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Phantom
Fiber Corporation (OTCBB: PHFB)
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Market Data
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29-Oct-2008
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| Symbol |
PHFB |
| Exchange |
OTC BB |
| Current Price |
$0.08 |
| Outstanding Shares |
19.35 Mn |
| Market Cap. |
$1.55 Mn |
| Average 3mo Volume |
8,682 |
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| Source: |
Yahoo Finance, analyst estimate |
Company Overview
Phantom Fiber Corporation (PHFB) is developing and marketing wireless
software applications and mobile solutions that offer the broadest support
of the world's leading mobile platforms and environments. Using its proprietary
data transmission technology - Smart Streaming™ - the Company`s wireless
platform software allows customers to extend the transactional capabilities
of their websites and deliver fully secured transactions wirelessly at
speeds significantly exceeding browser-based mobile phone applications.
The software works with over 1,500+ different mobile devices, including
personal digital assistants (PDA) and mobile phones with Microsoft PocketPC,
Palm, Symbian, i-Mode, Blackberry, Research In Motion, Smart Phone and
Java platforms. In addition, PHFB currently supports over 600 network carriers
worldwide.
Initial applications for the Company’s mobile solutions were in online
gaming, such as horse racing, fixed odd game providers, and sports book
software companies. These applications required speed, rapid account updates,
security and a rich user experience. With an established brand in the gaming
and entertainment sector, PHFB`s platform is also being deployed by enterprises
seeking to implement high performance mobile applications in remote video
surveillance, banking and brokerage, logistics and distribution.
A number of software providers and clients have signed multi-year exclusive
contracts with Company. Some of the top sports book and horse racing software
providers partnering with PHFB include: United Tote, Finsoft, Orbis, BetOptions,
BidNation, IQ-Ludorum, Kiron Interactive, Digital Gaming Solutions, BoDog,
Interactive Gaming & Wagering, and ASI/Extension. The Company has also
signed agreements with Scientific Games (p.ari-mutuel), Sports Acumen,
Churchill Downs, YouBet and Phantom EFX in the U.S. and Swiss Lottery and
Electracade in Europe. PHFB has partnered with key enterprise and ecommerce
companies such as AireSurf Networks Inc., Guard Dev, Citadel Commerce,
FireOne Group and Navaho Networks, among others.
The Company was founded in 2002 and is based in Toronto, Canada. PHFB
conducts its business through its wholly-owned subsidiaries Phantom Fiber
Corporation and Phantom Fiber Inc.
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Investment Highlights |
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Favorable industry outlook
According to Gartner research, worldwide mobile phone sales reached
1.15 billion units in 2007 and are forecast to grow 11% to 1.28 billion
units by year-end 2008. The mobile phone market is poised for double-digit
growth in 2009 as well. This growth is supported by robust demand for mobile
content and software solutions.
According to iSuppli Corp., the global market for mobile phone premium
content, including music, gaming and video, is expected to expand to more
than $43 billion by 2010, rising 42.5% annually from $5.2 billion in 2004
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Worldwide mobile gaming revenues are on-track to increase 16.1% in 2008
to $4.5 billion, according to Gartner, and grow 10.2% annually between
2007 and 2011, with worldwide end-user spending of $6.3 billion in 2011.
The North American market is forecast to grow from $845 million now to
approximately $1.2 billion in 2011.
Business model providing wireless data transition solutions
PHFB develops and markets wireless software applications and mobile
solutions. Its products offer broad support for all of the world's leading
mobile platforms and environments. Using the proprietary data transmission
technology - Smart Streaming™ - PHFB wireless platform software allows
customers to extend the transactional capabilities of their websites and
deliver fully secured transactions wirelessly at higher speeds than browser-based
mobile phone applications to over 1,500+ assorted mobile devices. PHFB
also supports over 600 network carriers worldwide.
Focus on wireless gaming and entrainment sectors
PHFB’s applications represent a suite of “game frames” developed to
quickly enable wireless gambling solutions in sports betting, including
horse racing and team wagering or in softer games like bingo and poker.
Wireless provides a cost-effective alternative to the traditional overhead
associated with placing wagers and giving users access to wagering systems
directly from their seats. It also allows race operators to reduce the
number of terminals and cashiers required on race day. The Company has
integrated its solution with the world’s leading tote and gaming providers
to deliver the best value-added functionality.
Expansion into financial services, healthcare and logistics verticals
Over the past year, PHFB has expanded its sales and marketing efforts
and secured clients in the financial and mobile payments vertical (such
as FireOne, Citadel, and Navaho Networks), healthcare, logistics and distribution
software providers, and the security and remote-monitoring industries.
Last quarter, PHFB successfully rolled out a real-time foreign exchange
trading application for FX Solutions and a personal healthcare management
system for My Medical Records. The Company has also secured a contract
with GTX Corp to develop a Personal Location System, with numerous applications
in pari-mutual, lottery, athletic and personal location tracking.
Client portfolio creates recurring revenues
In the last four years, PHFB has built a sizable portfolio of clients
in various verticals. These clients include Finsoft PLC, Real-Time Gaming,
Bid Nation, Digital Gaming Solutions, Kiron Interactive, Bet Options, Dynamite
Ideas, GTS, Orbis, and Parlay Entertainment. The Company recently signed
Scientific Games, Sports Acumen, Churchill Downs, YouBet and Phantom EFX
in the U.S.
Generally, PHFB charges a one-time fee ranging from $50,000 to $250,000
for integration and customization services to match the functionality of
the client’s Internet offerings. In addition, on customers with a client
base greater than 10,000 mobile users, the Company generates recurring
revenues via a revenue-sharing or monthly subscription arrangement.
Expansion into European, Australian and Asian markets
During 2008, the Company entered the E.U. market by signing agreements
with Swiss Lottery and Electracade. In October 2008, PHFB announced
further expansion into Australia and Asia through an agreement with Smart
Ventures and Beach Hut Media. PHFB’s focus in the Australian and Asian
markets is initially in three vertical markets: Gaming, Retail, and Financial
Services. The Asian markets have been recognized for their mobile society
and dependence on the latest mobile technologies, eclipsing PC-based alternatives.
Triple-digit revenue growth
During the last four years, PHFB has reported impressive revenue growth,
confirming increasing market acceptance of offered services. The Company’s
revenue increased 309% year-over-year to $517,678 during the first six
months of 2008 because of significant new customer additions. Recently
signed agreements support our outlook for 2008 revenues approaching $2
million. Going forward, we expect the latest agreements to drive 100-200%
annual revenue growth through 2010.
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Business
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The Company has created a mobile transaction enablement software business
that provides a mobile transport layer and delivers encrypted packets over
cellular networks on behalf of hosting clients. PHFB develops wireless
software applications and mobile solutions that allow enterprises to experience
high-performance functionality on today’s mobile devices and global communication
networks. The Company`s wireless data delivery platform allow users to
experience internet-like graphics and internet-like speed in an end-to-end
highly secure solution across 1500+ mobile devices and 600+ network carriers.
All applications based on PHFB’s proprietary platform can be applied to
any enterprise requiring speed and a rich-user experience in their mobile
solutions. Once deployed, the platform utilizes PHFB`s proprietary Smart
Streaming™ data transmission technology to deliver high-speed, client-side
performance that intuitively adapts to device and network properties.
The Company initially focused on applications n the gaming and entertainment
sector (e.g. casinos, sports betting, lottery, racing, poker rooms, etc.).
PHFB’s technology provides a suite of “game frames” developed to quickly
enable wireless gambling solutions in sports betting where speed and simultaneous
delivery matters. PHFB’s clients represent approximately 300 sports
bookings and horse racing sites or about 75% of the sports wagering and
horse racing industries.
In the last two years, the Company has expanded its platform functionality
with strong live streaming video technology and wireless financial solutions.
PHFB provides an integrated interactive component to existing monitoring
systems that allows security companies to remotely access their systems
through hundreds of different mobile device types. The Company`s proprietary
technology gives customer instant access, via their mobile device, to their
business surveillance systems and also provides a secure connection for
monitoring home-based security, child care facilities and other properties.
The Company is expanding into the financial sector and recently signed
a multi-year contract to deliver an integrated mobile solution for FX Solutions,
LLC, a leading U.S. online foreign exchange broker serving both retail
and institutional customers. PHFB`s mobile solution will integrate directly
into FX Solutions proprietary Global Trading System platform to provide
new functionality and features for traders.
The Company combines low implementation costs with a rapid deployment
strategy using reusable software objects to reduce initial purchase barriers.
PHFB’s business model generates revenues through the sale of proprietary
software and custom integration services. The Company typically enters
into exclusive multi-year, revenue-sharing agreements with partners who
use the Company’s technology to offer services or functions such as games,
content and other features.
PHFB typically charges a one-time fee ranging from $50,000 to $250,000
for integration and customization services. For customers with over 10,000
mobile users, a service charge or transaction fee applies. The Company
also participates in revenue- sharing or monthly subscription arrangements.
Corporate Strategy
The Company plans to develop additional products and services, innovative
features, and expand distribution to attract new customers and enhance
its value for existing clients. In implementing its initial strategy, PHFB
established the following criteria:
- Users were likely to be “early adopters” of wireless technologies;
- There was no dominant competitor apparent;
- The Company could implement a stable recurring revenue model; and
- Focus on consumer-based applications that leverage product portability.
The Company’s goals for next year are to expand geographically and on a
product platform basis into the brokerage, banking, trading, logistics
and distribution and healthcare markets. PHFB also plans to expand its
platform functionality with stronger video streaming technology and other
analytical data to further differentiate its competitive offering.
In addition, PHFB intends to further penetrate vertical markets where
it has a presence. Each client typically represents several operators
or sites licensing the Company’s software. As a result, each partnership
agreement results in the deployment of PHFB’s technology across a number
of sites and creates backlog. The Company is working through the backlog
amassed on existing contracts and helping its partners market their mobile
products. To address this backlog, PHFB is introducing methodologies and
product constructs designed to more quickly build brand for the underlying
operators.
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Technology |
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The language spoken by the application server must be translated into
a format that the mobile device can understand. PHFB’s Advanced Wireless
Platform is the module that connects the application server portion to
the end-user client. Essentially, the mobile solution may be viewed as
just another communication channel from the back-end’s perspective, resembling
that of the existing Internet portal. Since the mobile solution just plugs
into the existing application framework, no changes or additional support
are required for hosting the mobile solution.
Source: the Company`s website
The Company’s wireless platform is built using a building block or object
approach. This technical architecture was chosen to protect performance
and ensure scalability on the device. Some of the primary features of the
platform are:
- Enhanced user experience: The wireless framework offers a rich graphic
experience without compromising performance.
- Cross-platform & network compatibility: The client-side software
supports Windows/CE, Palm, Symbian, Apple, i-Mode, RIM Blackberry, SmartPhone
and Java-enabled phones (J2ME). This cross-platform compatibility eliminates
the need to recompile the application for devices running different operating
systems, using different devices and running on different network protocols.
- Performance: The client can deliver Internet-type speed across networks.
This approach puts less demand on the server and network and allows the
Company to provide the user with improved performance and better graphic
presentation.
PHFB`s advanced wireless platform include several unique and proprietary
functions such as:
- Secure State Management – Maintains a checkpoint connection in “no
signal” areas. Should a user lose signal for a period of time, their mobile
device will auto refresh once a connection is re-established.
- Security – The communication component of the Company’s software
uniquely delivers an end-to-end encrypted secure solution over a secure
socket layer (SSL) similar to secure internet sites.
- SmartStream™ – Communications are handled using a proprietary raw
data format to provide landline Internet speed on today’s wireless devices.
SmartStream also queues and prioritizes transmissions to assure a high
quality user experience and application responsiveness.
- Client Libraries - Presentation graphics and animation are stored
in local device libraries, eliminating redundant delivery and creating
a vivid user experience without compromising performance.
- Store & Forward – Users without wireless connectivity or in
a weak signal area can continue to use PHFB’s software through a local
storage method. The software incorporates an encrypted database on the
device that can be synchronized once a signal is detected. This allows
enterprise customers to continue collecting or referencing information
from mobile device without hindering the work flow process. a
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Services |
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Mobile gaming
The Company has partnered with the world’s leading content developers
and platforms to provide operators with the widest range of content for
mobile devices. PHFB’s gaming offering provides superior high-resolution
interactivity complemented with speed rivaling the PC experience.
PHFB’s current content offering includes:
- Traditional Casino Games, such as Peer-to-Peer Poker, Blackjack and Roulette;
- Bonus and Progressive 5 Reel Multi-line
- Animated Slots
- Lottery, Keno, Bingo and Scratch Tickets;
- Virtual Horse Racing;
- Fixed Odd and Skill Games;
- Reverse Auction Products.
Mobile pari-mutuel
Mobile provides a cost-effective alternative to the traditional overhead
associated with placing wagers and giving users access to wagering systems
from their seats. It also allows race operators to reduce the number of
terminals and cashiers required on race day.
The Company has integrated its solution with the world’s leading tote
providers to deliver the following value-added functionality:
- Account Access via existing online username/password that provides full
transactional capability including cashier access, reward points, integrated
customer support and detailed transactional history.
- Program Display in a real time format and detail/summary screens that provide
odds, MTP, scratches, last minutes changes, news alerts, program and handicapping
information, and weather conditions.
- Live Alert System/SMS Channel that directs players immediately to the wager
window when a user- triggered event occurs.
- Video and Multi-Media tools that allow players to tap into live video feeds
or search archived information to be played on-demand.
Mobile banking
PHFB’s mobile banking solution extends a highly personalized offering
of timely, relevant information to banking clients.
Some of the features provided by the Company`s platform are:
- Basic Account access;
- Bill payments and management;
- Transfer between accounts;
- Notifications on service upgrades;
- Integrated customer care via email and online chat;
- Access to credit, mortgages and investment accounts;
- Mobile Trading and investing;
- Branch/ATM finder.
Mobile trading
PHFB’s mobile trading solution extends a highly personalized offering
of timely functionality and reliable information to a client. Features
include:
- Real-time trading that delivers true real-time quotes with no delays and
the functionality client need to buy, sell, set limits and view trade histories
- Single click trading with the option of confirmation windows to minimize
the risk of data entry error and increase customer confidence;
- An interface consistent with client’s existing system which enables
full, fast and accurate trading without a long learning curve.
- Live graphing of real-time data and market information in a number of formats,
including simple trending or comparison charting, or more complex analytical
charting such as Bollinger Bands.
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Industry Outlook |
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According to Gartner research, worldwide mobile
phone sales reached 1.15 billion units in 2007 and are expected to approach
1.28 billion units by year-end 2008, an 11% increase. The market
is poised for 10% growth in 2009. Mobile phone sales growth will increasingly
rely on emerging markets as mature regions, such as Western Europe, Japan
and North America, reach saturation.
Nokia achieved a 37% market share in 2007 when
it sold slightly more than 430 million phones worldwide. Although its market
share slipped, Motorola maintained second place at 14%, but the gap narrowed
between it and third-placed Samsung with 13% market share. Annual worldwide
revenues from mobile phone sales surpassed $110 billion in 2007.
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Management |
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Jeff Halloran - Founder, President and CEO
Mr. Halloran brings to the Company over 20 years
of experience in emerging digital technologies and telecommunications.
He became CEO, President and Chairman of PHFB in January 2002. Mr. Halloran
assumed the positions of Principal Financial Officer and Principal Accounting
Officer effective January 1, 2005. From March 2001 to November 2001, he
was CEO of Sona Innovations Inc., a wireless software company. From March
1989 to February 2001, Mr. Halloran was CEO and President of Relational
Solutions Inc., an international consulting firm specializing in information
management and strategic information planning. From August 1987 to March
1989, he was a Consulting Manager for Oracle Corporation providing database
consulting services. Mr. Halloran graduated from St. Clair College in 1982
with a degree in business administration.
Herb Sears - Chief Technology Officer
Mr. Sears brings over 14 years of experience in
software product development and management to Phantom Fiber. He has been
Chief Technology Officer since January 2002. From November 2000 to December
2001, he was Vice President-Technology of Sona Innovations Inc., engaged
in software development. From May 1996 to October 2000, Mr. Sears was the
Director of Technology of Angoss Software Corp., a publicly-traded data
mining software company, and was responsible for implementing the current
wireless solution at the largest bank in Canada. From June 1992 to May
1996, he was a Senior Developer and programmer employed by CS Computing
Services Inc. Mr. Sears graduated from DeVry Institute of Technology in
1989 with a degree in computer science.
Shane Lourensse - VP Business Development
Mr. Lourensse has over 10 years experience in
sales with software and technology based business solutions. Prior to joining
Phantom Fiber, he was a Senior Account Manager in the technology consulting
division of Telus, Canada’s second largest telecom and wireless carrier.
Previously, Mr. Lourensse was Sales Director for a publicly-traded
company specializing in software solutions for the online gaming market.
Dennis Logan - Director
Mr. Logan became a director in September 2007.
He currently serves as a Managing Director of Investment Banking for Desjardins
Securities. Prior to joining Desjardins Securities, from May 2005 until
June 2007, Mr. Logan was a Director in the Investment Banking Group at
Westwind Partners where he focused on both corporate finance and merger
& acquisition activity in the Real Estate, Technology and Special Situations
sectors. Before tha,t Mr. Loganheld Investment Banking positions with LOM
Ltd from August 2003 to January 2005, CIBC World Markets from April 2000
to May 2003 and TD Securities Inc. from May 1998 to April 2000. He began
his career in financial services in September 1994 as a staff accountant
with Ernst & Young LLP. Mr. Logan holds both an Honours BA Philosophy
& Economics (1991) and an MBA (1994) from the University of Toronto
and is a Chartered Accountant.
Shimon Constante - Director
Mr. Constante became a director in November 2006.
He is the CEO of mPortico, a private mobile distribution and marketing
services provider. Prior to founding mPortico, from March 2003 until August
2005, Mr. Constante was the Head of Mobile Business Development at 888.com,
an online entertainment company. Prior to that, from July 2000 until January
2002, Mr. Constante was the Head or Technology and Business Research at
Aduva, a privately-held technology company. Mr. Constante received a B.A.
in Psychology in 1999 and an Executive MBA from the Kellogg School of Management
at Northwestern University in 2004.
Konstantine Lucas - Director
Mr. Lucas became a director in February 2006.
He currently serves as Executive Vice President, Warner Bros. Domestic
Cable Distribution. Prior to his Warner Bros. employment, from September
1998 until April 2000, Mr. Lucas was a consultant to the media industry,
including cable networks and MGM Studios. Prior to that, from May 1995
to August 1998, Mr. Lucas was President of Programming for the Family Channel.
Before joining the Family Channel, from August 1986 to September 1993,
Mr. Lucas was Executive Vice-President, Viacom Entertainment Group, and
President, West Coast Operations and Viacom Productions. Before that, Mr.
Lucas held several positions at ABC Entertainment, culminating in his position
as Vice-President and Assistant to the President of ABC Entertainment.
Stephen Gesner - Director
Mr. Gesner became a director on February, 2006.
Mr. Gesner currently serves as the Executive Vice President and CIO of
Resolve Corporation. He previously served as Chief Information Officer
of Meridian Credit Union from April 2005 to December 2007. From May 2004
to March 2005, Mr. Gesner was the Vice President of Financial Services
Marketing for TELUS Communications. During the period May 2003 to December
2003, he served as the CTO for Cap Gemini Ernst and Young Canada. Before
that, Mr. Gesner worked for 14 years at TD Bank Financial Group. Mr. Gesner
began his career with Ford Motor Company of Canada in September 1979 and
held several positions in Finance, Treasury, Production Planning, and Industrial
Relations through December 1988. Mr. Gesner holds an Honours BSc from York
University (1977) and an MBA from the Schulich School of Business (1979).
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Company Contacts |
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Phantom Fiber Corporation
144 Front Street West, Suite 580
Toronto, Ontario
Canada, M5J 2L7
Phone: 416-703-4007
Fax: 416-703-0900
E-mail (IR): PHFB@firstcapitalinvestors.com
Website: www.phantomfiber.com
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