Item 1A. Risk Factors
ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS
Our business faces many risks,
a number of which are described under the caption “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report. Other than as set forth below, there
have been no material changes from the risk factors previously disclosed in our Annual Report. The risks described in our Annual Report
and below may not be the only risks we face. Other risks of which we are not yet aware, or that we currently believe are not material,
may also materially and adversely impact our business operations or financial results. If any of the events or circumstances described
in the risk factors contained in our Annual Report or described below occurs, our business, financial condition or results of operations
could be adversely impacted and the value of an investment in our securities could decline. Investors and prospective investors should
consider the risks described in our Annual Report and below, and the information contained under the caption “Forward-Looking Statements”
and elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q before deciding whether to invest in our securities.
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Political, economic
and military conditions in Israel, including the recent attack by Hamas and other terrorist organizations from the Gaza Strip and Israel’s
war against them, may impede our ability to operate and harm our financial results.
Because all of our operations
are conducted in Israel and all members of our board of directors and management as well as all of our employees and consultants, including
employees of our service providers, are located in Israel, our business and operations are directly affected by economic, political, geopolitical
and military conditions in Israel. Since the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948, a number of armed conflicts have occurred between
Israel and its neighboring countries and terrorist organizations active in the region. These conflicts have involved missile strikes,
hostile infiltrations and terrorism against civilian targets in various parts of Israel, which have negatively affected business conditions
in Israel.
In October 2023, Hamas terrorists
infiltrated Israel’s southern border from the Gaza Strip and conducted a series of attacks on civilian and military targets. Hamas
also launched extensive rocket attacks on Israeli population and industrial centers located along Israel’s border with the Gaza
Strip and in other areas within the State of Israel. These attacks resulted in extensive deaths, injuries and kidnapping of civilians
and soldiers. Following the attack, Israel’s security cabinet declared war against Hamas and a military campaign against these terrorist
organizations commenced in parallel to their continued rocket and terror attacks. In the weeks since the initial attack by Hamas, hostilities
along Israel’s northern border with Hezbollah located in Lebanon have accelerated, and this clash may escalate in the future into
a greater regional conflict.
The intensity and duration
of Israel’s current war against Hamas is difficult to predict, as are such war’s economic implications on the Company’s
business and operations and on Israel’s economy in general. These events may be intertwined with wider macroeconomic indications
of a deterioration of Israel’s economic standing, which may have a material adverse effect on the Company and its ability to effectively
conduct its operations.
In connection with the Israeli
security cabinet’s declaration of war against Hamas and possible hostilities with other organizations, several hundred thousand
Israeli military reservists were drafted to perform immediate military service. Certain of our employees and consultants in Israel, including
the Chief Executive Officer of Gix Media, in addition to employees of our service providers located in Israel, have been called, and additional
employees may be called, for service in the current or future wars or other armed conflicts with Hamas, and such persons may be absent
for an extended period of time. As a result, our operations may be disrupted by such absences, which disruption may materially and adversely
affect our business, prospects, financial condition and results of operations.
Our commercial insurance does
not cover losses that may occur as a result of events associated with war and terrorism. Although the Israeli government currently covers
the reinstatement value of direct damages that are caused by terrorist attacks or acts of war, we cannot assure you that this government
coverage will be maintained or that it will sufficiently cover our potential damages. Any losses or damages incurred by us could have
a material adverse effect on our business. Any armed conflicts or political instability in the region would likely negatively affect business
conditions and could harm our results of operations.
Further, in the past, the
State of Israel and Israeli companies have been subjected to economic boycotts. Several countries still restrict business with the State
of Israel and with Israeli companies. These restrictive laws and policies may have an adverse impact on our operating results, financial
condition or the expansion of our business. A campaign of boycotts, divestment and sanctions has been undertaken against Israel, which
could also adversely impact our business.
Prior to the Hamas attack
in October 2023, the Israeli government pursued extensive changes to Israel’s judicial system. In response to the foregoing developments,
individuals, organizations and institutions, both within and outside of Israel, have voiced concerns that the proposed changes may negatively
impact the business environment in Israel including due to reluctance of foreign investors to invest or transact business in Israel as
well as to increased currency fluctuations, downgrades in credit rating, increased interest rates, increased volatility in security markets,
and other changes in macroeconomic conditions. The risk of such negative developments has increased in light of the recent Hamas attacks
and the war against Hamas declared by Israel, regardless of the proposed changes to the judicial system and the related debate. To the
extent that any of these negative developments do occur, they may have an adverse effect on our business, our results of operations and
our ability to raise additional funds, if deemed necessary by our management and Board of Directors.
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ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES
OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS
None.
ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR
SECURITIES
None.
ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURE
Not applicable.
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