As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on April 20, 2020.October 31, 2022

 

Registration Statement No. 333-237516

333-

 

 

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON,Washington, D.C. 20549

 

Amendment No. 2 to

FORM S-1

REGISTRATION STATEMENT

UNDER THE

THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933

 

SUMMIT WIRELESS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.WiSA Technologies, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Delaware 50653674 30-1135279
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
 (Primary Standard Industrial
Classification
Code Number)
 (I.R.S. Employer
Identification
Number)

 

Summit WirelessWiSA Technologies, Inc.

6840 Via Del Oro, Ste. 28015268 NW Greenbrier Pkwy
Beaverton, OR 97006

San Jose, CA 95119

(408) 627-4716


(Address, including zip code, and telephone number, including area code, of registrant’s principal executive offices)

 

Brett Moyer


Chief Executive Officer

Summit Wireless
WiSA Technologies, Inc.

6840 Via Del Oro, Ste. 28015268 NW Greenbrier Pkwy
Beaverton, OR 97006

San Jose, CA 95119

(408) 627-4716


(Name, address, including zip code, and telephone number, including area code, of agent for service)

 

Copies to:

David E. Danovitch, Esq.

ScottAaron M. Miller,Schleicher, Esq.

Michael DeDonato, Esq.


Sullivan & Worcester LLP

1633 Broadway

New York, NY 10019

(212) 660-3060

Brett Moyer

Chief Executive Officer

Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc.
6840 Via Del Oro, Ste. 280

San Jose, CA 95119

(408) 627-4716

Leslie Marlow, Esq.

Hank Gracin, Esq.


Patrick J. Egan, Esq.

Hank Gracin, & Marlow,Esq.
Blank Rome LLP

The Chrysler Building

405 Lexington
1271 Avenue 26th Floor

of the Americas
New York, NY 10174

New York 10020
(212) 907-6457885-5000

 

Approximate date of commencement of proposed sale to the public:As soon as practicable after the effective date of this registration statement.

 

If any of the securities being registered on this Form are to be offered on a delayed or continuous basis pursuant to Rule 415 under the Securities Act of 1933, check the following box:x

 

If this Form is filed to register additional securities for an offering pursuant to Rule 462(b) under the Securities Act, please check the following box and list the Securities Act registration statement number of the earlier effective registration statement for the same offering.¨

 

If this Form is a post-effective amendment filed pursuant to Rule 462(c) under the Securities Act, check the following box and list the Securities Act registration statement number of the earlier effective registration statement for the same offering.¨

 

If this Form is a post-effective amendment filed pursuant to Rule 462(d) under the Securities Act, check the following box and list the Securities Act registration statement number of the earlier effective registration statement for the same offering.¨

 

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

 

Large accelerated filer¨Accelerated filer¨
Non-accelerated filerxþSmaller reporting companyxþ
Emerging Growth Companyxgrowth companyþ

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 7(a)(2)(B) of the Securities Act.¨

CALCULATION OF REGISTRATION FEE

Title of Securities Being Registered Proposed
Maximum
Aggregate Offering
Price(1)(2)
  Amount of
Registration Fee
 
Common stock(3)(4) $7,475,000  $970.26 
Common stock purchase warrants to purchase shares of common stock(5)(6)      
Common stock underlying common stock purchase warrants(3)(4)(6)(7) $7,475,000  $970.26 
Pre-funded common stock purchase warrants to purchase shares of common stock(4)(5)(8)      
Common stock underlying pre-funded common stock purchase warrants(3)(4)(5)(7)      
Underwriters’ warrants to purchase shares of common stock(5)(8)      
Common stock underlying Underwriters’ warrants(3)(7)(8) $390,000  $50.62 
Total $15,340,000  $1,991.13(9)

(1)In accordance with Rule 457(o) under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), the number of securities being registered and the proposed maximum offering price per share and per common stock purchase warrant are not included in this table.
(2)Estimated solely for purposes of computing the amount of the registration fee pursuant to Rule 457(o) under the Securities Act.
(3)  Pursuant to Rule 416 under the Securities Act, the securities registered hereby also include an indeterminate number of additional shares of common stock as may from time to time become issuable by reason of stock splits, distributions, recapitalizations or other similar transactions. 
(4)The proposed maximum offering price of the common stock proposed to be sold in this offering will be reduced on a dollar-for-dollar basis based on the offering price of any pre-funded common stock purchase warrants offered and sold in this offering.
(5)No registration fee is required pursuant to Rule 457(g)or Rule 457(i)under the Securities Act.
(6)The common stock purchase warrants are exercisable at a per share exercise price equal to 100% of the public offering price of one share of common stock. The proposed maximum aggregate public offering price of the shares of Common Stock issuable upon exercise of the common warrants was calculated to be $7,475,000, which is equal to 100% of the proposed maximum aggregate public offering price of the shares of common stock in this offering.
(7)Estimated solely for the purposes of calculating the registration fee pursuant to Rule 457(g) under the Securities Act.
(8)The underwriters’ warrants represent up to 5% of the aggregate number of shares of common stockand the shares of common stock issuable upon exercise of the pre-fundedcommon stock purchasewarrants sold in this offering and are exercisable at a per share exercise price equal to 120% of the public offering price of the shares of common stock. The proposed maximum aggregate offering price of the underwriters’ warrants is $390,000, which is equal to 120% of 5% (or $325,000) of the proposed maximum aggregate offering price of $6,500,000.
(9)A filing fee of $1,567.34 was previously paid.

The registrant hereby amends this Registration Statement on such date or dates as may be necessary to delay its effective date until the registrant shall file a further amendment that specifically states that this Registration Statement shall thereafter become effective in accordance with Section 8(a) of the Securities Act, or until the Registration Statement shall become effective on such date as the Securities and Exchange Commission, acting pursuant to said Section 8(a), may determine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The information in this preliminary prospectus is not complete and may be changed. WeThese securities may not sell these securitiesbe sold until the registration statement related to these securities filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission is declared effective. This prospectus is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy these securities and we areit is not soliciting offersan offer to buy these securities in any state where the offer or sale is not permitted.

 

PRELIMINARY PROSPECTUSSUBJECT TO COMPLETIONDATED APRIL20, 2020OCTOBER 31, 2022

 

 

Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc. 

1,226,415 Shares of Common Stock

Common Warrants to Purchase up to                  1,226,415 Shares of Common Stock

Pre-funded WarrantsUp to Purchase                 Shares of Common Stock

Shares of Common Stock Underlying the Pre-funded underlying Warrants

 

Summit Wireless

WiSA Technologies, Inc. (the “Company”, “we”, “us” or “our”)

This is a best efforts public offering an aggregate of 1,226,415of: (i)           shares (the “Shares”) of our common stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Common Stock”), together with a number of and (ii) common stock purchase warrants (the “Warrants”) to purchase up to an aggregate of            1,226,415 shares of Common Stock (and(the “Warrants”) at an assumed combined public offering price of $            per share of Common Stock and accompanying Warrant (which is based on the closing price of our Common Stock of $            per share as reported by the Nasdaq Capital Market on            , 2022).

Each Warrant, upon exercise at a price of $            per share (            % of the combined public offering price of the Common Stock and accompanying Warrant), will result in the issuance of one share of Common Stock to the holder of such Warrant. This prospectus also relates to the shares of Common Stock that are issuable from time to time upon exercise of the Warrants). We are also offering to each purchaser whose purchase of shares of Common Stock in this offering would otherwise result in the purchaser, together with its affiliates and certain related parties, beneficially owning more than 4.99% (or, at the election of the holder, 9.99%) of our outstanding shares of Common Stock immediately following the consummation of this offering, the opportunity to purchase, if the purchaser so chooses, pre-funded warrants to purchase Common Stock (the “Pre-Funded Warrants”), in lieu of shares of Common Stock. Each Pre-Funded Warrant will be exercisable for one share of our Common Stock.

The purchase price ofeach Pre-Funded Warrant will equal the price per share at which the shares of Common Stock are being sold to the public in this offering, minus $0.01, and the exercise price of each Pre-Funded Warrant will be $0.01 per share. This offering also relates to the shares of Common Stock issuable upon exercise of any Warrants and Pre-Funded Warrants sold in this offering. For each Pre-Funded Warrant that we sell, the number of shares of Common Stock that we are offering will be decreased on a one-for-one basis. Each share of Common Stock and Pre-Funded Warrant is being sold together with an accompanying Warrant to purchase one (1) share of our Common Stock, at an exercise price of $ per share (100% of the public offering price of one share of Common Stock). Because we will issue a Warrant for each share of our Common Stock and for each Pre-Funded Warrant sold in this offering, the number of Warrants sold in this offering will not change as a result of a change in the mix of the shares of our Common Stock and Pre-Funded Warrants sold.Warrants.

 

The Warrants will be immediately exercisable immediately, and will expire five (5) years from the date of issuance.after their initial exercise date. The shares of Common Stock or Pre-Funded Warrants can be purchased only with the accompanying Warrants, (other than the over-allotment option), but will be issued separately, and will be immediately separable upon issuance.

 

Our Common Stock is listed on theThe Nasdaq Capital Market (“Nasdaq”) under the symbol “WISA.” On April 17, 2020, the“WISA”. The last reported saleclosing price offor our Common Stock on Nasdaq on October 31, 2022 was $5.30$0.55 per share, which gives effect to our one-for-twenty reverse stock split of our outstanding shares of Common Stock effective on April 9, 2020. share.

The actual public offering price per share of Common Stockfor our securities in this offering will be determined between us and the underwriters at the time of pricing, and may be at a discount to the then current market price. Therefore, theThe assumed combined public offering price used throughout this prospectus may not be indicative of the final offering price. The final public offering price will be determined through negotiation between us and investors based upon a number of factors, including our history and our prospects, the industry in which we operate, our past and present operating results, the previous experience of our executive officers and the general condition of the securities markets at the time of this offering. There is no established public trading market for the Warrants or the Pre-Funded Warrants and we do not expect a marketmarkets to develop. In addition, we do not intend to apply for the listing of the Warrants or the Pre-Funded Warrants on any national securities exchange or other trading market. Without an active trading market, the liquidity of the Warrants and the Pre-Funded Warrants will be limited.

 

We expect this offering to be completed not later than two business days following the commencement of this offering and we will deliver all securities to be issued in connection with this offering delivery versus payment/receipt versus payment upon receipt of investor funds received by us. Accordingly, neither we nor the placement agent have made any arrangements to place investor funds in an escrow account or trust account since the placement agent will not receive investor funds in connection with the sale of the securities offered hereunder.

On March 31, 2020,

We have engaged Maxim Group LLC as our stockholders approved a reverse stock split of our outstanding Common Stock at a specific ratio within a range from one-for-four to one-for-twenty, and also granted authorization to our board of directorsexclusive placement agent (“Board”Maxim” or the “placement agent”) to determine,use its reasonable best efforts to solicit offers to purchase our securities in its sole discretion,this offering. The placement agent has no obligation to purchase any of the specific ratio and timing of such reverse stock split. In accordance therewith, on April 9, 2020, a one-for-twenty reverse stock split of our outstanding Common Stock became effectivesecurities from us or to arrange for the tradingpurchase or sale of our Common Stock. Unless otherwise indicated, all shareany specific number or dollar amount of the securities. Because there is no minimum offering amount required as a condition to closing in this offering the actual public offering amount, placement agent’s fee, and price per share informationproceeds to us, if any, are not presently determinable and may be substantially less than the total maximum offering amounts set forth above and throughout this prospectus. We have agreed to pay the placement agent the placement agent fees set forth in the table below. See “Plan of Distribution” in this prospectus has been adjusted to reflect such one-for-twenty reverse stock split.for more information.

 

We are an “emerging growth company” as the term is used in the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act of 2012 (the “JOBS Act”) and, as such, have elected to comply with certain reduced public company reporting requirements for this prospectus and future filings. See “Prospectus Summary—Implications of Being an Emerging Growth Company.”

  

Per
Share and

Accompanying

Warrant

  

Per Pre-
Funded
Warrant and

Accompanying

Warrant

 Total(1) 
PublicCombined public offering price(2)(3)$ $   $  
Underwriting discounts and commissionsPlacement agent fees(2)(3)(4)(1)$ $   $  
Proceeds, before expenses, to us$(2) $   $  

(1)Assumes no saleRepresents a cash fee equal to     % of Pre-Funded Warrants.the aggregate purchase price paid by investors in this offering. We have also agreed to reimburse the placement agent for certain of its offering-related expenses and pay the placement agent a non-accountable expense allowance equal to    % of the gross proceeds raised in this offering. See “Plan of Distribution” beginning on page 64 of this prospectus for a description of the compensation to be received by the placement agent.
  
(2)

The publicamount of offering price is $       per share of Common Stock and $0.01 per accompanying Warrant and $     per Pre-Funded Warrant and $0.01 per accompanying Warrant.

(3)The underwriters will receive an underwriting discount equalproceeds to 8.0%us presented in this table does not give effect to any exercise of the gross proceeds in this offering, other than any sales to an investor with whom we have a pre-existing relationship, for which the underwriters will receive an underwriting discount equal to 4.0%.  In addition, we have agreed to pay up to a maximum of $100,000 of the fees and expenses of the underwriters in connection with this offering, which includes the fees and expenses of underwriters’ counsel. See “Underwriting” Section for more information.
(4)We have also agreed to issue to the underwriters warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 61,320 shares of our Common Stock. See “Underwriting” beginning on page 54 for additional information regarding these warrants and underwriting compensation generally.Warrants.

We have also granted an option to the underwriters to purchase up to an aggregate of 183,962 additional shares of Common Stock and/or Warrants to purchase up to an additional 183,962 shares of Common Stock on the same terms and conditions set forth above from us within 45 days after the date of this prospectus to cover over-allotments, if any.

 

We estimate the expenses of this offering, excluding underwriting discounts and commissions, will be approximately $280,000. 

Investing in our securities involves risks.a high degree of risk. See “Risk Factors” beginning on page 115 of this prospectus for a discussion ofand in the risks thatdocuments which are incorporated by reference herein to read about factors you should consider in connection with an investmentbefore investing in our securities.

 

The underwriters expect to deliverWe anticipate that delivery of the Company’s securities to the purchasersshares of Common Stock and Warrants against payment therefor will be made on or aboutbefore          , 2020. 2022.

 

Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission nor any state securities commission has approved or disapproved of these securities or determined if this prospectus is truthful or complete. Any representation to the contrary is a criminal offense.

Maxim Group LLC

 

The date of this prospectus is          ___, 2020. , 2022

 

 

 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

About this ProspectusPage1
Prospectus Summary12
The Offering4
Risk Factors115
Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements2721
Industry and Market Data2821
Use of Proceeds2922
Dividend Policy3023
Capitalization3124
Dilution32
Certain Relationships and Related Party Transactions3425
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial OwnershipOwners and Management41
Description of Securities4426
Description of Securities That We Are Offering4830
Material U.S. Federal Income Tax ConsiderationsConsequences to Holders of Common Stock and Warrants5034
UnderwritingPlan of Distribution5441
Disclosure of Commission Position on Indemnification for Securities Act Liability44
Legal Matters5844
Experts5844
Where You Can Find More Information5944
Incorporation by Reference5945

ABOUT THIS PROSPECTUS

 

The registration statement on Form S-1 of which this prospectus forms a part and that we have filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”(“SEC”), includes exhibits that provide more detail of the matters discussed in this prospectus. You should read this prospectus and the related exhibits filed with the SEC, together with the additional information described under the headingsheading “Where You Can Find More Information” and “Incorporation by Reference” before making your investment decision.Information.”

 

You should rely only on the information providedcontained in this prospectus or inand the related exhibits, any prospectus supplement or any free writing prospectusesamendment thereto and the documents incorporated by reference, or amendments thereto.to which we have referred you, before making your investment decision. Neither we, nor the underwritersplacement agent or any financial advisor engaged by us in connection with this offering, have authorized anyone else to provide you with additional information or information different information. If anyone provides you with different or inconsistentfrom that contained in this prospectus. Neither the delivery of this prospectus nor the sale of our securities means that the information youcontained in this prospectus is correct after the date of this prospectus.

You should not rely on it. You should assume that the information contained in this prospectus, any prospectus supplement or amendments thereto, as well as information we have previously filed with the SEC, is accurate only as of any date other than the date hereof.on the front cover of the applicable document. Our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects may have changed since that date.those dates. This prospectus, any prospectus supplement or amendments thereto do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to purchase, the securities offered by this prospectus, any prospectus supplement or amendments thereto in any jurisdiction to or from any person to whom or from whom it is unlawful to make such offer or solicitation of an offer in such jurisdiction.

 

For investors outside the United States: Neither we, nor the underwriters areany placement agent or financial advisor engaged by us in connection with this offering, to sell or seeking offers to purchase these securities inhave taken any jurisdiction where the offer or sale is not permitted. Neither we nor the underwriters have done anythingaction that would permit this offering or possession or distribution of this prospectus in any jurisdiction where action for that purpose is required, other than in the United States. Persons outside the United States who come into possession of this prospectus must inform themselves about, and observe any restrictions relating to, the offering of the securities as tocovered hereby and the distribution of thethis prospectus outside of the United States.States.

 

InformationNo person is authorized in connection with this prospectus to give any information or to make any representations about us, the securities offered hereby or any matter discussed in this prospectus, other than the information and representations contained in this prospectus. If any other information or representation is given or made, such information or representation may not be relied upon as having been authorized by us. To the extent there is a conflict between the information contained in this prospectus and any prospectus supplement, you should rely on the information in such prospectus supplement, provided that can be accessed through, our web site, www.summitwireless.com, does not constitute partif any statement in one of these documents is inconsistent with a statement in another document having a later date — for example, a document incorporated by reference in this prospectus or any prospectus supplement — the statement in the document having the later date modifies or supersedes the earlier statement.

Neither we nor the placement agent have done anything that would permit this offering or possession or distribution of this prospectus in any jurisdiction where action for that purpose is required, other than the United States. You are required to inform yourself about, and to observe any restrictions relating to, this offering and the distribution of this prospectus.

 

This prospectus includes marketWhen used herein, unless the context requires otherwise, references to the “WiSA,” “Company,” “we,” “our” and industry data that has been obtained from third party sources, including industry publications, as well as industry data prepared by our management on the basis of its knowledge of and experience in the industries in which we operate (including our management’s estimates and assumptions relating“us” refer to such industries based on that knowledge). Management’s knowledge of such industries has been developed through its experience and participation in these industries. While our management believes the third-party sources referred to in this prospectus are reliable, neither we nor our management have independently verified any of the data from such sources referred to in this prospectus or ascertained the underlying economic assumptions relied upon by such sources. Internally prepared and third party market forecasts, in particular, are estimates only and may be inaccurate, especially over long periods of time. In addition, the underwriters have not independently verified any of the industry data prepared by management or ascertained the underlying estimates and assumptions relied upon by management. Furthermore, references in this prospectus to any publications, reports, surveys or articles prepared by third parties should not be construed as depicting the complete findings of the entire publication, report, survey or article. The information in any such publication, report, survey or article is not incorporated by reference in this prospectus.WiSA Technologies, Inc., a Delaware corporation.

 

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PROSPECTUS SUMMARY

This summary highlights information about us, this offering and selected information contained elsewhere in or incorporated by reference into this prospectus andprospectus. This summary does not contain all of the information that you should consider in making your investment decision. Beforebefore investing in our securities, yousecurities. You should carefully read this entire prospectus, and our other filings with the documentsSEC, including the following sections, which are either included herein and/or incorporated by reference herein,, including our consolidated financial statements and the related notes and the information set forth under the sections titled “Risk Factors” andFactors,” “Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements”. UnlessStatements,” “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and the context otherwise requires, we use the terms “Summit,” “Company,” “our,” “us,” and “we”consolidated financial statements incorporated by reference herein, before making a decision about whether to invest in this prospectus to refer to, prior to the corporate conversion discussed below, Summit Semiconductor, LLC, and after the corporate conversion, to Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc. (f/k/a Summit Semiconductor, Inc.) and, where appropriate, in each case our consolidated subsidiaries.securities.

 

Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc.

Company Overview

 

We believe that the future of audioare an emerging technology is in wireless devicescompany and that Summit is well positioned to deliver best-in-class immersive wireless sound technology for intelligent devices and next generation home entertainment systems. We currently sell modules which wirelessly transmit and receive audio directly to speakers. Additionally, we plan to license our proprietary software technology, currently embedded in our wireless modules, to other companies who can then embed our technology into other Wi-Fi enabled smart devices. The segment of the wireless audio market that Summit focuses on is comprised of scalable multichannel solutions with levels of latency that are low enough to synchronize with video. The term multichannel refers to the use of multiple audio tracks to reconstruct a sound field using multiple speakers.

As part of the effort to grow the wireless multichannel home audio segment, Summit was a founding member of the WiSA Association, an association dedicated to providing industry leadership and consumer choice through interoperability testing between brands. There are currently over 60 brands participating in the WiSA Association. Products certified and marked with a WiSA Association logo have been tested to interoperate. This preserves consumer choice by enabling consumers to choose different wireless transmitting products across different brands where audio is decoded with speakers that have the WiSA Association logo displayed. Our marketing strategy focuses on, what we believe, are two emerging wireless audio market needs: better audio quality and lower signal latency. Summit currently sells custom semiconductor chips and wireless modules to a growing list of consumer electronics customers, including major brands in the consumer electronic industry. We believe that a growing adoption of our technology by leaders in this industry will revolutionize the way people experience media content through their mobile devices, televisions (“TVs”), game consoles and personal computers (“PCs”).

Our Business Focus

Our primary business focus is to enable mainstream consumers and audio enthusiasts to experience high quality wireless audio. We intend to continue selling our proprietary wireless modules to consumer electronics companies while also expanding our focus to implement a lower cost solution by porting our software onto commercially available internet of things (“IoT”) modules with integrated Wi-Fi technology.

 

Industry Background

The primary growth segments for in home entertainment have been “Bluetooth” stereo accessories which include single speakers, headsets, and more recently, “multi-room” stereo speakers that use your home’s Wi-Fi network to stream audio throughout the house. The information contained in or accessible through the foregoing website is not part of this prospectus, or the registration statement of which this prospectus forms a part, and is for informational purposes only.

Our Technology

Our technology addresses some of the main issues that we perceive are hindering the growth of the home theater: complexity of installation and cost. We believe that consumers want to experience theater quality surround sound from the comfort of their homes. However, wired home theater systems often require expensive audio-visual (“AV”) receivers to decode the audio stream, leaving the consumer with the burden of concealing the wires. Hiring a professional to hide the wires into the walls or floor is invasive, complicated, costly and time consuming. Further, people thatwho rent as opposed to own may not be able to install these systems as the installation construction needed may not be permitted under a lease agreement. Our first-generation wireless technology addresses these problems by transmitting wireless audio to each speaker at Blu-ray quality (uncompressed 24-bit audio up to 96 kHz sample rates) and emphasizing ease of setup. To our knowledge, Summit’sour custom chips and modules technology is one of the onlyfew technologies available today that can stream up to eight (8) separate wireless audio channels with low latency, removing lip-sync issues between the audio and video sources. In addition, every speaker within a system that utilizes our technology can be synchronized to less than one microsecond, thus eliminating phase distortion between speakers. Summit’sOur first-generation technology shows that wireless home theater systems are viable home audio solutions for the average consumer and audio enthusiast alike.

 

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Summit is currentlyCurrent research and development investments focus on developing certain proprietaryWi-Fi compatible software for transmitting multichannel wireless audio for which patent applications have been submitted that we believe will allow us to enablesubmitted. A software solution enables smart devices that have Wi-Fi and video media to deliver surround sound audio. A prototype version ofaudio and allows us to port our wireless audio technology to popular Wi-Fi based modules and systems on a chip (“SOC”) already shipping in volume. Our “Discovery” module announced in January 2021 is the first IoT module solution with our embedded wireless audio software technology has been demonstratedthat supports up to select customers (pursuantfour separate wireless audio channels and, we believe, reduces the cost per wireless channel by over 50% for soundbars and entry level home theater applications up to confidentiality agreements) at recent Consumer Electronics Shows in Las Vegas, Nevada.a 3.1 configuration. Our goal is to continue to commercialize and improve performance of a software based-solution, which other brands can integrate into their devices, that will (i) reduce integration costs for mass market use, (ii) utilize Wi-Fi for wireless connectivity, making it easy to integrate into today’s high volume, low cost systems on a chip (“SOC”)SOC and modules, (iii) provide a low power consumption option to allow for use in battery powered devices, and (iv) provide compatibility with popular consumer electronic operating systems.

 

WiSA AssociationRecent Developments

 

Our wholly-owned subsidiary,Strategic Transaction

On October 31, 2022, we announced that we are moving forward in our exploration of strategic alternatives to consider a wide range of options. To explore strategic opportunities specifically involved in our IP and licensable software used in WiSA LLC, operatesE and WiSA DS technologies, our board of directors approved the WiSA Association, which isengagement of AQ Technology Partners during the third quarter. To date, four companies have executed non-disclosure agreements in consideration of a potential transaction. We, with our advisors, are evaluating a broad range of strategic transactions. Potential strategic transactions that may be explored or evaluated as part of this process include the potential for capital raising transactions, an association comprisedacquisition, sale of brands, manufacturers, and influencers within the consumer electronics industry,assets, including substantially all of our assets, merger, business combination, partnership, joint venture, licensing and/or another strategic alternative. Despite devoting efforts to identify and evaluate potential strategic transactions, the process may not result in any definitive offer to consummate a strategic transaction, or, if we receive such a definitive offer, the terms may not be as favorable as anticipated or may not result in the execution or approval of a definitive agreement. Even if we enter into a definitive agreement, we may not be successful in completing a transaction or, if we complete such a transaction, it may not enhance stockholder value or deliver expected benefits.

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Preliminary Financial Results

We have not yet completed our closing procedures for the quarter ended September 30, 2022. Presented below are certain estimated preliminary financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2022. These amounts are based on the information available to us at this time. We have provided estimated ranges, rather than specific amounts, because these results are preliminary and subject to change. As such, our actual results may differ from the estimated preliminary results presented in this prospectus and will not be finalized until after we complete our normal quarter-end accounting procedures, which agree thatwill occur after the consummation of this offering. Our preliminary results set forth below reflect our management’s best estimate of the impact of events during the quarter.

These estimates should not be viewed as a standardized method of interoperability between wireless audio componentssubstitute for our full interim or annual financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”). Accordingly, you should exist, and most of which believe that productsnot place undue reliance on these preliminary financial results. These estimated preliminary results should be brought to market with this goalread in mind. The WiSA Association creates, maintains and manages specifications for wireless interoperability that are available to all association members. For products with a WiSA Association certification, the WiSA Association also creates, maintains and manages testing criteria and specifications for all products to be listed, marketed and sold. WiSA-certification is an industrywide “stamp of approval” certifying that a product is interoperable with other products in the WiSA ecosystem and has passed several high-performance tests ensuring interoperability and wireless performance standards are met. As the sole owner of WiSA, LLC, we certify all WiSA Association products.

In 2018, the Company introduced the WiSA ReadyTM certification. The WiSA ReadyTM certification identifies entertainment sources – such as TVs, gaming systems or computers – that are equipped to deliver up to eight (8) channels of HD audio to WiSA-certified speakers when connected with a WiSA Universal Serial Bus (“USB”) transmitter. This program simplifies consumer set-up and reduces costs by replacing AV receivers or wireless hubs with a low-cost USB accessory. We believe that using WiSA ReadyTMproducts allows consumers to more simply and conveniently enjoy wireless multi-channel sound, eliminating the clutter, wires and complicated installs generally required to create immersive audio experiences. LG Electronics introduced two premium model lines, OLED and Nanocell TVs, as WiSA ReadyTM TVs in 2019 and has continued the feature in their 2020 TVs. The Company expects two to three other TV projects to go into production in 2020 and anticipates three to four additional TV brands to be marketing WiSA projects in 2021.

Currently, WiSA-certified products are required to use Summit modules in order to meet the standards set by the WiSA Association. As a result, WiSA Association members purchase modules from us in order to build their products to meet such standards.

Among WiSA-certified products, consumers will be able to outfit their home entertainment system with WiSA-certified speakers and components from any participating vendorconjunction with the assurance that“Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and “Risk Factors” sections and our consolidated financial statements, including the devices will interoperate and provide high quality wireless HD surround sound.notes thereto, incorporated by reference in this prospectus.

 

The WiSA Association manages logo usagepreliminary financial results included in this prospectus have been prepared by, and trademark guidelines, investigates alternative markets, connects brandsare the responsibility of, our management. BPM LLP, the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm, has not audited, reviewed, compiled or applied agreed-upon procedures with respect to manufacturing resources,the preliminary financial results and we believe, provides industry leadership in solving the challenges facing the home theater and commercial markets in the integrationkey operating metrics. Accordingly, BPM LLP does not express an opinion or any other form of wireless audio technology.

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WiSA Association web traffic has experienced recent dramatic growth in unique user visits to its site. Traffic increased by 1,199 visits in the first quarter of 2019, 2,259 visits during the second quarter of 2019, 3,434 visits during the third quarter of 2019, 19,217 visits during the fourth quarter of 2019 and 32,383 visits during the first quarter of 2020 (from January 1, 2020 to March 18, 2020). The WiSA Association utilizes Google analytics to identify and measure unique user web traffic.

Modules

Summit has designed wireless modules that provide high performance wireless audio for our customers to integrate into their products, such as a speaker, TV, media hubs and USB or HDMI dongles. These modules include our custom semiconductorsassurance with our intellectual property (“IP”) built in as well as a Wi-Fi radio for communications. By designing and selling these modules, we can reduce our customers’ design expense, accelerate their time-to-market cycle, and reduce the cost of each module. Summit offers both a “TX” module to transmit the audio from a host device like a media hub, TV or dongle to WiSA-enabled speakers and an “RX” model for speakers that receive the wireless audio signal and processes it for audio play out.

Modules for Consumer Products

Summit’s TX modules are targeted for integration into TVs, AV receivers, media hubs and USB or HDMI dongles. Summit’s transmitter, with its integrated antenna, is designed to support rooms as large as 10-meters by 10-meters with uncompressed, 24-bit audio up to 96 kHz sample rate. The module supports a simple interface, with Inter-IC Sound (“I2S”) or USB audio and control. In addition, Summit’s technology has been approved by Digital Content Protection, LLC, the licensing agency for High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection, as an audio only output technology for retransmission of audio content.

Summit’s receiver interfaces to a digital amplifier and is designed to be integrated directly into a home theater speaker. The four printed circuit board antennas simplify system integration while providing robust reception of 24-bit audio up to 96 kHz sample rates virtually anywhere within a 10-meter by 10-meter space. It supports one or two separate audio outputs via I2S. An optional interface on the receiver module can be enabled to configure the speaker type and provide volume/mute control at the speaker. Alternatively, the speaker type can be assigned at the factory for preconfigured Home Theater in a Box applications.respect thereto.

 

The Summit Opportunity

We believe thatfollowing are our estimated preliminary financial results for the following attributes: cost, mobility, video support, ease of installation and quality create a market opportunity for Summit’s technologies to be adopted by the consumer electronics industry as described further below.

Cost

We believe that the simplicity and cost structure of our current WiSA USB transmitter and upcoming embedded software solution will make our prices competitive for a wider range of applications, allowing consumer electronics companies to integrate our technology, while also delivering high quality audio.

Mobility

Mobile devices are popular for streaming video, gaming and using virtual reality applications. We believe that this is driving a need for an embedded high-fidelity wireless solution in the mobile device that can transmit audio to headsets or speakers within a room. Summit’s technology enables high quality wireless audio transmission from mobile devices.

Video Support

Wireless audio capable of supporting video has become a priority for consumers across a variety of high-volume multimedia platforms, including TV’s, smartphones, game consoles and set-top boxes. Video applications require audio and video to be perfectly synchronized in order to avoid lip-sync and speaker audio phase distortion issues. Summit’s technology prioritizes low latency and synchronization to less than one microsecond, thus practically eliminating phase distortion between speakers.three months ended September 30, 2022:

 

3We expect preliminary unaudited revenue for the three months ended September 30, 2022 to be in the range of $            million to $            million, as compared to approximately $1.8 million for the same period in 2021.

Ease of Installation

We believe that the home theater market has moved toward simplicity in recent years. The costly and inconvenient home theaters of the past have left consumers with a desire for audio systems that provide a simplified installation process. We believe that new audio systems, including the predominant sound bar system, are unable to provide high levels of performance, especially in the surround-sound market. Summit’s technology greatly simplifies the installation process of true surround-sound systems. This allows consumers to install a home theater system with the same amount of effort as a sound bar, but enjoy a far superior experience. We believe that an overwhelming majority of the content entering consumers’ homes through digital TV and streaming services is provided in a multi-channel format, which is why Summit’s goal is to facilitate enjoyment of true surround sound for both the everyday consumer and audio enthusiast.

In addition to easy installation, Summit modules provide consumers with a multitude of options, allowing customization of a home theater specific to each consumer, without being forced to stick with one brand of speaker. For example, our hope is that a consumer might start with a Summit enabled sound bar for their TV and then add a Summit enabled subwoofer. That same system can be easily upgraded to a variety of surround sound systems by simply adding more speakers. Our technology will allow consumers to upgrade an audio system or just one component of the system without the need to replace the entire system. Consumers can keep the original transmitter, sound bar, and subwoofer and integrate them seamlessly into a new system. Being able to outfit a home entertainment system with Summit-enabled speakers and components gives consumers the ability to express their individual preference and needs and provides the assurance that the devices will interoperate, delivering what we believe is the highest standard in HD wireless surround sound.

Dissatisfaction with Bluetooth Performance and Quality

We believe that consumers want better performance and quality from their Bluetooth audio devices. For example, they may want headsets that stay connected over longer distances or products that offer better audio fidelity. By offering a solution that addresses these needs at a comparable price point to Bluetooth, we believe that we can build consumer demand for our technology.

Profitability of Audio Component Accessories

High-definition televisions (“HDTVs”) are getting thinner and it is becoming increasingly difficult to incorporate the latest electronic advances into such thin displays. Over two hundred million smart TVs are currently sold annually. We expect that eventually most of the electronics will be external to the display. We believe that the first physical feature to be removed from HDTVs will be the audio component, since there is very little room for quality speakers in today’s thin displays. We believe that HDTV manufacturers know that they need to provide an audio alternative. Additionally, since cost is a significant consideration, we believe that some manufacturers may offer external sound bars which will satisfy some consumers, but perhaps not the consumers who desire a high-quality audio alternative. Over thirty-five million sound bars are forecasted to be sold in 2020 by Statista. We believe that these developments are creating an inflection point in the market, and manufacturers are looking to Summit’s technology to create a standard for wireless audio interoperability that will support a long-term product strategy for the successful development of high quality, wireless audio products. By designing speaker systems that incorporate Summit’s technology, consumer electronics companies will be able to sell easy-to-install surround sound audio solutions alongside TVs.

Enjoyment of improved audio on existing content

We believe that the growth in the number of video devices streaming multi-channel audio content, coupled with new 3D immersive sound experiences from Dolby’s ATMOS and DTS’ DTSx formats, will help propel the demand for wireless speakers well into the future.

Enjoyment of wireless audio without interference from other wireless signals

Having other devices nearby that also use the 5 GHz band should not affect the performance of a Summit-enabled audio system, as Summit’s technology can seamlessly switch to another frequency within the 5 GHz band. The 5 GHz U-NII spectrum utilized by Summit technology has up to 24 channels available that are constantly monitored for interference using the Dynamic Frequency Selection sub-band between 5.2 and 5.8 GHz. When interference is detected, the next channel, having been monitored for over one minute and confirmed for accessibility, is ready to be accessed and Summit-enabled devices switch seamlessly to that channel, without the user ever noticing or the audio experience being affected.

What Distinguishes Summit from its Competitors

Both the proprietary technology and the adoption of the technology by leaders in consumer electronics are differentiating factors for Summit. Management believes that Summit is one of the only companies with the technical capabilities of transmitting high resolution, low latency, and speaker synchronization of wireless audio capable of supporting up to 8 channels. Premium consumer brands, like Bang & Olufsen, Harman International, a division of Samsung and LG Electronics, have begun to adopt our technology as a valued feature in performance products.

4We expect preliminary unaudited net loss for the three months ended September 30, 2022 to be in the range of $            million to $            million, as compared to approximately $2.1 million for the same period in 2021.

Category Defining Wireless Audio

Our wireless audio technology delivers 8 channels of uncompressed audio directly to the speakers in 24-bit and up to 96 kHz sample rates. This means that a consumer can experience audio exactly as it was mastered in the studio. Summit’s technology supports surround sound systems up to 7.1 or 5.1.2 for Dolby ATMOS configurations.

Alternative technologies such as, standard Bluetooth and WiFi protocols were not designed to transmit real-time audio synchronized to video. Standard Bluetooth and WiFi technologies work best for audio only applications when video is not a part of the listening experience. In audio only applications latency is less critical and can be buffered in memory to insure proper speaker synchronization even when audio data retransmissions are needed in today’s congested wireless environments. In video applications retransmissions add to latency. Standard Bluetooth and WiFi protocols have long variable latency that can exceed 50ms resulting in lip-sync issues and variable speaker synchronization making quality multichannel audio experience unachievable. A few custom software and or silicon based solutions exist today that improve performance, but compared to Summit, have longer latencies, lower performing speaker synchronization, and are limited to 2-4 audio channels and often limited to 16-bit CD quality audio.

Summit’s technology roadmap includes proprietary software, currently in development, that will support Wi-Fi protocol. This proprietary software has been designed to scale in audio channel count and sample rates even as Wi-Fi performance or network utilization changes.

Summit Customers

Summit currently sells wireless modules containing custom semiconductor chips to a growing list of consumer electronics customers, including major brands such as Axiim, Bang & Olufsen, Enclave Audio, Klipsch, LG, Harman International, a division of Samsung, Sharp, Savant and System Audio. We believe that the use of our products by well-known consumer electronics brands will provide an opportunity to create wireless audio products that are simple to install and perform at high levels. Brands such as Bang & Olufsen and Klipsch have chosen Summit technology to drive their wireless home audio/theater product assortments. We believe that their leadership has brought credibility to the technology and paved the way at retail for other brands to follow.

Our Strategy

Our goal is to establish and maintain a leadership position as the ubiquitous standard for hi-fidelity wireless, multi-channel audio. To obtain and enhance our position as the leading standard in the audio space, we intend to:

·improve recognition of our Summit brand and the WiSA Association standard brand;

·provide excellent products and services to our customers and members;

·make sure our technology is accessible to many consumers by having our technology in consumer electronics devices that sell at a variety of price points;

·expand market awareness of wireless multi-channel hi-fidelity audio experience availability;

·reduce hardware costs;

·enhance and protect our IP portfolio;

·invest in highly qualified personnel; and

·build innovative products alongside the world’s leading consumer electronics companies.

We currently sell our modules in relatively small quantities. As new customers introduce Summit-enabled products and current customers introduce second and third generation Summit-enabled products, we expect that orders for our modules will increase proportionally. With larger orders, we believe that we can take advantage of economies of scale and improve our gross margins on our modules.

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Interoperability

Interoperability is a key aspect of wireless technology. We believe that this is especially true in audio, where unique designs, price points, audio quality and capabilities as well as consumer brand loyalties are significant factors for the end consumer. Creating home theater and audio components that all work with an interoperable standard creates a high level of confidence in retailers and consumers and helps drive the entire category. Interoperability also increases the opportunity for specialized brands to create new and innovative products knowing they can focus on their specific part of the market and rely on others to create the necessary cohort components.

 

Corporate Information

 

We were formed as Summit Semiconductor, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company on July 23, 2010. We2010 and converted tointo a Delaware corporation, effective December 31, 2017, at which time2017. Effective as of March 11, 2022, we changed our name to Summit Semiconductor, Inc. Effective as of September 11, 2018, we changed our name to Summit WirelessWiSA Technologies, Inc. We run our operations through Summit WirelessWiSA Technologies, Inc., as well as through our wholly-owned subsidiaries, SummitWireless Japan  K.K., a Japanese corporation, andsubsidiary, WiSA, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company.

 

Where You Can Find Us

Our principal executive offices areoffice is located at 6840 Via Del Oro, Ste. 280, San Jose, CA 9511915268 NW Greenbrier Pkwy, Beaverton, Oregon 97006 and our telephone number is (408) 627-4716. Our website address is www.summitwireless.comwww.wisatechnologies.com. The website for our associated brands, manufacturers and influencers within the consumer electronics industry, the WiSA Association, is http://www.wisaassociation.org. The information contained on, or that can be accessed through, our websites is not incorporated by reference into this prospectusProspectus Supplement or the Base Prospectus and is intended for informational purposes only.

 

Summit Wireless Technologies, Summit Semiconductor, Summit WirelessTM, the Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc. logo, the WiSA logo and other trade names, trademarks or service marks of Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc. appearing in this prospectus are the property of Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc. Trade names, trademarks and service marks of other companies appearing in this prospectus are the property of their respective holders.

Risks Affecting Our Business

Our business is subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including those highlighted in the section titled “Risk Factors” immediately following this prospectus summary. These risks include, among others, the following:

Our success depends on maintaining and increasing our sales, which depends on factors we cannot control, including the viability and reputation of our customers and their products.

If we are unable to sell our modules into new markets or to new consumer electronics companies, our revenue may not grow.

If our business does not grow as we expect, or if we fail to manage our growth effectively, our operating results and business prospects would suffer.

Our business is dependent upon our ability to deploy and deliver our solutions, and the failure to meet our customers’ expectations could harm our reputation, which may have a material adverse effect on our business, operating results and financial condition.

We have not been profitable historically and may not achieve or maintain profitability in the future.

We may require additional capital to fund our business and support our growth, and our inability to generate and obtain such capital on acceptable terms, or at all, could harm our business, operating results, financial condition and prospects.

We face risks related to health epidemics and other outbreaks, which could significantly disrupt our operations and could have a material adverse impact on us, and the recent coronavirus outbreak could materially and adversely affect our business.
We have been notified by Nasdaq of our failure to comply with certain continued listing requirements and if we are unable to regain compliance with all applicable continued listing requirements and standards of Nasdaq, our Common Stock could be delisted from Nasdaq.

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Recent DevelopmentsTHE OFFERING

 

Nasdaq Notification

On October 16, 2019, we received a written notification (the “Notice”) from the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) indicating that we were not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), as the closing bid price of the Common Stock was below $1.00 per share for the previous thirty (30) consecutive business days (the “Minimum Bid Price Requirement”). Pursuant to Nasdaq Listing Rule 5810(c)(3)(A), the Company was granted a 180-calendar day compliance period, or until April 13, 2020, to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement. To regain compliance, the closing bid price of our shares of Common Stock would have had to meet or exceed $1.00 per share for at least ten (10) consecutive business days during the 180-calendar day grace period. During such compliance period, our shares of Common Stock continued to be listed and traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market, however, the closing bid price of our Common Stock has not satisfied this requirement because it will not have met or exceeded $1.00 per share for at least ten (10) consecutive business days during such period. As a result, we expect to receive a delisting notice from Nasdaq stating that Nasdaq will initiate proceedings to delist our Common Stock due to our failure to comply with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement within such compliance period, but that we may appeal such delisting determination and may be afforded a second 180-calendar day grace period. To qualify for such second grace period, we would be required to meet the continued listing requirement for market value of publicly held shares and all other Nasdaq listing standards, with the exception of the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, which we currently do not meet. In addition, we believe that the one-for-twenty reverse stock split of our outstanding Common Stock, which became effective for trading on April 9, 2020, will have a positive impact on our ability to cure such minimum bid price deficiency. If we do not regain compliance within the allotted compliance period(s), including any extensions that may be granted by Nasdaq, Nasdaq will provide notice that our shares of Common Stock will be subject to delisting. We intend to monitor the closing bid price for our Common Stock and will consider available options to resolve our non-compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, as may be necessary. On April 17, 2020, the SEC approved Nasdaq’s proposed change to certain of its listing rules, including the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, which extends the period of time in which Nasdaq-listed companies are required to regain compliance with such rules by tolling such compliance periods to June 30, 2020. As of the date of this prospectus, we have not received any communications from Nasdaq regarding our compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement. Additionally, even if we are able to satisfy the Minimum Bid Price Requirement as a result of such reverse stock split, there can be no assurance that we will be able to comply with Nasdaq’s other listing standard, including the Stockholders’ Equity Requirement (as defined below) or the Audit Committee Rule (as defined below), with which we are currently not in compliance.

On November 18, 2019, we were officially notified by Nasdaq that we did not comply with Listing Rule 5550(b) (the “Rule”), which requires a minimum of $2,500,000 stockholders’ equity (the “Stockholders’ Equity Requirement”), among other listing criteria. We were required to submit to Nasdaq a plan to regain compliance with the Stockholders’ Equity Requirement for consideration by the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications staff (“Nasdaq Staff”) by no later than January 2, 2020. On January 2, 2020, we submitted a plan to regain compliance (the “Compliance Plan”) to the Nasdaq Staff. On March 23, 2020, the Nasdaq Staff accepted the Compliance Plan and granted us an extension period pursuant to which we must regain compliance with the Rule. Among other things, the terms of such extension include that we must complete an equity raise on or before May 18, 2020, and must publicly disclose on a Current Report on Form 8-K our prior non-compliance with the Rule and the terms of such equity raise enabling us to regain compliance with the Rule. Notwithstanding the terms of such extension period, if we fail to evidence compliance with the Rule upon the filing of our periodic report for the period ending June 30, 2020, the Nasdaq Staff will provide written notification that our Common Stock will be delisted from Nasdaq, however we may appeal such delisting determination to Nasdaq’s hearing panel.

On March 24, 2020, we were officially notified by Nasdaq that we did not comply with Listing Rule 5605 (the “Audit Committee Rule”), which requires that the audit committee of our Board include at least three independent directors. In accordance with Nasdaq’s Listing Rules, we have been granted a cure period in order to regain compliance with the Audit Committee Rule, which period ends on (i) the earlier of (x) our next annual stockholders’ meeting or (y) February 10, 2021 or (ii) if such annual stockholders’ meeting is held before August 10, 2020, then we must evidence compliance with the Audit Committee Rule no later than that date. If we fail to evidence compliance with the Audit Committee Rule upon such period’s end, the Nasdaq Staff will provide written notification that our Common Stock will be delisted from Nasdaq, however we may appeal such delisting determination to Nasdaq’s hearing panel.

If we fail to achieve compliance with all applicable Nasdaq listing requirements, we may be delisted from Nasdaq. 

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Funding Agreement

As previously disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 25, 2020, on January 23, 2020, we entered into a funding agreement, as amended (the “Funding Agreement”), which provided for the issuance to an unaffiliated accredited investor of a convertible promissory note in the principal amount of $111,100, reflecting a 10% original issue discount, 500 shares of our Common Stock and a five-year warrant exercisable for 7,936 shares of our Common Stock at an exercise price of $9.80 per share in consideration for $100,000, which was funded on January 24, 2020. Additionally, pursuant to the Funding Agreement, such investor was granted a most favored nation right. As of the date of this prospectus, the outstanding debt owed to such investor pursuant to the Funding Agreement has been fully repaid.

February 2020 Private Placement

On February 28, 2020, the Company completed a private placement (the “February 2020 Private Placement”) of $835,000 of units (the “Units”), each consisting of (i) one (1) share of Common Stock and (ii) a warrant to purchase 0.50 of a share of Common Stock (the “February 2020 Warrants”), at a price per Unit of $9.17. The Units were issued pursuant to a Unit Purchase Agreement, dated February 4, 2020, and a subscription agreement, dated February 28, 2020 by and among the Company and the purchasers signatory thereto. The February 2020 Private Placement, which was priced above market, resulted in gross proceeds of $835,000 before fees and other expenses associated with the transaction. The proceeds of such offering are being used primarily toward increasing stockholders’ equity in order to comply with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b) and for general corporate purposes.

The February 2020 Warrants are exercisable to purchase up to an aggregate of 45,526 shares of Common Stock commencing on the date of issuance at an exercise price of $9.80 per share, subject to adjustment upon stock splits, reverse stock splits, and similar capital changes. The February 2020 Warrants are exercisable immediately and will expire on the close of business on February 28, 2025. The exercise of the February 2020 Warrants are subject to beneficial ownership limitations such that each holder of such February 2020 Warrant may exercise it to the extent that such exercise would result in such holder being the beneficial owner in excess of 4.99% (or, upon election of such holder, 9.99%), which beneficial ownership limitation may be increased or decreased up to 9.99% upon notice to the Company, provided that any increase in such limitation will not be effective until 61 days following notice to the Company.

March 2020 Senior Secured Convertible Promissory Note

On March 30, 2020, the Company completed a private placement (the “March 2020 Private Placement”) of a senior secured convertible instrument (the “March 2020 Note”) and a warrant (the “March 2020 Warrant”) to purchase 227,679 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $6.40 per share, pursuant to which Maxim Group LLC, the representative of the underwriters in this offering (“Maxim”), acted as placement agent. The March 2020 Note and March 2020 Warrant were issued pursuant to a securities purchase agreement, entered into as of March 22, 2020 (the “March 2020 Purchase Agreement”) by and between the Company and an institutional investor (the “Investor”). The March 2020 Private Placement resulted in gross proceeds of $1,700,000, before fees and other expenses associated with the transaction, including but not limited to, an $85,000 commitment fee payable to the Investor. The net proceeds to be received by the Company in connection with the March 2020 Private Placement will be used primarily for working capital, debt repayment and general corporate purposes. Additionally, the Company agreed to issue to Maxim a warrant to purchase up to an aggregate of 20,400 shares of Common Stock, subject to adjustment, as partial consideration for serving as placement agent in connection with the March 2020 Private Placement.

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Reverse Stock Split

On March 31, 2020, the Company held a special meeting of its stockholders, at which its stockholders approved an amendment to the Company’s certificate of incorporation, as amended, to effect a reverse stock split of all of the outstanding shares of Common Stock at a specific ratio within a range from one-for-four to one-for-twenty, and to grant authorization to the Board to determine, in its sole discretion, the specific ratio and timing of the reverse stock split. In order to maintain compliance with Nasdaq listing requirements discussed above, our Board utilized this authority and authorized a reverse stock split ratio of one-for-twenty, effective for trading on April 9, 2020.

Letter from Alexander Capital, L.P.

On April 3, 2020, we received a letter (the “April 3rd Alexander Counsel Letter”) from counsel for Alexander Capital, L.P. (“Alexander”), alleging that we were in apparent breach of our engagement agreement, dated February 6, 2020, that we entered into with Alexander (the “Alexander Engagement Agreement”), which appointed Alexander as our exclusive placement agent and financial advisor, due to our consummation of the March 2020 Private Placement, in which Maxim acted as placement agent. Such letter also claims that due to such alleged breach, and in accordance with the terms of the Alexander Engagement Agreement, we owed Alexander an aggregate of $170,000 and warrants to purchase up to 22,768 shares of Common Stock in connection with the March 2020 Private Placement. The April 3rd Alexander Counsel Letter further states that in an effort to avoid needless time and effort involved in resolving the dispute, that Alexander is willing to forego any claim to the issuance of warrants to it and to settle the dispute in consideration of our payment of $170,000 (the “Alexander Settlement Offer”).

By letter dated April 7, 2020, we responded to the April 3rd Alexander Counsel Letter addressing Alexander’s claims by asserting that that the Alexander Engagement Letter had been properly terminated and that we were, therefore, not required to pay any compensation to Alexander in connection with the March 2020 Private Placement nor are we required to offer Alexander the first opportunity to provide its services as placement agent or underwriter nor pay Alexander any compensation in connection with any other offering including, without limitation, any offering in which Maxim is the placement agent or underwriter, including this offering.

On April 10, 2020, we received a second letter (the “April 10th Alexander Counsel Letter”), from Alexander’s counsel, responding to our April 7th letter. The April 10th Alexander Counsel Letter (i) disputes all of our arguments relating to the termination of the Alexander Engagement Agreement; (ii) appears, by implication, to withdraw the Alexander Settlement Offer offered in the April 3rd Alexander Counsel Letter to settle Alexander’s claim against us; and (iii) makes specific reference to the engagement of Maxim as underwriter, in connection with this offering, claims that such engagement is a further breach of the Alexander Engagement Agreement and states that Alexander believes that it would be entitled to seek further damages for breach, as a result thereof. Additionally, there is language in the April 10th Alexander Counsel Letter stating that if we had engaged Maxim prior to closing a financing on February 28, 2020 in which Alexander was placement agent, without disclosing our prior engagement of Maxim to investors in that financing, that this would raise additional issues. Finally, Alexander has demanded that we cease this offering immediately and that if we proceed with this offering, it will seek to be compensated as if it had acted as underwriter in this offering. On April 16, 2020, we received a third letter from Alexander’s counsel that Alexander intends to file an action in connection with such claims.

We continue to engage in discussions with Alexander and its counsel regarding such alleged breaches claimed by Alexander and alleged compensation owed, including any alleged breaches relating to this offering, however we cannot predict whether such discussions will result in the filing of any action against us or the entering into of any settlement agreements between us and Alexander, the timing of any such agreement, or the terms thereof.

Implications of Being an Emerging Growth Company

We are an “emerging growth company” as defined in the JOBS Act. For as long as we are an emerging growth company, unlike public companies that are not emerging growth companies under the JOBS Act, we will not be required to:

provide an auditor’s attestation report on management’s assessment of the effectiveness of our system of internal control over financial reporting pursuant to Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (the “Sarbanes Oxley Act”);
provide more than two years of audited financial statements and related management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations;
comply with any new requirements adopted by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (the “PCAOB”) requiring mandatory audit firm rotation or a supplement to the auditor’s report in which the auditor would be required to provide additional information about the audit and the financial statements of the issuer;
provide certain disclosure regarding executive compensation required of larger public companies or hold stockholder advisory votes on the executive compensation required by the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (the “Dodd-Frank Act”); or
obtain stockholder approval of any golden parachute payments not previously approved.

We will cease to be an emerging growth company upon the earliest of the:

last day of the fiscal year in which we have $1.07 billion or more in annual revenues;
date on which we become a “large accelerated filer” (the fiscal year-end on which the total market value of our common equity securities held by non-affiliates is $700 million or more as of the last business day of our most recently completed second fiscal quarter, which ends on June 30);
date on which we issue more than $1.0 billion of non-convertible debt over a three-year period; or
last day of the fiscal year following the fifth anniversary of our initial public offering.

In addition, Section 107 of the JOBS Act provides that an emerging growth company can take advantage of the extended transition period provided in Section 7(a)(2)(B) of the Securities Act for complying with new or revised accounting standards, and we have elected to take advantage of such extended transition period for complying with new or revised accounting standards.

We have elected to adopt certain of the reduced disclosure requirements available to emerging growth companies. As a result of these elections, the information that we provide in this prospectus may be different than the information you may receive from other public companies in which you hold equity interests. In addition, it is possible that some investors will find our common stock less attractive as a result of these elections, which may result in a less active trading market for our Common Stock and higher volatility in our stock price.

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The Offering

Shares of Common Stock offered by usOffered

 1,226,415 shares (1,410,377 shares if the underwriters exercise their over-allotment option in full

Up to purchase            shares of Common Stock at the public offering price) at an assumed public offering price of $5.30 per share, which is the last reported sale price of our Common Stock on Nasdaq on April 17, 2020, and assuming no sale of Pre-Funded Warrants by us.

Pre-Funded Warrants offered by usWe are also offering Pre-Funded Warrants to purchasers whose purchase of shares of Common Stock in this offering would otherwise result in any such purchaser, together with its affiliates and certain related parties, beneficially owning more than 4.99% (or, at the election of the purchaser, 9.99%) of our outstanding shares of Common Stock immediately following the consummation of this offering, the opportunity to purchase, if any such purchaser so chooses, Pre-Funded Warrants, in lieu of shares of Common Stock that would otherwise result in such purchaser’s beneficial ownership exceeding 4.99% (or, at the election of the purchaser, 9.99%) of our outstanding shares pf Common Stock. Each Pre-Funded Warrant will be exercisable for one share of Common Stock. The purchase price of each Pre-Funded Warrant will be equal to the price per share at which shares of Common Stock are sold to the public in this offering, minus $0.01, and the exercise price of each Pre-Funded Warrant will be $0.01 per share. This offering also relates to the shares of Common Stock issuable upon exercise of any Pre-Funded Warrant sold in this offering. The Pre-Funded Warrants will be exercisable immediately and may be exercised at any time until all of the Pre-Funded Warrants are exercised in full. For each Pre-Funded Warrant that we sell, the number of shares of Common Stock that we are offering will be decreased on a one-for-one“best efforts” basis.

Warrants offered by us We are also offering Warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 1,226,415 shares of Common Stock (other than with respect to shares of Common Stock purchased in connection with the over-allotment option).

Each share of Common Stock and each Pre-Funded Warrant is being sold together with a Warrant to purchase one (1) share of Common Stock. Each WarrantWarrants will havebe exercisable at an exercise price of $            per share which is 100%for each share of Common Stock issuable (            % of the combined public offering price per share of ourthe shares of Common Stock in this offering, and accompanying Warrants), will be immediately exercisable and will expire on the fifth anniversary of the original issuance date. This offering also relates to the shares of Common Stock issuable upon exercise of the Warrants. The Warrants may be exercised on a cashless basis if there is no effective registration statement registering the shares of Common Stock underlying the Warrants. See “Description of the Securities That We Are Offering – Warrants”.

Common Stock outstanding after this offering (1) 

Option to purchase additional securitiesWe have granted the underwriters an option for a period of 45 days from the date of this prospectus to purchase up to an additional 183,962           shares of Common Stock and/or Warrants to purchase up to an additional 183,962 shares of our Common Stock, based on the assumed public offering price of $5.30 per share, less the underwriting discount.
Stock.

 

Total shares of Common Stock to be outstanding after this offering2,563,482 shares (assuming no sale of any Pre-Funded Warrants, no exercise of any Warrants and no exercise of the underwriters’ over-allotment option).
   
Use of proceeds 

We estimate that we will receivethe net proceeds from this offering will be approximately $              based on an assumed combined public offering price of approximately $5,700,000 (or $6,597,000 if the underwriters fully exercise their over-allotment option solely for shares of our Common Stock), excluding any$              per share and accompanying Warrant, assuming no exercise of the Pre-Fundedany Warrants, or the Warrants issued in connection with this offering,and after deducting the underwriting discounts and commissionsplacement agent fees and estimated offering expenses payable by us. We expectintend to use approximately 20% of the netgross proceeds of this offering for product development, repaymentto repay a portion of debt, salesthe outstanding principal amount of our senior secured convertible note issued in August 2022 (the “Convertible Note”), and marketing,the remainder of the proceeds, after deducting placement agent’s fees and offering expenses, for working capital, capital expenditures, product development, and other general corporate purposes. These expectations are subject to change.

purposes, including investments in sales and marketing in the United States and internationally. See “Use of Proceeds” on page 22 of this prospectus.

Risk factors

An investment in our securities is highly speculative and involves substantial risk. Please carefully consider the “Risk Factors” section on page 5 and other information in this prospectus for additional information.a discussion of factors to consider before deciding to invest in the securities offered hereby. Additional risks and uncertainties not presently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial may also impair our business and operations.

Voting Agreements

We expect certain investors who purchase in excess of $            in this offering to enter into a voting agreement pursuant to which such investors agree to vote all shares of Common Stock they beneficially own on the closing date of this offering, including the shares of Common Stock purchased by them in this offering, with respect to any proposals presented to the stockholders of the Company at the Company’s next stockholders meeting; provided, however, that such requirement will not require such investor to vote its shares for or against any particular proposal or proposals, whether or not such proposal or proposals are recommended by our Board.

Lock-up agreements

We and our directors and officers have agreed with the placement agent not to offer for sale, issue, sell, contract to sell, pledge or otherwise dispose of any of our Common Stock or securities convertible into common stock for a period of 90 days from the date of this prospectus without the prior written consent of the placement agent. See “Plan of Distribution.”

Transfer agent and registrar

VStock Transfer, LLC, whose address is 18 Lafayette Place, Woodmere, NY 11598 and telephone number is (212) 828-8436.

Nasdaq symbol and trading

Our Common Stock is listed on Nasdaq under the symbol “WISA”. There is no established trading market for the Warrants, and we do not expect a trading market for the Warrants to develop. We do not intend to list the Warrants on any securities exchange or other trading market. Without a trading market, the liquidity of the Warrants will be extremely limited.

   
Underwriters’ WarrantsReasonable best efforts We have agreed to offer and sell the securities offered hereby to the purchasers through the placement agent. The registration statementplacement agent is not required to buy or sell any specific number or dollar amount of which this prospectus is a part also registers for sale warrantsthe securities offered hereby, but it will use its reasonable best efforts to solicit offers to purchase up to61,320sharesthe securities offered by this prospectus. See “Plan of Distribution” on page 41 of this prospectus.

(1)Shares of our Common Stock that will be outstanding after this offering is based on 17,119,353 shares of Common Stock outstanding as of October 25, 2022, but excludes the following as of such date: (a) up to an aggregate of 6,673,910 shares of Common Stock issuable upon exercise of our outstanding warrants, (b) up to Maxim Group LLC, asan aggregate of 20,722 shares of Common Stock issuable upon exercise of our outstanding pre-funded warrants, (c) up to 7,200,000 shares of Common Stock issuable upon exchange of outstanding notes, (d) 471,460 shares of Common Stock reserved for future issuance under the representative of the underwritersCompany’s 2018 Long-Term Stock Incentive Plan (the “Underwriters’ Warrants”“LTIP”), as a portionthe 2020 Stock Incentive Plan (the “2020 Plan”) and the Technical Team Retention Plan of the underwriting compensation payable2022 (“2022 Plan”), (e) an aggregate of 731,627 shares of Common Stock issuable upon vesting of restricted stock units that were issued pursuant to the underwriters in connection with this offering. The Underwriters’ Warrants will be exercisable for a five-year period commencing 180 days following the effective date of the registration statement of which this prospectus is a part at an exercise price equal to 120% of the public offering price of the Common Stock. Please see “Underwriting — Underwriters’ Warrants” for a description of these warrants.2020 Plan and 2022 Plan.

 

Risk factorsSee “Risk Factors” beginning on page 11  and the other information included in this prospectus for a discussion of factors you should carefully consider before deciding to invest in our Common Stock.
Market symbol and tradingOur Common Stock is listed on The Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “WISA.” There is no established trading market for the Pre-Funded Warrants or the Warrants and we do not expect a market for such securities to develop. In addition, we do not intend to apply for the listing of the Pre-Funded Warrants or the Warrants on any national securities exchange or other trading market. Without an active trading market, the liquidity of the Pre-Funded Warrants and the Warrants will be limited.  

Unless otherwise indicated, all information in this prospectus refers to or assumes the effectiveness of our one-for-twenty reverse stock split effective on April 9, 2020.

Shares of our Common Stock that will be outstanding after this offering is based on 1,337,067 shares of Common Stock outstanding as of April 17, 2020, but excludes (a) shares of Common Stock to be issued upon exercise of warrants and pre-funded warrants to purchase an aggregate of up to 703,099 shares of Common Stock as of April 17, 2020, (b) up to an aggregate of 408,000 shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion of the March 2020 Note (assuming full conversion of the March 2020 Note using a conversion price equal to the Variable Conversion Price (as hereinafter defined)) (c) up to an aggregate of 1,226,415 shares of Common Stock underlying the Warrants to be issued in this offering (assuming no sale of any Pre-Funded Warrants and no exercise of the underwriter’s over-allotment option), (d) up to an aggregate of 61,320 shares of Common Stock underlying the Underwriters’ Warrants, (e) 705 shares of restricted stock to be released to a terminated employee in two equal tranches over the next 10 months pursuant to the terms of such employee’s restricted stock agreement, (f) 20,000 unvested deferred shares (the “Deferred Shares”) under our 2018 Long-Term Stock Incentive Plan (the “LTIP”), issued to Michael Howse, a member of our Board, pursuant to a Deferred Shares Agreement, entered into as of January 4, 2019 (the “Deferred Shares Agreement”), and (g) 12,500 shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion of 250,000 shares of our Series A 8% Senior Convertible Preferred Stock (the “Series A Preferred Stock”) issued to Lisa Walsh on April 18, 2019.

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RISK FACTORS

 

InvestingAn investment in ourthe securities offered under this prospectus involves a high degree of risk. You should carefully consider and evaluate all of the information contained in this prospectus and in the documents that we incorporate by reference herein before you decide to invest in our securities. In particular, you should carefully consider and evaluate the risks and uncertainties described below, together with all ofunder the other informationheading “Risk Factors” in this prospectus includingand in the documents incorporated by reference herein. Investors are further advised that the risks described below may not be the only risks we face. Additional risks that we do not yet know of, or that we currently think are immaterial, may also negatively impact our consolidatedbusiness operations or financial statementsresults. Any of the risks and related notes, before deciding whether to purchase sharesuncertainties set forth in this prospectus and in the documents incorporated by reference herein, as updated by annual, quarterly and other reports and documents that we file with the SEC and incorporate by reference into this prospectus, could materially and adversely affect our business, results of operations and financial condition, which in turn could materially and adversely affect the value of our securities. If any

Risks Related to Strategic Transactions

There can be no assurance that our review of the following risks is realized,strategic transactions and our business, operating results, financial condition and prospects could be materially and adversely affected. In that event, the pricefinancing strategy will result in a transaction satisfactory to holders of our Common Stock could decline,or any change at all.

On October 31, 2022, we announced that we are moving forward in our exploration of strategic alternatives to consider a wide range of options. To explore strategic opportunities specifically involved in our IP and you could loselicensable software used in WiSA E and WiSA DS technologies, our board of directors approved the engagement of AQ Technology Partners during the third quarter. To date, four companies have executed non-disclosure agreements in consideration of a potential transaction. We, with our advisors, are evaluating a broad range of strategic transactions. Potential strategic transactions that may be explored or evaluated as part orof this process include the potential for capital raising transactions, an acquisition, sale of assets, including substantially all of your investment.our assets, merger, business combination, partnership, joint venture, licensing and/or another strategic alternative. Despite devoting efforts to identify and evaluate potential strategic transactions, the process may not result in any definitive offer to consummate a strategic transaction, or, if we receive such a definitive offer, the terms may not be as favorable as anticipated or may not result in the execution or approval of a definitive agreement. Even if we enter into a definitive agreement, we may not be successful in completing a transaction or, if we complete such a transaction, it may not enhance stockholder value or deliver expected benefits

The pursuit of strategic transactions or financing transactions may consume a substantial portion of the time and attention of our management and require additional capital resources and may be disruptive to our business, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.

We are not able to predict with certainty the amount of time and resources necessary to successfully identify, pursue and execute any strategic transaction or obtain additional financing, if we are able to do so at all. The diversion of management’s attention may materially adversely affect the conduct of our business and, as a result, our financial condition and results of operations. The additional expense we incur in connection with our review of strategic alternatives and pursuit of strategic or financing transactions may materially adversely impact our financial condition and partially offset the value of any strategic transaction we execute or additional financing we obtain.

 

Risks Related to Our Business and Industry

 

We have incurred losses since inception.

 

We have hadincurred net losses for several years, since inception and had an accumulated deficit of approximately $187.7$220.2 million as of December 31, 2019, which includes our net losses of approximately $12,038,000 for the year ended December 31, 2019, as compared to approximately $67,357,000 for the year ended December 31, 2018.June 30, 2022. If we are unsuccessful in implementing any initiatives to improve our revenues in order to achieve profitability, it will have a material adverse impact on our business, prospects, operating results and financial condition. There can be no assurance that the revenue that we generate will be able to support our operations or meet our working capital needs.

 

Our independent registered public accounting firm’s report contains an explanatory paragraph that expresses substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern.

 

Our independent registered public accounting firm has included in its report for the year ended December 31, 20192021 an explanatory paragraph expressing substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. Our consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the discharge of liabilities in the normal course of business. We have incurred net losses each year since inception, including approximately an additional $12,038,000 of net loss during the year ended December 31, 2019. Our ability to continue as a going concern is contingent upon, other factors, our ability to raise additional capital through sales of our securities, including this offering, and incurrence of debt. Additionally, future capital requirements will depend on many factors, including the rate of revenue growth, the selling price of our products, the expansion of sales and marketing activities, the timing and extent of spending on research and development efforts and the continuing market acceptance of our products. These factors raise substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. There is no assurance that additional financing will be available at terms acceptable to us or at all. If we cannot continue as a viable entity, you may lose some or allthis could materially adversely affect the value of your investment in this offering.the shares of Common Stock.

 

LossWe depend upon the timely delivery of products from our vendors and purchases from our partners and customers.

We depend on manufacturers and component customers to deliver and purchase hardware and consumer electronics in quantities sufficient to meet customer demand. In addition, we depend on these manufacturers and customers to introduce new and innovative products and components to drive industry sales. During the first half of 2022, we have experienced sales declines indirectly through disruption in the supply chain for several of our industry partners or customers whose own supply chains have been disrupted based on a variety of macroeconomic events that may or may not be related to the COVID-19 pandemic, which have resulted in delays throughout the consumer electronics industry. Any material delay in the introduction or delivery, or limited allocations of products or offerings could result in reduced sales by us, which could have a material adverse impact on our financial results. Any reduction in allocation of components or new hardware platforms or other technological advances by vendors or our customers (in which our technology is part of their hardware offering) to third parties such as big box retailers, could also have a material adverse impact on our financial results.


Disruptions and delays in our supply chains as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic could adversely impact manufacturers’ and other customers’ ability to meet customer demand. Additionally, the prioritization of shipments of certain products as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic could cause delays in the shipment or delivery of our products. Such disruptions could also result in reduced sales by us, which could materially and adversely impact on our financial results.

A small number of customers represent a significant percentage of our revenue, so any loss of key customers.customers could have a material adverse effect on our business.

 

A small number of our customers represent a significant percentage of our revenue. Although we may have agreements with these customers, these agreements typically do not require any minimum purchases and do not prohibit customers from using competing technologies or customers from purchasing products and services from competitors. Because many of our markets are rapidly evolving, customer demand for our technologies and products can shift quickly. As of December 31, 2019,2021, we had two customers accounting for 35% and 27% of accounts receivable and three customers accountedaccounting for 37%27%, 28%17% and 20% of accounts receivable. Sales to Guo Guang Electric Co., a Chinese original device manufacturer that builds product for large consumer electronic companies, represented 57%14% of our net revenue for the year ended December 31, 2019 and Bang & Olufsen, a Danish consumer electronic company, represented 24%2021. As of June 30, 2022, we had one customer accounting for 76% of our revenueaccounts receivable and, for the yearsix months ended December 31, 2019.June 30, 2022, we had four customers accounting for 21%, 16%, 13% and 13% of our net revenue. A loss of any of our key customers could have a material adverse effect on our business and results of operations.

 

RelianceWe are reliant on module manufacturers.manufacturers to produce the modules which we then sell to our customers and any change in their management or business could have a negative effect on our operations.

 

Our revenue from the sale of modules to consumer electronics and speaker companies depends in large part upon the availability of our modules that implement our technologies. Our manufacturers incorporate our technologies into these modules, which are then incorporated in consumer entertainment products. We do not manufacture these modules, but rather depend on manufacturers to produce the modules which we then sell to our customers. We do not control the manufacturers. While we have a longstanding relationship with our manufacturers, there can be no assurance that our manufacturers will continue to timely produce our modules. Change in management of our manufacturers or a change in their operations could negatively affect our production and cause us to seek other manufacturers which we may not be able to obtain on the same or similar terms as our current manufacturers. This could have a negative effect on our operations.

 

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We currently rely on semiconductor manufacturers to manufacture our semiconductors, and our failure to manage our relationship with our semiconductor manufacturers successfully could negatively impact our business.

 

We rely on a single contractor in Japan for the production of our transmit semiconductor chip and a single contractor in China for the production of our receive semiconductor chip. Our reliance on these semiconductor manufacturers reduces our control over the manufacturing process, exposing us to risks, including increase production costs and reduced product supply. If we fail to manage our relationships with these manufacturers effectively, or if a contract manufacturer experiences delays, disruptions, or decides to end-of-life the components that it manufactures for us, our ability to ship products to our end-user customers could be impaired and our competitive position and reputation could be harmed. In addition, any adverse change in our manufacturers’ financial or business condition could disrupt our ability to supply quality products to our end-user customers. If we are required to change manufacturers, we may lose revenue, incur increased costs and damage our customer relationships. In addition, qualifying a new semiconductor manufacturer and commencing production can be an expensive and lengthy process. As a result of any of these aforementioned disruptions, we would experience a delay in our order fulfillment, and our business, operating results and financial condition would be adversely affected.

 

We face risks related to health epidemics and other outbreaks, which could significantly disrupt our operations and could have a material adverse impact on us, and the recent coronavirus outbreak could materially and adversely affect our business.

An outbreak of a new respiratory illness caused by coronavirus disease 2019 (“COVID-19”) has resulted in millions of infections and hundreds of thousands of deaths worldwide, as of the date of filing of this prospectus, and continues to spread across the globe, including to the United States and Europe, the major markets in which we operate. The outbreak of COVID-19 or by other epidemics could materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. If the coronavirus worsens in China, the United States and Europe, or in other regions in which we have material operations or sales, our business activities originating from affected areas, including sales, manufacturing and supply chain related activities, could be adversely affected. Disruptive activities could include the temporary closure of our manufacturing facilities and those used in our supply chain processes, restrictions on the export or shipment of our products, significant cutback of ocean container delivery from China, business closures in impacted areas, and restrictions on our employees’ and consultants’ ability to travel and to meet with customers. The extent to which COVID-19 impacts our results will depend on future developments, which are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted, including new information which may emerge concerning the severity of the virus and the actions to contain it or treat its impact, among others. COVID-19 could also result in social, economic and labor instability in the countries in which we or our customers and suppliers operate.

If workers at one or more of our offices or the offices of our suppliers or manufacturers become ill or are quarantined and in either or both events are therefore unable to work, our operations could be subject to disruption. Further, if our manufacturers become unable to obtain necessary raw materials or components, we may incur higher supply costs or our manufacturers may be required to reduce production levels, either of which may negatively affect our financial condition or results of operations. The extent to which COVID-19 affects our results will depend on future developments that are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted, including actions to contain COVID-19 or treat its effect, among others.

Declines in or problems with the WiSA Association membership could negatively affect our reputation.

 

Our wholly owned subsidiary, WiSA, LLC, operates the “WiSA Association,” which is an association comprised of brands, manufacturers, and influencers within the consumer electronics industry, with the purpose of promoting a standardized method of interoperability between wireless audio components using our technology. We rely significantly on the members of our wholly-owned subsidiary, WiSA LLC,Association to uphold the standards and criteria of interoperable audio products.   If we lose members or new technology is developed that is easier to incorporate than ours, the WiSA Association may fail to maintain its active status and the sales of our modules could diminish as well. In addition, failure of our members to adhere to our policies designed to provide interoperability between audio systems could undermine the integrity of our brand.

 

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Failure to stay on top of technology innovation could harm our business model.

 

Our revenue growth will depend upon our success in new and existing markets for our technologies. The markets for our technologies and products are defined by:

 

 rapid technological change;

 

 new and improved technology and frequent product introductions;

 

 changing consumer demands;

evolving industry standards; and

 

 technology and product obsolescence.

 

Our future success depends on our ability to enhance our technologies and products and to develop new technologies and products that address the market needs in a timely manner. Technology development is a complex, uncertain process requiring high levels of innovation, highly-skilledhighly skilled engineering and development personnel, and the accurate anticipation of technological and market trends. We may not be able to identify, develop, acquire, market, or support new or enhanced technologies or products on a timely basis, if at all.

Economic uncertainties or downturns, or political changes, could limit the availability of funds available to our customers and potential customers, which could materially adversely affect our business.

Current or future economic uncertainties or downturns could adversely affect our business and operating results. Negative conditions in the general economy both in the United States and abroad, including conditions resulting from changes in gross domestic product growth, financial and credit market fluctuations, political deadlock, natural catastrophes, warfare and terrorist attacks on the United States, Europe, the Asia Pacific region or elsewhere, could cause a decrease in funds available to our customers and potential customers and negatively affect the rate of growth of our business.

General worldwide economic uncertainty and political changes in the United States and elsewhere could impact our business. Such conditions may make it extremely difficult for our customers and us to forecast and plan future budgetary decisions or business activities accurately, and they could cause our customers to reevaluate their decisions to purchase our solutions, which could delay and lengthen our sales cycles or result in cancellations of planned purchases. Furthermore, during challenging economic times or as a result of political changes, our customers may tighten their budgets and face constraints in gaining timely access to sufficient funding or other credit, which could result in an impairment of their ability to make timely payments to us. In turn, we may be required to increase our allowance for doubtful accounts, which would adversely affect our financial results.

We cannot predict the timing, strength or duration of any economic slowdown, instability or recovery, generally or within any particular industry, or the impact of political changes. If the economic conditions of the general economy or industries in which we operate worsen from present levels, or if recent political changes result in less funding being available to purchase our solutions, our business, operating results, financial condition and cash flows could be adversely affected.

A decline in discretionary consumer spending may adversely affect our industry, our operations and ultimately our profitability.

Luxury products, such as speaker systems, TVs, game consoles and PCs, are discretionary purchases for consumers. Any reduction in consumer discretionary spending or disposable income may affect our industry significantly. Many economic factors outside of our control could affect consumer discretionary spending, including the financial markets, consumer credit availability, prevailing interest rates, energy costs, employment levels, salary levels, and tax rates. Any reduction in discretionary consumer spending could materially adversely affect our business and financial condition.

Consumer spending weakness could impact our revenue.

Weakness in general economic conditions may suppress consumer demand in our markets. Many of the products in which our technologies are incorporated are discretionary goods, such as home-theater systems. Weakness in general economic conditions may also lead to customers becoming delinquent on their obligations to us or being unable to pay, resulting in a higher level of write-offs. Economic conditions may impact the amount businesses spend on their speaker systems. Weakness in economic conditions could lessen demand for our products and negatively affect our revenue.

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We face intense competition in our industry, and we may not be able to compete successfully in our target markets.

The digital audio, consumer electronics and entertainment markets are characterized by intense competition, subject to rapid change, and are significantly affected by new product introductions and other market activities of industry participants. Our competitors include many large domestic and international companies that have substantially greater financial, technical, marketing, distribution and other resources, greater name recognition, a longer operating history, broader product lines, lower cost structures and longer-standing relationships with customers and suppliers than we do. As a result, our competitors may be able to respond better to new or emerging technologies or standards and to changes in customer requirements.

Further, some of our competitors are in a better financial and marketing position from which to influence industry acceptance of a particular product standard or a competing technology than we are. Our competitors may also be able to devote greater resources to the development, promotion and sale of products, and may be in a position to deliver competitive products at a lower price than we can, along with the potential to conduct strategic acquisitions, joint ventures, subsidies and lobbying industry and government standards, hire more experienced technicians, engineers and research and development teams than we can. As a result, we may not be able to compete effectively against any of these organizations.

Our ability to compete in our current target markets and future markets will depend in large part on our ability to successfully develop, introduce and sell new and enhanced products or technologies on a timely and cost-effective basis and to respond to changing market requirements. We expect our competitors to continue to improve the performance of their current products and potentially reduce their prices. In addition, our competitors may develop future generations and enhancements of competitive products or new or enhanced technologies that may offer greater performance and improved pricing or render our technologies obsolete. If we are unable to match or exceed the improvements made by our competitors, our market position and prospects could deteriorate and our net product sales could decline.

 

Failure to effectively develop and expand our sales and marketing capabilities could harm our ability to increase our customer base and achieve broader market acceptance of our modules.

 

To increase total customers and customer recognition of the WiSA Association products and to achieve broader market acceptance of our technology, we will need to expand our sales and marketing organization and increase our business development resources, including the vertical and geographic distribution of our sales force and our teams of account executives focused on new accounts and responsible for renewal and growth of existing accounts.

 

Our business requires that our sales personnel have particular expertise and experience in interoperability of audio systems, and the latest wireless audio technology. We may not achieve revenue growth from expanding our sales force if we are unable to hire, develop and retain talented sales personnel with appropriate experience, if our new sales personnel are unable to achieve desired productivity levels in a reasonable period of time or if our sales and marketing programs are not effective.

 

Interruptions or performance problems associated with technology and wireless technology outside of our control may adversely affect our business and results of operations.

 

We may in the future experience performance issues due to a variety of factors, including wireless technology disruptions, human or software errors. If a wireless connection is compromised, our products will not work as designed and our business could be negatively affected. In some instances, we may not be able to identify the cause or causes of these performance problems within an acceptable period of time or a connection problem may be out of our control and could deter customers from purchasing wireless audio components.

 

We expect to continue to make significant investments to maintain and improve the performance of our modules. To the extent that we do not effectively address capacity constraints, upgrade our systems as needed and continually develop our technology to accommodate actual and anticipated changes in technology, our business, operating results and financial condition may be adversely affected.

 

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Real or perceived errors, failures or bugs in our modules could adversely affect our operating results and growth prospects.

 

Because our modules are complex, undetected errors, failures or bugs may occur. Our module is installed and used in numerous audio systems of different brands with different operating systems, system management software, and equipment and networking configurations, which may cause errors or failures of our technology. Despite our testing, errors, failures or bugs may not be found in our modules until it is released to our customers. Moreover, our customers could incorrectly implement or inadvertently misuse our modules, which could result in customer dissatisfaction and adversely impact the perceived quality or utility of our products as well as our brand.

 

Any of these real or perceived errors, compatibility issues, failures or bugs in our modules could result in negative publicity, reputational harm, loss of competitive position or claims by customers for losses sustained by them. In such an event, we may be required, or may choose, for customer relations or other reasons, to expend additional resources in order to correct the problem. Alleviating any of these problems could require significant expenditures of our capital and other resources and could cause interruptions or delays in the use of our solutions, which could cause us to lose existing or potential customers and could adversely affect our operating results and growth prospects.

 

We rely on the cooperation of our customers to install our modules in their audio products.

 

Our modules are sold to our customers who are consumer electronics companies. Our customers install the modules into their products. Our customers’ audio products are sold to the general public who must then install the audio system into their homes or businesses. We do not oversee installation of our products and therefore have no control over the end result. If a module is not installed correctly in a customer product or an end consumer does not install their audio system correctly, our technology may not work properly, which could result in customer dissatisfaction or have a material adverse impact on our reputation, our business and our financial results.

 

If we do not or cannot maintain cutting edge technology and compatibility of our modules with products that our customers use, our business could suffer.

 

Our customers integrate our modules into their products. The functionality and popularity of our technology depends, in part, on our ability to produce modules that integrate into our customers’ products. Our customers may change the features of their technologies and audio systems as a whole may advance technologically. Such changes or advancements could functionally limit or terminate the utility of our product, which could negatively impact our customer service and harm our business. If we fail to maintain cutting edge technology and compatibility with the products our customers produce, we may not be able to offer the functionality that our customers need, and our customers may not purchase our modules, which would negatively impact our ability to generate revenue and have a material adverse impact on our business.

 

Our future quarterly results of operations may fluctuate significantly due to a wide range of factors, which makes our future results difficult to predict.

 

Our revenues and results of operations could vary significantly from quarter to quarter as a resultbecause of various factors, many of which are outside of our control, including:

 

 the expansion of our customer base;

 the renewal of agreements with, and expansion of coverage by, existing customers;

 the size, timing and terms of our sales to both existing and new customers;

 the introduction of products or services that may compete with us for the limited funds available to our customers, and changes in the cost of such products or services;

 changes in our customers’ and potential customers’ budgets;

 our ability to control costs, including our operating expenses;

 our ability to hire, train and maintain our direct sales force, engineers, and marketing employees;

 the timing of satisfying revenue recognition criteria in connection with initial deployment and renewals; and


 general economic and political conditions, both domestically and internationally.internationally; and

 

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Any one of these or other factors discussed elsewhere in this prospectus, or the documents incorporated by reference herein, may result in fluctuations in our revenues and operating results, meaning that quarter-to-quarter comparisons of our revenues, results of operations and cash flows may not necessarily be indicative of our future performance.

  

Because of the fluctuations described above, our ability to forecast revenues is limited and we may not be able to accurately predict our future revenues or results of operations. In addition, we base our current and future expense levels on our operating plans and sales forecasts, and our operating expenses are expected to be relatively fixed in the short term. Accordingly, we may not be able to reduce our costs sufficiently to compensate for an unexpected shortfall in revenues, and even a small shortfall in revenues could disproportionately and adversely affect our financial results for that quarter. The variability and unpredictability of these and other factors could result in our failing to meet or exceed financial expectations for a given period.

Our sales are subject to fluctuation as a result of seasonality, which is outside of our control.

 

Our sales are subject to the seasonality of when consumers buy electronic products, generally in the third quarter leading up to the year-end holiday season. Our customers’ plans to complete and ship new products to meet this seasonal peak can critically impact our financial results should they miss the holiday season. As a result of these factors, our financial results for any single quarter or for periods of less than a year are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be achieved for a full fiscal year.

 

Our sales are subject to fluctuation as a result of our customers’ new product introduction timelines and end-user adoption of our customers’ retail products, both of which are outside of our control.

 

We, in conjunction with our customers, are launching a new technology to the retail and consumer market. The consumer adoption rate at retail is a critical component of our financial success and is currently an unknown component of our financial plans. The variability and unpredictability of these and other factors could result in our failing to meet or exceed financial expectations for a given period. As a result of these factors, our financial results for any single quarter or for periods of less than a year are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be achieved for a full fiscal year.

We conduct international operations, which exposes us to significant risks.

 

We have officesOur headquarters are located in California and Oregon, but we also have employees in Taiwan and representatives in China, Japan and the Republic of Korea.Korea Operating in international markets requires significant resources and management attention and subjects us to regulatory, economic and political risks in addition to those we already face in the United States. In addition, we invest time and resources in understanding the regulatory framework and political environments of our customers overseas in order to focus our sales efforts. Because such regulatory and political considerations are likely to vary across jurisdictions, this effort requires additional time and attention from our sales team and could lead to a sales cycle that is longer than our typical process for sales in the United States. We also may need to hire additional employees and otherwise invest in our international operations in order to reach new customers. Because of our limited experience with international operations as well as developing and managing sales in international markets, our international efforts may not be successful.

  

In addition, we will face risks in doing business internationally that could adversely affect our business, including:

 

 the potential impact of currency exchange fluctuations;


 the difficulty of staffing and managing international operations and the increased operations, travel, shipping and compliance costs associated with having customers in numerous international locations;

 potentially greater difficulty collecting accounts receivable and longer payment cycles;

 the need to offer customer support in various languages;

 challenges in understanding and complying with local laws, regulations and customs in foreign jurisdictions;

 export controls and economic sanctions administered by the Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security and the Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control;

 

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 compliance with various anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and United Kingdom Bribery Act of 2010;

 tariffs and other non-tariff barriers, such as quotas and local content rules;

 more limited protection for our IPintellectual property in some countries;

 adverse or uncertain tax consequences as a result of international operations;

 currency control regulations, which might restrict or prohibit our conversion of other currencies into U.S. dollars;

 restrictions on the transfer of funds;

 deterioration of political relations between the United States and other countries; and

 political or social unrest or economic instability in a specific country or region in which we operate, which could have an adverse impact on our operations in that location.

 

Also, we expect that due to costs related to our international efforts and the increased cost of doing business internationally, we will incur higher costs to secure sales to international customers than the comparable costs for domestic customers. As a result, our financial results may fluctuate as we expand our operations and customer base worldwide.

 

Our failure to manage any of these risks successfully could harm our international operations and adversely affect our business, operating results and financial condition.

 

We are dependent on the continued services and performance of our senior management and other key personnel, the loss of any of whom could adversely affect our business.

 

Our future success depends in large part on the continued contributions of our senior management and other key personnel. In particular, the leadership of key management personnel is critical to the successful management of our Company, the development of our products, and our strategic direction. We also depend on the contributions of key technical personnel.

 

We do not maintain “key person” insurance for any member of our senior management team or any of our other key employees. Our senior management and key personnel are all employed on an at-will basis, which means that they could terminate their employment with us at any time, for any reason and without notice. The loss of any of our key management personnel could significantly delay or prevent the achievement of our development and strategic objectives and adversely affect our business.

 

If we are unable to attract, integrate and retain additional qualified personnel, including top technical talent, our business could be adversely affected.

Our future success depends in part on our ability to identify, attract, integrate and retain highly skilled technical, managerial, sales and other personnel. We face intense competition for qualified individuals from numerous other companies, including other software and technology companies, many of whom have greater financial and other resources than we do. Some of these characteristics may be more appealing to high-quality candidates than those we have to offer. In addition, new hires often require significant training and, in many cases, take significant time before they achieve full productivity. We may incur significant costs to attract and retain qualified personnel, including significant expenditures related to salaries and benefits and compensation expenses related to equity awards, and we may lose new employees to our competitors or other companies before we realize the benefit of our investment in recruiting and training them. Moreover, new employees may not be or become as productive as we expect, as we may face challenges in adequately or appropriately integrating them into our workforce and culture. If we are unable to attract, integrate and retain suitably qualified individuals who are capable of meeting our growing technical, operational and managerial requirements, on a timely basis or at all, our business will be adversely affected.

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Volatility or lack of positive performance in our share price may also affect our ability to attract and retain our key employees. Many of our senior management personnel and other key employees have become, or will soon become, vested in a substantial amount of Common Stock or warrants to purchase Common Stock. Employees may be more likely to leave us if the shares they own or the shares underlying their vested warrants have significantly appreciated in value relative to the original purchase prices of the shares or the exercise prices of the warrants, or, conversely, if the exercise prices of the warrants that they hold are significantly above the market price of our Common Stock. If we are unable to appropriately incentivize and retain our employees through equity compensation, or if we need to increase our compensation expenses in order to appropriately incentivize and retain our employees, our business, operating results and financial condition would be adversely affected.

 

We may be subject to litigation for a varietyCyber-security incidents, including data security breaches or computer viruses, could harm our business by disrupting our delivery of claims, which could adversely affect our results of operations, harmproducts or services, damaging our reputation or otherwise negatively impact our business.exposing us to liability.

 

We receive, process, store and transmit, often electronically, the data of our customers and others, much of which is confidential. Unauthorized access to our computer systems or stored data could result in the theft, including cyber-theft, or improper disclosure of confidential information, and the deletion or modification of records could cause interruptions in our operations. These cyber-security risks increase when we transmit information from one location to another, including over the Internet or other electronic networks. Despite the security measures we have implemented, our facilities, systems and procedures, and those of our third-party service providers, may be vulnerable to security breaches, acts of vandalism, software viruses, misplaced or lost data, programming or human errors or other similar events which may disrupt our delivery of services or expose the confidential information of our customers and others. Any security breach involving the misappropriation, loss or other unauthorized disclosure or use of confidential information of our customers or others, whether by us or a third party, could subject us to litigation forcivil and criminal penalties, have a variety of claims arising from our normal business activities. These may include claims, suits, and proceedings involving labor and employment, wage and hour, commercial and other matters. The outcome of any litigation, regardless of its merits, is inherently uncertain. Any claims and lawsuits, and the disposition of such claims and lawsuits, could be time-consuming and expensive to resolve, divert management attention and resources, and lead to attemptsnegative impact on the part of other parties to pursue similar claims. Any adverse determination related to litigation could adversely affect our results of operations, harm our reputation, or otherwise negatively impactexpose us to liability to our customers, third parties or government authorities. We are not aware of such breaches to date. There can be no assurance that we will be able to effectively handle a failure of our information systems, or that we will be able to restore our operational capacity in a timely manner to avoid disruption to our business. In addition, dependingAny of these developments could have a material adverse effect on the natureour business, financial condition and timingresults of any such dispute, a resolution of a legal matter could materially affect our future operating results, our cash flows or both.operations.

 

Changes in financial accounting standards may cause adverse and unexpected revenue fluctuations and impact our reported results of operations.

 

A change in accounting standards or practices could harm our operating results and may even affect our reporting of transactions completed before the change is effective. New accounting pronouncements and varying interpretations of accounting pronouncements have occurred and may occur in the future. Changes to existing rules or the questioning of current practices may harm our operating results or the way we conduct our business.

 

We entered intoClimate change may have a purchase order with a company in which one oflong-term impact on our directors is an executive officer, the fulfillment of which could cause such director to no longer be independent.business.

 

In August 2019, we issued a $360,000 purchase order to Hansong Technology, a company in whichClimate change may have an increasingly adverse impact on our director, Helge Kristensen, serves as a vice president. Pursuant to this purchase order, we will pay $360,000 to Hansong Technology for the purchase of certain products. Additionally, Hansong Technology purchased $63,523business and those of our modules pursuantcustomers and suppliers. Water and energy availability and reliability in the communities where we conduct business is critical. We have facilities in regions that may be vulnerable to purchase orders issuedthe impacts of extreme weather events. Climate change, its impact on our supply chain and critical infrastructure worldwide, and its potential to increase political instability in 2019, with $22,923 receivedregions where we, our customers and suppliers do business, may disrupt our business and may cause us to experience higher attrition, losses and costs to maintain or resume operations. Although we maintain a program of insurance coverage for a variety of property, casualty, and other risks, the types and amounts of insurance we obtain vary depending on availability and cost. Some of our policies have large deductibles and broad exclusions, and our insurance providers may be unable or unwilling to pay a claim. Losses not covered by us in 2019insurance may be large, which could harm our results of operations and the remaining amount expected tofinancial condition.

Our operations, products and services, as well as those of our suppliers and customers, may also be received in 2020. Under Nasdaq’s corporate governance rules, our Board must be composed of a majority of “independent directors.”  Additionally, subject to climate-related laws, regulations and lawsuits. Regulations such as carbon taxes, fuel or energy taxes, and pollution limits could result in greater direct costs, including costs associated with changes to manufacturing processes or the procurement of raw materials used in manufacturing processes, increased levels of capital expenditures to improve facilities and equipment, and higher compliance and energy costs to reduce emissions, as well as greater indirect costs resulting from our customers, suppliers or both incurring additional compliance costs that are passed on to us. These costs and restrictions could harm our business and results of operations by increasing our expenses or requiring us to alter our operations and product design activities. Stockholder groups may find us insufficiently responsive to the implications of climate change, and therefore we may face legal action or reputational harm. We may also experience contractual disputes due to supply chain delays arising from climate change-related disruptions, which could result in increased litigation and costs.


We also face risks related to business trends that may be influenced by climate change concerns. Stockholder advocacy groups, certain limited exceptions, our audit, compensation,institutional investors, investment funds, other market participants, stockholders and nominatingcustomers have focused increasingly on the environmental, social and corporate governance committees(“ESG”) and sustainability practices of companies, including those associated with climate change and human rights. These parties have placed increased importance on the implications of the social cost of their investments. If our ESG practices do not meet stockholder or other industry expectations and standards, which continue to evolve, our brand, reputation and business activities may be negatively impacted. Any sustainability disclosures we make may include our policies and practices on a variety of social and ethical matters, including corporate governance, environmental compliance, employee health and safety practices, human capital management, product quality, supply chain management, and talent diversity and inclusion practices. It is possible that our stockholders may not be satisfied with our ESG practices or the speed of their adoption. We could also must be composed of all independent directors.  Uponincur additional costs and require additional resources to monitor, report, and comply with various ESG practices, or choose not to conduct business with potential customers, or discontinue or not expand business with existing customers, due to our paymentpolicies. Also, our failure, or perceived failure, to Hansong Technology, it is very likely that Mr. Kristensen would no longer meet the qualifications of an “independent director,”standards included in which caseany sustainability disclosure could have a material negative impact on our Board would no longer be composed of a majority of “independent directors” nor would our committees be composed of all “independent directors.” In such event we would be required to take such actions, as necessary, to regain compliance with the independence requirements under the Nasdaq rules, in order to avoid being delisted.reputation and business activities.

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Risks Related to Our IPIntellectual Property

 

Failure to protect our IPintellectual property rights could adversely affect our business.

 

Our success depends, in part, on our ability to protect proprietary methods and technologies that we develop or license under patent and other IPintellectual property (“IP”) laws of the United States, so that we can prevent others from using our inventions and proprietary information. If we fail to protect our IP rights adequately, our competitors might gain access to our technology, and our business might be adversely affected. However, defending our IP rights might entail significant expenses. Any of our patent rights, copyrights, trademarks or other IP rights may be challenged by others, weakened or invalidated through administrative process or litigation.

 

As of April 17, 2020,October 27, 2022, we had 913 issued and 613 pending U.S. patents covering our technology. We have three patent applications pending for examination outside of the United States. We also license issued U.S. patents from others. The patents that we own or license from others (including those that may be issued in the future) may not provide us with any competitive advantages or may be challenged by third parties, and our patent applications may never be granted.

 

Additionally, the process of obtaining patent protection is expensive and time-consuming, and we may not be able to prosecute all necessary or desirable patent applications at a reasonable cost or in a timely manner. Even if issued, there can be no assurance that these patents will adequately protect our IP, as the legal standards relating to the validity, enforceability and scope of protection of patent and other IP rights are uncertain.

 

Any patents that are issued may subsequently be invalidated or otherwise limited, allowing other companies to develop offerings that compete with ours, which could adversely affect our competitive business position, business prospects and financial condition. In addition, issuance of a patent does not guarantee that we have a right to practice the patented invention. Patent applications in the United States are typically not published until 18 months after filing or, in some cases, not at all, and publications of discoveries in industry-related literature lag behind actual discoveries. We cannot be certain that third parties do not have blocking patents that could be used to prevent us from marketing or practicing our patented software or technology.

 

Effective patent, trademark, copyright and trade secret protection may not be available to us in every country in which our software is available. The laws of some foreign countries may not be as protective of IP rights as those in the United States (in particular, some foreign jurisdictions do not permit patent protection for software), and mechanisms for enforcement of IP rights may be inadequate. Additional uncertainty may result from changes to IP legislation enacted in the United States, including the recent America Invents Act, and other national governments and from interpretations of the IP laws of the United States and other countries by applicable courts and agencies. Accordingly, despite our efforts, we may be unable to prevent third parties from infringing upon or misappropriating our IP.

 


We rely in part on trade secrets, proprietary know-how and other confidential information to maintain our competitive position. Although we endeavor to enter into non-disclosure agreements with our employees, licensees and others who may have access to this information, we cannot assure you that these agreements or other steps we have taken will prevent unauthorized use, disclosure or reverse engineering of our technology. Moreover, third parties may independently develop technologies or products that compete with ours, and we may be unable to prevent this competition.

 

We might be required to spend significant resources to monitor and protect our IP rights. We may initiate claims or litigation against third parties for infringement of our proprietary rights or to establish the validity of our proprietary rights. Litigation also puts our patents at risk of being invalidated or interpreted narrowly and our patent applications at risk of not issuing. Additionally, we may provoke third parties to assert counterclaims against us. We may not prevail in any lawsuits that we initiate, and the damages or other remedies awarded, if any, may not be commercially viable. Any litigation, whether or not resolved in our favor, could result in significant expense to us and divert the efforts of our technical and management personnel, which may adversely affect our business, operating results, financial condition and cash flows.

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We may be subject to IP rights claims by third parties, which are extremely costly to defend, could require us to pay significant damages and could limit our ability to use certain technologies.

 

Companies in the software and technology industries, including some of our current and potential competitors, own large numbers of patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets and frequently enter into litigation based on allegations of infringement or other violations of IP rights. In addition, many of these companies have the capability to dedicate substantially greater resources to enforce their IP rights and to defend claims that may be brought against them. The litigation may involve patent holding companies or other adverse patent owners that have no relevant product revenues and against which our patents may therefore provide little or no deterrence. We have received, and may in the future receive, notices that claim we have misappropriated, misused, or infringed other parties’ IP rights, and, to the extent we gain greater market visibility, we face a higher risk of being the subject of IP infringement claims.

 

There may be third-party IP rights, including issued or pending patents that cover significant aspects of our technologies or business methods. Any IP claims, with or without merit, could be very time-consuming, could be expensive to settle or litigate and could divert our management’s attention and other resources. These claims could also subject us to significant liability for damages, potentially including treble damages if we are found to have willfully infringed patents or copyrights. These claims could also result in our having to stop using technology found to be in violation of a third party’s rights. We might be required to seek a license for the IP, which may not be available on reasonable terms or at all. Even if a license were available, we could be required to pay significant royalties, which would increase our operating expenses. As a result, we may be required to develop alternative non-infringing technology, which could require significant effort and expense. If we cannot license or develop technology for any infringing aspect of our business, we would be forced to limit or stop sales of our software and may be unable to compete effectively. Any of these results would adversely affect our business, operating results, financial condition and cash flows.

 

Risks Related to this Offering and Ownership of Our Common Stock

We may become subject to litigation in connection with an alleged breach of the Alexander Engagement Agreement as a result of conducting the March 2020 Private Placement.

On April 3, 2020, we received a letter (the “April 3rd Alexander Counsel Letter”) from counsel for Alexander Capital, L.P. (“Alexander”), alleging that we were in apparent breach of our engagement agreement, dated February 6, 2020, that we entered into with Alexander (the “Alexander Engagement Agreement”), which appointed Alexander as our exclusive placement agent and financial advisor, due to our consummation of the March 2020 Private Placement, in which Maxim acted as placement agent. Such letter also claims that due to such alleged breach, and in accordance with the terms of the Alexander Engagement Agreement, we owed Alexander an aggregate of $170,000 and warrants to purchase up to 22,768 shares of Common Stock in connection with the March 2020 Private Placement. The April 3rd Alexander Counsel Letter further states that in an effort to avoid needless time and effort involved in resolving the dispute, that Alexander was willing to forego any claim to the issuance of warrants to it and to settle the dispute in consideration of our payment of $170,000.

On April 10, 2020, we received a second letter (the “April 10th Alexander Counsel Letter”), from Alexander’s counsel, responding to our April 7th letter. The April 10th Alexander Counsel Letter (i) disputes all of our arguments relating to the termination of the Alexander Engagement Agreement; (ii) appears, by implication, to withdraw the Alexander Settlement Offer offered in the April 3rd Alexander Counsel Letter to settle Alexander’s claim against us; and (iii) makes specific reference to the engagement of Maxim as underwriter, in connection with this offering, claims that such engagement is a further breach of the Alexander Engagement Agreement and states that Alexander believes that it would be entitled to seek further damages for breach, as a result thereof. Additionally, there is language in the April 10th Alexander Counsel Letter stating that if we had engaged Maxim prior to closing a financing on February 28, 2020 in which Alexander was placement agent, without disclosing our prior engagement of Maxim to investors in that financing, that this would raise additional issues. Finally, Alexander has demanded that we cease this offering immediately and that if we proceed with this offering, it will seek to be compensated as if it had acted as underwriter in this offering. On April 16, 2020, we received a third letter from Alexander’s counsel that Alexander intends to file an action in connection with such claims.

We believe that such allegations are without merit and intend to vigorously dispute Alexander’s allegations that we are in breach of Alexander Engagement Agreement. We continue to engage in discussions with Alexander and its counsel regarding such alleged breaches claimed by Alexander, including, without limitation, any alleged breaches relating to this offering, and alleged compensation owed, however we cannot predict whether such discussions will result in the filing of any action against us or the entering into of any settlement agreements between us and Alexander, the timing of any such agreements, or the terms thereof. In the event that Alexander initiates any legal proceedings, we cannot assure you that they will be resolved in our favor. Any lawsuit may result in significant expenses and may be expected to continue to be a diversion of our management’s time and other resources into the future, which could adversely affect our business. If we were required to pay Alexander significant damages in connection with its claims, including, without limitation, compensation in connection with this offering, it could have a material adverse effect on our business, operating results and financial condition.

We have been notified by The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC of our failure to comply with certain continued listing requirements and, if we are unable to regain compliance with all applicable continued listing requirements and standards of Nasdaq, our Common Stock could be delisted from Nasdaq.

 

Our Common Stock is currently listed on Nasdaq. In order to maintain that listing, we must satisfy minimum financial and other continued listing requirements and standards, including those regarding director independence and independent committee requirements, minimum stockholders’ equity, minimum share price, and certain corporate governance requirements.


On June 23, 2022, we received a written notification from the Listing Qualifications Department of the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC notifying us that we were not in compliance with the minimum bid price requirement for continued listing on Nasdaq, as set forth under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) (the “Minimum Bid Price Requirement”), because the closing bid price of our Common Stock was below $1.00 per share for the previous thirty (30) consecutive business days. We were granted 180 calendar days, or until December 20, 2022, to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement. In the event we do not regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement by December 20, 2022, we may be eligible for an additional 180-calendar day grace period. To qualify, we will be required to meet the continued listing requirement for market value of publicly held shares and all other listing standards for Nasdaq, with the exception of the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, and will need to provide written notice to The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC of our intent to regain compliance with such requirement during such second compliance period. If we do not regain compliance within the allotted compliance period(s), including any extensions that may be granted, The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC will provide notice that our Common Stock will be subject to delisting from Nasdaq. At that time, we may appeal The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC’s determination to a hearings panel.

There can be no assurances that we will be able to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement or if we do later regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, that we will be able to continue to comply with all applicable Nasdaq listing requirements now or in the applicable listing standards.future. If we are unable to maintain compliance with these Nasdaq requirements, our Common Stock will be delisted from Nasdaq.

 

In the event that our Common Stock is delisted from Nasdaq, as a result of our failure to comply with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, or due to our failure to continue to comply with any other requirement for continued listing on Nasdaq, and is not eligible for quotationlisting on another market or exchange, trading in the shares of our common stockCommon Stock could be conducted in the over-the-counter market or on an electronic bulletin board established for unlisted securities such as the Pink Sheets or the OTC Bulletin Board. In such event, it could become more difficult to dispose of, or obtain accurate price quotations for, our Common Stock, and it would likely be more difficult to obtain coverage by securities analysts and the news media, which could cause the price of our Common Stock to decline further. Also, it may be difficult for us to raise additional capital if we are not listed on a national exchange.

 

On October 16, 2019, we were officially notified by Nasdaq thatSubstantial future sales of shares of our Common Stock could cause the bidmarket price of our Common Stock had failed to satisfydecline.

We expect that significant additional capital will be needed in the Minimum Bid Price Requirementnear future to continue our planned operations. Sales of a substantial number of shares of our Common Stock in the public market, or the perception that these sales might occur, could depress the market price of our Common Stock and could impair our ability to raise capital through the sale of additional equity securities. We are unable to predict the effect that such sales may have on the prevailing market price of our shares.

We have financed our operations, and we expect to continue to finance our operations, acquisitions, if any, and the development of strategic relationships by issuing equity and/or convertible securities, which could significantly reduce the percentage ownership of our existing stockholders. Further, any additional financing that we secure may require the granting of rights, preferences or privileges senior to, or pari passu with, those of our Common Stock. Additionally, we may acquire other technologies or finance strategic alliances by issuing our equity or equity-linked securities, which may result in additional dilution. Any issuances by us of equity securities may be at or below the prevailing market price of our Common Stock and in accordance with Nasdaq’s Listing Rules,any event may have a dilutive impact on your ownership interest, which could cause the market price of our Common Stock to decline. We may also raise additional funds through the incurrence of debt or the issuance or sale of other securities or instruments senior to our shares of Common Stock. The holders of any securities or instruments we were granted a 180-calendar day compliance period, or until April 13, 2020,may issue may have rights superior to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement. To regain compliance,rights of our common stockholders. If we experience dilution from issuance of additional securities and we grant superior rights to new securities over common stockholders, it may negatively impact the closing bidtrading price of our shares of Common StockStock.

We could issue “blank check” preferred stock without stockholder approval with the effect of diluting then current stockholder interests and impairing their voting rights; and provisions in our charter documents could discourage a takeover that stockholders may consider favorable.

Our certificate of incorporation, as amended, authorizes the issuance of “blank check” preferred stock with designations, rights and preferences as may be determined from time to time by our board of directors (our “Board”). Our Board is empowered, without stockholder approval, to issue a series of preferred stock with dividend, liquidation, conversion, voting or other rights which could dilute the interest of, or impair the voting power of, our common stockholders. The issuance of a series of preferred stock could be used as a method of discouraging, delaying or preventing a change in control. For example, it would have hadbe possible for our Board to issue preferred stock with voting or other rights or preferences that could impede the success of any attempt to change control of our Company.


General Risk Factors

We face risks related to health pandemics, epidemics and other outbreaks, including the continuing COVID-19 pandemic and the spread of monkeypox, any of which could significantly disrupt our operations and could materially and adversely affect our business.

An outbreak of the respiratory illness caused by COVID-19 has resulted in millions of infections and deaths worldwide, as of the date of filing of this prospectus, and continues to spread across the globe, including in the United States and Europe, the major markets in which we operate. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to create uncertainty surrounding our business and this continued uncertainty could materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. Our business activities originating from geographic regions that are or may become affected, may negatively impact sales, manufacturing and supply chain related activities, among others. Disruptive activities could include the temporary closure of manufacturing facilities used in our supply chain processes, restrictions on the export or shipment of our products, significant cutback of ocean container delivery from China, business closures in impacted areas, and restrictions on our employees’ and consultants’ ability to travel and to meet with customers. The extent to which COVID-19 impacts our results will depend on future developments, which are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted, including the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic, adverse impacts of the Omicron variant or potential resurgences or the emergence of new variants, new information which may emerge concerning COVID-19’s severity, and actions to contain COVID-19 or treat its impact.

If workers at one or more of our offices or the offices of our suppliers or manufacturers become ill or are quarantined and in either or both events are therefore unable to work, our operations could be subject to disruption. Further, if our manufacturers become unable to obtain necessary raw materials or components, we may incur higher supply costs or our manufacturers may be required to reduce production levels, either of which may negatively affect our financial condition or results of operations. The extent to which COVID-19 affects our results will depend on future developments that are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted, including actions to contain COVID-19 or treat its effect, among others.

Economic uncertainties or downturns, or political changes, in the United States and globally, could limit the availability of funds available to our customers and potential customers, which could materially adversely affect our business.

Our results of operations could be adversely affected by general conditions in the economy and financial markets, both in the U.S. and globally, including conditions that are outside of our control, such as the continuing uncertainty regarding the duration and scope of the COVID-19 pandemic, global supply chain disruptions, the recent inflation in the United States and the foreign and domestic government sanctions imposed on Russia as a result of its recent invasion of Ukraine. There continues to be volatility and disruptions in the capital and credit markets, and a severe or prolonged economic downturn, including, but not limited to as a result of such events, could result in a variety of risks to our business, including weakened demand for our products and our ability to raise additional capital when needed on acceptable terms, if at all. A weak or declining economy could strain our suppliers, possibly resulting in supply disruption, or cause delays in payments for our services. In turn, we may be required to increase our allowance for doubtful accounts, which would adversely affect our financial results. Any of the foregoing could harm our business and we cannot anticipate all the ways in which the current economic climate and financial market conditions could adversely impact our business.

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Changes in government trade policies, including the imposition of tariffs and export restrictions, could have an adverse impact on our business operations and sales.

The United States or foreign governments may enact changes in government trade policies that could adversely impact our ability to sell products in certain countries, particularly in China. For example, the U.S. government has imposed tariffs on certain Chinese imports and, in return, the Chinese government has imposed or proposed tariffs on certain U.S. products. Additionally, export restrictions imposed by the U.S. government, including the addition of licensing requirements by the United States Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) through the addition of companies to the BIS Entity List, may require us to suspend our business with certain international customers if we conclude or are notified by the U.S. government that such business presents a risk of noncompliance with U.S. regulations. We cannot predict what actions may ultimately be taken with respect to tariffs or trade relations between certain countries, what products may be subject to such actions, or what actions may be taken by other countries in response. It also may not be possible to anticipate the timing or duration of such tariffs, export restrictions, or other regulatory actions. These government trade policies may materially adversely affect our sales and operations with current customers as well as impede our ability to develop relationships with new customers.

There is a risk of further escalation and retaliatory actions between the U.S. and other foreign governments. If significant tariffs or other restrictions are placed on goods exported from China or any related counter-measures are taken, our revenue and results of operations may be materially harmed. These tariffs may also make our customers’ products more expensive for consumers, which may reduce consumer demand.

There is also a risk that the U.S. government may seek to implement more protective trade measures, not just with respect to China but with respect to other countries as well, such as those imposed on Russia in connection with its recent invasion of Ukraine. This could include new or higher tariffs and even more restrictive trade barriers, such as prohibiting certain types of, or all sales of certain products or products sold by certain parties into the U.S. Any increased trade barriers or restrictions on global trade could have a materially adverse impact on our business and financial results.

A decline in discretionary consumer spending may adversely affect our industry, our operations and ultimately our profitability.

Luxury products, such as speaker systems, TVs, game consoles and PCs, are discretionary purchases for consumers. Any reduction in consumer discretionary spending or disposable income may affect our industry significantly. Many economic factors outside of our control could affect consumer discretionary spending, including the financial markets, consumer credit availability, prevailing interest rates, energy costs, employment levels, salary levels, and tax rates. Any reduction in discretionary consumer spending could materially adversely affect our business and financial condition.

Consumer spending weakness could impact our revenue.

Weakness in general economic conditions may suppress consumer demand in our markets. Many of the products in which our technologies are incorporated are discretionary goods, such as home-theater systems. Weakness in general economic conditions may also lead to customers becoming delinquent on their obligations to us or being unable to pay, resulting in a higher level of write-offs. Economic conditions may impact the amount businesses spend on their speaker systems. Weakness in economic conditions could lessen demand for our products and negatively affect our revenue.

We face intense competition in our industry, and we may not be able to compete successfully in our target markets.

The digital audio, consumer electronics and entertainment markets are characterized by intense competition, subject to rapid change, and are significantly affected by new product introductions and other market activities of industry participants. Our competitors include many large domestic and international companies that have substantially greater financial, technical, marketing, distribution and other resources, greater name recognition, a longer operating history, broader product lines, lower cost structures and longer-standing relationships with customers and suppliers than we do. As a result, our competitors may be able to respond better to new or emerging technologies or standards and to changes in customer requirements.

Further, some of our competitors are in a better financial and marketing position from which to influence industry acceptance of a particular product standard or a competing technology than we are. Our competitors may also be able to devote greater resources to the development, promotion and sale of products, and may be in a position to deliver competitive products at a lower price than we can, along with the potential to conduct strategic acquisitions, joint ventures, subsidies and lobbying industry and government standards, hire more experienced technicians, engineers and research and development teams than we can. As a result, we may not be able to compete effectively against any of these organizations.


Our ability to compete in our current target markets and future markets will depend in large part on our ability to successfully develop, introduce and sell new and enhanced products or technologies on a timely and cost-effective basis and to respond to changing market requirements. We expect our competitors to continue to improve the performance of their current products and potentially reduce their prices. In addition, our competitors may develop future generations and enhancements of competitive products or new or enhanced technologies that may offer greater performance and improved pricing or render our technologies obsolete. If we are unable to match or exceed $1.00 perthe improvements made by our competitors, our market position and prospects could deteriorate and our net product sales could decline.

If we are unable to attract, integrate and retain additional qualified personnel, including top technical talent, our business could be adversely affected.

Our future success depends in part on our ability to identify, attract, integrate and retain highly skilled technical, managerial, sales and other personnel. We face intense competition for qualified individuals from numerous other companies, including other software and technology companies, many of whom have greater financial and other resources than we do. Some of these characteristics may be more appealing to high-quality candidates than those we have to offer. In addition, new hires often require significant training and, in many cases, take significant time before they achieve full productivity. We may incur significant costs to attract and retain qualified personnel, including significant expenditures related to salaries and benefits and compensation expenses related to equity awards, and we may lose new employees to our competitors or other companies before we realize the benefit of our investment in recruiting and training them. Moreover, new employees may not be or become as productive as we expect, as we may face challenges in adequately or appropriately integrating them into our workforce and culture. If we are unable to attract, integrate and retain suitably qualified individuals who are capable of meeting our growing technical, operational and managerial requirements, on a timely basis or at all, our business will be adversely affected.

Volatility or lack of positive performance in our share price may also affect our ability to attract and retain our key employees. Many of our senior management personnel and other key employees have become, or will soon become, vested in a substantial amount of shares of our Common Stock, restricted stock units or warrants to purchase Common Stock. Employees may be more likely to leave us if the shares they own or the shares underlying their vested units or warrants have significantly appreciated in value relative to the original grant prices of the shares or units or the exercise prices of the warrants, or, conversely, if the exercise prices of the warrants that they hold are significantly above the market price of our Common Stock. If we are unable to appropriately incentivize and retain our employees through equity compensation, or if we need to increase our compensation expenses in order to appropriately incentivize and retain our employees, our business, operating results and financial condition would be adversely affected.

We may be subject to litigation for at least ten (10) consecutivea variety of claims, which could adversely affect our results of operations, harm our reputation or otherwise negatively impact our business.

We may be subject to litigation for a variety of claims arising from our normal business daysactivities. These may include claims, suits, and proceedings involving labor and employment, wage and hour, commercial and other matters. The outcome of any litigation, regardless of its merits, is inherently uncertain. Any claims and lawsuits, and the disposition of such claims and lawsuits, could be time-consuming and expensive to resolve, divert management attention and resources, and lead to attempts on the part of other parties to pursue similar claims. Any adverse determination related to litigation could adversely affect our results of operations, harm our reputation or otherwise negatively impact our business. In addition, depending on the nature and timing of any such dispute, a resolution of a legal matter could materially affect our future operating results, our cash flows or both.


The market price for our Common Stock is particularly volatile given our status as a relatively unknown company with a small and thinly traded public float, and lack of profits, which could lead to wide fluctuations in our share price.

The market for our Common Stock is characterized by significant price volatility when compared to the shares of larger, more established companies that have large public floats, and we expect that our share price will continue to be more volatile than the shares of such larger, more established companies for the indefinite future, although such fluctuations may not reflect a material change to our financial condition or operations during any such period. Such volatility can be attributable to a number of factors. First, as noted above, our Common Stock is, compared to the 180-calendar day grace period. Duringshares of such compliance period,larger, more established companies, sporadically and thinly traded. The price for our Common Stock could, for example, decline precipitously in the event that a large number of our shares of Common Stock continued to be listed and tradedare sold on the Nasdaq Capital Market, however,market without commensurate demand. Secondly, we are a speculative or “risky” investment due to our lack of profits to date. As a consequence of this enhanced risk, more risk-adverse investors may, under the closing bidfear of losing all or most of their investment in the event of negative news or lack of progress, be more inclined to sell their shares on the market more quickly and at greater discounts than would be the case with the stock of a larger, more established company that has a large public float. Many of these factors are beyond our control and may decrease the market price of our Common Stock regardless of our operating performance.

In addition to being highly volatile, our Common Stock could be subject to wide fluctuations in response to a number of factors that are beyond our control, including, but not limited to:

variations in our revenues and operating expenses;

actual or anticipated changes in the estimates of our operating results or changes in stock market analyst recommendations regarding our Common Stock, other comparable companies or our industry generally;

market conditions in our industry, the industries of our customers and the economy as a whole;

actual or expected changes in our growth rates or our competitors’ growth rates;

developments in the financial markets and worldwide or regional economies;

announcements of innovations or new products or services by us or our competitors;

announcements by the government relating to regulations that govern our industry;

sales of our Common Stock or other securities by us or in the open market;

changes in the market valuations of other comparable companies; and

other events or factors, many of which are beyond our control, including those resulting from such events, or the prospect of such events, including war, terrorism and other international conflicts, public health issues including health epidemics or pandemics, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, and natural disasters such as fire, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornados or other adverse weather and climate conditions, whether occurring in the United States or elsewhere, could disrupt our operations, disrupt the operations of our suppliers or result in political or economic instability.

In addition, if the market for technology stocks or the stock market in general experiences loss of investor confidence, the trading price of our Common Stock could decline for reasons unrelated to our business, financial condition or operating results. The trading price of our shares might also decline in reaction to events that affect other companies in our industry, even if these events do not directly affect us. Each of these factors, among others, could harm the value of our Common Stock. In the past, following periods of volatility in the market, securities class-action litigation has not satisfied this requirement because it will not have metoften been instituted against companies. Such litigation, if instituted against us, could result in substantial costs and diversion of management’s attention and resources, which could materially and adversely affect our business, operating results and financial condition.

The requirements of being a U.S. public company may strain our resources and divert management’s attention.

As a U.S. public company, we are subject to the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the Dodd-Frank Act, the listing requirements of Nasdaq, and other applicable securities rules and regulations.


Compliance with these rules and regulations increases our legal and financial compliance costs, makes some activities more difficult, time-consuming, or exceeded $1.00 per share for at least ten (10) consecutivecostly, and increases demand on our systems and resources. The Exchange Act requires, among other things, that we file annual and current reports with respect to our business days during such period. and operating results.

As a result of disclosure of information in this prospectus and the registration statement of which this prospectus forms a part, as well as in filings required of a public company, our business and financial condition is more visible, which we expectbelieve may result in threatened or actual litigation, including by competitors and other third parties. If such claims are successful, our business and operating results could be harmed, and even if the claims do not result in litigation or are resolved in our favor, these claims, and the time and resources necessary to receive a delisting notice from Nasdaq stating that Nasdaq will initiate proceedings to delistresolve them, could divert resources of our management and harm our business and operating results.

If securities or industry analysts do not publish research or reports about our business, or publish negative reports about our business, our Common Stock due toprice and trading volume could decline.

The trading market for our failure to comply withCommon Stock may depend in part on the Minimum Bid Price Requirement withinresearch and reports that securities or industry analysts may publish about us or our business, our market and our competitors. We do not have any control over such compliance period, but thatanalysts. If one or more such analysts downgrade or publish a negative opinion of our Common Stock, the price of our shares would likely decline. If analysts do not cover us or do not regularly publish reports on us, we may appeal such delisting determination and maynot be affordedable to attain visibility in the financial markets, which could have a second 180-calendar day grace period. To qualify for such second grace period, we would be requirednegative impact on our share price or trading volume.

We do not intend to meet the continued listing requirement for market value of publicly held shares and all other Nasdaq listing standards, with the exception of the Minimum Bid Price Requirement. In order to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, we held a special meeting of our stockholderspay dividends on March 31, 2020 who approved an amendment to our certificate of incorporation, as amended, to effect a reverse stock split of all of the outstanding shares of our Common Stock at a specific ratio within a range from one-for-four to one-for-twenty, and to grant authorization tofor the Board to determine, in its sole discretion, the specific ratio and timing of the reverse stock split. In order to maintain compliance with Nasdaq listing requirements discussed above, our Board utilized this authority and authorized a reverse stock split ratio of one-for-twenty, effective for tradingforeseeable future.

We have never declared or paid any cash dividends on April 9, 2020. We believe that such reverse stock split will have a positive impact on our ability to cure such minimum bid price deficiency. However, there can be no assurance that such an amendment to effect the reverse stock split will have the desired effect of sufficiently increasing the bid priceshares of our Common Stock forand do not intend to pay any period required by Nasdaq or that if it does, if it will continue to satisfy the Bid Minimum Price Requirement at any timecash dividends in the foreseeable future. On April 17, 2020, the SEC approved Nasdaq’s proposed change to certain of its listing rules, including the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, which extends the period of time in which Nasdaq-listed companies are required to regain compliance with such rules by tolling such compliance periods to June 30, 2020. As of the date of this prospectus, we have not received any communications from Nasdaq regarding our compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement. Additionally, even if we are able to satisfy the Minimum Bid Price Requirement as a result of such reverse stock split, there can be no assuranceWe anticipate that we will be able to comply with Nasdaq’s other listing standard, including the Stockholders’ Equity Requirement (as defined below) or the Audit Committee Rule (as defined below), with which we are currently not in compliance.

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On November 18, 2019, we were officially notified by Nasdaq that we did not comply with Listing Rule 5550(b) (the “Rule”), which requires a minimum $2,500,000 stockholders’ equity (the “Stockholders’ Equity Requirement”), among other listing criteria. We were required to submit to Nasdaq a plan to regain compliance with the Stockholders’ Equity Requirement for consideration by the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications staff (“Nasdaq Staff”) by no later than January 2, 2020. On January 2, 2020, we submitted a plan to regain compliance (the “Compliance Plan”) to the Nasdaq Staff. On March 23, 2020, the Nasdaq Staff accepted the Compliance Plan and granted us an extension period pursuant to which we must regain compliance with the Rule. Among other things, the terms of such extension include that we must complete an equity raise on or before May 18, 2020, and must publicly disclose on a Current Report on Form 8-K our prior non-compliance with the Rule and the terms of such equity raise enabling us to regain compliance with the Rule. Notwithstanding the terms of such extension period, if we fail to evidence compliance with the Rule upon the filingretain all of our periodic reportfuture earnings for use in the period ending June 30, 2020,development of our business and for general corporate purposes. Any determination to pay dividends in the Nasdaq Stafffuture will provide written notification thatbe at the discretion of our Board. Accordingly, investors must rely on sales of their Common Stock will be delisted from Nasdaq, however we may appeal such delisting determination to Nasdaq’s hearing panel.

On March 24, 2020, we were officially notified by Nasdaq that we did not comply with Listing Rule 5605 (the “Audit Committee Rule”), which requires that the audit committee of our Board include at least three independent directors. In accordance with Nasdaq’s Listing Rules, we have been granted a cure period in order to regain compliance with the Audit Committee Rule, which period ends on (i) the earlier of (x) our next annual stockholders’ meeting or (y) February 10, 2021 or (ii) if such annual stockholders’ meeting is held before August 10, 2020, then we must evidence compliance with the Audit Committee Rule no later than that date. If we fail to evidence compliance with the Audit Committee Rule upon such period’s end, the Nasdaq Staff will provide written notification that our Common Stock will be delisted from Nasdaq, however we may appeal such delisting determination to Nasdaq’s hearing panel.

In the event that we are delisted from Nasdaq, our Common Stock may lose liquidity, increase volatility, and lose market maker support. See “Prospectus Summary—Recent Developments” on page 7 of this prospectus regarding Nasdaq’s written notifications to the Company. There can be no assurances that we will be able to regain compliance with Nasdaq listing standards relating to the Minimum Bid Price Requirement, the Stockholders’ Equity Requirement or the Audit Committee Rule, or if we do later regain compliance with such Nasdaq listing standards, will be able to continue to comply with all such listing standards. If we are unable to maintain compliance with these Nasdaq requirements, our Common Stock will be delisted from Nasdaq,after price appreciation, which may negatively impactnever occur, as the value of our securities.only way to realize any future gains on their investments.

 

In the event that our Common Stock is delisted from Nasdaq, U.S. broker-dealers may be discouraged from effecting transactions in shares of our Common Stock because they may be considered penny stocks and thus be subject to the penny stock rules.

 

The SEC has adopted a number of rules to regulate “penny stock” that restricts transactions involving stock which is deemed to be penny stock. Such rules include Rules 3a51-1, 15g-1, 15g-2, 15g-3, 15g-4, 15g-5, 15g-6, 15g-7, and 15g-9 under the Exchange Act. These rules may have the effect of reducing the liquidity of penny stocks. “Penny stocks” generally are equity securities with a price of less than $5.00 per share (other than securities registered on certain national securities exchanges or quoted on Nasdaq if current price and volume information with respect to transactions in such securities is provided by the exchange or system). Our shares of Common Stock have in the past constituted, and may again in the future constitute, “penny stock” within the meaning of the rules. The additional sales practice and disclosure requirements imposed upon U.S. broker-dealers for sales of penny stocks may discourage such broker-dealers from effecting transactions in shares of our Common Stock, which could severely limit the market liquidity of such shares of Common Stock and impede their sale in the secondary market.

 

A U.S. broker-dealer selling penny stock to anyone other than an established customer or “accredited investor” (generally, an individual with a net worth in excess of $1,000,000 or an annual income exceeding $200,000, or $300,000 together with his or her spouse) must make a special suitability determination for the purchaser and must receive the purchaser’s written consent to the transaction prior to sale, unless the broker-dealer or the transaction is otherwise exempt. In addition, the “penny stock” regulations require the U.S. broker-dealer to deliver, prior to any transaction involving a “penny stock”, a disclosure schedule prepared in accordance with SEC standards relating to the “penny stock” market, unless the broker-dealer or the transaction is otherwise exempt. A U.S. broker-dealer is also required to disclose commissions payable to the U.S. broker-dealer and the registered representative and current quotations for the securities. Finally, a U.S. broker-dealer is required to submit monthly statements disclosing recent price information with respect to the “penny stock” held in a customer’s account and information with respect to the limited market in “penny stocks”.

 

Stockholders should be aware that, according to the SEC, the market for “penny stocks” has suffered in recent years from patterns of fraud and abuse. Such patterns include (i) control of the market for the security by one or a few broker-dealers that are often related to the promoter or issuer; (ii) manipulation of prices through prearranged matching of purchases and sales and false and misleading press releases; (iii) “boiler room” practices involving high-pressure sales tactics and unrealistic price projections by inexperienced sales persons; (iv) excessive and undisclosed bid-ask differentials and markups by selling broker-dealers; and (v) the wholesale dumping of the same securities by promoters and broker-dealers after prices have been manipulated to a desired level, resulting in investor losses. Our management is aware of the abuses that have occurred historically in the penny stock market. Although we do not expect to be in a position to dictate the behavior of the market or of broker-dealers who participate in the market, management will strive within the confines of practical limitations to prevent the described patterns from being established with respect to our securities.

If we fail to make necessary improvements to address the material weakness in our internal control over financial reporting identified by our independent registered public accounting firm, we may not be able to report our financial results accurately and timely or prevent fraud, any of which could cause our reported financial results to be materially misstated and result in the loss of investor confidence or delisting and cause the trading price of our Common Stock to decline. 

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Our independent registered public accounting firm has not conducted an audit of our internal control over financial reporting. However, in connection with the audits of our consolidated financial statements as of and for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, our independent registered public accounting firm identified in their reports to our audit committee that we had material weaknesses in our internal control over financial reporting due to (i) insufficient written policies and procedures for accounting and financial reporting with respect to the requirements and application of both accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) and SEC guidelines and (ii) inadequate segregation of duties. A material weakness is defined in the standards established by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) as a deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, in internal control over financial reporting such that there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of our annual or interim financial statements will not be prevented or detected on a timely basis. Our management and independent registered public accounting firm did not and was not required to perform an evaluation of our internal control over financial reporting as of and for the year ended December 31, 2018 in accordance with the provisions of the JOBS Act. As of the year ended December 31, 2019, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer performed such an evaluation and concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were ineffective as of the end of such period, which conclusion was based on the fact that as of the year ended December 31, 2019, the Company had insufficient written policies and procedures for accounting and financial reporting with respect to the requirements and application of both GAAP and SEC guidelines. In connection with the audit of our consolidated financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2019, our independent registered public accounting firm identified in their report to our audit committee that we had a material weakness in our internal control over financial reporting due to insufficient written policies and procedures for accounting and financial reporting with respect to the requirements and application of both GAAP and SEC guidelines. 

If we fail to further increase and maintain the number and expertise of our staff for our accounting and finance functions and to improve and maintain internal control over financial reporting adequate to meet the demands that will be placed upon us as a public company, including the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, we may be unable to report our financial results accurately and prevent fraud. In addition, we cannot be certain that any such steps we undertake will successfully remediate such material weakness or that other material weaknesses and control deficiencies will not be discovered in the future. If our remediation efforts are not successful or other material weaknesses or control deficiencies occur in the future, we may be unable to report our financial results accurately or on a timely basis, which could cause our reported financial results to be materially misstated and result in the loss of investor confidence or delisting and cause our stock price to decline. As a result of such failures, we could also become subject to investigations by Nasdaq, the SEC, or other regulatory authorities, and become subject to litigation from investors and stockholders, any of which could harm our reputation and financial condition and divert financial and management resources. Even if we are able to report our consolidated financial statements accurately and timely, if we do not make all the necessary improvements to address such material weakness, continued disclosure of our material weakness will be required in future filings with the SEC, which could reduce investor confidence in our reported results and cause our stock price to decline.

Our executive officers, directors and principal stockholders own a significant percentage of our Common Stock and will be able to exert significant control over matters subject to stockholder approval.

As of April 17, 2020, our directors, executive officers and holders of more than 5% of our equity securities, together with their affiliates, beneficially own 56% of our outstanding shares of Common Stock, and one of our stockholders beneficially owns over 23% of our outstanding shares of Common Stock. As a result, these stockholders have significant influence to determine the outcome of matters submitted to our stockholders for approval, including the ability to defeat the election of our directors, amend or prevent amendment of our certificate of incorporation, as amended, or bylaws or effect or prevent a change in corporate control, merger, consolidation, takeover or other business combination. In addition, any sale of a significant amount of our Common Stock held by our directors, executive officers and principal stockholders, or the possibility of such sales, could adversely affect the market price of our Common Stock. Management’s stock ownership may also discourage a potential acquirer from making a tender offer or otherwise attempting to obtain control of us, which in turn could reduce our stock price or prevent our stockholders from realizing any gains from our Common Stock.

Substantial future sales of shares of our Common Stock could cause the market price of our Common Stock to decline.

We expect that significant additional capital will be needed in the near future to continue our planned operations in the event that all of the shares of our Common Stock offered pursuant to this offering are not sold. Sales of a substantial number of shares of our Common Stock in the public market following the completion of this offering, or the perception that these sales might occur, could depress the market price of our Common Stock and could impair our ability to raise capital through the sale of additional equity securities. We are unable to predict the effect that such sales may have on the prevailing market price of our Common Stock.

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Moreover, after this offering, holders of approximately all of our warrants to purchase shares of Common Stock, including the holders of the shares offered in connection with this offering, the holder of the March 2020 Note and holders of 250,000 shares of our Series A Preferred Stock, or their respective transferees, will be entitled to specified rights with respect to the registration of the offer and sale of their respective shares of Common Stock underlying such securities under the Securities Act. Registration of the offer and sale of such shares of Common Stock under the Securities Act would result in such shares becoming freely tradable without restriction under the Securities Act immediately upon the effectiveness of the registration. We have also registered all shares of Common Stock that we may issue under our LTIP. If any such additional shares of Common Stock are sold, or if it is perceived that they will be sold, in the public market, the market price of our Common Stock could decline. See also “Description of Securities – Registration Rights.” 

Purchasers in this offering will experience immediate and substantial dilution in the book value of their investment.

The public offering price of our Common Stock will be substantially higher than the pro forma net tangible book value per share of our Common Stock outstanding immediately following the completion of this offering. Therefore, if you purchase shares of Common Stock in this offering at an assumed public offering price of $5.30 per share, assuming no issuance of any Pre-Funded Warrants in this offering, you will experience immediate and substantial dilution of $2.64 per share, or approximately 50% of the public offering price of such shares, which is the difference between the price per share you pay for our Common Stock and our pro forma net tangible book value per share as of December 31, 2019, after giving effect to the issuance of shares of Common Stock in this offering. This dilution is due in large part to the fact that our earlier investors paid substantially less than the public offering price when they purchased shares of Common Stock. In addition, purchasers of the shares of Common Stock in this offering will have contributed approximately 5.6% of the aggregate price paid by all purchasers of our Common Stock and will own approximately 47.9% of our Common Stock outstanding after this offering.

Furthermore, you may experience further dilution to the extent that shares of our Common Stock are issued upon the exercise of outstanding warrants and pre-funded warrants and upon the conversion of the Note and outstanding shares of our Series A Preferred Stock. If we issue additional equity securities, employee stock grants vest, or there are any issuances and subsequent exercises of stock options issued in the future, you will experience additional dilution. Additional shares of our Common Stock may also be issued as follows (a) the exercise of warrants and pre-funded warrants to purchase an aggregate of 703,099 shares of Common Stock as of April 17, 2020, (b) up to an aggregate of 408,000 shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion of the March 2020 Note (assuming full conversion of the March 2020 Note using a conversion price equal to the Variable Conversion Price (as defined below)), (c) the issuance of up to an aggregate of 1,226,415 shares of Common Stock underlying the Warrants to be issued in this offering (assuming no exercise of the underwriters’ over-allotment option), (d) the exercise of Underwriters’ Warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 61,320 shares of Common Stock, (e) 705 shares of restricted stock to be released to a terminated employee in two equal tranches over the next 10 months pursuant to the terms of such employee’s restricted stock agreement, (f) 20,000 unvested deferred shares (the “Deferred Shares”) under LTIP, issued to Michael Howse, a member of our Board, pursuant to a Deferred Shares Agreement, entered into as of January 4, 2019 (the “Deferred Shares Agreement”), and (g) 12,500 shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion of 250,000 shares of the Series A Preferred Stock issued to Lisa Walsh on April 18, 2019. Such warrants and pre-funded warrants have an average exercise price of $35.81 and a weighted average years to maturity of approximately 3.72 years. The March 2020 Note is convertible into shares of Common Stock at the lesser of (x) 90% of the average of the five lowest daily VWAPs (as defined in the March 2020 Note) during the previous twenty trading days prior to the applicable conversion date (the “Variable Conversion Price”) and (y) $6.40, subject to certain adjustments. In addition, such shares of Series A Preferred Stock are convertible into 12,500 shares of Common Stock at a price of $80.00 per share, which is subject to adjustment under the Certificate of Designations of the Preferences, Rights and Limitations of the Series A Preferred Stock upon certain subsequent transactions and events described therein and which price cannot be reduced below $30.00 (the “Certificate of Designations”). See “Certain Relationships and Related Party Transactions – Significant Stockholders”. Additionally, 124,704 shares of our Common Stock remain available for future issuance to our employees, directors and consultants pursuant to our LTIP, as of April 17, 2020. If our Board elects to issue additional restricted stock, stock options and/or other equity-based awards under the LTIP, our stockholders and investors in this offering may experience additional dilution, which could cause our Common Stock price to fall.

We may seek to raise additional funds, finance acquisitions or develop strategic relationships by issuing securities that would dilute the ownership of the Common Stock. Depending on the terms available to us, if these activities result in significant dilution, it may negatively impact the trading price of our shares of Common Stock.

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We have financed our operations, and we expect to continue to finance our operations, acquisitions, if any, and the development of strategic relationships by issuing equity and/or convertible securities, which could significantly reduce the percentage ownership of our existing stockholders. Further, any additional financing that we secure may require the granting of rights, preferences or privileges senior to, or pari passu with, those of our Common Stock. Additionally, we may acquire other technologies or finance strategic alliances by issuing our equity or equity-linked securities, which may result in additional dilution. Any issuances by us of equity securities may be at or below the prevailing market price of our Common Stock and in any event may have a dilutive impact on your ownership interest, which could cause the market price of our Common Stock to decline. We may also raise additional funds through the incurrence of debt or the issuance or sale of other securities or instruments senior to our shares of Common Stock. The holders of any securities or instruments we may issue may have rights superior to the rights of our common stockholders. If we experience dilution from issuance of additional securities and we grant superior rights to new securities over common stockholders, it may negatively impact the trading price of our shares of Common Stock.

We could issue “blank check” preferred stock without stockholder approval with the effect of diluting then current stockholder interests and impairing their voting rights; and provisions in our charter documents could discourage a takeover that stockholders may consider favorable.

Our certificate of incorporation, as amended, authorizes the issuance of up to 20,000,000 shares of “blank check” preferred stock with designations, rights and preferences as may be determined from time to time by our Board. 18,750,000 out of the 20,000,000 shares of preferred stock have not been designated. Our Board is empowered, without stockholder approval, to issue a series of preferred stock with dividend, liquidation, conversion, voting or other rights which could dilute the interest of, or impair the voting power of, our common stockholders. The issuance of a series of preferred stock could be used as a method of discouraging, delaying or preventing a change in control. For example, it would be possible for our Board to issue preferred stock with voting or other rights or preferences that could impede the success of any attempt to change control of our Company.

The market price for our Common Stock is particularly volatile given our status as a relatively unknown company with a small and thinly traded public float, and lack of profits, which could lead to wide fluctuations in our share price. You may be unable to sell your shares of Common Stock at or above your purchase price, which may result in substantial losses to you.

The market for our Common Stock is characterized by significant price volatility when compared to the shares of larger, more established companies that have large public floats, and we expect that our share price will continue to be more volatile than the shares of such larger, more established companies for the indefinite future. The volatility in our share price is attributable to a number of factors. First, as noted above, our Common Stock is, compared to the shares of such larger, more established companies, sporadically and thinly traded. The price for our Common Stock could, for example, decline precipitously in the event that a large number of our Common Stock is sold on the market without commensurate demand. Secondly, we are a speculative or “risky” investment due to our lack of profits to date. As a consequence of this enhanced risk, more risk-adverse investors may, under the fear of losing all or most of their investment in the event of negative news or lack of progress, be more inclined to sell their shares on the market more quickly and at greater discounts than would be the case with the stock of a larger, more established company that has a large public float. Many of these factors are beyond our control and may decrease the market price of our Common Stock regardless of our operating performance.

If and when a larger trading market for our Common Stock develops, the market price of our Common Stock is still likely to be highly volatile and subject to wide fluctuations, and you may be unable to resell your shares at or above the price at which you acquired them.

The market price of our Common Stock may be highly volatile and could be subject to wide fluctuations in response to a number of factors that are beyond our control, including, but not limited to:

variations in our revenues and operating expenses;

actual or anticipated changes in the estimates of our operating results or changes in stock market analyst recommendations regarding our Common Stock, other comparable companies or our industry generally;

market conditions in our industry, the industries of our customers and the economy as a whole;

actual or expected changes in our growth rates or our competitors’ growth rates;

developments in the financial markets and worldwide or regional economies;

announcements of innovations or new products or services by us or our competitors;

announcements by the government relating to regulations that govern our industry;

sales of our Common Stock or other securities by us or in the open market;

changes in the market valuations of other comparable companies; and

other events or factors, many of which are beyond our control, including those resulting from such events, or the prospect of such events, including war, terrorism and other international conflicts, public health issues including health epidemics or pandemics, such as the recent outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), and natural disasters such as fire, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornados or other adverse weather and climate conditions, whether occurring in the United States or elsewhere, could disrupt our operations, disrupt the operations of our suppliers or result in political or economic instability.

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In addition, if the market for technology stocks or the stock market in general experiences loss of investor confidence, the trading price of our Common Stock could decline for reasons unrelated to our business, financial condition or operating results. The trading price of our shares might also decline in reaction to events that affect other companies in our industry, even if these events do not directly affect us. Each of these factors, among others, could harm the value of your investment in our Common Stock. In the past, following periods of volatility in the market, securities class-action litigation has often been instituted against companies. Such litigation, if instituted against us, could result in substantial costs and diversion of management’s attention and resources, which could materially and adversely affect our business, operating results and financial condition. 

In making your investment decision, you should understand that we and the underwriters have not authorized any other party to provide you with information concerning us or this offering.

You should carefully evaluate all of the information in this prospectus and the registration statement of which this prospectus forms a part before investing in our Company. We may receive media coverage regarding our Company, including coverage that is not directly attributable to statements made by our officers, that incorrectly reports on statements made by our officers or employees, or that is misleading as a result of omitting information provided by us, our officers or employees. We and the underwriters have not authorized any other party to provide you with information concerning us or this offering, and you should not rely on this information in making an investment decision.

Sales of a significant number of shares of our Common Stock in the public markets or significant short sales of our Common Stock, or the perception that such sales could occur, could depress the market price of our Common Stock and impair our ability to raise capital. 

Sales of a substantial number of shares of our Common Stock or other equity-related securities in the public markets, could depress the market price of our Common Stock. If there are significant short sales of our Common Stock, the price decline that could result from this activity may cause the share price to decline more so, which, in turn, may cause long holders of the Common Stock to sell their shares, thereby contributing to sales of Common Stock in the market. Such sales also may impair our ability to raise capital through the sale of additional equity securities in the future at a time and price that our management deems acceptable, if at all.

We have broad discretion in the use of the net proceeds from this offering and may not use them effectively.

Our management will have broad discretion in the application of the net proceeds from this offering, including for any of the purposes described in the section of this prospectus entitled “Use of Proceeds.” The failure by our management to apply these funds effectively could harm our business.

The requirements of being a U.S. public company may strain our resources and divert management’s attention.

As a U.S. public company, we are subject to the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the Dodd-Frank Act, the listing requirements of Nasdaq, and other applicable securities rules and regulations. Compliance with these rules and regulations will increase our legal and financial compliance costs, make some activities more difficult, time-consuming, or costly, and increase demand on our systems and resources. The Exchange Act requires, among other things, that we file annual and current reports with respect to our business and operating results.

As a result of disclosure of information in this prospectus, the registration statement of which this prospectus forms a part, and in filings required of a public company, our business and financial condition is more visible, which we believe may result in threatened or actual litigation, including by competitors and other third parties. If such claims are successful, our business and operating results could be harmed, and even if the claims do not result in litigation or are resolved in our favor, these claims, and the time and resources necessary to resolve them, could divert resources of our management and harm our business and operating results.

If securities or industry analysts do not publish research or reports about our business, or publish negative reports about our business, our share price and trading volume could decline.

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The trading market for our Common Stock may depend in part on the research and reports that securities or industry analysts may publish about us or our business, our market and our competitors. We do not have any control over such analysts. If one or more such analysts downgrade or publish a negative opinion of our Common Stock, our share price would likely decline. If analysts do not cover our Company or do not regularly publish reports on us, we may not be able to attain visibility in the financial markets, which could have a negative impact on our share price or trading volume.

We do not intend to pay dividends on our Common Stock for the foreseeable future.

We have never declared or paid any cash dividends on our Common Stock and do not intend to pay any cash dividends in the foreseeable future. We anticipate that we will retain all of our future earnings for use in the development of our business and for general corporate purposes. Any determination to pay dividends in the future will be at the discretion of our Board. Accordingly, investors must rely on sales of their Common Stock after price appreciation, which may never occur, as the only way to realize any future gains on their investments.

There is no public market for the Pre-Funded Warrants or the Warrants being offered in this offering.Warrants.

 

There is no established public trading market for the Pre-Funded Warrants or the Warrants being offered in this offering,hereby, and we do not expect a market to develop. In addition, we do not intend to apply to list the Pre-Funded Warrants or the Warrants on any national securities exchange or other nationally recognized trading system, including Nasdaq. Without an active market, the liquidity of the Pre-Funded Warrants and the Warrants will be limited.

 

The Pre-Funded Warrants and the Warrantsin this offering are speculative in nature.

 

The Pre-Funded Warrants and the Warrants offered hereby do not confer any rights of Common Stock ownership on their respective holders, such as voting rights or the right to receive dividends, but rather merely represent the right to acquire shares of Common Stock at a fixed price. Specifically, commencing on the date of issuance, (i) holders of the Pre-Funded Warrants may exercise their right to acquire the Common Stock and pay an exercise price of $0.01 per share and (ii) holders of the Warrants may exercise their right to acquire the Common Stock and pay an exercise price of $ per share, or 100% of the public offering price per share of our Common Stock. Moreover, followingFollowing this offering, the market value of the Pre-Funded Warrants, and the Warrantsif any, is uncertain and there can be no assurance that the market value of the Pre-Funded Warrants and the Warrants will equal or exceed their imputed public offering price. Furthermore, each Pre-Funded Warrant and each Warrant will expire five years from the original issuance date.

In the event that our Common Stock price does not exceed the exercise price of the Pre-Funded Warrants or the Warrants during the period when the Pre-Funded Warrants and thesuch Warrants are exercisable, as applicable, such warrantsWarrants may not have any value. Furthermore, each Warrant will expire five years from its initial exercise date.

Holders of the Pre-Funded Warrants and thewill not have rights of holders of our shares of Common Stock until such Warrants purchasedare exercised.

The Warrants in this offering will have nodo not confer any rights as common stockholders until suchof share ownership on their holders, exercise such warrants andbut rather merely represent the right to acquire shares of our Common Stock.

Stock at a fixed price. Until holders of the Pre-Funded Warrants and the Warrants acquire shares of our Common Stock upon exercise thereof,of the Warrants, holders of such Pre-Funded Warrants and Warrants will have no rights with respect to our shares of Common Stock underlying such Warrants.

This is a best efforts offering, no minimum amount of securities is required to be sold, and we may not raise the amount of capital we believe is required for our business plans.

The placement agent has agreed to use its reasonable best efforts to solicit offers to purchase the securities being offered in this offering. The placement agent has no obligation to buy any of the securities from us or to arrange for the purchase or sale of any specific number or dollar amount of the securities. There is no required minimum number of securities or amount of proceeds that must be sold as a condition to completion of this offering. Because there is no minimum offering amount required as a condition to the closing of this offering, the actual offering amount, placement agent fees and proceeds to us are not presently determinable and may be substantially less than the maximum amounts set forth above. We may sell fewer than all of the securities offered hereby, which may significantly reduce the amount of proceeds received by us, and investors in this offering will not receive a refund in the event that we do not sell an amount of securities sufficient to fund for our operations as described in the “Use of Proceeds” section herein. Thus, we may not raise the amount of capital we believe is required for our operations in the short-term and may need to raise additional funds, which may not be available or available on terms acceptable to us.

If you purchase shares of Common Stock in this offering, you will incur immediate and substantial dilution in the book value of the shares of our Common Stock underlying such Pre-Funded Warrants and Warrants. Upon exerciseStock.

The proposed public offering price of the Pre-Funded Warrantsshares of our Common stock is substantially higher than the pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value per share of our Common Stock. Investors purchasing shares of Common Stock in this offering will pay a price per share that substantially exceeds the pro forma as adjusted book value of our tangible assets after subtracting our liabilities. As a result, investors purchasing shares of common stock in this offering will incur immediate dilution of $      per share, based on an assumed combined public offering price of $      per share and accompanying Warrant. As a result of the dilution to investors purchasing shares of Common Stock in this offering, investors may receive significantly less than the purchase price paid in this offering, if anything, in the event of our liquidation. Further, because we may need to raise additional capital to fund our anticipated level of operations, we may in the future sell substantial amounts of Common Stock or the Warrants, such holders will be entitled to exercise the rightssecurities convertible into or exchangeable for common stock. These future issuances of a common stockholder only as to matters for which the record date occurs afterequity or equity-linked securities, together with the exercise date.or conversion of outstanding options, warrants, notes and/or any additional shares issued in connection with acquisitions, if any, may result in further dilution to investors.

 

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SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

 

This prospectus containsand the information incorporated by reference herein contain various forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), which represent our expectations or beliefs concerning future events. Forward-looking statements include statements that involve substantial risksare predictive in nature, which depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, and/or which include words such as “believes,” “plans,” “intends,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “expects,” “may,” “will” or similar expressions. In addition, any statements concerning future financial performance, ongoing strategies or prospects, and uncertainties. The forward-looking statements are contained principally in the sections of this prospectus entitled “Prospectus Summary” and “Risk Factors,” butpossible future actions, including any potential strategic transaction involving us, which may be provided by our management, are also contained elsewhere in this prospectus. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “objective,” “ongoing,” “plan,” “predict,” “project,” “potential,” “should,” “will,” or “would,” or the negative of these terms, or other comparable terminology intended to identify statements about the future. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from the information expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Although we believe that we have a reasonable basis for each forward-looking statement contained in this prospectus, we caution you that theseForward-looking statements are based on a combination of factscurrent expectations and projections about future events and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions about our company, economic and market factors, currently known by us and our expectations of the future, aboutindustry in which we cannot be certain. Forward-lookingdo business, among other things. These statements include statements about:

our ability to continue to increase revenue, secure new consumer electronics customers and maintain existing customers;

the effects of increased competition as well as innovations by new and existing competitors in our market;

our ability to effectively manage or sustain our growth;

our ability to maintain, or strengthen awareness of, our solutions and our reputation;

potential acquisitions and integration of complementary business and technologies;

our expected use of proceeds;

perceived or actual integrity, reliability, quality or compatibility problems with our product solutions;

statements regarding future revenue, hiring plans, expenses, capital expenditures, capital requirements and stock performance;

our ability to attract and retain qualified employees and key personnel and further expand our overall headcount;

our ability to grow both domestically and internationally;

our ability to stay abreast of new or modified laws and regulations that currently apply or become applicable to our business both in the United States and internationally;

our ability to maintain, protect and enhance our IP;

costs associated with defending IP infringement and other claims; and

the future trading prices of our Common Stock and the impact of securities analysts’ reports on these prices.

We caution you that the foregoing list mayare not contain allguarantees of the forward-looking statements made in this prospectus.

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You should refer to the “Risk Factors” section of this prospectus for a discussion of important factors that may cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by our forward-looking statements. As a result of these factors,future performance, and we cannot assure you that the forward-looking statements in this prospectus will prove to be accurate. Furthermore, if our forward-looking statements prove to be inaccurate, the inaccuracy may be material. In light of the significant uncertainties in these forward-looking statements, you should not regard these statements as a representation or warranty by us or any other person that we will achieve our objectives and plans in any specified time frame or at all. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. The Private Securities Litigation Reform ActActual events and results may differ materially from those expressed or forecasted in forward-looking statements due to a number of 1995factors. Factors that could cause our actual performance, future results and Section 27A of the Securities Act, do not protectactions to differ materially from any forward-looking statements that we makeinclude, but are not limited to, those discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in connectionthis prospectus and in any of our filings with the SEC pursuant to Sections 13(a), 13(c), 14 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act. The forward-looking statements in this offering. In addition, statements that state “we believe”prospectus and similar statements reflectthe information incorporated by reference herein represent our beliefs and opinions on the relevant subject. These statements are based upon information available to usviews as of the date of this prospectus, and while we believe such information forms a reasonable basis for such statements such information may be limited or incomplete, and ourare made. These forward-looking statements should not be readrelied upon as representing our views as of any date subsequent to indicate that we have conducted an exhaustive inquiry into, or review of, all potentially available relevant information. Thesethe date such statements are inherently uncertain and investors are cautioned not to unduly rely upon these statements.made.

 

You should read this prospectus and the documents that we reference in this prospectus and have filed as exhibits to the registration statement, of which this prospectus is a part, completely and with the understanding that our actual future results may be materially different from what we expect. We qualify all of our forward-looking statements by these cautionary statements.

INDUSTRY AND MARKET DATA

 

Unless otherwise indicated, information contained in this prospectus concerning our industry and the market in which we operate, including our market position, market opportunity and market size, is based on information from various sources, on assumptions that we have made based on such data and other similar sources and on our knowledge of the markets for our products. These data sources involve a number of assumptions and limitations, and you are cautioned not to give undue weight to such estimates.

 

Neither we nor the underwritersWe have not independently verified any third-party information. While we believe the market position, market opportunity and market size information included in this prospectus is generally reliable, such information is inherently imprecise. In addition, projections, assumptions and estimates of our future performance and the future performance of the industry in which we operate is necessarily subject to a high degree of uncertainty and risk due to a variety of factors, including those described in the section titled “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in this prospectus.prospectus and in any documents that we incorporate by reference into the registration statement of which this prospectus forms a part. These and other factors could cause results to differ materially from those expressed in the estimates made by the independent parties and by us.

 

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USE OF PROCEEDS

 

We estimate that the net proceeds from our issuance and sale of 1,226,415 shares of our Common Stock, Pre-Funded Warrants and Warrants in this offering will be approximately $5,700,000 (or $6,597,000 if$            based on the underwriters fully exercise their over-allotment option solely forsale of            shares of our Common Stock), excluding any exercise of the Pre-FundedStock and accompanying Warrants and the Warrants issued in connection with this offering, based uponat an assumed combined public offering price of $5.30 per share and accompanying Warrant, after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses payable by us. We will only receive additional proceeds from the exercise of the Pre-Funded Warrants and the Warrants issuable in this offering if such Pre-Funded Warrants and Warrants are exercised at their respective exercise prices of $0.01 and $            per share of Common Stock and Warrants, which is equal to the holderslast reported sale price per share of such Pre-Fundedour Common Stock on The Nasdaq Capital Market on            , 2022, after deducting the placement agent fees and estimated offering expenses payable by us, and assuming no exercise of the Warrants being issued in this offering. However, because this is a best efforts offering and Warrants paythere is no minimum offering amount required as a condition to the exercise priceclosing of such Pre-Funded Warrantsthis offering, the actual offering amount, the placement agent’s fees and Warrants in cash.net proceeds to us are not presently determinable and may be substantially less than the maximum amounts set forth on the cover page of this prospectus.

 

As of the date of this prospectus, we cannot predict with certainty all the uses for the net proceeds to be received upon the completion of this offering. We expectintend to use approximately 20% of the netgross proceeds on product development, repayment of debt, this offering to repay a portion of the Convertible Note, and the remainder of the proceeds, after deducting placement agent’s fees and offering expenses, for working capital, capital expenditures, product development, and other general corporate purposes, including investments in sales and marketing in the United States and internationally.internationally. We plan tomay also use the proceeds of this offering, net of expenses, to repay an aggregate of $2,040,000 to the holder of the March 2020 Note, which matures two years from the date of issuance and does not accrue interest unless a default has occurred. Pending our use of the net proceeds from this offering, we intend to invest a portion of the net proceeds in a varietyfor the acquisitions of capital preservation investments, including short-term, interest-bearing instruments and U.S. government securities.businesses, products, technologies or licenses that are complementary to our business, although we have no present commitments or agreements to do so. We have not allocated specific amounts of net proceeds for any of these purposes.

 

This expected useThe Convertible Note has a principal amount of net proceeds from this offering$3,600,000, matures on August 15, 2024 and our existing cash and cash equivalents represents our intentions based upon our current plans and business conditions, which could change in the future as our plans and business conditions evolve. The amounts and timing of our actual expenditures may vary significantly depending on numerous factors, including timing of receipts from customers. As a result, our management will retain broad discretion over the allocation of the net proceeds from this offering. We have no current agreements, commitments or understandings for any material acquisitions or licenses of any products, businesses or technologies.does not bear interest.

 

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DIVIDEND POLICY

 

We have never declared or paid any cash dividends on shares of our Common Stock. We currentlyStock and do not intend to retain all available funds andpay any future earnings for the operation and expansion of our business and, therefore, we do not anticipate declaring or payingcash dividends in the foreseeable future. In addition, pursuantWe anticipate that we will retain all of our future earnings for use in the development of our business and for general corporate purposes. Any determination to pay dividends in the Certificate of Designations, so long as any Series A Preferred Stock is outstanding, we are not permitted to directly or indirectly declare or pay any dividend on our Common Stock as long as any dividends due on the Series A Preferred Stock remain unpaid. The payment of dividendsfuture will be at the discretion of our Board and will dependBoard. Accordingly, investors must rely on our resultssales of operations, capital requirements, financial condition, prospects, contractual arrangements,their Common Stock after price appreciation, which may never occur, as the only way to realize any limitationsfuture gains on payment of dividends present in our future debt agreements, and other factors that our Board may deem relevant.their investments.

 

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CAPITALIZATION

 

The following table sets forth our actual cash and cash equivalents and our capitalization as of December 31, 2019:June 30, 2022:

 

 

on an actual basis as of December 31, 2019;

on a pro forma basis to give effect to our receipt of (i) $100,000 from the issuance of a convertible promissory note in the amount of $111,100 at a 10% original issue discount on January 24, 2019 which was repaid on March 31, 2020, (ii) net proceeds of approximately $711,000 from the issuance of 91,062 shares of Common Stock sold in the February 2020 Private Placement and (iii) net proceeds of approximately $1,369,000 from the issuance of the March 2020 Note in the aggregate principal amount of $2,040,000 and the March 2020 Warrant;
basis;

 

on a pro forma basis after giving effect to the receipt of net cash proceeds of approximately $2,581,000 from our private placement of a senior convertible note in the principal amount of $3.6 million, which closed on August 15, 2022; and

on a pro forma as adjusted basis to give further effect to the pro forma adjustments describedevents above and to the issuance and sale of             1,226,415 shares of our Common Stock in this offeringand accompanying Warrants to purchase up to              shares of our Common Stock at ana combined assumed public offering price of $5.30$             per share which is the last reported sale price for our Common Stock on Nasdaq on April 17, 2020,and accompanying Warrant, after deducting the underwriting discounts and commissionsplacement agent fees and estimated offering expenses payable by us, and assuming no Pre-Funded Warrants are issued.

us.

 

AllYou should read this information in conjunction with “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and our condensed consolidated financial statements and related notes appearing in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 and our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, which are incorporated by reference in this prospectus.

  

As of June 30, 2022

(unaudited)

 
  Actual  Pro Forma Pro Forma
As Adjusted
 

(in thousands, except share data)

Cash and cash equivalents:

 $4,762  7,245    
Debt:          
Convertible Note    3,600    
           
Stockholders’ Equity:          
Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share: 200,000,000 shares authorized and 16,899,822 shares outstanding, actual and pro forma; 200,000,000 shares authorized and            shares outstanding, pro forma as adjusted  2  2    
Additional paid-in capital  229,564  229,564    
Accumulated deficit  (220,182) (220,182)   
    Total stockholders’ equity  9,384  9,384    
           
Total capitalization $9,384  12,984    

A $1.00 increase in the assumed combined public offering price of $            per share and price per share information in this Capitalization section has been adjusted to reflect our one-for-twenty reverse stock split, effective on April 9, 2020.

Our capitalization following the closing of this offering will be adjustedaccompanying Warrant (which is based on the last reported closing price of our Common Stock of $            per share on             , 2022), would increase cash and cash equivalents and total stockholders’ equity by approximately $            million, assuming the number of shares of Common Stock and Warrants offered by us, as set forth on the cover of this prospectus, remains the same and after deducting placement agent fees and estimated offering expenses payable by us. The pro forma as adjusted information discussed above is illustrative only and will adjust based on the actual combined public offering price and other terms of this offering determined at pricing. You should read this table together with our consolidated financial statements and the related notes and the sections entitled “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2019, filed with the SEC on March 25, 2020, which is incorporated by reference herein.

  As of December 31, 2019 
  Actual  Pro Forma  Pro Forma As Adjusted 
     (unaudited) 
  (in thousands, except per share and per
 share data)
 
Cash and cash equivalents $298  $2,367  $6,027 
Convertible promissory notes  -   2,040   - 
             
Series A 8% Senior Convertible Preferred stock, $0.0001 par value per share:            
  1,250,000 shares authorized; 250,000 shares issued and outstanding – actual,            
  pro forma and pro forma as adjusted  517   517   517 
Stockholders’ Equity:            
Common stock, par value $0.0001, 200,000,000 shares authorized and 1,243,702,            
1,334,764 and 2,561,179 shares issued and outstanding - actual, pro forma (unaudited)            
 and pro forma as adjusted (unaudited)  -   -   - 
Additional paid-in capital  188,320   189,031   194,731 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss  (48)  (48)  (48)
Accumulated deficit  (187,678)  (187,678)  (187,678)
Total stockholders' equity  594   1,305   7,005 
             
             
Total capitalization $1,111  $3,862  $7,522 

 

The total number of shares of our Common Stock reflected in the discussion and tablestable above is based on 1,243,70216,899,822 shares of our Common Stock outstanding as of December 31, 2019,June 30, 2022, but excludes the following as of such date: (a) shares of Common Stockup to be issued upon exercise of warrants and pre-funded warrants to purchase an aggregate of 396,997 shares of Common Stock as of such date, (b) 1,057 shares of restricted stock to be released to a terminated employee in three equal tranches over the next 14 months pursuant to the terms of such employee’s restricted stock agreement, (c) 20,000 unvested Deferred Shares issued to Mr. Howse pursuant to the Deferred Shares Agreement, (d) 12,5004,419,938 shares of Common Stock issuable upon exercise of our outstanding warrants, (b) up to Lisa Walsh upon the conversionan aggregate of 250,00020,722 shares of our Series A PreferredCommon Stock held by Ms. Walsh, (e)theissuable upon exercise of any Underwriters’ Warrantsour outstanding pre-funded warrants, (c) 501,060 shares of Common Stock reserved for future issuance under the Company’s LTIP and the 2020 Plan, and (d) an aggregate of 421,558 shares of Common Stock issuable upon vesting of restricted stock units that were issued in connection with this offeringand (f)pursuant to the exercise2020 Plan, none of any Warrants issued in connection with this offering (assuming no issuancewhich have vested as of any Pre-Funded Warrants and no exercise of the underwriters’ over-allotment option).June 30, 2022.

 

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DILUTION

 

If you invest in our Common Stock inthe securities being offered by this offering,prospectus, your ownership interest will be diluted immediately to the extent of the difference between the combined public offering price per share of our Common Stockand accompanying Warrant and the pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value per share of our Common Stock after this offering.

 

Our historical net tangible book value as of December 31, 2019June 30, 2022 was $1,083,000,$9,384,000, or $0.87$0.56 per share of our Common Stock. Historical net tangible book value per share represents the amount of our total tangible assets, less total liabilities, divided by the number of shares of our Common Stock outstanding as of December 31, 2019.June 30, 2022.

 

OurPro forma net tangible book value per share represents the amount of our total tangible assets as adjusted to take into account net cash proceeds of approximately $2,581,000 from our private placement of a senior convertible note in the principal amount of $3.6 million, which closed on August 15, 2022. After giving effect to this transaction, our pro forma net tangible book value per share as of December 31, 2019 was $1,112,000 or $0.83June 30, 2022 would have been approximately $0.49 per share of our Common Stock after giving effect to our receipt (i) $100,000 from the issuance of a convertible promissory note in the amount of $111,100 at a 10% original issue discount on January 24, 2019 which was repaid on March 31, 2020, (ii) net proceeds of approximately $711,000 from the issuance of 91,062 shares of Common Stock sold in the February 2020 Private Placement and (iii) net proceeds of approximately $1,369,000 from the issuance of the March 2020 Note in the aggregate principal amount of $2,040,000 and the March 2020 Warrant.

All share and price per share information in this Dilution section has been adjusted to reflect our one-for-twenty reverse stock split, effective on April 9, 2020.share.

 

After giving effect to the pro forma adjustmentsforegoing transaction and the issuance andour sale of 1,226,415 shares of our Common Stock in this offering at an assumedof            shares of Common Stock and accompanying Warrants offered by this prospectus (assuming a combined public offering price of $5.30$            per share which is the last reported sale price of our Common Stock on Nasdaq on April 17, 2020, and accompanying Warrant), and after deducting the underwriting discounts and commissionsplacement agent fees and estimated offering expenses payable by us, assuming no exercise of the underwriters’ over-allotment option and assuming the repayment of the March 2020 Note in the amount of $2,040,000,Warrants, our pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value as of December 31, 2019June 30, 2022 would have been approximately $6,812,000,$            or approximately $2.66$            per share. This represents an immediate increase in pro forma net tangible book value per share of $1.83 to existing stockholders and immediate dilution of $2.64 per share to new investors purchasing Common Stock in this offering. Dilution per share to new investors is determined by subtracting as adjusted net tangible book value of approximately $            per share afterto our existing stockholders and an immediate dilution in pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value of approximately $            per share to purchasers of our securities in this offering, fromas illustrated by the public offering price per share paid by new investors. The following table illustrates this dilution on a per share basis:table:

 

Assumed public offering price per share$5.30 
Net tangible book value per share as of December 31, 2019, before giving effect to: (1) the issuance of a convertible promissory note in the amount of $111,100 which has been repaid, (2) the issuance of Common Stock in connection with the February 2020 Private Placement, (3) the issuance of our securities in connection with the March 2020 Private Placement and (4) this offering $0.87
Decrease in pro forma net tangible book value per share attributed to the issuance of a convertible promissory note in the amount of $111,100 which has been repaid (2) the issuance of Common Stock in connection with the February 2020 Private Placement, (3) the issuance of our securities in connection with the March 2020 Private Placement and (4) this offering(0.04)
Increase in pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value per share attributed to new investors purchasing shares from us in this offering1.83
Pro forma, as adjusted, net tangible book value per share after giving effect to this offering2.66 
Dilution to pro forma, as adjusted, net tangible book value per share to new investors in this offering$2.64 

Combined assumed public offering price per share of Common Stock and accompanying Warrant     $  
Pro forma net tangible book value per share at June 30, 2022, before giving effect to this offering $0.49     
Increase (decrease) in pro forma as adjusted net tangible per share attributable to investors in this offering $      
Pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value per share, as adjusted to give effect to this offering $      
Dilution to pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value per share to investors in this offering     $  

 

The dilution information discussed above is illustrative only and will change based on the actual public offering price and other terms of this offering to be determined at pricing. A 10% or $0.53$1.00 increase (decrease) in the assumed combined public offering price of $5.30$            per share and accompanying Warrant (which is based on the last reported closing price of our Common Stock of $            per share on            . 2022), would increase (decrease)our pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value after giving effect to this offering by approximately $            and the dilution to pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value per share to new investors in this offering by approximately $0.23,$            per share, assuming the number of shares of Common Stock and Warrants offered by us, as set forth on the cover page of this prospectus, remains the same and after deducting the estimated underwriting discounts and commissions and assuming no issuance of any Pre-Funded Warrants. We may also increase or decrease the number of shares of Common Stock and accompanying Warrants that we are offering from the number of shares of Common Stock and accompanying Warrants set forth above. An increase of 122,642 in the assumed number of shares of Common Stock and accompanying Warrants sold by us in this offering would result in an increase in our as adjusted net tangible book value of approximately $598,000, or approximately $0.10 per share, and the dilution per share to investors purchasing Common Stock and accompanying Warrants in this offering would be approximately $2.54 per share, assuming that the assumed combined public offering price per share of Common Stock and accompanying Warrant remains the same, after deducting the estimated underwriting discounts and commissionsplacement agent fees and estimated offering expenses payable by us and assuming no issuanceexercise of any Pre-Fundedthe Warrants.

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The following table summarizes as of December 31, 2019, on a pro forma basis, as described above, the number of shares of our Common Stock, the total consideration and the average price per share (1) paid to us by our existing stockholders and (2) to be paid by investors purchasing shares of our Common Stock in this offering at an assumed public offering price of $5.30 per share, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses payable by us:

  Shares
Purchased
  Total
Consideration
  Average Price 
  Number  Percent  Amount  Percent  Per Share 
Existing stockholders  1,334,764   52.1% $109,013,271   94.4% $81.67 
New investors  1,226,415   47.9% $6,500,000   5.6%  5.30 
Total  2,561,179   100.0% $115,513,271   100.0% $45.10 

 

The total number of shares of our Common Stock reflected in the discussion and tables above is based on 1,243,70216,899,822 shares of our Common Stock outstanding as of December 31, 2019,June 30, 2022, but excludes the following as of such date: (a) shares of Common Stockup to be issued upon exercise of warrants and pre-funded warrants to purchase an aggregate of 396,997 shares of Common Stock as of December 31, 2019, (b) 1,057 shares of restricted stock to be released to a terminated employee in three equal tranches over the next 14 months pursuant to the terms of such employee’s restricted stock agreement, (c) 20,000 unvested Deferred Shares issued to Mr. Howse pursuant to the Deferred Shares Agreement, (d) 12,5004,419,938 shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion of 250,000 sharesexercise of our Series A Preferred Stock issuedoutstanding warrants, (b) up to Lisa Walsh on April 18, 2019, (e) the exercisean aggregate of the underwriters’ over-allotment option, (f)the exercise of any Underwriters’ Warrants issued in connection with this offeringand (g)the exercise of any Pre-Funded Warrants or Warrants issued in connection with this offering.

As of the date of this prospectus, there are outstanding (i) 250,000 shares of our Series A Preferred Stock, which are convertible into 12,50020,722 shares of Common Stock at a priceissuable upon exercise of $80.00 per share (subject to adjustment under the Certificate of Designations upon certain subsequent transactions and events described therein, but which price cannot be reduced below of $1.50); and (ii) the March 2020 Note, which is convertible intoour outstanding pre-funded warrants, (c) 501,060 shares of Common Stock at a price per share equal toreserved for future issuance under the lesserCompany’s LTIP and the 2020 Plan, and (d) an aggregate of (x) 90% of the average of the five lowest daily VWAPs (as defined in the March 2020 Note) during the previous twenty trading days prior to the applicable conversion date and (y) $6.40, subject to certain adjustments.

As of the date of this prospectus, there were warrants outstanding for the purchase of 703,099421,558 shares of Common Stock. Stock issuable upon vesting of restricted stock units that were issued pursuant to the 2020 Plan, none of which have vested as of June 30, 2022.

To the extent that our outstanding options, warrants or pre-funded warrantsnotes are exercised new options or other securities are issued under our equity incentive plans, or we issue additional shares of Common Stock or preferred stock inconverted, as applicable, you could experience further dilution. To the future, there will be further dilution to investors participating in this offering. In addition, we may choose to raise additional capital because of market conditions or strategic considerations, even if we believeextent that we have sufficient funds for our current or future operating plans. If we raise additional capital through the sale of additional equity, or convertible debt securities, the issuance of these securitiesany of our shares of Common Stock could result in further dilution to our stockholders.

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CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

Other than compensation arrangements for our directors and executive officers, the following is a summary of transactions since the years ended December 31, 2018 and 2019 to which we have been a party in which the amount involved exceeded the lesser of (i) $120,000 or (ii) one percent of the average of our total assets at year-end for the last three completed fiscal years, and in which any of our then directors, executive officers or holders of more than 5% of any class of our stock at the time of such transaction, or any members of their immediate family, had or will have a direct or indirect material interest. See also “Executive Compensation” for additional information regarding compensation of related parties.

All share and price per share information in this section has been adjusted to reflect our one-for-twenty reverse stock split, effective on April 9, 2020.

Warrant Amendment and Exercise Agreements

Between September 25, 2019 and October 8, 2019, the Company and certain holders, including Brett Moyer, Gary Williams, Jonathan Gazdak, each of the Medalist Funds (as defined below) and Lisa Walsh (each a “Holder” and collectively, the “Holders”), of the Company’s common stock purchase warrants, with exercise prices between $60.00 and $108.00 (collectively, the “Original Warrants”), including the Company’s Series D common stock purchase warrants, Series F common stock purchase warrants (the “Series F Warrants”) and Series G common stock purchase warrants (the “Series G Warrants”), entered into Warrant Amendment and Exercise Agreements (the “Warrant Amendment Agreements”), pursuant to which the Company agreed to reduce the exercise price of each Original Warrant to $16.00 (the “Reduced Exercise Price”), and for each Original Warrant exercised by a Holder at the Reduced Exercise Price, the Company agreed to reduce the exercise price of Original Warrants to purchase up to an equivalent number of shares of Common Stock (the “Amended Warrants”) to $15.80 (the “Amended Exercise Price”). The Company entered into Warrant Amendment Agreements with 32 Holders, under which Original Warrants were exercised for a total of 56,420 shares of Common Stock and the Company received gross proceeds of $903,000. Remaining Original Warrants for 69,071 shares of Common Stock had their exercise price adjusted to the Amended Exercise Price of $15.80.

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Additionally, pursuant to the Warrant Amendment Agreements, the Company agreed to prepare and file with the SEC, as soon as practicable, but in no event later than November 4, 2019 (as extended by the Settlement Agreements (as defined below) to November 18, 2019), a registration statement on Form S-3 to register all shares of Common Stock received by the Holders upon exercise of any Warrant (as defined in the Warrant Amendment Agreements) and all shares of Common Stock underlying the Original Warrants (as defined in the Warrant Amendment Agreements) (such issued and underlying shares, the “Resale Shares”). On December 3, 2019, the Company filed a prospectus to its Registration Statement on Form S-3 (Registration No. 333-234787) for the registration of the Resale Shares.

From November 3, 2019 to November 6, 2019, the Company entered into settlement agreements (each a “Settlement Agreement” and collectively, the “Settlement Agreements”) with each of the Holders (other than the Medalist Funds (as defined herein), whose Settlement Agreement is described below) pursuant to which the Company agreed to issue such Holders an aggregate of 7,648 additional shares of common stock, with such shares meant to compensate such Holders for the difference between the Amended Exercise Price and the lower priced shares that were offered to investors in connection with the Company’s earlier registered direct offering of an aggregate of 125,000 shares of Common Stock, priced at $14.00 per share, that the Company closed on October 16, 2019 (the “Registered Direct Offering”). In addition, pursuant to the Settlement Agreements, the Company and the Holders agreed to extend the date by which the Company would file a registration statement on Form S-3 to register all of the Resale Shares from November 4, 2019 to November 18, 2019.

Brett Moyer

Mr. Moyer has served as the Company’s President, Chief Executive Officer and a Board member since the Company’s founding in August 2010.

In December 2016, Mr. Moyer extinguished secured promissory notes of the Company, consisting of an aggregate principal amount of $135,704, a promissory note of the Company in the principal amount of $50,000 and $69,290 of reimbursable expense reports, and invested the aggregate sum of $269,091 in the Company’s Series D convertible note (the “Series D Notes”) financing. In connection with the Series D Convertible Notes financing, the Company also issued Mr. Moyer a warrant to purchase 453 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $108.00. In connection with the extension of the maturity date of such Series D Convertible Note to June 30, 2018, the number of warrants granted to Mr. Moyer in connection with such financing was doubled, or increased by 453, effective February 28, 2018.

In April 2018, the Company issued Mr. Moyer a $62,500 Series G 20% Original Issue Discount Senior Secured Promissory Note, as amended (a “Series G Note”), in consideration for $50,000 of expenses incurred by Mr. Moyer. In June 2018, in consideration for extending the maturity date of the Series G Note, Mr. Moyer was granted a warrant to purchase 232 shares of common stock. In July 2018, in consideration for extending the maturity date of the Series G Note and agreeing to make the note convertible, Mr. Moyer was granted a warrant to purchase 695 shares of common stock. On July 25, 2018, in connection with the Company’s IPO, $537,336 of principal under convertible promissory notes, and all accrued interest, was automatically converted into a total of 7,895 shares of common stock and the warrants issued in connection with the Series G Notes now have an exercise price of $60.00.

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On October 7, 2019, Mr. Moyer entered into a Warrant Amendment Agreement with the Company, as described above. Mr. Moyer exercised Original Warrants for a total of 453 shares of Common Stock and the Company received proceeds of $7,246. On November 3, 2019, Mr. Moyer entered into a Settlement Agreement with the Company, as described above, pursuant to which the Company issued Mr. Moyer 65 additional shares of Common Stock.

Gary Williams

Mr. Williams has served as the Company’s Chief Accounting Officer since September 2019, as the Company’s VP of Finance since August 2010 and previously served as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer from August 2010 to September 2019.

On October 7, 2019, Mr. Williams entered into a Warrant Amendment Agreement with the Company, as described above. Mr. Williams exercised Original Warrants for a total of 179 shares of Common Stock and the Company received proceeds of $2,862. On November 3, 2019, Mr. Williams entered in a Settlement Agreement with the Company, as described above, pursuant to which the Company issued Mr. Williams 26 additional shares of Common Stock.

Michael Fazio

Mr. Fazio is the chairman of MARCorp Financial LLC, a private equity firm located in Illinois, of which MARCorp Signal, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary. Mr. Fazio previously served as a member of the Board, which tenure commenced on May 2017 and ended on June 19, 2019. Pursuant to a settlement agreement that the Company entered into with MARCorp Signal, LLC on July 25, 2018, a warrant to purchase an aggregate of 24,394 shares of Common Stock was issued to MARCorp Signal, LLC, and following the Company’s IPO, the exercise price of the warrants issued in connection with the Series E Convertible Note (defined below) became $60.00.

Jonathan Gazdak

Mr. Gazdak is Managing Director – Head of Investment Banking for Alexander Capital, L.P., an investment banking firm based in New York. Mr. Gazdak has been a member of the Board since June 2015. Alexander Capital, L.P. has acted as the lead investment bank in a number of the Company’s private financings and as an underwriter for the Company’s IPO.

The Company signed an engagement letter with Alexander Capital, L.P. in August of 2014 (“August 2014 Engagement Letter”), under which Alexander Capital, L.P. earned a fee on total investments by their clients. Alexander Capital, L.P. earned fees of $321,300 and $0 for the years ended December 31, 2018 and 2019, respectively, under the August 2014 Engagement Letter. In connection with the August 2014 Engagement Letter, which was terminated immediately prior to the IPO, Alexander Capital, L.P. has been issued warrants to purchase a total of 29,420 shares of Common Stock, exercisable at prices between $66.00 and $108.00 per share and for five years from the date of issuance.

Pursuant to the underwriting agreement entered into between the Company and Alexander Capital, L.P. in connection with the IPO (the “Underwriting Agreement”), Alexander Capital, L.P. was paid a cash fee of $900,000, as well as a non-accountable expense allowance of $120,000 and reimbursements of $100,000. Pursuant to the Underwriting Agreement, the Company issued Alexander Capital, L.P. a warrant to purchase 3,600 shares of Common Stock. Such warrant is exercisable at a per share price of $125.00 and is exercisable at any time during the five-year period commencing 180 days from the effective date of the IPO, which period shall not exceed five years from such effective date.

On July 25, 2018, in connection with the Company’s IPO, $21,176 of principal under convertible promissory notes, and all accrued interest, were automatically converted into a total of 283 shares of Common Stock.

On April 4, 2019, the Company signed another engagement letter with Alexander Capital, L.P. under which Alexander Capital, L.P. earns a fee on total investments by its clients. In connection with the issuance of the initial tranche of the Series A Preferred Stock, Alexander Capital, L.P. earned a fee of $80,000 and the Company agreed to issue it a warrant to purchase 2,041 shares of Common Stock. Such warrant is exercisable at a per share price of $43.60 and is exercisable at any time during the five-year period commencing 180 days from the effective date of the issuance of such Common Stock, which period shall not exceed five years from such effective date.

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On April 17, 2019, the Company entered into an underwriting agreement with Alexander Capital, L.P. in connection with an offering by the Company of 203,787 shares of Common Stock, pursuant to which Alexander Capital, L.P. was paid cash fees of $406,554 as well as a non-accountable expense allowance of $54,207 and reimbursements of $100,000 and pursuant to which the Company agreed to issue a warrant to purchase 6,114 shares of Common Stock. Such warrant is exercisable at a per share price of $33.20 and is exercisable at any time during the five-year period commencing 180 days from the effective date of the issuance of such Common Stock, which period shall not exceed five years from such effective date.

On October 16, 2019, the Company entered into another underwriting agreement with Alexander Capital, L.P. in connection with an offering by the Company of up to an aggregate of 125,000 shares of Common Stock, pursuant to which Alexander Capital, L.P. was paid cash fees of $131,250 as well as a non-accountable expense allowance of $17,500 and reimbursements of $43,750 and pursuant to which the Company agreed to issue a warrant to purchase 3,750 shares of Common Stock. Such warrant is exercisable at a per share price of $17.50 and is exercisable at any time during the five-year period commencing one year from the effective date of the issuance of such stock, which period shall not exceed five years from such effective date.

On October 7, 2019, Mr. Gazdak entered into a Warrant Amendment Agreement with the Company, as described above. Mr. Gazdak exercised Original Warrants for a total of 157 shares of Common Stock and the Company received proceeds of $2,510. On November 6, 2019, Mr. Gazdak entered into a Settlement Agreement with the Company, as described above, pursuant to which the Company issued Mr. Gazdak 23 additional shares of Common Stock. In connection with the Company’s entry in the Warrant Amendment Agreements, Alexander Capital, L.P. was paid a cash fee of $51,374.

On February 6, 2020, the Company entered into another underwriting agreement with Alexander Capital, L.P. in connection with an offering by the Company of up to an aggregate of $835,000 of the Company’s securities, pursuant to which Alexander Capital, L.P. was paid cash fees of $83,000 and pursuant to which the Company agreed to issue to Alexander Capital, L.P. a warrant to purchase 4,553 shares of Common Stock. Such warrant is exercisable at a per share price of $8.80 and is exercisable at any time during the five-year period commencing on the date of issuance.

Helge Kristensen

In February 2016, Inizio Capital an investment company based in the Cayman Islands, for which Mr. Kristensen serves as a director, loaned the Company $50,000 under a convertible promissory note (the “Inizio Note”). On July 25, 2018, in connection with the Company’s IPO, the Inizio Note and all accrued interest, were automatically converted into a total of 1,397 shares of common stock.

In August 2019, we issued a $360,000 purchase order to Hansong Technology. Pursuant to such purchase order, we will pay $360,000 to Hansong Technology for the purchase of certain products. Additionally, Hansong Technology purchased $63,523 of our modules pursuant to purchase orders issued in 2019, with $22,923 received by us in 2019 and the remaining amount expected to be received in 2020. See “Risk Factors -We entered into a purchase order with a company in which one of our directors is an executive officer, the fulfillment of which could cause such director to no longer be independent” – for certain risks relating to Mr. Kristensen’s no longer being considered an “independent director” if these payments are made.

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Michael Howse

The Company is party to an agreement with Michael Howse, dated April 6, 2018, as amended effective as of December 27, 2018 (the “Howse Agreement”), pursuant to which Mr. Howse was appointed interim role as chief strategy officer on an “at-will” basis in consideration for a monthly cash salary as well as (i) a warrant to purchase 5,500 shares of our common stock, exercisable at a per share price of $40.00 and which vested monthly over a nine-month period and which fully vested on January 6, 2019 and (ii) a warrant to purchase 8,250 shares of our common stock, exercisable at a per share price of $40.00, which shall vest, so long as Mr. Howse continues to serve as interim chief strategy officer and/or as a member of our Board, (x) as to 5,500 shares of common stock upon the achievement of a significant milestone and (y) as to 2,750 shares of common stock upon the achievement of an additional significant milestone. The foregoing exercise prices are subject to adjustment as provided in each warrant. Pursuant to the Howse Agreement, such warrants shall fully vest on the earlier of (1) immediately prior to a Fundamental Transaction, as defined in such agreement, (2) Mr. Howse’s removal from our Board for any reason other than his resignation, his intentional illegal conduct or gross misconduct, or his conviction for any felony, theft, embezzlement or violent crime. In addition, pursuant to the Howse Agreement, we also agreed to appoint Mr. Howse to our Board, where he may only be removed for cause, or his termination or resignation.

Under the Howse Agreement, if the Company raises capital in one or more financings from certain pre-approved strategic investors, or is acquired by a third-party during the period that Mr. Howse serves as interim chief strategy officer (or within six months thereafter), he will receive a percentage cash bonus concurrently with the closing of such transaction based on the amount raised or consideration paid for the Company, as applicable, (A) which bonus doubles in the event that the Company does not incur an amount equal to 2% or more of the Consideration (as defined in the Howse Agreement) in fees to any investment bank in connection with such transaction, if such transaction is a Fundamental Transaction (such fees, “General Expenses”), and (B) 50% of which bonus may be paid as a convertible note or preferred equity with the same terms as the other participants in such transaction, if such transaction is a financing. Pursuant to the Howse Agreement, we may terminate Mr. Howse at any time, with or without cause, upon 90 days’ prior written notice. Such agreement provides for Company-sponsored benefits in accordance with our policies. Pursuant to the Howse Agreement, effective November 1, 2018, Mr. Howse was placed on our payroll and is now considered a part-time Company employee.

In connection with the Howse Agreement, the Company is also party to the Deferred Shares Agreement, pursuant to which the Company granted Mr. Howse up to20,000 Deferred Shares under the LTIP. Pursuant to such agreement, if a Fundamental Transaction has not occurred within 180 days of the earlier of the date on which Mr. Howse no longer serves (i) as our interim chief strategy officer or (ii) on our Board, all of the Deferred Shares shall be forfeited and Mr. Howse will have no further rights to such shares. Pursuant to such agreement, the Deferred Shares shall vest immediately prior to a Fundamental Transaction, and the number of Deferred Shares that shall vest is based on the Consideration paid for the Company in such transaction, which number of Deferred Shares that shall vest to double in the event that the Company does not incur General Expenses.

Brian Herr

Mr. Herr is Chief Investment Officer and Co-Head of Structured Credit and Asset Finance, for the Medalist Partners platform (f/k/a Candlewood Structured Strategy Funds), serves as a partner and co-portfolio manager for each of the Medalist Partners Harvest Master Fund, Ltd. and Medalist Partners Opportunity Master Fund A, LP (collectively, the “Medalist Funds”), and is a former director of the Company who resigned from the Board effective February 10, 2020. Mr. Herr was granted a seat on the Board pursuant to a securities purchase agreement, dated as of November 30, 2017, between the Company and the Medalist Funds, pursuant to which the Company also issued to the Medalist Funds an aggregate of $2,000,000 Series F Convertible Notes and warrants to purchase an aggregate of11,112 shares of our common stock which are exercisable for a price of $72.00 per share. In addition, between April 20, 2018 and June 29, 2018, the Company issued an aggregate of $2,437,500 of Series G Convertible Notes to the Medalist Funds and warrants to purchase an aggregate of 9,029 shares of our common stock. In July 2018, in consideration for extending the maturity date of the Series G Convertible Notes and agreeing to make the note convertible, the Medalist funds were granted a warrant to purchase 27,084 shares of common stock. On July 25, 2018, in connection with the Company’s IPO, $3,950,000 of principal under convertible promissory notes, and all accrued interest, were automatically converted into a total of 97,518 shares of common stock and the exercise price of the warrants issued in connection with the Series G Notes became $60.00.

In addition, on October 8, 2019, each of the Medalist Funds entered into a Warrant Amendment Agreement with the Company, as described above. In connection with and prior to the Warrant Amendment Agreement that each of the Medalist Funds entered into, the Company also executed Amendment No. 1 to the Series F Warrants held by each of the Medalist Funds (the “Series F Warrant Amendment”), pursuant to which each such Series F Warrant was further amended to add, among other things, fundamental transaction and subsequent rights offerings provisions as well as a 9.99% beneficial ownership limitation (the “Beneficial Ownership Limitation”).

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Pursuant to Warrant Amendment Agreements that were entered into with each of the Medalist Funds, with respect to the Series F Warrants and Series G Warrants, if the exercise of an Original Warrant at the Reduced Exercise Price would cause each of the Medalist Funds to exceed the Beneficial Ownership Limitation, in lieu of receiving such number of shares of Common Stock in excess of the Beneficial Ownership Limitation, the Company will only issue such number of shares of Common Stock to each of the Medalist Funds as would not cause each of the Medalist Funds to exceed the maximum number of shares of Common Stock permitted under the Beneficial Ownership Limitation, and each of the Medalist Funds shall be issued, at an exercise price equal to the Reduced Exercise Price less $15.80 per share, pre-funded common stock purchase warrants covering such number of shares of Common Stock as would otherwise have been in excess of the Beneficial Ownership Limitation (the “Pre-Funded Warrants”). In connection with such exercises, the Medalist Funds were issued Pre-Funded Warrants to purchase an aggregate of 20,719 shares of Common Stock. The Company received aggregate gross proceeds of approximately $327,000 in connection with the Pre-Funded Warrants.

On November 4, 2019, the Company entered into a Settlement Agreement with the Medalist Funds, pursuant to which the Company agreed to pay the Medalist Funds an aggregate of $47,223 in cash, with such cash meant to compensate the Medalist Funds for the difference between the Amended Exercise Price and the lower priced shares of Common Stock that were offered to investors in connection with the Registered Direct Offering. In addition, pursuant to the Settlement Agreement, the Company and the Medalist Funds agreed to extend the date by which the Company would file a registration statement on Form S-3 to register all of the Resale Shares from November 4, 2019 to November 18, 2019.

Significant Stockholders

In January 2017, Carl E. Berg invested the aggregate sum of $300,000 in the Company’s Series D Convertible Note financing and was granted a warrant to purchase1,961 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $108.00.

Effective February 28, 2018, Mr. Berg agreed to extend the maturity date of such note to June 30, 2018, which was later amended to extend the maturity date to July 25, 2018, and which accrued an additional 10% interest on the first day of every month, beginning March 1, 2018, so long as such note remained outstanding. In connection with the maturity date extension, Mr. Berg’s warrant to purchase1,961 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $108.00 was doubled, or increased by 1,961. In addition, Mr. Berg agreed to extend the maturity date of his various other convertibles notes to June 30, 2018, which was later amended to extend the maturity date to July 25, 2018. In connection with the maturity date extensions, Mr. Berg received warrants to purchase a total of 1,299 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $108.00.

On July 25, 2018, in connection with the Company’s IPO, $1,479,412 of principal under convertible promissory notes, and all accrued interest, were automatically converted into a total of23,235 shares of common stock.

In July 2017, Lisa Walsh invested an additional $360,000 in the Company’s Series D Convertible Note financing and received a warrant to purchase2,353 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $108.00. Effective February 28, 2018, Ms. Walsh agreed to extend the maturity date of such note to June 30, 2018, which was later amended to extend the maturity date to July 25, 2018, and which accrued an additional 10% interest on the first day of every month, beginning March 1, 2018, so long as such note remained outstanding. In connection with the maturity date extension, the warrants granted to Ms. Walsh to purchase 5,621 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $108.00 was doubled, or increased by 5,621. In November 2017, Ms. Walsh invested $6,500,000 in the Company’s Series F Convertible Note financing and was issued warrants to purchase 36,112 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $108.00 per share.

In May 2018, Ms. Walsh participated in the Company’s Series G Convertible Notes offering and was issued a $312,500 Series G Convertible Note and a warrant to purchase1,158 shares of common stock. In July 2018, in consideration for extending the maturity date of the Series G Convertible Notes and agreeing to make the note convertible, Ms. Walsh was granted a warrant to purchase 3,473 shares of common stock. On July 25, 2018, in connection with the Company’s IPO, $8,330,147 of principal under convertible promissory notes, and all accrued interest, were automatically converted into a total of 146,933 shares of common stock and the exercise price of the warrants issued in connection with the Series F and Series G Notes became $72.00 and $60.00, respectively.

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On April 18, 2019, the Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of April 18, 2019, with Ms. Walsh (the “Preferred SPA”), pursuant to which the Company issued 250,000 shares of its Series A 8% Senior Convertible Preferred Stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Series A Preferred Stock”), which shares have a stated value of $80.00, grant holders the same voting rights as holders of our shares of Common Stock, and are convertible into shares of Common Stock at a price of $80.00 per share, which price cannot be reduced below $30.00, and which is subject to adjustment under the Certificate of Designations of the Preferences, Rights and Limitations of the Series A Preferred Stock upon certain subsequent transactions and events described therein, in consideration for $1,000,000 (the “Initial Tranche”). The Series A Preferred Stock may be issued in tranches of at least $500,000 and in an aggregate of up to $5,000,000. In connection with the Initial Tranche, the Company also issued to Ms. Walsh a warrant to purchase 12,756 shares of Common Stock, which is immediately exercisable, has a five-year life, has an exercise price of $39.60 and is subject to 4.99/9.99% blockers and to adjustment for stock dividends and splits. Pursuant to the Preferred SPA, holders of shares of the Series A Preferred Stock (i) have the right to require the Company to register the shares of Series A Preferred Stock as well as the shares of Common Stock underlying such shares and the warrant issued to Ms. Walsh within 180 days of the Closing Date (as defined in the Preferred SPA) on which purchasers have committed to purchase an aggregate of amount of Series A Preferred Stock with an aggregate stated value equal to or exceeding $1,000,000.

In connection with the October 16, 2019 Registered Direct Offering, Ms. Walsh purchased50,000 shares of Common Stock at a price of $14.00 per share. The Company received proceeds of $700,000 from such purchase.

On October 7, 2019, Ms. Walsh entered into a Warrant Amendment Agreement with the Company, as described above. Ms. Walsh exercised Original Warrants for a total of25,992 shares of Common Stock and the Company received proceeds of $415,862. On November 3, 2019, Ms. Walsh entered into a Settlement Agreement with the Company, as described above, pursuant to which the Company agreed to issue Ms. Walsh 3,714 additional shares of Common Stock.

Outstanding Equity Grants to Directors and Executive Officers

We have granted warrants and restricted shares to our certain of our directors and executive officers. For more information regarding the warrants and stock awards granted to our directors and named executive officers, see “Executive Compensation — Outstanding Equity Awards as of December 31, 2019”.

Indemnification Agreements

We have entered into indemnification agreements with each of our directors and executive officers. Such indemnification agreements require us to indemnify our directors and executive officers to the fullest extent permitted by Delaware law.

Related Person Transaction Policy

Our Audit Committee considers and approves or disapproves any related person transaction as required by Nasdaq Stock Market regulations. The Company’s written policies and procedures on related party transactions cover any transaction, arrangement or relationship or series of similar transactions, arrangements or relationships (including any indebtedness or guarantee of indebtedness) in which: (i) the Company (or any subsidiary) is a participant; (ii) any related party has or will have a direct or indirect interest; and (iii) the aggregate amount involved (including any interest payable with respect to indebtedness) will or may be expected to exceed $120,000, except that there is no $120,000 threshold for members of the Audit Committee. A related party is any: (i) person who is or was (since the beginning of the two fiscal years preceding the last fiscal year, even if they do not presently serve in that role) an executive officer, director or nominee for election as a director; (ii) greater than five percent (5%) beneficial owner of the Company’s common stock; or (iii) immediate family member of any of the foregoing. An immediate family member includes a person’s spouse, parents, stepparents, children, stepchildren, siblings, mothers- and fathers-in-law, sons- and daughters-in-law, and brothers- and sisters-in-law and any person (other than a tenant or employee) sharing the same household as such person.

In determining whether to approve or ratify a related party transaction, the Audit Committee, or disinterested directors, as applicable, will take into account, among other factors it deems appropriate: (i) whether the transaction is on terms no less favorable than terms generally available to an unaffiliated third party under the same or similar circumstances; (ii) the nature and extent of the related party’s interest in the transaction; (iii) the material terms of the transactions; (iv) the importance of the transaction both to the Company and to the related party; (v) in the case of a transaction involving an executive officer or director, whether the transaction would interfere with the performance of such person’s duties to the Company; and (vi) in the case of a transaction involving a non-employee director or a nominee for election as a non-employee director (or their immediate family member), whether the transaction would disqualify the director or nominee from being deemed an “independent” director, as defined by Nasdaq, and whether the transaction would disqualify the individual from serving on the Audit Committee or the Compensation Committee or other committees of the Board under applicable Nasdaq and other regulatory requirements.

The Audit Committee only approves those related party transactions that are on terms comparable to, or more beneficial to us than, those that could be obtained in arm’s length dealings with an unrelated third party.

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SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT

 

The following table sets forth, as of April 17, 2020,October 25, 2022, information regarding beneficial ownership of our capital stock by:

 

 ·each person, or group of affiliated persons, who is known by us to beneficially own more than 5% of our equity securities;Common Stock;  

 

 ·each of our named executive officers;

 

 ·each of our directors; and

 

 ·all of our executive officers and directors as a group.

All share and price per share information in this Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management section has been adjusted to reflect our one-for-twenty reverse stock split, effective on April 9, 2020.

 

The percentage ownership information shown in the table prior to this offering is based upon 1,337,06717,119,353 shares of Common Stock and 250,000 shares of Series A Preferred Stock outstanding as of April 17, 2020.October 25, 2022. The percentage ownership information shown in the table after this offering is based upon            2,563,482 shares of Common Stock and 250,000 shares of Series A Preferred Stock outstanding, assuming(based on the sale of all 1,226,415            shares of Common Stock and Warrants by us in this offering (assuming no issuanceoffering) outstanding as of any Pre-Funded Warrants,such date, assuming no exercise of the underwriters’ over-allotment option and excluding 61,320 shares of Common Stock underlying the Underwriters’ Warrants). The percentage ownership information shown in the table excludes (i) 705 shares of restricted stock to be released to a terminated employee in two equal tranches over the next 10 months pursuant to the terms of such employee’s restricted stock agreement, and (ii) 20,000 unvested Deferred Shares issued to Michael Howse pursuant to the Deferred Shares Agreement. As of the date of the registration statement of which this prospectus forms a part, no holder of Series A Preferred Stock has converted its shares of Series A Preferred Stock into shares of Common Stock.any Warrants.

 

Beneficial ownership is determined according to the rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC’) and generally means that a person has beneficial ownership of a security if he, she or it possesses sole or shared voting or investment power of that security, including securities that are exercisable for shares of Common Stock within sixty (60) days of April 17, 2020.October 25, 2022. Except as indicated by the footnotes below, we believe, based on the information furnished to us, that the persons named in the table below have sole voting and investment power with respect to all shares of Common Stock shown that they beneficially own, subject to community property laws where applicable.

 

For purposes of computing the percentage of outstanding shares of our Common Stock held by each person or group of persons named above, any shares of Common Stock that such person or persons has the right to acquire within sixty (60) days of April 17, 2020October 25, 2022 is deemed to be outstanding, but is not deemed to be outstanding for the purpose of computing the percentage ownership of any other person. The inclusion herein of any shares of Common Stock listed as beneficially owned does not constitute an admission of beneficial ownership.

 

Except as otherwise noted below, the address for persons listed in the table is c/o Summit WirelessWiSA Technologies, Inc., 6840 Via Del Oro, Ste. 280, San Jose, CA 95119.15268 NW Greenbrier Pkwy, Beaverton, Oregon 97006.

 

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  Common Stock Beneficially Owned Prior to this Offering  Common Stock Beneficially Owned After this Offering 
Name of Beneficial Owner(1) Shares  %  Shares  % 
Brett Moyer(2)  588,923   3.4%   588,923     
George Olivia(3)  262,875   1.5%   262,875     
Gary Williams(4)  90,141   *   90,141   * 
Lisa Cummins(5)  32,667   *   32,667   * 
Dr. Jeffrey M. Gilbert(6)  33,917   *   33,917   * 
David Howitt(7)  12,868   *   12,868   * 
Helge Kristensen(8)  41,265   *   41,265   * 
Sriram Peruvemba(9)  30,834   *   30,834   * 
Robert Tobias(10)  32,667   *   32,667   * 
Wendy Wilson(11)  22,000   *   22,000   * 
All directors and exec. officers as a group (10 persons)  1,148,157   6.7%   1,148,157     
Entities affiliated with Lind(12)  1,727,246   9.99%        9.99% 

 


  Shares Beneficially Owned
Prior to the Offering
     Shares Beneficially Owned After the Offering    
   Common Stock  Series A Preferred
Stock
     Common Stock  Series A Preferred
Stock
    
5% or greater stockholders:  Shares  %  Shares  %  %
Total
Voting
Power
(1)
  Shares  %  Shares  %  % Total
Voting
Power
(1)
 
 Carl E. Berg (3)  85,581  6.4% -  -  6.3% 85,581  3.3% -  -  3.3%
 Lisa Walsh (4)  322,582  23.5% 12,500  100.0  24.1% 322,582  12.4% 12,500  100.0  12.4%
 MARCorp Signal, LLC (5)  147,618  9.9% -  -  9.9% 155,118  5.7% -  -  5.7%
 Medalist Partners LP (6)  136,348  9.9% -  -  9.9% 145,748  5.6% -  -  5.6%
                                
Directors and executive officers (2)                               
Brett Moyer (7)
Chief Executive Officer and Chairman
  25,543  1.9% -  -  1.9% 25,543   1.0%  -  -   1.0%
George Oliva (8)
Chief Financial Officer
  7,500  *  -  -  *  7,500   *   -  -   *  
Gary Williams (9)
Chief Accounting Officer and Vice President of Finance
  8,781  *  -  -  *  8,781   *   -  -   *  
Jonathan Gazdak (10)
Director
  12,072  *  -  -  *  12,072   *   -  -   *  
Dr. Jeffrey M. Gilbert (11)
Director
  2,500  *  -  -  *  2,500   *   -  -   *  
Michael Howse (12)
Director
  13,750  1.0% -  -  1.0% 13,750   *   -  -   *  
Helge Kristensen (13)
Director
  9,848  *  -  -  *  9,848   *   -  -   *  
Sam Runco (14)
Director
  2,500  *  -  -  *  2,500   *   -  -   *  
Lisa Cummins Dulchinos (15)
Director
  1,250  *  -  -  *  1,250   *   -  -   *  
Robert Tobias (16)
Director
  -  -  -  -  -  -  -  -  -  - 
Directors and executive officers as a group (10 persons)  83,744  6.3% -  -  6.2% 83,744  3.3% -  -  3.3%

* Less than 1.0%

 

*Less than 1%(1)With respect to each director and executive officer, to the extent applicable: (i)restricted stock awards that were originally scheduled to vest on August 15, 2022 and/or September 15, 2022 have not yet vested; and(ii) restricted stock units (“RSUs”) that were originally scheduled to vest on August 15, 2022 have not yet vested, but are expected to vest within 60 days of October 25, 2022.

 

(1)Percentage of total voting power represents voting power with respect to all shares of our Common Stock and Series A Preferred Stock, which have the same voting rights as our shares of Common Stock. The holders of our Common Stock and our Series A Preferred Stock are each entitled to one vote per share.
(2)

Includes fully vested(i) warrants to purchase24,134 shares of Common Stock at exercise prices between $0.20 and $108.00 per share.

(3)

Includes fully vested warrants up to purchase5,221 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $108.00 per share.

(4)

Includes (i) fully vested warrants to purchase38,7511,380 shares of Common Stock with exercise prices ranging from $15.80 to $39.60$60.00 per share andshare; (ii) 12,5009,833 restricted shares of Common Stock based upon the assumed conversion of 250,000 shares of Series A Preferred Stock convertible into shares of our Common Stock at a price of $80.00 per share, subject to adjustmentgranted under the CertificateCompany’s 2018 Long-Term Stock Incentive Plan (the “2018 LTIP”), which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of Designations upon certain subsequent transactions and events described therein, and which price cannot be reduced below $30.00 per share.

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(5)MARCorp Signal, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of MARCorp Financial LLC, of which Michel Fazio, a former directorAugust 15, 2020, so long as Mr. Moyer remains in the service of the Company who resigned in June 2019, serves as chairman. The ownership information shown in the table prior to this offering includes fully vested warrants to purchase 147,618on each such anniversary; (iii) 166,666 restricted shares of Common Stock atgranted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of March 15, 2021, so long as Mr. Moyer remains in the service of the Company on each such anniversary; (iv) 250,000 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, 1/5th of which are scheduled to vest on September 15, 2022, and 4/5ths of which are scheduled to vest quarterly in equal installments over the next 36 months on each December 15th, March 15th, June 15th and September 15th thereafter until September 15, 2025, so long as Mr. Moyer remains in the service of the Company on each such date; (v) 48,333 shares of Common Stock issuable upon settlement of an exercise priceequivalent number of $60.00 per share,RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, which are scheduled to vest on August 15, 2022; and excludes(vi) 50,000 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the Company’s 2018 LTIP, which are scheduled to vest in equal installments on the first, second and third anniversaries of September 19, 2022, as long as Mr. Moyer remains in service of the Company on each such anniversary. Excludes 48,333 RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, scheduled to vest on the third anniversary of August 15, 2020, so long as Mr. Moyer remains in the service of the Company on such anniversary.

(3)Includes (i) 8,282 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of August 15, 2020, so long as Mr. Oliva remains in the service of the Company on each such anniversary; (ii) 20,000 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of March 15, 2021, so long as Mr. Oliva remains in the service of the Company on each such anniversary; (iii) 150,000 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, 1/5th of which are scheduled to vest on September 15, 2022, and 4/5ths of which are scheduled to vest quarterly in equal installments over the next 36 months on each December 15th, March 15th, June 15th and September 15th thereafter until September 15, 2025, so long as Mr. Oliva remains in the service of the Company on each such date; (iv) 20,608 shares of Common Stock issuable upon settlement of an equivalent number of RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, which are scheduled to vest on August 15, 2022; and (v) 25,000 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, which are scheduled to vest in equal installments on the first, second and third anniversaries of September 19, 2022, as long as Mr. Olivia remains in service of the Company on each such anniversary. Excludes 20,608 RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, scheduled to vest on the third anniversary of August 15, 2020, so long as Mr. Oliva remains in the service of the Company on such anniversary.

(4)Includes (i) warrants to purchase 7,500up to 179 shares of Common Stock with an exercise price of $60.00$15.80 per share, which contain a provision prohibiting exercise to the extent that the holder, together with its affiliates, would beneficially own in excess of 9.99% of the number of shares of our Common Stock outstanding immediately after giving effect to such exercise (subject to increase or decrease upon prior written notice, in the case of any increase, of not less than 61 days).

The ownership information shown in the table after this offering includes fully vested warrants to purchase 147,618 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $60.00 per share and fully vested warrants to purchase 7,500 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $60.00 per share.

(6)

Brian Herr is an employee of Medalist Partners LP (“Medalist”) and/or one of its affiliates, is a partner and co-portfolio manager for each of the Medalist Funds (defined below), and is a former director of the Company who, on February 6, 2020, notified the Company of his decision to resign from the Board and, effective February 10, 2020, was replaced by Robert Tobias as a member of the Board.  

Such share amount and percentage of shares owned are based upon a Schedule 13G/A that was jointly filed with the SEC on February 14, 2020 by (i) Medalist, a Delaware limited partnership,share; (ii) Medalist Partners Harvest Master Fund, Ltd., a Cayman Islands exempted company (“Harvest”) and (iii) Medalist Partners Opportunity Fund A, L.P., a Cayman Islands exempted company (“Opportunity” and, collectively with Harvest, the “Medalist Funds” and, collectively with Harvest and Medalist, the “Reporting Persons”).

Medalist is the investment manager to the Medalist Funds and may be deemed to beneficially own the securities held by the Medalist Funds. Based on such Schedule 13G/A, each of Harvest and Opportunity holds (a) 50,7063,333 restricted shares of Common Stock (b) warrants (“Medalist Warrants”) exercisable for an aggregategranted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of 11,807August 15, 2020, so long as Mr. Williams remains in the service of the Company on each such anniversary; (iii) 13,333 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and (c) pre-funded warrants (“Medalist Pre-funded Warrants”) exercisable for an aggregatethird anniversaries of 10,361 shares of Common Stock. 

The Medalist Warrants and the Medalist Pre-funded Warrants are subject to exercise and conversion limitations prohibiting the exercise or conversion of each security to the extent that it would resultMarch 15, 2021, so long as Mr. Williams remains in the holder, or any of its affiliates, being deemed to beneficially own in excess of 9.99%service of the then-outstanding shares of Common Stock. Pursuant to the terms ofCompany on each such 9.99% beneficial ownership limitation, any Medalist Warrants or Medalist Pre-funded Warrants deemed to be beneficially owned by Medalist that would result in its beneficial ownership being in excess of 9.99% of suchanniversary; (iv) 50,000 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, 1/5th of which are not exercisablescheduled to vest on September 15, 2022, and therefore4/5ths of which are not reflectedscheduled to vest quarterly in equal installments over the next 36 months on each December 15th, March 15th, June 15th and September 15th thereafter until September 15, 2025, so long as Mr. Williams remains in the above calculations of Medalist’s beneficial ownership in the ownership information shown in the table prior to this offering. The ownership information shown in the table after this offering reflects the fact that such 9.99% beneficial ownership limitation in the Medalist Warrants and the Medalist Pre-funded Warrants will no longer trigger, as the Reporting Persons will be deemed to beneficially own less than 9.99% of such shares of Common Stock.

The principal business officeservice of the Reporting Persons is 777 Third Avenue, Suite 1402, New York, NY 10017. 

(7)Includes (i) 7,087 shares of restricted Common Stock that is subject to annual vesting over a period of three years beginning September 1, 2019Company on each such date; and (ii) fully vested warrants to purchase 1,692(v) 10,333 shares of Common Stock with exercise prices ranging from $15.80issuable upon settlement of an equivalent number of RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, which are scheduled to $90.00 per share.vest on August 15, 2022. Excludes 10,333 RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, scheduled to vest on the third anniversary of August 15, 2020, so long as Mr. Williams remains in the service of the Company on such anniversary.


(8)Includes 7,500 shares of restricted Common Stock that is subject to annual vesting over a period of four years beginning September 1, 2019.
(9)(5)Includes (i) 3,366 shares of1,833 restricted Common Stock that is subject to annual vesting over a period of three years beginning September 1, 2019 and (ii) fully vested warrants to purchase 385 shares of Common Stock with exercise prices ranging from $15.80 to $90.00 per share.
(10)Includes (i) 1,250 sharesgranted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of restricted Common Stock that is subject to annual vesting over a periodAugust 15, 2020, so long as Ms. Cummins remains in the service of three years beginning September 1, 2019 andthe Company on each such anniversary; (ii) fully vested warrants to purchase 8,1916,666 restricted shares of Common Stock with exercise prices ranging from $66.00 to $125.00 per share. Excludes warrants to purchase 2,041, 6,114, 3,750granted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and 4,553third anniversaries of March 15, 2021, so long as Ms. Cummins remains in the service of the Company on each such anniversary; (iii) 12,000 restricted shares of Common Stock with exercise prices of $43.60, $33.20, $17.50 and $8.80, respectively, issued to Alexander Capital, L.P.,granted under the 2018 LTIP, 1/5th of which Mr. Gazdak is managing directorare scheduled to vest on September 15, 2022, and 4/5ths of which are scheduled to vest quarterly in equal installments over the headnext 36 months on each December 15th, March 15th, June 15th and September 15th thereafter until September 15, 2025, so long as Ms. Cummins remains in the service of investment banking.
(11)Includes 1,250 shares of restricted Common Stock that is subject to annual vesting over a period of three years beginning September 1, 2019.

(12)Includes fully vested warrants to purchase 13,750the Company on each such date; and (iv) 3,333 shares of Common Stock withissuable upon settlement of an exercise priceequivalent number of $40.00 per share.RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, which are scheduled to vest on August 15, 2022. Excludes 20,000 Deferred Shares issued pursuant3,333 RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, scheduled to vest on the Deferred Shares Agreement that will vest immediately prior to a Fundamental Transaction.third anniversary of August 15, 2020, so long as Ms. Cummins remains in the service of the Company on such anniversary.

(13)(6)Includes (i) 1,2501,833 restricted shares of restricted Common Stock that is subjectgranted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of August 15, 2020, so long as Dr. Gilbert remains in the service of the Company on each such anniversary; (ii) 6,666 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of March 15, 2021, so long as Dr. Gilbert remains in the service of the Company on each such anniversary; (iii) 12,000 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, 1/5th of which are scheduled to annual vestingvest on September 15, 2022, and 4/5ths of which are scheduled to vest quarterly in equal installments over a periodthe next 36 months on each December 15th, March 15th, June 15th and September 15th thereafter until September 15, 2025, so long as Dr. Gilbert remains in the service of three years beginningthe Company on each such date; and (iv) 3,333 shares of Common Stock issuable upon settlement of an equivalent number of RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, which are scheduled to vest on August 15, 2022. Excludes 3,333 RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, scheduled to vest on the third anniversary of August 15, 2020, so long as Dr. Gilbert remains in the service of the Company on such anniversary.

(7)Includes 12,000 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, 1/5th of which are scheduled to vest on September 1, 2019, (ii) 6,66715, 2022, and 4/5ths of which are scheduled to vest in equal installments on each December 15th, March 15th, June 15th and September 15th thereafter until September 15, 2025, so long as Mr. Howitt remains in the service of the Company on each such date. Excludes 1,900 shares of Common Stock owned indirectly by Inizio Capital, (iii) 565 sharesthe Dennis Howitt Trust for which Mr. Howitt is the beneficiary and of Common Stock owned indirectly by Hansong Technology, (iv) fully vestedwhich Mr. Howitt disclaims beneficial ownership except to the extent of his pecuniary interest therein.

(8)Includes (i) warrants to purchase 48up to 116 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $108.00 per share, owned indirectly by Hansong Technology, and (v) fully vested warrants to purchase 68(ii) 1,833 restricted shares of Common Stock at an exercise pricegranted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of $108.00 per share owned indirectly by Inizio Capital.August 15, 2020, so long as Mr. Kristensen serves as a director of Inizio Capital and as a vice president of Hanson Technology, and therefore may have voting or investment power over such shares.
(14)Includes 1,250 shares of restricted Common Stock that is subject to annual vesting over a period of three years beginning September 1, 2019.
(15)Such shares of restricted Common Stock are subject to annual vesting over a period of three years beginning September 1, 2019.
(16)Mr. Tobias replaced Brian Herr as a directorremains in the service of the Company effective February 10, 2020.on each such anniversary; (iii) 6,666 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of March 15, 2021, so long as Mr. Kristensen remains in the service of the Company on each such anniversary; (iv) 12,000 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, 1/5th of which are scheduled to vest on September 15, 2022, and 4/5ths of which are scheduled to vest quarterly in equal installments over the next 36 months on each December 15th, March 15th, June 15th and September 15th thereafter until September 15, 2025, so long as Mr. Kristensen remains in the service of the Company on each such date; and (v) 3,333 shares of Common Stock issuable upon settlement of an equivalent number of RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, which are scheduled to vest on August 15, 2022. Excludes 3,333 RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, scheduled to vest on the third anniversary of August 15, 2020, so long as Mr. Kristensen remains in the service of the Company on such anniversary.


43(9)Includes (i) 2,666 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of August 15, 2020, so long as Mr. Peruvemba remains in the service of the Company on each such anniversary; (ii) 6,666 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of March 15, 2021, so long as Mr. Peruvemba remains in the service of the Company on each such anniversary; (iii) 12,000 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, 1/5th of which are scheduled to vest on September 15, 2022, and 4/5ths of which are scheduled to vest quarterly in equal installments over the next 36 months on each December 15th, March 15th, June 15th and September 15th thereafter until September 15, 2025, so long as Mr. Peruvemba remains in the service of the Company on each such date; and (iv) 2,417 shares of Common Stock issuable upon settlement of an equivalent number of RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, which are scheduled to vest on August 15, 2022. Excludes 2,416 RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, scheduled to vest on the third anniversary of August 15, 2020, so long as Mr. Peruvemba remains in the service of the Company on such anniversary.

 

(10)Includes (i) 1,333 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of August 15, 2020, so long as Mr. Tobias remains in the service of the Company on each such date; (ii) 6,666 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of March 15, 2021, so long as Mr. Tobias remains in the service of the Company on each such date; (iii) 12,000 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, 1/5th of such which are scheduled to vest on September 15, 2022, and 4/5ths of which are scheduled to vest quarterly in equal installments over the next 36 months on each December 15th, March 15th, June 15th and September 15th thereafter until September 15, 2025, so long as Mr. Tobias remains in the service of the Company on each such date; and (iv) 3,333 shares of Common Stock issuable upon settlement of an equivalent number of RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, which are scheduled to vest on August 15, 2022. Excludes 3,333 RSUs granted under the 2020 Plan, scheduled to vest on the third anniversary of August 15, 2020, so long as Mr. Tobias remains in the service of the Company on such anniversary.

 

DESCRIPTION OF SECURITIES

The following description of our Common Stock, certain provisions of our certificate of incorporation, as amended, bylaws and Delaware law are summaries. You should also refer to certificate of incorporation, as amended, and our bylaws, which are filed as exhibits to the registration statement of which this prospectus is part.

General

Our certificate of incorporation, as amended, authorizes the issuance of up to 200,000,000 shares of Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share, and up to 20,000,000 shares of blank check preferred stock, par value $0.0001 per share. Our Board may establish the rights and preferences of the preferred stock from time to time. As of April 17, 2020, there are an aggregate of 1,337,067 shares of Common Stock issued and outstanding, held by 127 stockholders of record (which do not include shares of Common Stock held in street name), and an aggregate of 250,000 shares of Series A Preferred Stock issued and outstanding, held by 1 stockholder of record. This number of shares of Common Stock excludes (a) shares of Common Stock to be issued upon exercise of warrants and pre-funded warrants to purchase an aggregate of 703,099 shares of Common Stock as of April 17, 2020, (b) up to an aggregate of 408,000 shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion of the March 2020 Note (assuming full conversion of the March 2020 Note using a conversion price equal to the Variable Conversion Price), (c) up to an aggregate of 1,226,415 shares of Common Stock underlying the Warrants to be issued in this offering (assuming no issuance of any Pre-Funded Warrants and no exercise of the underwriters’ over-allotment option), (d) up to an aggregate of 61,320 shares of Common Stock underlying the Underwriters’ Warrants, (e) 705 shares of restricted stock to be released to a terminated employee in two equal tranches over the next 10 months pursuant to the terms of such employee’s restricted stock agreement, (f) 20,000 Deferred Shares under our LTIP issued to Michael Howse, a member of our Board, pursuant the Deferred Shares Agreement, and (g) 12,500 shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion of 250,000 shares of our Series A Preferred Stock.

On March 31, 2020, our stockholders approved a reverse stock split of our outstanding Common Stock at a specific ratio within a range from one-for-four to one-for-twenty, and also granted authorization to our Board to determine, in its sole discretion, the specific ratio and timing of such reverse stock split. In accordance therewith, on April 9, 2020, a one-for-twenty reverse stock split of our outstanding Common Stock became effective for the trading of our Common Stock. All share and price per share information in this prospectus has been adjusted to reflect such one-for-twenty reverse stock split.

Common Stock

Voting Rights

Each holder of our Common Stock is entitled to one vote for each share on all matters submitted to a vote of the stockholders, including the election of directors. Under our bylaws, our stockholders will not have cumulative voting rights. Because of this, the holders of a majority of the Common Stock entitled to vote in any election of directors will be able elect all of the directors standing for election, if they should so choose.

Dividends

Subject to preferences that may be applicable to any then-outstanding preferred stock, holders of our Common Stock will be entitled to receive ratably those dividends, if any, as may be declared from time to time by the Board out of legally available funds. The right of holders of our Common Stock to receive dividends is subject to the rights of holders of Series A Preferred Stock to received dividends pursuant to the Certificate of Designations.

Liquidation

In the event of our liquidation, dissolution or winding up, holders of Common Stock will be entitled to share ratably in the net assets legally available for distribution to stockholders after the payment of all of our debts and other liabilities and the satisfaction of any liquidation preference granted to the holders of any then-outstanding preferred stock, including, without limitation, the liquidation preference granted to holders of our Series A Preferred Stock pursuant to the Certificate of Designations.

Rights and Preferences

Holders of Common Stock have no preemptive, conversion or subscription rights and there are no redemption or sinking fund provisions applicable to our Common Stock. The rights, preferences and privileges of the holders of Common Stock are subject to, and may be adversely affected by, the rights of the holders of any series of preferred stock that we may designate in the future, including, without limitation, the rights granted to holders of our Series A Preferred Stock pursuant to the Certificate of Designations.

Preferred Stock

Our Board has the authority, without further action by our stockholders, to issue shares of preferred stock in one or more series, to establish from time to time the number of shares to be included in each such series, to fix the rights, preferences and privileges of the shares of each wholly unissued series and any qualifications, limitations or restrictions thereon, and to increase or decrease the number of shares any such series, but not below the number of shares of such series then outstanding.

44(11)Includes (i) 6,666 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, which vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries of May 15, 2021, so long as Ms. Wilson remains in the service of the Company on each such date, and (ii) 12,000 restricted shares of Common Stock granted under the 2018 LTIP, 1/5th of which are scheduled to vest on September 15, 2022, and 4/5ths of which are scheduled to vest in equal installments on each December 15th, March 15th, June 15th and September 15th thereafter until September 15, 2025, so long as Ms. Wilson remains in the service of the Company on each such date.

Our Board may authorize the issuance of shares of preferred stock with voting or conversion rights that could adversely affect the voting power or other rights of the holders of our common stock. The purpose of authorizing our Board to issue preferred stock and determine its rights and preferences is to eliminate delays associated with a stockholder vote on specific issuances. The issuance of preferred stock, while providing flexibility in connection with possible acquisitions and other corporate purposes, could, among other things, have the effect of delaying, deferring or preventing a change in control of us and may adversely affect the market price of our common stock and the voting and other rights of the holders of our common stock. It is not possible to state the actual effect of the issuance of any preferred stock on the rights of holders of common stock until the Board determines the specific rights attached to that class of preferred stock.

On April 18, 2019, we entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of April 18, 2019, with a significant stockholder (the “Preferred SPA”), pursuant to which we issued 250,000 shares of our Series A Preferred Stock, which shares have a stated value of $80.00, grant holders the same voting rights as holders of our shares of Common Stock, and are convertible into shares of our Common Stock at a price of $80.00 per share, which price cannot be reduced below $30.00, and is subject to adjustment under our Certificate of Designations upon certain subsequent transactions and events described therein. See “Certain Relationships and Related Party Transactions – Significant Stockholders.”

Other than the issuance of our Series A Preferred Stock pursuant to the Preferred SPA, we have no present plans to issue any additional shares of preferred stock. However, in the event that we issue additional shares of preferred stock after the date of the offering, the investors in this offering will be diluted.

Warrants

As of April 17, 2020, there were warrants and pre-funded warrants outstanding for the purchase of up to an aggregate of 703,099 shares of Common Stock, of which warrants and pre-funded warrants for the purchase of up to an aggregate of 672,835 shares of Common Stock were immediately exercisable, while warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 30,264 shares of Common Stock were not exercisable until a future date. 

Registration Rights

Certain holders of the Company’s outstanding warrants, including, but not limited to, warrants issued in connection with the February 2020 Private Placement and the March 2020 Private Placement, which are exercisable for an aggregate of 532,853 shares of Common Stock at prices ranging from $6.40 to $207.00, have registration rights which require the Company to file a registration statement to register the shares underlying such warrants.

Pursuant to the Preferred SPA, holders of shares of the Series A Preferred Stock have the right to require the Company to register the shares of Series A Preferred Stock as well as the shares of Common Stock underlying such shares and the warrant issued to Ms. Walsh in connection with the Preferred SPA within 180 days of the Closing Date (as defined in the Preferred SPA) on which purchasers have committed to purchase an aggregate of amount of Series A Preferred Stock with an aggregate stated value equal to or exceeding $250,000.

In connection with the February 2020 Private Placement, the Company entered into a registration rights agreement with the investors in such private placement (the “February 2020 RRA”) pursuant to which the Company agreed to file a shelf registration statement on Form S-3 with the SEC on or prior to the 45th day following the applicable closing date of the February 2020 Private Placement covering the registration of all securities issued to such investors. Pursuant to the February 2020 RRA, the Company also granted such investors piggy-back registration rights with respect to the securities issued in connection with the February 2020 Private Placement.

In connection with the March 2020 Private Placement, the Company, as required, filed a Registration Statement on Form S-1 with the SEC on April 1, 2020, of which this Prospectus forms a part of Amendment No. 2 thereto, in order to address, among other things, the Company’s compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1), and in the event that such offering closes on or prior to 45 days from the date of the March 2020 Purchase Agreement (a “Qualifying Offering”), the Company is obligated to file a registration statement on Form S-1 or Form S-3 with the SEC covering the resale of all shares of Common Stock issuable pursuant to the March 2020 Note and the March 2020 Warrant, respectively (the “Resale Registration Statement”), and to ensure such Resale Registration Statement is declared effective no later than 180 days following the closing date of the March 2020 Private Placement; provided, that if such Qualifying Offering does not close on or prior to 45 days from the date of the March 2020 Purchase Agreement, the Company shall file the Resale Registration Statement immediately following such 45-day period. Pursuant to the March 2020 Purchase Agreement, the Company has also granted the Investor piggy-back registration rights with respect to such underlying shares. Additionally, the Company has granted identical registration rights to Maxim Group LLC, the placement agent for the March 2020 Private Placement (“Maxim”), with respect to the shares of Common Stock underlying a warrant issued to Maxim as partial consideration for serving as placement agent in connection with the March 2020 Private Placement.

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Anti-Takeover Provisions

Anti-Takeover Statute

We are subject to Section 203 of the DGCL, which generally prohibits a publicly held Delaware corporation from engaging in any business combination with any interested stockholder for a period of three years after the date that such stockholder became an interested stockholder, with the following exceptions:

 

 ·(12)before such date,Consists of: (A) in the boardcase of directorsLind Global Macro Fund, LP (“Lind Fund I”), (i) 1,556,844 shares of Common Stock held directly; and (ii) on a pre-offering basis, an aggregate of up to 170,402  shares of Common Stock issuable to Lind Fund I upon exercise of the corporation approved eitherfollowing warrants in any combination as a result of the business combination ortriggering of the 9.99% beneficial ownership limitation provisions in each such warrant: (a) warrants to purchase up to 227,679 shares of Common Stock issued to Lind Fund I in a private placement offering that we closed in March 2020, (b) warrants to purchase up to 140,000 shares of Common Stock issued to Lind Fund I in an underwritten public offering that we closed in April 2020, (c) warrants to purchase up to 260,000 shares of Common Stock issued to Lind Fund I in a private placement offering that we closed on June 8, 2020, (d) warrants to purchase up to 275,000 shares of Common Stock issued to Lind Fund I in a private placement offering that we closed on June 11, 2020 and (e) warrants to purchase up to 38,750 shares of Common Stock issued to Lind Fund I in connection with a warrant solicitation transaction that resultedwe closed in June 2021 and (B), in the stockholder becomingcase of Lind Global Fund II LP (“Lind Fund II”), on a pre-offering basis, an interested stockholder;
·aggregate of zero shares of Common Stock issuable to Lind Fund II upon completionexercise or conversion, as applicable, of the transaction that resultedfollowing warrant and/or senior secured convertible promissory note in the stockholder becoming an interested stockholder, the interested stockholder owned at least 85%any combination as a result of the voting stocktriggering of the corporation outstanding at the time the transaction began, excluding for purposes4.99% beneficial ownership limitation provision in such securities: (a) warrant to purchase up to 2,097,022 shares of determining the voting stock outstanding, but not the outstanding voting stockCommon Stock issued in August 2022 and (b) up to 7,200,000 shares issuable upon full conversion of a senior secured convertible promissory note issued in August 2022. The number of shares of Common Stock beneficially owned excludes, on a pre-offering basis, an aggregate of up to 10,068,049 shares of Common Stock issuable pursuant to such warrants or upon exercise of such note, in each case, as a result of such beneficial ownership limitation provisions. The number of shares of Common Stock directly held by the interested stockholder, those shares owned (1) by persons who are directors and also officers and (2) employee stock plansLind Fund I is based on information included in which employee participants do not have the right to determine confidentially whether shares held subjectAmendment No. 2 to the plan will be tendered in a tender or exchange offer; or
·Schedule 13G filed by Lind with the SEC on or afterJanuary 26, 2022 reporting its beneficial ownership of Common Stock. Jeff Easton is the managing member of The Lind Partners, LLC which is the investment manager of Lind Fund I and Lind Fund II and, as such, date,has sole voting control and investment discretion over the securities held by Lind Fund I and Lind Fund II. Mr. Easton disclaims beneficial ownership over such securities listed except to the extent of his pecuniary interest therein. The principal business combinationaddress of Lind is approved by the board of directors and authorized at an annual or special meeting of the stockholders, and not by written consent, by the affirmative vote of at least 66 2⁄3% of the outstanding voting stock that is not owned by the interested stockholder.444 Madison Ave, 41st Floor, New York, NY 10022.

 

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In general, Section 203 defines a “business combination” to include the following:

·any merger or consolidation involving the corporation and the interested stockholder;  
·any sale, transfer, pledge or other disposition of 10% or more of the assets of the corporation involving the interested stockholder;
·subject to certain exceptions, any transaction that results in the issuance or transfer by the corporation of any stock of the corporation to the interested stockholder;
·any transaction involving the corporation that has the effect of increasing the proportionate share of the stock or any class or series of the corporation beneficially owned by the interested stockholder; or 
·the receipt by the interested stockholder of the benefit of any loans, advances, guarantees, pledges or other financial benefits by or through the corporation.

In general, Section 203 defines an “interested stockholder” as an entity or person who, together with the person’s affiliates and associates, beneficially owns, or within three years prior to the time of determination of interested stockholder status did own, 15% or more of the outstanding voting stock of the corporation.

Anti-Takeover Effects of Certain Provisions of our Bylaws

Our bylaws provide that directors may be removed by the stockholders with or without cause upon the vote of a majority of the holders of Common Stock then entitled to vote. Furthermore, the authorized number of directors may be changed only by resolution of the board of directors or of the stockholders, and vacancies may only be filled by a majority vote of the directors, including those who may have resigned. Except as otherwise provided in the bylaws and the certificate of incorporation, as amended, any vacancies or newly created directorships on the board of directors resulting from any increase in the authorized number of directors elected by all of the stockholders having the right to vote as a single class may be filled by a majority of the directors then in office, although less than a quorum, or by a sole remaining director.

Our bylaws also provide that only our chairman of the Board, chief executive officer, president or one or more stockholders holding shares in the aggregate entitled to cast not less than ten percent of the votes at that meeting may call a special meeting of stockholders.

The combination of these provisions makes it more difficult for our existing stockholders to replace our Board as well as for another party to obtain control of us by replacing our Board. Since our Board has the power to retain and discharge our officers, these provisions could also make it more difficult for existing stockholders or another party to effect a change in management. In addition, the authorization of undesignated preferred stock makes it possible for our Board to issue preferred stock with voting or other rights or preferences that could impede the success of any attempt to change our control.

These provisions are intended to enhance the likelihood of continued stability in the composition of our Board and its policies and to discourage coercive takeover practices and inadequate takeover bids. These provisions are also designed to reduce our vulnerability to hostile takeovers and to discourage certain tactics that may be used in proxy fights. However, such provisions could have the effect of discouraging others from making tender offers for our shares and may have the effect of delaying changes in our control or management. As a consequence, these provisions may also inhibit fluctuations in the market price of our Common Stock that could result from actual or rumored takeover attempts. We believe that the benefits of these provisions, including increased protection of our potential ability to negotiate with the proponent of an unfriendly or unsolicited proposal to acquire or restructure our Company, outweigh the disadvantages of discouraging takeover proposals, because negotiation of takeover proposals could result in an improvement of their terms.

Transfer Agent and Registrar

The transfer agent and registrar for our Common Stock is VStock Transfer, LLC.

Nasdaq Listing

Our Common Stock is listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “WISA.”

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DESCRIPTION OF SECURITIES THAT WE ARE OFFERING

 

We are offering            (i) 1,226,415 shares of our Common Stock and (ii) Warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of            1,226,415 shares of our Common Stock, (excluding the over-allotment option granted to the underwriters), which number of shares of Common Stock and accompanying Warrants are based on an assumed combined public offering price of $5.30$            per share which is the last reported sale price of our Common Stock on Nasdaq on April 17, 2020.and accompanying Warrant. Each share of our Common Stock is being sold together with a Warrant to purchase one share of our Common Stock. The shares of our Common Stock accompanying Warrants will be issued separately.separately from the accompanying Warrants. We are also registering the shares of our Common Stock issuable from time to time upon exercise of the Warrants offered hereby.

Common Stock

The material terms and provisionsfollowing descriptions of our Common Stock, Warrants and each other classcertain provisions of our securities that qualifies or limitsCertificate of Incorporation, our by-laws and Delaware law are summaries. You should also refer to our Certificate of Incorporation and our by-laws, which are filed as exhibits to the registration statement of which this prospectus is part.

Authorized Capital Stock

We are authorized to issue 220,000,000 shares of its capital stock consisting of (a) 200,000,000 shares of Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share, and (b) 20,000,000 shares of “blank check” preferred stock, par value $0.0001 per share. As of October 25, 2022, 17,119,353 shares of our Common Stock are described in the section entitled “Descriptionwere issued and outstanding and no shares of Securities” in this prospectus.our preferred stock were issued and outstanding.

 

Common Stock

The description of our Common Stock is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.14 to our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, filed with the SEC on March 11, 2022. Our Common Stock is traded on Nasdaq under the symbol “WISA”. The transfer agent and registrar for our Common Stock is VStock Transfer, LLC. The transfer agent’s address is 18 Lafayette Place, Woodmere, NY 11598 and its telephone number is (212) 828-8436.


Warrants

 

The following summary of certain terms and provisions of the Warrants offered hereby is not complete and is subject to, and qualified in its entirety by, the provisions of the warrant agent agreement between us and VStock Transfer, LLC, as warrant agent, and the form of Warrant, both of which are filed as exhibits to the registration statement of which this prospectus is a part. Prospective investors should carefully review the terms and provisions set forth in the warrant agent agreement, including the annexes thereto, and form of Warrant.

 

Form. Pursuant to a warrant agent agreement between us and VStock Transfer, LLC, as warrant agent, the Warrants will be issued in book-entry form and shall initially be represented only by one or more global warrants deposited with the warrant agent, as custodian on behalf of The Depository Trust Company, or DTC, and registered in the name of Cede & Co., a nominee of DTC, or as otherwise directed by DTC.

 

Exercisability.The Warrants are exercisable at any time after           their original issuance, expected to be April   , 2020, and at any time up to the date that is five years after their original issuance.such date. The Warrants will be exercisable, at the option of each holder, in whole or in part by delivering to us a duly executed exercise notice and, at any time a registration statement registering the issuance of the shares of Common Stock underlying the Warrants under the Securities Act is effective and available for the issuance of such shares, or an exemption from registration under the Securities Act is available for the issuance of such shares, by payment in full in immediately available funds for the number of shares of Common Stock purchased upon such exercise. If a registration statement registering the issuance of the shares of Common Stock underlying the Warrants under the Securities Act is not effective or available and an exemption from registration under the Securities Act is not available for the issuance of such shares, the holder may, in its sole discretion, elect to exercise the Warrant through a cashless exercise, in which case the holder would receive upon such exercise the net number of shares of Common Stock determined according to the formula set forth in the Warrant. No fractional shares of Common Stock will be issued in connection with the exercise of a Warrant. In lieu of fractional shares, we will pay the holder an amount in cash equal to the fractional amount multiplied by the exercise price.

 


Exercise Limitation. A holder will not have the right to exercise any portion of the Warrant if the holder (together with its affiliates) would beneficially own in excess of 4.99% (or, upon election of the holder, 9.99%) of the number of shares of our Common Stock outstanding immediately after giving effect to the exercise, as such percentage ownership is determined in accordance with the terms of the Warrants. However, any holder may increase or decrease such percentage, provided that any increase will not be effective until the 61st day after such election.

 

Exercise Price. The Warrants will have an exercise price of $            per share, which is            100%% of the combined public offering price per share of our Common Stock and accompanying Warrant in this offering.offering . The exercise price is subject to appropriate adjustment in the event of certain stock dividends and distributions, stock splits, stock combinations, reclassifications or similar events affecting our Common Stock and also upon any distributions of assets, including cash, stock or other property to our stockholders.

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Transferability. Subject to applicable laws,Anti-Takeover Effects of Provisions of the warrants may be offered for sale, sold, transferred or assigned withoutDGCL and our consent.Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws

 

Exchange Listing.Anti-Takeover Statute There is no established trading market for the Warrants and we do not expect a market

We are subject to develop. In addition, we do not intend to apply for the listingSection 203 of the Warrants onDelaware General Corporation Law, which generally prohibits a publicly held Delaware corporation from engaging in any national securitiesbusiness combination with any interested stockholder for a period of three years after the date that such stockholder became an interested stockholder, with the following exceptions:

·before such date, the board of directors of the corporation approved either the business combination or the transaction that resulted in the stockholder becoming an interested stockholder;

·upon completion of the transaction that resulted in the stockholder becoming an interested stockholder, the interested stockholder owned at least 85% of the voting stock of the corporation outstanding at the time the transaction began, excluding for purposes of determining the voting stock outstanding, but not the outstanding voting stock owned by the interested stockholder, those shares owned (1) by persons who are directors and also officers and (2) employee stock plans in which employee participants do not have the right to determine confidentially whether shares held subject to the plan will be tendered in a tender or exchange offer; or

·on or after such date, the business combination is approved by the board of directors and authorized at an annual or special meeting of the stockholders, and not by written consent, by the affirmative vote of at least 66 2⁄3% of the outstanding voting stock that is not owned by the interested stockholder.

In general, Section 203 defines a “business combination” to include the following:

·any merger or consolidation involving the corporation and the interested stockholder;

·any sale, transfer, pledge or other disposition of 10% or more of the assets of the corporation involving the interested stockholder;

·subject to certain exceptions, any transaction that results in the issuance or transfer by the corporation of any stock of the corporation to the interested stockholder;

·any transaction involving the corporation that has the effect of increasing the proportionate share of the stock or any class or series of the corporation beneficially owned by the interested stockholder; or

·the receipt by the interested stockholder of the benefit of any loans, advances, guarantees, pledges or other financial benefits by or through the corporation.

In general, Section 203 defines an “interested stockholder” as an entity or other trading market. Without an active trading market,person who, together with the liquidityperson’s affiliates and associates, beneficially owns, or within three years prior to the time of determination of interested stockholder status did own, 15% or more of the Warrants will be limited.outstanding voting stock of the corporation.

 


Fundamental Transactions. If a fundamental transaction occurs, then the successor entity will succeed to, and be substituted for us, and may exercise every right and power that we may exercise and will assume allAnti-Takeover Effects of Certain Provisions of our obligations underBylaws

Our bylaws provide that directors may be removed by the Warrantsstockholders with or without cause upon the same effect as if such successor entity had been named invote of a majority of the Warrant itself. If holders of our Common Stock are given a choice ascommon stock then entitled to vote. Furthermore, the securities, cash or property toauthorized number of directors may be received in a fundamental transaction, then the holder shall be given the same choice as to the consideration it receives upon any exercisechanged only by resolution of the Warrant following such fundamental transaction.

Rights asboard of directors or of the stockholders, and vacancies may only be filled by a Stockholder.majority vote of the directors, including those who may have resigned. Except as otherwise provided in the Warrantsbylaws and the certificate of incorporation, as amended, any vacancies or newly created directorships on the board of directors resulting from any increase in the authorized number of directors elected by all of the stockholders having the right to vote as a single class may be filled by a majority of the directors then in office, although less than a quorum, or by virtue of such holder’s ownership of shares of our Common Stock, the holder of a Warrant does not have the rights or privileges of a holder of our Common Stock, including any voting rights, until the holder exercises the Warrant.sole remaining director.

 

Pre-Funded WarrantsOur bylaws also provide that only our chairman of the board, chief executive officer, president or one or more stockholders holding shares in the aggregate entitled to cast not less than ten percent of the votes at that meeting may call a special meeting of stockholders.

 

The following summarycombination of these provisions makes it more difficult for our existing stockholders to replace our board of directors as well as for another party to obtain control of us by replacing our board of directors. Since our board of directors has the power to retain and discharge our officers, these provisions could also make it more difficult for existing stockholders or another party to effect a change in management. In addition, the authorization of undesignated preferred stock makes it possible for our board of directors to issue preferred stock with voting or other rights or preferences that could impede the success of any attempt to change our control.

These provisions are intended to enhance the likelihood of continued stability in the composition of our board of directors and its policies and to discourage coercive takeover practices and inadequate takeover bids. These provisions are also designed to reduce our vulnerability to hostile takeovers and to discourage certain tactics that may be used in proxy fights. However, such provisions could have the effect of discouraging others from making tender offers for our shares and may have the effect of delaying changes in our control or management. As a consequence, these provisions may also inhibit fluctuations in the market price of our common stock that could result from actual or rumored takeover attempts. We believe that the benefits of these provisions, including increased protection of our potential ability to negotiate with the proponent of an unfriendly or unsolicited proposal to acquire or restructure our company, outweigh the disadvantages of discouraging takeover proposals, because negotiation of takeover proposals could result in an improvement of their terms.

Limitation on Directors’ Liability; Indemnification

Our bylaws contain provisions that limit the liability of our current and former directors for monetary damages to the fullest extent permitted by Delaware law. Delaware law provides that directors of a corporation will not be personally liable for monetary damages for any breach of fiduciary duties as directors, except liability for:

·any breach of the director’s duty of loyalty to the corporation or its stockholders;

·any act or omission not in good faith or that involves intentional misconduct or a knowing violation of law;

·unlawful payments of dividends or unlawful stock repurchases or redemptions as provided in Section 174 of the DGCL; or

·any transaction from which the director derived an improper personal benefit.

This limitation of liability does not apply to liabilities arising under federal securities laws and does not affect the availability of equitable remedies such as injunctive relief or rescission.


Our bylaws provide that we are required to indemnify our directors to the fullest extent permitted by Delaware law. Our bylaws also provide that, upon satisfaction of certain termsconditions, we are required to advance expenses incurred by a director in advance of the final disposition of any action or proceeding, and provisionspermit us to secure insurance on behalf of Pre-Funded Warrantsany officer, director, employee or other agent for any liability arising out of his or her actions in that are being offered hereby is not complete and is subjectcapacity regardless of whether we would otherwise be permitted to and qualified in its entirety by,indemnify him or her under the provisions of Delaware law. Our bylaws also provide our board of directors with discretion to indemnify our officers and employees when determined appropriate by our board of directors. We have entered into agreements to indemnify our directors, executive officers and other employees as determined by the Pre-Funded Warrant, the formboard of which is fileddirectors. With certain exceptions, these agreements provide for indemnification for related expenses including, among other things, attorneys’ fees, judgments, fines and settlement amounts incurred by any of these individuals in any action or proceeding. We believe that these provisions and agreements are necessary to attract and retain qualified persons as an exhibit to the registration statement of which this prospectus forms a part. Prospective investors should carefully review the termsdirectors and provisions of the form of Pre-Funded Warrant for a complete description of the termsofficers. We also maintain customary directors’ and conditions of the Pre-Funded Warrants.officers’ liability insurance.

 

DurationThe limitation of liability and Exercise Price

Each Pre-Funded Warrant offered hereby will haveindemnification provisions in our bylaws may discourage stockholders from bringing a lawsuit against our directors for breach of their fiduciary duty. They may also reduce the likelihood of derivative litigation against our directors and officers, even though an initial exercise price per share equal to $0.01. The Pre-Funded Warrants will be immediately exercisableaction, if successful, might benefit us and other stockholders. Further, a stockholder’s investment may be exercised at any time until the Pre-Funded Warrants are exercised in full. The exercise price and number of shares of Common Stock issuable upon exercise is subject to appropriate adjustment in the event of stock dividends, stock splits, reorganizations or similar events affecting our common stock and the exercise price.

Exercisability

The Pre-Funded Warrants will be exercisable, at the option of each holder, in whole or in part, by delivering to us a duly executed exercise notice accompanied by payment in full for the number of shares of our Common Stock purchased upon such exercise (except in the case of a cashless exercise as discussed below). A holder (together with its affiliates) may not exercise any portion of the Pre-Funded Warrantadversely affected to the extent that the holder would own more than 4.99% (or at the election of the holder, 9.99%) of the outstanding shares of Common Stock immediately after exercise, except that upon at least 61 days’ prior notice from the holder to us, the holder may increase the amount of ownership of outstanding stock after exercising the holder’s Pre-Funded Warrants. No fractional shares of Common Stock will be issued in connection with the exercise of a Pre-Funded Warrant. In lieu of fractional shares of Common Stock, we will pay the holder an amountcosts of settlement and damage awards against directors and officers as required by these indemnification provisions. At present, there is no pending litigation or proceeding involving any of our directors, officers or employees for which indemnification is sought and we are not aware of any threatened litigation that may result in cash equal to the fractional amount multiplied by the exercise price of such Pre-Funded Warrant.claims for indemnification.

 

Cashless Exercise

In lieu of making the cash payment otherwise contemplated to be made to us upon such exercise in payment of the aggregate exercise price, the holder may elect instead to receive upon such exercise (either in whole or in part) the net number of shares of Common Stock determined according to a formula set forth in the Pre-Funded Warrants.

Fundamental Transaction

In the event of a fundamental transaction, as described in the Pre-Funded Warrants and generally including any reorganization, recapitalization or reclassification of our Common Stock, the sale, transfer or other disposition of all or substantially all of our properties or assets, our consolidation or merger with or into another person, the acquisition of more than 50% of our outstanding shares of Common Stock, or any person or group becoming the beneficial owner of 50% of the voting power represented by our outstanding shares of Common Stock,the holders of the Pre-Funded Warrants will be entitled to receive upon exercise of the Pre-Funded Warrants the kind and amount of securities, cash or other property that the holders would have received had they exercised the Pre-Funded Warrants immediately prior to such fundamental transaction.

Transferability

Subject to applicable laws, a Pre-Funded Warrant may be transferred at the option of the holder upon surrender of the Pre-Funded Warrant to us together with the appropriate instruments of transfer.

Exchange Listing

We do not intend to list the Pre-Funded Warrants on any securities exchange or nationally recognized trading system.

Rights as a Stockholder

Except as otherwise provided in the Pre-Funded Warrants or by virtue of such holder’s ownership of shares of our Common Stock, the holders of the Pre-Funded Warrants do not have the rights or privileges of holders of our Common Stock, including any voting rights, until they exercise their Pre-Funded Warrants.

Underwriters’ Warrants

Please see “Underwriting — Underwriters’ Warrants” for a description of the warrants that we have agreed to issue to Maxim Group LLC, as the representative of the underwriters in this offering, subject to the completion of the offering. We expect to enter into a warrant agreement in respect of the Underwriters’ Warrants prior to the closing of this offering.

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MATERIAL U.S. FEDERAL INCOME TAX CONSEQUENCES TO HOLDERS OF
COMMON STOCK AND WARRANTS

 

The following is a summary of the material U.S. federal income tax consequences of the acquisition, ownership and disposition of our Common Stock, and the Pre-Funded Warrants, and the acquisition, ownership, exercise, expiration or disposition of the Warrants, but does not purport to be a complete analysis of all the potential tax considerations relating thereto. This summary is based upon the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, or the Code, Treasury Regulations promulgated thereunder, administrative rulings and judicial decisions, all as of the date hereof. These authorities may be changed or subject to differing interpretations, possibly with retroactive effect, so as to result in U.S. federal income tax consequences different from those set forth below. We have not sought and will not seek any ruling from the Internal Revenue Service, or the IRS, with respect to the statements made and the conclusions reached in the following summary, and there can be no assurance that the IRS or a court will agree with such statements and conclusions.

 

This summary also does not address the tax considerations arising under the laws of any U.S. state or local or any non-U.S. jurisdiction, estate or gift tax, the 3.8% Medicare tax on net investment income or any alternative minimum tax consequences. In addition, this discussion does not address tax considerations applicable to a holder’s particular circumstances or to a holder that may be subject to special tax rules, including, without limitation:

 

banks, insurance companies or other financial institutions;

 

tax-exempt or government organizations;

 

brokers or dealers in securities or currencies;

 

traders in securities that elect to use a mark-to-market method of accounting for their securities holdings;

 

persons that own, or are deemed to own, more than five percent of our capital stock;

 

certain U.S. expatriates, citizens or former long-term residents of the United States;

 persons who hold our shares of Common Stock and Pre-Funded Warrants or Warrants as a position in a hedging transaction, “straddle,” “conversion transaction,” synthetic security, other integrated investment, or other risk reduction transaction;
   
 

persons who do not hold our Common Stock and Pre-Funded Warrants or Warrants as a capital asset within the meaning of Section 1221 of the Code (generally, for investment purposes);

 persons deemed to sell our Common Stock and Pre-Funded Warrants or Warrants under the constructive sale provisions of the Code;


 

pension plans;

 pension plans;

partnerships, or other entities or arrangements treated as partnerships for U.S. federal income tax purposes, or investors in any such entities;

 

persons for whom our stock constitutes “qualified small business stock” within the meaning of Section 1202 of the Code;

 

integral parts or controlled entities of foreign sovereigns;

 

controlled foreign corporations;

 

passive foreign investment companies and corporations that accumulate earnings to avoid U.S. federal income tax; or

 persons that acquire our Common Stock or Pre-Funded Warrants or Warrants as compensation for services.

In addition, if a partnership, including any entity or arrangement classified as a partnership for U.S. federal income tax purposes, holds ourCommon Stock and Pre-Funded Warrants or Warrants, the tax treatment of a partner generally will depend on the status of the partner, the activities of the partnership, and certain determinations made at the partner level. Accordingly, partnerships that hold our Common Stock and Pre-Funded Warrants or Warrants, and partners in such partnerships, should consult their tax advisors regarding the U.S. federal income tax consequences to them of the purchase, ownership, and disposition of our Common Stock and Pre-Funded Warrants or Warrants.

 

You are urged to consult your tax advisor with respect to the application of the U.S. federal income tax laws to your particular situation, as well as any tax consequences of the purchase, ownership and disposition of ourCommon Stock and Pre-Funded Warrants or Warrants arising under the U.S. federal estate or gift tax rules or under the laws of any U.S. state or local or any non-U.S. or other taxing jurisdiction or under any applicable tax treaty.

 

Definition of a U.S. Holder

 

For purposes of this summary, a “U.S. Holder” is any beneficial owner of ourCommon Stock and Pre-Funded Warrants or Warrants that is a “U.S. person,” and is not a partnership, or an entity treated as a partnership or disregarded from its owner, each for U.S. federal income tax purposes. A U.S. person is any person that, for U.S. federal income tax purposes, is or is treated as any of the following: (a) a citizen or individual resident of the United States, (b) a corporation (or other entity or arrangement treated as a corporation for U.S. federal income tax purposes) created in, or organized under the laws of, the United States or any state thereof or the District of Columbia, (c) an estate whose income is subject to United States federal income tax regardless of its source, or (d) a trust(i) ) the administration of which is subject to the primary supervision of a U.S. court and which has one or more United States persons (within the meaning of Section 7701(a)(30) of the Code) who have the authority to control all substantial decisions of the trust or (ii) that has otherwise elected to be treated as a United States person under the Code.

 

For purposes of this summary, a “Non-U.S. Holder” is any beneficial owner of ourCommon Stock and Pre-Funded Warrants or Warrants that is not a U.S. Holder or a partnership, or other entity treated as a partnership or disregarded from its owner, each for U.S. federal income tax purposes.

 

Treatment of Pre-Funded Warrants

Although it is not entirely free from doubt, a Pre-Funded Warrant should be treated as a share of our Common Stock for U.S. federal income tax purposes and a holder of Pre-Funded Warrants should generally be taxed in the same manner as a holder of Common Stock, as described below. Accordingly, no gain or loss should be recognized upon the exercise of a Pre-Funded Warrant and, upon exercise, the holding period of a Pre-Funded Warrants should carry over to the share of Common Stock received. Similarly, the tax basis of the Pre-Funded Warrant should carry over to the share of Common Stock received upon exercise, increased by the exercise price of $0.01. Each holder should consult his, her or its own tax advisor regarding the risks associated with the acquisition of Pre-Funded Warrants pursuant to this offering (including potential alternative characterizations). The balance of this discussion generally assumes that the characterization described above is respected for U.S. federal income tax purposes.


Tax Consequences to U.S. Holders

 

Distributions on Common Stock

 

As discussed above under “Dividend Information – Dividend Policy,” we do not currently expect to make distributions on our Common Stock. In the event that we do make distributions of cash or other property, distributions paid on Common Stock, other than certain pro rata distributions of Common Stock, will be treated as a dividend to the extent paid out of our current or accumulated earnings and profits and will be includible in income by the U.S. Holder and taxable as ordinary income when received. If a distribution exceeds our current and accumulated earnings and profits, the excess will be first treated as a tax-free return of the U.S. Holder’s investment, up to the U.S. Holder’s tax basis in the Common Stock. Any remaining excess will be treated as a capital gain. Subject to applicable limitations, dividends paid to certain non-corporate U.S. Holders may be eligible for taxation as “qualified dividend income” and therefore may be taxable at rates applicable to long-term capital gains. U.S. Holders should consult their tax advisers regarding the availability of the reduced tax rate on dividends in their particular circumstances. Dividends received by a corporate U.S. Holder will be eligible for the dividends-received deduction if the U.S. Holder meets certain holding period and other applicable requirements.

 

Constructive Dividends on Warrants

 

Under Section 305 of the Code, an adjustment to the number of shares of Common Stock that will be issued on the exercise of the Warrants, or an adjustment to the exercise price of the Warrants, may be treated as a constructive distribution to a U.S. Holder of the Warrants if, and to the extent that, such adjustment has the effect of increasing such U.S. Holder’s proportionate interest in our “earnings and profits” or assets, depending on the circumstances of such adjustment (for example, if such adjustment is to compensate for a distribution of cash or other property to our stockholders). Adjustments to the exercise price of a Warrant made pursuant to a bona fide reasonable adjustment formula that has the effect of preventing dilution of the interest of the holders of the Warrants should generally not result in a constructive distribution. Any constructive distributions would generally be subject to the tax treatment described above under Dividends“Dividends on Common Stock.”

Sale or Other Disposition of Common Stock

 

For U.S. federal income tax purposes, gain or loss realized on the sale or other disposition of Common Stock will be capital gain or loss, and will be long-term capital gain or loss if the U.S. Holder held the Common Stock for more than one year. The amount of the gain or loss will equal the difference between the U.S. Holder’s tax basis in the Common Stock disposed of and the amount realized on the disposition. Long-term capital gains recognized by non-corporate U.S. Holders will be subject to reduced tax rates. The deductibility of capital losses is subject to limitations.

 

Sale or Other Disposition, Exercise or Expiration of Warrants

 

For U.S. federal income tax purposes, gain or loss realized on the sale or other disposition of a Warrant (other than by exercise) will be capital gain or loss and will be long-term capital gain or loss if the U.S. Holder held the Warrant for more than one year at the time of the sale or other disposition. The amount of the gain or loss will equal the difference between the U.S. Holder’s tax basis in the Warrant disposed of and the amount realized on the disposition.

 

In general, a U.S. Holder will not be required to recognize income, gain or loss upon the exercise of a Warrant by payment of the exercise price, except to the extent of cash paid in lieu of a fractional share. A U.S. Holder’s tax basis in a share of Common Stock received upon exercise will be equal to the sum of (1) the U.S. Holder’s tax basis in the Warrant and (2) the exercise price of the Warrant. A U.S. Holder’s holding period in the stock received upon exercise will commence on the day or the day after such U.S. Holder exercises the Warrant. No discussion is provided herein regarding the U.S. federal income tax treatment on the exercise of a Warrant on a cashless basis, and U.S. Holders are urged to consult their tax advisors as to the exercise of a Warrant on a cashless basis.

 

If a Warrant expires without being exercised, a U.S. Holder will recognize a capital loss in an amount equal to such U.S. Holder’s tax basis in the Warrant. This loss will be long-term capital loss if, at the time of the expiration, the U.S. Holder’s holding period in the Warrant is more than one year. The deductibility of capital losses is subject to limitations.


FOR NON-U.S. HOLDERS

 

The following is a general discussion of the material U.S. federal income tax considerations applicable to non-U.S. holders (as defined herein) with respect to their ownership and disposition of shares of our Common Stock and Warrants issued pursuant to this offering. All prospective non-U.S. holders of our Common Stock should consult their tax advisors with respect to the U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax consequences of the purchase, ownership and disposition of our Common Stock. In general, a non-U.S. holder means a beneficial owner of our Common Stock (other than a partnership or an entity or arrangement treated as a partnership for U.S. federal income tax purposes) that is not, for U.S. federal income tax purposes:

·an individual who is a citizen or resident of the United States;

·a corporation, or an entity treated as a corporation for U.S. federal income tax purposes, created or organized in the United States or under the laws of the United States or of any state thereof or the District of Columbia; 

·an estate, the income of which is subject to U.S. federal income tax regardless of its source; or

·a trust if (1) a U.S. court can exercise primary supervision over the trust’s administration and one or more U.S. persons have the authority to control all of the trust’s substantial decisions or (2) the trust has a valid election in effect under applicable U.S. Treasury Regulations to be treated as a U.S. person.

This discussion is based on current provisions of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, which we refer to as the Code, existing U.S. Treasury Regulations promulgated thereunder, published administrative pronouncements and rulings of the U.S. Internal Revenue Service, which we refer to as the IRS, and judicial decisions, all as in effect as of the date of this prospectus. These authorities are subject to change and to differing interpretation, possibly with retroactive effect. Any change or differing interpretation could alter the tax consequences to non-U.S. holders described in this prospectus.

 

We assume in this discussion that a non-U.S. holder holds shares of our Common Stock and Warrants as a capital asset within the meaning of Section 1221 of the Code (generally, for investment). This discussion does not address all aspects of U.S. federal income taxation that may be relevant to a particular non-U.S. holder in light of that non-U.S. holder’s individual circumstances, nor does it address any alternative minimum, Medicare contribution, estate or gift tax consequences, or any aspects of U.S. state, local or non-U.S. taxes. This discussion also does not consider any specific facts or circumstances that may apply to a non-U.S. holder and does not address the special tax rules applicable to particular non-U.S. holders, such as holders that own, or are deemed to own, more than 5% of our capital stock (except to the extent specifically set forth below), corporations that accumulate earnings to avoid U.S. federal income tax, tax-exempt organizations, banks, financial institutions, insurance companies, brokers, dealers or traders in securities, commodities or currencies, tax-qualified retirement plans, holders who hold or receive our Common Stock pursuant to the exercise of employee stock options or otherwise as compensation, holders holding our Common Stock as part of a hedge, straddle or other risk reduction strategy, conversion transaction or other integrated investment, holders deemed to sell our Common Stock under the constructive sale provisions of the Code, controlled foreign corporations, passive foreign investment companies and certain former U.S. citizens or former long-term residents.

 

In addition, this discussion does not address the tax treatment of partnerships (or entities or arrangements that are treated as partnerships for U.S. federal income tax purposes) or persons that hold their Common Stock through such partnerships. If a partnership, including any entity or arrangement treated as a partnership for U.S. federal income tax purposes, holds shares of our Common Stock, the U.S. federal income tax treatment of a partner in such partnership will generally depend upon the status of the partner and the activities of the partnership. Such partners and partnerships should consult their tax advisors regarding the tax consequences of the purchase, ownership and disposition of our Common Stock or Warrants.

 


There can be no assurance that a court or the IRS will not challenge one or more of the tax consequences described herein, and we have not obtained, nor do we intend to obtain, a ruling with respect to the U.S. federal income tax consequences to a non-U.S. holder of the purchase, ownership or disposition of our Common Stock.

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Distributions

 

As discussed in the section entitled “Dividend Policy,” we do not anticipate paying any dividends on our Common Stock in the foreseeable future. If we make distributions on our Common Stock or on the Warrants (as described above under “Constructive Dividends on Warrants”), those payments will constitute dividends for U.S. federal income tax purposes to the extent we have current or accumulated earnings and profits, as determined under U.S. federal income tax principles. To the extent those distributions exceed both our current and our accumulated earnings and profits, they will constitute a return of capital and will first reduce a Non-U.S. Holder’s basis in our Common Stock or the Warrants, as applicable, but not below zero. Any excess will be treated as capital gain and will be treated as described below under “Gain on Sale or Other Disposition of Common Stock or Warrants.” Any such distributions would be subject to the discussions below regarding back-up withholding and the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act, or FATCA.

 

Subject to the discussion below on effectively connected income, any dividend paid to a Non-U.S. Holder generally will be subject to U.S. withholding tax either at a rate of 30% of the gross amount of the dividend or such lower rate as may be specified by an applicable income tax treaty. To receive a reduced treaty rate, a Non-U.S. Holder must provide us or our agent with an IRS Form W-8BEN, IRS Form W-8 BEN-E or another appropriate version of IRS Form W-8 (or a successor form), which must be updated periodically, and which, in each case, must certify qualification for the reduced rate. Non-U.S. Holders should consult their tax advisors regarding their entitlement to benefits under any applicable income tax treaty.

 

Dividends paid to a Non-U.S. Holder that are effectively connected with the Non-U.S. Holder’s conduct of a trade or business within the United States and that are not eligible for relief from U.S. (net basis) income tax under an applicable income tax treaty generally are exempt from the (gross basis) withholding tax described above. To obtain this exemption from withholding tax, the Non-U.S. Holder must provide the applicable withholding agent with an IRS Form W-8ECI or successor form or other applicable IRS Form W-8 certifying that the dividends are effectively connected with the Non-U.S. Holder’s conduct of a trade or business within the United States. Such effectively connected dividends, if not eligible for relief under a tax treaty, would not be subject to a withholding tax, but would be taxed at the same graduated rates applicable to U.S. persons, net of certain deductions and credits and if, in addition, the Non-U.S. Holder is a corporation, may also be subject to a branch profits tax at a rate of 30% (or such lower rate as may be specified by an applicable income tax treaty).

 

If you are eligible for a reduced rate of withholding tax pursuant to a tax treaty, you may be able to obtain a refund of any excess amounts withheld if you timely file an appropriate claim for refund with the IRS.

 

Exercise or Expiration of Warrants

 

In general, a Non-U.S. Holder will not be required to recognize income, gain or loss upon the exercise of a Warrant by payment of the exercise price, except possibly to the extent of cash paid in lieu of a fractional share. However, no discussion is provided herein regarding the U.S. federal income tax treatment on the exercise of a Warrant on a cashless basis, and Non-U.S. Holders are urged to consult their tax advisors as to the exercise of a Warrant on a cashless basis.

If a Warrant expires without being exercised, a Non-U.S. Holder that is engaged in a U.S. trade or business to which any income from the Warrant would be effectively connected or who is present in the United States for a period or periods aggregating 183 days or more during the calendar year in which the expiration occurs (and certain other conditions are met) will recognize a capital loss in an amount equal to such Non-U.S. Holder’s tax basis in the Warrant. The amount paid to purchase our Common Stock and Warrants will be apportioned between them in proportion to the respective fair market values of the Common Stock and Warrants, and the apportioned amount will be the tax basis of the Common Stock and Warrants respectively. The fair market value of our Common Stock for this purpose will generally be its trading value immediately after issuance.


Gain on Sale, Exchange or Other Disposition of Our Common Stock or Warrants

 

Subject to the discussion below regarding backup withholding and FATCA, a Non-U.S. Holder generally will not be required to pay U.S. federal income tax on any gain realized upon the sale or other disposition of our Common Stock or the Warrants unless:

 

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the gain is effectively connected with the Non-U.S. Holder’s conduct of a trade or business within the United States and not eligible for relief under an applicable income tax treaty, in which case the Non-U.S. Holder will be required to pay tax on the net gain derived from the sale under regular graduated U.S. federal income tax rates, and for a Non-U.S. Holder that is a corporation, such Non-U.S. Holder may be subject to the branch profits tax at a 30% rate (or such lower rate as may be specified by an applicable income tax treaty) on such effectively connected gain, as adjusted for certain items;

   
 the Non-U.S. Holder is an individual who is present in the United States for a period or periods aggregating 183 days or more during the calendar year in which the sale or disposition occurs and certain other conditions are met, in which case the Non-U.S. Holder will be required to pay a flat 30% tax on the gain derived from the sale, which tax may be offset by U.S. source capital losses (even though the Non-U.S. Holder is not considered a resident of the United States) (subject to applicable income tax or other treaties); or
   
 we are a “U.S. real property holding corporation” for U.S. federal income tax purposes, or a USRPHC, at any time within the shorter of the five-year period preceding the disposition or the Non-U.S. Holder’s holding period for our Common Stock or the Warrants. We believe we are not currently and do not anticipate becoming a USRPHC. However, because the determination of whether we are a USRPHC depends on the fair market value of our United States real property interests relative to the fair market value of our other business assets, there can be no assurance that we will not become a USRPHC in the future. Even if we become a USRPHC, however, gain arising from the sale or other taxable disposition by a Non-U.S. Holder of our Common Stock will not be subject to United States federal income tax if (A) in the case of our Common Stock, (a) shares of our Common Stock are “regularly traded,” as defined by applicable Treasury Regulations, on an established securities market, such as Nasdaq, and (b) the Non-U.S. Holder owns or owned, actually and constructively, 5% or less of the shares of our Common Stock throughout the five-year period ending on the date of the sale or exchange; and (B) in the case of the Warrants, either (a)(i) shares of our Common Stock are “regularly traded,” as defined by applicable Treasury Regulations, on an established securities market, such as Nasdaq, (ii) the Warrants are not considered regularly traded on an established securities market and (iii) the Non-U.S. Holder does not own, actually or constructively, Warrants with a fair market value greater than the fair market value of 5% of the shares of our Common Stock, determined as of the date that such Non-U.S. Holder acquired its Warrants, or (b)(i) the Warrants are considered regularly traded on an established securities market, and (ii) the Non-U.S. Holder owns or owned, actually and constructively, 5% or less of the Warrants throughout the five-year period ending on the date of the sale or exchange. The Warrants are not expected to be regularly traded on an established securities market. If the foregoing exception does not apply, and we are a USRPHC, such Non-U.S. Holder’s proceeds received on the disposition of shares will generally be subject to withholding at a rate of 15% and such Non-U.S. Holder will generally be taxed on any gain in the same manner as gain that is effectively connected with the conduct of a U.S. trade or business, except that the branch profits tax generally will not apply.

 

Backup Withholding and Information Reporting

 

Information returns may be filed with the IRS in connection with distributions on our Common Stock or constructive dividends on the Warrants, and the proceeds of a sale or other disposition of the Common Stock or the Warrants. A non-exempt U.S. Holder may be subject to U.S. backup withholding on these payments if it fails to provide its taxpayer identification number to the withholding agent and comply with certification procedures or otherwise establish an exemption from backup withholding.

 


A Non-U.S. Holder may be subject to U.S. information reporting and backup withholding on these payments unless the Non-U.S. Holder complies with certification procedures to establish that it is not a U.S. person (within the meaning of the Code). The certification requirements generally will be satisfied if the Non-U.S. Holder provides the applicable withholding agent with a statement on the applicable IRS Form W-8BEN or IRS Form W-8BEN-E (or suitable substitute or successor form), together with all appropriate attachments, signed under penalties of perjury, stating, among other things, that such Non-U.S. Holder is not a U.S. Person. Applicable Treasury Regulations provide alternative methods for satisfying this requirement. In addition, the amount of distributions on common stock or constructive dividends on common stock paid to a Non-U.S. Holder, and the amount of any U.S. federal tax withheld therefrom, must be reported annually to the IRS and the holder. This information may be made available by the IRS under the provisions of an applicable tax treaty or agreement to the tax authorities of the country in which the Non-U.S. Holder resides.

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Payment of the proceeds of the sale or other disposition of the Common Stock or the Warrants to or through a non-U.S. office of a U.S. broker or of a non-U.S. broker with certain specified U.S. connections generally will be subject to information reporting requirements, but not backup withholding, unless the Non-U.S. Holder certifies under penalties of perjury that it is not a U.S. person or an exemption otherwise applies. Payments of the proceeds of a sale or other disposition of the Common Stock or the Warrants to or through a U.S. office of a broker generally will be subject to information reporting and backup withholding, unless the Non-U.S. Holder certifies under penalties of perjury that it is not a U.S. person or otherwise establishes an exemption.

 

Backup withholding is not an additional tax. The amount of any backup withholding from a payment generally will be allowed as a credit against the holder’s U.S. federal income tax liability and may entitle the holder to a refund, provided that the required information is timely furnished to the IRS.

 

Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act

 

FATCA imposes withholding tax on certain types of payments made to foreign financial institutions and certain other non-U.S. entities. The legislation imposes a 30% withholding tax on dividends on, or, subject to the discussion of certain proposed Treasury Regulations below, gross proceeds from the sale or other disposition of, our Common Stock or the Warrants paid to a “foreign financial institution” or to certain “non-financial foreign entities” (each as defined in the Code), unless (i) the foreign financial institution undertakes certain diligence and reporting obligations, (ii) the non-financial foreign entity either certifies it does not have any “substantial United States owners” (as defined in the Code) or furnishes identifying information regarding each substantial United States owner, or (iii) the foreign financial institution or non-financial foreign entity otherwise qualifies for an exemption from these rules. If the payee is a foreign financial institution and is subject to the diligence and reporting requirements in (i) above, it must enter into an agreement with the U.S. Treasury requiring, among other things, that it undertake to identify accounts held by “specified United States persons” or “United States-owned foreign entities” (each as defined in the Code), annually report certain information about such accounts, and withhold 30% on payments to account holders whose actions prevent it from complying with these reporting and other requirements. If the country in which a payee is resident has entered into an “intergovernmental agreement” with the United States regarding FATCA, that agreement may permit the payee to report to that country rather than to the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The U.S. Treasury recently released proposed Treasury Regulations which, if finalized in their present form, would eliminate the federal withholding tax of 30% applicable to the gross proceeds of a sale or other disposition of our Common Stock or the Warrants. In its preamble to such proposed Treasury Regulations, the U.S. Treasury stated that taxpayers may generally rely on the proposed regulations until final regulations are issued. Prospective investors should consult their own tax advisors regarding the possible impact of these rules on their investment in our Common Stock or the Warrants, and the possible impact of these rules on the entities through which they hold our Common Stock or the Warrants, including, without limitation, the process and deadlines for meeting the applicable requirements to prevent the imposition of this 30% withholding tax under FATCA.

 

THE PRECEDING DISCUSSION IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY. EACH PROSPECTIVE INVESTOR SHOULD CONSULT ITS TAX ADVISOR REGARDING THE PARTICULAR U.S. FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL AND NON-U.S. TAX CONSEQUENCES OF PURCHASING, HOLDING AND DISPOSING OF OUR COMMON STOCK AND WARRANTS, INCLUDING THE CONSEQUENCES OF ANY PROPOSED CHANGE IN APPLICABLE LAWS.

 

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UNDERWRITINGPLAN OF DISTRIBUTION

 

WePursuant to a placement agency agreement, we have entered into an underwriting agreement, dated         , 2020, withengaged Maxim Group LLC (“Maxim”),to act as the representative of the several underwriters named below, with respectour exclusive placement agent to the shares of Common Stockor Pre-Funded Warrants and the accompanying Warrants subject to this offering. Subject to certain conditions, we have agreed to sell to the underwriters, and the underwriters have severally agreedsolicit offers to purchase the securities offered by this prospectus. The placement agent is not purchasing or selling any securities, nor is it required to arrange for the purchase and sale of any specific number or dollar amount of sharessecurities, other than to use its “reasonable best efforts” to arrange for the sale of Common Stock and the accompanying Warrants provided below opposite their respective names.securities by us. Therefore, we may not sell the entire amount of securities being offered. There is no minimum amount of proceeds that is a condition to closing of this offering. We will enter into a securities purchase agreement directly with the investors, at the investor’s option, who purchase our securities in this offering. The placement agent may engage one or more subagents or selected dealers in connection with this offering.

UnderwriterNumber of
Shares
Number of Pre-Funded
Warrants
Number of
Accompanying
Warrants
Maxim Group LLC
Total

 

The underwriters are offering the shares of our Common Stock or Pre-Funded Warrants and accompanying Warrants subject to their acceptance of our Common Stock or Pre-Funded Warrants and accompanying Warrants from us and subject to prior sale. The underwritingplacement agency agreement provides that the placement agent’s obligations of the underwriters to pay for and accept delivery of the shares of our Common Stock or Pre-Funded Warrants and related Warrants offered by this prospectus are subject to conditions contained in the approval of certain legal matters by their counsel and to certain other conditions. The underwriters are obligated to take and pay for all of the shares of our Common Stock or Pre-Funded Warrants and related Warrants if any such shares of our Common Stock or Pre-Funded Warrants and related Warrants are taken.placement agency agreement.

 

We have grantedwill deliver the underwriters an optionsecurities being issued to the investors upon receipt of investor funds for a periodthe purchase of 45 days from the date ofsecurities offered pursuant to this prospectus. We expect to deliver the securities being offered pursuant to this prospectus to purchase up to an additional 183,962 shares of Common Stock and/on or Warrants to purchase up to an additional 183,962 shares of our Common Stock, at the assumed public offering price of $5.30 per share of Common Stock, which is the last reported sale price of our Common Stock on Nasdaq on April 17, 2020, less the underwriting discount.about            , 2022.

 

DiscountsPlacement Agent Fees, Commissions and Expenses

 

We have agreed to payUpon the underwriters a cash fee equal to 8.0% of the gross proceeds raised in this offering. In addition, for a period of twelve months from the date of the underwriting agreement, if we receive any proceeds from any investor introduced to us by Maxim, subject to certain exceptions set forth therein, during the courseclosing of this offering, we will pay Maximthe placement agent a cash transaction fee equal to            8.0%% of such proceeds. The underwriters have advisedthe aggregate gross cash proceeds to us that they propose to offerfrom the sharessale of our Common Stock or Pre-Funded Warrants and related Warrants to the public atsecurities in the respective public offering prices set forth onoffering. In addition, we will reimburse the cover page of this prospectus and to certain dealers at that price less a concession notplacement agent for its out-of-pocket expenses incurred in excess of $               per share of our Common Stock or $0.01 per Pre-Funded Warrant and related Warrants. Afterconnection with this offering, including the public offering pricefees and concessionexpenses of the counsel for the placement agent, up to dealers may be changed by Maxim. No such change shall change the amount of proceeds to be received by us as set forth on the cover page of this prospectus. The shares of our Common Stock or Pre-Funded Warrants and related Warrants are offered by the underwriters as stated herein, subject to receipt and acceptance by them and subject to their right to reject any order in whole or in part. The underwriters have informed us that they do not intend to confirm sales to any accounts over which they exercise discretionary authority.$            .

 

The following table shows the public offering price, underwriting discount payable to the underwriters by usplacement agent fees and proceeds, before expenses, to us, assuming both no exercise and full exercise of the underwriters’ option to purchase additional shares of Common Stock, Pre-Funded Warrants and/or Warrants. The underwriting commissions are equal to the combined public offering price per share, of Common Stock and related Warrants, or of Pre-Funded Warrants and related Warrants, less the amount per share the underwriters pay us for the shares of Common Stock or Pre-Funded Warrants and Warrants:us.

 

  

Per Share and
Accompanying


Warrant

 

Per Pre-
Funded
Warrant and
Accompanying
Warrant

Total
without
Over-
Allotment
Option

Total with

Over-
Allotment

Option(1)

 
PublicCombined public offering price $  $$  $  
Underwriting discount and commissions (8.0%)(2)Placement agent fees $ $$  $  
Proceeds, before expenses, to us(3) $ $$  $  

 

(1) Assumes exercise of the underwriters’ over-allotment to purchase shares of Common Stock and Warrants.

(2) The underwriters will receive an underwriting discount equal to 8.0% of the gross proceeds in this offering, other than any sales to an investor with whom we have a pre-existing relationship, for which the underwriters will receive an underwriting discount equal to 4.0%. 

(3) Excluding the proceeds, if any, from the exercise of the Pre-Funded Warrants or the Warrants.

We have also agreed to reimburse the underwriters for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses not to exceed $100,000 in the aggregate, including payment of its legal costs and expenses. We estimate that the total expenses payable by us in connection with thisof the offering, other thanincluding registration, filing and listing fees, printing fees and legal and accounting expenses, but excluding the underwriting discount referred to above,placement agent commission, will be approximately $280,000.$            , all of which are payable by us. This figure includes, among other things, the placement agent’s fees and expenses (including the legal fees, costs and expenses for the placement agent’s legal counsel) up to $            .

 

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Indemnification

We have agreed to indemnify the underwriters against certain liabilities, including liabilities under the Securities Act.

Lock-upLock-Up Agreements

 

We, each of our officers and directors, and certain holdersholder(s) of fiveten percent (5%(10%) or more of the outstanding shares of our Common Stock as of the date immediately prior to the effective date of this offeringprospectus have agreed, subject to limitedcertain exceptions, for a period of 90 days after the closing of this offering, not to offer, issue, sell, contract to sell, pledge,encumber, grant any option to purchase, make any shortfor the sale of or otherwise dispose of directly or indirectly any shares of our Common Stock or anyother securities convertible into or exercisable or exchangeable for our Common Stock either owned asfor a period of the date of the underwriting agreement or thereafter acquiredthree (3) months after this offering is completed without the prior written consent of Maxim. Maximthe placement agent.

The placement agent may in its sole discretion and at any time without notice release some or from timeall of the shares subject to time beforelock-up agreements prior to the terminationexpiration of the lock-up period, without notice,period. When determining whether or not to release all or any portion of the securities subject to lock-up agreements.

Underwriters’ Warrants

We have agreed to issue to Maxim warrants (the “Underwriters’ Warrants”) to purchase up to a total of 61,320 shares of our Common Stock (5% of the shares of Common Stock and the shares of common stock issuable upon exercise of the Pre-Funded Warrants sold in this offering, excluding the over-allotment). The Underwriters’ Warrants will be exercisable beginning 180 days following the effective date of the registration statement of which this prospectus is a part. The Underwriters’ Warrants will be exercisable commencing 180 days following the effective date of the registration statement of which this prospectus is a part and will terminate five-years following the effective date of the registration statement of which this prospectus is a part in compliance with FINRA Rule 5110(f)(2)(G)(i). The Underwriters’ Warrants are exercisable at a per share price equal to $ per share, or 120% of the public offering price per share of Common Stock issued and sold in this offering. The Underwriters’ Warrants have been deemed compensation by FINRA and are therefore subject to a 180-day lock-up pursuant to Rule 5110(g)(1) of FINRA. Maxim (or permitted assignees under Rule 5110(g)(1)) will not sell, transfer, assign, pledge, or hypothecate the Underwriters’ Warrants or the shares of Common Stock underlying the Underwriters’ Warrants, nor will they engage in any hedging, short sale, derivative, put, or call transaction that would result in the effective economic disposition of the Underwriters’ Warrants or the shares of Common Stock underlying the Underwriters’ Warrants for a period of 180 days from the effective date of this offering. In addition,lock-up agreements, the Underwriters’ Warrants provideplacement agent will consider, among other factors, the security holder’s reasons for registration rights upon request, in certain cases. The one demand registration right provided will terminate onrequesting the fifth anniversary ofrelease, the effective date of the registration statement of which this prospectus is a part in compliance with FINRA Rule 5110(f)(2)(G)(iv). The piggyback registration rights provided will terminate on the seventh anniversary of the effective date of the registration statement of which this prospectus is a part in compliance with FINRA Rule 5110(f)(2)(G)(v). We will bear all fees and expenses for one demand registration right and unlimited piggyback registration rights attendant to registering the securities issuable on exercise of the Underwriters’ Warrants other than underwriting commissions incurred and payable by the holders. The exercise price and number of shares issuable upon exercise offor which the Underwriters’ Warrants may be adjusted in certain circumstances including inrelease is being requested and market conditions at the event of a stock dividend, extraordinary cash dividend or our recapitalization, reorganization, merger or consolidation. However, the exercise price of the Underwriters’ Warrants and the shares of Common Stock underlying the Underwriters’ Warrants will not be adjusted for issuances of shares of Common Stock at a price below the warrant exercise price.time.

 

Right of First Refusal

 

Upon the closing of thethis offering, for a period of twelve (12) months from suchfollowing the closing, Maxim is grantedwe will grant the placement agent the right of first refusal to act as underwritingsole managing underwriter and sole book running manager and/runner, sole placement agent, or placementsole sales agent, for any and all of our future public or private equity, equity-linked or debt (excluding commercial bank debt) offerings for which we retain the service of an underwriter, agent, advisor, finder or other person or entity in connection with such offering by us, or any successor to us or any subsidiary of ours, during such twelve (12) month period. We will not offer to retain any entity or person in connection with any such offering on terms more favorable than terms on which we offer to retain the placement agent. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, this right of first refusal shall not apply to self-directed offerings in which we do not employ the services of an investment banker, finder or financial advisor to which we pay commissions.


Indemnification

We have agreed to indemnify the placement agent against certain liabilities, including liabilities under the Securities Act, and privateto contribute to payments that the placement agent may be required to make for these liabilities.

Other Compensation

If within twelve months following the consummation of this offering, we complete any equity, equity-linked, convertible or debt offerings. Ifor other capital-raising activity of the gross proceedsCompany for which the placement agent is not acting as underwriter or placement agent (other than the exercise by any person or entity of any options, warrants or other convertible securities) with any of the investors that were contacted, introduced or participated in this offering (excluding any investors that either held securities of the Company prior to the closing of this offering, are $5,000,000 or more,that were introduced by us to the placement agent), then Maxim willwe shall pay to the placement agent a commission as described in this section, in each case only with respect to the portion of such financing received from such investors.

Regulation M

The placement agent may be entitleddeemed to 100%be an underwriter within the meaning of Section 2(a)(11) of the Securities Act, and any commissions received by it and any profit realized on the resale of the securities sold by it while acting as principal might be deemed to be underwriting economics in these future offerings. Ifdiscounts or commissions under the gross proceedsSecurities Act. As an underwriter, the placement agent would be required to comply with the requirements of this offering are less than $5,000,000, then Maxim will be entitled to 50% of underwriting economics in such future offerings.

Price Stabilization, Short Positionsthe Securities Act and Penalty Bids

In connection with this offering the underwriters may engage in stabilizing transactions, over-allotment transactions, syndicate covering transactionsExchange Act, including, without limitation, Rule 10b-5 and penalty bids in accordance with Regulation M under the Exchange Act:Act. These rules and regulations may limit the timing of purchases and sales of our securities by the placement agent acting as principal. Under these rules and regulations, the placement agent (i) may not engage in any stabilization activity in connection with our securities and (ii) may not bid for or purchase any of our securities or attempt to induce any person to purchase any of our securities, other than as permitted under the Exchange Act, until it has completed its participation in the distribution.

 

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Stabilizing transactions permit bids to purchase the underlying security so long as the stabilizing bids do not exceed a specified maximum.

Over-allotment involves sales by the underwriters of shares in excess of the number of shares the underwriters are obligated to purchase, which creates a syndicate short position. The short position may be either a covered short position or a naked short position. In a covered short position, the number of shares over-allotted by the underwriters is not greater than the number of shares that they may purchase in the over-allotment option. In a naked short position, the number of shares involved is greater than the number of shares in the over-allotment option. The underwriters may close out any covered short position by either exercising their over-allotment option and/or purchasing shares in the open market.

Syndicate covering transactions involve purchases of the Common Stock in the open market after the distribution has been completed in order to cover syndicate short positions. In determining the source of shares to close out the short position, the underwriters will consider, among other things, the price of shares available for purchase in the open market as compared to the price at which they may purchase shares through the over-allotment option. A naked short position occurs if the underwriters sell more shares than could be covered by the over-allotment option. This position can only be closed out by buying shares in the open market. A naked short position is more likely to be created if the underwriters are concerned that there could be downward pressure on the price of the shares in the open market after pricing that could adversely affect investors who purchase in this offering.
Penalty bids permit the underwriters to reclaim a selling concession from a syndicate member when the Common stock originally sold by the syndicate member is purchased in a stabilizing or syndicate covering transaction to cover syndicate short positions.

 

These stabilizing transactions, syndicate covering transactions and penalty bids may have the effect of raising or maintaining the market price of our Common Stock or preventing or retarding a decline in the marketThe actual offering price of the Common Stock. As a result,securities we are offering, and the exercise price of ourthe Warrants included in the shares of Common Stock may be higher thanthat we are offering, were negotiated between us, the price that might otherwise existplacement agent and the investors in the open market. These transactions may be discontinued at any time.

Neither we nor the underwriters make any representation or prediction as to the direction or magnitude of any effect that the transactions described above may haveoffering based on the pricetrading of our shares of Common Stock. In addition, neitherStock prior to the offering, among other things. Other factors considered in determining the public offering price of the securities we norare offering, as well as the underwriters make any representationexercise price of the Warrants that we are offering include our history and prospects, the underwriters will engage in these transactions or that any transaction, if commenced, will not be discontinued without notice.stage of development of our business, our business plans for the future and the extent to which they have been implemented, an assessment of our management, the general conditions of the securities markets at the time of the offering and such other factors as were deemed relevant.

 

Electronic Distribution

 

ThisA prospectus in electronic format may be made available on websites or through other online servicesa website maintained by the underwriters,placement agent. In connection with the offering, the placement agent or by their affiliates. selected dealers may distribute prospectuses electronically. No forms of electronic prospectus other than prospectuses that are printable as Adobe® PDF will be used in connection with this offering.

Other than thisthe prospectus in electronic format, the information on the underwriters’ websitesplacement agent’s website and any information contained in any other websiteswebsite maintained by the underwritersplacement agent is not part of thisthe prospectus or the registration statement of which this prospectus forms a part, has not been approved and/or endorsed by us or the underwritersplacement agent in theirits capacity as underwriters,placement agent and should not be relied upon by investors.

 

Related TransactionsCertain Relationships

 

The Placement Agent and its affiliates have and may in the future provide, from time to time, investment banking and financial advisory services to us in the ordinary course of business, for which they may receive customary fees and commissions.

On March

In connection with an offering of shares of Common Stock in July 2021, we entered into a placement agency agreement, dated July 22, 2021 with Maxim, and on the closing of such offering on July 27, 2021, we paid Maxim a fee of 8% of the aggregate purchase price paid by the investors placed by Maxim in the offering, as well as certain expenses. 

In connection with the two separate offerings of shares of Common Stock and warrants in June 2020, we entered into placement agency agreements, dated June 4, 2020 and June 9, 2020, with Maxim, and on the Marchclosing of each such offering on June 8, 2020 Purchase Agreementand June 11, 2020, respectively, we paid Maxim a fee of 8% of the aggregate purchase price paid by the respective investors placed by Maxim in each such offering, as well as certain expenses. In addition, in connection with two warrant inducement transactions in January 2021 and June 2021, we entered into solicitation agreements with Maxim, dated January 9, 2021 and June 7, 2021, respectively, to solicit the exercise of certain warrants issued to such June 2020 investors. In connection with such inducement transactions, we paid Maxim a cash fee equal to 7% of the total net proceeds received from the exercise of such warrants in connection with each such transaction.

In connection with an institutional investor pursuantunderwritten public offering by us in April 2020, we entered into an underwriting agreement with Maxim, as the representative of the underwriters named therein, and paid Maxim a commission of 8% of the gross proceeds that we raised in such offering, expenses of $100,000 and we issued to which we agreed to issue to the investor in the March 2020 Private Placement a senior secured convertible instrument in the principal amount of $2,040,000 and a warrantMaxim warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 100,000 shares of our common stock. Common Stock (the “Underwriters’ Warrants”). The Underwriters’ Warrants are exercisable commencing 180 days following the effective date of the registration statement used in such offering and will terminate five years following such effective date in compliance with FINRA Rule 5110(f)(2)(G)(i). The Underwriters’ Warrants are exercisable at a price equal to $3.90 per share, or 120% of the combined public offering price per share of Common Stock and accompanying warrants issued and sold in such offering.

Maxim also served as the sole placement agent for us in connection with thea private placement offering of senior secured convertible instrument and warrants in March 2020, Private Placement. In connection with the March 2020 Private Placement,and we entered into a placement agency agreement with Maxim in connection with such offering, pursuant to which we paid Maxim a fee of $136,000 and agreed to issueissued to Maxim a warrant to purchase up to an aggregate of 20,400 shares (subject to adjustment) of Common Stock (the “Placement Agent Warrant”) at an exercise price of $6.40 per share, which Placement Agent Warrantshare. Such warrant issued to Maxim is exercisable at any time on or after September 19, 2020the 180th day immediately following the effectiveness of the offering and will expire on the fifth (5th) anniversary of its date of issuance, is subject to 4.99%/9.99% beneficial ownership limitations, and may be exercised on a cashless basis in the event that the shares of our common stockCommon Stock underlying the Placement Agent Warrantsuch warrant are not covered by a registration statement. In addition, the Placement Agent Warrantsuch warrant includes a registration rights provision granting Maxim the same registration rights granted to the investor.investor in such March 2020 offering.


On December 30, 2021, we entered into a sales agreement with Maxim (the “December 2021 Sales Agreement”), pursuant to which we would have been able to issue and sell shares of our Common Stock having an aggregate offering price of up to $4,500,000 from time to time through Maxim. Any sales of shares of Common Stock pursuant to the December 2021 Sales Agreement would have been made pursuant to the registration statement, which was (i) initially filed with the SEC on August 23, 2019 (including the prospectus contained therein) and (ii) the base prospectus, dated September 6, 2019 (including the documents incorporated by reference therein). We filed a prospectus supplement, dated December 30, 2021, to the base prospectus with the SEC in connection with the offer and sale of shares of our Common Stock pursuant to the December 2021 Sales Agreement. The Placement Agent Warrant providesDecember 2021 Sales Agreement was terminated on September 13, 2022 in connection with the entry into an equity distribution agreement, dated as of September 13, 2022. No shares of our Common Stock covered by the December 2021 Sales Agreement were sold prior to its termination on September 13, 2022.

Maxim served as the sole placement agent for us in connection with a private placement offering of a senior secured convertible note and a warrant in August 2022, and we entered into a placement agency agreement with Maxim (the “Placement Agency Agreement”) in connection with such offering, pursuant to which we paid Maxim a fee of $240,000 and issued to Maxim a warrant to purchase up to an aggregate of 194,384 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $0.997 per share. Such warrant issued to Maxim is exercisable at any time on or after the six-month anniversary of the closing date of such private placement and will expire on the fifth (5th) anniversary of its date of issuance, is subject to 4.99%/9.99% beneficial ownership limitations, and may be exercised on a cashless basis in the event that Maxim (or permitted assignees under Rule 5110(g)(1)) will not sell, transfer, assign, pledge, or hypothecate the Placement Agent Warrant or the shares of Common Stock underlying such warrant are not covered by a registration statement. In addition, such warrant includes a registration rights provision granting Maxim the Placement Agent Warrant, nor will they engage in any hedging, short sale, derivative, put, or call transaction that would result in the effective economic disposition of the Placement Agent Warrant or the shares of Common Stock underlying the Placement Agent Warrant for a period of 180 days from the initial issuance date of the Placement Agent Warrant.

Pursuantsame registration rights granted to the placement agency agreement,investor in consideration for Maxim acting assuch August 2022 offering. In addition, the placement agent for the March 2020 Private Placement, in addition to the Placement Agent Warrant, weCompany also agreed to pay Maxim a cash fee of $136,000 and(i) grant Maxim a nine-month right of first refusal following the consummation of the March 2020 Private Placementsuch private placement to act as sole book-running manager, sole underwriter or sole placement agent in connection with a subsequent private placement or any other capital raising equity or equity-linked securities using an underwriter or placement agent, and (ii) grant Maxim the same cash fees and warrants with respect to any public or private offering or other financing or capital raising transaction consummated within 12 months of the termination of the Placement Agency Agreement with any investor that was introduced to the Company by us. See “Prospectus Summary—Recent Developments—March 2020 Senior Secured Convertible Promissory Note” for additional details regarding the March 2020 Private Placement. Maxim during such agreement’s term.

 

FromOn September 13, 2022, we and Maxim entered into an equity distribution agreement (the “September 2022 Sales Agreement”) pursuant to which we may issue and sell shares of our common stock having an aggregate offering price of up to $4,000,000 from time to time through Maxim, as sales agent. Any sales of shares of our common stock under the underwriters and/equity distribution agreement will be sold by Maxim by any method permitted by law deemed to be an “at the market offering” as defined in Rule 415(a)(4) promulgated under the Securities Act. We have agreed to pay Maxim a cash commission of up to 3.0% of the gross proceeds from the sale of any shares of our common stock under the equity distribution agreement.

Pursuant to the terms of the Placement Agency Agreement, we have granted to Maxim a right of first refusal as described above. In addition to (and separately from) such ongoing right of first refusal, pursuant to the September 2022 Sales Agreement we have granted to Maxim a right of first refusal to act as sole manager or their respective affiliates have provided,sole placement agent in any and may in theall future provide, various investment banking and other financial services for us for which services it has received and, may in the future receive, customary fees. Exceptprivate or public equity offerings for the services provided in connection with this offering and other than as described below, the underwriters have not provided any investment banking or other financial services during the 180-day period precedingcommencing on the date of this prospectus.the execution of the September 2022 Sales Agreement and ending on the earlier of (i) twelve (12) months from the date of such execution or (ii) ninety (90) days following the effective date of the termination of the September 2022 Sales Agreement.

Transfer Agent and Registrar

The transfer agent and registrar for our common stock is VStock Transfer, LLC, whose address is 18 Lafayette Place, Woodmere, NY 11598 and telephone number is (212) 828-8436.

Listing

Our common stock is traded on Nasdaq under the symbol “WISA.”

Selling Restrictions

 

Notice to Prospective Investors in Canada

This prospectus constitutes an “exempt offering document” as defined in and for the purposes of applicable Canadian. The securities laws. No prospectus has been filed with any securities commission or similar regulatory authoritymay be sold in Canada in connection with the offer and sale of the securities. No securities commissiononly to purchasers purchasing, or similar regulatory authority in Canada has reviewed or in any way passed upon this prospectus or on the merits of the securities and any representation to the contrary is an offense.

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Canadian investors are advised that this prospectus has been prepared in reliance on section 3A.3 of National Instrument 33-105Underwriting Conflicts (“NI 33-105”). Pursuant to section 3A.3 of NI 33-105, this prospectus is exempt from the requirement that the Company and the underwriter(s) provide Canadian investors with certain conflicts of interest disclosure pertaining to “connected issuer” and/or “related issuer” relationships that may exist between the Company and the underwriter(s) as would otherwise be required pursuant to subsection 2.1(1) of NI 33-105.

Resale Restrictions

The offer and sale of the securities in Canada is being made on a private placement basis only and is exempt from the requirement that the Company prepares and files a prospectus under applicable Canadian securities laws. Any resale of securities acquired by a Canadian investor in this offering must be made in accordance with applicable Canadian securities laws, which may vary depending on the relevant jurisdiction, and which may require resales to be made in accordance with Canadian prospectus requirements, pursuant to a statutory exemption from the prospectus requirements, in a transaction exempt from the prospectus requirements or otherwise under a discretionary exemption from the prospectus requirements granted by the applicable local Canadian securities regulatory authority. These resale restrictions may under certain circumstances apply to resales of the securities outside of Canada.

Representations of Purchasers

Each Canadian investor who purchases securities will be deemed to have represented to the Company, the underwriters and to each dealer from whom a purchase confirmation is received, as applicable, that the investor is (i) purchasing as principal, or is deemed to be purchasing, as principal in accordance with applicable Canadian securities laws, for investment only and not with a view to resale or redistribution; (ii) an “accredited investor”that are accredited investors, as such term is defined in section 1.1 of National Instrument 45-106Prospectus Exemptionsor in Ontario,subsection 73.3(1) of the Securities Act (Ontario), and are permitted clients, as such term is defined in section 73.3(1) of theSecurities Act(Ontario); and (iii) is a “permitted client” as such term is defined in section 1.1 of National Instrument 31-10331 103 Registration Requirements, Exemptions and Ongoing Registrant Obligations.

Taxation and Eligibility for Investment

Any discussion of taxation and related matters contained in this prospectus does not purport to be a comprehensive description of all of the tax considerations that may be relevant to a Canadian investor when deciding to purchase the securities and, in particular, does not address any Canadian tax considerations. No representation or warranty is hereby made as to the tax consequences to a resident, or deemed resident, of Canada of an investment in the securities or with respect to the eligibilityresale of the securities for investment by such investor under relevant Canadian federal and provincial legislation and regulations.

Rightsmust be made in accordance with an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the prospectus requirements of Action for Damages or Rescissionapplicable securities laws.

 

Securities legislation in certain provinces or territories of the Canadian jurisdictions provides certain purchasers of securities pursuant to an offering memorandum (such as this prospectus), including where the distribution involves an “eligible foreign security” as such term is defined in Ontario Securities Commission Rule 45-501Ontario Prospectus and Registration Exemptions and in Multilateral Instrument 45-107Listing Representation and Statutory Rights of Action Disclosure Exemptions, as applicable,Canada may provide a purchaser with a remedyremedies for damages or rescission or both, in addition to any other rights they may have at law, where the offering memorandum, or other offering document that constitutes an offering memorandum, anddamages if this prospectus supplement (including any amendment thereto,thereto) contains a “misrepresentation” as defined under applicable Canadian securities laws. Thesemisrepresentation, provided that the remedies for rescission or notice with respect to these remedies, must bedamages are exercised or delivered, as the case may be, by the purchaser within the time limitslimit prescribed under, andby the securities legislation of the purchaser’s province or territory. The purchaser should refer to any applicable provisions of the securities legislation of the purchaser’s province or territory for particulars of these rights or consult with a legal advisor.

Pursuant to section 3A.3 of National Instrument 33 105 Underwriting Conflicts (NI 33 105), the underwriters are subjectnot required to limitations and defenses under, applicable Canadian securities legislation. In addition, these remedies arecomply with the disclosure requirements of NI 33-105 regarding underwriters conflicts of interest in addition to and without derogation from any other right or remedy available at law to the investor.connection with this offering.

 

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Language of DocumentsDISCLOSURE OF COMMISSION POSITION ON INDEMNIFICATION
FOR SECURITIES ACT LIABILITY

 

Upon receipt of this document, each Canadian investor hereby confirms that it has expressly requested that all documents evidencingInsofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act may be permitted to directors, officers or relating in any waypersons controlling the registrant pursuant to the saleforegoing provisions, the registrant has been informed that in the opinion of the securities described herein (including for greater certainty any purchase confirmation or any notice) be drawn upSEC such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the English language only.Par la réception de ce document, chaque investisseur canadien confirme par les présentes qu’il a expressément exigé que tous les documents faisant foi ou se rapportant de quelque manière que ce soit à la vente des valeurs mobilières décrites aux présentes (incluant, pour plus de certitude, toute confirmation d’achat ou tout avis) soient rédigés en anglais seulement.

Offers Outside the United States

Other than in the United States, no action has been taken by us or the underwriters that would permit a public offering of the securities offered by this prospectus in any jurisdiction where action for that purposeSecurities Act and is, required. The securities offered by this prospectus may not be offered or sold, directly or indirectly, nor may this prospectus or any other offering material or advertisements in connection with the offer and sale of any such securities be distributed or published in any jurisdiction, except under circumstances that will result in compliance with the applicable rules and regulations of that jurisdiction. Persons into whose possession this prospectus comes are advised to inform themselves about and to observe any restrictions relating to the offering and the distribution of this prospectus. This prospectus does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities offered by this prospectus in any jurisdiction in which such an offer or a solicitation is unlawful.

therefore, unenforceable

LEGAL MATTERS

 

The validity of the issuance of the securities offered hereby will be passed upon for us by Sullivan &Worcester LLP of New York, New York will pass upon the validity of the securities offered hereby. Maxim Group LLC is being represented by Gracin & Marlow,York. Blank Rome LLP, New York, New York, is acting as counsel for the placement agent in connection with thecertain legal matters related to this offering.

 

EXPERTS

 

The consolidated financial statements of WiSA Technologies, Inc. (formerly Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc.) as of December 31, 20192021 and 20182020 and for each of the two years in the period ended December 31, 20192021, incorporated in this prospectus by reference to the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 20192021, have been so incorporated in reliance on the report (which contains an explanatory paragraph relating to the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern as described in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements) of BPM LLP, an independent registered public accounting firm, given on the authority of said firm as experts in auditing and accounting.

 

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WHERE YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION

 

We have filed with the SECThis prospectus constitutes a part of a registration statement on Form S-1 filed under the Securities Act with respect toAct. As permitted by the shares of our Common Stock, Pre-Funded Warrants and Warrants being offered bySEC’s rules, this prospectus and any prospectus supplement, which constitutesform a part of the registration statement. This prospectus, which constitutes part of the registration statement, doesdo not contain all of the information that is included in the registration statement. You will find additional information about us in the registration statement and its exhibits. For further information with respect to us and the shares of our Common Stock, Pre-Funded Warrants and Warrants offered by this prospectus, we refer you to the registration statement and its exhibits. Statements containedAny statements made in this prospectus as to the contents of any contract or any other document referred toprospectus supplement concerning legal documents are not necessarily complete and in each instance, we refer you toshould read the copy of the contract or other documentdocuments that are filed as an exhibitexhibits to the registration statement.statement or otherwise filed with the SEC for a more complete understanding of the document or matter.

 

You can read our electronic SEC filings, including such registration statement, on the internet at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. We are subject to the information reporting requirements of the Exchange Act, and we file reports, proxy statements and other information with the SEC. You can read our SEC filings, including the registration statement, over the internetThese reports, proxy statements and other information will be available at the SEC’s website atwww.sec.gov.of the SEC referred to above. We also maintain a website at www.summitwireless.comwww.wisatechnologies.com, at which you may access these materials free of charge as soon as reasonably practicable after they are electronically filed with, or furnished to, the SEC. However, the information contained in or accessible through our website is not part of this prospectus or the registration statement of which this prospectus forms a part, and investors should not rely on such information in making a decision to purchase our Common Stocksecurities in this offering.

 


INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE

 

We incorporatedincorporate by reference the filed documents listed below (excluding those portions of any Current Report on Form 8-K that are not deemed “filed” pursuant to the General Instructions of Form 8-K), except as superseded, supplemented or modified by this prospectus or any subsequently filed document incorporated by reference herein as described below:

 

 

ourAnnual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019,2021, filed with the SEC on March 25, 2020;

11, 2022;

 

our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarters ended March 31, 2022 and June 30, 2022, filed with the SEC on May 11, 2022 and August 15, 2022, respectively;

portions of our Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A, for our special meeting of stockholders held on March 31, 2020, filed with the SEC on June 23, 2022, that are incorporated by reference into Part III of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, filed with the SEC on March 9, 2020;11, 2022;

 

our Current Reports on Forms 8-K filed with the SEC on March 11 (other than as indicated therein), 2022, June 24, 2022, August 19, 2022, August 23, 2022, August 26, 2022, August 31, 2022, September 6, 2022 and September 13, 2022; and

 the description of our Current Reports on Form 8-K filed with the SEC onFebruary 12, 2020,March 3, 2020,March 26, 2020, April 3, 2020 and April 8, 2020; and

Common Stock contained in (i) our registration statement on Form 8-A, filed with the SEC onJuly 25, 2018 under Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act, including any amendments or reports filed for the purpose of updating such description and (ii) Exhibit 4.14—Description of Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, to our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, filed with the SEC on March 11, 2022.

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We also incorporate by reference ininto this prospectus any future filingsadditional documents we makemay file with the SEC under Sections 13(a), 13(c), 14 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act (excluding any information furnished and not filed with the SEC) after the dateAct: (i) on which the registration statement that includes this prospectus was initially filed with the SEC (including all such documents we may file with the SECor after the date of the initial filing of the registration statement of which this prospectus is a part and prior to the effectiveness of the registration statement)statement, and until all offerings under(ii) on or after the date of this prospectus are terminated.

but before the completion or termination of this offering (excluding any information not deemed “filed” with the SEC). Any statement contained in a previously filed document incorporated by reference herein shall beis deemed to be modified or superseded for all purposes of this prospectus to the extent that a statement contained in this prospectus or in any othera subsequently filed document whichincorporated by reference herein modifies or supersedes the statement, and any statement contained in this prospectus is also incorporated or deemed to be modified or superseded for purposes of this prospectus to the extent that a statement contained in a subsequently filed document incorporated by reference herein modifies or supersedes suchthe statement. Any statement so modified or superseded shall not be deemed, except as so modified or superseded,

We will provide, without charge, to constitute a part of this prospectus. You may requesteach person to whom a copy of these filings (other than an exhibit tothis prospectus is delivered, including any beneficial owner, upon the written or oral request of such person, a filing unless that exhibit is specificallycopy of any or all of the documents incorporated by reference into that filing) at no cost by writing, telephoning or e-mailing us at the following address, telephone number or e-mail address:herein, but not delivered with such prospectus. Requests should be directed to:

 

Summit WirelessWiSA Technologies, Inc.

6840 Via Del Oro, Ste. 28015268 NW Greenbrier Pkwy

San Jose, CA 95119Beaverton, OR 97006

(408) 627-4716

info@summitwireless.cominfo@wisatechnologies.com

 

Copies of these filings are also available through the “Investor Relations” section ofon our website at www.summitwireless.com.www.wisatechnologies.com. For other ways to obtain a copy of these filings, please refer to “Where You Can Find More Information” above.

 

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Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc.

1,226,415           Shares of Common Stock

Common Warrants to Purchase up to            1,226,415 Shares of Common Stock

Pre-funded WarrantsUp to Purchase            Shares of Common Stock

Shares of Common Stock Underlying the Pre-funded underlying Warrants

 


WISA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

 

ProspectusPROSPECTUS

  

Maxim Group LLC

 

Through and including,              2020 (25 days after theThe date of this prospectus)prospectus is            , all dealers that effect transactions in our securities, whether or not participating in this offering, may be required to deliver a prospectus. This is in addition to the dealer’s obligation to deliver a prospectus when acting as an underwriter and with respect to unsold allotments or subscriptions.2022

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PART II

INFORMATION NOT REQUIRED IN THE PROSPECTUS

 

Item 13. Other Expenses of Issuance and DistributionDistribution.

 

The following table sets forth an estimate of the costsfees and expenses other thanrelating to the underwriting discounts and commissions, payable in connection with the saleissuance and distribution of the securities being registered.registered hereby, all of which shall be borne by the registrant. All amounts are estimatedof such fees and expenses, except for the SEC registration fee and the FINRA filing fee. Except as otherwise noted, all the expenses below will be paid by us.fee, are estimated:

 

SEC registration fee$*
FINRA filing fee$*
Transfer agent and registrar fees and expenses$*
Legal fees and expenses$*
Printing fees and expenses$*
Accounting fees and expenses$*
Miscellaneous fees and expenses$*
Total$*

SEC registration fee $1,991.13 
FINRA filing fee $2,311.25 
Legal fees and expenses $200,000.00 
Accounting fees and expenses $60,000.00 
Printing and engraving expenses $12,000.00 
Transfer agent and registrar fees and expenses $1,500.00 
Miscellaneous fees and expenses $2,500.00 
Total $280,302.38 

* To be filed by amendment

 

Item 14. Indemnification of Directors and OfficersOfficers.

 

Section 145 of the DGCL (“Section 145”)General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware provides that a Delaware corporation may indemnify any person who was, is or is threatened to be made, party to any threatened, pending or completed action, suit or proceeding, whether civil, criminal, administrative or investigative (other than an action by or in the right of such corporation), by reason of the fact that such person is or was an officer, director, employee or agent of such corporation or is or was serving at the request of such corporation as a director, officer, employee or agent of another corporation or enterprise. The indemnity may include expenses (including attorneys’ fees), judgments, fines and amounts paid in settlement actually and reasonably incurred by such person in connection with such action, suit or proceeding, provided such person acted in good faith and in a manner he reasonably believed to be in or not opposed to the corporation’s best interests and, with respect to any criminal action or proceeding, had no reasonable cause to believe that his or her conduct was illegal. A Delaware corporation may indemnify any persons who are, were or are a party to any threatened, pending or completed action or suit by or in the right of the corporation by reason of the fact that such person is or was a director, officer, employee or agent of another corporation or enterprise. The indemnity may include expenses (including attorneys’ fees) actually and reasonably incurred by such person in connection with the defense or settlement of such action or suit, provided such person acted in good faith and in a manner he reasonably believed to be in or not opposed to the corporation’s best interests, provided that no indemnification is permitted without judicial approval if the officer, director, employee or agent is adjudged to be liable to the corporation. Where an officer or director is successful on the merits or otherwise in the defense of any action referred to above, the corporation must indemnify him against the expenses which such officer or director has actually and reasonably incurred.

 

Section 145 further authorizes a corporation to purchase and maintain insurance on behalf of any person who is or was a director, officer, employee or agent of the corporation or is or was serving at the request of the corporation as a director, officer, employee or agent of another corporation or enterprise, against any liability asserted against him and incurred by him in any such capacity, or arising out of his or her status as such, whether or not the corporation would otherwise have the power to indemnify him under Section 145.

 

Our bylaws provide that we must indemnify our directors and officers to the fullest extent permitted by the DGCL and must also pay expenses incurred in defending any such proceeding in advance of its final disposition upon delivery of an undertaking, by or on behalf of an indemnified person, to repay all amounts so advanced if it should be determined ultimately that such person is not entitled to be indemnified.

 


We have entered into indemnification agreements with certain of our executive officers and directors pursuant to which we have agreed to indemnify such persons against all expenses and liabilities incurred or paid by such person in connection with any proceeding arising from the fact that such person is or was an officer or director of our Company,company, and to advance expenses as incurred by or on behalf of such person in connection therewith.

 

The indemnification rights set forth above shall not be exclusive of any other right which an indemnified person may have or hereafter acquire under any statute, provision of our certificate of incorporation, as amended, our bylaws, agreement, vote of stockholders or disinterested directors or otherwise.

 

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We maintain standard policies of insurance that provide coverage (1) to our directors and officers against loss rising from claims made by reason of breach of duty or other wrongful act and (2) to us with respect to indemnification payments that we may make to such directors and officers.

 

The proposed form of underwriting agreement filed as Exhibit 1.2 to this registration statement will provide for indemnification of our directors and officers by the underwriters party thereto against certain liabilities. See “Item 17. Undertakings” for a description of the SEC’s position regarding such indemnification provisions.

We plan to enter into an underwriting agreement that provides that we are to indemnify the underwriters under certain circumstances and the underwriters are obligated, under certain circumstances, to indemnify our directors, officers and controlling persons against specified liabilities, including liabilities under the Securities Act.

 

Item 15. Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities

 

The following is a summary of all of our securities sold by us within the past three years which were not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”). All share and price per share information in Part II of this registration statement has been adjusted to reflect the Company’s one-for-twenty reverse stock split of its outstanding Common Stock, which became effective for the trading of its Common Stock on April 9, 2020:

 

During February 2016 through October 2016, the Company received total proceeds of $2,880,000 from the issuance of original issue discount convertible notes (“Series C Convertible Notes”) to investors. On February 28, 2018, in connection with the extension of the maturity date of the Series C Convertible Note to August 28, 2018, the Company issued 17 shares of its common stock to a note holder.

Between November 2016 and July 2017, we completed a “best efforts” private offering with a group of accredited investors for the sale of 15% OID Senior Secured Convertible Promissory Notes, as amended (“Series D Convertible Notes”), in the aggregate principal amount of $4,716,992 and warrants to purchase 51,147 shares of common stock, for total net proceeds to us of $4,330,577, after deducting placement agent fees and other expenses. In addition, in connection with such offering, $3,362,588 of other of our promissory notes (including $2,855,000 of Series C Convertible Notes) and related accrued interest were converted to Series D Convertible Notes.

Between May 2017 and October 2017, we completed a “best efforts” private offering with MARCorp Signal, LLC, an accredited investor, for the sale of 15% OID Senior Secured Convertible Promissory Notes, as amended (“Series E Convertible Note”), in the aggregate principal amount of $5,000,000 and warrants to purchase 130,724 shares of common stock, for total net proceeds to us of $4,725,000, after deducting placement agent fees and other expenses. On July 25, 2018, in connection with a settlement agreement between the Company and MARCorp Signal, LLC, the Company issued to such holder a five-year warrant to purchase 24,394 shares of the Company’s common stock in partial consideration for the settlement of certain disputes with respect to the terms of transaction documents entered into between such parties in connection with the issuance of the Series E Convertible Notes.

Between November 2017 and May 25, 2018, we completed a “best efforts” private offering with a group of accredited investors for the sale of 15% Senior Secured Convertible Promissory Notes, as amended (“Series F Convertible Notes”), in the aggregate principal amount of $10,570,000 and warrants to purchase 58,723 shares of common stock, for total net proceeds to us of $9,624,700, after deducting placement agent fees and other expenses. The placement agents for the Series F Convertible Notes offering were issued five-year warrants to purchase 11,495 and 134 shares of common stock, exercisable at $79.20 and $72.00 per share, respectively.

Between April 20, 2018 and June 28, 2018, we completed a “best efforts” private offering with a group of accredited investors for the sale of 15% OID Senior Secured Promissory Notes, as amended (“Series G Notes”), in the aggregate principal amount of $2,250,000, for total net proceeds to us of $2,002,000, after deducting placement agent fees and other expenses. The aggregate principal amount of such notes included $50,000 of expense reimbursements payable by the Company to Mr. Moyer that was converted to a Series G Note. On June 28, 2018, we and the holders of the Series G Notes agreed to extend the maturity date from June 30, 2018 to July 15, 2018 in consideration for increasing the original issue discount from 15% to 20% and the issuance of warrants to purchase an additional 10,418 shares of common stock. On July 20, 2018, the holders of the Series G Notes agreed to further extend the maturity date from July 15, 2018 to July 25, 2018, as well as to provide the holders the right to convert into shares of common stock and providing for mandatory conversion upon the Company’s IPO. In consideration for extending the maturity date and agreeing to convert the Series G Notes upon an IPO, the holders were granted warrants to purchase an additional 31,250 shares of common stock. The placement agent for the Series G Notes offering was issued five-year warrants to purchase 764 and 2,181 shares of common stock, exercisable at a $66.00 and $99.00 per share, respectively.

In connection with the termination of the Company’s Carve-Out Plan (the “Carve-Out Plan”) and the approval of the Company’s 2018 Long-Term Stock Incentive Plan on January 31, 2018, the Company’s board of directors approved the issuance to its employees and directors 64,224 and 7,657 shares of restricted common stock, respectively.

On July 25, 2018, in connection with the Company’s IPO, an aggregate of $28,997,000 of principal under all of the Company’s outstanding convertible notes, and all accrued interest, were automatically converted into a total of 476,358 shares of common stock, at a conversion price of $80.00 for the Series C Convertible Notes, $75.00 for the Series D Convertible Notes, $60.00 for the Series F Convertible Notes, $40.00 for the Series G Notes, and at an average conversion price $78.00 for all other outstanding convertible notes. On July 25, 2018, in connection with the Company’s IPO, holders of 138,130 shares of the Company’s preferred stock were automatically converted into a total of 138,130 shares of common stock at a ratio of 1-to-1.

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On July 26, 2018, the Company issued 2,000 shares of restricted common stock to a consultant pursuant to a consulting agreement in consideration for providing business advisory services to the Company for a period of two months.

On August 7, 2018, the Company issued a three-year warrant to purchase 2,500 shares of common stock at a per share price of $60.00 to a consultant pursuant to a consulting agreement in consideration for providing business advisory services to the Company for a period of three months.

On August 27, 2018, the Company issued 458 shares of restricted common stock to a consultant pursuant to a website development agreement in partial consideration for providing website development services to the Company in early 2018.

On September 25, 2018, the Company issued 1,000 shares of restricted common stock to a consultant pursuant to a media advertising agreement in partial consideration for providing certain media agent services to the Company for a period of 180 days.

On September 25, 2018, the Company issued 1,250 shares of restricted common stock to a consultant pursuant to a consulting agreement in consideration for providing certain consulting services to the Company for a period of one year.

On October 30, 2018, the Company issued a five-year warrant to purchase 2,000 shares of common stock at a per share price of $99.00 to a consultant pursuant to a consulting agreement in consideration for providing investor and media agent services to the Company for a period of one year.

Pursuant to an agreement with Michael Howse, dated April 6, 2018, as amended effective as of December 27, 2018 (the “Howse Agreement”), in consideration for him serving as our interim chief strategy officer and as a member of our board of directors, the Company issued Mr. Howse (i) a warrant to purchase 5,500 shares of common stock, exercisable at a per share price of $40.00, which is currently fully vested and (ii) a warrant to purchase 8,250 shares of common stock, exercisable at a per share price of $40.000, which shall vest, so long as Mr. Howse continues to serve as interim chief strategy officer and/or as a member of our board of directors, (x) as to 5,500 shares of common stock upon the achievement of a significant milestone and (y) as to 2,750 shares of common stock upon the achievement of an additional significant milestone. The foregoing exercise prices are subject to adjustment as provided in each warrant, including without limitation, certain anti-dilution rights. Pursuant to the Howse Agreement, such warrants shall fully vest on the earlier of (1) immediately prior to a Fundamental Transaction, as defined in such agreement, (2) Mr. Howse’s removal from our board of directors for any reason other than his resignation, his intentional illegal conduct or gross misconduct, or his conviction for any felony, theft, embezzlement or violent crime.

In connection with the Howse Agreement, the Company also granted Mr. Howse up to 20,000 deferred shares under the LTIP (the “Deferred Shares”) pursuant to a Deferred Shares Agreement, entered into as January 4, 2019. Pursuant to such agreement, if a Fundamental Transaction (as defined in the Howse Agreement) has not occurred within 180 days of the earlier of the date on which Mr. Howse no longer serves (i) as the Company’s interim chief strategy officer or (ii) on the Company’s board of directors, all of the Deferred Shares shall be forfeited and Mr. Howse will have no further rights to such shares. Pursuant to such agreement, the Deferred Shares shall vest immediately prior to a Fundamental Transaction, and the number of Deferred Shares that shall vest is based on the Consideration (as defined in the Howse Agreement) paid for the Company in such transaction, which number of Deferred Shares that shall vest to double in the event that the Company does not incur General Expenses (as defined in the Howse Agreement).

Pursuant to a Securities Purchase Agreement, dated April 18, 2019 (the “Purchase Agreement”), the Company offered up to twelvetranches (each, a “Tranche”), (i) up to 1,250,000 shares of Series A 8% Senior Convertible Preferred Stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Preferred Stock”), with a stated value of $80.00 (the “Stated Value”), for an aggregate purchase price of up to $5,000,000, and (ii) in each Tranche, warrants (the “Warrants”) to purchase up to an aggregate of such number of shares of common stock determined by dividing the Stated Value of the Preferred Stock for such Tranche by the closing price of such common stock quoted on the Trading Market (as defined in the certificate of designations of the preferences, rights and limitations of the Preferred Stock (the “Certificate”)) on the Trading Day (as defined in the Certificate) prior to the closing of such Tranche, multiplied by fifty percent (50%). In connection with the initial Tranche, the Company issued to a significant stockholder of the Company, 250,000 shares of Series A Preferred Stock and a warrant to purchase 12,756 shares of our common stock in consideration for $1,000,000, and the Company also issued to Alexander Capital, L.P., the placement agent in connection with such offering, a warrant to purchase 2,041 shares of common stock.

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Pursuant to the Certificate, the shares of Preferred Stock are convertible by the holders at any time, in whole or in part, by multiplying such shares by the ratio of the stated value by the conversion price of such shares, which is initially fixed at a price of $80.00 per share (the “Fixed Conversion Price”), which price cannot be reduced below of $30.00, and is subject to adjustment under the Certificate upon certain subsequent transactions and events described therein. In the event that the closing price of our common stock on a Trading Day as quoted on the Trading Market is less than the Fixed Conversion Price (subject to adjustment for reverse and forward stock splits and the like), the Fixed Conversion Price shall be reduced to equal 95% of the average of the lowest VWAP (as defined in the Certificate) out of the prior 10 consecutive Trading Days prior to the date on which the holder of Preferred Stock delivers a notice of conversion to the Company to convert such holder’s Preferred Stock.

The Preferred Stock is subject to customary adjustments for any share dividend, share split, share combination, reclassification or similar transaction. Dividends are payable in cash or in kind to the holders of Preferred Stock at a rate of 8% per annum, payable upon conversion of the Preferred Stock. In addition, upon a Triggering Event (as defined in the Certificate), which includes any default by the Company in the payment of amounts owed to a holder on the Preferred Stock and other customary events of default under the Certificate, each holder of Preferred Stock has the right to require the Company to redeem each share of Preferred Stock held by such Holder for a redemption price equal to 120% of the Stated Value and all accrued but unpaid dividends on such shares in addition to the payment of all liquidated damages and other costs, expenses or amounts due in respect of the Preferred Stock.

The Warrants issued by the Company pursuant to the Purchase Agreement will represent 50% warrant coverage of the shares of Preferred Stock issued pursuant to each Tranche. The Warrants are immediately exercisable, have a five-year life and have an exercise price equal to the closing price of our common stock on the Trading Day prior to a Closing (as defined in the Purchase Agreement), plus $0.40. The Warrant issued to Alexander Capital, L.P. in connection with the Purchase Agreement is exercisable for 110% of the exercise price of the Warrants issued to investors pursuant to the Purchase Agreement. The Warrants are subject to 4.99/9.99% blockers and subject to adjustment for stock dividends and splits.

Pursuant to the Purchase Agreement, (A) holders of the Preferred Stock have the right to require the Company to register the Preferred Stock and the shares of our common stock underlying the Preferred Stock and Warrants within 180 days of the Closing Date (as defined in the Purchase Agreement) on which purchasers have committed to purchase an aggregate of amount of Preferred Stock with an aggregate Stated Value equal to or exceeding $1,000,000; and (B) so long as (i) purchasers hold shares of Preferred Stock with an aggregate Stated Value equal to or exceeding $250,000, holders of Preferred Stock have a right of first refusal with respect to a Subsequent Financing (as defined in the Purchase Agreement) effected by the Company, and (ii) purchasers hold shares of Preferred Stock with an aggregate Stated Value equal to or exceeding $500,000 and a Subsequent Financing occurs, such holders have a right to tender such shares for the securities offered pursuant to such Subsequent Financing. Pursuant to the Certificate, the Purchase Agreement, and the Warrants, unless the Company obtains stockholder approval pursuant to the rules and regulations of Nasdaq. The Company cannot issue shares of common stock upon conversion of the Preferred Stock or exercise of the Warrant, as applicable, in the event that such issuance exceeds 19.99% of the issued and outstanding shares of common stock as of April 18, 2019.Equity Grant

 

On November 21, 2019, as a material inducement to George Oliva’s acceptance of employment as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, the Company issued Mr. Oliva 7,500 shares of restricted stock of the Company (the “Stock Award”). The Stock Award wasapproved by the compensation committee of the Company’s board of directors and such shares were issued in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4) outside of the LTIP. Pursuant to an amended and restated offer letter, dated October 4, 2019, such shares will vest equally over a period of four years, with the first tranche to vest on September 1, 2020, and in the event that Mr. Oliva is (i) terminated without cause within one year of a change in control of the Company (defined as over a 50% change in ownership of the Company) or (ii) his role is diminished as a result of such change in control, all incentive equity compensation granted to him will fully accelerate and vest. The Stock Award was issued in reliance on the exemption from registration pursuant to Rule 701 under the Securities Act.

 

On May 30, 2019 the Company issued 563 fully vested shares of restricted common stock to a consultant pursuant to an investor relations consulting agreement, in partial consideration for providing certain investor relations and financial media relations services to the Company for six months.

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On May 30, 2019, the Company issued 264 fully vested shares of restricted common stock to a consultant pursuant to a consulting agreement in partial consideration for providing certain marketing services to WiSA, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and one of the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiaries, for an initial term of six months.

On May 30, 2019, the Company issued 1,500 fully vested shares of restricted common stock to a consultant pursuant to a consulting agreement, as amended, in partial consideration for providing certain investor relations services to the Company for a period of six months.

On June 26, 2019, the Company issued 5,000 shares of restricted common stock to a consultant pursuant to a consulting agreement in consideration for providing certain business advisory services to the Company in connection with its Public Offering.

On July 9, 2019, the Company granted a five-year warrant to purchase up to 2,000 shares of common stock to a consultant pursuant to a consulting agreement, in consideration for providing certain investor relations services. The warrant has an exercise price of $24.80 per share and are fully exercisable.

On August 14, 2019, the Company granted a five-year warrant to purchase up to 2,500 shares of common stock to a consultant pursuant to a consulting agreement, in consideration for providing certain financial media relations services. The warrant has an exercise price of $26.20 per share and are fully exercisable.Warrants

 

Between September 25, 2019 and October 8, 2019, the Company and certain holders (each a “Holder” and collectively, the “Holders”) of the Company’s common stock purchase warrants, with exercise prices between $60.00 and $108.00 (collectively, the “Original Warrants”), including the Company’s Series D common stock purchase warrants, Series F common stock purchase warrants (the “Series F Warrants”) and Series G common stock purchase warrants (the “Series G Warrants”), entered into Warrant Amendment and Exercise Agreements (the “Warrant Amendment Agreements”), pursuant to which the Company agreed to reduce the exercise price of each Original Warrant to $16.00 (the “Reduced Exercise Price”), and for each Original Warrant exercised by a Holder at the Reduced Exercise Price, the Company agreed to reduce the exercise price of Original Warrants to purchase up to an equivalent number of shares of Common Stock (the “Amended Warrants”) to $15.80 (the “Amended Exercise Price”). The Company entered into Warrant Amendment Agreements with 32 Holders, under which Original Warrants were exercised for a total of 56,420 shares of Common Stock and the Company received gross proceeds of $903,000. Remaining Original Warrants for 69,071 shares of Common Stock had their exercise price adjusted to the Amended Exercise Price of $15.80.

 

Additionally, pursuant to the Warrant Amendment Agreements, the Company agreed to prepare and file with the SEC, as soon as practicable, but in no event later than November 4, 2019 (as extended by the Settlement Agreements (as defined below) to November 18, 2019), a registration statement on Form S-3 to register all shares of Common Stock received by the Holders upon exercise of any Warrant (as defined in the Warrant Amendment Agreements) and all shares of Common Stock underlying the Original Warrants (as defined in the Warrant Amendment Agreements) (such issued and underlying shares, the “Resale Shares”).

 


November 2019 Settlement Agreements

From November 3, 2019 to November 6, 2019, the Company entered into settlement agreements (each a “Settlement Agreement” and collectively, the “Settlement Agreements”) with each of the Holders (other than the Medalist Funds, whose Settlement Agreement is described below) pursuant to which the Company agreed to issue such Holders an aggregate of 7,648 additional shares of common stock, with such shares meant to compensate such Holders for the difference between the Amended Exercise Price and the lower priced shares that were offered to investors in connection with the Company’s earlier registered direct offering of an aggregate of 125,000 shares of Common Stock, priced at $14.00 per share, that the Company closed on October 16, 2019 (the “Registered Direct Offering”). In addition, pursuant to the Settlement Agreements, the Company and the Holders agreed to extend the date by which the Company would file a registration statement on Form S-3 to register all of the Resale Shares from November 4, 2019 to November 18, 2019.

 

January 2020 Funding Agreement

On January 23, 2020, we entered into a funding agreement, as amended (the “Funding Agreement”), which provided for the issuance to an unaffiliated accredited investor of a convertible promissory note in the principal amount of $111,100, reflecting a 10% original issue discount, 500 shares of our Common Stock and a five-year warrant exercisable for 7,936 shares of our Common Stock at an exercise price of $9.80 per share in consideration for $100,000, which was funded on January 24, 2020. Additionally, pursuant to the Funding Agreement, such investor was granted a most favored nation right. As of the date of this prospectus, the outstanding debt owed to such investor pursuant to the Funding Agreement has been fully repaid.

February 2020 Private Placement

 

On February 28, 2020, the Company completed a private placement (the “February 2020 Private Placement”) of $835,000 of units (the “Units”), each consisting of (i) one (1) share of Common Stock and (ii) a warrant to purchase 0.50 of a share of Common Stock (the “February 2020 Warrants”), at a price per Unit of $9.17. The Units were issued pursuant to a Unit Purchase Agreement, dated February 4, 2020, and a subscription agreement, dated February 28, 2020 by and among the Company and the purchasers signatory thereto. The February 2020 Private Placement, which was priced above market, resulted in gross proceeds of $835,000 before fees and other expenses associated with the transaction. The proceeds of such offering are beingwere used primarily toward increasing stockholders’ equity in order to comply with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b) and for general corporate purposes. The February 2020 Warrants are exercisable to purchase up to an aggregate of 45,320 shares of Common Stock commencing on the date of issuance at an exercise price of $9.80 per share, subject to adjustment upon stock splits, reverse stock splits, and similar capital changes. The February 2020 Warrants are exercisable immediately and will expire on the close of business on February 28, 2025. The exercise of the February 2020 Warrants are subject to beneficial ownership limitations such that each holder of such February 2020 Warrant may exercise it to the extent that such exercise would result in such holder being the beneficial owner in excess of 4.99% (or, upon election of such holder, 9.99%), which beneficial ownership limitation may be increased or decreased up to 9.99% upon notice to the Company, provided that any increase in such limitation will not be effective until 61 days following notice to the Company.

March 2020 Private Placement

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On March 30, 2020, the Company completed a private placement (the “March 2020 Private Placement”) of a senior secured convertible instrument (the “March 2020 Note”) and a warrant (the “March 2020 Warrant”) to purchase 227,679 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $6.40 per share. The March 2020 Note and March 2020 Warrant were issued pursuant to a securities purchase agreement (the “March 2020 Purchase Agreement”), entered into as of March 22, 2020, by and between the Company and an institutional investor (the “Investor”). The March 2020 Private Placement resulted in gross proceeds of $1,700,000, before fees and other expenses associated with the transaction, including but not limited to, an $85,000 commitment fee payable to the Investor. The net proceeds to be received by the Company in connection with the March 2020 Private Placement will bewere used primarily for working capital, debt repayment and general corporate purposes. Additionally, the Company agreed to issue to Maxim Group LLC, the placement agent for the March 2020 Private Placement, a warrant to purchase up to an aggregate of 20,400 shares of Common Stock, subject to adjustment, as partial consideration for serving as placement agent in connection with the March 2020 Private Placement.

 


June 8 2020 Offering

On June 8, 2020, the Company closed a registered direct offering (the “June 8 2020 Offering”) for gross proceeds of approximately $5.8 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses of (i) an aggregate of 2,275,000 shares of Common Stock and (ii) the June 8 Warrants, with a term of 5.5 years, which are exercisable for an aggregate of up to 2,275,000 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $2.55 per share, subject to customary adjustments thereunder. The net proceeds from the June 8 2020 Offering were used for working capital, capital expenditures, product development, and other general corporate purposes. The June 8 2020 Offering was conducted pursuant to a securities purchase agreement, dated June 4, 2020, by and among us and certain selling stockholders, as well as a placement agency agreement, dated June 4, 2020, between us and Maxim Group LLC, the placement agent for such offering.

June 11 2020 Offering

On June 11, 2020, the Company closed a registered direct offering (the “June 11 2020 Offering”) for gross proceeds of approximately $5.3 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses of (i) an aggregate of 2,040,000 shares of Common Stock and (ii) the June 11 Warrants, with a term of 5.5 years, which are exercisable for an aggregate of up to 2,040,000 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $2.61 per share, subject to customary adjustments thereunder. The net proceeds from the June 11 2020 Offering were used for working capital, capital expenditures, product development, and other general corporate purposes. The June 11 2020 Offering was conducted pursuant to a securities purchase agreement, dated June 9, 2020, by and among us and each of the Selling Stockholders, as well as a placement agency agreement, dated June 9, 2020, between us and Maxim Group LLC, the placement agent for such offering.

July 2020 Equity Grants

On July 27, 2020, the Company granted an aggregate of 237,824 restricted stock units (“RSUs”) under the 2020 Stock Incentive Plan (collectively the “2020 RSU Grants”) to the following executives officers of the Company: (i) to Brett Moyer, the Company’s President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board, 145,000 RSUs; (ii) to George Oliva, the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, 61,824 RSUs; and (iii) to Gary Williams, the Company’s Chief Accounting Officer and VP of Finance, 31,000 RSUs. Each of the 2020 RSU Grants are or were scheduled to vest on the first, second, and third anniversaries of August 15, 2020, so long as such executive officer remains in service of the Company on each such anniversary. Each RSU represents the right to receive one share of Common Stock under the 2020 Stock Incentive Plan. The 2020 RSU Grants were issued in reliance on the exemption from registration pursuant to Rule 701 under the Securities Act.

October 2020 Restricted Share Issuance

On October 5, 2020, we entered into an agreement with a third party platform provider pursuant to which such provider agreed to host certain of our company information, including our presentations, on its platform. In partial consideration for such services, upon entering into such agreement, we issued 25,000 restricted shares of Common Stock to such provider.

November 9, 2020 Settlement Agreements

On November 9, 2020, in order to resolve a dispute between the Unit holders and the Company regarding certain registration rights in connection with the Unit Purchase Agreements, we entered into that certain Settlement and Release Agreement (the “Unit Settlement Agreements”) with each Unit holder, pursuant to which (i) we and the Unit holders agreed to amend the February 2020 Warrants to provide for the purchase of one additional share of Common Stock for each share of Common Stock available under the February 2020 Warrants, (ii) we and the Unit holders agreed to amend the February 2020 Warrants to reduce the exercise price to $2.55 (the “Amended Warrants”), and (iii) we agreed to issue an additional 236,375 shares of Common Stock and common stock purchase warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 236,369 shares of Common Stock (the “New Unit Warrants”). As consideration for the foregoing, the Unit holders agreed to release any and all claims they may have against us, including, but not limited to, claims arising in connection with any shares of Common Stock, February 2020 Warrants, and Amended Warrants held by the Unit holders.

January 18, 2021 Inducement Agreements

On January 18, 2021, the Company entered into letter agreements (the “January 18 Inducement Agreements”) with holders of common stock purchase warrants previously issued by the Company to the holders pursuant to two private placements conducted concurrently with registered direct public offerings of the Company’s securities that closed on June 8, 2020 and June 11, 2020, respectively (collectively, the “January 18 Original Warrants”).

Pursuant to the January 18 Inducement Agreements, as an inducement and in consideration for a holder’s exercise of the January 18 Original Warrants for some or all of the shares of Common Stock available thereunder, the Company agreed to deliver to each such holder new common stock purchase warrants (the “January 18 New Warrants”) to purchase a number of shares of Common Stock equal to 25% of the number of shares of Common Stock issued to such holder in connection with its exercise of its January 18 Original Warrants. The January 18 New Warrants were immediately exercisable upon issuance at an exercise price of $4.20 per share, which is greater than the closing price of the Common Stock of $4.16 on Nasdaq on January 15, 2021, have an expiration date of January 19, 2026 and are exercisable on a cashless basis if the January 18 New Warrant shares have not been registered by the Company on a registration statement on or before 6 months after the date of issuance and there is no currently effective registration statement covering the January 18 New Warrants at the time of exercise. Pursuant to the January 18 Inducement Agreements, the holders agreed to exercise January 18 Original Warrants for an aggregate of 1,095,000 shares of Common Stock resulting in gross proceeds to the Company of $2,824,050, and the holders received January 18 New Warrants exercisable for an aggregate of up to 273,750 shares of Common Stock.

Maxim Group LLC provided services as the exclusive solicitation agent, pursuant to the terms of an engagement letter, dated January 15, 2021 (the “Solicitation Agreement”). Pursuant to the Solicitation Agreement, the Company agreed to pay Maxim Group LLC a cash fee equal to $197,684, which is equal to 7% of the total net proceeds received from the exercise of the January 18 Original Warrants. In addition, pursuant to the Solicitation Agreement, the Company granted Maxim Group LLC a right of first refusal, for a period of 280 days from the date the January 18 Original Warrants were exercised, to act as lead manager or lead placement agent in any and all future private or public equity offerings conducted by the Company.


January 19, 2021 Inducement Agreements

On January 19, 2021, the Company entered into letter agreements (the “January 19 Inducement Agreements”) with holders of common stock purchase warrants (collectively, the “January 19 Original Warrants”) previously issued by the Company to the holders pursuant to (i) a private placement in February 2020 and (ii) settlement agreements and releases, each dated November 9, 2020.

Pursuant to the January 19 Inducement Agreements, as an inducement and in consideration for a holder’s exercise of the January 19 Original Warrants for some or all of the shares of Common Stock available thereunder, the Company has agreed to deliver to each such holder new common stock purchase warrants (the “January 19 New Warrants”) to purchase a number of shares of Common Stock equal to 25% of the number of shares of Common Stock issued to such holder in connection with its exercise of its January 19 Original Warrants. The January 19 New Warrants were immediately exercisable upon issuance at an exercise price of $4.20 per share, which is greater than the closing price of the Common Stock of $4.16 on Nasdaq on January 15, 2021, have an expiration date of January 20, 2026 and are exercisable on a cashless basis if the January 19 New Warrant shares have not been registered by the Company on a registration statement on or before 6 months after the date of issuance and there is no currently effective registration statement covering the January 19 New Warrants at the time of exercise. Pursuant to the January 19 Inducement Agreements, the holders agreed to exercise January 19 Original Warrants for an aggregate of 118,048 shares of Common Stock resulting in approximate gross proceeds to the Company of $301,022, and the holders received January 19 New Warrants exercisable for an aggregate of up to 29,512 shares of Common Stock.

June 2021 Exchange Agreement

The Company previously entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of April 18, 2019, with an existing shareholder (the “Shareholder”), pursuant to which the Company issued 250,000 shares of our Series A 8% Convertible Preferred Stock (the “Original Securities”), par value $0.0001 per share.

On June 4, 2021, the Company and the Shareholder entered into that certain Exchange Agreement (the “Exchange Agreement”) pursuant to which the Company exchanged with the Shareholder the Original Securities held by the Shareholder in exchange for: (i) 250,000 shares of Common Stock; and (ii) warrants (the “June 2021Warrants”) to purchase up to 187,500 shares of Common Stock.

The June 2021 Warrants were exercisable beginning on June 4, 2021 and will be exercisable for a period of five (5) years and four (4) months thereafter. The exercise price with respect to the June 2021 Warrants is $3.00 per share (the “Exercise Price”). The Exercise Price and the number of shares of Common Stock issuable upon exercise of the Warrants are subject to adjustment upon certain events, such as stock splits, combinations, dividends, distributions, reclassifications, mergers or other corporate change and dilutive issuances. The issuance of the Exchange Securities was made in reliance upon an exemption from registration pursuant to Section 3(a)(9) of the Securities Act.

June 2021 Inducement Agreements

On June 7, 2021, the Company entered into letter agreements (the “June 2021 Inducement Agreements”) with holders of common stock purchase warrants previously issued by the Company to the holders pursuant to two private placements conducted concurrently with registered direct public offerings of the Company’s securities that closed on June 8, 2020 and June 11, 2020, and which were still outstanding and had not been previously exercised (the “June 2021 Existing Warrants”).


Pursuant to the June 2021 Inducement Agreements, as an inducement and in consideration for a holder’s exercise of the June 2021 Existing Warrants for some or all of the shares of Common Stock available thereunder, the Company agreed to deliver to each such holder new common stock purchase warrants (the “June 2021 New Warrants”) to purchase a number of shares of Common Stock equal to 25% of the number of shares of Common Stock issued to such holder in connection with its exercise of its June 2021 Existing Warrants. The June 2021 New Warrants are immediately exercisable upon issuance at an exercise price of $4.46 per share, which is greater than the average closing price of the Common Stock on Nasdaq for the five trading days prior to and including June 7, 2021, have an expiration date of June 8, 2026 and are exercisable on a cashless basis if the shares of Common Stock issuable upon exercise of the June 2021 New Warrants have not been registered by the Company on a registration statement on or before 6 months after the date of issuance and there is no currently effective registration statement covering the June 2021 New Warrants at the time of exercise. Pursuant to the June 2021 Inducement Agreements, holders agreed to exercise June 2021 Existing Warrants for an aggregate of 1,000,000 shares of Common Stock, resulting in gross proceeds to the Company of $2,584,800, and the holders received June 2021 New Warrants exercisable for an aggregate of up to 250,000 shares of Common Stock.

Maxim Group LLC provided services as the exclusive solicitation agent, pursuant to the terms of an engagement letter, dated June 7, 2021 (the “June 2021 Solicitation Agreement”). Pursuant to the June 2021 Solicitation Agreement, the Company agreed to pay Maxim Group LLC a cash fee equal to $180,936, which is equal to 7% of the total net proceeds received from the exercise of the June 2021 Existing Warrants. In addition, pursuant to the June 2021 Solicitation Agreement, the Company granted Maxim Group LLC a right of first refusal, for a period of 280 days from the date June 2021 Existing Warrants are exercised, to act as lead manager or lead placement agent in any and all future private or public equity offerings conducted by the Company.

September 2021 Equity Grants

In connection with the appointment of Eric Almgren as Chief Strategist of the Company, an inducement grant of 310,000 shares (the “inducement shares”), representing 2% of the outstanding shares of the Company on that date, was made to Mr. Almgren on September 13, 2021 outside of the Company’s existing incentive plans. The inducement shares were issued pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act.

December 2021 Warrant Issuances

On December 16, 2021, the Company granted warrants to purchase up to 25,000 shares of Common Stock to a service provider in partial consideration for services rendered. The warrants have a five year life, an exercise price of $1.52 per share and are fully vested.

On December 16, 2021, the Company granted warrants to purchase up to 15,000 shares of Common Stock to a service provider in partial consideration for services rendered. The warrants have a five year life, an exercise price of $1.52 per share and are fully vested.

August 2022 Private Placement

On August 15, 2022, the Company completed a private placement (the “August 2022 Private Placement”) of a senior secured convertible instrument (the “August 2022 Note”) and a warrant (the “August 2022 Warrant”) to purchase 2,097,022 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $0.997 per share. The August 2022 Note and August 2022 Warrant were issued pursuant to a securities purchase agreement, entered into as of August 15, 2022, by and between the Company and an institutional investor (the “August 2022 Investor”). The August 2022 Private Placement resulted in gross proceeds of $3,000,000, before fees and other expenses associated with the transaction, including but not limited to, a $105,000 commitment fee payable to the August 2022 Investor. Additionally, the Company agreed to issue to Maxim Group LLC, the placement agent for the August 2022 Private Placement, in consideration for $100 in cash, a warrant to purchase up to an aggregate of 194,384 shares of Common Stock at an exercise price of $0.997 per share, subject to adjustment.

Effective August 24, 2022, the Company and the August 2022 Investor agreed to amend Section 3.1(b) of the August 2022 Note to provide that the Conversion Price (as defined in the August 2022 Note) could not be lower than $0.50 (the “Floor Price”) until stockholder approval has been obtained, after which stockholder approval the Floor Price may be reduced to no lower than $0.25. The changes were effected by cancellation of the August 2022 Note and the issuance of a replacement senior secured convertible note (the “New Convertible Note”) to the August 2022 Investor. The New Convertible Note contains identical terms as the August 2022 Note, except for the amendment to the Section 3.1(b) of the August 2022 Note.

Unless otherwise stated, the sale and the issuance of the foregoing notes, warrants and shares of Common Stock were offered and sold in reliance upon exemptions from registration pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) and Rule 506 of Regulation D promulgated under the Securities Act (“Regulation D”). We made this determination based on the representations of each investor which included, in pertinent part, that each such investor was either (a) an “accredited investor” within the meaning of Rule 501 of Regulation D or (b) a “qualified institutional buyer” within the meaning of Rule 144A under the Securities Act and upon such further representations from each investor that (i) such investor acquired the securities for his, her or its own account for investment and not for the account of any other person and not with a view to or for distribution, assignment or resale in connection with any distribution within the meaning of the Securities Act, (ii) such investor agreed not to sell or otherwise transfer the purchased securities unless they are registered under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws, or an exemption or exemptions from such registration are available, (iii) such investor had knowledge and experience in financial and business matters such that he, she or it was capable of evaluating the merits and risks of an investment in us, (iv) such investor had access to all of our documents, records, and books pertaining to the investment and was provided the opportunity to ask questions and receive answers regarding the terms and conditions of the offering and to obtain any additional information which we possessed or were able to acquire without unreasonable effort and expense, and (v) such investor had no need for the liquidity in its investment in us and could afford the complete loss of such investment. In addition, there was no general solicitation or advertising for securities issued in reliance upon these exemptions.

 

Item 16. Exhibits and Financial Statement SchedulesExhibits.

The list of exhibits in the Exhibit Index to this registration statement is incorporated herein by reference.


Item 17. Undertakings.

The undersigned registrant hereby undertakes:

 

(a)Exhibits.

Exhibit 
No.
(1)
Descriptionof Exhibit
1.1Form of Placement Agency Agreement by and between the Company and the Placement Agent. (11)
1.2*Form of Underwriting Agreement by and between the Company and Maxim Group LLC.
2.1Certificate of Conversion of Summit Semiconductor, Inc. (2)
2.2Plan of Conversion of Summit Semiconductor, Inc. (2)
3.1(i)Certificate of Incorporation of Summit Semiconductor, Inc. (1)
3.1(ii)Certificate of AmendmentTo file, during any period in which offers or sales are being made, a post-effective amendment to Certificate of Incorporation of Summit Semiconductor, Inc. (3)
3.1(iii)Certificate of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation of Summit Semiconductor, Inc. (4)
3.1(iv)Form of Certificate of Designations of the Preferences, Rights and Limitations of the Series A 8% Senior Convertible Preferred Stock. (10)
3.1(v)Certificate of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation of Summit Semiconductor, Inc. (12)
3.2(i)Bylaws of Summit Semiconductor, Inc. (1)
4.1Form of Common Stock Certificate. (6)
4.2Form of Common Stock Purchase Warrant issued to holders of Series D 15% Original Issue Discount Senior Secured Convertible Promissory Notes. (1)
4.3Form of Amended and Restated Common Stock Purchase Warrant issued to holder of Series E Senior Secured Original Issue Discount Convertible Notes. (6)
4.4Form of Common Stock Purchase Warrant issued to holder of Series E Senior Secured Original Issue Discount Convertible Notes. (6)
4.5Form of Common Stock Purchase Warrant issued to holders of Series F Senior Secured 15% Convertible Notes. (1)
4.6Form of Common Stock Purchase Warrant issued to holders of Series G 15% Original Issue Discount Senior Secured Promissory Notes in June 2018. (1)

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4.7Form of Common Stock Purchase Warrant issued to holders of Series G 20% Original Issue Discount Senior Secured Promissory Notes in July 2018. (2)
4.8Amended and Restated Common Stock Purchase Warrant to purchase shares of Common Stock issued to Michael Howse on December 27, 2018. (6)
4.9Amended and Restated Common Stock Purchase Warrant to purchase shares of Common Stock issued to Michael Howse on December 27, 2018. (6)
4.10Form of Common Stock Purchase Warrant issued to holder of Series A 8% Senior Convertible Preferred Stock. (7)

4.11Form of Pre-Funded Common Stock Purchase Warrant. (8)
4.12Form of Amendment No. 1 to Series F Common Stock Purchase Warrant. (8)
4.13Form of Common Stock Purchase Warrant, dated February 2020. (9)
4.14Description of Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. (10)
4.15Form of Senior Secured Convertible Instrument, dated March 2020. (11)
4.16Form of Common Stock Purchase Warrant, dated March 2020. (11)
4.17Form of Placement Agent Warrant, dated March 2020. (11)
4.18**Form of Common Warrant.
4.19**Form of Warrant Agent Agreement. 
4.20**Form of Underwriters’ Warrant.
4.21*Form of Pre-funded Warrant.
5.1*Opinion of Sullivan & Worcester LLP.
10.1Summit Semiconductor, Inc. 2018 Long-Term Stock Incentive Plan. (1)

10.2Form of Restricted Stock Agreement for Directors under the Summit Semiconductor, Inc. 2018 Long-Term Stock Incentive Plan. (1)

10.3Form of Restricted Stock Agreement for Employees under the Summit Semiconductor, Inc. 2018 Long-Term Stock Incentive Plan. (1)

10.4Form of Indemnity Agreement by and between Summit Semiconductor, Inc., and each of its directors and executive officers. (1)
10.5Employment Agreement between FOCUS Enhancements, Inc. and Brett Moyer, dated August 6, 2002. (1)
10.6First Amendment to Employment Agreement by and between Summit Semiconductor, LLC and Brett Moyer, effective May 2, 2011. (1)
10.7Executive Employment Agreement between FOCUS Enhancements, Inc. and Gary Williams, dated May 28, 2004. (1)
10.8First Amendment to Executive Employment Agreement by and between Summit Semiconductor, LLC and Gary Williams, effective May 2, 2011. (1)
10.9Offer Letter from Summit Semiconductor, Inc. to Michael Howse, dated April 6, 2018. (1)
10.10Amendment to Agreement, effective as of December 27, 2018, between Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc. and Michael Howse. (6)
10.11Deferred Shares Agreement, entered into as of January 4, 2019, between Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc. and Michael Howse. (6)
10.12Lease Agreement by and between Amberglen, LLC and Summit Semiconductor, Inc., dated June 11, 2015, as amended. (1)
10.13First Amendment to Lease Agreement by and between Amberglen, LLC and Summit Semiconductor, Inc., dated July 31, 2018. (6)

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10.14Form of Securities Purchase Agreement between Summit Semiconductor, LLC and the purchasers of Series D 15% Original Issue Discount Senior Secured Convertible Promissory Notes. (1)
10.15Form of Amendment to Series D Transaction Documents. (1)
10.16Form of Securities Purchase Agreement by and among Summit Semiconductor, LLC and the purchasers of Series E Senior Secured Original Issue Discount Convertible Notes. (1)
10.17Form of Consent, Amendment and Termination Agreement by and among Summit Semiconductor, LLC and certain purchasers of Series D 15% Original Issue Discount Senior Secured Convertible Promissory Notes on November 18, 2016. (1)

10.18Form of Consent, Amendment and Termination Agreement by and among Summit Semiconductor, LLC and certain purchasers of Series D 15% Original Issue Discount Senior Secured Convertible Promissory Notes on November 30, 2016. (1)
10.19Management Rights Letter, dated May 17, 2017, between Summit Semiconductor, LLC and MARCorp Signal, LLC. (1)
10.20Settlement Agreement, dated July 25, 2018, between Summit Semiconductor, Inc. and MARCorp Signal, LLC. (5)
10.21Form of Securities Purchase Agreement by and among Summit Semiconductor, LLC and the purchasers of Series F Senior Secured 15% Convertible Notes. (1)
10.22Form of Amendment to Series F Transaction Documents. (2)

10.23Form of Series G Subscription Agreement by and among Summit Semiconductor, Inc. and the purchasers of Series G 15% Original Issue Discount Senior Secured Promissory Notes. (1)

10.24Form of Amendment to Series G Transaction Documents. (1)
10.25Form of Securities Purchase Agreement, dated April 18, 2019, by and among Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc. and certain purchasers of Series A 8% Senior Convertible Preferred Stock. (10)
10.26Form of Series F Warrant Amendment and Exercise Agreement by and between the Company and each of the Medalist Funds. (8)
10.27Form of Series G Warrant Amendment and Exercise Agreement by and between the Company and each of the Medalist Funds. (8)
10.28Form of Warrant Amendment and Exercise Agreement by and between the Company and certain other holders of the Company’s common stock purchase warrants. (8)
10.29Form of Warrant Settlement Agreement by and between the Company and certain holders of the Company’s common stock purchase warrants. (8)
10.30Form of Warrant Settlement Agreement by and between the Company and the Medalist Funds. (8)
10.31Amended and Restated Offer Letter from Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc. to George Oliva, dated October 4, 2019. (10)
10.32Form of Unit Purchase Agreement, dated February 2020, by and among the Company and the purchasers signatory thereto. (9)
10.33Form of Subscription Agreement, dated February 2020, by and among the Company and the purchasers signatory thereto. (9)
10.34Form of Securities Purchase Agreement, dated March 2020, by and between the Company and the Investor. (11)
10.35Form of Security Agreement, dated March 2020, by and between the Company and the Investor. (11)
10.36Form of Security Agreement, dated March 2020, by and between WiSA and the Investor. (11)
10.37Form of Trademark Security Agreement, dated March 2020, by and between the Company and the Investor. (11)
10.38Form of Trademark Security Agreement, dated March 2020, by and between WiSA and the Investor. (11)
10.39Form of Patent Security Agreement, dated March 2020, between the Company and the Investor. (11)
10.40Form of Pledge Agreement, dated March 2020, between the Company, WiSA and the Investor. (11)
10.41Form of Guaranty, dated March 2020. (11)
21.1List of Subsidiaries. (10)
23.1*Consent of BPM LLP.
23.2*Consent of Sullivan & Worcester LLP (included in Exhibit 5.1).

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24.1*Power of Attorney (included on the signature page ofthis registration statement).statement:

 

*i.Filed herewith.

**Previously filed.

(1)Filed as an Exhibit toTo include any prospectus required by section 10(a)(3) of the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) with the SEC on July 2, 2018.

(2)Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) with the SEC on July 23, 2018.

(3)Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) with the SEC on July 25, 2018.

(4)Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K with the SEC on September 14, 2018.

(5)Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q with the SEC on November 15, 2018.

(6)Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K with the SEC on March 29, 2019.

(7)Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-230952) with the SEC on April 19, 2019.

(8)Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q with the SEC on November 14, 2019.
(9)Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K with the SEC on March 3, 2020.
(10)Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K with the SEC on March 25, 2020.
(11)Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K with the SEC on March 26, 2020.
(12)Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K with the SEC on April 8, 2020.
(b)Financial statement schedules.Securities Act of 1933;

 

No financialii.        To reflect in the prospectus any facts or events arising after the effective date of the registration statement schedules are provided because(or the most recent post-effective amendment thereof) which, individually or in the aggregate, represent a fundamental change in the information called forset forth in the registration statement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any increase or decrease in volume of securities offered (if the total dollar value of securities offered would not exceed that which was registered) and any deviation from the low or high end of the estimated maximum offering range may be reflected in the form of prospectus filed with the SEC pursuant to Rule 424(b) if, in the aggregate, the changes in volume and price represent no more than 20% change in the maximum aggregate offering price set forth in the “Calculation of Registration Fee” table in the effective registration statement.

iii.        To include any material information with respect to the plan of distribution not previously disclosed in the registration statement or any material change to such information in the registration statement;

provided, however, that the undertakings set forth in paragraphs (1)(i), (1)(ii) and (1)(iii) above do not apply if the information required to be included in a post-effective amendment by those paragraphs is not requiredcontained in reports filed with or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission by the registrant pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that are incorporated by reference in this registration statement or is showncontained in a form of prospectus filed pursuant to Rule 424(b) that is part of this registration statement.

(2) That, for the purpose of determining any liability under the Securities Act of 1933, each such post-effective amendment shall be deemed to be a new registration statement relating to the securities offered therein, and the offering of such securities at that time shall be deemed to be the initial bona fide offering thereof.

(3) To remove from registration by means of a post-effective amendment any of the securities being registered which remain unsold at the termination of the offering.

(4) That, for the purpose of determining liability of the registrant under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, to any purchaser in the consolidated financial statementsinitial distribution of the securities, the undersigned registrant undertakes that in a primary offering of securities of the undersigned registrant pursuant to this registration statement, regardless of the underwriting method used to sell the securities to the purchaser, if the securities are offered or related notes.sold to such purchaser by means of any of the following communications, the undersigned registrant will be a seller to the purchaser and will be considered to offer or sell such securities to such purchaser:

 

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Item 17. Undertakingsi.        Any preliminary prospectus or prospectus of the undersigned registrant relating to the offering required to be filed pursuant to Rule 424;

 

The undersigned Registrant hereby undertakes to provideii.        Any free writing prospectus relating to the underwriters atoffering prepared by or on behalf of the closing specifiedundersigned registrant or used or referred to by the undersigned registrant;

iii.        The portion of any other free writing prospectus relating to the offering containing material information about the undersigned registrant or its securities provided by or on behalf of the undersigned registrant; and

iv.        Any other communication that is an offer in the underwriting agreement, certificates in such denominations and registered in such names as requiredoffering made by the underwritersundersigned registrant to permit prompt delivery to eachthe purchaser.

 

(5) That, for purposes of determining any liability under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, each filing of the registrant’s annual report pursuant to Section 13(a) or Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (and, where applicable, each filing of an employee benefit plan’s annual report pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) that is incorporated by reference in the registration statement shall be deemed to be a new registration statement relating to the securities offered therein, and the offering of such securities at that time shall be deemed to be the initial bona fide offering thereof.

(6) Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act of 1933 as amended (the “Securities Act”) may be permitted to directors, officers and controlling persons of the Registrantregistrant pursuant to the foregoing provisions, or otherwise, the Registrantregistrant has been advised that in the opinion of the Securities and Exchange Commission such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act and is, therefore, unenforceable. In the event that a claim for indemnification against such liabilities (other than the payment by the Registrantregistrant of expenses incurred or paid by a director, officer or controlling person of the Registrantregistrant in the successful defense of any action, suit or proceeding) is asserted by such director, officer or controlling person in connection with the securities being registered, the Registrantregistrant will, unless in the opinion of its counsel the matter has been settled by controlling precedent, submit to a court of appropriate jurisdiction the question whether such indemnification by it is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act and will be governed by the final adjudication of such issue.

 

The undersigned Registrant hereby undertakes that:

(1) For purposes of determining any liability under the Securities Act, the information omitted from the form of prospectus filed as part of this Registration Statement in reliance upon Rule 430A and contained in a form of prospectus filed by the Registrant pursuant to Rule 424(b)(1) or (4) or 497(h) under the Securities Act shall be deemed to be part of this Registration Statement as of the time it was declared effective. 

(2) For the purpose of determining any liability under the Securities Act, each post-effective amendment that contains a form of prospectus shall be deemed to be a new registration statement relating to the securities offered therein, and the offering of such securities at that time shall be deemed to be the initial bona fide offering thereof.

The undersigned Registrant hereby undertakes:

(1)To file, during any period in which offers or sales are being made, a post-effective amendment to this registration statement:

(i)To include any prospectus required by Section 10(a)(3) of the Securities Act;

(ii)To reflect in the prospectus any facts or events arising after the effective date of the registration statement (or the most recent post-effective amendment thereof) which, individually or in the aggregate, represent a fundamental change in the information set forth in the registration statement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any increase or decrease in volume of securities offered (if the total dollar value of securities offered would not exceed that which was registered) and any deviation from the low or high end of the estimated maximum offering range may be reflected in the form of prospectus filed with the SEC pursuant to Rule 424(b) if, in the aggregate, the changes in volume and price represent no more than a 20.0% change in the maximum aggregate offering price set forth in the “Calculation of Registration Fee” table in the effective registration statement; and

(iii)To include any material information with respect to the plan of distribution not previously disclosed in the registration statement or any material change to such information in the registration statement.

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Provided, however, that Paragraphs (a)(1)(i), (ii) and (iii) of this section do not apply if the information required to be included in a post-effective amendment by those paragraphs is contained in reports filed with or furnished to the SEC by the registrant pursuant to section 13 or section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), that are incorporated by reference in the registration statement.

(2)That for the purpose of determining any liability under the Securities Act, each post-effective amendment that contains a form of prospectus shall be deemed to be a new registration statement relating to the securities offered therein, and the offering of such securities at that time shall be deemed to be the initialbona fide offering thereof.

(3)To remove from registration by means of a post-effective amendment any of the securities being registered which remain unsold at the termination of the offering.

(4)That, for the purpose of determining liability of the Registrant under the Securities Act to any purchaser in the initial distribution of the securities, the undersigned Registrant undertakes that in a primary offering of securities of the undersigned Registrant pursuant to this registration statement, regardless of the underwriting method used to sell the securities to the purchaser, if the securities are offered or sold to such purchaser by means of any of the following communications, the undersigned Registrant will be a seller to the purchaser and will be considered to offer or sell such securities to such purchaser:

(i)Any preliminary prospectus or prospectus of the undersigned Registrant relating to the offering required to be filed pursuant to Rule 424;

(ii)Any free writing prospectus relating to the offering prepared by or on behalf of the undersigned Registrant or used or referred to by the undersigned Registrant;

(iii)The portion of any other free writing prospectus relating to the offering containing material information about the undersigned Registrant or its securities provided by or on behalf of the undersigned Registrant; and

(iv)Any other communication that is an offer in the offering made by the undersigned Registrant to the purchaser.

(5)(i)For purposes of determining any liability under the Securities Act, the information omitted from the form of prospectus filed as part of this registration statement in reliance upon Rule 430A and contained in a form of prospectus filed by the registrant pursuant to Rule 424(b)(1) or (4) or 497(h) under the Securities Act shall be deemed to be part of this registration statement as of the time it was declared effective; and

(ii)For the purpose of determining any liability under the Securities Act, each post-effective amendment that contains a form of prospectus shall be deemed to be a new registration statement relating to the securities offered therein, and the offering of such securities at that time shall be deemed to be the initial bona fide offering thereof.

(6) The undersigned registrant hereby undertakes that, for purposes of determining any liability under the Securities Act, each filing of the registrant’s annual report pursuant to section 13(a) or section 15(d) of the Exchange Act (and, where applicable, each filing of an employee benefit plan’s annual report pursuant to section 15(d) of the Exchange Act) that is incorporated by reference in the registration statement shall be deemed to be a new registration statement relating to the securities offered therein, and the offering of such securities at that time shall be deemed to be the initial bona fide offering thereof.

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SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, we havethe registrant has duly caused this Amendment No. 2 to Registration Statement on Form S-1registration statement to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized, in the City of San Jose,Beaverton, State of California,Oregon, on the 20th day of April, 2020.

October 31, 2022.

 

 SUMMIT WIRELESS

WISA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

 By:/s/ Brett Moyer
  Name: Brett Moyer
  Title: President and Chief Executive Officer

 

POWER OF ATTORNEY

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose individual signature appears below hereby authorizesconstitutes and appoints Brett Moyer, George Olivia and George Oliva,Gary Williams, his or her true and each of them,lawful attorney-in-fact and agent with full power of substitution and resubstitutionre-substitution, for him or her and full power to act without the other, as his true and lawful attorney-in-fact and agent to act in his or her name, place and stead, and to execute in the name and on behalf of each person, individually and in each capacity stated below, and to file any and all capacities to sign any or all amendments (including, without limitation, post-effective amendments) to this registration statement, filed after the date hereof, any related registration statement filed pursuant to Rule 462(b) under the Securities Act of 1933 as amended, filed after the date hereof, and any or all pre- or post-effective amendments thereto, filed after the date hereof, and to file the same, with all exhibits thereto, and all other documents in connection therewith, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, granting unto said attorneys-in-factattorney-in-fact and agents, and each of them,agent, full power and authority to do and perform each and every act and thing requisite and necessary to be done in and about the premises, as fully for all intents and purposes as he or she might or could do in person, hereby ratifying and confirming that said attorneys-in-factattorney-in-fact and agents, and each of them,agent, or any substitute or substitutes for each of them,her, may lawfully do or cause to be done by virtue hereof.

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, this Registration Statement has been signed by the following persons in the capacities and on the dates indicated.indicated have signed this registration statement below.

 

Signature Title Date
     
/s/ Brett Moyer President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the BoardDirector (principal executive officer) April 20, 2020October 31, 2022
Brett Moyer   
     
/s/ George Oliva Chief Financial Officer (principal financial officer) April 20, 2020October 31, 2022

George Oliva

    
/s/ Gary Williams Vice President of Finance and Chief Accounting Officer (principal accounting officer) April 20, 2020October 31, 2022
Gary Williams   
     
/s/ Jonathan GazdakLisa Cummins Director April 20, 2020October 31, 2022
Jonathan GazdakLisa Cummins    
     
/s/ Dr. Jeffrey M. Gilbert Director April 20, 2020October 31, 2022
Dr. Jeffrey M. Gilbert    
     
 /s/ David HowittDirectorOctober 31, 2022
David Howitt
/s/ Helge Kristensen Director April 20, 2020October 31, 2022
Helge Kristensen    
   
/s/ Sam RuncoSriram Peruvemba Director April 20, 2020October 31, 2022
Sam RuncoSriram Peruvemba    
     
/s/ Robert Tobias Director April 20, 2020October 31, 2022
Robert Tobias    
     
/s/ Michael Howse Wendy Wilson Director April 20, 2020 October 31, 2022
Michael Howse
/s/ Lisa CumminsDirectorApril 20, 2020
Lisa CumminsWendy Wilson    

 


EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit
No.

73

Description

1.1**Form of Placement Agency Agreement by and between WiSA Technologies, Inc. and Maxim Group LLC, as exclusive placement agent thereunder
3.1(i)(a)Certificate of Incorporation of Summit Semiconductor, Inc. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) filed with the SEC on July 2, 2018)
3.1(i)(b)Certificate of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation of Summit Semiconductor, Inc. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) filed with the SEC on July 25, 2018)
3.1(i)(c)Certificate of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation of Summit Semiconductor, Inc. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on September 14, 2018)
3.1(i)(d)Certificate of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation of Summit Semiconductor, Inc. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on April 8, 2020)
3.1(i)(e)Certificate of Amendment of Certificate of Incorporation of the Company (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 11, 2022)

3.1(ii)

Bylaws of Summit Semiconductor, Inc. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) filed with the SEC on July 2, 2018)
4.1Form of Common Stock Certificate. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 29, 2019)
4.2**Form of Warrant.
4.3Form of New Senior Secured Convertible Note. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 26, 2022)
4.4Form of Registration Rights Agreement, dated November 9, 2020, by and among the Company and the holders. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 10, 2020)
5.1**Opinion of Sullivan & Worcester LLP
10.1Summit Semiconductor, Inc. 2018 Long-Term Stock Incentive Plan. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) filed with the SEC on July 2, 2018)
10.2Form of Restricted Stock Agreement for Directors under the Summit Semiconductor, Inc. 2018 Long-Term Stock Incentive Plan. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) filed with the SEC on July 2, 2018)
10.3Form of Restricted Stock Agreement for Employees under the Summit Semiconductor, Inc. 2018 Long-Term Stock Incentive Plan. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) filed with the SEC on July 2, 2018)
10.4Form of Indemnity Agreement by and between Summit Semiconductor, Inc., and each of its directors and executive officers. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) filed with the SEC on July 2, 2018)
10.5Employment Agreement between FOCUS Enhancements, Inc. and Brett Moyer, dated August 6, 2002. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) filed with the SEC on July 2, 2018)
10.6First Amendment to Employment Agreement by and between Summit Semiconductor, LLC and Brett Moyer, effective May 2, 2011. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) filed with the SEC on July 2, 2018)
10.7Executive Employment Agreement between FOCUS Enhancements, Inc. and Gary Williams, dated May 28, 2004. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) filed with the SEC on July 2, 2018)
10.8First Amendment to Executive Employment Agreement by and between Summit Semiconductor, LLC and Gary Williams, effective May 2, 2011. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (File No. 333-224267) filed with the SEC on July 2, 2018)
10.9Form of Series F Warrant Amendment and Exercise Agreement by and between the Company and each of the Medalist Funds. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 14, 2019)

 


10.10Form of Series G Warrant Amendment and Exercise Agreement by and between the Company and each of the Medalist Funds. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 14, 2019)
10.11Form of Warrant Amendment and Exercise Agreement by and between the Company and certain other holders of the Company’s common stock purchase warrants. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 14, 2019)
10.12Form of Warrant Settlement Agreement by and between the Company and certain holders of the Company’s common stock purchase warrants. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 14, 2019)
10.13Form of Warrant Settlement Agreement by and between the Company and the Medalist Funds. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 14, 2019)
10.14Form of Amended and Restated Offer Letter from Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc. to George Oliva, dated October 4, 2019. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 25, 2020)
10.15Form of Unit Purchase Agreement, dated February 4, 2020, by and among the Company and the purchaser signatory thereto. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 3, 2020)
10.16Form of Subscription Agreement, dated February 28, 2020, by and among the Company and the purchaser signatory thereto. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 3, 2020)
10.17Form of Securities Purchase Agreement, dated March 2020, by and between the Company and the investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2020)
10.18Form of Security Agreement, dated March 2020, by and between the Company and the investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2020)
10.19Form of Security Agreement, dated March 2020, by and between WiSA and the Investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2020)
10.20Form of Trademark Security Agreement, dated March 2020, by and between the Company and the investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2020)
10.21Form of Trademark Security Agreement, dated March 2020, by and between WiSA and the investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2020)
10.22Form of Patent Security Agreement, dated March 2020, between the Company and the investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2020)
10.23Form of Pledge Agreement, dated March 2020, between the Company, WiSA and the investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2020)
10.24Form of Guaranty, dated March 2020. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2020)
10.25Paycheck Protection Program Promissory Note and Agreement, dated May 3, 2020, by and between Wells Fargo Bank, National Association and Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on May 7, 2020)
10.26Settlement Agreement and Release, dated May 14, 2020, by and between the Company and Alexander Capital, L.P. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on May 27, 2020)
10.27Leak-Out Agreement, dated May 14, 2020, by and between the Company and Alexander Capital, L.P. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on May 27, 2020)
10.28Placement Agency Agreement, dated June 4, 2020, by and between the Company and Maxim Group LLC. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 5, 2020)


10.29Placement Agency Agreement, dated June 9, 2020, by and between the Company and Maxim Group LLC. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 10, 2020)
10.30Form of Settlement and Release Agreement, dated November 9, 2020, by and among the Company and each holder. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 10, 2020)
10.31Form of Leak-Out Agreement, dated November 9, 2020, by and between the Company and each holder. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 10, 2020)
10.32Lease Agreement by and between Portland 2 LLC and the Company, dated August 18, 2020. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 10, 2020)
10.33Summit Wireless Technologies, Inc. 2020 Stock Incentive Plan. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Proxy Statement on Form DEF 14A filed with the SEC on September 11, 2020)
10.34Lease Agreement by and between Portland 2 LLC and the Company, dated August 18, 2020. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 10, 2020)
10.35Form of Inducement Agreement, dated January 18, 2021, by and between the Company and certain holders. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on January 19, 2021)

10.36

Solicitation Agreement, dated January 15, 2021, by and between the Company and Maxim Group LLC. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on January 19, 2021)
10.37Form of Inducement Agreement, dated January 19, 2021, by and between the Company and certain holders. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on January 20, 2021)
10.38Form of Exchange Agreement. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 7, 2021)
10.39Form of Inducement Agreement, dated as of June 7, 2021, by and between the Company and certain holders. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 8, 2021)
10.40Solicitation Agreement, dated June 7, 2021, by and between the Company and Maxim Group LLC. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 8, 2021)
10.41Placement Agency Agreement, dated as of July 22, 2021, by and between the Company and Maxim Group LLC. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 26, 2021)
10.42Form of Securities Purchase Agreement by and between the Company and the Investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 19, 2022)
10.43Form of Security Agreement by and between the Company and the Investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 19, 2022)
10.44Form of Security Agreement by and between WiSA and the Investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 19, 2022)
10.45Form of Trademark Security Agreement by and between the Company and the Investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 19, 2022)
10.46Form of Trademark Security Agreement by and between WiSA and the Investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 19, 2022)
10.47Form of Patent Security Agreement between the Company and the Investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 19, 2022)
10.48Form of Pledge Agreement between the Company, WiSA and the Investor. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 19, 2022)
10.49Form of Guaranty. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 19, 2022)
10.50Executive Employment Agreement, effective as of August 24, 2022, by and between the Company and Brett Moyer. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 26, 2022)


10.51Executive Employment Agreement, effective as of August 24, 2022, by and between the Company and George Oliva. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 26, 2022)
10.52Executive Employment Agreement, effective as of August 24, 2022, by and between the Company and Gary Williams. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 26, 2022)
10.53WiSA Technologies, Inc. Management Team Retention Bonus Plan, effective September 1, 2022. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on September 6, 2022)
10.54**Form of Warrant Agent Agreement
10.55**Form of Securities Purchase Agreement
21.1List of Subsidiaries. (Incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-239750) with the SEC on July 8, 2020)
23.1*Consent of BPM LLP, independent registered public accounting firm
23.2**Consent of Sullivan & Worcester LLP (included in Exhibit 5.1)
24.1*Power of Attorney (included on the signature page of this registration statement)
107*Filing Fee Table

*Filed herewith.

**To be filed by amendment.