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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We
may not realize the anticipated benefits of the acquisition of Metagramm
In
March 2025, we acquired Metagramm, a company that specializes in developing advanced writing assistance tools and licenses its
products on a subscription basis. Metagramm’s products and revenue model differs from those of our current platforms. We may
not be able to assimilate or integrate the acquired personnel, operations, products, services, and technologies of Metagramm
successfully or effectively manage the business of Metagramm and our management may be distracted from operating our business. We
also may not achieve the anticipated benefits from the acquisition of Metagramm due to a number of factors, including, without
limitation, unanticipated costs or liabilities associated with the acquisition and difficulty of incorporating Metagramm’s
technology into our platforms. If the acquisition of Metagramm fails to meet our expectations, our operating results, business, and
financial condition may suffer.
Management
has concluded that there is substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern, and our condensed financial statements
for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 include an explanatory paragraph as to our ability to continue as a going concern, which could prevent
us from obtaining new financing on reasonable terms or at all.
Because
we have had recurring losses and negative cash flows from operating activities, substantial doubt exists regarding our ability to remain
as a going concern at the same level at which we are currently performing. Accordingly, our condensed financial statements for the quarter
ended June 30, 2025 include an explanatory paragraph as to our potential inability to continue as a going concern. The doubts regarding
our potential ability to continue as a going concern may adversely affect our ability to obtain new financing on reasonable terms or
at all.
Conditions
in Israel, including Israel’s conflicts with Hamas and other parties in the region, as well as political and economic instability,
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 and in
recent years, armed conflicts between Israel and its neighboring countries and terrorist organizations active in the region have involved
missile strikes, hostile infiltrations, terrorism against civilian targets in various parts of Israel, and recently abduction of soldiers
and citizens.
Following
the October 7th attacks by Hamas terrorists in Israel’s southern border, Israel declared war against Hamas and since then, Israel
has been involved in military conflicts with Hamas, Hezbollah, a terrorist organization based in Lebanon, and Iran, both directly and
through proxies like the Houthi movement in Yemen and armed groups in Iraq and other terrorist organizations. Additionally, following
the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, Israel has conducted limited military operations targeting the Syrian army, Iranian military assets
and infrastructure linked to Hezbollah and other Iran-supported groups. Although certain ceasefire agreements have been reached, and
some Iranian proxies have declared a halt to their attacks, there is no assurance that these agreements will be upheld, military activity
and hostilities continue to exist at varying levels of intensity, and the situation remains volatile, with the potential for escalation
into a broader regional conflict involving additional terrorist organizations and possibly other countries. In June 2025, in light of
continued nuclear threats and intelligence assessments indicating imminent attacks, Israel launched a preemptive strike directly targeting
military and nuclear infrastructure inside Iran, aimed at disrupting Iran’s capacity to coordinate or launch further hostilities
against Israel, as well as to degrade its nuclear program. In response, Iran launched multiple waves of drones and ballistic missiles
at Israeli cities. While most of these attacks were intercepted, several caused civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure. The
Israeli military conducted additional operations against Iranian assets. While a ceasefire was reached between Israel and Iran in June
2025 after 12 days of hostilities, the situation remains volatile. A broader regional conflict involving additional state and non-state
actors remains a significant risk. Iran is also believed to have a strong influence among extremist groups in the region, such as Hamas
in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Houthi movement in Yemen and various rebel militia groups in Syria and Iraq. These situations may
potentially escalate in the future to more violent events which may affect Israel and us.
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While
our facilities have not been damaged during the current war, the hostilities with Hamas, Hezbollah, Iran and its proxies and others have
caused and may continue to cause damage to private and public facilities, infrastructure, utilities, and telecommunication networks,
and potentially disrupting our operations and supply chains. In addition, Israeli organizations, government agencies and companies have
been subject to extensive cyber attacks. This could lead to increased costs, risks to employee safety, and challenges to business continuity,
with potential financial losses. The continuation of the war has also led to a deterioration of certain indicators of Israel’s
economic standing, for instance, a downgrade in Israel’s credit rating by rating agencies (such as by Moody’s, S&P Global,
and Fitch).
In
connection with the ongoing war, several hundred thousand Israeli military reservists were drafted to perform immediate military service,
and military reservists are expected to perform long reserve duty service in the coming years. As of date of this Quarterly Report on
Form 10-Q, none of our employees or consultants in Israel have been called to reserve duty and there has been no material impact on our
business from past reserve services. However, certain of our employees and consultants in Israel, in addition to employees of our service
providers located in Israel, may be called, for service in the current or future wars or other armed conflicts with Hamas, as well as
the other pending or future armed conflicts in which Israel is or may become engaged, 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. Additionally, the absence of employees of our Israeli suppliers and
contract manufacturers due to their military service in the current or future wars or other armed conflicts may disrupt their operations,
which in turn may materially and adversely affect our ability to deliver or provide products and services to customers.
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.
The
global perception of Israel and Israeli companies, influenced by actions by international judicial bodies, may lead to increased sanctions
and other negative measures against Israel, as well as Israeli companies and academic institutions. There is also a growing movement
among countries, activists, and organizations to boycott Israeli goods, services and academic research or restrict business with Israel,
which could affect business operations. If these efforts become widespread, along with any future rulings from international tribunals
against Israel, they could significantly and negatively impact business operations.
As
of the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, the Company’s revenues have not been directly negatively affected by the ongoing
hostilities in the region, as the primary source of its revenues is predominantly from the U.S. or European markets, that have been not
significantly impacted by the ongoing hostilities in Israel. As a result, as of the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q the Company’s
abilities to deliver or provide products and services to its customers have not been materially affected.
Finally,
prior to the October 2023 war, the Israeli government pursued changes to Israel’s judicial system and has recently renewed its
efforts to effect such changes. In response to the foregoing developments, certain individuals, organizations, and institutions, both
within and outside of Israel, voiced concerns that such proposed changes, if adopted, may negatively impact the business environment
in Israel. Such proposed changes may also lead to political instability or civil unrest. If such changes to Israel’s judicial system
are pursued by the government and approved by the parliament, this may have an adverse effect on our business, results of operations,
and 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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