LiveOne Issues $3.75M in Stock to Merlin for Royalty Payments, Extends Content Agreement

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LiveOne, Inc. will issue 500,000 shares of common stock, valued at $3.75 million, to Merlin to cover outstanding and future music royalty payments, extending a key digital music services agreement.

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• Stock Issued for Royalty Payments

  LiveOne will issue 500,000 shares of common stock to Music and Entertainment Rights Licensing Independent Network Limited (Merlin) at a deemed price of $7.50 per share.

• Total Value of Issuance

  The shares represent a total value of $3.75 million, which will be used to satisfy outstanding and future music royalty obligations.

• No Cash Proceeds to Company

  The company will not receive any cash proceeds from this share issuance, as it is solely for the settlement of liabilities.

• Content Agreement Extended

  The Digital Music Services Agreement with Merlin has been extended through November 30, 2026, with a potential further extension to November 30, 2027.

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This filing details LiveOne's decision to issue a substantial amount of common stock to Merlin as payment for music royalties, rather than using cash. While this move conserves cash, which is critical given the company's recent 'going concern' warning and cash burn, it results in significant dilution for existing shareholders, representing over 6% of the current market capitalization. The shares are being issued at a deemed price of $7.50, which is notably above the current market price, suggesting a favorable valuation for this specific transaction. The agreement also extends a crucial digital music services agreement, securing content rights through at least November 2026. Investors should monitor the company's cash position and future capital management strategies, as this indicates ongoing financial strain.