemnities and guarantees varies, and in certain cases, is indefinite. The majority of these indemnities and guarantees do not provide for any limitation of the maximum potential future payments we may be obligated to make. Historically, the Company has not been obligated to make significant payments for these obligations and no liability has been recorded for these indemnities and guarantees in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets.

 

Legal

 

In October 2013, a former employee filed a complaint against the Company and its CEO, seeking past due wages of $57,096, damages and attorney’s fees. The Company has accrued the amount of past due wages in its condensed consolidated financial statements and although this lawsuit is subject to the uncertainties inherent in the litigation process, based on the information presently available to the Company, management does not believe the ultimate resolution of this lawsuit will have an adverse material effect on the Company’s financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.

 

In the normal course of business, the Company may become involved in various legal proceedings. The Company knows of no pending or threatened legal proceeding to which the Company is or will be a party that, if successful, might result in material adverse change in the Company’s business, properties or financial condition.

 

NOTE 10 - SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

 

In October 2014, the Company entered into convertible promissory notes in the aggregate principal amount of $39,844 bearing interest at 8%, due in October 2015 which allows the lender to convert the unpaid principal and accrued interest into shares of the Company’s common stock at a variable conversion price (as defined).

 

During October 2014, the Company issued an aggregate of 875,000 shares of its common stock, at a price of $0.04 per share for cash proceeds of $35,000 to two different third party investors.

 

During October 2014, the Company issued 2,000,000 shares of its common stock to an individual to extend the due dates of an aggregate of $600,000 in notes payable to January 2015 and March 2015.

 

During October 2014, the Company issued an aggregate of 2,546,653 shares of its common stock to various individuals for consulting fees and other services rendered amounting to $153,907.

 

The Company has evaluated subsequent events after the balance sheet date and based upon its evaluation, management has determined that no subsequent events have occurred that would require recognition in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements or disclosure in the notes thereto other than as disclosed in the accompanying notes.

 

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.

 

This Quarterly Report contains forward-looking statements. Statements that are not purely historical may be forward-looking. You can identify some forward-looking statements by the use of words such as “believes,” “anticipates,” “expects,” “intends” and similar expressions. Forward looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties regarding events, conditions and financial trends that may affect our future plans of operation, business strategy, results of operations and financial position. A number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those included within or contemplated by such forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to risks relating to the uncertainty of growth in market acceptance for our technology, a history of losses since inception, our ability to remain competitive in response to new technologies, the costs to defend, as well as risks of losing, patents and intellectual property rights, a reliance on our future customers’ ability to develop and sell products that incorporate our technology, our customer concentration and dependence on a limited number of customers, the uncertainty of demand for our technology in certain markets, the length of a product development and release cycle, our ability to manage growth effectively, our dependence on key members of our management and development team, uncertainty regarding expansion or other corporate transactions and our ability to obtain adequate capital to fund future operations, For a discussion of these and other factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contemplated in the forward-looking statements, please see the discussion under “Risk Factors” contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013 and in our other publicly available filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements reflect our analysis only as of the filing date of this quarterly report. Actual events or results may differ materially from the results discussed in or implied by the forward-looking statements. We do not undertake any responsibility to update or revise any of these factors or to announce publicly any revisions to forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.

 

The following Management’s Discussion and Analysis should be read in conjunction with the condensed consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto included in Item 1 of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2013 included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K.

 

Overview

 

WOWIO, Inc. (“WOWIO”, “we”, “us”, “our” or the “Company”) is a Los Angeles-based digital media company with an eBook distribution platform. The Company owns a proprietary patent that provides for the specific process for inserting ads into eBooks while adding both personalization and an anti-theft identifier, positioning WOWIO as a participant in the growing eBook distribution arena. In addition to its ownership of this patent, the Company has completed the development of a mobile application (“mobile app”) that will allow for the insertion of mobile ads in eBooks read on a mobile device. During the 2nd quarter of 2014, the Company began to focus its efforts primarily in the area of technology development in order to take advantage of the opportunity to exploit its proprietary patent and build additional proprietary technologies in the eBook and mobile ad space. As such, the Company is currently in the early stages of development of a mobile advertising network that will provide WOWIO additional proprietary technology and a unique vertically integrated technology solution that will generate revenues for the company through ad-subsidized eBooks. Management believes that the Company can generate additional revenues by creating an enterprise-level mobile ad delivery platform, utilizing the unique position represented by the patent and other technologies currently being developed.

 

Using our eBook distribution platform as the anchor, the digital media side of our business includes the creation, distribution, marketing, and monetization of “published” material, such as books, comic books, illustrated novels and graphic novels, as well as other digital media productions, including web series, eBooks, eComics, graphic novels and branded entertainment which we provide to digital and traditional media channels, such as film and television. Management believes that its enterprise-level mobile ad delivery platform will offer new revenue opportunities by delivering ads to these digital media products. Our operations are conducted through four main divisions: 1) wowio.com, the eBook distribution platform with a unique pricing model, that takes advantage of our proprietary patent, 2) StudioW digital media, the production entity that creates online and off-line brand-expansion entertainment properties and programs for our content, 3) Carthay Circle Publishing, Inc. which was created to develop our catalog of new and original content to exploit across our various consumer-facing properties, and 4) the technology development group, focused on new revenue-generating technologies.

 

Our business began as a web-based eBook store in 2005, and was re-launched in early 2010 with a new design and new business model that included advertising revenue-generating opportunities. In 2010, as part of our initial focus on digital media content development, we acquired a library of comic books, novels, graphic novels, and screenplays to distribute on our eBook platform as well as to market and promote across other web properties that we also acquired and built in 2010. That same year, we were granted a broad patent that allows for the insertion of advertising into eBooks delivering a new revenue stream for eBook publishers and authors. We believe this patent could provide us with a competitive advantage in the highly competitive eBook distribution market. Since 2010, we have broadened our operational focus to include the services of a digital media studio, which operates as StudioW, and in September 2012, we formed Carthay, a digital publishing entity, for the purpose of identifying and acquiring unpublished content for exploitation and “brand-building” across the digital and traditional media landscape. In the 2nd quarter of 2014, the Company learned that the digital advertising market in general and the mobile advertising market specifically is projected to grow more than any other advertising segment in the United States, per a study conducted and published by eMarketer, dated June, 2014. According to this study, mobile advertising is projected to grow from 6% of overall advertising in 2013 to 26% by 2018, with mobile advertising projected to exceed $58.33 Billion in 2018. Based on these projections, the Company is focusing its efforts on technology development in order to use its proprietary patent and take advantage of projected growth of mobile advertising over the next 5 years.

 

3
 

 

On the digital media side of the business, through wowio.com, we currently distribute both company-owned and 3rd-party-owned eBooks and eComics, generating revenues through eBook and eComics sales transactions. Approximately 87% of the content we distribute through wowio.com is owned by third parties. We currently generate revenues through the insertion of advertising in eBooks. To date, such advertising campaigns have not utilized our proprietary patented technology, but we anticipate such use in the future as we release our mobile app and further develop the enterprise-level ad platform. We currently generate revenues through online advertising on the wowio.com website and we anticipate generating revenues through advertising on our mobile app as well. Through StudioW, we create and produce our own content such as online videos, generating revenues through pre-roll video ads and additional online advertising on our content-oriented websites TheDuck Webcomics, PopGalaxy and our branded YouTube channels. Through Carthay, we intend to publish our own library of material as eBooks and eComics, which we will distribute on our own wowio.com site as well as distribute through other eBook distribution platforms, generating revenues through eBook sales transactions. We intend for approximately 50% of the content from Carthay to be original material created by the Company and approximately 50% to be from third parties. In addition to generating revenues through eBook/eComics sales, we intend to license our content library for exploitation across traditional media outlets such as film and television. We intend to license our patent to other eBook distribution platforms, though we have not yet begun to do so.

 

WOWIO owns a library of books and generates income from the retail sales thereof. We typically sell WOWIO-branded eBooks for $0.99 each. We also offer digital content and eBooks provided by third party publishers to consumers for free when advertising campaigns are available. If the eBook or digital content does not contain an advertising campaign, then we offer the eBook to the consumer at a retail price selected by the publisher and the Company receives an allowance for administration and credit card processing charges, for which we hold back approximately 10% - 30% of the retail price. When there has been a sponsorship advertising campaign, we have charged the sponsor between $1.00 and $3.00 a book and we have paid the publisher between $0.25 - $0.50 per book depending on the length of the book and we keep the remaining portion. We anticipate altering these sponsorship fees and publisher royalty fees to be more in line with mobile ad offerings once we release a final version of the mobile app. EBook sales not tied to advertising campaigns are intended to draw traffic to our websites, so that we can profitably sell advertising on our websites, and are also intended to draw publishers, so that we can seek to enter into additional advertising campaigns for the eBooks sold on our websites.

 

EBook sponsorship ad campaigns are ads inserted into eBooks. To date, such ad campaigns have not utilized our patented technology, but we anticipate such use in the future. Currently, advertising campaigns are represented as book “sponsorships” where the ad is presented in the eBook as a digital book cover. These ads are the first two pages of the book and the last page in the file. The digital book covers are personalized with the reader’s name (which the reader has provided to the Company by registering with us to use the site) and include hyperlink connections to the advertiser’s website as well as static copy. This personalization makes every eBook downloaded a unique and original file. The full use of the patent will include this personalization but the selection of the advertisement will be dependent on and matched to the specific user profile of the reader such that all ads will be unique to the reader, will be placed at various locations within the eBook in addition to the front and back eBook cover and will match the reader’s preferences, profile, online behavior, or other unique identifying characteristics.

 

Advertisements that appear on the website and mobile app are separate revenue streams and are not related to the insertion of ads into eBooks. There have been occasions where an advertiser has requested category-specific ads to appear on the website as well as within the eBooks in a particular category. For example, Adam & Eve received one month of advertising placement on the “Romance” category on the website as part of a larger eBook sponsorship campaign in addition to ads within the eBooks in that category as sponsorships as described above. Generally, however, website advertising revenues are generated from more traditional web advertising networks such as Gorilla Nation, Burst Media and other network ad providers placing ads on webpages independent of the content.

 

The revenues we earn have not been adequate to support our operations. We have supplemented our revenue with the proceeds from offerings of our debt and equity securities. Where possible, we have also paid expenses by issuing shares of our common stock to conserve our cash. We expect that our operating expenses will continue to exceed our revenues for at least the next 9 to 12 months, and possibly longer. If we cannot raise the funds necessary to pay our operating expenses, we may be required to severely curtail, or even to cease our operations.

 

4
 

 

The Company owes certain contingency royalty payments, which will affect its enjoyment of revenue and its ability to become profitable. In particular, the Company has outstanding obligations remaining from the initial acquisition agreements of certain properties and owes contingency royalty payments to the sellers. The Company will be required to pay these obligations out of revenues, ranging from 10% to 100% until the acquisition costs are completed. For Wowio.com, we owe a total of approximately $1.5 million to the seller Platinum Studios, payable as a royalty of 20% of related revenue until all purchase price consideration has been satisfied. After we have completed paying the acquisition balance, we will pay Platinum Studios a royalty of 10% of related revenue in perpetuity. For The Duck Webcomics site, we owe a total of approximately $650,000, including a current payable of $150,000, with the remaining $500,000 payable as a royalty of 10% of related revenue until all purchase price consideration has been satisfied. After we have completed paying the acquisition balance, there will be no further obligation owed on this asset. For the Spacedog library, we will pay a royalty of 100% of related revenue, net of direct expenses, for all Spacedog assets acquired until the entire purchase price consideration of $500,000 has been satisfied. After we have paid such contingency royalty in full, there will be no further obligation owed on this asset.

 

As set forth above, all of the Company’s royalty payment obligations, except with respect to the 10% royalty payment which we will owe in perpetuity to Platinum Studios, are finite. The Company did not make any royalty payments during the three or nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013.

 

WOWIO’s principal place of business is located at 626 North Doheny Drive, West Hollywood, California, 90069.

 

Plan of Operations

 

Our business goals are to increase audience size and procure greater market share in the eBook distribution industry as well as create additional technologies that enhance our Company’s position within that space. On the digital media side of our business, we anticipate possible acquisition opportunities that will enable us to increase our capabilities in the creation, distribution and monetization of traditional content including films, television shows, and books, and digital content such as eBooks, eComics, graphic novels, online video content, casual games, apps and enhanced and blended media formats, utilizing our own proprietary distribution platforms and proprietary ad delivery platforms to generate revenues.

 

Traditional media creators have generally focused on a primary distribution window with subsequent distribution in secondary outlets. Our strategy allows us to work around the limitations of this model’s short time frames and high marketing costs. StudioW utilizes a multi-window, day/date release strategy, giving the consumer repeated, overlapping opportunities to discover the content, thus building a “relationship” with the story, the characters, the universe or the brand.

 

We intend to expand our business through the acquisition of creative properties, the acquisition of synergistic technology platforms and capabilities, the establishment of business-to-business partnerships, the development of our consumer-facing brands, and further technology development that will provide enhanced distribution platforms for creators, target monetization pathways for advertisers, and provide a unique user experience for our audience.

 

We have access to creators, content libraries, and various distribution avenues, providing a unique opportunity and monetization path for us to become an entertainment studio that will focus on digital media across platforms and business units within the organization. We intend to generate revenues through original and branded content development, licensing deals, strategic partnerships, app and eBook sales, and online and mobile advertising revenues.

 

The chief initiatives we intend to undertake within the next year in order to accomplish these near-term business goals include: 1) increase our sales staff by 2-4 people to increase the ad-insertion campaigns on the site, which will increase revenues, traffic and transactions; 2) increase our technical staff by 2-4 people and launch the new wowio.com site, the mobile app and other planned technology development by creating apps and other new technology initiatives in the eBook and digital media areas; 3) increase our content development team by 1 or 2 people to develop and create original content to be published through our Carthay label, increasing our library of content by at least 10 to 15 new titles for exploitation; 4) increase our social media team by 1 or 2 to help build brand awareness across all of the WOWIO-owned sites and to support the marketing/sales efforts of Carthay; and 5) increase our marketing and promotional team by 1 or 2 people to support sales efforts across all platforms. We anticipate overhead expenses to support these efforts to increase to approximately $3.0 million to $5.0 million over the next 12 - 18 months.

 

We expect to generate future revenue by licensing both our patent rights and our creative intellectual property. We expect to re-launch a multi-channel eBook delivery platform in a newly-designed wowio.com site by the end of 2014 or, at the latest, by the end of the first quarter of 2015. We also anticipate launching our mobile app across various platforms, including the release of our app on the Android operating system during 2014, and the Apple operating system (iOS) and the Microsoft Windows Mobile platforms before the end of the first quarter of 2015. We also anticipate releasing an enterprise-level mobile ad delivery platform by early 2015. With this new platform, we expect to increase online visibility by connecting to other related sites through Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) that will allow us to engage with the audience of partner sites. With a broader audience reach and more attractive product offering, our goal is to increase our revenues through increased sales of eBooks and ad revenues generated from the expected higher traffic. Through our Carthay subsidiary, we expect to generate increased revenues as we anticipate higher revenue participation as a publisher, earning 30-50% of revenues as opposed to merely a distributor, earning 10-20% of revenues. Finally, we also anticipate increasing revenues through the licensing of our patent, a process we are beginning to undertake as the advertising community has just started to see the eBook distribution channel as a viable alternative to other content distribution outlets.

 

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We are also exploring potential acquisitions of synergistic companies with related product lines or business strategies that could possibly support or enhance our current plan of operations. Our evaluation of these potential acquisition targets would include analysis of their financial information to determine that they would be accretive to our revenue streams and assets.

 

The revenues we earn have not been adequate to support our operations. Our loss from operations was $280,889 and $1,636,783 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, respectively, and $935,864 and $3,212,237 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, respectively. We anticipate that the additional annual costs we may incur as a result of becoming a public company will exceed $250,000 for legal, financial, accounting and audit work in addition to fees for filing our periodic and annual reports with the SEC. We expect that our operating expenses will continue to exceed our revenues for at least the next 12 months, and possibly longer. Our ability to generate positive cash flows from operations and net income is dependent, among other things, on the acceptance of our products in the marketplace, market conditions, cost control, and our ability to raise capital on acceptable terms. To support our activities we will require investment, which we expect will provide the capital to execute on our business plans, produce enough high quality media to maintain our brand image and develop and retain a loyal customer base.

 

We are party to a settlement agreement with TCA Global Credit Master Fund, L.P. (“TCA”). Under our agreement with TCA, we are required to pay 100% of any revenue we receive, and 50% of the proceeds we receive from any sale of equity or debt securities, directly to TCA, until we have repaid our obligations to TCA in full. After payments to TCA of $200,000 in April 2014 and $50,000 in May 2014, as of September 30, 2014 the amount owed to TCA was $150,550, comprised of $50,000 in revolving loan, $60,000 in warrant redemption and $40,550 in accrued interest and fees. In order to satisfy the remaining obligation to TCA, we plan to seek to raise such additional capital. There is no assurance such funding will be available on terms acceptable to the Company, or at all.

 

Critical Accounting Policies

 

General

 

Our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations is based on our condensed consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). The preparation of these consolidated financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and expenses. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.

 

We believe that the accounting policies described below are critical to understanding our business, results of operations and financial condition because they involve more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of our consolidated financial statements. An accounting policy is deemed to be critical if it requires an accounting estimate to be made based on assumptions about matters that are highly uncertain at the time the estimate is made, and any changes in the different estimates that could have been used in the accounting estimates that are reasonably likely to occur periodically could materially impact our condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

Our most critical accounting policies and estimates that may materially impact our results of operations include:

 

Revenue Recognition Policy

 

The Company recognizes revenues in accordance with FASB Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 605, which requires that four basic criteria must be met before revenue can be recognized: (1) persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists; (2) delivery has occurred; (3) the selling price is fixed and determinable; and (4) collectability is reasonably assured. Determination of criteria (4) will be based on management’s judgments regarding the fixed nature of the selling prices of the products delivered and the collectability of those amounts. Provisions for discounts and rebates to customers, estimated returns and allowances, and other adjustments will be provided for in the same period the related sales are recorded. The Company will defer any revenue for which the product has not been delivered or for which services have not been rendered or are subject to refund until such time that the Company and the customer jointly determine that the product has been delivered or services have been rendered or no refund will be required.

 

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The Company’s primary revenues sources are as follows:

 

eBooks

 

For eBook downloads purchased by the customer directly through the Company’s website, the Company recognizes revenue when the right to download content is granted. The Company evaluates whether it is appropriate to record the gross amount of product sales and related costs or the net amount. Generally, the Company records such revenues on a net basis due to a general lack of indicators that the Company is the primary obligor primarily due to the Company’s lack of ability to determine price. Typically for these sales, the Company’s net revenues consist of a credit card processing fee along with the majority of the advertising fee when there is an advertisement or an ad sponsor. Occasionally, the Company sells download cards to retailers and directly to end customers, which are redeemable on its websites for content downloads over an established time frame. The Company records proceeds from the initial sale of the card to deferred revenue, which is included in accounts payable and accrued expenses in the accompanying balance sheets, and is recognized over the related download period, which approximates the usage period. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 the Company earned $49, $857, $974 and $2,799, respectively, in eBook sales.

 

Advertising

 

Visitor demographics and time spent on a website are the primary drivers behind advertising-based revenue models for internet properties. Website advertising revenue is primarily recognized on a flat-fee basis based on cost per thousand impressions (“CPM”). The Company earns CPM revenue from the display of graphical advertisements on its websites. Revenue from flat-fee services is based on a customer’s period of contractual service and is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the contract. At the end of March 2014, the Company signed an insertion order for display advertising across all of the Company’s sites with Akyumen Technologies to advertise Akyumen’s proprietary mobile hardware devices. The insertion order provides that Akyumen spend $50,000 per quarter for each of the remaining 3 quarters of 2014. As of November 2014, the Company has received all $150,000 in advertising revenues from Akyumen related to this order for advertising. Proceeds from such contracts are deferred and are included in revenue on a pro-rata basis over the term of the related agreements. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 the Company earned $50,589, $102,090, $2,035 and $8,246, respectively, in advertising revenues.

 

Patent Licensing

 

The Company owns Patent No. 7,848,951, issued by the USPTO on December 7, 2010, protecting the method for insertion of specifically targeted advertisements into eBooks. The scope of our patent covers (i) two methods for providing individuals with a plurality of electronic books containing targeted advertising; and (ii) an apparatus for providing one or more subscribers with a plurality of electronic books containing specifically targeted advertising. The Company intends to pursue patent licensing arrangements with eBook distribution outlets looking to create new revenue streams for eBook downloads. The Company will also pursue any violators who infringe on the patent’s claims, ultimately generating license revenues on a per-book or per-ad basis.

 

Revenue from patent licensing arrangements is recognized when earned, estimable and realizable. The timing of revenue recognition is dependent on the terms of each license agreement and on the timing of sales of licensed products. The Company generally recognizes royalty revenue when it is reported to the Company by its licensees, which is generally one quarter in arrears from the licensees’ sales. For licensing fees that are not determined by the number of licensed units sold, the Company recognizes license fee revenue on a straight-line basis over the life of the license. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 the Company earned no revenue in patent licensing fees.

 

Creative IP Licensing

 

The Company also generates revenues from the exploitation of WOWIO’s own proprietary content of creative material such as comic books, graphic novels, screenplays, and other published and non-published content. The WOWIO-owned Spacedog library is available for sale on wowio.com and the Company retains 90% of all sales for that content library.

 

The Company’s content also generates nominal revenues from licensing stories/characters/concepts to studios and other producing partners. Licensing deals that may generate revenue for the Company include film option/acquisition fees, television option/acquisition fees, video game licensing, content licensing for apps, apparel and merchandise licensing. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, the Company earned $0, $0, $0 and $6,817, respectively in creative IP licensing revenue.

 

Cost of sales includes royalty payments made to the authors of the eBooks included on its websites, which call for royalty payments based on various percentages of revenues earned, less processing fees and in the case of sponsored downloads, a fixed price per download. There were no significant royalties earned pursuant to this arrangement for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively.

 

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Use of Estimates

 

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. Significant estimates made by management include, among others, provisions for uncollectible notes receivable, fair value of common stock and warrants issued, fair value of beneficial conversion features, fair value of derivative liability and realization of deferred tax assets. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience, knowledge of current conditions and its belief of what could occur in the future considering available information. The Company reviews its estimates on an on-going basis. The actual results experienced by the Company may differ materially and adversely from its estimates. To the extent there are material differences between the estimates and actual results, future results of operations will be affected.

 

Fair Value Measurements

 

Fair value measurements are determined based on the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability. GAAP establishes a hierarchy for inputs used in measuring fair value that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by requiring that the most observable inputs be used when available. The established fair value hierarchy prioritizes the use of inputs used in valuation methodologies into the following three levels:

 

Level 1: Quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets. A quoted price in an active market provides the most reliable evidence of fair value and must be used to measure fair value whenever available.

 

Level 2: Significant other observable inputs other than Level 1 prices such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data.

 

Level 3: Significant unobservable inputs that reflect a reporting entity’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability. For example, Level 3 inputs would relate to forecasts of future earnings and cash flows used in a discounted future cash flows method.

 

The Company’s financial instruments consist of cash, accounts receivable, notes receivable, accounts payable, accrued expenses, related party payables, note payable and related party notes payable and convertible notes payable. Except for the convertible notes payable, the carrying value for all such instruments approximates fair value due to the short-term nature of the instruments. The Company cannot determine the estimated fair value of its convertible notes payable as instruments similar to the convertible notes payable could not be found.

 

Beneficial Conversion Features

 

In certain instances, the Company entered into convertible notes that provide for an effective or actual rate of conversion that is below market value, and the embedded beneficial conversion feature (“BCF”) does not qualify for derivative treatment. In these instances, the Company accounts for the value of the BCF as a debt discount, which is then amortized to interest expense over the life of the related debt using the straight-line method which approximates the effective interest method.

 

Stock-Based Compensation

 

All share-based payments, including grants of stock to employees, directors and consultants, are recognized in the consolidated financial statements based upon their fair values.

 

The Company’s accounting policy for equity instruments issued to consultants and vendors in exchange for goods and services follows ASC Topic 505. As such, the value of the applicable stock-based compensation is periodically remeasured and income or expense is recognized during the vesting terms. The measurement date for the fair value of the equity instruments issued is determined at the earlier of (i) the date at which a commitment for performance by the consultant or vendor is reached or (ii) the date at which the consultant or vendor’s performance is complete. In the case of equity instruments issued to consultants, the fair value of the equity instrument is primarily recognized over the term of the consulting agreement. In accordance with FASB guidance, an asset acquired in exchange for the issuance of fully vested, non-forfeitable equity instruments should not be presented or classified as an offset to equity on the grantor’s balance sheet once the equity instrument is granted for accounting purposes.

 

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Income Taxes

 

We account for income taxes under the provision of ASC Topic 740. As of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, there were no unrecognized tax benefits included in the consolidated balance sheets that would, if recognized, affect the effective tax rate. Our practice is to recognize interest and/or penalties related to income tax matters in income tax expense. We had no accrual for interest or penalties on our consolidated balance sheets at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively, and have not recognized interest and/or penalties in the statements of operations for each of the years then ended. The Company is subject to taxation in the United States, Texas and California.

 

Basic and Diluted Loss per Common Share

 

Basic net loss per common share is computed by dividing net loss attributable to common shareholders for the period by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net loss per share is computed by dividing the net loss attributable to common shareholders for the period by the weighted-average number of common and common equivalent shares, such as warrants, convertible notes payable and convertible preferred stock outstanding during the period.

 

Derivative Liabilities

 

The Company evaluates debt instruments, stock options, stock warrants or other contracts to determine if those contracts or embedded components of those contracts qualify as derivatives to be separately accounted for under the relevant sections of ASC Topic 815-40, Derivative Instruments and Hedging: Contracts in Entity’s Own Equity. The result of this accounting treatment could be that the fair value of a financial instrument is classified as a derivative instrument and is marked-to-market at each balance sheet date and recorded as a liability. In the event that the fair value is recorded as a liability, the change in fair value is recorded in the statement of operations as other income or other expense. Upon conversion or exercise of a derivative instrument, the instrument is marked to fair value at the conversion date and then that fair value is reclassified to equity. Financial instruments that are initially classified as equity that become subject to reclassification under ASC Topic 815-40 are reclassified to a liability account at the fair value of the instrument on the reclassification date.

 

From time to time, the Company has issued notes with embedded conversion features and warrants to purchase common stock. Certain of the embedded conversion features and warrants contain price protection or anti-dilution features that result in these instruments being treated as derivatives. In addition, potentially in the future, the Company may have an insufficient number of available shares of common stock to settle outstanding contracts. Accordingly, the Company has estimated the fair value of these embedded conversion features, warrants, and derivatives related to the potential insufficient number of authorized shares to settle outstanding contracts using Black-Scholes.

 

Results of Operations

 

Three Months Ended September 30, 2014 Compared to Three Months Ended September 30, 2013

 

The Company has been focusing on establishing a product, customer base and related marketplace. As a result, the Company has only generated minimal amounts of revenue, which, because of their size, can fluctuate without the influence of any specific economic trend. Due to a lack of sufficient operating capital, the Company does not currently have a sales force and does not generate significant revenues. Our net sales increased by $47,120 or 1,339% from $3,518 during the three months ended September 30, 2013 to $50,638 for the three months ended September 30, 2014. Our revenues were from sales of eBooks generated through our website resulting in revenues of $974 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 compared to $49 for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and advertising revenue which increased from $2,035 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 to $50,589 for the three months ended September 30, 2014. Advertising revenue increased during the three months ended September 30, 2014 mainly due to a $50,000 quarterly advertising campaign attributable to one customer. This quarterly advertising campaign is expected to continue until December 31, 2014. Cost of sales decreased by $11,409 or 82% from $13,968 for the three months ended September 30, 2013, as compared to $2,559 for the three months ended September 30, 2014 due to a significant portion of the 2014 revenue resulting from a single advertising campaign that did not require the payment of costs or royalties. Our overall gross profit increased by $58,529 from a gross loss of $10,450 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 as compared to a gross profit of $48,079 for the three months ended September 30, 2014.

 

Our total operating and general and administrative expenses were $328,968 during the three months ended September 30, 2014, a decrease of $596,446 or 65%, as compared to $925,414 for the three months ended September 30, 2013. The decrease in general and administrative expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2014 resulted primarily from a decrease in consulting and professional fees of approximately $700,000, offset by an increase of approximately $72,500 related to shares issued to employees as compensation during 2014.

 

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Other expense, net decreased by $13,913 from a net expense of $27,393 for the three months ended September 30, 2013, to a net expense of $13,480 for the three months ended September 30, 2014 due to income from a change in fair value of derivative liabilities of $208,000 offset by an increase in net interest expense of $194,087, which included amortization of beneficial conversion features.

 

There was no income tax benefit or provision during the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013.

 

Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 Compared to Nine Months Ended September 30, 2013

 

The Company has been focusing on establishing a product, customer base and related marketplace. As a result, the Company has only generated minimal amounts of revenue, which, because of their size, can fluctuate without the influence of any specific economic trend. Due to a lack of sufficient operating capital, the Company does not currently have a sales force and does not generate significant revenues. Our net sales increased by $83,576 or 431% from $19,371 during the nine months ended September 30, 2013 to $102,947 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014. Our revenues were from sales of eBooks generated through our website resulting in revenues of $2,799 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 compared to $857 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014; advertising revenue which increased from $8,246 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 to $102,090 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014; intellectual property sales which decreased from $6,817 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 to $0 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and service fees of $1,500 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 as compared to $0 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014. Advertising revenue increased by almost $100,000 during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 mainly due to a $50,000 quarterly advertising campaign attributable to one customer that began in April 2014. This quarterly advertising campaign is expected to continue until December 31, 2014. Cost of sales decreased from $33,253 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013, as compared to $21,843 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 due to a significant portion of the 2014 revenue resulting from a single advertising campaign that did not require the payment of costs or royalties. Our overall gross profit increased by $36,456 from a gross loss of $13,882 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 as compared to a gross profit of $81,104 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014.

 

Our total operating expenses were $1,717,887 during the nine months ended September 30, 2014, a decrease of $1,480,468 or 46%, as compared to $3,168,355 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013. General and administrative expenses were $1,717,887 during the nine months ended September 30, 2014, a decrease of $1,450,468 or 46%, as compared to $3,168,355 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013. The decrease in general and administrative expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 resulted primarily from a decrease in consulting and professional fees of approximately $1,200,000, a decrease of approximately $500,000 related to shares issued to employees as compensation during 2013 and an increase of approximately $250,000 related to the development and testing of the Company’s web and mobile based application platform. Management fees were $30,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 as compared to $0 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014. The management fee agreement was terminated effective July 1, 2013.

 

Other expense, net decreased by $49,303 from $358,325 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013, to $309,022 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 due to income from a change in fair value of derivative liabilities of $208,000 offset by an increase in net interest expense of $158,967, which included amortization of beneficial conversion features.

 

There was no income tax benefit or provision during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013.

 

Liquidity and Capital Resources

 

We had cash of $51 and $943 at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively.

 

We used cash of $760,792 in our operating activities during the nine months ended September 30, 2014. Non-cash adjustments included $473,047 related to amortization of prepaid consulting, $389,282 related to the amortization of beneficial conversion features, debt discount and debt issuance costs and $97,941 related to the fair value of common stock issued for services offset by the change in fair value of derivatives of $208,000 and interest earned on notes receivables of $9,947. Changes in operating assets and liabilities consist of an increase in accounts payable and accrued expenses of $533,538 and a decrease in related party payables of $29,653, a decrease in acquisition related liabilities of $73,195 and a decrease in prepaid consulting and other current assets of $12,000. We used cash of $353,735 in our operating activities during the nine months ended September 30, 2013. Non-cash adjustments included $1,902,487 related to the amortization of prepaid consulting, $287,487 related to the amortization of debt discount and debt issue costs and $570,000 for common stock issued for services, offset by interest earned on notes receivable of $10,130. Changes in operating assets and liabilities consist of increases in accounts payable and accrued expenses of $474,049 and prepaid expenses and other current assets of $8,098 and a decrease in accounts receivable of $23. We also increased our related party payables by $26,764 and decreased our acquisition related liabilities by $25,755 during the nine months ended September 30, 2013.

 

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Our financing activities provided cash of $755,000 during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $353,755 during the same period in 2013. Cash provided by financing activities during the nine months ended September 30, 2014, reflect net proceeds from the issuance of notes and convertible notes payable of $955,000, net proceeds from the sale of common stock of $80,000, offset by principal payments on notes payable and the revolving loan of $280,000. Cash provided by financing activities during the nine months ended September 30, 2013, reflect net proceeds from the sale of common stock of $20,000, net proceeds from the issuance of notes payable of $383,500, offset by principal payments on notes payable and notes payable - related parties of $49,745.

 

As of September 30, 2014, we had an accumulated deficit of $26,604,730. Management anticipates that future operating results will continue to be subject to many of the expenses, delays and risks inherent in the establishment of an early stage business enterprise, many of which we cannot control.

 

Going Concern

 

Our condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming we will continue as a going concern, which contemplates the realization of assets and liquidation of liabilities in the normal course of business. We cannot provide assurance that we will obtain sufficient funding from financing or operating activities to support continued operations or business deployment.

 

Since our inception we have reported net losses, including losses of approximately $1,946,000 and $3,570,000 during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. We expect that we will report net losses into the near future, until we are able to generate meaningful cash revenues from operations. At September 30, 2014, our accumulated deficit was approximately $26.6 million.

 

The Company’s continuation as a going concern is dependent on its ability to obtain additional financing to fund operations, implement its business model, and ultimately, to attain profitable operations. The Company will need to secure additional funds through various means, including equity and debt financing, funding from a licensing arrangement or any similar financing. There can be no assurance that the Company will be able to obtain additional debt or equity financing, if and when needed, on terms acceptable to the Company. Any additional equity or debt financing may involve substantial dilution to the Company’s stockholders, restrictive covenants or high interest costs. The Company’s long-term liquidity also depends upon its ability to generate revenues from the sale of its products and achieve profitability. The failure to achieve these goals could have a material adverse effect on the execution of the Company’s business plan, operating results and financial condition. The Company intends to raise additional financing.

 

The condensed consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of recorded asset amounts or the amounts and classification of liabilities that might be necessary should the Company be unable to continue as a going concern.

 

Revolving Loan

 

Effective September 21, 2012, the Company entered into a credit agreement (“Revolving Loan”) with TCA Global Credit Master Fund, LP (“TCA”), which provided the Company with an initial revolving loan commitment of $250,000. Net proceeds received from the Company amounted to $201,775 after deducting financing fees of $53,225. The interest rate on this and all extensions of the Revolving Loan is 12% per annum, with a default rate of 18%. Accrued and unpaid interest on the unpaid principal balance was payable on a weekly basis beginning on September 28, 2012. Pursuant to the settlement agreement entered into with TCA (discussed below), the credit facility was terminated such that the Company does not have the right to borrow any additional funds thereunder.

 

The Revolving Loan had a 6-month term that could be extended for 6 months at TCA’s discretion with a 4% renewal fee. The loan is collateralized by a security interest in all tangible and intangible assets of the Company. The credit line includes a minimum monthly fee of not less than 0.875% of the then applicable revolving loan commitment.

 

In connection with this transaction, the Company issued a series of three warrants to TCA (“TCA Warrants”), each to purchase 184,157 shares of common stock, or 1% of the issued and outstanding common stock of the Company at September 21, 2012. Each warrant has an exercise price of $0.01 per share. Each of the TCA Warrants was immediately exercisable upon issuance and had terms of six months, nine months and twelve months, respectively. Each of the TCA Warrants had a mandatory redemption clause, which obligated the Company to redeem the warrant in full by payment of $30,000 each if not exercised by the respective redemption dates through September 21, 2013. Accordingly, because none of the TCA Warrants were exercised, the Company recorded a liability of $90,000 during the year ended December 31, 2013, with $60,000 still outstanding as of September 30, 2014. The Revolving Loan contains various covenants, certain of which the Company was not in compliance with at September 30, 2014.

 

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Effective November 19, 2013, the Company and TCA entered into a settlement agreement, pursuant to which (i) the Company acknowledged that the aggregate amount it owed to TCA, as of October 24, 2013, was $449,221 (including a $50,000 fee agreed to by the Company in connection with the restructuring), (ii) the Company made a payment of $65,631 against the outstanding balance, and (iii) TCA waived the defaults under the loan transaction and extended the due date of the outstanding amounts it is owed to May 19, 2014.

 

Under our agreement with TCA beginning in November 2013, we are required to pay 100% of any revenue we receive, and 50% of the proceeds we receive from any sale of equity or debt securities, directly to TCA, until we have repaid our obligations to TCA in full. After payments to TCA of $200,000 in April 2014 and $50,000 in May 2014, as of September 30, 2014, the amount owed to TCA was $150,550, comprised of $50,000 in revolving loan, $60,000 in warrant redemption and $40,550 in accrued interest and fees. In order to satisfy the remaining obligation to TCA, we plan to seek to raise such additional capital. There is no assurance such funding will be available on terms acceptable to the Company, or at all.

 

As of September 30, 2014 the Company’s current debt obligations were $1,449,850, consisting of the following:

 

(1) Notes payable to former employees, including 6 notes issued to 6 employees totaling $100,902. These notes carry an interest rate of 2.25% and were due between May 2012 and December 2012. These notes are in default. The Company continues to accrue interest expense and has not reached agreement with these former employees on due date extensions.

 

(2) Notes payable to third parties in the aggregate amount of $1,084,948. These 13 notes carry interest rates between 8% and 12% with due dates between December 2011 and June 2015. Of this total, 8 notes totaling $637,448 are in default. The Company continues to accrue interest expense and has not reached agreement with these parties on due date extensions.

 

(3) Convertible notes payable to third parties in the aggregate amount of $214,000. These 5 notes carry interest rates between 8% and 12%, with due dates between March 2015 and December 2015.

 

(4) The Revolving Loan from TCA of $50,000 with an interest rate of 18%, the terms of which are discussed above.

 

We require additional financing to execute our business strategy and to satisfy our near-term working capital requirements. We anticipate needing approximately $3,000,000 - $5,000,000 over the next 12 to 18 months to fund operations and growth. We are working with business partners to generate revenues to help cover obligations. Our management seeks to raise additional financing to augment our revenues to fund future operations and to provide additional working capital to fund our business. We also plan to achieve revenue growth through (i) patent licensing, (ii) website advertising and (iii) eBook sponsorship revenues. We anticipate paying down trade payables and debt obligations through the issuance of equity. We cannot provide assurance that we will obtain sufficient funding from financing or operating activities to support continued operations or business deployment or that we will be able to pay down existing payables and debt obligations with the issuance of equity. If we fail to obtain the needed funding or adequate cash flow from operations, we may be forced to curtail our development or cease our operations altogether, which may include seeking protection under the bankruptcy laws.

 

Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk.

 

Not required for a smaller reporting company.

 

Item 4. Controls and Procedures.

 

Disclosure controls and procedures are controls and other procedures that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”) are recorded, processed, summarized and reported, within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “SEC”) rules and forms. Disclosure controls and procedures include, without limitation, controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our principal executive and financial officers, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

 

As of the end of the period covered by this Quarterly Report, we conducted an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) and Rule 15d-15(e) of the Exchange Act). Based upon this evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective to ensure that information required to be disclosed by the Company in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms and also are effective in ensuring that information required to be disclosed by the Company in the reports that it files or submits under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to the Company’s management, including the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

 

Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

 

There have been no changes in our internal controls over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rule 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the quarter ended September 30, 2014 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

 

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PART II - OTHER INFORMATION

 

Item 1. Legal Proceedings.

 

There have no material developments to previously disclosed legal proceedings.

 

Item 1A. Risk Factors.

 

Not required for a smaller reporting company.

 

Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds.

 

In July 2014, the Company issued 75,000 shares of common stock, at a price of $0.40 per share for cash proceeds of $30,000 to an accredited investor. In July and September 2014, the Company issued an aggregate of 660,000 shares of common stock in the aggregate amount of $72,500 to two employees as a bonus. From July through September 2014, the Company issued an aggregate of 1,873,314 shares of common stock to various consultants, debt holders and service providers in settlement of certain accounts payable, debt and for services rendered in the aggregate amount of $653,066.

 

In connection with the foregoing, the Company relied upon the exemption from registration provided by Section 4(a)(2) under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, for transactions not involving a public offering.

 

Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities.

 

As discussed above under “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations”, as of October 31, 2014 the Company is in default on the notes payable to former employees totaling $100,902 and on 9 other notes payable totaling $640,448, which are currently due. The Company has not reached agreement with the noteholders on due date extensions.

 

Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures.

 

Not applicable.

 

Item 5. Other Information.

 

None.

 

Item 6. Exhibits.

 

No.   Description
     
31.1   Rule 13a-14(a)/ 15d-14(a) Certification of Chief Executive and Financial Officer
32.1   Section 1350 Certification of Chief Executive and Financial Officer
EX-101.INS   XBRL INSTANCE DOCUMENT
EX-101.SCH   XBRL TAXONOMY EXTENSION SCHEMA DOCUMENT
EX-101.CAL   XBRL TAXONOMY EXTENSION CALCULATION LINKBASE
EX-101.LAB   XBRL TAXONOMY EXTENSION LABELS LINKBASE
EX-101.PRE   XBRL TAXONOMY EXTENSION PRESENTATION LINKBASE

 

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SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

 

  Wowio, Inc.
     
Date: November 13, 2014 By: /s/ Brian Altounian
  Brian Altounian
  Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer (principal executive, financial and accounting officer)

 

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