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10-Q: Myseum Reports Q2 Loss Amid Strategic Shift to AI & Digital Media

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Quarterly Report


Myseum, Inc. reported increased net losses and operating expenses in Q2 2025, alongside a strategic pivot towards AI-driven publishing and its Myseum social media platform, while addressing internal control weaknesses.

Delay expectedThe initial public offering of RPM Interactive shares is still pending, and its registration statement with the SEC is under review.
Capital raiseCompleted a common stock offering on January 9, 2025, selling 1,200,000 shares at $4.25 per share, generating net proceeds of $4,532,000.Entered into an Equity Sales Agreement on February 10, 2025, with The Benchmark Company, LLC, for an at-the-market offering program to sell up to $6,000,000 in common shares.Issued 750,000 shares of common stock to Benchmark on March 27, 2025, for future sale under the ATM offering.
Worse than expectedNet revenues decreased for both the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to the prior year periods.Net loss attributable to common shareholders increased for both the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to the prior year periods.Operating expenses increased for both the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to the prior year periods.Net cash used in operating activities increased for the six months ended June 30, 2025, indicating a higher cash burn.Cash and cash equivalents significantly decreased from December 31, 2024, to June 30, 2025.The company continues to generate operating losses and expects to do so in the foreseeable future.Identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting and ineffective disclosure controls.

Summary

  • Net revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2025, decreased to $78 from $151 in the prior year period.
  • Net loss attributable to common shareholders for the three months ended June 30, 2025, increased to $(1,216,872) from $(983,247) in the prior year period.
  • Operating expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2025, increased by 11.0% to $1,406,906, driven by higher compensation, marketing, and professional fees, despite a 97.8% reduction in research and development expenses.
  • For the six months ended June 30, 2025, net loss attributable to common shareholders increased to $(2,690,068) from $(2,121,059) in the prior year period.
  • Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $407,888 as of June 30, 2025, from $1,196,699 at December 31, 2024, but short-term investments significantly increased to $5,306,701.
  • Net cash used in operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2025, increased to $(2,610,978) from $(2,550,384) in the prior year period.
  • The company completed a common stock offering in January 2025, raising net proceeds of $4,532,000.
  • Myseum is actively developing its social network and multi-media storage platform and has repositioned its subsidiary, RPM Interactive, Inc., to focus on AI-generated publishing.
  • Development of "The Habytat" platform has ceased.
  • Management identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, including a lack of segregation of duties and insufficient management review.

Sentiment

Score: 3

Explanation: The company reported increased net losses and operating expenses, coupled with a significant decrease in cash and increased cash burn from operations. The identified material weaknesses in internal controls and ineffective disclosure controls are serious governance issues. Although a capital raise provided liquidity and strategic shifts are underway, the current financial performance and control environment present substantial challenges.

Positives

  • Successful capital raise in January 2025, generating net proceeds of $4,532,000, significantly bolstering liquidity.
  • Increased short-term investments to $5,306,701 as of June 30, 2025, from $2,952,512 at December 31, 2024, indicating a stronger investment portfolio.
  • Strategic pivot of RPM Interactive, Inc. towards AI-generated publishing of trivia mobile game apps and podcasts/vodcasts, potentially opening new growth avenues.
  • Launch of the Myseum social media platform, an innovative digital media and content management solution.
  • Significant reduction in research and development expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2025, to $11,000 from $459,976 in the prior year, reflecting a shift in development focus.
  • Management believes existing working capital and cash on hand are sufficient to meet operating needs for the next twelve months.

Negatives

  • Net revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2025, decreased by 48.3% to $78 from $151 in the prior year period.
  • Net loss attributable to common shareholders for the three months ended June 30, 2025, increased by 23.8% to $(1,216,872) from $(983,247).
  • Operating expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2025, increased by 11.0% to $1,406,906.
  • Net cash used in operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2025, increased to $(2,610,978) from $(2,550,384), indicating a higher cash burn rate.
  • Cash and cash equivalents decreased significantly to $407,888 as of June 30, 2025, from $1,196,699 at December 31, 2024.
  • Interest income, net, decreased for both the three-month and six-month periods ended June 30, 2025, compared to the prior year.
  • The company expects to continue generating operating losses in the foreseeable future.
  • Ceased development of "The Habytat" platform, indicating a failed or abandoned project.

Risks

  • Disclosure controls and procedures were not effective as of June 30, 2025, due to limited resources and employees.
  • Material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting were identified, including a lack of segregation of duties, insufficient multiple levels of management review on complex issues, and inadequate system and manual controls.
  • The company expects to continue generating operating losses in the foreseeable future, primarily due to corporate overhead, research and development, and public company costs.
  • Cash and cash equivalent balances at one financial institution exceeded FDIC limits by approximately $14,000 as of June 30, 2025, posing a risk in case of financial institution failure.
  • The initial public offering of RPM Interactive shares is still pending, and the registration statement is under review, indicating uncertainty regarding its completion.
  • Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that may cause actual results to differ materially.
  • Potential for material loss from the failure of a financial institution where cash is held could adversely affect the ability to pay operational expenses.
  • Future liquidity could be impacted by increased working capital requirements, research and development costs, addition of personnel, and public company costs.

Future Outlook

The company expects to continue generating operating losses in the foreseeable future due to corporate overhead, research and development, and costs associated with being a public company. Management believes existing working capital and cash on hand will provide sufficient liquidity for the next twelve months. The initial public offering of RPM Interactive is pending, with its registration statement under SEC review.

Management Comments

  • "We believe that ones right to privacy should not end the moment they click send, and that we all deserve the same right to privacy online that we enjoy in our own living rooms."
  • "We believe that our existing working capital and cash on hand will provide sufficient cash to enable the Company to meet its operating needs and debt requirements for the next twelve months from the issuance date of this report."
  • Management is committed to the remediation of identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, planning actions such as hiring additional accounting and finance personnel and establishing disbursement review and approval processes.

Industry Context

Myseum operates in the competitive cybersecurity, social media, and digital content management sectors. Its strategic shift towards AI-driven publishing through RPM Interactive aligns with broader industry trends leveraging generative AI for content creation and distribution. The focus on privacy in its DatChat Messenger product addresses growing user concerns about data security and control, a key differentiator in the social media landscape. The cessation of "The Habytat" Metaverse project indicates a re-prioritization of resources towards more immediate or promising AI and digital media ventures, reflecting the dynamic and rapidly evolving nature of the technology industry.

Comparison to Industry Standards

  • NA

Management Changes

RolePrevious PersonNew PersonEffective DateReason
Chief Executive Officer of RPM InteractiveNAMichael MathewsUpon closing of RPM Interactive's initial public offeringAppointment to lead RPM Interactive's new strategic focus.
Chief Financial Officer of RPM InteractiveNAW. David LinsleyUpon closing of RPM Interactive's initial public offeringAppointment to support RPM Interactive's new strategic focus.
Chief Technology Officer of RPM InteractiveNADaniel WarrenUpon closing of RPM Interactive's initial public offeringAppointment to lead technology development for RPM Interactive's new strategic focus.

Corporate Governance

Change TypeDescriptionEffective DateImpact Assessment
Internal Control WeaknessesIdentified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, including lack of segregation of duties, insufficient multiple levels of management review on complex issues, and inadequate system and manual controls. Disclosure controls and procedures were deemed not effective.As of June 30, 2025Significantly impacts the reliability of financial reporting and the ability to prevent or detect material misstatements. Requires immediate remediation efforts.
Equity Incentive Plan AmendmentShareholders approved to amend the 2021 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan to increase the number of shares reserved for issuances thereunder to 1,000,000 shares from 600,000.August 6, 2025Increases the pool of shares available for stock-based compensation, potentially impacting future dilution but also providing incentives for employees and directors.

Legal Proceedings

  • Currently not aware of any legal proceedings or claims that will have a material adverse effect on the business, financial condition, or operating results.

Related Party Transactions

  • Darin Myman's wife (CEO of Myseum, Inc.) was employed as an executive secretary, earning $36,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, and $36,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024.
  • VR Interactive LLC, a company 45% owned by Darin Myman (Myseum's CEO) and 3.75% owned by Peter Shelus (Myseum's CTO and director), purchased 8,000,000 shares of RPM Interactive from Metabizz shareholders for $120,000 on January 10, 2024, making VR Interactive a 25% non-controlling interest in RPM Interactive.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders: Experienced increased net losses and dilution from recent stock offerings. The identified internal control weaknesses pose a risk to financial transparency and investor confidence. The strategic shift and potential RPM Interactive IPO offer future growth prospects, but current performance is challenging.
  • Employees: Compensation and related expenses increased, partly due to stock-based compensation, indicating ongoing incentives. New management appointments at RPM Interactive signal a focused direction for the subsidiary.
  • Customers: The launch of the Myseum social media platform and continued development of DatChat Messenger aim to enhance user experience and privacy. RPM Interactive's pivot to AI-generated content targets new consumer markets.
  • Creditors: The company's liquidity position, bolstered by a recent capital raise and short-term investments, is deemed sufficient for the next twelve months, which is positive for creditors. However, ongoing operating losses and cash burn remain a concern.

Next Steps

  • Implement remediation plans for identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, including hiring additional accounting and finance personnel and establishing disbursement review and approval processes.
  • Continue with the pending initial public offering of RPM Interactive, with its registration statement currently under SEC review.
  • Utilize the technology developed for the ceased "The Habytat" platform in other ways.
  • Continue to raise capital through the active at-the-market offering program for up to $6,000,000.
  • Continue development of the Myseum social media platform and RPM Interactive's AI-driven publishing initiatives.

Key Dates

DateDescription
2014-12-04Myseum, Inc. (then YssUp, Inc.) incorporated in Nevada.
2015-03-04Company name changed to Dat Chat, Inc.
2016-08-01Board approved name change to DatChat, Inc.
2021-07-26Company adopted the 2021 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan.
2021-08-27Company entered into an employment agreement with Darin Myman (CEO).
2021-10-01Commencement of modified facility lease term.
2022-06-16Company formed majority-owned subsidiary, RPM Interactive, Inc. (under name SmarterVerse, Inc.).
2022-12-06Shelf registration statement on Form S-3 declared effective by SEC.
2022-12-19Shareholders approved to amend 2021 Equity Plan to increase shares to 300,000.
2023-01-06Board approved a stock repurchase program for up to $2 million.
2023-02-14RPM Interactive entered into a subscription agreement with Metabizz, LLC; Metabizz, LLC and Metabizz SAS determined to be variable interest entities.
2023-08-04Board filed Certificate of Designation of Preferences, Rights and Limitations of Series B Preferred Stock; issued 2,000,000 Series B preferred shares.
2023-11-10Board approved adoption of Amended and Restated 2021 Equity Plan.
2024-01-10VR Interactive LLC purchased 8,000,000 shares of RPM Interactive from Metabizz shareholders.
2024-01-16Company entered into an underwriting agreement for public offering of common stock and pre-funded warrants.
2024-02-14RPM Interactive changed name from SmarterVerse, Inc. to Dragon Interactive Corporation.
2024-03-31Company deconsolidated Metabizz, LLC and Metabizz SAS.
2024-08-07RPM Interactive changed name from Dragon Interactive Corporation to Dragon Interact, Inc.
2024-08-27Company entered into Asset Purchase Agreement with Judaopta LLC to acquire RenAI Software and domain names.
2024-10-29RPM Interactive acquired 100% of RPM Florida shares in exchange for 3,500,000 shares of RPM Interactive common stock.
2024-11-21RPM Interactive changed name from Dragon Interact, Inc. to RPM Interactive, Inc.
2024-12-13Shareholders approved to amend 2021 Equity Plan to increase shares to 600,000.
2024-12-31Fiscal year end for which audited financial statements were included in Annual Report on Form 10-K.
2025-01-07Company entered into engagement agreement with The Benchmark Company, LLC as exclusive placement agent.
2025-01-08Company entered into securities purchase agreement with institutional investors to sell 1,200,000 shares of common stock.
2025-01-09Closing of the January 2025 common stock offering.
2025-01-14Company agreed to cancel 3,500,000 shares of RPM Common Stock; granted 260,000 stock options.
2025-02-10Company entered into a Sales Agreement with The Benchmark Company, LLC for an at-the-market offering program up to $6,000,000.
2025-03-27Company issued 750,000 shares of common stock to Benchmark for future sale via ATM offering.
2025-04-08RPM Interactive entered into employment agreements with Michael Mathews (CEO), W. David Linsley (CFO), and Daniel Warren (CTO).
2025-04-24Company entered into an amendment agreement to modify its facility lease.
2025-05-01Commencement of new facility lease term.
2025-06-08Company granted 65,000 stock options.
2025-06-30End of the quarterly period covered by this report.
2025-08-06Shareholders approved to amend 2021 Equity Plan to increase shares to 1,000,000.
2025-08-07Myseum, Inc. filed a Certificate of Amendment to change its name from DatChat, Inc. to Myseum, Inc.
2025-08-14Date of filing of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.

Recommendation

sell

The company exhibits significant financial distress with consistently increasing net losses and operating expenses, coupled with a substantial decrease in cash and increased cash burn from operations. While a recent capital raise provides temporary liquidity, the underlying business model is not generating meaningful revenue ($78 in Q2 2025) and relies heavily on external financing. Critically, the identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting and ineffective disclosure controls raise serious concerns about governance, financial reliability, and management oversight. The strategic pivots to AI and a new social media platform are speculative and have not yet demonstrated a path to profitability. Given the poor financial performance, high cash burn, and significant internal control deficiencies, the stock carries substantial risk and is not a viable investment at this time.

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