Note 5 - Convertible Debentures and Derivative Liability | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2015 |
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Note 5 - Convertible Debentures and Derivative Liability | NOTE 5 – CONVERTIBLE DEBENTURES AND DERIVATIVE LIABILITY |
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Through March 31, 2015, we have financed our operations primarily through the issuance of various convertible debentures. For the three months ended March 31, 2015, we received cash proceeds of $758,587 from the issuance of new convertible debentures. We also issued a new convertible debenture with the transfer of $128,460 fromstockholder advances. |
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The debentures are generally unsecured and bear interest ranging from 6% to 22% per annum, with maturities ranging from two months to two years. The outstanding principal and accrued interest of the debentures are convertible into shares of the Company’s common stock at a fixed conversion price ranging from $0.0025 to $30.00 per share or variable discounted pricing based on the market price of the Company’s common stock as defined in the debt agreement. |
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We evaluated the convertible debentures in accordance with ASC Topic 815, “Derivatives and Hedging,” and determined that the conversion feature of the convertible promissory notes with variable conversion prices were not afforded the exemption for conventional convertible instruments due to their variable conversion rates. The notes have no explicit limit on the number of shares issuable so they did not meet the conditions set forth in current accounting standards for equity classification. We elected to recognize the notes under paragraph 815-15-25-4, whereby there would be a separation into a host contract and derivative instrument. We elected to initially and subsequently measure the notes in their entirety at fair value, with changes in fair value recognized in earnings. We recorded a derivative liability and debt discount representing the imputed interest associated with the embedded derivative. |
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For those convertible debentures with fixed conversion prices, we recorded a beneficial conversion feature at the inception of the debt to additional paid-in capital and to debt discount where the conversion price was less that the market price of the stock. |
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The debt discount is amortized over the life of the note and recognized as interest expense. For the three months ended March 31, 2015 and 2014, we amortized debt discount of $480,338 and $298,173, respectively, to interest expense. The derivative liability is adjusted periodically according to the stock price fluctuations and was $13,137,648 and $2,718,652 at March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014, respectively. For purpose of estimating the fair value of the convertible debentures, we used the Black Scholes option valuation model. |
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At March 31, 2015, the convertible debentures and related accrued interest payable were convertible into approximately 2,047,943,000 shares of our common stock. Based on the assumptions used to estimate the fair value of the derivative liability at March 31, 2015 and assuming all lenders convert the notes payable at the March 31, 2015 conversion prices, the Company would have insufficient authorized shares of common stock to complete the debt conversions. |
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As of March 31, 2015, several of the convertible debentures are delinquent. We believe we have good relationships with most debenture holders, and continue to have discussions with them regarding the extension of maturity dates or settlement of amounts due. |
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For purpose of determining the fair market value of the derivative liability, we used the Black Scholes option valuation model. The significant assumptions used in the Black Scholes valuation of the derivative liability at March 31, 2015 are as follows: |
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Stock price on the valuation date | $0.01 |
Conversion price for the debt | $0.0015 - $0.0057 |
Dividend yield | 0.00% |
Years to maturity | 0.25 - 1.43 |
Risk free rate | .03% - .41% |
Expected volatility | 301.53% - 436.70% |
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These assumptions are subject to significant changes and market fluctuations from period to period; therefore, the estimated fair value of the derivative liability will fluctuate from period to period and the fluctuation may be material. |
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During the three months ended March 31, 2015, the Company had the following activity in its derivative liability account: |
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Derivative liability at December 31, 2014 | $2,718,652 |
Addition to liability for new debt issued | 721,575 |
Elimination of liability on conversion | -244,784 |
Change in fair value | 9,942,205 |
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Derivative liability at March 31, 2015 | $13,137,648 |