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Spacetalk Reports Solid Growth in Mobile Subscriptions and Recurring Revenue

Written by Staff Writer | Jan 24, 2025 3:27:29 AM

Spacetalk Limited (ASX: SPA), a leader in wearable and software solutions for family safety, delivered another promising update in its quarterly report for Q2 FY25. Key metrics highlight a significant expansion in the company’s mobile subscription base and Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), underscoring Spacetalk’s successful transition into a software-driven business model.

Strong Subscriber Growth Boosts ARR

Spacetalk Mobile, the company’s Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) service, saw a 53% year-on-year and 21% quarter-on-quarter increase in paid subscribers, reaching 39.8k by the end of December 2024. This growth drove ARR to $11.0 million, a 16% improvement compared to the previous corresponding period (2QFY24: $9.5 million) and a 12% rise over the previous quarter.

CEO Simon Crowther emphasised the significance of these results, noting, “The growth in our mobile subscriber base reflects the success of our strategic focus on developing high-quality, recurring revenue streams. This strong foundation positions us well for continued growth and international expansion.”

ARR from Spacetalk Mobile alone surged by 44% year-on-year to $6.6 million, further validating the company’s pivot toward higher-margin subscription-based revenue​​.


                  Spacetalk CEO Simon Crowther

Financial Stability Amid Growth

Spacetalk reported gross profit growth of 18% year-on-year to $3.2 million, reflecting a deliberate focus on higher-margin revenue streams. Operating payments, excluding inventory purchases, dropped by 25%, demonstrating the company’s disciplined approach to cost management.

While cash flow from operating activities remained steady at a net outflow of $1.1 million, Spacetalk generated $1.2 million in cash from operations before inventory investments. The $2.2 million inventory expenditure was attributed to strategic stockpiling ahead of high-demand periods like Black Friday and Christmas, as well as for anticipated international growth​​.

Expanding Horizons

Spacetalk has been executing an ambitious international expansion strategy, with active sales efforts now underway in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Finland, New Zealand, and Australia. This is a marked shift from its Australia-only focus in previous years and reflects the company’s confidence in its scalable, capital-light model​.

At the heart of Spacetalk’s ecosystem is its mobile app, which connects wearable devices for children and seniors with caregivers. The company recently released version 1.5 of its app and is actively developing a new version, Spacetalk 2.0. The updated platform aims to deepen customer engagement through new features like enhanced location services, SOS alerts, and personal health insights, setting the stage for broader user adoption and monetisation​​.

Positioning for Long-Term Growth

Spacetalk has outlined clear priorities for FY25 and beyond, including:

  • Developing new wearable devices for kids, teens, and seniors with a focus on cost efficiency and user experience.
  • Launching Spacetalk 2.0, which will allow the app to function as a standalone offering, expanding its appeal beyond users of Spacetalk’s wearable devices.
  • Leveraging data insights from collaborations like the one with Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA), which explores early detection of health risks such as dementia through wearable sensors.

These initiatives align with Spacetalk’s goal of reaching $20–$25 million in ARR by 2026​​.

A New Chapter in Family Safety

Spacetalk’s continued focus on innovation, operational efficiency, and market expansion reflects its transformation into a resilient, software-led organisation. With recurring revenue as its backbone, the company is poised to capture opportunities in the rapidly growing family safety technology market.

Investors will be watching closely as Spacetalk scales its mobile services, launches new hardware and software, and deepens its foothold in international markets. The next phases of this journey could redefine the company’s position as a global leader in wearable safety technology.