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LiveOne (formerly known as LiveXLive) is a Los Angeles-based streaming platform that provides livestreams of concerts and festivals, curated radio stations, podcasts, and original artist video and audio content.

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History

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LiveXLive

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LiveXLive was founded by Rob Ellin[1] in 2015. It acquired Wantickets in February 2016, allowing the business to enter the music ticketing sector.[2] It lost $14.2 million in fiscal year 2016, on revenue of $225,000. In 2017, the company began signing content partnerships with internet personalities, including Amanda Cerny, King Bach, and Jake Paul,[3][4] with Cerny later named head of its talent division.[5] In August 2017, its parent company, Loton Corp, became LiveXLive Media.[6]

In September 2017, LiveXLive acquired Slacker Radio for $50 million.[7][8] When the deal closed in January 2018, Slacker had 1.5 million monthly active and 400,00 paid subscribers,[9][10] and was rebranded as LiveXLive in April 2019.[11] By the end of June 2020, it had 877,000 subscribers.[12] LiveXLive launched its IPO at the end of 2017, becoming a public company.[13][14]

In May 2018, LiveXLive signed a five-year deal with Sziget Festival to be its official livestreaming and content partner.[15] The company also introduced Live Zone, its on-site coverage experience, featuring pre- and post-show reporting.[16] By January 2019, the company had a roster of over 27 festivals, including EDC, Life Is Beautiful, HARD Summer, Rock In Rio, and Rolling Loud.[17]

Beginning in 2020, LiveXLive announced several acquisitions and new offerings as part of its effort to expand throughout the music industry. In February, the company announced the acquisition of EDM promoter React Presents for $2 million.[18] It bought PodcastOne for $18.1 million in May.[19][20] At the time, its library of 300 podcasts generated over 2.1 billion downloads per year.[21] It also launched a pay-per-view live stream offering for performances and events.[22] In June, the company launched its LiveXLive streaming app for smart TVs.[23]

As a publicly traded company, LiveXLive drew criticism when it received nearly $2 million in PPP loans from the federal government during the COVID-19 pandemic. Acquiring PodcastOne after receiving the loan also put the company in danger of an audit, though LiveXLive remained committed to keeping the money.[24][25]

The company announced a content and revenue sharing partnership with Pitbull in July 2020. The deal included PPV live performances starting that fall and the launch of a video podcast on PodcastOne.[26] In October, it announced the acquisition of Addison, IL-based merch business, Custom Personalization Solutions.[27] In November, LiveXLive launched a music publishing division[28] as well as a 24/7 music channel on the free tier of Sling TV.[12]

LiveXLive acquired Modern Drummer in May 2021[29] and brand development company Gramophone Media, Inc. in June.[30] Also in June, the company produced and distributed the controversial Social Gloves: Battle of the Platforms pay-per-view event that pit YouTube and TikTok influencers against one another.[31][32] LiveXLive quickly followed up with an all-female event called Self Made KO.[33]

LiveOne

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In September 2021, the company announced its rebrand from LiveXLive to LiveOne.[34] React Presents was rebranded as ReactOne and Slacker Radio became SlackerOne. The company's pay-per-view business was spun out as a separate public company, PPVOne.[35] At this time, the company had streamed 1,800 artists since January 2020, and boasted a library of nearly 30 million songs, 500 curated radio stations, and hundreds of pay-per-view channels.[36]

In June 2022, US performance rights organization SoundExchange sued Slacker, Inc. and LiveOne over unpaid royalties. The lawsuit claimed that Slacker had stopped paying statutory royalties to creators in 2017, after the acquisition by LiveOne (then LiveXLive).[37] On October 13, the United States District Court for the Central District of California ordered Slacker and LiveOne to pay $9.7 million in unpaid royalties.[38]

In May 2023, a press release announced a proposed plan for the company to acquire certain IP assets from the Kast Media, podcasting network.[39] However, it was later revealed that Kast was not paying its creators when multiple podcasters spoke out against the company. A report from The Verge detailed that the deal would have involved Kast paying a portion of the ad revenue owed if the creators agreed to a deal to join PodcastOne's network.[40]

Starting in 2022, LiveOne planned to spin off PodcastOne and Slacker Radio as separate companies.[41] In September 2023, PodcastOne was officially spun out,[42] but its stock price quickly tumbled following the Kast Media allegations.[40] Plans for Slacker to be merged with a special-purpose acquisition company were scrapped in October.[43]

For years, the company's streaming app was included in Tesla's Premium Connectivity subscription. However, this changed starting in December 2024. As a result of the company losing a significant revenue stream, LiveOne's stock price fell by 23% when the change was announced in October.[44] But the company rolled out discounted premium options and a free tier for Tesla users,[45][46] and by the end of the year, LiveOne had 450,000 listeners, claiming that user engagement actually increased.[47] By April 2025, the company had 1.5 million subscribers.[48]

Following the sale of Napster for $207 million, LiveOne announced in April 2025 that it would explore strategic options for the company that could include selling itself or its podcasting and streaming divisions.[49]

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LiveOne, Inc. (: LVO) is an American digital media company headquartered in , that provides a streaming platform for music, live entertainment, podcasts, and related content. Incorporated in 2009 as Loton Corp. and later renamed LiveXLive Media, Inc., the company rebranded to LiveOne in October 2021 to reflect its expanded focus on comprehensive music and entertainment experiences. The platform combines premium livestreams of concerts and festivals featuring artists such as and , over 500 curated radio stations across genres like pop, country, and hip hop, hundreds of podcasts including The Show and Nappy Boy Radio with , and on-demand audio and video content from more than 3,000 artists. A key component of LiveOne's offerings is Radio, which it acquired in December 2017 for $50 million, integrating personalized and boosting its subscription-based revenue to over $65 million by 2024. The service also includes original programming like Live Zone and I Am The DJ, as well as LiveOne TV, a 24/7 music channel available on platforms such as . LiveOne emphasizes creator-first experiences and monetization through advertising, branded entertainment, and technology that connects artists with fans globally. Recognized as a 2020 Top 10 "Best Online Music Streaming Service" by , LiveOne is accessible across multiple devices including , Android, smart TVs, and web browsers, serving as an all-in-one destination for music discovery and live events.

Overview

Description

LiveOne is a Los Angeles-based company that operates as a streaming platform specializing in livestreams of concerts and festivals, on-demand music, curated radio stations, and podcasts. Headquartered in , it serves as an all-in-one destination for music and , delivering premium global content through memberships, live events, and interactive experiences that connect artists with fans worldwide. The company's core business segments include subscription-based audio services, a podcasting network, and live event streaming, enabling users to access ad-free listening, offline playback, and exclusive original content. Originally incorporated in 2009, LiveOne incorporates major subsidiaries such as for personalized music streaming and PodcastOne for advertiser-supported audio content. As of April 2025, LiveOne reported exceeding 1.5 million subscribers and ad-supported users, reflecting its growth in the competitive digital entertainment landscape. In November 2025, the company reported Q2 fiscal 2026 revenue of $18.8 million.

Corporate structure

LiveOne, Inc. is headquartered at 269 South Beverly Drive, Suite 1450, in , where it conducts its primary operations focused on digital media, including music streaming, podcasting, and live entertainment platforms. The company's legal status as a public entity stems from its incorporation in 2009 under the name Loton Corp., with a subsequent to LiveXLive Media, Inc. in 2017, and it trades on the stock exchange under the ticker symbol . The ownership structure of LiveOne is characterized by significant control held by its founder, Robert S. Ellin, who serves as CEO and Chairman and owns approximately 22.8% of the company's shares as the largest individual shareholder. Institutional investors play a key role, with approximately 30% institutional ownership overall; major holders include FMR LLC (5.2%). LiveOne's global reach is supported by strategic partnerships aimed at international expansion, exemplified by the October 2025 announcement of plans to launch its subsidiary LiveOneAfrica in partnership with Virtuosity Music Group to tap into the African music market. This initiative, backed by planned funding of up to $20 million through UK Structured Finance Ltd., underscores the company's efforts to extend its operations beyond .

History

Founding and early development

LiveOne, originally incorporated as Loton, Corp. in on December 28, 2009, underwent a significant refocus in 2015 under the leadership of Rob Ellin, who became its founder and . Relocating its headquarters to , , the company rebranded as LiveXLive and shifted its operations toward building a premium network dedicated to live experiences. This pivot marked the beginning of its core mission to create a live social network offering premium live-streamed and on-demand video content, addressing the growing demand for accessible live in a digital format. Ellin's initial efforts centered on securing and content partnerships to establish the platform's viability. He raised capital through sales of equity and debt securities, enabling the company to its early development amid limited initial . Key milestones included negotiating exclusive broadcast and distribution rights for major festivals, starting with a partnership for in 2015, which allowed LiveXLive to launch its first livestream events featuring high-profile artists like and Metallica. Subsequent deals for events such as Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival and Hangout Music Festival further expanded its content library, with streams beginning in 2015 and 2016, respectively. These early broadcasts helped prototype the platform's technology, including the LXL App released in 2017 for and Android to enhance user engagement through live video streaming and video-on-demand features. Despite these advancements, LiveXLive faced substantial pre-2021 challenges in building its user base against entrenched competitors in the streaming industry, such as and , which dominated on-demand audio and video markets with larger resources and established content relationships. The company reported significant operating losses, totaling over $9 million in the nine months ended December 31, 2016, due to high development costs and minimal revenue from its nascent platform. Auditors raised going-concern doubts in 2016, highlighting the risks of sustaining operations without rapid subscriber growth or additional financing, as the niche focus on live events struggled to differentiate amid broader streaming saturation.

Acquisitions and expansion

LiveOne's expansion strategy from 2018 to 2021 emphasized acquisitions to diversify beyond livestreaming into radio, podcasting, merchandising, and live event production, building a multi-platform audio ecosystem. In 2017, the company acquired Radio, an ad-supported , for $50 million, marking its entry into on-demand audio and radio segments. This move integrated Slacker's personalized radio stations and content library into LiveOne's offerings, enhancing user engagement through algorithmic recommendations and expanding its subscriber base. Subsequent acquisitions further solidified this growth. In February 2020, LiveOne acquired React Presents, a Chicago-based promoter, for $2 million in a convertible note deal; React Presents generated nearly $15 million in revenue in 2019 and promoted over 250 events annually, including the Spring Awakening Music Festival, bolstering LiveOne's live event production capabilities. In July 2020, LiveOne acquired PodcastOne, a leading podcast network, for $18.1 million, venturing into the burgeoning podcasting market with ad-supported programming that generated over 2.1 billion downloads annually. Later that year, in December 2020, it completed the all-stock acquisition of Custom Personalization Solutions (CPS), an e-commerce merchandise firm, valued at approximately $12 million and reporting $19 million in 2019 revenue, to bolster merchandising capabilities. Additionally, in late 2020, LiveOne launched its DayOne Music Publishing division to manage music rights and publishing, complementing its content ecosystem without a traditional acquisition structure. These integrations allowed seamless across livestreams, on-demand audio, and merchandise, fostering a unified . Key to this period were strategic partnerships for content rights, including negotiations securing exclusive streaming deals for over 25 major festivals and 50 by 2018, such as collaborations with industry leaders for global distribution. These agreements provided LiveOne with rights to produce and live across major territories, driving audience growth and diversification from pure livestreaming to include on-demand audio formats. The impact was evident in progression, rising from $7 million in fiscal 2018 to $65 million by fiscal 2021, reflecting successful ecosystem expansion.

Rebranding and recent initiatives

In September 2021, LiveXLive announced a comprehensive to LiveOne, Inc., aiming to reflect its evolving focus on music streaming, podcasting, and live events beyond traditional livestreaming. The corporate name change was completed on October 6, 2021, coinciding with the shift of its stock symbol from LIXL to LVO. As part of this , the company planned to spin out its business into a separate public entity branded as PPVOne, allowing LiveOne to streamline operations around its core subscription and content platforms. The rebrand extended to key subsidiaries, aligning them under the "One" nomenclature to emphasize unified branding, though as of 2025, subsidiaries such as React Presents and Radio continue to operate under their original names. LiveXLive's live music promotion arm, React Presents—acquired in 2020—was planned to be renamed ReactOne to highlight its role in event production and artist development. Similarly, its music subscription service, Radio, was planned to be rebranded as SlackerOne, reinforcing integration with the parent company's ecosystem. This acquisition of PodcastOne in 2020 had influenced the broader rebrand by expanding LiveOne's audio content portfolio. From 2022 onward, LiveOne pursued strategic initiatives to drive growth amid competitive pressures in . In October 2025, the company signed a to launch its subsidiary LiveOneAfrica in partnership with Music Group, targeting talent development and original across African markets to tap into emerging music ecosystems as of November 2025. This move supports broader global expansion efforts, including a renewed partnership with Tesla announced in October 2024, which extends exclusive streaming access in vehicles through May 2026 and offers discounted subscriptions to Tesla customers. However, these expansions have occurred against a backdrop of financial challenges, prompting corrective actions to maintain market stability. In 2025, LiveOne implemented a one-for-ten , effective September 26, to regain compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirement and avert delisting after receiving a on September 25. The company appealed the delisting determination while emphasizing its commitment to global initiatives like LiveOneAfrica to bolster long-term positioning.

Products and services

Music streaming and livestreaming

LiveOne's music streaming and livestreaming services center on two primary platforms: LiveXLive, which specializes in livestreamed concerts and festivals, and Radio, which offers curated and personalized radio stations. LiveXLive provides access to live performances from over 3,000 artists, including major acts such as and , alongside on-demand video replays of events. Radio delivers more than 500 handcrafted streaming stations across genres like pop, country, hip hop, and , recognized as a top online music streaming service by in 2020. Key features include premium memberships that unlock ad-free listening, unlimited skips, offline downloads, high-quality audio, and full on-demand access to millions of songs and videos. The platforms incorporate personalized recommendations based on users' listening and viewing history, with algorithmic suggestions for albums, stations, and live events displayed prominently in the interface. Recent enhancements involve AI-driven signals for targeted user engagement, such as personalized prompts derived from behavioral and data, including a July 2025 partnership between Slacker Radio and Intuizi to drive subscription growth through AI-powered marketing. Content partnerships emphasize exclusive event rights and artist collaborations, enabling unique live sessions and festival broadcasts. For instance, LiveOne has secured deals for livestreaming major events like festivals, accumulating over 15 million views for such content between 2018 and 2022. Original programming, such as the Live Zone series, features artist-curated sessions and daily shows that blend live performances with interactive elements. User experience is optimized for seamless access across devices, including mobile apps for and Android, web browsers, smart TVs like and , and voice-enabled speakers such as . Global streaming supports low-latency technology to minimize delays during live events, ensuring real-time engagement for international audiences. The integrated app interface combines music playback, video streaming, and event discovery in a single, intuitive environment rated highly for ease of use.

Podcasting and radio

LiveOne's podcasting operations are primarily managed through its subsidiary PodcastOne, a leading network that produces and distributes original and acquired content across various genres. Acquired by LiveOne in July 2020, PodcastOne features 207 shows that have collectively surpassed 4 billion downloads, positioning it as the ninth-largest U.S. podcast publisher according to Podtrac rankings in October 2025. The network excels in categories such as true crime and comedy, with partnerships like the renewal of five true crime series from A+E Networks that have exceeded 160 million downloads. Notable true crime offerings include serialized investigations that draw millions of listeners, while comedy programs emphasize unfiltered humor and celebrity interviews. PodcastOne's content spans sports and entertainment, with flagship shows like The Adam Carolla Show, a long-running comedy and talk series that celebrated its 4,000th episode in 2025, and The Jordan Harbinger Show, focusing on interviews with experts in psychology and current events. In sports, titles such as The Schaub Show hosted by UFC fighter Brendan Schaub and Notsam Wrestling provide in-depth analysis and wrestler interviews, contributing to the network's strong listener engagement in these verticals. Complementing its podcasting, LiveOne offers radio services through its Radio platform, which provides ad-supported free access and premium tiers for an enhanced experience. The free tier includes limited skips and advertisements, while premium subscriptions, such as LiveOne Plus, deliver ad-free listening, unlimited skips, and high-fidelity audio across hundreds of curated channels. These channels are programmed by experts and cover genres including news/talk, , pop, hip-hop, , and rock, with dedicated stations for news from sources like ABC and sports content from . PodcastOne handles production through in-house capabilities, including the 2024-launched PodcastOne Pro service, which offers full-spectrum support from scripting to polished audio editing for brands and creators. Content is distributed widely via major platforms like , , and , reaching over 1 billion monthly listeners across LiveOne's ecosystem. Monetization occurs primarily through advertising and sponsorships, bolstered by partnerships such as the 2024 exclusive deal with for programmatic audio ads and migrations to hosting services like Amazon's ART19 to optimize ad revenue streams.

Merchandise and additional offerings

LiveOne's merchandising arm, operating through its subsidiary Custom Personalization Solutions (CPS), specializes in e-commerce platforms for artist apparel, event gear, and personalized branded merchandise. Acquired in December 2020, CPS facilitates direct-to-consumer sales, including custom products like embroidered apparel and accessories tailored for music and entertainment clients. This service integrates with LiveOne's livestreaming ecosystem, allowing real-time merchandise promotions and purchases during events to enhance fan engagement. In 2021, LiveOne partnered with Merchbar to expand its catalog, distributing products from over 35,000 artists via an online store accessible 24/7 across its platforms. Following the company's rebranding, CPS was renamed PersonalizedMerchOne to align with LiveOne's unified ecosystem. In music , LiveOne's DayOne Music Publishing division manages song rights, royalties, and for a diverse roster of artists and creators. Established as a key , DayOne focuses on administering publishing catalogs and facilitating licensing opportunities for sync placements in media, , and gaming. In 2023, DayOne acquired a majority interest in Splitmind, a Los Angeles-based music collective of producers and songwriters known for contributions to major label releases, including Grammy-nominated tracks for artists like and . The acquisition also included Drumify, an and toolset for beat-makers and producers, offering royalty-retaining sound packs, MIDI kits, and AI-powered search features for music creation. Drumify supports emerging creators by providing production resources used in high-profile projects, such as tracks for and NBA YoungBoy. Beyond core merchandising and publishing, LiveOne offers niche branded products through initiatives like its wine venture. In July 2023, the company launched , a Naked Chardonnay developed in collaboration with R&B artist —named after his 2009 hit single—and winemaker Russell Bevan, sourced from Washington state's vineyards. This 12.5% ABV offering targets music fans with a celebratory theme, expanding distribution into major U.S. markets like and Georgia by September 2024 via partnerships with distributors such as . These supplementary services generate revenue primarily through e-commerce commissions on sales and licensing agreements for publishing assets, complementing LiveOne's broader portfolio.

Leadership and governance

Executive leadership

Robert S. Ellin serves as the founder, Chairman, and of LiveOne, Inc., a position he has held since the company's inception in 2009. In this role, Ellin drives the overall corporate strategy, overseeing operations for both the core LiveOne music streaming and livestreaming platform and the Radio unit, which LiveOne acquired to enhance its personalized audio offerings. His leadership has emphasized expansion into digital media ecosystems, including the integration of acquired assets to bolster content distribution and user engagement. Ellin has played a pivotal role in key strategic decisions, including the 2021 rebranding from LiveXLive to LiveOne, which unified the company's branding around its streaming and entertainment services while planning a spin-out of its business. Post-2021, he has influenced subsequent acquisitions and partnerships, such as appointing advisors to lead efforts amid ongoing restructuring initiatives. Leadership changes under his direction include the promotion of Ryan Carhart to in February 2025 and the addition of specialized advisors for in mid-2025. Other key executives include Ryan Carhart, who was elevated from Interim Chief Financial Officer to full effective February 19, 2025, bringing over 20 years of experience in media and sectors. For subsidiaries, Kit Gray serves as President and Co-Founder of PodcastOne, a major LiveOne entity focused on podcast production and distribution, with a tenure spanning the unit's growth since its integration. No dedicated is prominently listed in current leadership disclosures, with technology oversight integrated into broader operational teams. Executive compensation at LiveOne typically combines base , performance-based bonuses, and equity incentives to align with long-term growth objectives. For 2025, Ellin's total compensation totaled $558,584, comprising primarily a $500,000 base and additional non-equity components, with no reported bonuses. Similarly, Carhart's package emphasizes fixed elements at approximately 71% of total pay, supplemented by equity grants. Gray's compensation for PodcastOne reached $402,640 in recent filings, structured with and awards to support content expansion.

Board of directors

The Board of Directors of LiveOne, Inc. consists of seven members as of the 2025 annual meeting, with six independent directors under listing standards. The board emphasizes expertise in media, entertainment, finance, and consumer products to guide the company's strategy in music streaming and . Robert S. Ellin serves as Chairman, overlapping with his role as CEO, while the independent directors bring diverse professional backgrounds to support oversight and governance. Key board members include:
  • Robert S. Ellin, age 60, Founder, Chairman, and CEO since 2009, with over 25 years in investment and turnaround management, including prior roles at Trinad Capital; he does not serve on standing committees.
  • Jay Krigsman, age 60, since 2023, with expertise in and ; he chairs the and Compensation Committees and serves on the Nominating and Committees; appointed Chairman effective September 5, 2025.
  • Ramin Arani, age 55, since 2023, with 26+ years in investment management at and other finance roles; he chairs the and Nominating Committees and serves on the and Compensation Committees.
  • Patrick Wachsberger, age 73, since 2023, a media and entertainment veteran who co-founded Lionsgate Motion Picture Group and served as its Co-CEO; he serves on the Compensation Committee.
  • Kenneth Solomon, age 62, since 2019, with extensive media and sports television experience as former President of MSG Networks; he serves on the .
  • Bridget L. Baker, age 63, since 2019, expert in media distribution and with prior executive roles at and ; she serves on the Compensation Committee and represents gender diversity on the board as the sole female member.
  • Kristopher Wright, age 50, , with background in consumer products and marketing as Vice President at Jordan Footwear (Nike); he serves on the Nominating Committee.
The board maintains independence with six non-employee directors, adhering to requirements for majority independence. It promotes diversity through varied professional experiences, though diversity is limited to one director. During fiscal year 2025 (ended March 31, 2025), the full board met twice, with committees convening as required, such as the meeting four times. practices include a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, an Policy, and annual board elections, with all directors standing for re-election at the 2025 annual meeting held on September 8, 2025. Recent changes include the resignation of Craig L. Foster effective October 4, 2024, leaving a vacancy that LiveOne plans to fill by the 2026 annual meeting in compliance with rules.

Financials and market position

Revenue and key metrics

LiveOne's revenue for fiscal year 2025, ended March 31, 2025, reached $114.4 million, marking a continued upward trajectory from $7.2 million in fiscal year 2018. This growth reflects the company's expansion in and entertainment, with audio-related segments—primarily streaming via and podcasting through PodcastOne—accounting for over 94% of at approximately $108 million. Streaming services contributed more than 50% of overall , driven by subscription and models, while podcasts and related generated $52.1 million from PodcastOne alone. Merchandise sales, including artist-related , represented a smaller portion, supporting diversified but ancillary income streams. Key operational metrics underscore LiveOne's scale in the competitive music streaming landscape. As of March 2025, the company reported 1.4 million subscribers and ad-supported users, a milestone bolstered by integrations such as Tesla vehicle audio systems. (ARPU) exceeded $5, reflecting a 60% year-over-year increase attributed to premium tier conversions and enhancements. Slacker's streaming segment drove significant contributions, with its ad-supported subscribers surpassing 1 million by late 2025, while PodcastOne's network added robust ad revenue through high-profile content partnerships. The company's growth trends demonstrate resilience amid market shifts, with fiscal year 2022 revenue hitting a then-record $117 million before stabilizing around $114 million in fiscal 2025. This evolution from modest origins in 2018 highlights the impact of strategic acquisitions like Slacker in 2017 and subsequent expansions into podcasts and livestreaming. The October 2025 launch of subsidiary LiveOneAfrica, in partnership with Virtuosity Music Group, is poised to accelerate international growth by targeting Africa's burgeoning music market, potentially adding new revenue streams through localized streaming and content licensing. For the first half of fiscal year 2026 (ended September 30, 2025), revenue reached $38 million, with the audio division contributing $36.6 million and adjusted EBITDA over $1.1 million. On profitability, LiveOne emphasized adjusted EBITDA, reporting $8.4 million for fiscal year 2025, which exceeded initial guidance by $6 million despite ongoing investments in user acquisition and technology. This metric highlights operational efficiencies in core segments, with PodcastOne achieving record adjusted EBITDA of $0.9 million in its fiscal fourth quarter alone. However, liquidity remains a challenge, as evidenced by a current ratio of 0.43 at the end of fiscal 2025, signaling potential constraints in meeting short-term obligations without additional financing.

Stock performance and challenges

LiveOne became a publicly traded company in December 2017 following its (IPO) on the under the LIVX. The company completed a merger with Radio in January 2018. In October 2021, the company rebranded from LiveXLive Media to LiveOne and changed its to LVO. Since then, LiveOne's has experienced significant volatility, ranging from peaks above $200 million in 2021 to lows around $40 million by mid-2025, reflecting broader challenges in the sector and company-specific financial pressures. To address declining share prices and comply with NASDAQ Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), which requires a minimum bid price of $1.00, LiveOne implemented a one-for-ten effective September 26, 2025, reducing outstanding shares by 90% and converting every ten pre-split shares into one post-split share. This stockholder-approved measure was part of broader delisting avoidance efforts, including an appeal of a September 25, 2025, delisting determination from ; by October 14, 2025, the company regained compliance with the rule. LiveOne has faced ongoing challenges related to and , with a of 0.68 and of 0.64 as of September 2025, indicating potential short-term financial strain despite efforts to improve through . In a stockholder letter dated October 1, 2025, CEO Robert Ellin highlighted the completion of a $45 million initiative that eliminated $14 million in short-term liabilities and reduced headcount to 95 employees, while reiterating the company's commitment to value creation amid covenant compliance. activities include upcoming guidance updates, such as the Q2 FY2026 earnings release and scheduled for November 12, 2025.

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