UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-K
(Mark One)
☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2017 .
o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from
to
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Commission file number: 000-28731
MOBETIZE CORP.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Nevada
99-0373704
(State or other jurisdiction of
(I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization)
Identification No.)
8105 Birch Bay Square Street, Suite 205, Blaine, Washington 98230
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (778) 588-5563
Securities registered under Section 12(b) of the Act: none.
Securities registered under Section 12(g) of the Act: none.
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act.
Yes o No ☑
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act.
Yes o No ☑
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 ☑ No o
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 ☑ No o
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K (§ 229.405 of this chapter) is not
contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements
incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K. o
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. Smaller reporting company ☑
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes o No ☑
The aggregate market value of the registrant's common stock, $0.001 par value held by non-affiliates (13,219,233) was
approximately $317,261 based on the average closing bid and ask prices ($0.024) for the common stock on July 6, 2017.
At July 6, 2017, the number of shares outstanding of the registrant's common stock, $0.001 par value was 23,450,233, the number
of shares outstanding of registrant's Series A preferred stock, $0.001 par value was 4,565,000, and the number of shares outstanding
of registrants Series B preferred stock, $0.001 par value was 13,848,408.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I
BUSINESS OVERVIEW
ITEM 1
Business
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ITEM 1A
Risk Factors
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ITEM 1B
Unresolved Staff Comments
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ITEM 2
Properties
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ITEM 3
Legal Proceedings
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ITEM 4
Mine Safety Disclosures
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PART II
FINANCIAL AND MARKET INFORMATION
ITEM 5
Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
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ITEM 6
Selected Financial Data
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ITEM 7
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations
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ITEM 7A
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
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ITEM 8
Financial Statements
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ITEM 9
Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial
Disclosure
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ITEM 9A
Controls and Procedures
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ITEM 9B
Other Information
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PART III
RELATED PARTIES AND GOVERNANCE
ITEM 10
Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
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ITEM 11
Executive Compensation
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ITEM 12
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related
Stockholder Matters
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ITEM 13
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
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ITEM 14
Principal Accounting Fees and Services
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PART IV
EXHIBITS
ITEM 15
Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules
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Signatures
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PART I - BUSINESS OVERVIEW
ITEM 1.
Business
As used herein the terms "Mobetize," "we," "our," "us," refer to Mobetize Corp., and our
predecessors, unless the context indicates otherwise.
BACKGROUND
We were incorporated in the State of Nevada on February 23, 2012, as Slavia Corp. in order to assist
international students enroll in accredited universities, institutes, colleges or schools in Canada. Since we
were not able to raise sufficient capital to fund development in this business segment, management
determined to consider alternative strategies to create value for our shareholders.
On July 9, 2013, we entered into an Asset Purchase and Sale Agreement with Mobetize Inc., a Nevada
corporation, which caused us to acquire substantially all of the assets and none of the liabilities of
Mobetize Inc. in exchange for shares of our common stock. The assets conveyed included a license
agreement between Mobetize, Inc., Paysafe Group PLC (formerly Optimal Payments PLC) and
Rentmoola Payment Systems Inc. We changed our name to "Mobetize Corp." effective August 13, 2013,
in connection with this transaction.
We offer services in the United States through our Nevada subsidiary Mobetize USA Inc. and to clients
outside the United States through our Canadian subsidiary Mobetize Canada Inc.
A business office for Mobetize USA is located at 8105 Birch Bay Road, Suite 205, Blaine Washington
98230 and a business office for Mobetize Canada is located at #1150 – 510 Burrard St. Vancouver,
British Columbia, V6C 3A8. Our registered statutory office is located at Nevada Agency and Transfer
Company 50 West Liberty Street, Suite 880, Reno, Nevada 89501.
Mobetize trades on the OTCQB, an electronic trading platform owned by OTC Markets Group, Inc. under
the symbol "MPAY".
BUSINESS
Mobetize is an emerging technology and services company which provides Fintech services that enable
the convergence of global telecom and financial services providers ("Customers") through its Global
Mobile B2B Fintech and Financial Services Marketplace ("Hub").
Fintech - financial technology - is an umbrella term describing disruptive technologies involved in the
provision of financial services. Fintech is transforming the way money is managed and affects almost
every financial activity.
Our Hub provides a range of mobile financial services ("MFS") which include white label technology
platforms that support customer specific MFS application program interface ("API") consumption
protocols to enable services such as prepaid air-time and data top ups, mobile lending, international
money transfers, person to person ("P2P") transfers, Visa ™ /MasterCard ™ usage and bill payments on
either personal computers or mobile devices ("Services"). The Hub seamlessly integrates with Mobetize
Customers, who as a result are able to offer Services to their subscribers or members ("Users").
Users access the Services from the Hub through multiple access points including:
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1. Desktop Applications
2. Mobile Web Applications
3. Native Applications for Apple iOS Devices and Android Devices
REVENUE MODEL
The HUB can generate revenue from:
1)
Transactional processing fees based on volume of activity
2)
Revenue share based fees for financial services delivered through the Hub
3)
Recurring platform fees for licensing the Hub
4)
Recurring fees for service level agreements
5)
Consulting and professional services fees
6)
Customization, integration, and deployment fees
Existing revenue is influenced by the growing global consumption of MFS and its adoption by Users who
rely on their mobile devices as an access point to complete financial transactions. Future revenue will also
be affected by our ability to innovate new technology processes and systems that our Customers want to
offer to their Users. Our strategy is to drive growth by:
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Leveraging our existing contracts to increase Customer and User adoption
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Enhancing business development efforts to expand sales globally
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Evaluating M&A strategies to grow inorganically
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Continuing to bring innovative Fintech solutions and technology as first-to-market.
FINTECH ECOSYSTEM
Globally Fintech "ecosystems" have stimulated technological innovation, made financial markets more
efficient, and improved the overall customer experience. These ecosystems - include traditional telecom
and financial service providers that are faced with competition from technology giants such as Apple and
Google who have proven their capacity to compete in the delivery of MFS To remain competitive,
telecoms and financial service providers are constantly seeking to adapt to the digital age relying on a
broad set of solutions, from pure channel adaptation to radical changes in business models.
The World Fintech Report 2017 published by Capgemini , LinkedIn and Efma states:
· The Fintech space is ripe in large part due to traditional firms leaving a gap of unmet needs
· Consumers are embracing Fintech providers, with 50.2% globally saying they already do business with at least one non-traditional firm for banking, insurance, payments or investment management.
· VC funding in Fintech has increased exponentially over the last few years with worldwide investment reaching close to $25 billion in 2015.
· By country, consumers turn the most to Fintech firms in China and India (both above 75%)
· Tech-savvy customers are using Fintech twice as much as non-tech-savvy customers (67.3% versus 33.6%) and mobile has emerged as the second-most important channel (after the computer) for interacting with financial services firms.
· Within ten years, an estimated two billion people will have had their first banking experience on a smart phone. – almost as much as the number who are conventionally banking today
· More than three-fourths (76.7%) of executives agree that Fintech's provide partnership opportunities
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Mobile Banking and Fintech
A report published by the Federal Reserve Board titled Consumers and Mobile Financial Services
2016 found that the adoption of mobile financial services continues to increase in the United States. A
majority of consumers using these services cite convenience or acquiring a smartphone as their reason for
adoption. Forty-three percent (43%) of all mobile phone owners and fifty-three percent (53%) of
smartphone owners with a bank account had used mobile banking in the 12 months prior to the survey, up
from thirty-nine percent (39%) in 2014 and thirty-three percent (33%) in 2013.
In a report published by the Economist Intelligence Unit titled The Disruption of Banking
http://fintechnews.ch/fintech/banks-vs-fintech-fintegration-smartest-move-says-new-survey/2043/
(December 10, 2015) over 100 senior bankers were interviewed to ascertain the likely landscape for the
retail banking industry over the next five years. When bankers were asked how Fintech might disrupt the
banking industry, more than ninety percent (90%) of the bankers believed that Fintech firms will have a
significant impact on the future landscape of banking, with more than a third believing that Fintech will
win an equal share or even dominate the market.
As of February 2015, bank spending on new technologies in North America was projected by Juniper
Research to reach $17 billion dollars in 2015 and increase to $19.9 billion dollars in 2017.
The online statistics Internet portal Statista reported that the value of investment in financial technology
ventures on a global scale amounted to approximately $3 billion dollars in 2013 and was projected to
grow to around $8 billion dollars in 2018.
According to Juniper Research (July 2013), 800 million people would use mobile banking services in
2014, which number is expected to increase to 1.75 billion (32 percent of the global adult population) by
2019.
Smartphone sales and Telecoms
Over a third of the world's population is projected to own a smartphone by the end of 2017, up from 21.6
percent (21.6%) in 2014. Western Europe is due to become the largest regional market as almost 65
percent (65%) of its total population is forecast to own a smartphone by 2017, over twice the figure in
2012. Within North America, around 64 percent (64%) of the population will own a smartphone in 2017,
an increase of 13 percent (13%) on the figure from 2014. The smallest regional market for smartphones is
the Middle East and Africa, where smartphone penetration is expected to be 13.6 percent (13.6%) by
2017.
Telcoms are uniquely positioned to be the leading providers of mobile financial services to their
customers by leveraging their billing platforms. The fact that basic financial services can be done without
a banking relationship further strengthens the opportunity for telecoms.
Money Remittance
The World Bank reported that remittances to developing countries were expected to grow at about 3.3
percent in 2017 to $444 billion and estimated that in 2014 $131 billion dollars was sent from the United
States by residents and immigrant workers to their family members in their respective countries. The
United States is the largest market for these money transfer services accounting for over 22% of all global
money transfers.
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TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS AND PRODUCTS
The Mobetize Global Mobile B2B Fintech and Financial Services Marketplace/Hub offers the following:
smartWallet:
Our smartWallet solution is provided via mobile web and web OS Apple and Android app to the desktop,
iPad, or mobile phone.
The smartWallet allows Users to load funds into their mobile wallet and access global mobile financial
services such as prepaid top-ups for themselves or for gifts for family members, P2P money transfers,
international money transfer remittances, bill payments and bill management.
Users can load funds into their smartWallet from their bank account (ACH or real time ACH), via credit
or prepaid debit card, and PayPal.
The smartWallet can be integrated with an existing billing system to enable a mobile ‘my account' as part
of a mobile wallet with features including:
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Registration - sign in and sign up
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User Account Settings - Allows the User to update their information, edit/add and save different
payment methods while changing password and saving account numbers to favorites for fast
access.
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View Balance - Users are able to track their balances by viewing their real-time balance.
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Add and Save Services -Create, save, and edit a list of favorites for easy and fast access to all
transactions.
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Favorites - Create, save, and edit a list of favorite contacts, remittances, airtime transactions and
more for convenience and accessibility.
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Stored Payment Methods - Safely store and edit a list of preferred method of payments to load the
smartWallet to increase convenience and accessibility including credit cards, debit cards, ACH.
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smartWallet is activated for customers who are Money Service Business ("MSB") compliant.
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smartRemit:
A fully integrated mobile platform dedicated to providing convenient, efficient, scalable, and inexpensive
global money transfer solutions for Customers and Users.
smartRemit enables Users to send funds cross-border via multiple payout channels such as, direct bank
account deposits, pick-up at agent location, and home delivery. Users can send funds in one currency and
have the beneficiary receive in another. Cash delivery options include:
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Cash to cash
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Cash to account
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Door service
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Mobile transfers
smartRemit is accessed outside the smartWallet to ensure full Money Transfer Licensing compliance.
smartRemit provides Users with 24/7 mobile money transfer remittance capabilities.
smartCharge:
smartCharge enables real time prepaid mobile top-ups to any mobile phone and recharge transfers to over
350 mobile network operators in 90 countries, reaching 3.6 billion prepaid users. Users can send air-time
top-ups to any prepaid mobile phone globally.
smartBill:
smartBill is supported by our MSB licensed billing partner and allows Users to pay bills at approximately
14,000 companies within the United States, including utilities, cable companies, and mobile phone
providers.
smartCard:
smartCard is our white label Visa/MasterCard program that allows users to request (during sign-up or at
any time via the Mobetize app) a prepaid MasterCard ™ or Visa ™ card, which is linked to their
smartWallet. Users are able to move any cleared funds from their smartWallet on to their Visa ™ card or
MasterCard ™ , allowing them to make purchases both online and in retail locations, plus withdraw cash
from ATMs.
Users are able to track the balance and see recent transactions via the Mobetize smartWallet and can
easily move money back to the smartWallet. The smartCard has the same white-label branding as the
smartWallet for a seamless User experience.
smartLoan:
SmartLoan is a proprietary digitized lending product that allows borrowers to apply for secured and
unsecured loans ranging from $500 up to $35,000 to refinance credit card debt, student loans, weddings,
or household projects.
This lending solution is configurable, scalable and able to implement dynamic algorithms in a cloud-
based environment that enables Financial Institutions (FI's) to quickly launch their own online lending
products and controls.
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This innovative software solution, built on the core Mobetize HUB, enables FI's to instantly meet Know
Your Client (KYC) and Anti Money Laundering (AML) compliance in addition to computing complex
algorithms for auto-adjudication of the personal bank lending process initiated from any tablet, PC or
mobile device.
Key benefits for FI's include:
• An omnichannel and simple user experience for fast loan decisions and funding
• Digitized back-office processes and interoperability
• Ability to lead innovation with configurable KYC and heuristic adjudication rules
• Configurable workflow of applications
• Easy white-labeling configurability for branding and rapid launch
• Opportunity to leverage new lending business models
• Ability to respond to and address security and regulatory requirements
The smartLoan solution is offered by Mobetize to direct and platform lenders in North America who are
interested in growth within the online lending space.
Customer Relationship Management ("CRM") and Reporting Tool:
Mobetize provides Customers an online CRM and data analytics reporting system for all transactions
processed through the Hub.
The reporting system can be configured so that different levels within a customer's team can see and
access different levels of information. The reporting tool provides real time data, at different levels of
detail, allowing Customers to track User metrics as:
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Transactions $ values
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Transaction volume-by type of transaction
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Number of registered users
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Number of active users
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Geographic splits
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Other key performance Indicators
The web based CRM reporting tool also provides Customer's access to User data such as:
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User information (name, address, etc.)
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User transaction history
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User wallet balance
This data is a key driver for User support services.
LATEST TECHNOLOGY AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENTS
We are currently in the process of adapting our Hub to facilitate multiple Fintech services as part of our
banking channel strategy. Version 3.0 will be able to facilitate mobile money remittances offered
seamlessly by engaged FI's. The platform will facilitate KYC of the sender and authorize funds from the
user's FI bank account in real-time. Version 3.0 will offer native apps for both Android and iPhone. New
FI's can be rapidly on-board as part of the multi-tenanted platform, and in addition to a multi-lingual
branded user-application, each FI can offer their own retail market pricing. The product will form part of
an extended banking platform available initially to 174 FI's in Canada.
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Between September 2016, and May 2017, we built and launched the smartLoan product. smartLoan
allows FI's to offer consumer on-line loan applications and adjudications. Functionality is a fully
compliant process that includes on-line KYC based on a wide range of data gathering that covers both
traditional and non-traditional sources for fraud detection and credit profiling that produces a multi-
variant scoring model. Based on our standard multi-tenanted architecture, the product can be quickly
white-labeled and new FI's on-board in weeks.
Over the same period, as part of our telecom channel strategy, we developed and launched the Mobile
Money Platform (MMP). MMP is a secure API gateway employing OAuth2 connections (industry
standard protocol) that allows business customers to transact data top-up credits to pre-paid mobile phone
customers worldwide. These may be top-ups direct-to-carrier or over-the-top ("OTT") services consumed
in addition to carrier data allowance. Again, built on a multi-tenanted model, the platform can rapidly on-
board additional customers with minimal overhead.
During March 2016, we completed the development of Version 2.1, which incorporates a new registration
system. The system includes text message verification and allows faster password recovery as well as
faster completion of the registration process on a mobile device.
We completed the development of Version 2.0 in October of 2015, for rollout to our Customers. Version
2.0 includes the most significant component and key differentiator of our offerings to date by enabling
international money transfer capabilities globally via our international money transfer partners. Version
2.0 also supports multi-language web services, with the Spanish language being the first non-English
language offered. Existing customers equipped with Version 2.0 can initiate international money transfers
from the United States via a network of nearly 200,000 payout agent locations, and instruct bank transfers
to over six hundred banks worldwide.
During April 2015, we completed the production version of Mobile Web application 1.0. This suite of
products includes smartCard, Paypal, bank ACH, and credit card processing as cash-in options and
smartCharge, smartBill, person-to-person transfers, and smartCard for ATM withdrawals and POS
purchases as cash-out options. The CRM, reporting, and incident management tools are active in addition
to a desktop version and Representation State Transfer ("REST") API with all of the above features
The Hub will continue to be developed as a Fintech marketplace that offers stand alone Services, REST
API services for our financial technology products, and solutions that allow clients with existing
technologies, such as virtual wallets, to be able to include our Services in their systems. Development of
native applications for iOS and Android have commenced.
RECENT BUSINESS DEVELOPMENTS
On May 29, 2017, MPAY Gateway Services Inc. was formed in connection with a Joint Venture
Agreement with CPT Secure Inc. dated January 12, 2017, to develop payment processing technology and
agreed to issue 500,000 Series B Preferred Shares to CPT in consideration for the license of CPT
technology to the joint venture. The license has a two-year term that can be automatically renewed for
successive two year periods unless either party elects not to renew 60 days prior to expiration.
On February 1, 2017, dated effective December 15, 2016, we entered into a Software Application
License, Customization Development and Service Level Agreement with Tata Communications
(America) Inc. to govern the global deployment of our Services for its customers through our Hub. The
parties agreed to a five-year strategic partnership from which we expect to generate revenue from service
level support fees and the sharing of transactional income; advance our technology alliance to accelerate
new Fintech revenue sharing opportunities; and focus our partnership on Fintech product innovation.
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On September 27, 2016, effective September 20, 2016, we entered into a Software Application License,
Customization Development and Service Level Agreement with GF Financial Group to partner in
offering a mobile personal lending facility with omni-channel capabilities to its customers built on our
Fintech platform. GF Financial customers will be able to apply for and be approved for personal loans
initiated from their mobile devices. A roll out of the application was successfully implemented in the
second quarter of 2017.
On November 3, 2015, Mobetize formed a strategic partnership with Global Service Solutions, Inc.
("Global Service") to deliver a mobile money and financial services platform under its new brand
Gotawallet ™ . Global Service, through its Got Prepaid ™ brand, provides distribution, through a nation-
wide channel of large distributors and retailers, to over one million end-users in the United States with
over fifty different prepaid cellular products. The products include a combination of hard card, real time
replenishments, and e-pin formats. The Got Prepaid ™ brand is highly regarded within the prepaid
segment of the market for its ability to provide quality customer service and technical support. Got
Prepaid ™ provides recharge capabilities for wireless AT&T, Verizon, T Mobile, H20, Red Pocket and
many other telecom providers. The project to deliver a mobile financial services platform was completed
in the second quarter of 2016.
On October 15, 2015, Mobetize signed a consulting services agreement with Tata Communications
(America) Inc., ("Tata"), to license Mobetize solutions as Tata's core mobile money platform. The parties
are working to create a global business to business channel strategy to develop a financial technology
services hub for telecom companies, enterprise and alternative financial service providers that Tata
already supports globally in its telecom network.
On October 7, 2015, Mobetize announced that it had formed a strategic partnership to deliver mobile
wallet and financial services to customers of Pure Minutes, Ltd. ("PML"). PML is a leading provider of
prepaid international calling services and mobile phone payment services for domestic and international
mobile carriers with an addressable customer base of over 1.1 million in the United States. In June 2016,
PML completed a white label application of the Mobetize smartWallet under the brand Digibux. The
online portal www.mydigibux.com has also been completed.
On August 10, 2015, Mobetize showcased Version 2.0 at the Prepaid Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, a
product suite that incorporates the full mobile money product solution that can be white-labeled by any
telecom operator. The suite consists of a mobile wallet with key financial services offerings that include
global money transfer capabilities, US bill payments, global gifting of prepaid air-time top ups and paid
Visa ™ /MasterCard ™ programs for telecom operators. Mobetize allows its telecom operators to pick and
choose the financial services they want to deliver branded for their respective customers, which can be
launched through APIs, or as a stand-alone system.
Mobetize was selected from over 100 technology companies to speak and present at the 2015 Innovation
Showcase Event on May 29, 2015, held by the Telecom Council of Silicon Valley in Sunnyvale,
California. Mobetize showcased its Hub to decision level executives with some of largest telecom
companies in the world. The meetings resulted in numerous NDA's and discussions that remain ongoing
with several large global telecoms.
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COMPETITION
The global Fintech industry is highly competitive. We compete against businesses in varied industries,
many of which are larger than we are, have a dominant and secure position in other industries, or offer
other goods and services to consumers and merchants which we do not offer. We compete against all
forms of Fintech service providers, including credit and debit cards providers, automated clearing house
and bank transfers providers, other online payment services providers, mobile payments providers, and
offline payment methods, including cash and check.
We compete primarily on the basis of the following:
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ability to attract, retain, and engage Customers and their Users
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ability to show that Customers will achieve incremental sales by using our Hub
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security of transactions and the ability for Customers to integrate our Hub products and services
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fee structure
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ability to develop Services across multiple customer channels, including telecom and Fintech
service providers
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Customer service
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brand recognition
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website, mobile platform and application onboarding, ease-of-use, and accessibility
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system reliability and data security
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ease and quality of integration into third-party mobile applications and operating systems
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quality of developer tools such as our Hub programming interfaces
Mobetize seeks to differentiate itself from other industry participants. The vision of the Mobetize is to
develop an open marketplace of Fintech services and partnerships based on our Hub. Our open Fintech
architecture for telecoms and financial institutions uniquely positions us to potentially disrupt the current
money services infrastructure.
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
Mobetize has developed a unique business and partnership model to simplify and orchestrate mobile
financial services. There are two key business relationships which give us a competitive advantage:
· Telecoms and Financial Institutions – These are revenue share business partnerships that are our channels to acquire Customers and maximize transactional volumes. These partnerships can white label the Hub or integrate via the API consumption model to market the various MFS products to Users.
· Financial Partners – These are our strategic financial services partners who traditionally have bricks and mortar style financial services and products. We can digitize their regulatory compliance and service fulfillment.
Process
Mobetize co-develops innovation in a step-by-step manner, focused on the strategic goals of its
Customers.
The collaborative approach includes:
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· gathering information from Customers and identifying pain points
· consulting with a Customer to devise and execute an innovation plan taking into account weaknesses and strengths.
· assisting with the education and training of Customer management and employees to insure they are well informed of the benefits the innovation and how it can accrue to them to insure an effective roll out.
· defining the correct engagement model, whether investor, acquirer, partner or accelerator
· regularly reviewing and creating data models to access user reactions and expectations to further the innovation plan.
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Advantages
1.
Customer Acquisition : Mobetize is scalable and cost effective to a significant number of
Customers.
2.
Lower Customer Costs : Mobetize provides the economic advantages of digital distribution over
physical distribution.
3.
Advanced Analytics : Mobetize generates data for advanced analytics which provides Customers
with significant advantages, including the ability to redesign products and to focus on the development of
contextual offers based on a better understanding of User needs.
4.
Leveraging Existing Infrastructure : Mobetize engages with the existing ecosystem of telecom
and financial service providers by leveraging of the technology that currently exists.
PATENTS, TRADEMARKS, LICENSES, FRANCHISES, CONCESSIONS, ROYALTY
AGREEMENTS, AND LABOR CONTRACTS
Mobetize has no patents, registered trademarks, licenses, franchises, concessions, royalty agreements or
labor contracts other than as detailed in this report. However, we do assert common law trademark rights
for the following names in the field of mobile commerce:
· smartWallet
· smartRemit
· smartCharge
· smartCard
· smartLoan
Common law trademark rights are enforceable in provincial courts in Canada, and may be asserted
against those who appropriate, dilute, or damage the goodwill of our business by using the same or
similar trade names or trademarks. Unlike statutory trademark rights, which are acquired by registration
and provide nation-wide protection, common law trademark rights are acquired automatically and provide
protection only in the jurisdiction where a business uses a name or logo in commerce. We intend to rely
on common law trademark protection until such time as we deem it economical for our business to
register our trade names or trademarks.
We have not registered for the protection of any rights under trademark, patent, or copyright in any
jurisdiction.
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GOVERNMENT REGULATION
Government regulation impacts key aspects of our business. We are subject to regulations that affect the
payments industry in the markets we operate.
Payments Regulation . Various laws and regulations govern the payments industry in the United States
and globally. In the United States, our partners hold licenses to operate as a money transmitter (or its
equivalent), which, among other things, relieve us from reporting requirements, bonding requirements,
limitations on the investment of customer funds and inspection by state regulatory agencies.
Outside the United States, the laws and regulations applicable to the payments industry in any given
jurisdiction are subject to interpretation and change.
Banking Agency Supervision . Based on our relationships with financial institutions in the United States,
we are subject to indirect regulation and examination by these financial institutions' regulators.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau . The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ("CFPB") has
significant authority to regulate consumer financial products in the United States, including consumer
credit, deposit, payment, and similar products. The CFPB and other similar regulatory agencies in other
jurisdictions may have broad consumer protection mandates that could result in the promulgation and
interpretation of rules and regulations that may affect our business.
Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing . Mobetize is not subject to anti-money
laundering ("AML") laws and regulations in the United States and other jurisdictions outside of the
United States, as well as laws designed to prevent the use of the financial systems to facilitate terrorist
activities. Regardless of the nature of our business, we do intend to implement a comprehensive AML
program designed to prevent our Hub from being used to facilitate money laundering, terrorist financing,
and other illicit activities.
The mobile commerce industry is also subject to requirements, codes and standards imposed by various
insurance, approval, listing, and standards organizations. Depending upon the type of commerce product
and requirements of the applicable local governmental jurisdiction, adherence to requirements, codes and
standards of such organizations is mandatory in some instances and voluntary in others.
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
We spent $485,544 and $660,959 on research and development activities during the years ended March
31, 2017 and 2016 respectively. This work has focused on building and enhancing the Hub.
EMPLOYEES
Mobetize had five employees at March 31, 2017. Management uses consultants, attorneys, and
accountants to assist in the conduct of our business as deemed necessary.
ITEM 1A.
Risk Factors
Not required of smaller reporting companies.
ITEM 1B.
Unresolved Staff Comments
Not required of smaller reporting companies.
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ITEM 2.
Properties
Our principal executive office is located at 8150 Birch Bay Square Street, Suite 205, Blaine, Washington
98230. Our telephone number is (778) 588-5563. We pay rent of approximately $30 per month for the use
of this space.
Our principal operating office is located at 1150-510 Burrard Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C
3A8. Our telephone number is (778) 588-5563. We pay rent of $4,900 per month for the use of this space.
We believe that we have sufficient office space for the foreseeable future.
ITEM 3.
Legal Proceedings
Stephen Fowler
Mobetize received a Citation and Notice of Assessment dated October 14, 2016 ("Citation"), that Stephen
J. Fowler ("Fowler"), a former director and chief financial officer, had initiated a complaint with the State
of Washington Department of Labor and Industries for amounts allegedly due to him for unpaid wages.
The Citation declared that Fowler is owed $45,000 in wages in addition to an assessed interest of
$3,368.74, and a penalty of $4,500. On November 8, 2016, Mobetize entered an appeal alleging that the
calculation of amounts due to Fowler was incorrect and that Fowler had improperly obtained shares of its
common stock which it intends to recover. Mobetize received a response from the Department of Labor
and Industries dated November 18, 2016, in which it was advised that Fowler's claim had been
transferred to the Office of the Attorney General and that a hearing on the matter would be held by the
Office of Administrative Hearings. A hearing date has not been set.
Mobetize received a Notice of Civil Claim dated April 26, 2017, filed in British Columbia Supreme Court
by a former director and chief financial officer, Fowler, naming Mobetize and its three present directors
as defendants. Fowler asserts claims against Mobetize for unpaid expenses, and breach of contract. He
also asserts that his shareholdings in Mobetize have been diluted due to certain actions of its current
director, making claims including breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, misrepresentation and
conspiracy. Mobetize and its directors believe that Fowler's claims are without merit and are intent on
vigorously defending against this action. Further, Mobetize has advanced counterclaims against Fowler,
including a claim that that while Fowler was an officer and director of Mobetize, that he caused it to issue
shares to himself to which he was not entitled. Mobetize's counterclaims also assert claims against
Fowler of fraudulent or negligent misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duty, negligence and unjust
enrichment. On June 23, 2017, Mobetize filed its response to Fowler's claims and its own counterclaims
against Fowler. No further steps in this action have been taken, and no trial date has been set.
Mobetize received a Complaint dated May 12, 2017, filed in the Second Judicial District Court of the
State of Nevada, by Fowler naming Mobetize and its three present directors as defendants. The Nevada
action concerns substantially the same facts and seeks substantially the same relief as Fowler's British
Columbia action. Mobetize takes the position that the filing of duplicative actions in the two
jurisdictions constitutes an abuse of process, that British Columbia is the appropriate jurisdiction in which
the plaintiff's claims ought to be heard, and that the Nevada action ought to be dismissed or stayed for
these reasons. On June 23, 2017, Mobetize filed a Motion to Dismiss or in the alternative, an Application
for Preliminary Injunction to either dismiss or stay the Complaint. No steps in this action, have taken
place and no trial date has been set.
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Cary Fields
Mobetize received a Complaint dated May 3, 2017, filed in the Eighth Judicial District Court of the State
of Nevada by Cary Fields ("Fields") naming Mobetize and its three present directors as defendants, to
obtain a preliminary injunction to enjoin a consolidation of Mobetize's common stock, and seek damages
for breach of fiduciary duty, conversion and unjust enrichment. Mobetize and its directors believe that
Fields' claims are without merit and are intent on vigorously defending against this action. On May 18,
2017, after due consideration, the court denied Fields application and determined not to grant a temporary
injunction. The court did not rule on the question of alleged damages to Fields. A formal order from the
court as to the denial of a preliminary injunction remains pending as does any resolution of the other
allegations in the Complaint.
ITEM 4.
Mine Safety Disclosures
Not applicable.
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PART II – FINANCIAL AND MARKET INFORMATION
ITEM 5.
Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer
Purchases of Equity Securities
Mobetize common stock is quoted on the OTCQB, a service maintained by OTC Link under the symbol
"MPAY." Trading in the common stock over-the-counter market has been limited and sporadic and the
quotations set forth below are not necessarily indicative of actual market conditions. These prices reflect
inter-dealer prices without retail mark-up, mark-down, or commission, and may not necessarily reflect
actual transactions. The high and low bid prices for the common stock for each quarter of the years ended
March 31, 2017 and 2016 are as follows:
Year
Quarter Ended
High
Low
2017
March 31
$0.09
$0.07
December 31
$0.08
$0.08
September 30
$0.10
$0.10
June 30
$0.12
$0.12
2016
March 31
$0.29
$0.29
December 31
$0.30
$0.30
September 30
$0.65
$0.64
June 30
$0.73
$0.70
The following is a summary of the material terms of our capital stock outstanding securities. This
summary is subject to and qualified by our articles of incorporation and bylaws.
Common Stock
As of March 31, 2017, there were 57 shareholders of record holding 23,450,233 shares of fully paid and
non-assessable common stock of the 525,000,000 shares of common stock, par value $0.001, authorized.
The Board of Directors believes that the number of beneficial owners is greater than the number of record
holders because a portion of our outstanding common stock is held in broker "street names" for the
benefit of individual investors. The holders of the common stock are entitled to one vote for each share
held of record on all matters submitted to a vote of stockholders. Holders of the common stock have no
preemptive rights and no right to convert their common stock into any other securities. There are no
redemption or sinking fund provisions applicable to the common stock.
Preferred Stock – Series A
As of March 31, 2017, there was one shareholder of record holding 4,565,000 shares of fully paid and
non-assessable shares of Series A preferred stock of the 10,000,000 shares of Series A preferred stock,
par value $0.001, authorized.
Preferred Stock – Series B
As of March 31, 2017, there were 47 shareholders of record holding 13,688,408 shares of fully paid and
non-assessable shares of Series B preferred stock of the 25,000,000 shares of Series B preferred stock par
value $0.001, authorized .
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Convertible Debentures
As of March 31, 2017, we had convertible debt securities convertible into shares of our Series B Preferred
stock for an aggregate principal amount of $240,000. The convertible debentures have 12 month terms at
12% and 6% annual interest rates that paid the holders 12 months of prepaid interest on issuance, with the
conversion feature exercisable at the option of the holder. The conversion feature enables the holder to
convert any portion of their outstanding convertible debenture into Series B Preferred stock 180 days
from the issue date, but no later than the maturity date as follows:
Convertible Debentures
Issue Date
Exercise Price
Expiration Date
$75,000
01/30/2017
$0.50
01/30/2018
$50,000
01/27/2017
$0.50
01/27/2018
$50,000
01/27/2017
$0.50
01/27/2018
$25,000
01/27/2017
$0.50
01/27/2018
$20,000
11/21/2016
$0.25
11/21/2017
$20,000
11/21/2016
$0.25
11/21/2017
Stock Options
As of March 31, 2017, we had 2,020,000 stock options outstanding, of which 1,563,000 are exercisable
each stock option with five year terms, to directors, employees, advisors, and consultants, pursuant to the
2015 Stock Option Plan, entitle the optionee to purchase shares of our common stock at an exercise price
of $0.60 that either vest on grant or over time based on tenure with Mobetize.
We do not have in effect any other compensation plans under which our equity securities are authorized
for issuance.
Promissory Note
As of March 31, 2017, we had two promissory notes outstanding in the aggregate amount of $43,798.
Warrants
As of March 31, 2017, we had 2,636,406 share purchase warrants convertible into shares of our common
stock as follows.
Share Purchase Warrants
Issue Date
Exercise Price
Expiration Date
694,414
6/25/2014
$1.00
06/24/2018
305,000
12/11/2014
$1.25
12/10/2018
81,670
03/17/2015
$1.25
12/10/2018
94,750
07/15/2015
$1.00
09/01/2018
1,460,572
08/31/2015
$1.00
09/01/2018
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Dividends
We have not declared any cash dividends since inception and do not anticipate paying any dividends in
the near future. The payment of dividends on our common stock is within the discretion of the Board of
Directors subject to earnings, capital requirements, financial condition, and other relevant factors
including those contractual restrictions related to certain debt obligations and those limitations generally
imposed by applicable state law.
Transfer Agent and Registrar
Our transfer agent is VStock Transfer, LLC located at 18 Lafayette Place, Woodmere, New York, 11598
having a telephone number at (212) 818-8436 and a facsimile number at (646) 536-3179
Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities
On January 27, 2017, our Board of Directors authorized the issuance of four convertible debentures
convertible into shares of our Series B Preferred stock for an aggregate amount of $200,000 gross less
$24,000 in prepaid interest for 12 month terms convertible into shares of Series B Preferred stock at a
price of $0.50 per share 180 days from the issue date but no later than the maturity date. The offering was
conducted pursuant to the exemptions from registration provided by Section 4(2) and Regulation D of the
Securities Act of 1933, as amended ("Securities Act") to the following persons:
Name
Issue Date
Consideration
Exemption
William Duberstein
01/27/2017
$50,000
Section 4(2)/Reg D
David Duberstein
01/27/2017
$50,000
Section 4(2)/Reg D
Donald Duberstein
01/30/2017
$75,000
Section 4(2)/Reg D
Alan Rothschild
01/27/2017
$25,000
Section 4(2)/Reg D
On November 21, 2016, our Board of Directors authorized the issuance of two convertible debentures
convertible into shares of our Series B Preferred stock for an aggregate amount of $40,000 gross less
$37,600 in prepaid interest for 12 month terms convertible into shares of Series B Preferred stock at a
price of $0.25 per share 180 days from the issue date but no later than the maturity date. The offering was
conducted pursuant to the exemptions from registration provided by Section 4(2) and Regulation D of the
Securities Act of 1933, as amended ("Securities Act") to the following persons:
Name
Issue Date
Consideration
Exemption
Donald Duberstein
11/21/2016
$20,000
Section 4(2)/Reg D
Alan Rothschild
11/21/2016
$20,000
Section 4(2)/Reg D
Purchases of Equity Securities by the Issuer and Affiliated Purchasers
None.
ITEM 6.
Selected Financial Data
Not required of smaller reporting companies.
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ITEM 7.
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations
This Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and other
parts of this current report contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties.
Forward-looking statements can also be identified by words such as "anticipates," "expects," "believes,"
"plans," "predicts," and similar terms. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future
performance and our actual results may differ significantly from the results discussed in the forward-
looking statements. Factors that might cause such differences include but are not limited to those
discussed in the subsection entitled Forward-Looking Statements and Factors That May Affect Future
Results and Financial Condition below. The following discussion should be read in conjunction with our
financial statements and notes thereto included in this current report. Our fiscal year end is March 31.
DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
Mobetize's business model for the coming year is to complete the qualification of products under
development, and to increase sales of our existing products. Meanwhile, we will continue internal
research and development efforts and collaborate with development partners to ensure the continuity of
our product pipeline as we maintain our focus on the convergence of telecom and financial services .
Our business development strategy is prone to significant risks and uncertainties certain of which can
have an immediate impact on its efforts to realize positive net cash flow and deter future prospects of
growth. Historically Mobetize has not been able to generate sufficient cash flow from operations to
sustain operations and fund necessary operating expenses. Therefore, there can be no assurance that
anticipated revenue will provide sufficient cash flows to sustain operations.
Mobetize's financial condition, results of operations and the carrying value of its technology depends on
its ability to develop, market and sell innovative products and Services to Fintech Customers. Smaller
technology companies in the Fintech segment of the market face a stiff competitive barrier to market
entry erected by larger competitors that are generally better funded and accepted for product innovation.
Despite recent successes in realizing revenue, Mobetize needs to continue to innovate and attract new
customers in order to grow its Fintech market presence. Whether Mobetize will be successful in
commercializing its products and Services in the manner embedded in our business model can in no way
be assured.
Despite our expectation, we have no agreements to obtain funds through bank loans, lines of credit or any
other sources. Since we have no financing committed, our inability to realize financing to maintain
operations and grow our business would materially restrict our business operations. Financing may not be
available upon acceptable terms, or at all. Should we be successful in securing future financing new
issuances of equity or convertible debt would dilute our current shareholders and might have rights,
preferences or privileges senior to our common or preferred stock. If financing is not available to us,
such severe limitation might cause us to consider a consolidation of existing common equity or a
going private transaction as a means to attract financing and maintain our business.
Our auditors have issued a going concern opinion on the financial statements for the year ended March
31, 2017. The continuation of Mobetize as a going concern is dependent upon continued financial support
from its management, and its ability to obtain necessary debt or equity financing, increase revenue, and
generate profitable operations
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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
During the twelve months ended March 31, 2017, Mobetize (i) continued to develop its Fintech
technology products and Services; (ii) entered into development and commercialization agreements with
corporate partners; (iii) acquired certain technology; (iv) secured debt and equity financing; and (ii)
satisfied continuous public disclosure requirements.
Operating Revenues, Operating Expenses and Net Loss
Our operating revenues, expenses and the resultant net losses are described below:
US $
Year Ended
March 31,
2017
2016
Operating Revenues
$
467,417
$
125,934
Operating Expenses
(1,463,291)
(2,195,479)
Net Loss
(1,153,254)
(2,069,545)
Comprehensive Loss
(1,154,285)
(2,069,545)
Revenue
Mobetize realized $467,417 in revenue over the twelve months ended March 31, 2017, as compared to
revenue of $125,934 over the twelve months ended March 31, 2016, an increase of 271%. The increase in
revenues in the current period can be primarily attributed to growth in licensing, consulting and
development services provided by Mobetize to existing Customers. We expect revenue to continue to
increase over the next twelve months as we expect to add payment processing revenue from the
deployment of our Hub.
Operating Expenses
Our operating expenses for the twelve month periods ended March 31, 2017 and 2016 are described below:
US $
Year Ended
March 31,
2017
2016
Depreciation
$
3,958 $
3,107
General and administrative
286,013
491,010
General and administrative – related party
100,096
18,986
Investor relations and promotion
62,584
31,881
Investor relations and promotion- related party
20,000
-
Consulting fees
66,192
349,283
Management fees – related party
287,073
568,009
Professional fees
151,831
72,244
Research and development
373,074
586,732
Research and development – related party
112,470
74,227
Total Operating Expenses
1,463,291
2,195,479
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Mobetize realized $1,463,291 in operating expenses over the twelve months ended March 31, 2017, as
compared to operating expenses of $2,195,479 for the twelve months ended March 31, 2016, a decrease
of 33%. This decrease in operating expenses in the current period can be primarily attributed to the
decrease in general and administrative fees, consulting fees, management fees, and research and
development, offset by an increase in investor relations and promotion, and professional fees expenses
due to ongoing professional fees associated with legal challenges. We expect that operating expenses will
continue to increase as our growth model will require increases in general and administrative expenses,
research and development and marketing over the next twelve months.
Net Loss
Mobetize recorded a net loss of $1,153,254 over the twelve months ended March 31, 2017, as compared
to a net loss of $2,069,545 for the twelve months ended March 31, 2016, a decrease of 44%. The decrease
in net loss in the current period can be primarily attributed to the decrease in operating expenses and
increase in revenue. We expect that net losses will continue to decrease over the next twelve months as
revenue is first realized from payment processing, even though we anticipate increases in operating
expenses.
Income Tax Expense
As of March 31, 2017, Mobetize has net operating loss (NOL) carry forwards of approximately
$1,838,000. Should substantial changes in our ownership occur there would be an annual limitation of the
amount of NOL carry forward which could be utilized. The ultimate realization of these carry forwards is
due, in part, on the tax law in effect at the time and future events, which cannot be determined.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Since inception Mobetize has experienced changes in liquidity, capital resources, and stockholders'
equity.
US $
March 31, 2017
March 31, 2016
Current Assets
709,000
318,827
Current Liabilities
713,550
541,185
Working Capital
(4,550)
(222,358)
Mobetize had negative working capital of $4,550 as of March 31, 2017 and has funded its cash needs
since inception with revenues generated from operations, debt instruments and private equity placements.
Existing working capital and anticipated cash flow are not expected to be sufficient to fund operations
over the next twelve months.
Total current assets as of March 31, 2017, were $709,000 which consisted of cash, accounts receivable,
prepaid expenses and prepaid expenses to a related party. Total assets were $828,273 which consisted of
current assets, intangible asset and equipment. Total and current liabilities were $713,550 which consisted
of accounts payable, accounts payable to a related party, deposits due to Customers, a related party
promissory note, and convertible debentures.
Total stockholders' equity as of March 31, 2017, was $114,723.
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Cash Flows
Our cash flows are described below:
US $
Year Ended
March 31,
2017
2016
Cash flows used in Operating Activities
(482,911)
(1,254,120)
Cash flows used in Investing Activities
-
(1,659)
Cash flows provided by Financing Activities
809,188
1,159,802
Cash Used in Operating Activities
Net cash used in operating activities for the twelve months ended March 31, 2017, was $482,911 as
compared to net cash used in operating activities of $1,254,120 for the twelve month ended March 31,
2016. The change in net cash used in operating activities in the current period can be attributed to losses
on settlement of accounts payable to a related party and a number of items that are book expense items
which do not affect the total amount relative to actual cash used including stock based compensation,
shares issued for services, amortization of an intangible asset and depreciation expense. Balance sheet
accounts that actually affect cash, but are not income statement related items, that are added or deducted
to arrive at net cash used in operating activities, include accounts receivable, prepaid expenses and
accounts payable. Mobetize expects to continue to use net cash in operating activities in future periods
until such time net losses transition to net income.
Cash Used in Investing Activities
Net cash used in investing activities for the twelve months ended March 31, 2017, was $nil as compared
to net cash used in investing activities for the twelve months ended March 31, 2016, of $1,659. Mobetize
expects to use net cash flow in investing activities in future periods as it grows its business model.
Cash Provided by Financing Activities
Net cash provided by financing activities for the twelve months ended March 31, 2017, was $809,188 as
compared to net cash provided by financing activities for the twelve months ended March 31, 2016, of
$1,159,802. The change in net cash provided by financing activities in the current period can be attributed
to proceeds from the sale of Series B preferred stock, a promissory note from a related party and the
issuance of convertible debentures. Mobetize expects to continue to rely on cash provided by financing
activities as its business will require additional funding to meet forecast capital requirements to develop
its product line and expand its commercial reach.
We expect that working capital requirements will continue to be funded through a combination of existing
funds and further issuances of securities as either debt or equity are expected to increase in line with the
growth of our business.
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Existing working capital, advances from directors, credit extended by directors and debt or equity
placement combined, with anticipated revenue are expected to be adequate to fund operations over the
next twelve months though we have no commitments for such working capital. Historically, we have
financed operations through private placements of equity and advances or loans from directors. Increases
in operating expenses and capital expenditures are expected going forward related to: (i) developmental
expenses; and (ii) marketing expenses. We intend to finance these expenses with further issuances of debt
or equity securities while remaining cognizant that additional capital to meet long-term operating
requirements. We currently have no agreements, arrangements or understandings with any person to
obtain funds through bank loans, lines of credit or any other sources. Since we have secured no such
arrangements the prospect exists that we will be unsuccessful in raising additional capital which failure
would have a severe negative impact on our ability to continue operations. Further, issuances of equity or
convertible debt will result in dilution to our current shareholders and could have rights, preferences or
privileges senior to our common stock. If sufficient capital is not available to us, we will not be able to
take realize our business model, which failure would materially limit or cause our business to fail.
We have no lines of credit or other bank financing arrangements.
We do not intend to pay cash dividends in the foreseeable future.
Our commitments for future capital expenditures were not material at year end.
We have no defined benefit plan or contractual commitment with any of its officers or directors, except
those entered into in the ordinary course in respect to employment or services agreements.
We have no current plans for the purchase or sale of any plant or equipment.
We have no current plans to make any changes in the number of employees.
Off Balance Sheet Arrangements
As of March 31, 2017, Mobetize has no significant off-balance sheet arrangements that have or are
reasonably likely to have a current or future effect on our financial condition, changes in financial condition,
revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditures, or capital resources that is
material to stockholders.
GOING CONCERN
The independent auditors' report accompanying our March 31, 2017, financial statements contains an
explanatory paragraph expressing substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern.
These financial statements included in this annual report for March 31, 2017, have been prepared on a
going concern basis, which implies that Mobetize will continue to realize its assets and discharge its
liabilities in the normal course of business. As of March 31, 2017, Mobetize had an accumulated deficit of
$7,478,315. The continuation of Mobetize as a going concern is dependent upon the continued financial
support from its management, its ability to develop commercially viable products, its ability to offer
innovative Services, obtain the necessary debt or equity financing to realize its business model, and
ultimately generate profitable operations. Whether Mobetize can accomplish these objectives raises
substantial doubt regarding Mobetize's ability to continue as a going concern. These financial statements
do not include any adjustments to the recoverability and classification of recorded asset amounts and
classification of liabilities that might be necessary should Mobetize be unable to continue as a going
concern.
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CRITITCAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Our significant accounting policies are summarized in Note 2 to our financial statements. While the
selection and application of any accounting policy may involve some level of subjective judgments and
estimates, we believe the following accounting policies are the most critical to our financial statements,
potentially involve the most subjective judgments in their selection and application, and are the most
susceptible to uncertainties and changing conditions.
Revenue Recognition
Mobetize recognizes revenue from payment processing, licensing, and provision of consulting services.
Revenue will be recognized only when the price is fixed and determinable, persuasive evidence of an
arrangement exists, the service has been provided, and collectability is reasonably assured.
Stock-Based Compensation
Mobetize records stock-based compensation in accordance with ASC 718, Compensation – Stock
Compensation, which requires the measurement and recognition of compensation expense based on
estimated fair values for all share-based awards made to employees and directors, including stock options.
ASC 718 requires companies to estimate the fair value of share-based awards on the date of grant using
an option-pricing model. Mobetize uses the Black-Scholes option-pricing model as its method of
determining fair value. This model is affected by Mobetize's stock price as well as assumptions regarding
a number of subjective variables. These subjective variables include, but are not limited to Mobetize's
expected stock price volatility over the term of the awards, and actual and projected employee stock
option exercise behaviors. The value of the portion of the award that is ultimately expected to vest is
recognized as an expense in the statement of consolidated comprehensive loss over the requisite service
period. Options granted to consultants are valued at the fair value of the equity instruments issued, or the
fair value of the services received, whichever is more reliably measureable.
Embedded Conversion Features
Mobetize evaluates embedded conversion features within convertible debt under ASC 815 Derivatives and
Hedging to determine whether the embedded conversion feature(s) should be bifurcated from the host
instrument and accounted for as a derivative at fair value with changes in fair value recorded in earnings.
If the conversion feature does not require derivative treatment under ASC 815, the instrument is evaluated
under ASC 470-20, Debt with Conversion and Other Options for consideration of any beneficial conversion
feature.
Derivative Financial Instruments
Mobetize does not use derivative instruments to hedge exposures to cash flow, market, or foreign currency
risks. Mobetize evaluates all of it financial instruments, including stock purchase warrants, to determine if
such instruments are derivatives or contain features that qualify as embedded derivatives.
For derivative financial instruments that are accounted for as liabilities, the derivative instrument is initially
recorded at its fair value and is then re-valued at each reporting date, with changes in the fair value reported
as charges or credits to income. For option-based simple derivative financial instruments, Mobetize uses
the Black-Scholes option-pricing model to value the derivative instruments at inception and subsequent
valuation dates. The classification of derivative instruments, including whether such instruments should be
recorded as liabilities or as equity, is re-assessed at the end of each reporting period.
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Beneficial Conversion Feature
For conventional convertible debt where the rate of conversion is below market value, Mobetize records a
Beneficial Conversion Feature and related debt discount.
ITEM 7A.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
Not required of smaller reporting companies.
ITEM 8.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
Our audited financial statements and notes thereto for the years ended March 31, 2017 and 2016 are
attached hereto as F-1 through F-28 .
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MOBETIZE CORP.
Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017
Index
Table of Contents .................................................................................................................................F-1
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm........................................................................F-2
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm........................................................................F-3
Consolidated Statements of Loss and Comprehensive Loss.......................................................................F-4
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity (Deficiency) .................................................................F-5
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.................................................................................................F-6
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements ......................................................................................F-7
F-1
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Shareholders and Directors of
Mobetize Corp.
We have audited the accompanying consolidated financial statements of Mobetize Corp. (the "Company"),
which comprise the consolidated balance sheet as of March 31, 2017, and the related consolidated
statements of loss and comprehensive loss, changes in stockholders' equity (deficiency), and cash flows for
the year ended March 31, 2017. These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial
statements based on our audit.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable
assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit
includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall consolidated financial statement
presentation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects,
the financial position of Mobetize Corp. as of March 31, 2017, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year ended March 31, 2017 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in
the United States of America.
The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming that Mobetize Corp.
will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements, Mobetize
Corp. has suffered recurring losses from operations and has a net capital deficiency. These matters, along with the other matters set forth in Note 1, indicate the existence of material uncertainties that raises
substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern. Management's plans in regard to these
matters are also described in Note 1. The consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments
that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.
"DAVIDSON & COMPANY LLP"
Vancouver, Canada
Chartered Professional Accountants
June 29, 2017
F-2
Report of Independent Registered
Public Accounting Firm
Grant Thornton LLP
T (604) 687-2711
Suite 1600, Grant Thornton Place
F (604) 685-6569
333 Seymour Street
www.GrantThornton.ca
Vancouver, BC
V6B 0A4
To the Board of Directors and Stockholders of
Mobetize Corp.
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Mobetize Corp. (a Nevada corporation)
and subsidiaries (collectively, the "Company") as of March 31, 2016 and March 31, 2015, and the related
consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss, changes in stockholders' equity, and cash
flows for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2016. These financial statements are the
responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial
statements based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable
assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. We were not engaged
to perform an audit of the Company's internal control over financial reporting. Our audits included
consideration of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are
appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of
the Company's internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit
also includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial
statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as
well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a
reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects,
the financial position of Mobetize Corp. and subsidiaries as of March 31, 2016 and March 31, 2015, and
the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended March 31,
2016, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will
continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company
has a history of operating losses. These conditions, along with other matters as set forth in Note 1, raise
substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern. Management's plans in
regard to these matters are also described in Note 1. The consolidated financial statements do not include
any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.
Vancouver, Canada
/s/ Grant Thornton LLP
July 11, 2016
Chartered Professional Accountants
F-3
MOBETIZE CORP.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(Expressed in US dollars)
As at
MARCH 31,
MARCH 31,
2017
2016
ASSETS
Current Assets:
Cash
$ 535,438
$
210,341
Accounts receivable (Note 2(d))
113,140
43,729
Prepaid expenses and deposits
44,783
53,677
Prepaid expenses and deposits – related party (Note 6)
15,639
11,080
Total Current Assets
709,000
318,827
Intangible asset (Note 3)
111,644
-
Equipment, net (Note 4)
7,629
11,828
TOTAL ASSETS
$ 828,273
$
330,655
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIENCY)
LIABILITIES
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
$ 108,381
$
138,956
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities - related party (Note 6)
320,391
75,749
Deposits due to customers
980
1,480
Promissory note – related party (Note 6(g))
43,798
50,000
Convertible debentures (Note 5 and 6(j))
240,000
275,000
Total Current Liabilities
713,550
541,185
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities – related party (Note 6)
-
47,476
TOTAL LIABILITIES
$ 713,550
$
588,661
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIENCY)
Common stock, $0.001 Par Value: 525,000,000 authorized and
23,450,233 (2016 - 28,750,881) common shares issued and outstanding,
respectively (Note 7(a))
$
23,450
$
28,751
Preferred stock – Series A, $0.001 Par Value: 10,000,000 authorized and
4,565,000 shares issues and outstanding (Note 7(b))
4,565
4,565
Preferred stock – Series B, $0.001 Par Value: 25,000,000 authorized and
13,688,408 (2016 – nil) shares issues and outstanding (Note 7(c))
13,688
-
Warrants reserve
676,964
676,964
Options reserve
952,828
757,524
Additional paid-in capital
5,931,810
4,608,487
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
(10,267)
(9,236)
Accumulated deficit
(7,478,315)
(6,325,061)
Total Stockholders' Equity (Deficiency)
114,723
(258,006)
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
(DEFICIENCY)
$ 828,273
$
330,655
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements
F-4
MOBETIZE CORP.
Consolidated Statements of Loss and Comprehensive Loss
(Expressed in US dollars)
US $
YEAR ENDED
MARCH 31,
2017
2016
OPERATING REVENUES
Revenues
$
467,417 $
125,934
OPERATING EXPENSES
Depreciation
3,958
3,107
General and administrative
286,013
491,010
General and administrative – related party (Note 6)
100,096
18,986
Investor relations and promotion
62,584
31,881
Investor relations and promotion – related party (Note 6)
20,000
-
Consulting fees
66,192
349,283
Management fees – related party (Note 6)
287,073
568,009
Professional fees
151,831
72,244
Research and development
373,074
586,732
Research and development - related party (Note 6)
112,470
74,227
Total Operating Expenses
1,463,291
2,195,479
(995,874) $ (2,069,545)
OTHER ITEMS
Loss on settlement of accounts payable (Note 7(c))
(157,380)
-
NET LOSS
$
(1,153,254) $ (2,069,545)
NET LOSS PER SHARE
Basic and diluted
$
(0.05) $
(0.07)
WEIGHTED AVERAGE NUMBER OF COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING
Basic and diluted
24,345,413
31,810,036
COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
Net loss
$
(1,153,254) $ (2,069,545)
Other comprehensive loss:
Cumulative translation adjustment
(1,031)
(6,910)
Comprehensive loss
$
(1,154,285) $ (2,076,455)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
F-5
MOBETIZE CORP.
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity (Deficiency)
For the Years Ended March 31, 2016, and 2017
(Expressed in US dollars)
Common
Preferred Stock
Preferred Stock
Accumulated
Stocks
Class A
Class B
Additional
Share
Warrants and
Other
Total
Paid-In
Subscriptions
Options
Accumulated
Comprehensive
Shareholder's
Number
Value
Number
Value
Number
Value
Capital
Payable
Reserves
Deficit
Loss
Equity
Balance - March 31, 2015
30,185,505 $
30,186
- $
-
- $
- $ 4,030,880 $
14,303 $
423,408 $
(4,255,516) $
(2,326) $
240,935
Conversion of common to preferred
shares
(4,565,000)
(4,565)
4,565,000
4,565
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Units issued for cash
2,886,149
2,886
-
-
-
-
480,994
-
278,026
-
-
761,906
Share issue costs
-
-
-
-
-
-
(12,122)
-
-
-
-
(12,122)
Valuation of financing warrants on sale
of units
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
3,372
-
-
3,372
Exercise of warrants
189,500
189
-
-
-
-
94,561
-
-
-
-
94,750
Warrants issued on exercise of expiring
warrants
-
-
-
-
-
-
(18,255)
-
18,255
-
-
-
Shares issued for services
54,727
55
-
-
-
-
32,429
(14,303)
-
-
-
18,181
Stock-based compensation
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
711,427
-
-
711,427
Net loss for the year
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(2,069,545)
-
(2,069,545)
Comprehensive loss for the year
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(6,910)
(6,910)
Balance – March 31, 2016
28,750,881 $
28,751
4,565,000 $
4,565
- $
- $ 4,608,487 $
- $
1,434,488 $
(6,325,061) $
(9,236) $
(258,006)
Conversion of common to preferred
shares
(5,420,648)
(5,421)
-
-
5,420,648
5,421
-
-
-
-
-
-
Shares issued for cash
-
-
-
-
500,000
500
499,500
-
-
-
-
500,000
Shares issued for intangible asset
-
-
-
-
500,000
500
124,500
-
-
-
-
125,000
Shares issued for services
120,000
120
-
-
50,000
50
44,530
-
-
-
-
44,700
Shares issued to settle accounts payable
-
-
-
-
1,967,760
1,967
313,543
-
-
-
-
315,510
Shares issued to settle promissory note
-
-
-
-
4,650,000
4,650
41,850
-
-
-
-
46,500
Shares issued upon conversion of
convertible debt
-
-
-
-
600,000
600
299,400
-
-
-
-
300,000
Stock-based compensation
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
195,304
-
-
195,304
Net loss for the year
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(1,153,254,)
-
(1,153,254)
Comprehensive loss for the year
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(1,031)
(1,031)
Balance – March 31, 2017
2 3,450,233 $
23,450
4,565,000 $
4,565
13,688,408 $
13,688 $ 5,931,810 $
- $
1,629,792 $
(7,478,315) $
(10,267) $
114,723
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
F-6
MOBETIZE CORP.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Expressed in US dollars)
YEAR ENDED
MARCH 31,
2017
2016
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net loss
$
(1,153,254)
$
(2,069,545)
Items not affecting cash :
Amortization of intangible asset
13,356
-
Depreciation expense
3,958
3,107
Interest accrued on accounts payable – related party
2,035
2,913
Loss on settlement of accounts payable
157,380
-
Settlement of shareholder loans adjusted to wages
-
(31,437)
Shares issued for services
44,700
18,181
Stock-based compensation
195,304
711,427
Changes in non-cash working capital:
Accounts receivable
(69,411)
(37,195)
Accounts receivable – related party
-
14,687
Prepaid expenses and deposits
8,894
26,908
Prepaid expenses and deposits – related party
(8,059)
759
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
103,555
133,136
Accounts payable - related party
219,131
(27,061)
Deposits due to customers
(500)
-
Net cash used in operating activities
(482,911)
(1,254,120)
CASH FLOWS USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Purchase of computer equipment
-
(1,659)
Net cash used in investing activities
-
(1,659)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITES
Proceeds from sale of common stock and warrant exercise, net of
financing costs
-
619,667
Proceeds from sale of common stock and warrant exercise, net of
financing costs - related party
-
228,240
Proceeds from sale of preferred stock
500,000
-
Proceeds from related party promissory note, net of prepaid interest
44,188
44,000
Proceeds from convertible debenture, net of prepaid interest
265,000
245,000
Proceeds from shareholder loans, net of repayments
-
22,895
Net cash provided by financing activities
809,188
1,159,802
EFFECT OF EXCHANGE RATE CHANGES ON CASH
(1,180)
(6,581)
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH
325,097
(102,558)
CASH - BEGINNING OF YEAR
210,341
312,899
CASH - END OF YEAR
$
535,438
$
210,341
NON-CASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Shares issued upon conversion of convertible debentures
$
300,000
$
-
Shares issued for intangible asset
$
125,000
$
-
Shares issued to settle accounts payable
$
351,510
$
-
Shares issued to settle promissory note – related party
$
46,500
$
-
Shares issued for services – subscriptions payable
-
14,303
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES:
Interest paid
$
37,703
$
-36,000
Income taxes paid
$
-
$
-
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
F-7
MOBETIZE CORP.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
1. Nature of Operations and Continuance of Business
Mobetize Corp. (the "Company") was incorporated in the state of Nevada on February 23, 2012, as
Slavia, Corp. The Company's name changed to "Mobetize Corp." on August 13, 2013. The Company
provides Fintech solutions and services to enable and support the convergence of global telecom and
financial services providers ("Customers") through its Global Mobile B2B Fintech and Financial
Services Marketplace ("Hub") in Canada and the USA. The Company's activities are subject to
significant risks and uncertainties, including the need to secure additional funding to optimize the
Company's existing technology before another company develops competitive products.
Going Concern
These consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which implies
that the Company will continue to realize assets and discharge liabilities in the normal course of
business. As of March 31, 2017, the Company has an accumulated deficit of $7,478,315, a history of
net losses and a working capital deficiency of $4,550. These factors raise substantial doubt regarding
the Company's ability to continue as a going concern. The continuation of the Company as a going
concern is dependent upon continuing financial support from management, increasing sales, securing
debt or equity financing, cutting operating costs, launching viable products, and realizing profitable
operations. These consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments to the recoverability
and classification of recorded asset amounts and classification of liabilities that might be necessary
should the Company be unable to continue as a going concern.
2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
a) Basis of Presentation
These consolidated financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with
accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("US GAAP") which include the
accounts of Mobetize Canada Inc., and Mobetize USA Inc., both of which are wholly-owned
subsidiaries of the Company. The consolidated financial statements are expressed in U.S. dollars.
All significant intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated. The Company's
fiscal year-end is March 31.
b) Use of Estimates
The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with US GAAP requires
management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and
liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial
statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period.
The Company regularly evaluates estimates and assumptions related to the collectability of
accounts receivable, revenue recognition, fair value of stock-based compensation, fair values of
embedded derivative liabilities of convertible debentures, fair values of shares issued for non-cash
consideration, and deferred income tax asset valuation allowances. The Company bases its
estimates and assumptions on current facts, historical experience and various other factors that it
believes to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making
judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities and the accrual of costs and expenses
that are not readily apparent from other sources. The actual results experienced by the Company
may differ materially and adversely from the Company's estimates. To the extent there are material
differences between the estimates and the actual results, future results of operations will be affected.
F-8
MOBETIZE CORP.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - continued
c) Cash
The Company considers all highly liquid instruments with maturity of three months or less at the
time of issuance to be cash equivalents. As of March 31, 2017, and 2016, the Company had no cash
equivalents.
d) Accounts Receivable and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
Trade and other accounts receivable are reported at face value less any provisions for uncollectible
accounts considered necessary. Accounts receivable primarily includes trade receivables from
customers. The Company provides an allowance for its accounts receivable for estimated losses
that may result from its customers' inability to pay. At March 31, 2017, the Company had accounts
receivable of $113,140 (2016 - $43,729) and has not recognized an allowance for doubtful
accounts.
e) Prepaid Expenses and Deposits
The Company pays for some services in advance and recognizes these expenses as prepaid at the
balance sheet date. If certain prepaid expenses extend beyond one-year, those are classified as non-
current assets.
f) Revenue Recognition
The Company recognizes revenue from payment processing, licensing and the provision of
professional services. Revenue will be recognized only when the price is fixed and determinable,
persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists, the service has been provided, and collectability is
reasonably assured.
g) Equipment
Equipment is accounted for at cost less accumulated depreciation and includes computer equipment
and office furniture. Depreciation is computed using the straight-line method over the estimated
useful lives of the assets, which are five years.
h) Intangible Asset
Intangible asset consists of a license with a definite life of two years and is stated at cost less
amortization. The asset is reviewed for impairment or obsolescence when events or changes in
circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. If impaired, intangible
assets are written down to fair value based on discounted cash flows or other valuation techniques.
F-9
MOBETIZE CORP.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - continued
i) Long-lived Assets
In accordance with ASC 360, Property, Plant and Equipment , the Company tests long-lived assets
or asset groups for recoverability when events or changes in circumstances indicate that their
carrying amount may not be recoverable. Circumstances which could trigger a review include, but
are not limited to: significant decreases in the market price of the asset; significant adverse changes
in the business climate or legal factors; accumulation of costs significantly in excess of the amount
originally expected for the acquisition or construction of the asset; current period cash flow or
operating losses combined with a history of losses or a forecast of continuing losses associated with
the use of the asset; and current expectation that the asset will more likely than not be sold or
disposed significantly before the end of its estimated useful life. Recoverability is assessed based
on the carrying amount of the asset and its fair value, which is generally determined based on the
sum of the undiscounted cash flows expected to result from the use and the eventual disposal of the
asset, as well as specific appraisal in certain instances. An impairment loss is recognized when the
carrying amount is not recoverable and exceeds fair value.
j) Research and Development Costs
The Company incurs research and development costs during the course of its operations and in the
provision of revenue generating professional services. The costs are expensed except in cases where
development costs meet certain identifiable criteria for capitalization. Capitalized development
costs are amortized over the life of the related commercial production.
k) Stock-Based Compensation
The Company records stock-based compensation in accordance with ASC 718, Compensation –
Stock Compensation, which requires the measurement and recognition of compensation expense
based on estimated fair values for all share-based awards made to employees and directors,
including stock options.
ASC 718 requires companies to estimate the fair value of share-based awards on the date of grant
using an option-pricing model. The Company uses the Black-Scholes option-pricing model as its
method of determining fair value. This model is affected by the Company's stock price as well as
assumptions regarding a number of subjective variables.
These subjective variables include, but are not limited to the Company's expected stock price
volatility over the term of the awards, and actual and projected employee stock option exercise
behaviors. The value of the portion of the award that is ultimately expected to vest is recognized as
an expense in income (loss) over the requisite service period.
Options granted to consultants are valued at the fair value of the equity instruments issued, or the
fair value of the services received, whichever is more reliably measureable.
F-10
MOBETIZE CORP.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - continued
l) Income Taxes
Deferred income taxes are determined using the liability method for the temporary differences
between the financial reporting basis and income tax basis of the Company's assets and liabilities.
Deferred income taxes are measured based on the tax rates expected to be in effect when the
temporary differences are included in the Company's tax return. Deferred tax assets and liabilities
are recognized based on anticipated future tax consequences attributable to differences between
financial statement carrying amounts of assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases.
The Company's policy is to recognize penalties and interest, if any, related to uncertain tax
positions as general and administrative expense.
m) Basic and Diluted Net Loss per Share
The Company computes net loss per share in accordance with ASC 260, Earnings per Share, which
requires presentation of basic and diluted loss per share ("LPS") on the face of the income
statement. Basic LPS is computed by dividing net loss available to common shareholders and
preferred shareholders (numerator) by the weighted average number of shares outstanding
(denominator) during the period. Diluted LPS gives effect to all potentially dilutive common shares
outstanding during the period using the treasury stock method and convertible preferred stock using
the if-converted method. In computing diluted LPS, the average stock price for the period is used
in determining the number of shares assumed to be purchased from the exercise of stock options or
warrants. Diluted LPS excludes all dilutive potential shares if their effect is anti-dilutive. Due to
the continued losses in the Company, all convertible instruments, stock options, and warrants are
considered anti-dilutive. Consequently, as of March 31, 2017, the Company has nil (2016 – nil)
potentially dilutive shares.
n) Comprehensive Loss
ASC 220, Comprehensive Income , establishes standards for the reporting and display of
comprehensive loss and its components in the consolidated financial statements.
o) Advertising Costs
Advertising costs are expensed as incurred and are included in general and administrative expense
in the accompanying financial statements. The Company incurred $9,565 and $84,826 in
advertising costs for the years ended March 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively.
F-11
MOBETIZE CORP.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - continued
p) Financial Instruments/Fair Value
Pursuant to ASC 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures , an entity is required to maximize
the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair
value. ASC 820 establishes a fair value hierarchy based on the level of independent, objective
evidence surrounding the inputs used to measure fair value. A financial instrument's categorization
within the fair value hierarchy is based upon the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair
value measurement. ASC 820 prioritizes the inputs into three levels that may be used to measure
fair value:
Level 1
Level 1 applies to assets or liabilities for which there are quoted prices in active markets for
identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2
Level 2 applies to assets or liabilities for which there are inputs other than quoted prices that are
observable for the asset or liability such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active
markets; quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in markets with insufficient volume or
infrequent transactions (less active markets); or model-derived valuations in which significant
inputs are observable or can be derived principally from, or corroborated by, observable market
data.
Level 3
Level 3 applies to assets or liabilities for which there are unobservable inputs to the valuation
methodology that are significant to the measurement of the fair value of the assets or liabilities.
Financial instruments consist principally of cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable and
accrued liabilities, accounts payable and accrued liabilities – related party deposits due to
customers, promissory note, related party, and convertible debentures. Pursuant to ASC 820, Fair
Value Measurements and Disclosures, and ASC 825, Financial Instruments, the fair value of cash
is determined based on "Level 1" inputs, which consist of quoted prices in active markets for
identical assets.
Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognized at fair value on their initial recognition,
except for those arising from certain related party transactions which are accounted for at the
transferor's carrying amount or exchange amount.
The recorded values of all other financial instruments approximate their current fair values because
of their nature and respective short-term maturity dates and current market rates for similar
instruments. The Company is exposed to credit risk through its cash and accounts receivable, but
mitigates this risk by keeping deposits at major financial institutions and advancing credit only to
bona fide creditworthy entities. The maximum amount of credit risk is equal to the carrying amount
of these instruments.
F-12
MOBETIZE CORP.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - continued
q) Embedded Conversion Features
The Company evaluates embedded conversion features within convertible debt under ASC 815,
Derivatives and Hedging, to determine whether the embedded conversion feature(s) should be
bifurcated from the host instrument and accounted for as a derivative at fair value with changes in
fair value recorded in income (loss). If the conversion feature does not require derivative treatment
under ASC 815, the instrument is evaluated under ASC 470-20, Debt with Conversion and Other
Options, for consideration of any beneficial conversion feature.
r) Derivative Financial Instruments
The Company does not use derivative instruments to hedge exposures to cash flow, market, or
foreign currency risks. The Company evaluates all of its financial instruments, including
convertible debentures, stock purchase warrants and stock options, to determine if such instruments
are derivatives or contain features that qualify as embedded derivatives.
For derivative financial instruments that are accounted for as liabilities, the derivative instrument
is initially recorded at its fair value and is then re-valued at each reporting date, with changes in the
fair value reported as charges or credits to income (loss). For option-based simple derivative
financial instruments, the Company uses the Black-Scholes option-pricing model to value the
derivative instruments at inception and subsequent valuation dates. The classification of derivative
instruments, including whether such instruments should be recorded as liabilities or as equity, is
re-assessed at the end of each reporting period.
s) Beneficial Conversion Feature
For conventional convertible debt where the rate of conversion is below market value, the Company
records a Beneficial Conversion Feature (the "BCF") and related debt discount.
When the Company records a BCF, the intrinsic value of the BCF is recorded as a debt discount
against the face amount of the respective debt instrument (offset to additional paid-in capital) and
amortized to interest expense over the life of the debt.
t) Debt Issue Costs and Debt Discount
The Company may record debt issue costs and/or debt discounts in connection with raising funds
through the issuance of debt. These costs may be paid in the form of cash, or equity (such as
warrants). These costs are amortized to interest expense over the life of the debt. If a conversion of
the underlying debt occurs, a proportionate share of the unamortized amounts is immediately
expensed.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - continued
u) Foreign Currency
The functional and reporting currency of the Company and its subsidiary, Mobetize USA Inc., is
the United States Dollar ("U.S. Dollars"). The functional currency of the Company's international
subsidiary, Mobetize Canada Inc., is the Canadian dollar. The Company translates the consolidated
financial statements of this subsidiary to U.S. dollars in accordance with ASC 740, Foreign
Currency Translation Matters, using period-end rates of exchange for assets and liabilities, and
average rates for the annual period are derived from daily spot rates for revenues and expenses.
Translation gains and losses are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive loss as a component
of stockholders' equity (deficiency). The Company has not, to the date of these consolidated
financial statements, entered into derivative instruments to offset the impact of foreign currency
fluctuations.
v) Recently Adopted Accounting Standards
In June 2014, Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") guidance was issued to resolve the diversity
of practice relating to the accounting for stock based performance awards that the performance
target could be achieved after the employee completes the required service period. The update is
effective prospectively or retrospectively for annual reporting periods beginning after December
15, 2015. The Company adopted this ASU on April 1, 2016, prospectively. The adoption of this
ASU does not have a material effect on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
In January 2015, an ASU was issued to simplify the income statement presentation requirements
in Subtopic 225-20 by eliminating the concept of extraordinary items. Extraordinary items are
events and transactions that are distinguished by their unusual nature and by the infrequency of
their occurrence. Eliminating the extraordinary classification simplifies income statement
presentation by altogether removing the concept of extraordinary items from consideration. This
ASU is effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015, including interim periods
within those annual periods. An entity may apply this ASU prospectively or retrospectively to all
prior periods presented in the financial statements. Early adoption is permitted. The Company
adopted this ASU on April 1, 2016, prospectively. The adoption of this ASU does not have a
material effect on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - continued
w) Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers . The
new standard provides a five-step approach to be applied to all contracts with customers and also
requires expanded disclosures about revenue recognition. The ASU is effective for annual reporting
periods beginning after December 15, 2017, including interim periods and is to be retrospectively
applied. Early application is permitted only as of annual reporting periods beginning after
December 15, 2016, including interim reporting periods within that reporting period. The Company
is currently evaluating this guidance and the impact it will have on its consolidated financial
statements.
In November 2015, an ASU was issued to simplify the presentation of deferred income taxes. The
amendments in this ASU require that deferred tax liabilities and assets be classified as non-current
on the balance sheet as compared to the current requirements to separate deferred tax liabilities and
assets into current and non-current amounts. This ASU is effective for annual periods beginning
after December 15, 2016, including interim periods within those annual periods. Earlier application
is permitted. This ASU may be applied either prospectively to all deferred tax liabilities and assets
or retrospectively to all periods presented. The Company is currently evaluating this guidance and
the impact it will have on its consolidated financial statements.
In February 2016, Topic 842, Leases was issued to replace the leases requirements in Topic 840,
Leases . The main difference between previous GAAP and Topic 842 is the recognition of lease
assets and lease liabilities by lessees for those leases classified as operating leases under previous
GAAP. A lessee should recognize in the balance sheet a liability to make lease payments (the lease
liability) and a right-of-use asset representing its right to use the underlying asset for the lease term.
For leases with a term of 12 months or less, a lessee is permitted to make an accounting policy
election by class of underlying asset not to recognize lease assets and lease liabilities. If a lessee
makes this election, it should recognize lease expense for such leases generally on a straight-line
basis over the lease term. The accounting applied by a lessor is largely unchanged from that applied
under previous GAAP. Topic 842 will be effective for annual reporting periods beginning after
December 15, 2018, including interim periods within those annual periods and is to be
retrospectively applied. Earlier application is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating this
guidance and the impact it will have on its consolidated financial statements.
In March 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-09, Compensation – Stock Compensation (Topic 718):
Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting , to reduce complexity in the
accounting for employee share-based payment transactions. One of the simplifications relates to
forfeitures of awards. Under current GAAP, an entity estimates the number of awards for which
the requisite service period is expected to be rendered and base the accruals of compensation cost
on the estimated number of awards that will vest. This ASU permits an entity to make an entity-
wide accounting policy election either to estimate the number of forfeitures expected to occur or to
account for forfeitures in compensation cost when they occur. This ASU is effective for annual
periods beginning after December 15, 2016, including interim periods within those annual periods.
Earlier application is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating this guidance and the impact
it will have on its consolidated financial statements.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - continued
w) Recent Accounting Pronouncements - continued
In August 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-15, Disclosure of Uncertainties about an Entity's
Ability to Continue as a Going Concern (ASU 2014-15), which amends Accounting Standards
Codification (ASC) Subtopic 205-40 to provide guidance about management's responsibility to
evaluate whether there is substantial doubt about an entity's ability to continue as a going concern
and to provide related disclosures. Specifically, the amendments (1) provide a definition of the term
"substantial doubt," (2) require an evaluation every reporting period, (3) provide principles for
considering the mitigating effect of management's plans, (4) require certain disclosures when
substantial doubt is alleviated as a result of consideration of management's plans, (5) require an
express statement and other disclosures when substantial doubt is not alleviated and (6) require an
assessment for a period of one year after the date that financial statements are issued. ASU 2014-
15 is effective for fiscal years ending after December 15, 2016, and for annual periods and interim
periods thereafter. The Company does not expect this standard to have a material impact on its
consolidated financial statements and disclosures.
a) Reclassifications
Certain comparative figures have been reclassified to conform to the current year's presentation.
3. Intangible Asset
On January 12, 2017, the Company entered into a Gateway License Agreement and Joint Venture
Agreement ("Joint Venture") with CPT Secure, Inc. ("CPT"), a company controlled by a shareholder
of the Company to further develop certain payment processing technology ("CPT IP") on a 50/50 basis.
Additionally, the Company and CPT have agreed to jointly form a Joint Venture company ("JV Co")
registered in British Columbia. In connection with the Joint Venture, the Company issued 500,000
Series B Preferred Shares with a fair value of $125,000 to CPT in consideration for the license to the
CPT IP which will be contributed to the JV Co. The license to the CPT IP has a term to January 11,
2019, and can be automatically renewed for successive two year periods unless either party elects not
to renew 60 days prior to expiration. During the year ended March 31, 2017, the Company recognized
amortization of $13,356 on the license, which has been included in research and development expense.
JV Co was incorporated subsequent to March 31, 2017 (Note 14)
4. Property and Equipment
Equipment, net consisted of the following:
March 31, 2017
March 31, 2016
Computer equipment
$
14,421 $
14,787
Furniture
1,174
1,204
Total
15,595
15,991
Less: accumulated amortization
7,966
4,163
Equipment, net
$
7,629 $
11,828
During the year ended March 31, 2017, equipment cost decreased by $241 (2016 - $1,778), and
accumulated amortization was impacted by $155 (2016 - $21), as a result of foreign currency translation
adjustments.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
5. Convertible Debentures
Principal
Principal
March 31,
March 31,
Date of issuance
2017
2016
Interest
Maturity
March 2016 (1)
$
- $
275,000
12% per annum
March, 2017
July 25, 2016 (2)
$
- $
-
12% per annum
July 25, 2017
November 21, 2016 (3)
$
40,000 $
-
6% per annum November 21, 2017
January 27, 2017 (4)
$
125,000 $
-
12% per annum
January 27, 2018
January 30, 2017 (5)
$
75,000 $
-
12% per annum
January 30, 2018
$
240,000 $
275,000
(1) March, 2016 Issuance - $275,000:
Issued net of $30,000 of prepaid interest, noting that $3,000 of prepaid interest was paid by the
Company to one convertible debenture holder during the year ended March 31, 2017.
The conversion feature was exercisable at the option of the holder ("Conversion Feature"). The
Conversion Feature enabled the holder to convert any portion of their outstanding Convertible
Debenture principal balance into common shares at a variable and discounted conversion price
("Conversion Price" - see below) after 180 days from issue date, but no later than the maturity
date.
The Conversion Feature was subsequently amended to permit conversion into shares of the
Company's Series B Preferred Shares at $0.50 per share rather than into shares of common
stock.
The Conversion Feature represented an embedded contingent redemption feature and was
accounted for as a derivative. The fair value of the contingent redemption feature was
immaterial and therefore not recognized at inception, and at March 31, 2016.
On January 20, 2017, the Company issued 550,000 Series B Preferred Shares pursuant to the
conversion of $275,000 of the convertible debenture in accordance with the modified
conversion terms which were agreed to on that date.
(2) July 25, 2016 Issuance - $25,000:
Issued net of $3,000 of prepaid interest, based on an interest rate of 12% per annum.
The conversion feature was exercisable at the option of the holder ("Conversion Feature"). The
Conversion Feature enabled the holder to convert any portion of their outstanding Convertible
Debenture principal balance into common shares at a variable and discounted conversion price
after 180 days from issue date, but no later than the maturity date.
The Conversion Feature was subsequently amended to permit conversion into shares of the
Company's Series B Preferred Shares at $0.50 per share rather than into shares of common
stock.
The Conversion Feature represented an embedded contingent redemption feature and was
accounted for as a derivative. The fair value of the contingent redemption feature was
immaterial and therefore not recognized at inception.
On January 20, 2017, the Company issued 50,000 Series B Preferred Shares pursuant to the
conversion of $25,000 of the convertible debenture in accordance with the modified conversion
terms which were agreed to on that date.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
5. Convertible Debentures – continued
(3) November 21, 2016 Issuance- $40,000:
Issued net of $2,400 of prepaid interest , based on an interest rate of 12% per annum.
Of the $40,000 Convertible Debentures, $20,000 is owed to a director of the Company (Note
6(j)).
The conversion feature is exercisable at the option of the holder ("Conversion Feature"). The
Conversion Feature enables the holder to convert any portion of their outstanding Convertible
Debenture principal balance into Series B Preferred Shares at $0.25 per share on or after May
20, 2017, but no later than the maturity date.
The Company has evaluated whether separate financial instruments with the same terms as the
conversion features above would meet the characteristics of a derivative instrument as
described in paragraphs ASC 815-15-25. The terms of the contracts do not permit net
settlement, as the shares delivered upon conversion are not readily convertible to cash. As the
conversion features would not meet the characteristics of a derivative instrument as described
in paragraphs ASC 815-15-25, the conversion features are not required to be separated from
the host instrument and accounted for separately. As a result, at March 31, 2017, the conversion
feature would not meet derivative classification.
(4) January 27, 2017 Issuance - $125,000:
Issued net of $15,000 of prepaid interest, based on an interest rate of 12% per annum.
The conversion feature is exercisable at the option of the holder ("Conversion Feature"). The
Conversion Feature enables the holder to convert any portion of their outstanding Convertible
Debenture principal balance into Series B Preferred Shares at $0.50 per share on or after July
26, 2017, but no later than the maturity date.
The Company has evaluated whether separate financial instruments with the same terms as the
conversion features above would meet the characteristics of a derivative instrument as
described in paragraphs ASC 815-15-25. The terms of the contracts do not permit net
settlement, as the shares delivered upon conversion are not readily convertible to cash. As the
conversion features would not meet the characteristics of a derivative instrument as described
in paragraphs ASC 815-15-25, the conversion features are not required to be separated from
the host instrument and accounted for separately. As a result, at March 31, 2017, the conversion
feature would not meet derivative classification.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
5. Convertible Debentures – continued
(5) January 30, 2017 Issuance - $75,000:
Issued net of $9,000 of prepaid interest, based on an interest rate of 12% per annum.
The $75,000 Convertible Debentures is owed to a Director of the Company (Note 6(j)).
The conversion feature is exercisable at the option of the holder ("Conversion Feature"). The
Conversion Feature enables the holder to convert any portion of their outstanding Convertible
Debenture principal balance into Series B Preferred shares at $0.50 per share on or after July
29, 2017, but no later than the maturity date.
The Company has evaluated whether separate financial instruments with the same terms as the
conversion features above would meet the characteristics of a derivative instrument as
described in paragraphs ASC 815-15-25. The terms of the contracts do not permit net
settlement, as the shares delivered upon conversion are not readily convertible to cash. As the
conversion features would not meet the characteristics of a derivative instrument as described
in paragraphs ASC 815-15-25, the conversion features are not required to be separated from
the host instrument and accounted for separately. As a result, at March 31, 2017, the conversion
feature would not meet derivative classification.
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MOBETIZE CORP.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
6. Related Party Transactions
Year ended March 31,
Transactions with related parties
2017
2016
(a) Transactions incurred with the CEO or companies controlled by the
CEO:
Management fees
$
121,370 $
120,000
Management fees – Stock-based compensation
27,971
112,054
Research and development
112,470
74,227
General and administrative
19,004
1,533
Conversion of promissory note (1)
46,500
-
Advances – applied to private placement (2)
-
40,741
$
327,315 $
348,555
(b) Transactions incurred with the former CFO's or a company
controlled by a former CFO:
Management fees
$
7,110 $
-
Management fees – Stock-based compensation
-
76,346
General and administrative
69,231
1,380
General and administrative – Stock-based compensation
-
16,073
Advances – applied to private placement (2)
-
137,000
$
76,341 $
230,799
(c) Transactions incurred with the Chairman of the Company
Management fees (3)
$
33,000 $
-
Management fees – Stock-based compensation
69,730
202,656
$
102,730 $
202,656
(d) Transactions incurred with a Director of the Company
Management fees – Stock-based compensation
$
27,892 $
56,953
General and administrative – Interest on convertible debenture
11,861
-
$
39,753 $
56,953
(e) Transactions incurred with a shareholder of the Company
Investor relations and promotion
$
20,000 $
-
Acquisition of intangible asset (Note 3)
125,000
-
$
145,000 $
-
(f) Amounts owed to the former CFO:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (4)
$
18,346
$
5,943
(g) Amounts owed to companies controlled by the CEO:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (4)
$
275,687
117,282
Promissory note – June 2, 2017 (5)
25,000
-
Promissory note – July 11, 2017 (6)
18,798
-
Promissory note – February 14, 2017 (7)
-
50,000
$
319,485
$
167,282
(h) Amounts owed to the Chairman of the Company (4)
$
9,000
$
-
(i) Amounts prepaid to a company controlled by the CEO
Prepaid interest on promissory notes
$
2,461
$
5,241
(j) Amounts owed to a Director of the Company
Convertible debenture – matures March 21, 2017 (Note 5 (1) )
$
-
$
50,000
Convertible debenture – matures July 21, 2017 (Note 5 (2) ))
-
-
Convertible debenture – matures November 21, 2017 (Note 5 (3) ))
20,000
-
Convertible debenture – matures January 30, 2018 (Note 5 (5) ))
75,000
-
$
95,000
$
50,000
(k) Amounts prepaid to a Director of the Company
Prepaid interest on convertible debentures
$
13,178
$
5,839
(l) Amounts owed to a shareholder of the Company
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (4)
$
17,358
$
-
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
6. Related Party Transactions – continued
(1) The promissory note was comprised of $50,000 principal, offset by $3,500 of prepaid interest. The
promissory note was converted into 4,650,000 Series B preferred shares of the Company (Note
7(c)).
(2) The advances from the CEO and former CFO were later used as a subscription to a private
placement which included subscriptions by the CEO, former CFO and direct family members.
(3) On July 15, 2016 the Chairman was compensated $24,000. On July 1, 2016, the Company entered
into an agreement with the Company's Chairman where the Chairman would provide services to
the Company at a monthly rate of $1,000 for a period of two years ending on June 30, 2018.
(4) Included in accounts payable to the former CFO and amounts owed to companies controlled by the
CEO at March 31, 2017, is $36,000 (2016 - $36,000) and $40,000 (2016 - $40,000), respectively,
in accrued wages which bear interest at prime plus 1.5%. At March 31, 2017, the Company owed
accrued interest on the accrued wages of $3,210 (2016 - $1,380) and $3,567 (2016 - $1,533),
respectively. At March 31, 2017, accounts payable to the former CFO is offset by $35,074 (2016 -
$31,437) due from the former CFO for advances. All other accounts payable and accrued liabilities
due to the former CFO and companies controlled by the CEO of $14,210 (2016 - $nil) and $232,120
(2016 - $75,749), respectively, are unsecured and due on demand.
(5) The promissory note maturing on June 2, 2017, was issued with a twelve-month term, comprises
$25,000 principal, and bears interest at 12% per annum. The principal balance includes prepaid
interest of $3,000.
(6) The promissory note maturing on July 11, 2017, was issued with a twelve-month term, comprises
$18,798 (CAD $25,000) principal, and bears interest at 12% per annum. The principal balance
includes prepaid interest of $2,256 (CAD $3,000).
(7) The promissory note maturing on February 14, 2017, was issued with a twelve-month term,
comprised $50,000 principal, and bore interest at 12% per annum. The principal balance included
prepaid interest of $6,000. This promissory note was converted into 4,650,000 Series B preferred
shares of the Company (Note 7 (c)).
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
7. Common Stock and Preferred Stock
a) Issuance of Common Stock:
For the Year-ended March 31, 2016
§ On June 10, 2015, the Company issued 184,500 shares of common stock at $0.50 per share for
proceeds of $92,250 upon the exercise of warrants.
§ On August 15, 2015, the Company issued 5,000 shares of common stock at $0.50 per share for
proceeds of $2,500 upon the exercise of warrants.
§ On September 1, 2015, the Company closed a private placement under which it sold 2,724,668
units for $0.25 per unit for gross proceeds of $681,167, which were exclusively offered to
subscribers of previous $0.75 private placements. Each unit consists of one share of the
Company's common stock and one half-warrant. The 1,362,332 warrants are exercisable at
$1.00 per share, are valid for three years from the date of issue, and have a fair value of $262,470.
$8,750 cash financing fees and 17,500 financing warrants with a fair value of $3,372 were
incurred with this private placement.
§ On September 1, 2015, the Company closed a private placement under which it sold 161,481
units for $0.50 per unit for gross proceeds of $80,739. Each unit consists of one share of the
Company's common stock and one half-warrant, and have a fair value of $15,566. The 80,740
warrants are exercisable at $1.00 per share, are valid for three years from the date of issue.
Neither financing fees nor financing warrants were payable with this private placement.
§ On February 4, 2016, the Company converted 4,565,000 shares of common stock held by the
CEO of the Company into 4,565,000 Series A Preferred Shares.
§ On March 31, 2016, the Company issued 54,727 shares of common stock at $0.001 per share to
settle $32,484 of services payable in shares of common stock, of which $14,303 was included
in share subscriptions receivable at March 31, 2015.
For the Year-ended March 31, 2017
§ On August 1, 2016, the Company issued 120,000 shares of common stock at $0.06 per share
totaling $7,200 as bonus shares to the former CFO of the Company, recorded as general and
administrative related party expenses.
b) Authorization and Issuance of Series A Preferred Shares:
For the Year-ended March 31, 2016
§ During the year ended March 31, 2016, the Company authorized the issuance of 250,000,000
shares of preferred stock with a par value of $0.001 per share and designated 10,000,000 of the
preferred stock as Series A preferred shares ("Series A Preferred Shares"). The Series A
Preferred Shares have the same rights and privileges as the common stock, with the exception
that the Series A Preferred Share holder has 10 votes per Series A Preferred Share versus one
vote per share of common stock and does not have the right to sell the shares for a period of two
years from the date of issue.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
7. Common Stock and Preferred Stock – continued
c) Authorization and Issuance of Series B Preferred Shares:
For the Year-ended March 31, 2017
§ During the year ended March 31, 2017, the Company designated 25,000,000 shares of the
authorized preferred stock as Series B preferred shares ("Series B Preferred Shares"). The Series
B Preferred Shares have the same rights and privileges as the common stock, with the exception
that the Series B Preferred Shares have an anti-dilution provision and the Series B Preferred
Share holder does not have the right to convert Series B Preferred Shares into shares of common
stock for a period of two years from the date of issue.
§ On June 2, 2016, the Company converted 4,081,481shares of common stock held by a company
controlled by the CEO into 4,081,481 Series B Preferred Shares, 300,000 shares of common
stock held by the Company's Chairman and Director into 300,000 Series B Preferred Shares,
and 1,039,167 shares of common stock held by the Company's Director into 1,039,167 Series
B Preferred Shares.
§ On July 15, 2016, the Company issued 200,000 Series B Preferred Shares with a fair value of
$0.15 per share to settle $30,000 in services payable.
§ On July 15, 2016, the Company issued 1,300,000 Series B Preferred Shares with a fair value of
$0.15 per share to a company controlled by a Chairman of the Company to settle $24,000 in
services payable. The excess fair value of $171,000 is recorded within additional paid-in capital
§ On July 15, 2016, the Company issued 4,650,000 Series B Preferred Shares with a fair value of
$0.15 per share to a company controlled by the Company's CEO to settle $46,500 (Note 6(a))
in an outstanding promissory note, which included a principal of $50,000 less prepaid interest
of $3,500. The excess fair value of $651,000 is recorded within additional paid-in capital.
§ On December 1, 2016, the Company issued 275,000 Series B Preferred Shares with a fair value
of $0.25 per share to a consultant of the Company to settle $27,500 in amounts owing for
services provided, resulting in a loss on settlement of debt of $141,250.
§ On January 12, 2017, the Company issued 500,000 Series B Preferred Shares with a fair value
of $0.25 per share to acquire a license from CPT Secure, Inc. (Note 3).
§ On January 20, 2017, the Company issued 600,000 Series B Preferred Shares pursuant to the
modification and immediate conversion of $300,000 of convertible debentures (Note 5).
§ On February 23, 2017, the Company issued 25,000 Series B Preferred Shares with a fair value
of $0.50 per share as incentive shares upon signing of an advisory services agreement, recorded
within consulting fees.
§ On March 13, 2017, the Company issued 50,000 Series B Preferred Shares with a fair value of
$1.00 per share to a vendor pursuant to the settlement of $12,500 in accounts payable, resulting
in a loss on settlement of debt of $25,000.
§ On March 14, 2017, the Company issued 25,000 Series B Preferred Shares with a fair value of
$1.00 per share as incentive shares upon signing of an advisory services agreement recorded
within consulting fees.
§ On March 16, 2017, pursuant to an agreement signed on March 9, 2017 the Company issued
500,000 Series B Preferred Shares at $1.00 for gross proceeds of $500,000.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
7. Common Stock and Preferred Stock – continued
c) Authorization and Issuance of Series B Preferred Shares - continued:
§ On March 30, 2017, the Company issued 127,760 Series B Preferred Shares with a fair value of
$1.00 per share to a vendor pursuant to the settlement of $31,940 in accounts payable, resulting
in a loss on settlement of debt of $95,820.
§ On March 31, 2017, the Company issued 15,000 Series B Preferred Shares with a fair value of
$1.00 per share to a vendor pursuant to the settlement of $32,190 in accounts payable, resulting
in a gain on settlement of debt of $17,190.
8. Share Purchase Warrants
The following table summarizes the continuity of share purchase warrants:
Weighted
average exercise
Number of
price
warrants
$
Balance, March 31, 2015
1,581,084
0.90
Issued
1,555,322
1.00
Exercised
(189,500)
0.50
Expired
(310,500)
0.50
Balance, March 31, 2016 and 2017
2,636,406
1.04
On July 15, 2015, 94,750 warrants were issued with an exercise price of $1.00 and a three year term
ending September 1, 2018 to holders of the September 3, 2013, warrants who had exercised a total of
189,500 warrants during the six months ended September 30, 2015, prior to the expiry date of
September 2, 2015. These warrant holders each received a half warrant for each full warrant they
exercised. These warrants were valued at $18,255 using the Black Scholes method criteria as below.
Each of the warrant issuances above were valued using the Black Scholes method, which included the
dividend yield as nil, risk-free interest rate of 1.07%, expected volatility of 70.42%, and expected term
of 3 years.
As at March 31, 2017, the following share purchase warrants were outstanding:
Number of warrants
Exercise price
outstanding
$
Expiry date
694,414
1.00
June 24, 2018
386,670
1.25
December 10, 2018
1,555,322
1.00
September 1, 2018
2,636,406
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
9. Stock Options
The Company has adopted a Stock Option Plan ("Stock Option Plan") which permits the Company to
issue stock options for up to 3,000,000 common shares of the Company to directors, officers, employees
and consultants of the Company with a maximum term of 5 years, exercise prices equal to the minimum
fair market value per common share on the date of grant, and a vesting schedule determined by the
Board of Directors at the time of granting the options.
The following table summarizes the continuity of stock options:
Weighted
average exercise
Number of
price
stock options
$
Balance, March 31, 2015
57,291
1.25
Issued
2,630,000
0.60
Expired
(36,000)
0.65
Cancelled
(270,029)
0.74
Balance, March 31, 2016
2,381,262
0.60
Expired
(288,539)
0.60
Cancelled
(72,723)
0.60
Outstanding, March 31, 2017
2,020,000
0.60
Exercisable, March 31, 2017
1,563,000
0.60
As at March 31, 2017, the following share purchase options were outstanding:
Exercise
Number of options
Number of options
price
outstanding
vested
$
Expiry date
2,020,000
1,563,000
0.60
September 30, 2020
The options are measured using the Black Scholes method, which included a dividend yield of nil, risk-
free interest rate of 0.68%, expected volatility of 76.7%, expected term of 5 years and weighted average
grant date fair value of $0.40 per share. Volatility is based on the historical volatility of the Company's
common stock.
During the year ended March 31, 2017, $195,304 (2016 - $711,427) in stock-based compensation
expense was recorded and allocated amongst general and administrative, consulting fees, management
fees, and research and development expenses. The intrinsic value of the options was $nil at March 31,
2017, and 2016.
10. Concentration of Risk
Revenues are currently generated through licensing, professional services, and payment processing
services provided by Mobetize to our existing customers. During the year ended March 31, 2017, the
Company had revenues from five customers (2016 – revenues from five customers) with 56% (2016 –
75%) of revenues generated from the Company's largest customer. At March 31, 2017, the Company's
accounts receivable is concentrated and due from five customers (2016 – three customers) with 61%
(2016 – 69%) of accounts receivable due from the Company's largest customer.
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MOBETIZE CORP.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
11. Contingencies and Commitment
a) The Company has an obligation under a rental lease for its operating office. As of March 31, 2017,
the remaining term of the lease is 21 months with monthly payments of $4,995. The Company's
lease includes a renewal option.
b) The Company received a Citation and Notice of Assessment dated October 14, 2016, that Stephen
J. Fowler ("Fowler"), a former director and chief financial officer, had initiated a complaint with
the State of Washington Department of Labor and Industries for amounts allegedly due to him for
unpaid wages of $45,000 in wages in addition to assessed interest of $3,368, and a penalty of
$4,500. An appeal presented by the Company alleged that the calculation of amounts due to Fowler
was incorrect and that he had improperly obtained shares of its common stock. A hearing before
the Office of Administrative Hearings has not been set. See Note 6 (f) for amounts recorded as
owed to Fowler.
The Company received a Notice of Civil Claim dated April 26, 2017, filed in the British Columbia
Supreme Court by Fowler, naming the Company and its three present directors as defendants.
Fowler asserts claims against Mobetize for unpaid expenses, and breach of contract. He also asserts
claims breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, misrepresentation and conspiracy. The
Company has advanced its own counterclaims against Fowler, including fraudulent or negligent
misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duty, negligence and unjust enrichment. On June 23, 2017,
Mobetize filed its response to Fowler's claims and its own counterclaims against Fowler. No trial
date has been set.
The Company received a Complaint dated May 12, 2017, filed in the Second Judicial District Court
of the State of Nevada, by Fowler naming the Company and its three present directors as
defendants. The Nevada action concerns substantially the same facts and seeks substantially the
same relief as Fowler's British Columbia action. On June 23, 2017, Mobetize filed a Motion to
Dismiss or in the alternative, an Application for Preliminary Injunction to either dismiss or stay the
Complaint. No trial date has been set.
c) The Company received a Complaint dated May 3, 2017, filed in Eight Judicial District Court of the
State of Nevada by Cary Fields ("Fields") naming the Company and its three present directors as
defendants, to obtain a preliminary injunction to enjoin a consolidation of the Company's common
stock, and seek damages for breach of fiduciary duty, conversion and unjust enrichment. On May
18, 2017, after due consideration, the court denied Fields application and determined not to grant a
temporary injunction. The court did not rule on the question of alleged damages to Fields. No trial
date has been set.
12. Segment Information
The Company has a single operating segments located in Canada and the United States of America
("USA"). Revenues are generated in Canada and the USA while all assets are located in Canada. During
the year ended March 31, 2017, the Company generated revenue of $197,226 (CDN$258,862) in
Canada and $270,191 in the USA. The costs incurred to generate this revenue is expensed as research
and development. At March 31, 2017, the total assets held in Canada were $194,475 (2016 - $49,552),
and in the USA were $633,798 (2016 - $281,103).
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
13. Income Taxes
At March 31, 2017, the Company had no deferred tax assets.
During the year ended March 31, 2017, the Company incurred a federal operating non-capital losses
("non-capital loss) of approximately $750,000 (2016 - $1,305,000). As at March 31, 2017, the
Company's cumulative losses totaled $4,708,000 (2016 - $3,957,000).
The non-capital loss amounting to $750,000 (2016 - $1,305,000) was comprised of $273,000 (2016 -
$639,000) occurring within the State of Washington, USA, and $477,000 (2016 - $666,000) of the
losses occurring within the Province of British Columbia, Canada. The Company's net loss of
$1,153,254 is comprised of losses occurring in the USA of $669,714, and $483,540 occurring in Canada.
A reconciliation of the Company's effective tax rate as a percentage of income before taxes and federal
statutory rate for the years ended March 31, 2017, and 2016, is summarized as follows:
2017
2016
$
$
Loss before income taxes
(1,153,254)
(2,069,545)
Income tax recovery at statutory rates
(300,000)
(662,000)
Permanent differences
137,000
257,000
Temporary differences
211,000
520,000
Change in statutory, foreign tax, foreign exchange rates and other
(48,000)
(115,000)
Income tax expenses
–
–
The valuation allowance for deferred tax assets as of March 31, 2017, and 2016, was $1,479,000 and
$1,323,000, respectively, which will begin to expire in 2033. In assessing the recovery of the deferred
tax assets, management considers whether it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the
deferred tax assets will be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon
the generation of future taxable income in the periods in which those temporary differences become
deductible. Management considers the scheduled reversals of future deferred tax assets, projected future
taxable income, and tax planning strategies in making this assessment. As a result, management
determined it was more likely than not the deferred tax assets would not be realized as of March 31,
2017, and 2016, and maintained a full valuation allowance.
The unrecognized deferred tax assets include tax losses and difference between the carrying amount
and tax basis of the following items.
2017
2016
$
$
Deferred tax assets:
Non-capital losses available for future periods
1,478,000
1,323,000
Property and equipment
1,000
–
Valuation allowance
(1,479,000)
(1,323,000)
Deferred income taxes recovered
–
–
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MOBETIZE CORP.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
March 31, 2017 and 2016
(Expressed in US dollars)
13. Income Taxes - continued
The Company has non-capital losses available to offset future taxable income as follows:
Year of expiry
Canada
USA
$
$
2033
-
353,000
2034
-
554,000
2035
305,000
1,439,000
2036
666,000
639,000
2037
48,000
272,000
1,019,000
3,257,000
14. Subsequent Events
The Company evaluated its March 31, 2017, consolidated financial statements for subsequent events
through the date the consolidated financial statements were issued. The Company is not aware of any
subsequent events which would require recognition or disclosure in the consolidated financial
statements except as disclosed below.
a) The Company continues to seek recovery of 578,733 common shares and 101,726 share purchase
warrants issued as an overpayment to Fowler, the Former CFO of the Company for consulting
services and settlement of expenses and liabilities (Note 11).
b) On April 7, 2017, those stockholders with a majority of the outstanding approved the consolidation
of the Company's issued and outstanding common shares on a one for one hundred (1/100) basis,
amend the Company's Articles of Incorporation to decrease the number of authorized shares of
common stock from five hundred and twenty-five million (525,000,000) shares par value $0.001
to two hundred and fifty million (250,000,000) shares par value $0.001 and to amend the
Company's Articles to decrease the number of authorized preferred shares from two hundred and
fifty million (250,000,000) shares par value $0.001 to seventy-five million shares (75,000,000) par
value $0.001with no change in the number of designated or outstanding Series A preferred shares
or Series B preferred shares.
c) On May 29, 2017 MPAY Gateway Services Inc. was incorporated pursuant to the terms of the Joint
Venture License Agreement and Joint Venture Agreement dated January 12, 2017, between the
Company and CPT Secure, Inc. ("CPT"), to further develop certain payment processing technology
("CPT IP") on a 50/50 basis.
d) On April 21, 2017, 160,000 Series B Preferred shares were issued.
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ITEM 9.
Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial
Disclosure
Not applicable.
ITEM 9A.
Controls and Procedures
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Our disclosure controls and procedures, as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act
of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), are designed to ensure that information required to be
disclosed in reports filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized, and
reported within the time periods specified in rules and forms adopted by the Securities and Exchange
Commission (the "Commission"), and that such information is accumulated and communicated to
management, including the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer, to allow timely
decisions regarding required disclosures.
Based on that evaluation, Mobetize's management concluded, as of the end of the period covered by this
report, that our disclosure controls and procedures were not effective in recording, processing,
summarizing, and reporting information required to be disclosed, within the time periods specified in the
Commission's rules and forms, and such information was not accumulated and communicated to
management, including the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer, to allow timely
decisions regarding required disclosures.
Management's Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial
reporting. Internal control over financial reporting, as defined in rules promulgated under the Exchange
Act, is a process designed by, or under the supervision of, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief
Financial Officer, designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting
and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with GAAP. Internal
control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that:
· pertain to the maintenance of records that in reasonable detail accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of our assets;
· provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP, and that our receipts and expenditures are being made only in accordance with authorizations of our management and our Board of Directors; and
· provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposition of our assets that could have a material effect on our financial statements
Due to its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect
misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk
that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions or that the degree of compliance
with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
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Mobetize's management conducted an assessment of the effectiveness of our internal control over
financial reporting as of March 31, 2017, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated
Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) of the Treadway
Commission, which assessment identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial
reporting.
A material weakness is a control deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies in internal control over
financial reporting that creates a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement in annual or interim
financial statements will not be prevented or detected on a timely basis. Since the assessment of the
effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting did identify material weaknesses,
management concluded its internal control over financial reporting to be ineffective.
The matters involving internal control over financial reporting that our management considered to be
material weaknesses were:
1. Lack of a functioning audit committee due to the number of independent members on our Board
of Directors, which weakness could result in ineffective oversight in the monitoring of required
internal controls and procedures;
2. Failure to maintain the segregation of the duties of chief executive officer and chief financial
officer, which failure could result in inadequate implementation and review of financial reporting
control procedures.
The aforementioned material weaknesses were identified by our Chief Executive Officer and Chief
Financial Officer in connection with his review of our financial statements as of March 31, 2017.
We do not believe the material weaknesses described above caused any material misstatement of our
financial condition and results of operations for the year ended March 31, 2017. However, the lack of
sufficient independent directors has caused us to delay the formation of an audit committee and the
resignation of our former chief financial officer, has caused us to combine the duties of chief executive
officer and chief financial officer on an interim basis. Should we fail to remedy these weaknesses, such,
failures could result in a material misstatement in our financial statements in future periods.
Mobetize intends to remedy its material weaknesses as follows:
When practical, we intend to appoint a second independent member to our Board of Directors who would
be tasked with lending an additional independent voice to the responsibilities incumbent an audit
committee with the financial expertise necessary for a fully functioning audit committee. Our Board of
Directors has adopted an audit charter and expects to move forward with forming an audit committee
when a second independent director becomes available.
We do intend bifurcate the position of chief executive officer and chief financial officer into two separate
positions as soon as is practicable.
We believe the remediation measures described above will remediate the material weaknesses we have
identified and strengthen our internal control over financial reporting. We are committed to continuing to
improve our internal control processes and will continue to diligently and vigorously review our financial
reporting controls and procedures. As we continue to evaluate and work to improve our internal control
over financial reporting, we may determine to take additional measures to address control deficiencies or
determine to modify, or in appropriate circumstances not to complete, certain of the remediation measures
described above.
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This annual report does not include an attestation report of our independent registered public accounting
firm regarding internal control over financial reporting. We were not required to have, nor have we,
engaged our independent registered public accounting firm to perform an audit of internal control over
financial reporting pursuant to the rules of the Commission that permit us to provide only management's
report in this annual report.
Changes in Internal Controls over Financial Reporting
During the quarter ended March 31, 2017, there has been no change in internal control over financial
reporting that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect our internal control over
financial reporting.
ITEM 9B.
Other Information
On April 7, 2017, certain stockholders holding a majority of the voting power determined by written
consent to consolidate Mobetize's common stock on a 1 for 100 basis and to amend its articles of
incorporation to decrease the number of authorized common stock and preferred stock. Mobetize has
since applied to FINRA to effect the consolidation and its application is being processed.
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PART III – RELATED PARTIES AND GOVERNANCE
ITEM 10.
Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
The following individuals serve as the directors and executive officers of Mobetize as of the date of this
annual report.
Name
Positions Held
Age
Date Elected or Appointed
Ajay Hans
Chief Executive Officer, Chief
Financial Officer, Principal
Accounting Officer and Director
4 3
July 09, 2014
Malek Ladki
Director & Chairman
5 0
July 09, 2014
Donald Duberstein Director
6 3
September 14, 2015
Business Experience
The following is a brief account of the education and business experience during at least the past five
years of each director, executive officer and key employee of Mobetize, indicating the person's principal
occupation during that period, and the name and principal business of the organization in which such
occupation and employment were carried out.
Ajay Hans – Chief Executive Officer and Director
Business Experience
Mr. Hans has over 15 years of technology new venture development and financial experience in the
development, marketing and implementation of complex billing and payment related software
technologies dedicated for MNO's and MVNO's. Mr. Hans has served as CEO & COO of Dyneget; VP
Operations OAN Services Canada – OAN pioneered telecom billing and clearing solutions across North
America processing $500 million annually in LEC Billing transactions (ie. a form of billing f or internet-
based or other usually electronic services where the user is charged through his account with the local
telephone company (also known as the Local Exchange Carrier) , rather than directly from the provider of
the service). Additionally, he is actively involved in speaking engagements for Pacific Crest Securities.
Mr. Hans oversees our strategic vision and tactical execution. He has held senior executive positions with
leading telecom software technology companies where he successfully implemented solutions for brands
including SaskTel, Sprint, and AT&T.
Officer and Director Responsibilities and Qualifications
Mr. Hans is responsible for the overall management of Mobetize and is involved in many of its day-to-
day operations, including technology development, finance, and overall business strategy.
Mr. Hans holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Economics, and Marketing from British
Columbia Institute of Technology and has completed an Executive Management Program at Simon Fraser
University as well as the Executive Managerial Success Program from Harvard Business School.
Other Public Company Directorships in the Last Five Years
No.
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Malek Ladki – Director & Chairman
Business Experience
Dr. Ladki is a highly experienced TMT executive with over 21 years of experience of starting, growing
and exiting businesses internationally, running global telecoms infrastructure projects and holding a
variety of senior management roles with network operators, and FTSE100 software vendors. Dr. Ladki
has also held several board-level roles with multinational telecoms infrastructure solutions and suppliers.
He has founded and successfully exited three highly innovative Telecoms and IT products/solutions
businesses while helped launch a number of 1st tier telecoms in Europe and the United States. His
technical expertise spans several disciplines in Telecoms, IT, Software and Hardware development and he
holds three patents in network optimization. His vast experience in leading hyper-growth startups,
growing emerging technologies and restructuring business is an asset to Mobetize.
Director Responsibilities and Qualifications
Dr. Ladki also serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Dr. Ladki graduated with a Bachelor of Electronics Engineering in 1987 and went on to study for a
Doctorate in Engineering and earned his PhD in the telecommunications from the University of Liverpool
in 1990.
Other Public Company Directorships in the Last Five Years
None.
Donald Duberstein – Director
Business Experience
Mr. Duberstein is an experienced entrepreneur, portfolio manager, and active investor. Apart from
owning and managing an extensive portfolio of residential and commercial properties across the United
States over the past 38 years, Mr. Duberstein has co-founded and chaired a cosmeceutical skin care
company and has been actively involved in a number of private and public companies.
From 1995 through 1999 Mr. Duberstein was also on the Board of Directors of Selvac Corporation, a
public company.
Officer and Director Responsibilities and Qualifications
Mr. Duberstein graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude in
1973 and NYU Law School in 1976. He is also a member of the New York and Florida Bars in 1977.
Other Public Company Directorships in the Last Five Years
None.
Family Relationships
There are no family relationships between or among the directors or executive officers.
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Involvement in Certain Legal Proceedings
During the past ten years there are no events that occurred related to an involvement in legal proceedings
that are material to an evaluation of the ability or integrity of Mobetize's directors, or persons nominated
to become directors or executive officers.
Term of Office
Our directors were appointed for a one (1) year term to hold office until the next annual meeting of our
shareholders or until removed from office in accordance with our bylaws. Our officers were appointed by
our Board of Directors and will hold office until the expiration of their employment contracts or removal
by the board.
No other persons are expected to make any significant contributions to Mobetize's executive decisions
who are not executive officers or directors of Mobetize.
Compliance with Section 16(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, requires executive officers and
directors and persons who own more than 10% of a registered class of our equity securities to file with the
SEC initial statements of beneficial ownership, reports of changes in ownership and annual reports
concerning their ownership of our shares of common stock and other equity securities, on Forms 3, 4 and
5, respectively. Executive officers, directors and greater than 10% shareholders are required by the SEC
regulations to furnish us with copies of all Section 16(a) reports they file.
Based solely on our review of the copies of such forms received by us, or representations from certain
reporting persons, we believe that during fiscal year ended March 31, 2017, all filing requirements
applicable to our officers, directors and greater than 10% percent beneficial owners were complete.
Code of Ethics
We have not yet adopted a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics that applies to our officers, directors and
employees.
Committees of the Board
All proceedings of our Board of Directors were conducted by resolutions consented to in writing by all
the directors and filed with the minutes of the proceedings of the directors. Such resolutions consented to
in writing by the directors entitled to vote on that resolution at a meeting of the directors are, according to
the corporate laws of the state of Nevada and the bylaws of Mobetize, as valid and effective as if they had
been passed at a meeting of the directors duly called and held.
We had not formed an audit committee as of March 31, 2017, though we have adopted an audit charter and
have determined to form an audit committee when two independent directors can be appointed to such
committee Mobetize's Board of Directors has not established a compensation committee.
Mobetize's Bylaws define the procedure requirements for shareholders to submit recommendations or
nominations for directors. A shareholder who wishes to communicate with our board of directors may
also do so by directing a written request addressed to our president, at the address appearing on the first
page of this annual report.
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Audit Committee and Audit Committee Financial Expert
Our board of directors has determined that it has one member that would qualify as independent for the
purposes of serving on an audit committee but may not qualifies as an "audit committee financial expert"
as defined in Item 407(d)(5)(ii) of Regulation S-K, and is "independent" as the term is used in Item
7(d)(3)(iv) of Schedule 14A under the Exchange Act.
We believe that the members of our Board of Directors, who may additionally serve on our audit
committee in fulfilling that function, are collectively capable of analyzing and evaluating financial
statements and understanding internal controls and procedures for financial reporting. We believe that
retaining an independent director who would qualify as an "audit committee financial expert" would be
overly costly and burdensome.
ITEM 11.
Executive Compensation
Summary
The following table provides summary information for the years ended March 31, 2017 and 2016
concerning cash and non-cash compensation paid or accrued by Mobetize to or on behalf of (i) the Chief
Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer and (ii) any other employee to receive compensation in
excess of $100,000:
SUMMA R Y COMPENSATION TAB LE
Change in
Pension Value
Non-
and Non-
Equity
qualified
Name
Incentive
Deferred
and
Stock
Option
Plan
Compensation
All Other
Principal
Salary Bonus Awards Awards Compensation
Earnings
Compensation
Total
Position
Year
($)
($)
($)
($)
($)
($)
($)
($)
Ajay Hans,
2017 53,870
Nil
140,024
Nil
Nil
133,421
327,315
Chief
2016
Nil
Nil
Nil
140,638
Nil
Nil
120,000
260,638
Executive
Nil
Officer Chief
Financial
Officer and
Director(2)
Stephen
2017
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Fowler, Chief
Financial
2016 90,000
Nil
Nil
140,638
Nil
Nil
Nil
230,638
Officer, and
Director (1)
Elena
2017 76,341
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
76,341
Karamushko
Chief
2016 15,428
Nil
Nil
16,073
Nil
Nil
48,931
80,432
Financial
Officer (3)
(1) Stephen Fowler was appointed as an officer and director of Mobetize on July 12, 2013. Mr. Fowler resigned as
Chief Financial Officer and as a Director on February 4, 2016.
(2) Ajay Hans was appointed to as Chief Executive Officer and as a Director of Mobetize on September 4, 2013 and
as the Chief Financial Officer on February 1, 2017.
(3) Elena Karamushko was appointed as Chief Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer on February 4,
2016. Ms. Karamushko resigned as Chief Financial Officer on December 1, 2016.
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Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer (Current)
Our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer serves pursuant to a consulting agreement dated
effective July 1, 2014, that entitles him to a management fee of $10,000 per month and eligibility to
receive stock options. Prior to his current management services agreement, our Chief Executive Officer
and Chief Financial Officer served pursuant to a management services agreement in exchange for $6,000
per month. The current management services agreement is in effect unless terminated by Mobetize or the
executive officer. The compensation package is deemed appropriate for our Chief Executive Officer and
Chief Financial Officer and was approved by Mobetize's Board of Directors.
For the year ended March 31, 2017, $327,315 was paid to or accrued for our Chief Executive Officer and
Chief Financial Officer or companies controlled by him of which $53,870 was salary, $67,500 paid as a
management services fee and $112,470 was paid to a related company for research and development
work. For the year ended March 31, 2016, $120,000 was paid in service management fees and $140,638
was due to the grant of stock options.
Chief Financial Officer (Former -Karamushko)
Our former Chief Financial Officer served pursuant to a management employment agreement dated
effective February 4, 2016, that entitled her to a salary of $10,417 CAD per month and eligibility to
receive 120,000 sign in stock options. Prior to the effective date of February 4, 2016, Ms. Karamushko
served pursuant to a management consulting agreement dated effective December 15, 2014, that entitled
her to a consulting fee of $8,000 CAD per month and eligibility to receive stock options.
Ms. Karamushko resigned as Chief Financial Officer effective December 1, 2016.
For the year ended March 31, 2017, $76,341was paid to or accrued for our former Chief Financial Officer
in salaries, consulting fees and incentive shares. For the year ended March 31, 2016, $80,432 was paid to
or accrued for our current Chief Financial Officer in salaries and consulting fees as well as due to the
grant of stock options.
Chief Financial Officer (Former-Fowler)
Our former Chief Financial Officer served pursuant to a management employment agreement dated
effective January 1, 2015, that entitled him to a salary of $9,000 per month and eligibility to receive stock
options. Prior to the effective date of the January 1, 2015 agreement, Mr. Fowler served pursuant to a
consulting agreement in exchange for $8,750 per month in consulting fees and an office allowance of
$250 per month. The compensation package was deemed appropriate for our Chief Financial Officer and
was approved by Mobetize's Board of Directors.
Mr. Fowler resigned as Chief Financial Officer and as a director of Mobetize effective February 4, 2016.
For the year ended March 31, 2017, $18,346 was owed to our former Chief Financial Officer. For the year
ended March 31, 2016, $230,638 was paid to or accrued for our former Chief Financial Officer of which
$90,000 was salary and $140,638 was due to the grant of stock options.
Stock Option Plan and Grant
Our board of directors adopted and approved the 2015 Mobetize Stock Option Plan ("Plan") on August
7, 2015, which provides for the granting and issuance of up to 3,000,000 million shares of our common
stock. Mobetize has 2,020,000 stock options outstanding from the Plan at a $0.60 exercise price per
share for five years to our named officers and directors of which 1,563,000 have vested. At March 31,
2017, the Plan had 980,000 options available for future grant.
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Our board of directors administers the Plan, however, they may delegate this authority to a committee
formed to perform the administrative function of the Plan. The board of directors or a committee of the
board has the authority to construe and interpret provisions of the Plan as well as to determine the terms
of an award. Our board of directors may amend or modify the Plan at any time. However, no amendment
or modification shall adversely affect the rights and obligations with respect to outstanding awards unless
the holder consents to that amendment or modification.
Long-Term Incentive Plan Awards
We do not have any long-term incentive plans that provide compensation intended to serve as incentive
for performance.
Compensation of Directors
The following table provides summary information for the year ended March 31, 2017, concerning cash
and non-cash compensation paid or accrued by Mobetize to or on behalf of its non-executive directors.
Direc tor Summary Compensation Tabl e
Name
Fees earned or
Stock
Option
Non-equity
Nonqualified
All other
Total
paid in cash
awards
Awards
incentive plan
deferred
compensation
($)
($)
($)
($)
compensation
compensation
($)
($)
($)
Dr. Malek Ladki
-
-
272,386
-
-
-
272,386
Donald Duberstein
-
-
84,845
-
-
-
84,845
Outstanding Equity Awards at Fiscal Year End
No equity awards were outstanding as of the year ended March 31, 2017.
Pension, Retirement or Similar Benefit Plans
There are no arrangements or plans in which we provide pension, retirement or similar benefits for directors
or executive officers. We have no material bonus or profit sharing plans pursuant to which cash or non-
cash compensation is or may be paid to our directors or executive officers, except that stock options may
be granted at the discretion of the board of directors or a committee there.
ITEM 12.
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related
Stockholder Matters
The following table sets forth the total number of shares owned beneficially by each of our directors, named
executive officers, individually and as a group, and the present owners of 5% or more of our total
outstanding shares of Common Stock, Series A Preferred Shares and Series B Preferred Shares. Mobetize
has 23,450,233 common shares, 4,565,000 Series A preferred shares and 13,848,408 Series B preferred
shares issued and outstanding as of July 6, 2017.
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Common S h ares
Series A Prefer r ed Shares
Series B Preferred Shares
Name and Address
Amount and
Percentage
Amount and
Percentage
Amount and Percentage
of Beneficial Owner
Nature of
of Class
Nature of
of Class
Nature of
of Class
Beneficial
Beneficial
Beneficial
Ownership (1)
Ownership (1)
Ownership (1)
Ajay Hans
1018 Cornwall Street
New Westminster
-
4,565,000 (2)
7,862,278(2)
British Columbia
Direct and Indirect
0%
Direct
100%
Indirect
61%
V3M 1S2
Donald Duberstein
49 Bristol Drive
-
Boynton Beach
Direct
0%
-
-
1,189,167(3)
9%
Florida 33436
Malek Ladki
59 Kilbarry Crescent
-
Ottawa
Direct
0%
-
-
1,600,000(4)
12%
Ontario K1K 0H2
Directors and
Executive Officers as
a Group
Direct and Indirect
0%
4,565,000
10,651,445
Direct
100%
Direct and Indirect
82%
5%+ Shareholders
Stephen Fowler
51 Bay View Drive
10,231,000 (5)
Point Roberts
Direct and Indirect
44%
-
-
-
-
Washington 98281
Bacarrat Overseas
Limited
Pasea Estate Road
1,425,280 (6)
Town Tortola, British
Direct
6%
-
-
-
-
Virgin Islands
CPT Secure Inc.
325-3381 Cambie St.
855,000
7%
Vancouver
Direct and Indirect
0%
-
-
Direct
British Columbia
V5Z 2W6
(1)
Beneficial Ownership is determined in accordance with the rules of the Commission and generally includes voting or
investment power with respect to securities. Each of the beneficial owners listed above has direct ownership and sole
voting power and with respect to the shares of our Common Stock or Preferred Stock, as applicable.
(2)
Ajay Hans directly holds 4,565,000 shares of Series A Preferred and indirectly holds 3,212,278 shares of Series B
Preferred as the principal of Alligato Inc. and 4,650,000 shares of Series B Preferred as the principal of 085374 C Ltd.
(3)
Don Duberstein directly holds 1,169,167 shares of Series B Preferred and indirectly holds 20,000 shares of Series B
Preferred as the principal of The Duberstein Corporation.
(4)
Malek Ladki directly holds 300,000 shares of Series B Preferred and indirectly holds 1,300,000 shares of Series B
Preferred as the principal of Tactus Consulting, Inc.
(5)
Stephen Fowler directly holds 6,851,000 shares of common and indirectly holds 3,380,000 shares of common comprised
of 75,000 as the principal of Forte Finance, LLC, 2,605,000 as the principal of Forte Finance Limited, in addition to
directing 160,000 shares held in trust for his family members and 540,000 held by his wife.
(6)
Beneficial ownership of Bacarrat Overseas Limited is not known to management.
(7)
CPT Secure Inc. is owned and controlled by Francisco Kent Carasquero.
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ITEM 13.
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
Neither our directors or executive officers, nor any proposed nominee for election as a director, nor any
person who beneficially owns, directly or indirectly, shares carrying more than 5% of the voting rights
attached to all of our outstanding shares, nor any members of the immediate family (including spouse,
parents, children, siblings, and in − laws) of any of the foregoing persons has any material interest, direct
or indirect, in any transaction since the beginning of our last fiscal year or in any presently proposed
transaction which, in either case, has or will materially affect us except as follows:
· Don Duberstein, a director of Mobetize purchased a series of convertible debentures from Mobetize in the aggregate amount of $120,000 during the twelve months ended March 31, 2017. The convertible debentures had a twelve-month term, bore interest at 12% and 6% and were convertible at the discretion of the holder into shares of Series B preferred shares. During the year ended March 31, 2017, Don Duberstein converted $75,000 of these convertible debentures at a conversion price of $0.50 per Series B preferred share.
· Ajay Hans, the chief executive officer and a director of Mobetize, converted 4,081,481 shares of common stock held by a company controlled by him into 4,081,481 shares of Series B Preferred stock during the twelve months ended March 31, 2017.
· Malek Ladki, a director and chairman of the Board of Directors of Mobetize converted 300,000 shares of common stock into 300,000 shares of Series B Preferred stock during the twelve months ended March 31, 2017
· Don Duberstein, a director of Mobetize converted 1,039,167 shares of common stock into 1,039,167 shares of Series B Preferred stock during the twelve months ended March 31, 2017.
· Malek Ladki, extinguished debt in the amount of $24,000 due to services rendered by a company owned and controlled by Mr. Ladki in exchange for 1,300,000 shares of Mobetize's Series B Preferred stock.
Director Independence
Mobetize is quoted on the OTCQB inter-dealer quotation system, which does not have director
independence requirements. However, for purposes of determining director independence, we have
applied the definitions set out in NASDAQ Rule 4200(a)(15), which states that a director is not
considered to be independent if he or she is also an executive officer or employee of the corporation.
Accordingly, as of March 31, 2017, we consider one of our directors independent, who is not employed
by us.
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ITEM 14.
Principal Accounting Fees and Services
The aggregate fees billed for the most recently completed fiscal years ended March 31, 2017 and 2016 for
professional services rendered by our principal accountants for the audit of our annual financial
statements and review of the financial statements included in our quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and
services that are normally provided by the accountant in connection with statutory and regulatory filings
or engagements for these fiscal periods were as follows:
Davidson & Company
Grant Thornton
Years Ended
Years Ended
March 31, 2017
March 31, 2016
March 31, 2017
March 31, 2016
$
$
$
$
Audit Fees
25,000
-
-
35,000
Audit Related Fees
15,000
-
-
6,600
Tax Fees
-
-
-
8,260
All Other Fees
-
-
-
-
Total
4 0,000
-
-
48,420
On November 28, 2016, Mobetize dismissed Grant Thornton LLP as its independent registered public
accounting firm and engaged Davidson & Company to provide those services formerly provided by Grant
Thornton LLP.
Audit fees consist of fees billed for professional services rendered for the audit of our financial statements
and review of the interim financial statements included in quarterly reports and services. Tax fees are
related to the federal and state income tax returns for Mobetize. Other Fees are for the review of
transaction valuation and other transaction related events.
Our Board of Directors pre-approves all services provided by our independent auditors. All of the above
services and fees were reviewed and approved by the Board of Directors either before or after the
respective services were rendered.
Our Board of Directors has considered the nature and amount of fees billed by our independent auditors
and believes that the provision of services for activities unrelated to the audit is compatible with
maintaining our independent auditors' independence.
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PART IV - EXHIBITS
ITEM 15.
Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules
(a) Consolidated Financial Statements
The following documents are filed under " Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data, " pages
F-1 through F-27, and are included as part of this Form 10-K:
Financial Statements of the Company for the years ended March 31, 2017 and 2016:
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Consolidated Balance Sheets
Consolidated Statements of Loss and Comprehensive Loss
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity (Deficiency)
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(b) Exhibits
The exhibits required to be attached by Item 601 of Regulation S-K are listed in the Index to Exhibits on
page 40 of this Form 10-K, and are incorporated herein by this reference.
(c) Financial Statement Schedules
We are not filing any financial statement schedules as part of this Form 10-K because such schedules are
either not applicable or the required information is included in the financial statements or notes thereto.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) 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.
MOBETIZE CORP .
By: /s/ Ajay Hans
Ajay Hans, Chief Executive Officer, Chief
Financial Officer, and Principal Accounting
Officer
Date: July 6, 2017
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by
the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
By: /s/ Malek Ladki
Malek Ladki
Director
Date:July 6, 2017
By: /s/ Ajay Hans
Ajay Hans
Director
Date:July 6, 2017
By: /s/ Donald Duberstein
Donald Duberstein
Director
Date:July 6, 2017
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INDEX TO EXHIBITS
Exhibit No. Exhibit Description
3.1*
Articles of Incorporation, incorporated hereto by reference to the Form S-1, filed with the Commission on May
30, 2012.
3.1.1*
Certificate of Amendment filed on August 8, 2013 incorporated by reference to the Form 8-K filed with the
Commission on August 15, 2013.
3.1.2*
Certificate of Designation Series A Preferred filed on February 4, 2016, incorporated by reference to the Form 8-
K filed with the Commission on February 11, 2016.
3.1.3*
Certificate of Amended Designation Series A Preferred filed on May 20, 2016, incorporated by reference to the
Form 8-K filed with the Commission on June 3, 2016.
3.1.4*
Certificate of Designation Series B Preferred filed on May 23, 2016, incorporated by reference to the Form 8-K
filed with the Commission on June 3, 2016.
3.1.5*
Certificate of Amended Designation Series B Preferred filed on May 31, 2016, incorporated by reference to the
Form 8-K filed with the Commission on June 3, 2016.
3.2*
Bylaws, incorporated by reference to the Form S-1, filed with the Commission on May 30, 2012.
3.2.1*
Amended Bylaws, incorporated by reference to the Form 8-K filed with the Commission on February 11, 2016.
10.1*
Management Services Agreement between Mobetize and Alligato, Inc. dated June 1, 2013, incorporated by
reference to the Form 8-K filed with the Commission on September 16, 2013.
10.2*
Management Services Agreement between Mobetize and 053574 BC Ltd. dated June 1, 2013, incorporated hereto
by reference to the Form 8-K filed with the Commission on September 16, 2013.
10.3*
Consulting Agreement between Mobetize and Stephen Fowler dated July 15, 2013, incorporated hereto by
reference to the Form 8KA filed with the Commission on October 28, 2013.
10.4*
Assignment of Debt Agreement between Mobetize and Stephen Fowler dated April 4, 2012, incorporated by
reference to the Form 8-K/A filed with the Commission on November 22, 2013.
10.5*
License Assignment Agreement between Telepay, Inc. and Baccarat Overseas Ltd. dated August 21, 2012,
incorporated by reference to the Form 8-K filed with the Commission on September 16, 2013.
10.6*
Consulting agreement between Mobetize and Tanuki Business Consulting, Inc. dated September 23, 2013,
incorporated by reference to the Form 8-K filed with the Commission on October 1, 2013.
10.7*
Consulting agreement between Mobetize and Institutional Marketing Services, Inc. dated November 13, 2013,
incorporated by reference to the Form 8-K filed with the Commission on March 18, 2014.
10.8*
Form of Subscription Agreement with the Subscribers dated June 25, 2014, incorporated by reference to the Form
10-K filed with the Commission on June 30, 2014.
10.9*
Management Consulting Agreement between Mobetize Corp. and Ajay Hans dated July 1, 2014, incorporated by
reference to the Form 10-K/A filed with the Commission on July 13, 2016.
10.10
Software Application License, Customization Development and Service Level Agreement dated September 20,
2016, between Mobetize and GF Financial Group incorporated by reference to the Form 10-Q filed with the
Commission on February 2, 2017, (certain commercial terms of this exhibit have been omitted pursuant to a grant
of confidential treatment).
10.11
Joint Venture Agreement dated January 17, 2017 between Mobetize and CPT Secure Inc. incorporated by
reference to the Form 10-Q filed with the Commission on February 2, 2017.
10.12*
Software Application License, Customization Development and Service Level Agreement dated February 1, 2017,
effective December 15, 2016, between Mobeitze USA Inc. and Tata Communications (America) Inc. incorporated
by reference to the Form 8-K filed with the Commission on February 6, 2017 (certain commercial terms of this
exhibit have been omitted pursuant to a grant of confidential treatment).).
14*
Code of Business Conduct and Ethics adopted by Mobetize Corp.'s Board of Directors on July 26, 2016,
incorporated by reference to the Form 10-Q filed with the Commission on August 12, 2016.
21*
Subsidiaries of Mobetize incorporated by reference to the Form 10-K/A filed with the Commission July 13, 2016
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Consent of Grant Thornton LLP Independent Chartered Accountants.
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Certification of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Exchange
Act as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, attached.
32.
Certification of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 as
adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, attached.
99*
2015 Mobetize Stock Option Plan dated August 10, 2015, incorporated by reference to the Form 8-K filed with
the Commission on August 11, 2015.
101. INS XBRL Instance Document †
101. PRE XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase †
101. LAB XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase †
101. DEF XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase †
101. CAL XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase †
101. SCH XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema †
* Incorporated by reference to previous filings of the Company.
† Pursuant to Rule 406T of Regulation S-T, these interactive data files are deemed "furnished" and not "filed" or part of a registration statement or prospectus for purposes of Section 11 or 12 of the Securities Act of 1933, or deemed "furnished" and not "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, and otherwise is not subject to liability under these section
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