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Paragraph-level year-over-year comparison of iSpecimen Inc.'s 2024 and 2025 10-K annual filings, covering the Business, Risk Factors, Legal Proceedings, Cybersecurity, MD&A and Market Risk sections. Every new, removed and edited paragraph is highlighted side-by-side so you can see exactly what management changed in the 2025 report.

+339 added284 removedSource: 10-K (2026-04-01) vs 10-K (2025-04-14)

Top changes in iSpecimen Inc.'s 2025 10-K

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Item 1. Business

Business — how the company describes what it does

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Biggest changeOur Products and Services The iSpecimen Marketplace currently supports the supply chain management and bioprocurement process for specimens and associated data. We derive our revenue by procuring specimens from our healthcare provider network and then distributing these annotated biospecimens to our research client base.
Biggest changeThe Company derive its revenue by procuring specimens from its healthcare provider network and then distributing these annotated biospecimens to its research client base. Set out below is information about the assets and liabilities as at December 31, 2025 and 2024 and profit or loss from each segment for the year ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
Overview iSpecimen is technology-driven company founded to address a critical challenge: how to connect life science researchers who need human biofluids, tissues, and living cells (“biospecimens”) for their research, with the billions of biospecimens available (but not easily accessible) in healthcare provider organizations worldwide.
The Company has developed and launched a proprietary online marketplace platform that connects medical researchers who need access to subjects, samples, and data, with hospitals, laboratories, and other organizations who have access to them. iSpecimen is a technology-driven company founded to address a critical challenge: how to connect life science researchers who need human biofluids, tissues, and living cells (“biospecimens”) for their research, with biospecimens available (but not easily accessible) in healthcare provider organizations worldwide.
Our ground-breaking iSpecimen Marketplace platform was designed to solve this problem and transform the biospecimen procurement process to accelerate medical discovery. The iSpecimen Marketplace brings new capabilities to a highly fragmented and inefficient biospecimen procurement market.
The iSpecimen Marketplace platform was designed to solve this problem and transform the biospecimen procurement process to accelerate medical discovery. The Company is headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts and its principal market is North America. The Company operates as one operating and reporting segment.
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Item 1. Business Our Mission, Vision, and Core Values iSpecimen’s mission is to accelerate life science research, discovery and development with a global marketplace platform that connects researchers to subjects, specimens, and associated data. Our vision is to create an “Amazon-like” global Marketplace of patients, biospecimens, and data for research to improve the quality of human life.
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Balance Sheets December 31, 2025 December 31, 2024 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 6,880,835 $ 1,878,408 Accounts receivable and other receivables, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $646,067 and $620,433 at December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively 48,298 1,444,636 Inventory — 45,110 Prepaid expenses and other current assets 25,457 219,782 Total current assets 6,954,590 3,587,936 Property and equipment, net 25,543 93,563 Internally developed software, net 1,270,017 4,611,954 Intangible assets under development 1,000,000 — Other intangible assets, net — 716,700 Operating lease right-of-use asset 269,160 327,977 Security deposits 12,100 12,100 Total assets $ 9,531,410 $ 9,350,230 LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY Current liabilities: Accounts payable $ 5,362,604 $ 4,197,561 Accrued expenses 619,242 1,168,786 Operating lease current obligation 56,925 43,369 Deferred revenue 192,535 360,708 Total current liabilities 6,231,306 5,770,424 Operating lease long-term obligation 211,873 268,798 Total liabilities 6,443,179 6,039,222 Commitments and contingencies (See Note 9) Stockholders’ equity Common stock, $0.0001 par value, 200,000,000 shares authorized, 8,480,147 issued and 8,478,597 outstanding at December 31, 2025 and 1,698,454 issued and 1,696,904 outstanding at December 31, 2024 848 170 Series C convertible preferred stock, $0.0001 par value 50,000,000 shares authorized, 6,875 issued and outstanding at December 31, 2025 and Nil issued and outstanding as at December 31, 2024 1 — Additional paid-in capital 85,437,703 75,173,627 Treasury stock, 1,550 shares at December 31, 2025 and 2024, at cost (172 ) (172 ) Accumulated other comprehensive income — — Accumulated deficit (82,350,149 ) (71,862,617 ) Total stockholders’ equity 3,088,231 3,311,008 Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 9,531,410 $ 9,350,230 See accompanying notes to these financial statements.
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We implement employee programs that foster a company culture predicated on the core values of corporate and individual growth, results and accountability, team before self; a can-do positive attitude, and the perseverance to succeed.
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Reflects retroactive effect of a 1-for-20 reverse stock split on September 13, 2024. F-3 iSpecimen Inc.
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Our technology consolidates the biospecimen buying experience in a single, online marketplace that brings together healthcare providers who have biospecimens and researchers across industry, academia, and government institutions who need them. We are seeking to transform the world of biospecimen procurement much like the way travel websites changed the consumer buying process for flights, hotels, and rental cars.
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Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss Years Ended December 31, 2025 2024 Revenue $ 1,928,998 $ 9,291,115 Operating expenses: Cost of revenue 1,904,888 5,302,712 Technology 2,159,815 3,530,291 Sales and marketing 2,295,501 4,945,269 Supply development 246,979 537,888 Fulfillment 827,501 1,635,724 General and administrative 3,472,233 6,067,276 Total operating expenses 10,906,917 22,019,160 Loss from operations (8,977,919 ) (12,728,045 ) Other income (expense), net Interest expense (1,949 ) (173,771 ) Interest income 3,748 44,133 Interest and penalties on sales tax liability (7,969 ) (46,303 ) Other income (expense), net (1,503,443 ) 406,181 Total other income, net (1,509,613 ) 230,240 Net loss $ (10,487,532 ) $ (12,497,805 ) Other comprehensive loss: Net loss $ (10,487,532 ) $ (12,497,805 ) Unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities — (840 ) Total other comprehensive loss — (840 ) Comprehensive loss $ (10,487,532 ) $ (12,498,645 ) Net loss per share - basic and diluted $ (2.28 ) $ (17.58 ) Weighted average shares of common stock outstanding - basic and diluted 4,602,461 710,852 See accompanying notes to these financial statements.
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The iSpecimen Marketplace Solution The iSpecimen Marketplace offers single-source access to millions of human biospecimens and patients across a diverse network of specimen providers quickly and compliantly, saving researchers time and money in their specimen procurement process while making it easier and more efficient for providers to get their specimens in the hands of researchers who need them.
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Reflects retroactive effect of a 1-for-20 reverse stock split on September 13, 2024. F-4 iSpecimen Inc.
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Our iSpecimen Marketplace technology makes it as easy to find specimens for research as it is to find flights on a travel website.
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Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity Year Ended December 31, 2025 Accumulated Additional Other Total Preferred Stock Common Stock Treasury Stock Paid-In Comprehensive Accumulated Stockholders’ Shares Amount Shares Amount Shares Amount Capital Income Deficit Equity Balance at December 31, 2023 — $ — 454,169 $ 45 1,550 $ (172 ) $ 69,105,176 $ 840 $ (59,364,812 ) $ 9,741,077 Stock-based compensation expense — — — — — — 101,844 — — 101,844 Vesting of restricted stock — — 1,958 — — — 147,831 — — 147,831 Repurchase of common stock exercisable under PIPE Warrants — — — — — — (52,500 ) — — (52,500 ) Issuance of common stock — — 132,814 13 — — 398,429 — — 398,442 ) Issuance of common stock in connection with At The Market Offering Agreement — — 199,004 $ 20 — — $ 1,494,394 — $ — $ 1,494,414 Issuance of common stock through exercise of warrants — — 734,221 74 — — 4,599,948 — — 4,600,022 ) Offering costs in connection with At The Market Offering Agreement — — — — — — (255,288 ) — — (255,288 ) Offering costs in connection with issuance of common shares and warrants — — — — — — (366,189 ) — — (366,189 ) Unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities — — — — — — — (840 ) — (840 ) Reverse stock split adjustment — — 174,738 18 — — (18 ) — — — Net loss — — — — — — — — (12,497,805 ) (12,497,805 ) Balance at December 31, 2024 — $ 1,696,904 $ 170 1,550 $ (172 ) $ 75,173,627 $ — $ (71,862,617 ) $ 3,311,008 Stock-based compensation expense — — — — — — 1,338 — — 1,338 Vesting of restricted stock — — 400 — — — 19,928 — — 19,928 Issuance of common stock in connection with Underwritten financing — — 1,482,644 148 — — 1,037,702 — — 1,037,850 Issuance of common stock in connection with PIPE financing — — 267,379 27 — — 299,972 — — 299,999 Issuance of common stock through exercise of prefunded warrants — — 6,323,719 632 — — 4,411,091 — — 4,411,723 Issuance of Series C convertible preferred stock in connection with PIPE financing 6,875 1 — — — — 5,499,999 — — 5,500,000 Offering costs in connection with the completion of financings — — — — — — (1,006,083 ) — — (1,006,083 ) Reversal of issued common stock through exercise of prefunded warrants due to error on issuance — — (1,292,449 ) (129 ) — — 129 — — — Net loss — — — — — — — — (10,487,532 ) (10,487,532 ) Balance at December 31, 2025 6,875 $ 1 8,478,597 $ 848 1,550 $ (172 ) $ 85,437,703 $ — $ (82,350,149 ) $ 3,088,231 See accompanying notes to these financial statements.
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We have adopted many of the same ease-of-use characteristics of these business-to-consumer, or B2C marketplaces, from simple guided searches, to the ability to refine search criteria with sliders and checkboxes, to the ability to add chosen items to a cart in order to purchase them, to online order management.
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Reflects retroactive effect of a 1-for-20 reverse stock split on September 13, 2024. F-5 iSpecimen Inc.
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Our two-sided marketplace platform makes it easy for researchers and healthcare providers to connect and transact, introducing efficiencies into what is otherwise a very time-consuming and manual process. The platform is built upon a robust healthcare data set comprised of information about available specimens and research subjects, which then enables the search and matchmaking process.
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Statements of Cash Flows Years Ended December 31, 2025 2024 CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: Net loss $ (10,487,532 ) $ (12,497,805 ) Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities: Stock-based compensation expense 21,266 249,675 Amortization of internally developed software 1,470,873 2,036,981 Amortization of other intangible assets 191,555 191,555 Depreciation of property and equipment 68,474 65,712 Bad debt expense 59,863 705,724 Write-off of other intangible assets 525,145 — Write-off of accounts receivable – unbilled — 1,187,964 Write-off of accounts payable (75,000 ) — Write-off of internally developed software 1,871,064 327,387 Non-cash interest income related to accretion of discount on available-for-sale securities — (28,976 ) Loss from sales of available-for-sale securities — 680 Loss on disposal of property and equipment — 58 Change in operating assets and liabilities: Accounts receivable – unbilled — 505,931 Accounts receivable 1,336,475 (903,329 ) Inventory 45,110 — Prepaid expenses and other current assets 194,325 27,187 Operating lease right-of-use asset 58,817 127,006 Security deposit — 15,501 Accounts payable 1,240,043 272,123 Accrued expenses (549,544 ) (371,821 ) Operating lease liability (43,369 ) (120,203 ) Deferred revenue (168,173 ) (55,063 ) Net cash used in operating activities (4,240,608 ) (8,263,713 ) CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: Capitalization of intangible asset under development (1,000,000 ) (653,288 ) Purchase of property and equipment (454 ) (31,546 ) Purchase of leasehold improvements included in operating lease right-of-use asset — (25,000 ) Purchase of available-for-sale securities — (460,932 ) Proceeds from sales and maturities of available-for-sale securities — 3,150,320 Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities (1,000,454 ) 1,979,554 CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: Proceeds from issuance of common stock in connection with At the Market Offering Agreement — 1,494,414 Proceeds from issuance of common stock in with Securities Purchase Agreement 3,999,574 398,442 Proceeds from pre-funded warrants — 4,600,022 Proceeds from issuance of common stock in connection with private placement 1,749,998 — Proceeds from issuance of Series C convertible preferred stock in connection with PIPE financing 5,500,000 — Payment of offering costs in connection with the issuance of common stock in connection with At the Market Offering Agreement — (255,288 ) Payment of offering costs in connection with the issuance of common stock in connection with pre-funded warrants and common shares (1,006,083 ) (366,189 ) Repurchase of common stock purchase warrants exercisable under PIPE warrants — (52,500 ) Net cash provided by financing activities 10,243,489 5,818,901 Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 5,002,427 (465,258 ) Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year 1,878,408 2,343,666 Cash and cash equivalents at end of year $ 6,880,835 $ 1,878,408 Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: Cash paid for interest $ 1,948 $ 14,358 Supplemental disclosure of non-cash investing and financing activities: Non-cash amounts of lease liabilities reducing from terminating right-of-use assets $ — $ 321,805 Non-cash adjustment to reduce lease liabilities and right-of-use assets due to lease termination $ — $ 85,679 Stock issuance costs included in accounts payable and accrued expenses $ — $ 7,023 See accompanying notes to these financial statements.
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It receives de-identified specimen and patient data from electronic medical records, laboratory information systems, biobank inventory systems, and other healthcare data sources (either in real time via data feeds or regularly via file extracts) and harmonizes this “big data” across all participating organizations into a common dataset, which now incorporates external clinical content to further optimize and standardize the biospecimen data on iSpecimen’s proprietary Marketplace platform.
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F-6 iSpecimen Inc. Notes to Financial Statements 1. NATURE OF BUSINESS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION Business iSpecimen Inc. (“iSpecimen” or the “Company”) was incorporated in 2009 under the laws of the state of Delaware.
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The data is then easily searchable by researchers using our intuitive, web-based user interface. Researchers can use their unique study inclusion and exclusion criteria as selection filters to search the de-identified healthcare data to find matching specimens currently available in laboratories and biobanks in our network.
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Basis of Presentation The Company’s financial statements have been prepared in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America (“GAAP”). Any reference in these notes to applicable guidance is meant to refer to the authoritative GAAP as found in the Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) and Accounting Standards Updates (“ASU”) of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”).
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Researchers can then select the specific specimens they need for their studies, add them to a cart, request quotes, place orders, and track and manage their specimen requests and associated data across projects.
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Reverse Stock Split On October 9, 2023, the Company received a notification from Nasdaq that its Common Stock failed to maintain a minimum bid price of $1.00 over the previous 30 consecutive business days as required by the Listing Rules of The Nasdaq Stock Market.
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When specimens are not available that meet their research criteria, researchers can, with a click of a button, request a quote for a custom specimen collection and this custom specimen request will be distributed across our network of biospecimen providers.
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On July 19, 2024, the Company’s stockholders approved a proposal to amend the Company’s Fourth Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation (the “Certificate of Incorporation”) to effect a reverse stock split of the Company’s issued and outstanding shares of common stock, as well as any shares of common stock held by the Company in treasury, at a ratio in the range from 1-for-10 to 1-for-20.
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Biospecimen providers also gain efficiencies using the iSpecimen Marketplace, not only by giving providers instant access to a large researcher base, but because the technology orchestrates the bioprocurement workflow from specimen request to fulfilment. Specimen providers gain access to intuitive dashboards to view requests, create proposals, and track and manage their orders.
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On August 19, 2024, the Company’s board of directors approved a one-for-twenty (1:20) reverse stock split of the Company’s issued and outstanding shares of common stock (the “Reverse Stock Split”).
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In addition to providing the technology platform to connect researchers and healthcare providers, iSpecimen handles all marketing, sales, contracting, and compliance functions across both sides of the marketplace. 1 We market to and develop relationships with researchers and specimen providers alike to bring them together into a single platform.
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On September 13, 2024, the Company filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware a Certificate of Amendment to the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation to effect the Reverse Stock Split. The Reverse Stock Split became effective on September 13, 2024, and the Company’s common stock began trading on a split-adjusted basis on Nasdaq on September 16, 2024.
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We contract once with each participating customer and with each supplier organization and a single agreement then enables all users in that organization to instantly connect and work with all other organizations in the iSpecimen network. We also audit our suppliers to confirm they have proper Institutional Review Board (“IRB”) (or equivalent) protocols in place where required by law.
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On October 1, 2024, the Company received a notification from Nasdaq that the Staff has determined that for the last 11 consecutive business days, from September 16, 2024 to September 30, 2024, the closing bid price of the Company’s Common Stock was $1.00 per share or greater. Accordingly, the Company has regained compliance with Listing Rule 5559(a)(2).
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As of December 31, 2024, we had more than 7,925 external registered users on the iSpecimen Marketplace platform, representing more than 3,006 unique internet domains. Collectively, these users logged into the iSpecimen Marketplace more than 162,252 times and performed nearly 19,295 specimen searches yielding more than 3,098 quote requests since its launch.
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Except as otherwise indicated, all references to the Company’s common stock, share data, per share data and related information has been adjusted for the Reverse Stock Split ratio of 1-for-20 as if they had occurred at the beginning of the earliest period presented.
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Our iSpecimen Marketplace platform has compiled de-identified healthcare data provided by our healthcare supply partners’ approximately 19 million patient records, 105 million clinical specimen records, 1.4 million banked specimen records, and 1.2 million medical conditions as of December 31, 2024 — to allow researchers to easily search for and select research subjects, specimens, and associated data they need to drive their research programs.
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The Reverse Stock Split combined each 20 shares of our outstanding common stock and treasury shares into one share of common stock without any change in the par value per share, and the Reverse Stock Split correspondingly adjusted, among other things, the exercise rate of our warrants and options into the Company’s common stock.
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It then orchestrates and manages the biospecimen procurement workflows of both researchers and suppliers to bring efficiency to the entire buying process. Through the iSpecimen Marketplace, researchers gain instant access to millions of specimens anytime, anywhere, while participating supply organizations gain an opportunity to contribute compliantly to medical research while increasing their revenue and sustainability.
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No fractional shares were issued in connection with the Reverse Stock Split, and any fractional shares resulting from the Reverse Stock Split were rounded up to the nearest whole share. F-7 iSpecimen Inc. Notes to Financial Statements Going Concern Uncertainty and Management’s Plan The Company has recognized recurring losses since inception.
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Planned Developments of our Marketplace While the iSpecimen Marketplace currently supports our business model of providing access to search, find, and acquire human biospecimens and associated data from “inquiry to invoice” and positions us for future expanded business model exploration, there are a number of areas in which the iSpecimen Marketplace functionality could be enhanced to better support our stakeholders, including our prospects and customers, iSpecimen sales and operations staff, and our supply partners.
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As of December 31, 2025, the Company had positive working capital of $723,284, an accumulated deficit of $82,350,149, cash and cash equivalents of $6,880,835, and accounts payable and accrued expenses of $5,981,846. Since inception, the Company has relied upon raising capital and its revenues to finance operations.
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We believe with additional investment in technology development resources, we could make significant progress in scaling our iSpecimen Marketplace and, in addition to increased patient and specimen data integration, we expect to continue to improve the matchmaking across the platform and have capabilities such as more direct support for our prospective collections, deeper search and workflow capabilities, increased automation, and direct pricing availability in the platform.
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The future success of the Company is dependent on its ability to successfully obtain additional working capital and/or to ultimately attain profitable operations.
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As investment allows, we plan to continue to better connect healthcare researchers with our network of suppliers to enable the acquisition of human biospecimens and data to help accelerate research and expand the impact of our iSpecimen Marketplace platform from “inquiry to invoice” through the following key approaches: Ø Enhance the customer experience .
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During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company continued its efforts, which had begun in 2023, to decrease its capital and operational expenditures by cutting costs and right sizing the Company through a reduction in workforce while streamlining operations and rationalizing resources to focus on key market opportunities.
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By working with our prospects and customers to understand their needs, we strive to provide a platform that more easily enables them to specify and find human biospecimens and data that meet the requirements of their research. Ø Increase our supplier engagement .
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The reductions in workforce since January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2025, cumulatively resulted in an estimated reduction in monthly compensation costs of approximately 67% and technology costs of approximately 39% during the year December 31, 2025 when compared to the year ended December 31, 2024.
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By continuing to engage with our supply partners to deliver solutions that make their interactions with us more fulfilling, we become more seamlessly integrated into their workflows and daily operations. Ø Improve operational efficiency . By measuring the results of our operational workflows, we endeavor to reduce the friction and manual efforts in our processes and systems.
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While the Company plans to improve its sales and revenues, the Company is taking steps to significantly reduce and manage expenditures to improve its financial position and ensure continued funding of operations. However, as certain elements of the Company’s operating plan are not within the Company’s control, the Company is unable to assess their probability of success.
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We continue to prioritize and release updated versions of the iSpecimen Marketplace platform in alignment with these areas and believe that continuing to focus on these approaches will enable us to scale our business model more effectively. As part of this continued platform evolution, iSpecimen continues to explore adjacencies that leverage the platform including a data as a product model.
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During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company engaged in raising capital through equity financing as discussed in Note 10. The Company may be unsuccessful in increasing its revenues or contain its operating expenses, or it may be unable to raise additional capital on commercially favorable terms.
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Our Technology Technology Components The iSpecimen Marketplace technology is comprised of four major functional areas: search, workflow, data and administrative, compliance and reporting.
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The Company’s failure to generate additional revenues or contain operating costs would have a negative impact on the Company’s business, results of operations and financial condition and the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. If the Company does not generate enough revenue to provide an adequate level of working capital, its business plan will be scaled down further.
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We continue to invest in the evolution of these areas to improve customer and supplier engagement with the platform; provide operational efficiencies for our suppliers, our customers, and our internal operations; and increase the liquidity of products and services obtained through the platform.
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These conditions raise substantial doubt regarding the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern for a period of one year from the date these financial statements are issued.
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Our core business objective is to retain and grow both researcher and supplier usage of our platform to support biospecimen procurement, as well as to position our Company to explore other adjacent business opportunities that can benefit from the use of the iSpecimen Marketplace. 2 Ø Search .
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Management’s plan to mitigate the conditions that raise substantial doubt includes generating additional revenues, deferring certain projects and capital expenditures and eliminating certain future operating expenses for the Company to continue as a going concern. However, there can be no assurance that the Company will be successful in completing any of these options.
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The primary purpose of the iSpecimen Marketplace is to matchmake between those with access to subjects, specimens, and data, and those with a need for them to power their research.
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As a result, management’s plans cannot be considered probable and thus do not alleviate substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. The accompanying financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the ordinary course of business.
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By entering subject and sample selection requests through the iSpecimen Marketplace, researchers can instantly search across the available medical records of large populations within iSpecimen’s healthcare provider network to create customized patient and specimen cohorts.
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The financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of recorded asset amounts or the amounts and classification of liabilities that might result from the outcome of the uncertainties described above. F-8 iSpecimen Inc. Notes to Financial Statements 2.
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Researchers can specify their criteria and either refine and review results to select specific specimens instantly, or they can request that iSpecimen find patients, specimens, and associated data to satisfy their needs when specimens do not currently exist in our network.
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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES Use of Estimates The preparation of the Company’s financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes.
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Using our own proprietary algorithms, we enable researchers to explore both biospecimens that are currently available and view projections of those that are likely to become available in the future based on historic statistical analysis of data. This allows researchers to quickly and easily determine how we can fulfill their requirements, which is especially useful for project planning and budgeting.
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The Company utilizes certain estimates in the determination of the deferred tax valuation allowances, revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, allowance for doubtful accounts, accrued expenses, and the useful lives of internally developed software and sequenced data. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and other market-specific or other relevant assumptions that it believes to be reasonable under the circumstances.
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Our search capabilities are what most notably distinguishes the iSpecimen Marketplace from other business-to- business, or B2B bioprocurement marketplaces.
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Actual results could differ from such estimates. Concentrations of Credit Risk - Suppliers For the year ended December 31, 2025, no supplier accounted for 10% of the Company’s total purchases (cost of revenues). For the year ended December 31, 2024, one supplier (Supplier B) accounted for approximately 11.32% of the Company’s total purchases (cost of revenues).
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Whereas some other bioprocurement marketplaces support a search that generates a list of service providers that the researcher must then contact to inquire about specimen availability, the iSpecimen Marketplace goes a step further and returns a list of available specimens and data that actually meet the researcher’s specific requirements.
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No other supplier accounted for 10% or more of total purchases (cost of revenues) in either 2025 or 2024. The Company sources certain specimen types and related services from a limited number of suppliers.
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Researchers can then select the individual specimens, add them to a cart, and request a quote for these exact specimens.
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The loss of any of the significant suppliers described above, or a disruption or reduction in the volume of specimens or services they provide, could adversely affect the Company’s ability to fulfill customer orders on a timely basis and could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, financial condition, and results of operations.
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By incorporating user experiences that researchers are accustomed to from their online consumer shopping experiences, such as faceted searches and the ability to add items to a cart, the iSpecimen Marketplace brings B2C ease of use to the B2B space. Ø Workflow. Our workflow engine supports the unique bioprocurement workflows of our suppliers, customers, and internal iSpecimen operations users.
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Investments The Company’s investments are considered to be available-for-sale and are recorded at fair value. Unrealized gains and losses are included in accumulated other comprehensive income. Purchases and sales of securities are reflected on a trade-date basis.
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For our suppliers, our ability to easily integrate into their environments and automate key parts of their bioprocurement workflow enables us to maintain a level of engagement and responsiveness necessary to successfully deliver on specimen requests from our research customers.
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Realized gains or losses are released from accumulated other comprehensive income and into earnings on the statement of operations, and amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts on the U.S treasury bills are recorded in interest expense or income, respectively. The Company continually monitors the difference between its cost basis and the estimated fair value of its investments.
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We make it easy for suppliers to list their specimens in our iSpecimen Marketplace by receiving their data in the most commonly used data transmission formats for healthcare data, such as HL7 feeds (a healthcare data interchange standard), JSON files (a standard data interchange format), and CSV files (a comma separated values file used for tabular data), and then by harmonizing this data into standard terminology sets that allows their specimens to be searchable by our research customers.
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The Company’s accounting policy for impairment recognition requires other-than-temporary impairment charges to be recorded when it determines that it is more likely than not that it will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the fixed maturity security or that the anticipated recovery in fair value of the equity security will not occur in a reasonable amount of time.
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We provide these onboarding services at no charge to our supply partners. Additionally, our marketplace technology enables suppliers to track and manage all their specimen requests from feasibility assessment through the ordering and fulfillment process in a single web application, thereby streamlining their bioprocurement workflow.
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Impairment charges on investments are recorded based on the fair value of the investments at the measurement date or based on the value calculated using a discounted cash flow model.
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Because the work that we do with our suppliers is often a secondary concern to their primary mission of providing patient care, we believe that seamlessly integrating into their workflow is critical to its use and ongoing success. In addition to supporting our suppliers’ workflow requirements, our workflow engine orchestrates customers’ bioprocurement workflows from specimen requests through fulfillment.
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Credit-related impairments on fixed maturity securities that the Company does not plan to sell, and for which it is not more likely than not to be required to sell, are recognized in net income. Any non-credit related impairment is recognized as a component of other comprehensive income.
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Customers can not only search for and select specimens, but they can track and manage their specimen quote requests, place orders, track the progress of orders as they are fulfilled and shipped, and download packing lists, data sheets, and other accompanying data.

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Item 1A. Risk Factors

Risk Factors — what could go wrong, per management

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Biggest changeImplementing any appropriate changes to our internal controls may require specific compliance training for our directors, officers, and employees, require the hiring of additional finance, accounting and other personnel, entail substantial costs to modify our existing accounting systems, and take a significant period of time to complete.
Biggest changeIn connection with the Section 404 requirements, we could, as part of that documentation, identify material weaknesses, significant deficiencies, or other areas for further attention or improvement. 35 Implementing any appropriate changes to our internal controls may require specific compliance training for our directors, officers, and employees, require the hiring of additional finance, accounting and other personnel, entail substantial costs to modify our existing accounting systems, and take a significant period of time to complete.
New industry standards, the availability of alternative products, and evolving life science research needs could render our products and services obsolete and/or new third-party marketplace technology may be introduced that makes it easier for our competitors to create their own marketplace platforms.
New industry standards, the availability of alternative products, and evolving life science research needs could render our products and services obsolete and/or new third-party marketplace technology may be introduced that makes it easier for our competitors to create their own marketplace platforms.
Any action brought against us for violations of these laws or regulations, even if successfully defended, could cause us to incur significant legal expenses, reputational risks, and divert our management’s attention from the operation of our business. In addition, compliance with future legislation could impose additional requirements on us which may be costly .
Any action brought against us for violations of these laws or regulations, even if successfully defended, could cause us to incur significant legal expenses, reputational risks, and divert our management’s attention from the operation of our business. In addition, compliance with future legislation could impose additional requirements on us which may be costly .
As a result, our failure to satisfy the requirements of Section 404 on a timely basis could result in the loss of investor confidence in the reliability of our financial statements, which in turn could cause the market value of our common stock to decline. 35 Public company compliance may make it more difficult to attract and retain officers and directors.
As a result, our failure to satisfy the requirements of Section 404 on a timely basis could result in the loss of investor confidence in the reliability of our financial statements, which in turn could cause the market value of our common stock to decline. Public company compliance may make it more difficult to attract and retain officers and directors.
Our failure to implement and maintain effective internal control over financial reporting could result in errors in our financial statements that may lead to a restatement of our financial statements or cause us to fail to meet our reporting obligations for the year ended December 31, 2024, any of which could diminish investor confidence in us and cause a decline in our stock price. 14 We may identify future material weaknesses in our internal controls over financial reporting or fail to meet the demands that will be placed upon us as a public company, including the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and we may be unable to accurately report our financial results, or report them within the timeframes required by law or stock exchange regulations.
Our failure to implement and maintain effective internal control over financial reporting could result in errors in our financial statements that may lead to a restatement of our financial statements or cause us to fail to meet our reporting obligations for the year ended December 31, 2025, any of which could diminish investor confidence in us and cause a decline in our stock price. 14 We may identify future material weaknesses in our internal controls over financial reporting or fail to meet the demands that will be placed upon us as a public company, including the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and we may be unable to accurately report our financial results, or report them within the timeframes required by law or stock exchange regulations.
As of December 31, 2024, we had customers in 23 countries and supply sites in 11 countries, International expansion exposes us to additional risks, including: Ø changes in local political, economic, social, and labor conditions, which may adversely affect our business; Ø risks associated with trade restrictions and foreign import requirements, including the importation and exportation of our solutions, as well as changes in trade, tariffs, restrictions or requirements; Ø heightened risks of unethical, unfair or corrupt business practices, actual or claimed, in certain geographies; Ø fluctuations in currency exchange rates, which may make doing business with us less appealing as our contracts are generally denominated in U.S. dollars; Ø greater difficulty in enforcing contracts; Ø lack of brand awareness that can make commercializing our products more difficult and expensive; Ø management communication and integration problems resulting from cultural differences and geographic dispersion; Ø the uncertainty and limitation of protection for intellectual property rights in some countries; Ø increased financial accounting and reporting burdens and complexities as a result of being a public company; Ø lack of familiarity with local laws, customs and practices, and laws and business practices favoring local competitors or partners; Ø potentially different pricing environments, longer payment cycles in some countries, increased credit risk, and higher levels of payment fraud; 16 Ø uncertainty regarding liability for products and services, including uncertainty as a result of local laws and lack of legal precedent; Ø different employee/employer relationships, existence of workers’ councils and labor unions, and other challenges caused by distance, language, and cultural differences, making it harder to do business in certain jurisdictions; Ø compliance with complex foreign and U.S. laws and regulations applicable to international operations may increase the cost of doing business in international jurisdictions.
As of December 31, 2025, we had customers in 5 countries and supply sites in 8 countries, International expansion exposes us to additional risks, including: Ø changes in local political, economic, social, and labor conditions, which may adversely affect our business; Ø risks associated with trade restrictions and foreign import requirements, including the importation and exportation of our solutions, as well as changes in trade, tariffs, restrictions or requirements; Ø heightened risks of unethical, unfair or corrupt business practices, actual or claimed, in certain geographies; Ø fluctuations in currency exchange rates, which may make doing business with us less appealing as our contracts are generally denominated in U.S. dollars; Ø greater difficulty in enforcing contracts; Ø lack of brand awareness that can make commercializing our products more difficult and expensive; Ø management communication and integration problems resulting from cultural differences and geographic dispersion; Ø the uncertainty and limitation of protection for intellectual property rights in some countries; Ø increased financial accounting and reporting burdens and complexities as a result of being a public company; Ø lack of familiarity with local laws, customs and practices, and laws and business practices favoring local competitors or partners; Ø potentially different pricing environments, longer payment cycles in some countries, increased credit risk, and higher levels of payment fraud; 16 Ø uncertainty regarding liability for products and services, including uncertainty as a result of local laws and lack of legal precedent; Ø different employee/employer relationships, existence of workers’ councils and labor unions, and other challenges caused by distance, language, and cultural differences, making it harder to do business in certain jurisdictions; Ø compliance with complex foreign and U.S. laws and regulations applicable to international operations may increase the cost of doing business in international jurisdictions.
Our audited financial statements included in this Annual Report include an explanatory paragraph that indicates that they were prepared assuming that we would continue as a going concern. We have suffered recurring net losses and accumulated deficits as of December 31, 2024. These conditions raise substantial doubts about our ability to continue as a going concern.
Our audited financial statements included in this Annual Report include an explanatory paragraph that indicates that they were prepared assuming that we would continue as a going concern. We have suffered recurring net losses and accumulated deficits as of December 31, 2025. These conditions raise substantial doubts about our ability to continue as a going concern.
For orders received in 2024 and 2023, we fulfilled approximately 69% and 77%, , respectively, of the total value of these orders. These percentages do not take into consideration long term or open- ended projects that are not intended to be completely fulfilled at year end.
For orders received in 2025 and 2024, we fulfilled approximately 77% and 69%, respectively, of the total value of these orders. These percentages do not take into consideration long term or open- ended projects that are not intended to be completely fulfilled at year end.
As of December 31, 2023 and 2024, the Company’s supply sites in Russia that had not been under sanctions were now accessible and the Company’s supply sites in Ukraine had mostly reopened. However, due to the uncertainty caused by the ongoing war, Ukraine suppliers may again become inaccessible to the Company.
As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, the Company’s supply sites in Russia that had not been under sanctions were now accessible and the Company’s supply sites in Ukraine had mostly reopened. However, due to the uncertainty caused by the ongoing war, Ukraine suppliers may again become inaccessible to the Company.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, we identified a material weakness in our internal control over financial reporting that may cause us to fail to meet our reporting obligations or result in material misstatements of our financial statements.
During the year ended December 31, 2025, we identified a material weakness in our internal control over financial reporting that may cause us to fail to meet our reporting obligations or result in material misstatements of our financial statements.
Our share price has been volatile in the past and may continue to be so in the future. Since our IPO, our common stock has traded at prices ranging from $2.17 to $579.60, adjusted for the Reverse Stock Split based on a ratio of 1-for-20 as if it had occurred at the beginning of the earliest period presented.
Our share price has been volatile in the past and may continue to be so in the future. Since our IPO, our common stock has traded at prices ranging from $0.26 to $579.60, adjusted for the Reverse Stock Split based on a ratio of 1-for-20 as if it had occurred at the beginning of the earliest period presented.
We entered into contracts with U.S. government agencies and contractors, representing approximately 0.2% and 1.0% of our total revenue for 2024 and 2023, respectively, that may contain unfavorable termination provisions and are subject to audit and modification by the government at its sole discretion, which subjects us to additional risks.
We entered into contracts with U.S. government agencies and contractors, representing approximately 0.95% and 0.2% of our total revenue for 2025 and 2024, respectively, that may contain unfavorable termination provisions and are subject to audit and modification by the government at its sole discretion, which subjects us to additional risks.
Percentage of specimens that met specifications decreased year over year from 2022 and then again during the year ended December 31, 2024. Following feedback from our customers, we implemented a robust return and exchange program to better meet customer needs. iSpecimen is also terminating contracts with suppliers with lower quality specimens.
Percentage of specimens that met specifications increased year over year from 2022 and then again during the year ended December 31, 2025. Following feedback from our customers, we implemented a robust return and exchange program to better meet customer needs. iSpecimen is also terminating contracts with suppliers with lower quality specimens.
Our supply partners’ inventories may become obsolete, which could have a material adverse effect upon our ability to generate revenue. During the year ended December 31, 2024, approximately 52% of our revenue was derived from specimens that were procured from our supply partners’ existing sample inventories in their biobanks.
Our supply partners’ inventories may become obsolete, which could have a material adverse effect upon our ability to generate revenue. During the year ended December 31, 2025, approximately 42% of our revenue was derived from specimens that were procured from our supply partners’ existing sample inventories in their biobanks.
Our directors, officers and principal stockholders have significant voting power and may take actions that may not be in the best interests of our other stockholders. As of December 31, 2024, our officers, directors and principal stockholders each holding more than 5% of our common stock collectively controlled approximately 0.002% of our outstanding common stock.
Our directors, officers and principal stockholders have significant voting power and may take actions that may not be in the best interests of our other stockholders. As of December 31, 2025, our officers, directors and principal stockholders each holding more than 5% of our common stock collectively controlled approximately 0.00% of our outstanding common stock.
We do not currently charge our customer or supply chain for access to the iSpecimen Marketplace; Ø Our revenue is significantly concentrated and varies by customer year-over-year. There was one customer that accounted for approximately 29% of our revenue in 2024.
We do not currently charge our customer or supply chain for access to the iSpecimen Marketplace; Ø Our revenue is significantly concentrated and varies by customer year-over-year. There was one customer that accounted for approximately 20% of our revenue in 2025.
In 2023, there was one customer that represented approximately 25% of our revenue; Ø Researcher needs may change over the lifetime of a project, based on the stage of the project.
In 2024, there was one customer that represented approximately 29% of our revenue; Ø Researcher needs may change over the lifetime of a project, based on the stage of the project.
In 2024, the percent of specimens that met specifications was 99% for clinical remnant specimens, 89% for banked research specimens and 99% for custom research collections. In 2023, the percent of specimens that met specifications was 99% for clinical remnant specimens, 97% for banked research specimens and 99% for custom research collections.
In 2025, the percent of specimens that met specifications was 99% for clinical remnant specimens, 92% for banked research specimens and 99% for custom research collections. In 2024, the percent of specimens that met specifications was 99% for clinical remnant specimens, 89% for banked research specimens and 99% for custom research collections.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, one customer represented 29% of the Company’s revenues, and during the year ended December 31, 2023, one customer represented 25% of our revenue.
During the year ended December 31, 2025, one customer represented 20% of the Company’s revenues, and during the year ended December 31, 2024, one customer represented 29% of our revenue.
For the year ended December 31, 2023, there was one supplier who accounted for 13% of our total cost of revenue and three other suppliers who, together, accounted for an additional 23% of our total cost of revenue.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, there was one supplier who accounted for 7% of our total cost of revenue and three other suppliers who, together, accounted for an additional 20% of our total cost of revenue.
As of December 31, 2024, we had federal net operating loss carryforwards (“NOLs”) of approximately $62.40 million for federal income tax purposes of which approximately $13 million expires at various periods through 2037 and approximately $49.40 million can be carried forward indefinitely.
As of December 31, 2025, we had federal net operating loss carryforwards (“NOLs”) of approximately $72.6 million for federal income tax purposes of which approximately $13 million expires at various periods through 2037 and approximately $59.6 million can be carried forward indefinitely.
As a result, it may be more difficult and costly for us to attract and retain qualified persons to serve on our Board or as executive officers. Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments Not Applicable.
As a result, it may be more difficult and costly for us to attract and retain qualified persons to serve on our Board or as executive officers.
For the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, we reported net losses of $12,497,805 and $11,099,488, respectively. We had an accumulated deficit of $71,862,617 as of December 31, 2024. We expect to continue to incur losses for the foreseeable future, and we expect these losses to increase as we continue to invest in the growth of our business.
For the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, we reported net losses of $10,487,532 and $12,497,805, respectively. We had an accumulated deficit of $82,350,149 as of December 31, 2025. We expect to continue to incur losses for the foreseeable future, and we expect these losses to increase as we continue to invest in the growth of our business.
As of December 31, 2024, we had 1,696,904 shares of common stock outstanding; outstanding stock options to purchase 8,460 shares of common stock at an average price of $5.20 per share; outstanding restricted stock units of 822 shares issuable upon vesting at an average price of $132.34; outstanding warrants to purchase 804,756 shares of common stock at an average price of $4.22 per share.
As of December 31, 2025, we had 8,478,597 shares of common stock outstanding; outstanding stock options to purchase 2,901 shares of common stock at an average price of $6.93 per share; outstanding restricted stock units of 25 shares issuable upon vesting at an average price of $97.20; outstanding warrants to purchase 1,297,574 shares of common stock at an average price of $1.89 per share.
In fiscal year 2024, we incurred $3,530,291 in technology expenses, and capitalized $653,288 for internally developed software.
In fiscal year 2025, we incurred $2,159,815 in technology expenses, and capitalized $1,000,000 for software under development.
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If we are not able to comply with the applicable continued listing requirements or standards of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC, our common stock could be delisted from Nasdaq. Our common stock is currently listed on Nasdaq.
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We are not in compliance with Nasdaq’s minimum bid price requirement, and our common stock may be delisted if we fail to regain compliance.
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In order to maintain that listing, we must satisfy minimum financial and other continued listing requirements and standards, including those regarding director independence and independent committee requirements, minimum stockholders’ equity, minimum share price, and certain corporate governance requirements.
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On November 19, 2025, we received notice from Nasdaq that the closing bid price of our common stock had been below $1.00 per share for 30 consecutive business days, resulting in non-compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2).
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There can be no assurances that we will be able to comply with the applicable listing standards of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC.
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We have until May 18, 2026 to regain compliance by maintaining a closing bid price of at least $1.00 per share for a minimum of ten consecutive business days (or such longer period as required by Nasdaq).
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In the event that our common stock is delisted from Nasdaq and is not eligible for quotation on another market or exchange, trading of our common stock could be conducted in the over-the-counter market established for unlisted securities, such as the OTC Markets.
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If we do not regain compliance by that date, we may be eligible for an additional 180-day compliance period, subject to meeting other listing requirements and notifying Nasdaq of our intent to cure the deficiency, which may include a reverse stock split. There can be no assurance that we will regain compliance within the applicable period(s).
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In such event, it could become more difficult to dispose of, or obtain accurate price quotations for, our common stock, and there would likely also be a reduction in our coverage by securities analysts and the news media, which could cause the price of our common stock to decline further.
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If we fail to do so, our common stock may be delisted. A delisting could materially and adversely affect the liquidity and market price of our common stock, reduce investor interest and analyst coverage, and impair our ability to raise capital.
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Also, it may be difficult for us to raise additional capital if we are not listed on a major exchange.
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If delisted, our common stock may trade on an over-the-counter market, which is generally characterized by lower liquidity and greater volatility. We intend to monitor our stock price and evaluate options to regain compliance; however, there can be no assurance that any such actions will be successful.
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In connection with the Section 404 requirements, we could, as part of that documentation, identify material weaknesses, significant deficiencies, or other areas for further attention or improvement.

Item 1C. Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity — threats and controls disclosure

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Biggest changeThe Risk Management Committee includes the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Information Officer (“CIO”), and other members of our senior leadership team. The risks considered include those associated with the use of third-party service providers.
Biggest changeThe risks considered include those associated with the use of third-party service providers.
For an expanded view of the risks regarding a cybersecurity incident, please see “If our security measures are breached, or if our services are subject to attacks that degrade or deny the ability of users to access our platforms, our platforms and applications may be perceived as not being secure, customers and suppliers may curtail or stop using our services, and we may incur significant legal and financial exposure” under the “Risk Factors” section of this Annual Report.
For an expanded view of the risks regarding a cybersecurity incident, please see “If our security measures are breached, or if our services are subject to attacks that degrade or deny the ability of users to access our platforms, our platforms and applications may be perceived as not being secure, customers and suppliers may curtail or stop using our services, and we may incur significant legal and financial exposure” under the “Risk Factors” section of this Annual Report. 36
Cybersecurity Governance The Risk Management Committee meets on a quarterly basis to review the currently identified risks to the business and how they are being managed, identify and assess any new material risks, and recommend any changes to our risk management positions.
Cybersecurity Governance The Risk Management Committee meets on an annual basis to review the currently identified risks to the business and how they are being managed, identify and assess any new material risks, and recommend any changes to our risk management positions. The Risk Management Committee includes the Chief Executive Officer, and other members of our senior leadership team.
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As of the date of this filing, iSpecimen is not aware of any cybersecurity threats, including those from previous cybersecurity incidents, that have materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect the Company, including its business strategy, results of operations, or financial condition.
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Our CIO, who also holds the role of Chief Information Security Officer (“CISO”) for iSpecimen, reports annually and as needed to the Board on our ISMP.
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This reporting includes information on the current external cybersecurity risk landscape, specific threat categories driving this risk, how iSpecimen is working to manage these risks, relevant metrics, and details on annual improvements to the program.
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The CISO has served in various roles in information technology and information security over the last three decades including serving as CISO for several organizations. 36

Item 3. Legal Proceedings

Legal Proceedings — active lawsuits and investigations

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Biggest changeWhile the outcome of this matter cannot be predicted with certainty, the Company does not believe that this litigation will have a material adverse effect on its business, financial condition, or results of operations at this time. On April 10, 2025, the Court partially granted Focus’ Motion for Pre-Judgment Security.
Biggest changeWhile the outcome of this matter cannot be predicted with certainty, the Company does not believe that this litigation will have a material adverse effect on its business, financial condition, or results of operations at this time. 37 Azenta US, Inc. v. iSpecimen, Inc.; Suffolk (MA) Superior Court On or around January 15, 2025, Azenta initiated a claim against the Company for $651,262 arising from an alleged breach of contract, and unjust enrichment.
We cannot predict the results of any such disputes, and despite the potential outcomes, the existence thereof may have an adverse material impact on us because of diversion of management time and attention as well as the financial costs related to resolving such disputes. On December 9, 2024, Focus Technologies, Inc.
We cannot predict the results of any such disputes, and despite the potential outcomes, the existence thereof may have an adverse material impact on us because of diversion of management time and attention as well as the financial costs related to resolving such disputes.
To restore service, the parties entered into a settlement agreement on February 11, 2025 (the “Settlement Agreement”), under which the Company agreed to pay $500,000 in nine monthly installments in exchange for the restoration of its platform. The Company made an initial payment of $50,000 on February 12, 2025.
To restore service, the parties entered into a settlement agreement on February 11, 2025 (the “Settlement Agreement”), under which the Company agreed to pay $500,000 in nine monthly installments in exchange for the restoration of its platform.
However, Focus failed to fully restore the platform, requiring the Company to engage a third-party developer to complete the work in early March 2025. On February 28, 2025, the Company notified Focus that it was in breach of the Settlement Agreement and has since withheld further payments.
The Company made an initial payment of $50,000 on February 12, 2025, however, Focus failed to fully restore the platform, requiring the Company to engage a third-party developer to complete the work in early March 2025. On February 28, 2025, the Company notified Focus that it was in breach of the Settlement Agreement and has since withheld further payments thereunder.
(“Focus”) filed a complaint against the Company in the Superior Court of Suffolk County, Massachusetts, alleging non-payment under agreements dated July 29, 2022, related to the provision of information technology services. Focus is seeking approximately $489,572 in damages, plus interest and attorneys’ fees.
Focus Technology Solutions, Inc. v. iSpecimen,; Suffolk (MA) Superior Court On December 9, 2024, Focus Technologies, Inc. (“Focus”) filed a complaint against the Company in the Superior Court of Suffolk County, Massachusetts, alleging non-payment under agreements dated July 29, 2022, related to the provision of information technology services. Focus is seeking approximately $489,572 in damages, plus interest and attorneys’ fees.
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Mine Safety Disclosures Not Applicable. 38 PART II
Following the filing, Focus disabled the Company’s web-based commerce platform on January 24, 2025, resulting in a shutdown of the iSpecimen Marketplace from January 25, 2025, through February 12, 2025.
Following the filing, Focus disabled the Company’s web-based commerce platform on January 24, 2025, resulting in a shutdown of the iSpecimen Marketplace from January 25, 2025, through February 12, 2025, which was not fully resolved until early March 2025.
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Focus has sought to amend its complaint to enforce the Settlement Agreement and has requested pre-judgment security in the amount of $450,000. The Company is opposing these efforts and intends to assert counterclaims against Focus for consequential damages arising from the service disruption and failure to perform under the agreements.
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Focus amended its complaint to enforce the Settlement Agreement and obtained an order for pre-judgment security in the amount of $420,000, to be funded by 15% of “revenue.” This order was clarified on December 17, 2025 to require only 15% of “net revenue,” with the result only $13,000 has been deposited in escrow to date.
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The Company is required to open a dedicated bank account by April 20, 2025 and deposit 15% of revenue starting one month after the account opening up to $420,000. The Company will continue to seek relief from the pre-judgment security, and its counterclaim against Focus is still pending, which could ultimately exceed the value of Focus’ claims. Item 4.
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The Company has asserted counterclaims against Focus for consequential damages arising from theFebruary 2025 service disruption and failure to perform under the agreements. On September 3, 2025, Focus reduced their global settlement demand to $100,000, and on September 9, 2025, the Company increased their offer to $30,000, which figure was rejected by Focus.
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The case remains in the discovery phase, and no trial date has been set.
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Azenta provided sequencing services in 2023 as part of an initiative for which a market was never realized by the Company. The Company believes that it has valid defenses to Azenta’s claims. Discovery has closed in this case, and the Company expects Azenta to move for summary judgment, which the Company will defend vigorously.
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As of current, the Company has made an offer of $125,000 to settle this case, but no response has been received from Azenta. Krisbio, LLC v. iSpecimen, Inc. On or about September 23, 2025 the Company was served with a Summons and Complaint in the matter of Krisbio, LLC v. iSpecimen, Inc. 1:25-CV-12409-JCB in the U.S.
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District Court for the District of Massachusetts seeking collection of $266,380, alleging breach of contract and other quasi-contractual claims relating to a purported “Participation Agreement” dated July 20, 2021, and subsequent agreements for payments for goods and services under said Participation Agreement.
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The Company has answered the Complaint, and Initial disclosures have been filed by the parties, but formal discovery has not yet begun.
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Ellenoff Grossman & Schole, LLP v. iSpecimen, Inc.; New York County Supreme Court On or around November 14, 2024, EGS initiated a claim against the Company for $425,684 arising from a breach of contract, and compensation on a quantum meruit basis amongst other things.
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The Company believes that EGS’ claims are without legal or factual basis, and intends to vigorously defend these claims. Subsequent to year ended December 31, 2025, the Company settled this legal matter and the parties agreed to a $200,000 settlement pursuant to a settlement agreement executed on February 15, 2026 (Note 14). Item 4.

Item 5. Market for Registrant's Common Equity

Market for Common Equity — stock, dividends, buybacks

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Biggest changeItem 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities Market Information Our common stock trades on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “ISPC.” Trading commenced on the Nasdaq on June 17, 2021. Holders On April 14, 2025, there were 59 holders of record of our common stock.
Biggest changeItem 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities Market Information Our common stock trades on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “ISPC.” Trading commenced on the Nasdaq on June 17, 2021. Holders On April 1, 2026, there were 68 holders of record of our common stock.

Item 7. Management's Discussion & Analysis

Management's Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) — revenue / margin commentary

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Biggest changeFinancial Operations Overview and Analysis for the Years Ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 Comparison of the Years Ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 Change 2024 2023 Dollars Percentage Revenue $ 9,291,115 $ 9,928,184 $ (637,069 ) (6 )% Operating expenses: Cost of revenue 5,302,712 4,820,268 482,444 10 % Technology 3,530,291 3,566,917 (36,626 ) (1 )% Sales and marketing 4,945,269 3,955,974 989,295 25 % Supply development 537,888 1,030,403 (492,515 ) (48 )% Fulfillment 1,635,724 1,788,879 (153,155 ) (9 )% General and administrative 6,067,276 5,935,092 132,184 2 % Total operating expenses 22,019,160 21,097,533 921,627 4 % Loss from operations (12,728,045 ) (11,169,349 ) 1,558,696 14 % Other (income) expense, net Interest expense (173,771 ) (16,001 ) (157,770 ) 986 % Interest income 44,133 339,750 (295,617 ) (87 )% Interest and penalties on sales tax liability (46,303 ) (214,784 ) 168,481 (78 )% Other income (expense), net 406,181 (39,104 ) 445,285 (1,139 )% Total other income, net 230,240 69,861 160,379 (230 )% Net loss $ (12,497,805 ) $ (11,099,488 ) (1,398,317 ) 13 % Revenue Revenue decreased by approximately $637,000, or 6%, from approximately $9,928,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023 to approximately $9,291,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Biggest changeFinancial Operations Overview and Analysis for the Years Ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 Comparison of the Years Ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 Change 2025 2024 Dollars Percentage Revenue $ 1,928,998 $ 9,291,115 $ (7,362,117 ) (79 )% Operating expenses: Cost of revenue 1,904,888 5,302,712 (3,397,824 ) (64 )% Technology 2,159,815 3,530,291 (1,370,476 ) (39 )% Sales and marketing 2,295,501 4,945,269 (2,649,768 ) (54 )% Supply development 246,979 537,888 (290,909 ) (54 )% Fulfillment 827,501 1,635,724 (808,223 ) (49 )% General and administrative 3,472,233 6,067,276 (2,595,043 ) (43 )% Total operating expenses 10,906,917 22,019,160 (11,112,243 ) (50 )% Loss from operations (8,977,919 ) (12,728,045 ) (3,750,126 ) (29 )% Other (income) expense, net Interest expense (1,949 ) (173,771 ) 171,822 99 % Interest income 3,748 44,133 (40,385 ) (92 )% Interest and penalties on sales tax liability (7,969 ) (46,303 ) 38,334 100 % Other income (expense), net (1,505,443 ) 406,181 ) (1,909,624 ) (470 )% Total other income, net (1,509,613 ) 230,240 (1,739,853 ) (756 )% Net loss $ (10,487,532 ) $ (12,497,805 ) $ (2,010,273 ) (16 )% Revenue Revenue decreased by approximately $7,362,000, or 79%, from approximately $9,291,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 to approximately $1,929,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025.
The costs paid to the third party sequencer are the only costs capitalized and all other costs are expensed as incurred. 48 Stock-based Compensation We record stock-based compensation for options granted to employees, non-employees, and to members of the Board for their services on the Board based on the grant date fair value of awards issued, and the expense is recorded on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period.
The costs paid to the third party sequencer are the only costs capitalized and all other costs are expensed as incurred. 49 Stock-based Compensation We record stock-based compensation for options granted to employees, non-employees, and to members of the Board for their services on the Board based on the grant date fair value of awards issued, and the expense is recorded on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period.
We have not paid, and do not anticipate paying, cash dividends on shares of our common stock. There were no material changes to our estimates as of December 31, 2024. Recent Accounting Standards For information on recent accounting standards, see Note 2 to our financial statements. JOBS Act Transition Period On April 5, 2012, the JOBS Act was enacted.
We have not paid, and do not anticipate paying, cash dividends on shares of our common stock. There were no material changes to our estimates as of December 31, 2025. Recent Accounting Standards For information on recent accounting standards, see Note 2 to our financial statements. JOBS Act Transition Period On April 5, 2012, the JOBS Act was enacted.
In the years ended December 31, 2024, we terminated 180 supplier agreements and are in the final stages of what we call our “supplier network refresh project”. This has resulted in fewer key suppliers, supported by our lean workforce and processes more effectively.
In the year ended December 31, 2024, we terminated 180 supplier agreements and are in the final stages of what we call our “supplier network refresh project”. This has resulted in fewer key suppliers, supported by our lean workforce and processes more effectively.
While we are committed to developing our technology, we are investing at a significantly lower level in 2024 when compared to 2023 and prior years, while we focus on growing our revenues through key market opportunities and assessing our capital raise prospects.
While we are committed to developing our technology, we are investing at a significantly lower level in 2025 when compared to 2024 and prior years, while we focus on growing our revenues through key market opportunities and assessing our capital raise prospects.
Certain information contained in the discussion and analysis set forth below includes forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. 38 Overview We were incorporated in 2009 under the laws of the state of Delaware.
Certain information contained in the discussion and analysis set forth below includes forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. 39 Overview We were incorporated in 2009 under the laws of the state of Delaware.
Net cash provided by investing activities for the year ended December 31, 2024 consisted of approximately $3,150,000 of proceeds from sale and maturities of available-for-sale securities, which were offset by approximately $461,000 of purchases of available-for-sale securities, approximately $653,000 of capitalization of internally developed software, approximately $25,000 of purchases of leasehold improvements and approximately $32,000 of purchases of property and equipment.
Net cash provided by investing activities was approximately $1,980,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 consisted of approximately $3,150,000 of proceeds from sale and maturities of available-for-sale securities, which were offset by approximately $461,000 of purchases of available-for-sale securities, approximately $653,000 of capitalization of internally developed software, approximately $25,000 of purchases of leasehold improvements and approximately $32,000 of purchases of property and equipment.
We performed an impairment analysis of our internally developed software as of the measurement date of December 31, 2024 and concluded that a small portion the net book value of the asset is not recoverable. During the year ended December 31, 2024, such portion were written off and reduced the net book value estimates by $327,000.
We performed an impairment analysis of our internally developed software as of the measurement date of December 31, 2024 and concluded that a small portion the net book value of the asset is not recoverable. During the year ended December 31, 2025, such portion were written off and reduced the net book value estimates by $1,871,000 (2024 - $327,000).
Additionally, key resources were diverted from operations to resolving the re-fulfillment issues caused by the conflict. As of December 31, 2024, our supply sites in Russia that had not been under sanctions were accessible and our supply sites in Ukraine were mostly reopened.
Additionally, key resources were diverted from operations to resolving the re-fulfillment issues caused by the conflict. 42 As of December 31, 2025, our supply sites in Russia that had not been under sanctions were accessible and our supply sites in Ukraine were mostly reopened.
We completed the implementation of a next day quote system in the third quarter of 2023 and we continue to see positive results in 2024, as evidenced by increased conversion ratios of quotes to purchase orders of 41%.
We completed the implementation of a next day quote system in the third quarter of 2023 and we continue to see positive results in 2024 and 2025, as evidenced by increased conversion ratios of quotes to purchase orders of 44%.
We increased our allowance for doubtful accounts in accounts receivables by $99,536 as of December 31, 2024 due to certain customers either lack liquidity or have filed for bankruptcy. We have enhanced procedures related to our credit check process for new and existing customers in fiscal year 2024 to mitigate the risk to future collectability of receivables.
We increased our allowance for doubtful accounts in accounts receivables by $25,634 as of December 31, 2025 due to certain customers either lack liquidity or have filed for bankruptcy. We have enhanced procedures related to our credit check process for new and existing customers in fiscal year 2025 to mitigate the risk to future collectability of receivables.
In the year ended December 31, 2024, we engaged in raising capital through debt financing as discussed in Note 7 and through public equity as discussed in Note 10. We may be unsuccessful in increasing our revenues or contain our operating expenses, or we may be unable to raise additional capital on commercially favorable terms.
In the year ended December 31, 2025, we engaged in raising capital through equity financing as discussed in Note 10. We may be unsuccessful in increasing our revenues or contain our operating expenses, or we may be unable to raise additional capital on commercially favorable terms.
During the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, we capitalized approximately $653,000 and $3,767,000, respectively, of internally developed software costs. These investments have resulted in multiple process improvements, streamlining workflows and providing deeper insights into orders for all users of our marketplace.
During the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, we capitalized approximately $Nil and $653,000, respectively, of internally developed software costs and $1,000,000 and $Nil, respectively, of software under development. These investments have resulted in multiple process improvements, streamlining workflows and providing deeper insights into orders for all users of our marketplace.
As part of its compensation for acting as Placement Agent for the Offering, we paid the Placement Agent a cash fee of 4.0% of the aggregate gross proceeds plus reimbursement of certain expenses and legal fees.
The Offering closed on October 31, 2024. 41 As part of its compensation for acting as Placement Agent for the Offering, we paid the Placement Agent a cash fee of 4.0% of the aggregate gross proceeds plus reimbursement of certain expenses and legal fees.
The reduction in workforce since January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2024, cumulatively resulted in an estimated reduction in monthly compensation costs of approximately 146% and technology costs of approximately 64% during the year ended December 31, 2024 when compared to year ended December 31, 2023.
The reduction in workforce since January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2025, cumulatively resulted in an estimated reduction in monthly compensation costs of approximately 67% and technology costs of approximately 25% during the year ended December 31, 2025 when compared to year ended December 31, 2024.
The decrease was primarily attributable to a decrease in professional fees of approximately $183,000 and general operating expenses related to fulfillment of approximately $39,000, which was partially offset by increases in payroll and related expenses of approximately $69,000 for personnel engaged in pre-sales feasibility assessments and order fulfillment.
The decrease was primarily attributable to a decrease in professional fees of approximately $19,000 and payroll and related expenses of approximately $821,000 for personnel engaged in pre-sales feasibility assessments and order fulfillment, which was partially offset by the general operating expenses related to fulfillment of approximately $32,000.
Sales and Marketing Sales and marketing costs primarily consist of payroll and related expenses for personnel engaged in marketing and selling activities, including salaries and sales commissions, travel expenses, public relations and social media costs, ispecimen.com website development and maintenance costs, search engine optimization fees, advertising costs; direct marketing costs, trade shows and events fees, marketing and customer relationship management software, and other marketing-related costs.
Research and development costs primarily include salaries and related expenses, in addition to the cost of external service providers. 44 Sales and Marketing Sales and marketing costs primarily consist of payroll and related expenses for personnel engaged in marketing and selling activities, including salaries and sales commissions, travel expenses, public relations and social media costs, ispecimen.com website development and maintenance costs, search engine optimization fees, advertising costs; direct marketing costs, trade shows and events fees, marketing and customer relationship management software, and other marketing-related costs.
We can better use key insights from our sales data to understand market needs to assess areas where we lose deals today, through multiple lenses, in order to adjust our supplier network and marketing efforts accordingly.
We will continue adjusting the shape of the business toward our core competencies and the market. We can better use key insights from our sales data to understand market needs to assess areas where we lose deals today, through multiple lenses, in order to adjust our supplier network and marketing efforts accordingly.
As a result, management’s plans cannot be considered probable and thus do not alleviate substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. 46 Cash Flows Operating Activities For the year ended December 31, 2024, net cash used in operating activities was approximately $8,264,000, which consisted of a net loss of approximately $12,498,000 offset by non-cash charges of approximately $3,549,000, which included approximately $2,037,000 related to amortization of internally developed software, approximately $250,000 in stock-based compensation, approximately $706,000 in bad debt expense, approximately $66,000 related to depreciation of property and equipment, approximately $700 for loss from sales of available-for-sale securities, approximately $60 for loss on disposal of property and equipment, approximately $327,000 of write-off of internally developed software, an approximately $1,188,000 increase in write-off of accounts receivable-unbilled and approximately $192,000 related to amortization of other intangible assets, which were offset by approximately $29,000 of accretion of discount on available-for-sale securities.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, net cash used in operating activities was approximately $8,264,000, which consisted of a net loss of approximately $12,498,000 offset by non-cash charges of approximately $4,737,000, which included approximately $2,037,000 related to amortization of internally developed software, approximately $250,000 in stock-based compensation, approximately $706,000 in bad debt expense, approximately $66,000 related to depreciation of property and equipment, approximately $700 for loss from sales of available-for-sale securities, approximately $60 for loss on disposal of property and equipment, approximately $327,000 of write-off of internally developed software, an approximately $1,188,000 increase in write-off of accounts receivable-unbilled and approximately $192,000 related to amortization of other intangible assets, which were offset by approximately $29,000 of accretion of discount on available-for-sale securities.
The increase was primarily attributable to increases in external marketing expense of approximately $1,618,000 and advertising and promotions expense of approximately $201,000, which were partially offset by a decrease in payroll and related expenses of approximately $773,000 and general operating expenses related to sales and marketing of approximately $57,000.
The decrease was primarily attributable to decrease in payroll and related expenses of approximately $1,713,000, advertising and promotions expense of approximately $296,000 and external marketing expense of approximately $649,000, which was partially offset by the increase in general operating expenses related to sales and marketing of approximately $3,000.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, we began initiating efforts to decrease our capital and operational expenditures by cutting costs and right sizing the Company through reductions in workforce while streamlining operations and rationalizing resources to focus on key market opportunities.
During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company continued its efforts, which had begun in 2023, to decrease its capital and operational expenditures by cutting costs and right sizing the Company through a reduction in workforce while streamlining operations and rationalizing resources to focus on key market opportunities.
Technology Technology expenses decreased by approximately $37,000, or 1%, from approximately $3,567,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023 to approximately $3,530,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Technology Technology expenses decreased by approximately $1,370,000, or 39%, from approximately $3,530,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 to approximately $2,160,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025.
The reductions in workforce since January 1, 2023 through the end of December 31, 2024 has resulted in an estimated reduction in compensation costs of approximately 146% and technology costs of approximately 64% during the year ended December 31, 2024 when compared to the year ended December 31, 2023.
The reduction in workforce since January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2025, cumulatively resulted in an estimated reduction in monthly compensation costs of approximately 67% and technology costs of approximately 25% during the year ended December 31, 2025 when compared to year ended December 31, 2024.
Investing Activities During the year ended December 31, 2024, we invested approximately $653,000 in further developing our iSpecimen Marketplace technology with plans to invest at a much lower level in 2025, in comparison to the cash invested during the year ended December 31, 2023 of approximately $3,767,000.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, we invested approximately $653,000 in further developing our iSpecimen Marketplace technology, in comparison to the cash invested during the year ended December 31, 2023 of approximately $3,767,000.
Fulfillment Fulfillment costs decreased by approximately $153,000, or 9%, from approximately $1,789,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023 to approximately $1,636,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Fulfillment Fulfillment costs decreased by approximately $808,000, or 49%, from approximately $1,636,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 to approximately $828,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025.
Supply Development Supply development expenses decreased by approximately $492,000, or 48%, from approximately $1,030,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023 to approximately $538,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024. The decrease was primarily attributable to a decrease in professional fees of approximately $278,000, payroll and related expenses of approximately $189,000 and general supply development expenses of approximately $25,000.
Supply Development Supply development expenses decreased by approximately $291,000, or 54%, from approximately $538,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 to approximately $247,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025. The decrease was primarily attributable to a decrease in professional fees of approximately $119,000 and payroll and related expenses of approximately $172,000.
General and Administrative Expenses General and administrative expenses increased by approximately $132,000, or 2%, from approximately $5,935,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023 to approximately $6,067,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024.
General and Administrative Expenses General and administrative expenses decreased by approximately $2,595,000, or 43%, from approximately $6,067,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 to approximately $3,472,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025.
Throughout the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, we have initiated efforts to decrease our capital and operational expenditures by cutting costs and right sizing the Company through reductions in our workforce while streamlining operations and rationalizing our resources to focus on key market opportunities.
During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company continued its efforts, which had begun in 2023, to decrease its capital and operational expenditures by cutting costs and right sizing the Company through a reduction in workforce while streamlining operations and rationalizing resources to focus on key market opportunities.
Private Placement Offering On December 1, 2021, we closed on a private placement offering (“PIPE”) for gross proceeds of approximately $21 million, before deducting approximately $1.4 million for underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses, for (i) an aggregate of 87,500 shares of common stock and (ii) warrants, which are exercisable for an aggregate of up to 65,625 shares of common stock, all of which were repurchased by us on February 13, 2024, and are no longer outstanding. 39 At the Market Offering On March 5, 2024, we entered into an At the Market Offering Agreement (the “ATM Agreement”) with Rodman & Renshaw LLC as agent (the “Sales Agent”) pursuant to which we may issue and sell shares of our common stock, having an aggregate offering price of up to $1,500,000 (the “ATM Shares”), from time to time through the Sales Agent.
Private Placement Offering On December 1, 2021, we closed on a private placement offering (“PIPE”) for gross proceeds of approximately $21 million, before deducting approximately $1.4 million for underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses, for (i) an aggregate of 87,500 shares of common stock and (ii) warrants, which are exercisable for an aggregate of up to 65,625 shares of common stock, all of which were repurchased by us on February 13, 2024, and are no longer outstanding.
We are also bringing marketing and sales closer to enable the same efficiencies within the commercial organization, the same way that our line of business realignment brought to the operational side of the business this past year. This refined approach and tighter internal integration will continue to accelerate our next day quote program and deepen customer relationships for increased predictability.
We are also bringing marketing and sales closer to enable the same efficiencies within the commercial organization, the same way that our line of business realignment brought to the operational side of the business this past year.
Using this information and the outputs of our strategic business intelligence capabilities, we will continue to be able to increase the speed of an opportunity through our sales funnel and our conversion ratios, which we believe will continue to grow our revenue. 42 Components of Our Results of Operations Revenue We generate revenue by procuring various specimens from hospitals, laboratories, and other supply sites, for our medical research customers using our proprietary software, the iSpecimen Marketplace, to identify, locate, and ultimately validate the required specimens to our customers’ requested specifications.
Components of Our Results of Operations Revenue We generate revenue by procuring various specimens from hospitals, laboratories, and other supply sites, for our medical research customers using our proprietary software, the iSpecimen Marketplace, to identify, locate, and ultimately validate the required specimens to our customers’ requested specifications.
Net cash used in investing activities for the year ended December 31, 2023 consisted of approximately $13,040,000 of purchases of available-for-sale securities, approximately $3,767,000 of capitalization of internally developed software, approximately $958,000 of capitalization of other intangible assets and approximately $19,000 of purchases of property and equipment, which were offset by $10,556,000 of proceeds from sale and maturities of available-for-sale securities. 47 Financing Activities Net cash provided by financing activities was approximately $5,819,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024, which consisted of approximately $1,494,000 of proceeds from issuance of common stock in connection with at the market offering agreement, approximately $398,000 of proceeds from issuance of common stock in connection with Securities Purchase Agreement, approximately $4,600,000 of proceeds from pre-funded warrants, which were offset by approximately $255,000 of payment of offering costs in connection with the issuance of common stock in connection with at the market offering agreement, approximately $366,000 of payment of offering costs in connection with the issuance of common stock in connection with pre-funded warrants and common shares and approximately $53,000 of repurchase of common stock exercisable under PIPE warrants.
Financing Activities Net cash provided by financing activities was approximately $10,243,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025, which consisted of approximately $1,750,000 of proceeds received from the issuance of common stock in connection with the PIPE financing, approximately $4,000,000 of proceeds from issuance of common stock in connection with Securities Purchase Agreement, approximately $5,500,000 of proceeds received from the issuance of Series C convertible preferred stock in connection with PIPE financing, offset by approximately $1,006,000 for the payment of offering costs in connection with the on-going at the market offering. 48 Net cash provided by financing activities was approximately $5,819,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024, which consisted of approximately $1,494,000 of proceeds from issuance of common stock in connection with at the market offering agreement, approximately $398,000 of proceeds from issuance of common stock in connection with Securities Purchase Agreement, approximately $4,600,000 of proceeds from pre-funded warrants, which were offset by approximately $255,000 of payment of offering costs in connection with the issuance of common stock in connection with at the market offering agreement, approximately $366,000 of payment of offering costs in connection with the issuance of common stock in connection with pre-funded warrants and common shares and approximately $53,000 of repurchase of common stock exercisable under PIPE warrants.
On October 31, 2024, we paid off the outstanding principal balance of $1,000,000 and accrued interest of $18,000 on the Note. 40 Securities Offering on Form S-1 On October 29, 2024, we entered into a placement agency agreement (the “Placement Agency Agreement”) with WestPark.
Securities Offering on Form S-1 On October 29, 2024, we entered into a placement agency agreement (the “Placement Agency Agreement”) with WestPark.
(“WestPark”) served as the placement agent in connection with the Loan and was paid a placement agent fee in the amount of $40,020 for its services.
(“WestPark”) served as the placement agent in connection with the Loan and was paid a placement agent fee in the amount of $40,020 for its services. On October 31, 2024, we paid off the outstanding principal balance of $1,000,000 and accrued interest of $18,000 on the Note.
Fulfillment Fulfillment costs primarily consist of those costs incurred in operating and staffing operations and customer service teams, including costs attributable to assess the feasibility of specimen requests, creating and managing orders, picking, packaging, and preparing customer orders for shipment, responding to inquiries from customers, and laboratory equipment and supplies. 43 General and Administrative General and administrative expenses primarily consist of costs for corporate functions, including payroll and related expenses for human resources, legal, finance, and executive teams, associated software licenses, facilities, and equipment expenses, such as depreciation and amortization expense and rent, outside legal expenses, insurance costs, and other general and administrative costs.
Fulfillment Fulfillment costs primarily consist of those costs incurred in operating and staffing operations and customer service teams, including costs attributable to assess the feasibility of specimen requests, creating and managing orders, picking, packaging, and preparing customer orders for shipment, responding to inquiries from customers, and laboratory equipment and supplies.
The increase was attributable to an increase in professional fees of $381,000, franchise tax of $511,000, doubtful account expense of approximately $401,000, and write-off of IDS $327,000, which were partially offset by decreases in compensation costs of approximately $570,000, general operating expenses of approximately $139,000, depreciation and amortization of approximately $52,000, utilities and facilities expenses of approximately $40,000 and taxes and insurance of approximately $687,000.
The decrease was attributable to a decrease in compensation costs of approximately $647,000, professional fees of approximately $133,000 and utilities and facilities expenses of approximately $93,000, doubtful account expense of approximately $646,000, taxes and insurance of approximately $388,000 and franchise tax of approximately $310,000, which was partially offset by the increase in general operating expenses of approximately $120,000, amortization of approximately $3,000, and write-off of IDS of approximately $274,000.
Other Income, net Other income, net, increased by approximately $160,000, or 230%, from approximately $70,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023 to approximately $230,000, for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Other Income (expense), net Other income (expense), net, increased by approximately $1,740,000, or 756%, from approximately $1,510,000 other income for the year ended December 31, 2024 to approximately other expense, net of $240,000, for the year ended December 31, 2025.
As of December 31, 2024, our available cash and available-for-sale securities totaled approximately $1,878,000, which represented a decrease of approximately $465,000 from approximately $2,344,000, as of December 31, 2023. We had working capital deficit of approximately $2,182,000, an accumulated deficit of approximately $71,863,000, cash and cash equivalents of approximately $1,878,000 and accounts payable and accrued expenses of approximately $5,366,000.
As of December 31, 2025, our available cash totaled approximately $6,881,000, which represented an increase of approximately $5,002,000 from approximately $1,878,000, as of December 31, 2024. We had working capital of approximately $723,000, an accumulated deficit of approximately $82,350,000, cash and cash equivalents of approximately $6,881,000 and accounts payable and accrued expenses of approximately $5,982,000.
Total changes in assets and liabilities of approximately $2,589,000 were attributable to an approximately $1,466,000 increase in accounts payable, an approximately $564,000 decrease in accounts receivable, an approximately $283,000 increase in deferred revenue, an approximately $157,000 increase in operating lease right-of-use asset, an approximately $141,000 decrease in tax credit receivable, an approximately $115,000 decrease in accounts receivable - unbilled, an approximately $9,000 increase in accrued expenses, and an approximately $8,000 decrease in prepaid expenses and other current assets, offset by an approximately $156,000 decrease in operating lease liability.
Total changes in assets and liabilities of approximately $2,114,000 were attributable to an approximately $1,336,000 decrease in accounts receivable, an approximately $45,000 increase in inventory, an approximately $194,000 decrease in prepaid expenses, an approximately $59,000 decrease in operating lease right-of-use asset, and an approximately $1,240,000 increase in accounts payable, offset by an approximately $550,000 decrease in accrued expenses, an approximately $43,000 decrease in operating lease liability, and an approximately $168,000 decrease in deferred revenue.
Because of the highly uncertain and dynamic nature of these events, it is not currently possible to estimate the impact of the war on our business and the companies from which we obtain supplies and distribute specimens. 41 Known Trends, Demands, Commitments, Events or Uncertainties Impacting Our Business Chief Executive Officer Initiatives The Company’s mission remains to accelerate life sciences research and development, pursuant to a single global marketplace platform.
Known Trends, Demands, Commitments, Events or Uncertainties Impacting Our Business Chief Executive Officer Initiatives The Company’s mission remains to accelerate life sciences research and development, pursuant to a single global marketplace platform.
Our strategic business intelligence initiatives have enabled us to understand our market and business better than ever before. We now have the capabilities to use data to know how and where to grow. We will continue adjusting the shape of the business toward our core competencies and the market.
This refined approach and tighter internal integration will continue to accelerate our next day quote program and deepen customer relationships for increased predictability. 43 Our strategic business intelligence initiatives have enabled us to understand our market and business better than ever before. We now have the capabilities to use data to know how and where to grow.
We intend to continue to use our existing cash to grow our supply network, increase our marketing and sales presence, scale our operations, and for working capital and general corporate purposes. Net cash provided by investing activities was approximately $1,980,000 and net cash used in investing activities was approximately $7,228,000 for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
We intend to continue to use our existing cash to grow our supply network, increase our marketing and sales presence, scale our operations, and for working capital and general corporate purposes.
Net cash provided by financing activities was approximately $71,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023, which consisted of approximately $71,000 received from the exercise of stock options. Effects of Inflation and Supply Chain Shortages Our operations are heavily reliant on specimen availability, and as a result, we often receive more requests than we can fulfill.
Effects of Inflation and Supply Chain Shortages Our operations are heavily reliant on specimen availability, and as a result, we often receive more requests than we can fulfill.
The increase in the average selling price per specimen was offset by a decrease of 168, or 0.7%, in specimen count from 24,565 specimens during the year ended December 31, 2023 to 24,397 specimens during the year ended December 31, 2024.
The effect of the decrease in specimen count also caused the average selling price per specimen to decrease by $46, or 11%, from approximately $402 during the year ended December 31, 2024 to $356 during the year ended December 31, 2025.
The increase in other income (expense), net, was attributable to an increase of other income of approximately $445,000 and decrease in interest and penalties on sales tax liability of approximately $168,000, partially offset by increase in interest expense of approximately $157,000, and a decrease in interest income of approximately $296,000. 45 Liquidity and Capital Resources December 31, December 31, Change 2024 2023 Dollars Percentage Balance Sheet Data: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,878,408 $ 2,343,666 $ (465,258 ) (20 )% Available-for-sale securities - 2,661,932 (2,661,932 ) 100 % Working capital (deficiency) (2,182,488 ) 2,189,673 (4,372,161 ) (200 )% Total assets 10,019,551 15,819,137 (5,799,586 ) (37 )% Total stockholders’ equity 3,980,329 9,741,077 (5,760,748 ) (59 )% Years Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 Dollars Percentage Statement of Cash Flow Data: Net cash flows used in operating activities $ (8,263,713 ) $ (5,807,550 ) $ (2,456,163 ) 42 % Net cash flows provided by (used in) investing activities 1,979,554 (7,228,383 ) (9,207,937 ) (127 )% Net cash flows provided by financing activities 5,818,901 70,889 5,748,012 8,108 % Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents $ (465,258 ) $ (12,965,044 ) $ 12,499,786 Capital Resources We have recurring losses since inception.
The increase in other income (expense), net, was attributable to a decrease of other income of approximately $1,503,000, decrease in interest and penalties on sales tax liability of approximately $38,000, decrease in interest expense of approximately $172,000, partially offset by a decrease in interest income of approximately $40,000. 46 Liquidity and Capital Resources December 31, December 31, Change 2025 2024 Dollars Percentage Balance Sheet Data: Cash and cash equivalents $ 6,880,835 $ 1,878,408 $ 5,002,427 266 % Working capital (deficiency) 723,284 (2,182,488 ) 2,905,772 (133 )% Total assets 9,531,410 9,350,230 181,180 2 % Total stockholders’ equity $ 3,088,231 3,311,008 $ (222,777 ) (7 )% Years Ended December 31, Change 2025 2024 Dollars Percentage Statement of Cash Flow Data: Net cash flows used in operating activities $ (4,240,608 ) $ (8,263,713 ) $ 4,023,105 (49 )% Net cash flows provided by (used in) investing activities (1,000,454 ) 1,979,554 (2,980,008 ) (151 )% Net cash flows provided by financing activities 10,243,489 5,818,901 4,424,588 76 % Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents $ 5,002,427 $ (465,258 ) $ 5,467,685 Capital Resources We have recurring losses since inception.
Net cash used in investing activities was approximately $7,228,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities was approximately $1,000,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025, which consisted of approximately $1,000,000 of capitalization of intangible assets under development and $454 purchase of property and equipment.
For the year ended December 31, 2023, net cash used in operating activities was approximately $5,808,000, which consisted of a net loss of approximately $11,099,000 offset by non-cash charges of approximately $2,703,000, which included approximately $1,948,000 related to amortization of internally developed software, approximately $460,000 in stock-based compensation, approximately $305,000 in bad debt expense, approximately $118,000 related to depreciation of property and equipment, and approximately $50,000 related to amortization of other intangible assets, which were offset by approximately $177,000 of accretion of discount on available-for-sale securities.
As a result, management’s plans cannot be considered probable and thus do not alleviate substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. 47 Cash Flows Operating Activities For the year ended December 31, 2025, net cash used in operating activities was approximately $4,241,000, which consisted of a net loss of approximately $10,488,000 offset by non-cash charges of approximately $4,133,000, which included approximately $1,471,000 related to amortization of internally developed software, approximately $21,000 in stock-based compensation, approximately $60,000 in bad debt expense, approximately $68,000 related to depreciation of property and equipment, approximately $192,000 related to amortization of other intangible assets, approximately $1,871,000 related to write-off of internally developed software, approximately $525,000 related to write-off of other intangible assets which were offset by approximately $75,000 of write-off of accounts payable.
The decrease was related to professional fees of approximately $2,040,000. which were partially offset by an increases in amortization expense of internally developed software of approximately $89,000 and payroll and related expenses of approximately $1,918,000. 44 Sales and Marketing Expenses Sales and marketing expenses increased by approximately $989,000, or 25%, from approximately $3,956,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023 to approximately $4,945,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024.
The decrease was related to decrease in amortization expense of internally developed software of approximately $491,000, payroll and related expenses of approximately $887,000 and general operating expenses related to technology expenses of approximately $1,000, which was partially offset by the increase in professional fees of approximately $9,000.
Cost of Revenue Cost of revenue increased by approximately $482,000, or 10%, from approximately $4,820,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023 to approximately $5,303,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Sales and Marketing Expenses Sales and marketing expenses decreased by approximately $2,650,000, or 54%, from approximately $4,945,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 to approximately $2,296,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025.
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We intend to use the net proceeds of the offering for repayment of outstanding debt, potential acquisitions of assets or investments in businesses, products and technologies, and for marketing and advertising services. The remainder of the net proceeds will be used for working capital purposes. The Offering closed on October 31, 2024.
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On July 31, 2025, the Company entered into a securities purchase agreement with certain accredited investors, pursuant to which the Company agreed to issue and sell, in a private placement (the “Private Placement”), an aggregate of 1,559,828 securities, comprised of (i) 267,379 shares of Common Stock at a purchase price of $1.122 per Share, and (ii) pre-funded warrants to purchase up to 1,292,449 shares of Common Stock at a purchase price of $1.1219 per Share, for aggregate gross proceeds of $1,749,998, before deducting placement agent fees and other offering expenses.
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As a result, we began to experience significant decreases in expenditures starting in the second half of 2023.
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The pre-funded warrants are immediately exercisable until such time as the pre-funded warrants are exercised in full.
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Research and development costs primarily include salaries and related expenses, in addition to the cost of external service providers.
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The Private Placement closed on August 4, 2025. 40 At the Market Offering On March 5, 2024, we entered into an At the Market Offering Agreement (the “ATM Agreement”) with Rodman & Renshaw LLC as agent (the “Sales Agent”) pursuant to which we may issue and sell shares of our common stock, having an aggregate offering price of up to $1,500,000 (the “ATM Shares”), from time to time through the Sales Agent.
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This was primarily due to write off of unbilled revenue offset by increase in average selling price per specimen by $4, or 1%, from approximately $404 in the year ended December 31, 2023 to approximately $408 in the year ended December 31, 2024.
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The Company incurred offering costs of approximately $419,983 and settled non-offering related legal fees of approximately $93,837, resulting in net proceeds of approximately $3,485,754.
Removed
Although there was a 0.7% decrease in the number of specimens delivered during the year ended December 31, 2024, over the same prior year period, the average cost per specimen increased by 11% from $196 for the year ended December 31, 2023 to $217 for the year ended December 31, 2024.
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Underwritten Offering On July 23, 2025, the Company entered into an underwriting agreement with WestPark (the “Underwriter”), pursuant to which the Company agreed to issue and sell, in an underwritten public offering, an aggregate of 5,714,283 securities, consisting of (i) 1,482,644 shares of Common Stock, and (ii) pre-funded warrants to purchase up to 4,231,639 shares of Common Stock, at an exercise price of $0.0001 per share.
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Due to the small size of the packages that we ship, our carriers were able to continue making timely deliveries during the year ended December 31, 2024. However, there had been an increase in our shipping costs period over period during the year ended December 31, 2024.
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The securities were sold at a public offering price of $0.70 per share (or $0.6999 per pre-funded warrant), for gross proceeds of $3,999,574, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses payable by the Company. The pre-funded warrants are immediately exercisable until such time as the pre-funded warrants are exercised in full.
Added
The offering closed on July 25, 2025. As part of its compensation for acting as Underwriter for the offering, the Company paid the Underwriter a cash fee of 4.0% of the aggregate gross proceeds plus reimbursement of certain expenses and legal fees.
Added
The Company incurred offering costs of approximately $419,983 and settled non-offering related legal fees of approximately $93,837, resulting in net proceeds of approximately $3,485,754.
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Because of the highly uncertain and dynamic nature of these events, it is not currently possible to estimate the impact of the war on our business and the companies from which we obtain supplies and distribute specimens.
Added
Using this information and the outputs of our strategic business intelligence capabilities, we will continue to be able to increase the speed of an opportunity through our sales funnel and our conversion ratios, which we believe will continue to grow our revenue.
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General and Administrative General and administrative expenses primarily consist of costs for corporate functions, including payroll and related expenses for human resources, legal, finance, and executive teams, associated software licenses, facilities, and equipment expenses, such as depreciation and amortization expense and rent, outside legal expenses, insurance costs, and other general and administrative costs.
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This was primarily due to the decrease of 17,714, or approximately 77%, in specimen count from 23,139 specimens in fiscal 2024 to 5,425 specimens in fiscal 2025.
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The significant decline in revenue was mainly due to decrease in customers’ orders and procurement during the year ended December 31, 2025. 45 Cost of Revenue Cost of revenue decreased by approximately $3,398,000, or 64%, from approximately $5,303,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 to approximately $1,905,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025 which was attributable to an approximately 64% decrease in the number of specimens delivered for the current year as compared to the accessioned specimens in the prior year, offset by an approximately $47, or 21%, increase in the average cost per specimen.
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Technology expenditures capitalized as internally developed software costs increased by approximately $347,000, or 53%, from approximately $653,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 to $1,000,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025 due to installation of a new platform to modernize the Company’s internally developed software, as part of the digital transformation program in 2025 when compared to the reductions in workforce stemming from our decision to invest in the software at a significantly lower level in 2025 and 2024.

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