Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis
ITEM
2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Special
Note on Forward-Looking Statements.
Certain
statements in “Management’s Discussion and Analysis and Results of Operations” below, and elsewhere in this quarterly
report, are not related to historical results, and are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements present our expectations
or forecasts of future events. You can identify these statements by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current
facts. 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 any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements
expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements frequently are accompanied by such words such as
“may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “expects,” “plans,” “intends,”
“anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “potential” or “continue,”
or the negative of such terms or other words and terms of similar meaning. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the
forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance, achievements, or timeliness
of such results. Moreover, neither we nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of such forward-looking
statements. We are under no duty to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this quarterly report. Subsequent
written and oral forward looking statements attributable to us or to persons acting in our behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety
by the cautionary statements and risk factors set forth in our annual report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on February 16, 2021, and
in other reports filed by us with the SEC.
You
should read the following description of our financial condition and results of operations in conjunction with the financial statements
and accompanying notes included in this report.
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Overview
We
are a developer of clean energy technologies. Our current focus is on developing an electrolyzer technology to lower the cost of Green
Hydrogen production. Green Hydrogen is the term use to refer to Hydrogen fuel that is created using renewable energy instead of fossil
fuels.
Hydrogen
is the cleanest and most abundant fuel in the universe. It is zero-emission and only produces water vapor when used. However, hydrogen
does not exist in its pure form on Earth so it must be extracted. For centuries, scientists have known how to electricity to split water
into hydrogen and oxygen using a device called an electrolyzer. Electrolyzers installed behind a solar farm or wind farm can use renewable
electricity to split water, thereby producing Green Hydrogen. However, modern electrolyzers still cost too much. The chemical catalysts
that enable the water-splitting reactions are currently made from platinum and iridium – both are very expensive precious metals.
These catalysts account for nearly 50% of the cost of the electrolyzer.
We
are developing technologies to significantly reduce or replace rare earth materials with inexpensive earth abundant materials in electrolyzers
to help usher in a Green Hydrogen economy.
As
of April 30, 2021, we changed our name from BioSolar, Inc. to NewHydrogen, Inc.
Recent
Transactions
None.
Application
of Critical Accounting Policies
Our
discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based upon our unaudited financial statements, which
have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The preparation of these
financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and
expenses, and related disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities. On an ongoing basis, we evaluate our estimates, including those
related to impairment of property, plant and equipment, intangible assets, deferred tax assets and fair value computation using a Binomial
lattice valuation model. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions, such as the trading value of
our common stock and estimated future undiscounted cash flows, that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results
of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying value of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other
sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions; however, we believe that our estimates,
including those for the above-described items, are reasonable.
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Use
of Estimates
The
preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates
and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the accompanying financial statements. Significant estimates made in preparing these
financial statements, include the estimate of useful lives of property and equipment, the deferred tax valuation allowance, derivative
liabilities and the fair value of stock options. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Fair
Value of Financial Instruments
Our
cash, cash equivalents, investments, inventory, prepaid expenses, and accounts payable are stated at cost which approximates fair value
due to the short-term nature of these instruments.
Recently
Issued Accounting Pronouncements
Management
reviewed currently issued pronouncements during the three months ended June 30, 2021, and does not believe that any other recently issued,
but not yet effective, accounting standards if currently adopted would have a material effect on the accompanying condensed unaudited
financial statements.
Results
of Operations – Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 Compared to the Three Months Ended June 30, 2020.
OPERATING
EXPENSES
General
and Administrative Expenses
General
and administrative (“G&A”) expenses increased by $3,537,072 to $3,637,312 for the three months ended June 30, 2021, compared
to $100,240 for the prior period ended June 30, 2020. The primary increase in G&A expenses was the result of an increase in fair
value of non-cash stock compensation of $3,451,410, an increase in professional fees in the amount of $9,141, and an increase in salaries
of $67,750, and an overall increase of $8,771.
Research
and Development
Research
and Development (“R&D”) expenses increased by $211,564 to $251,776 for the three months ended June 30, 2021, compared
to $40,212 for the prior period ended June 30, 2020. This overall increase in R&D expenses was the result of an increase in outside
research fees.
Depreciation
Depreciation
expense for the three months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 was $1,091 and $1091, respectively.
Other
Income/(Expenses)
Other
income and (expenses) decreased by $6,040,561 to $235,235 for the three months ended June 30, 2021, compared to $6,275,796 for the prior
period ended June 30, 2020. The decrease in other income and (expenses) was the result of a decrease in non-cash gain on change in fair
value of the derivative instruments of $6,257,372, an increase in interest income of $914, with a decrease in interest expense of $215,897,
which includes non-cash expense of amortization of debt discount in the amount of $13,338. The decrease in other income and (expenses)
was primarily due to the net change in the fair value of the derivative instruments.
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Net
Income (Loss)
Our
net loss for the three months ended June 30, 2021 was $3,654,944, compared to a net income of $6,134,253 for the prior period ended June
30, 2020. The increase in net loss was due to an increase in non-cash other income (expenses) associated with the net change in derivative
instruments estimated each period. These estimates are based on multiple inputs, including the market price of our stock, interest rates,
our stock price volatility, variable conversion prices based on market prices as defined in the respective agreements and probabilities
of certain outcomes based on management projections. These inputs are subject to significant changes from period to period and to management’s
judgment; therefore, the estimated fair value of the derivative liabilities will fluctuate from period to period, and the fluctuation
may be material. The Company has not generated any revenues.
Results
of Operations – Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 Compared to the Six Months Ended June 30, 2020.
OPERATING
EXPENSES
General
and Administrative Expenses
G&A
expenses increased by $18,219,771 to $18,438,830 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to $219,059 for the prior period ended
June 30, 2020. The primary increase in G&A expenses was the result of an increase in fair value of non-cash stock compensation of
$17,813,834, an increase in professional fees in the amount of $278,012, and an increase in salaries and payroll tax expenses of $118,448,
with an overall increase of $9,477.
Research
and Development
R&D
expenses increased by $424,608 to $508,440 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to $83,832 for the prior period ended June
30, 2020. This overall increase in R&D expenses was the result of an increase in outside research fees.
Depreciation
Depreciation
and amortization expense for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 was $2,182 and $2,182, respectively.
Other
Income/(Expenses)
Other
income and (expenses) increased by $66,690,371 to $66,064,185 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to $(626,186) for the
prior period ended June 30, 2020. The increase in other income and (expenses) was the result of a decrease in non-cash loss on change
in fair value of the derivative instruments of $29,870,468, an increase in gain on extinguishment of convertible debt for equity of $96,666,293,
an increase in interest income of $1,273, and an increase in interest expense of $106,727, which includes non-cash expense of amortization
of debt discount in the amount of $128,319. The increase in other income and (expenses) was primarily due to the net change in the fair
value of the derivative instruments.
Net
Income (Loss)
Our
net income for the six months ended June 30, 2021 was $47,114,733, compared to a net loss of $931,259 for the prior period ended June
30, 2020. The increase in net income was due to an increase in non-cash other income (expenses) associated with the net change in derivative
instruments estimated each period. These estimates are based on multiple inputs, including the market price of our stock, interest rates,
our stock price volatility, variable conversion prices based on market prices as defined in the respective agreements and probabilities
of certain outcomes based on management projections. These inputs are subject to significant changes from period to period and to management’s
judgment; therefore, the estimated fair value of the derivative liabilities will fluctuate from period to period, and the fluctuation
may be material. The Company has not generated any revenues.
LIQUIDITY
AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Liquidity
is the ability of a company to generate funds to support its current and future operations, satisfy its obligations, and otherwise operate
on an ongoing basis. Significant factors in the management of liquidity are funds generated by operations, levels of accounts receivable
and accounts payable and capital expenditures.
The
unaudited condensed financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis of accounting, which contemplates continuity of
operations, realization of assets and liabilities and commitments in the normal course of business. The accompanying unaudited condensed
financial statements do not reflect any adjustments that might result if we are unable to continue as a going concern. During the six
months ended June 30, 2021, we did not generate any revenues, and recognized net income of $47,114,733, due to an overall change in non-cash
derivative liability, and used cash of $1,264,374 in operations. As of June 30, 2021, we had working capital of $7,672,346 and a shareholders’
equity of $7,706,359.
In
the six months ended June 30, 2021, we obtained funding through the sale of shares of our common stock and our convertible debt. Management
believes that we will be able to continue to raise funds through the sale of our securities to existing and new investors. Management
believes that funding from existing and prospective new investors and future revenue will provide the additional cash needed to meet
our obligations as they become due and will allow the development of our core business operations. No assurance can be given that any
future financing will be available or, if available, that it will be on terms that are satisfactory to the Company. Even if the Company
is able to obtain additional financing, it may contain undue restrictions on our operations, in the case of debt financing or cause substantial
dilution for our stockholders, in case of equity financing.
As
of June 30, 2021, we had working capital of $7,672,346 compared to a working capital deficit of $150,532,859 for the year ended December
31, 2020. This increase in working capital was due primarily to an increase in cash, and prepaid expenses, with a decrease in accrued
expenses, convertible debt and derivative liability associated with our outstanding notes.
During
the six months ended June 30, 2021, we used $1,264,374 of cash for operating activities, as compared to $152,626 for the year ended December
31, 2020. The increase in the use of cash for operating activities for the current period was a result of an increase in prepaid expense.
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Cash provided from equity financing
activities was $8,973,700 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, as compared to $265,500 for the prior period ended June 30, 2020. The
increase was due to equity financing during the current period. Our capital needs have primarily been met from the proceeds of the sale
of our securities, as we currently have not generated any revenues.
Our independent auditors, in their
report on our audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020, expressed substantial doubt about our ability to continue
as a going concern. Our financial statements as of June 30, 2021 have been prepared under the assumption that we will continue as a going
concern. Our ability to continue as a going concern ultimately is dependent upon our ability to generate revenue, which is dependent upon
our ability to obtain additional equity or debt financing, attain further operating efficiencies and, ultimately, to achieve profitable
operations. Our financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.
PLAN OF OPERATION AND FINANCING NEEDS
We are engaged in the development
of innovative technologies to significantly reduce or replace catalysts made from rare earth materials with catalysts made from inexpensive
earth abundant materials in electrolyzers to lower the cost of producing Green Hydrogen.
Our plan of operation within the
next three months is to utilize our cash balances to work on developing catalyst technologies for producing Green Hydrogen. We believe
that our current cash and investment balances will be sufficient to support development activity and general and administrative expenses
for the next twenty four months. Management estimates that it will require additional cash resources during 2023, based upon its current
operating plan and condition. We do not expect increased expenses during the third quarter of 2021. There is no assurance that capital
in any form would be available to us, and if available, on terms and conditions that are acceptable. If we are unable to obtain sufficient
funds during the next twenty four months, we may be forced to reduce the size of our organization, which could have a material adverse
impact on, or cause us to curtail and/or cease the development of our products
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
As of June 30, 2021, we did not
have any off- balance sheet arrangements that are reasonably likely to have a current or future effect on our financial condition, revenues,
result of operations, liquidity or capital expenditures.
ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
As a smaller reporting company,
as that term is defined in Item 10(f)(1) of Regulation S-K, we are not required to provide information required by this Item.
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