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India News | Demographic Data Along India-Myanmar Border Should Be Mapped: Amit ShahLouisiana lawmakers pass income and corporate tax cuts, raising statewide sales tax to pay for itMissouri coach Dennis Gates will be coaching against the University of California, his alma mater, for the first time as a head coach. Gates spent four seasons at Cal from 1998-2002, where he was a two-time first-team All-Academic selection in the Pac-10 and was a part of the 2002 NCAA Tournament team. In his senior season, Gates averaged 5.6 points, 2.5 assists and two rebounds a game. "I've made some great relationships and met some great people that I still keep in contact with," Gates said. "I'm thankful for what that institution gave me and the people that I met, what they gave me at the age of 18 through the age of 22." The Golden Bears enter Tuesday's matchup 6-1; their only loss was an 85-69 defeat in Nashville against Vanderbilt. California is led by coach Mark Madsen, who spent nine years in the NBA with the Lakers and Timberwolves. The California native won two NBA championships with the Lakers. After his playing days, Madsen spent six years as an assistant coach before taking the head job at Utah Valley in 2019. The Wolverines won a program record 28 wins in 2022-2023, leading Madsen to the California job. Cal came into the season with the 12th-best transfer class in the country, with 10 of their 11 scholarship players being transfers. Andrej Stojaković, the eldest son of former NBA star Peja Stojaković, is Cal’s leading scorer, averaging 17.7 points and 5.1 rebounds per game. Stojakovic spent his freshman year at Stanford before transferring to Cal this season. Caleb Grill was released from the hospital Wednesday night after suffering a neck injury in the Tigers' 81-61 win over Lindenwood. Grill was going up for a rebound before his neck snapped back, and he landed hard on the ground. He was tended to for several minutes before he was stretchered off the court with 10:16 remaining in the first half. In Gates' press conference Monday, he said that Grill will be out against Cal and be considered day-to-day, leaving the door open for the graduate guard to suit up against No. 1 Kansas on Sunday. "He spent the majority of the time in the hospital watching his team play on his phone," Gates said. "It was about 2 am when he called and said, 'Coach, I'm good to go. I'm sitting here jogging in place.'" The NCAA Evaluation Tool (NET) rankings were released Monday and ranked Missouri 46th in the nation. The rankings are used around the time of the NCAA tournament to help determine the quality of teams and wins. Quad one, two, three, and four wins are all determined by the NET. The SEC has 10 of its 16 teams in the top 50 of the rankings.

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Mar 16, 2023; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles speaks during a press conference at Halas Hall. Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo Bears general manager Ryan Poles was granted a reprieve complete with a second swing at hiring a head coach in Chicago. Poles will interview candidates and select a replacement for Matt Eberflus, who was fired Friday after the Bears' sixth consecutive loss and fourth of the season decided on a final play. "Ryan Poles is the general manager of the Chicago Bears, and he will remain the general manager of the Chicago Bears," president and CEO Kevin Warren said Monday. "Ryan will serve as the point person of our upcoming search for a head football coach. We will closely, we will work together on a daily basis to make sure we have the right person as our head football coach." Warren said the McCaskey family provided "all the resources" to build a championship environment. He confirmed that Thomas Brown, who a month ago was passing game coordinator before replacing Shane Waldron as offensive coordinator, will serve as interim head coach and shift from the press box to the sideline starting this week. Warren did not say whether Brown would automatically receive an interview for the full-time coaching position, which he said "will be the most coveted head coaching job in the National Football League." Poles said consideration will be given to candidates with the plan to develop rookie No. 1 pick Caleb Williams, but there are no set plans to involve the quarterback in the interview process. He said the Bears showed great progress through two seasons but couldn't sustain growth. "At the end of the day, we just came up short too many times," Poles said of firing Eberflus, his pick to be the Bears' head coach in January 2022. Brown promoted wide receivers coach Chris Beatty to interim offensive coordinator on Monday and announced that defensive coordinator Eric Washington will be the defensive play caller, a role Eberflus previously held. Trailing 23-20 on Thanksgiving Day, the Bears were within field-goal range when quarterback Caleb Williams was sacked. With 32 seconds remaining, Eberflus elected not to use his final timeout as Williams heaved an incompletion down the right sideline as time expired. "When you look at the end-of-the-game situations, detailing to finish in some of those moments. We all know a lot of games come down to those critical moments where we weren't able to get over the hump," Poles said. Eberflus said after the game that everything was handled properly and held a press conference via Zoom on Friday voicing confidence he'd have the team ready to play the 49ers this week. But three hours later, he was fired. Warren admitted the franchise could've handled the timing better, but clarified there was no decision on Eberflus' status at the time of his media session. "The decision was made to terminate the employment of head coach Matt Eberflus," Warren said 72 hours later. "We try to do everything in a professional manner. That decision was made on Friday." "Coach Eberflus had his press conference, we had not made a final decision. I think you know me, you know Ryan you know George McCaskey. One thing we stand for is family, integrity, doing it the right way. In retrospect, could we have done it better? Absolutely." Eberflus, 54, went 14-32 in two-plus seasons. The Bears (4-8) travel to San Francisco (5-7) in Week 1. --Field Level Media REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you. Read 3 articles and stand to win rewards Spin the wheel nowHubballi: Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation (HDMC) will inspect Aryabhata Tech Park (ATP) to verify the utilisation of properties allotted to the IT-BT companies . At the ATP, spread over 26 acres, 10 companies were allotted land in two phases for the development of IT-BT industries. The HDMC decided to constitute a house panel to verify the ATP. Following allegations of improper land utilisation by companies at the Aryabhata Tech Park (ATP) near Navanagar, HDMC mayor Ramanna Badiger initiated the formation of a house panel to investigate the claims before considering land withdrawal from these firms. The ATP, encompassing 26 acres, allocated land to 10 companies for IT-BT industry development. A recent development involves a company allocated land in 2023 requesting cancellation due to unsuitable terrain. Additionally, HDMC needs to evaluate withdrawing land from a company allocated in 2008-09 for non-utilisation, pending verification of land usage by all companies before finalising any cancellation decisions. During a recent general body meeting, former mayor Iresh Anchatgeri raised concerns about several ATP companies' inadequate land utilisation and incomplete operations, calling for detailed verification. Officials reported that Diksha Technologies, which received three acres at Rs 10 lakh per acre in 2008-09, failed to utilise the land and meet stipulated conditions. While the HDMC administrator opted to cancel the allocation in 2021, the general body reached a different decision in Feb. Additionally, Ion Idea Enterprises Solutions Pvt Ltd, which received one acre and 20 gunta of land for Rs 97.3 lakh last year, requested allocation cancellation and refund, citing unsuitable terrain for construction. "We have constituted the house committee consisting of three senior members of HDMC. Opposition leader Raju Kamati, floor leader Veeranna Savadi, and former Mayor Iresh Anchatgeri will be part of the house committee," said Ramanna Badiger. The committee will examine whether the companies are using the land as per the terms and conditions specified in the agreement and also check if the promised investments were made and if employment opportunities were created as committed. They will also assess the infrastructure development and verify if the companies started their operations within the stipulated time frame. If any violations or non-compliance issues are found during the inspection, appropriate action will be taken as per the guidelines. The HDMC has emphasised that this verification process is essential to maintain transparency and accountability in land utilisation. The inspection findings will help in planning future developments and improvements at the ATP, said former mayor Iresh Anchatgeri. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , and Mini Crossword .Rams claim CB Emmanuel Forbes off waivers from WashingtonREDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 9, 2024-- Zuora, Inc. (NYSE: ZUO), a leading monetization suite for modern business, today announced financial results for its fiscal third quarter ended October 31, 2024. Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Results: Revenue: Subscription revenue was $105.3 million, an increase of 7% year-over-year. Total revenue was $116.9 million, an increase of 6% year-over-year. GAAP Loss from Operations: GAAP loss from operations was $11.7 million, compared to a loss from operations of $8.8 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2024. Non-GAAP Income from Operations: Non-GAAP income from operations was $25.1 million, compared to non-GAAP income from operations of $16.0 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2024. GAAP Net Loss: GAAP net loss was $32.2 million, or 28% of revenue, compared to a net loss of $5.5 million, or 5% of revenue, in the third quarter of fiscal 2024. GAAP net loss per share was $0.21 based on 152.3 million weighted-average shares outstanding, compared to a net loss per share of $0.04 based on 141.5 million weighted-average shares outstanding in the third quarter of fiscal 2024. The GAAP net loss reflects increased costs associated with our proposed acquisition, including a debt redemption liability of $20.2 million as of October 31, 2024 associated with our obligation to repurchase a portion of our 2029 Notes pursuant to our proposed acquisition, and $9.8 million of legal, consulting, and other transaction related costs. Refer below for further information on the proposed acquisition. Non-GAAP Net Income: Non-GAAP net income was $24.8 million, compared to non-GAAP net income of $12.3 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2024. Non-GAAP net income per share was $0.16 based on 152.3 million weighted-average shares outstanding, compared to non-GAAP net income per share of $0.09 based on 141.5 million weighted-average shares outstanding in the third quarter of fiscal 2024. Cash Flow: Net cash provided by operating activities was $22.4 million, compared to net cash used in operating activities of $55.7 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2024. Adjusted Free Cash Flow: Adjusted free cash flow was $25.5 million compared to $12.7 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2024. Cash and Investments: Cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments were $558.5 million as of October 31, 2024. Descriptions of our non-GAAP financial measures are contained in the section titled "Explanation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" below and reconciliations of GAAP and non-GAAP financial measures are contained in the tables below. Proposed Acquisition; Conference Call and Guidance On October 17, 2024, we announced that Zuora entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Silver Lake, the global leader in technology investing, in partnership with an affiliate of GIC Pte. Ltd. (“GIC”). The transaction is valued at $1.7 billion, with Silver Lake and GIC to acquire all outstanding shares of Zuora common stock for $10.00 per share in cash. The acquisition is expected to close in the first calendar quarter of 2024, subject to customary closing conditions and approvals, including the receipt of the required regulatory approvals. Upon completion of the transaction, Zuora will become a privately held company. Given the proposed acquisition of Zuora, we will not be holding a conference call or live webcast to discuss Zuora's third quarter of fiscal 2025 financial results, we will not be providing any forward looking guidance, and we are withdrawing all previously provided goals, outlook, and guidance. Key Operational and Financial Metrics: Customers with annual contract value (ACV) equal to or greater than $250,000 were 451, compared to 453 as of October 31, 2023. Dollar-based retention rate (DBRR) was 103%, compared to 108% as of October 31, 2023. Annual recurring revenue (ARR) was $419.9 million compared to $396.0 million as of October 31, 2023, representing ARR growth of 6%. Explanation of Key Operational and Financial Metrics: Annual Contract Value (ACV) . We define ACV as the subscription revenue we would contractually expect to recognize from a customer over the next twelve months, assuming no increases or reductions in their subscriptions. We define the number of customers at the end of any particular period as the number of parties or organizations that have entered into a distinct subscription contract with us and for which the term has not ended. Each party with whom we have entered into a distinct subscription contract is considered a unique customer, and in some cases, there may be more than one customer within a single organization. Dollar-based Retention Rate (DBRR) . We calculate DBRR as of a period end by starting with the sum of the ACV from all customers as of twelve months prior to such period end, or prior period ACV. We then calculate the sum of the ACV from these same customers as of the current period end, or current period ACV. Current period ACV includes any upsells and also reflects contraction or attrition over the trailing twelve months but excludes revenue from new customers added in the current period. We then divide the current period ACV by the prior period ACV to arrive at our dollar-based retention rate. Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR). ARR represents the annualized recurring value at the time of initial booking or contract modification for all active subscription contracts at the end of a reporting period. ARR excludes the value of non-recurring revenue such as professional services revenue as well as contracts with new customers with a term of less than one year. ARR should be viewed independently of revenue and deferred revenue, and is not intended to be a substitute for, or combined with, any of these items. ARR growth is calculated by dividing the ARR as of a period end by the ARR for the corresponding period end of the prior fiscal year. Explanation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures: In addition to financial measures prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), this press release and the accompanying tables contain non-GAAP financial measures including: non-GAAP cost of subscription revenue; non-GAAP subscription gross margin; non-GAAP cost of professional services revenue; non-GAAP professional services gross margin; non-GAAP gross profit; non-GAAP gross margin; non-GAAP income from operations; non-GAAP operating margin; non-GAAP net income; non-GAAP net income per share; and adjusted free cash flow. The presentation of these financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for, or superior to, financial information prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP. We use non-GAAP financial measures in conjunction with GAAP measures as part of our overall assessment of our performance, including the preparation of our annual operating budget and quarterly forecasts, to evaluate the effectiveness of our business strategies and to communicate with our Board of Directors concerning our financial performance. We believe these non-GAAP measures provide investors consistency and comparability with our past financial performance and facilitate period-to-period comparisons of our operating results. We also believe these non-GAAP measures are useful in evaluating our operating performance compared to that of other companies in our industry, as they generally eliminate the effects of certain items that may vary for different companies for reasons unrelated to overall operating performance. We exclude the following items from one or more of our non-GAAP financial measures: Stock-based compensation expense . We exclude stock-based compensation expense, which is a non-cash expense, because we believe that excluding this item provides meaningful supplemental information regarding operational performance. In particular, stock-based compensation expense is not comparable across companies given it is calculated using a variety of valuation methodologies and subjective assumptions. Amortization of acquired intangible assets . We exclude amortization of acquired intangible assets, which is a non-cash expense, because we do not believe it has a direct correlation to the operation of our business. Charitable contributions. We exclude expenses associated with charitable donations of our common stock. We believe that excluding these non-cash expenses allows investors to make more meaningful comparisons between our operating results and those of other companies. Shareholder matters . We exclude non-recurring charges and benefits, net of insurance recoveries, including litigation expenses, settlements and other legal, consulting and advisory fees, related to shareholder matters that are outside of the ordinary course of our business, including expenses related to a cooperation agreement. We believe these charges and benefits do not have a direct correlation to the operations of our business and may vary in size depending on the timing, results and resolution of such litigation, settlements, agreements or other shareholder matters. Asset impairment . We exclude non-cash charges for impairment of assets, including impairments related to internal-use software, office leases, and acquired intangible assets. Impairment charges can vary significantly in terms of amount and timing and we do not consider these charges indicative of our current or past operating performance. Moreover, we believe that excluding the effects of these charges allows investors to make more meaningful comparisons between our operating results and those of other companies. Change in fair value of debt derivative and warrant liabilities. We exclude fair value adjustments related to the debt derivative and warrant liabilities, which are non-cash gains or losses, as they can fluctuate significantly with changes in Zuora's stock price and market volatility, and do not reflect the underlying cash flows or operational results of the business. Acquisition-related expenses . We exclude acquisition-related expenses (including integration-related charges) that are not related to our ongoing operations. These expenses include gains or losses recognized on contingent consideration related to acquisitions, including costs associated with our proposed acquisition. We do not consider these transaction expenses as reflective of our core business or ongoing operating performance. Workforce reductions . We exclude charges related to workforce reduction plans, including severance, health care and related expenses. We believe these charges are not indicative of our continuing operations. Additionally, we disclose "adjusted free cash flow", which is a non-GAAP measure that includes adjustments to operating cash flows for cash impacts related to Shareholder matters and Acquisition-related expenses described above, and net purchases of property and equipment. We include the impact of net purchases of property and equipment in our adjusted free cash flow calculation because we consider these capital expenditures to be a necessary component of our ongoing operations. We believe this measure is meaningful to investors because management reviews cash flows generated from operations excluding such expenditures that are not related to our ongoing operations. Investors are cautioned that there are material limitations associated with the use of non-GAAP financial measures as an analytical tool. The non-GAAP measures we use may be different from non-GAAP financial measures used by other companies, limiting their usefulness for comparison purposes. We compensate for these limitations by providing specific information regarding the GAAP items excluded from these non-GAAP financial measures. Forward-Looking Statements: This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Words such as “believes,” “may,” “will,” “determine,” “estimates,” “potential,” “continues,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “expects,” “could,” “would,” “projects,” “plans,” “targets,” “strategy,” “likely,” and variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this release include statements regarding the proposed acquisition of Zuora, including the expected timing of the closing of the acquisition, and expectations for Zuora following the completion of the acquisition. Forward-looking statements are based on management's expectations as of the date of this filing and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions, many of which involve factors or circumstances that are beyond our control. Our actual results could differ materially from those stated or implied in forward-looking statements due to a number of factors, including but not limited to, risks detailed in our Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 29, 2024 as well as other documents that may be filed by us from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended October 31, 2024. In particular, the following factors, among others, could cause results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements: the possibility that the closing conditions to the proposed acquisition are not satisfied (or waived), including the risk that required approvals from Zuora’s stockholders for the proposed acquisition or required regulatory approvals to consummate the acquisition are not obtained in a timely manner (or at all); the outcome of the current complaint and any potential litigation relating to the proposed acquisition; uncertainties as to the timing of the consummation of the proposed acquisition; the ability of each party to consummate the proposed acquisition; our ability to attract new customers and retain and expand sales to existing customers; our ability to manage our future revenue and profitability plans effectively; adoption of monetization platform software and related solutions, as well as consumer adoption of products and services that are provided through such solutions; our ability to develop and release new products and services, or successful enhancements, new features and modifications; challenges related to growing our relationships with strategic partners; loss of key employees; our ability to compete in our markets; adverse impacts on our business and financial condition due to macroeconomic or market conditions; the impact of actions to improve operational efficiencies and operating costs; our history of net losses and ability to achieve or sustain profitability; market acceptance of our products; the success of our product development efforts; risks associated with currency exchange rate fluctuations; risks associated with our debt obligations; successful deployment of our solutions by customers after entering into a subscription agreement with us; the success of our sales and product initiatives; our security measures; our ability to adequately protect our intellectual property; interruptions or performance problems; litigation and other shareholder related costs; the anticipated benefits of acquisitions and ability to integrate operations and technology of any acquired company; geopolitical conflicts or destabilizing events; other business effects, including those related to industry, market, economic, political, regulatory and global health conditions and other risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking statements included in this press release represent our views as of the date of this press release. We anticipate that subsequent events and developments will cause our views to change. We undertake no intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing our views as of any date subsequent to the date of this press release. Important Information and Where to Find It In connection with the proposed acquisition, Zuora has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) a proxy statement in preliminary form on November 25, 2024, a definitive version of which will be mailed or otherwise provided to its stockholders. The Company and affiliates of the Company have jointly filed a transaction statement on Schedule 13E-3 (the Schedule 13E-3). Zuora may also file other documents with the SEC regarding the potential transaction. BEFORE MAKING ANY VOTING DECISION, ZUORA’S STOCKHOLDERS ARE URGED TO CAREFULLY READ THE PROXY STATEMENT AND THE SCHEDULE 13E-3 IN THEIR ENTIRETY AND ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS FILED WITH THE SEC AS WELL AS ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTS THERETO IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION OR INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE THEREIN BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION AND THE PARTIES TO THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION AND RELATED MATTERS. Investors and security holders may obtain free copies of the proxy statement, the Schedule 13E-3 and other documents that Zuora files with the SEC from the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and Zuora’s website at investor.zuora.com . In addition, the proxy statement, the Schedule 13E-3 and other documents filed by Zuora with the SEC (when available) may be obtained from Zuora free of charge by directing a request to Zuora’s Investor Relations at investorrelations@zuora.com . Participants in the Solicitation Zuora and certain of its directors, executive officers and employees may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from Zuora’s stockholders in connection with the proposed transaction. Information regarding the persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of the stockholders of Zuora in connection with the proposed transaction, including a description of their respective direct or indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise will be set forth in the proxy statement and Schedule 13E-3 and other materials to be filed with the SEC. You may also find additional information about Zuora’s directors and executive officers in Zuora’s proxy statement for its 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which was filed with the SEC on May 16, 2024 (the “Annual Meeting Proxy Statement”). To the extent holdings of securities by potential participants (or the identity of such participants) have changed since the information printed in the Annual Meeting Proxy Statement, such information has been or will be reflected in Zuora’s Statements of Change in Ownership on Forms 3 and 4 filed with the SEC. You can obtain free copies of these documents from Zuora using the contact information above. About Zuora, Inc. Zuora provides a leading monetization suite to build, run and grow a modern business through a dynamic mix of usage-based models, subscription bundles and everything in between. From pricing and packaging, to billing, payments and revenue accounting, Zuora’s flexible, modular software platform is designed to help companies evolve monetization strategies with customer demand. More than 1,000 customers around the world, including BMC Software, Box, Caterpillar, General Motors, The New York Times, Schneider Electric and Zoom use Zuora’s leading combination of technology and expertise to turn recurring relationships and recurring revenue into recurring growth. Zuora is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices in the Americas, EMEA and APAC. To learn more, please visit zuora.com . © 2024 Zuora, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Zuora, Subscribed, Subscription Economy, Powering the Subscription Economy, Subscription Economy Index, Zephr, and Subscription Experience Platform are trademarks or registered trademarks of Zuora, Inc. Third party trademarks mentioned above are owned by their respective companies. Nothing in this press release should be construed to the contrary, or as an approval, endorsement or sponsorship by any third parties of Zuora, Inc. or any aspect of this press release. SOURCE: ZUORA, INC. ZUORA, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE LOSS (in thousands, except per share data) (unaudited) Three Months Ended October 31, Nine Months Ended October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Revenue: Subscription $ 105,253 $ 98,048 $ 308,263 $ 283,232 Professional services 11,676 11,801 33,831 37,760 Total revenue 116,929 109,849 342,094 320,992 Cost of revenue: Subscription 1 23,954 20,378 67,207 62,304 Professional services 1 14,383 14,650 43,483 47,851 Total cost of revenue 38,337 35,028 110,690 110,155 Gross profit 78,592 74,821 231,404 210,837 Operating expenses: Research and development 1 26,833 27,504 76,853 79,428 Sales and marketing 1 36,597 40,245 108,579 124,488 General and administrative 1 26,880 15,893 71,351 54,160 Total operating expenses 90,310 83,642 256,783 258,076 Loss from operations (11,718 ) (8,821 ) (25,379 ) (47,239 ) Change in fair value of debt derivative and warrant liabilities (20,174 ) 6,997 (29,115 ) 2,241 Interest expense (7,045 ) (5,610 ) (20,781 ) (14,604 ) Interest and other income (expense), net 6,505 2,272 19,988 13,639 Loss before income taxes (32,432 ) (5,162 ) (55,287 ) (45,963 ) Income tax (benefit) provision (226 ) 340 (2,152 ) 1,396 Net loss (32,206 ) (5,502 ) (53,135 ) (47,359 ) Comprehensive loss: Foreign currency translation adjustment 462 (696 ) 386 (1,383 ) Unrealized gain (loss) on available-for-sale securities 248 (18 ) 63 494 Comprehensive loss $ (31,496 ) $ (6,216 ) $ (52,686 ) $ (48,248 ) Net loss per share, basic and diluted $ (0.21 ) $ (0.04 ) $ (0.36 ) $ (0.34 ) Weighted-average shares outstanding used in calculating net loss per share, basic and diluted 152,263 141,488 149,457 138,789 (1) Stock-based compensation expense was recorded in the following cost and expense categories: Three Months Ended October 31, Nine Months Ended October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Cost of subscription revenue $ 2,331 $ 2,350 $ 6,291 $ 6,889 Cost of professional services revenue 2,598 2,747 7,359 8,997 Research and development 7,697 7,165 21,680 20,661 Sales and marketing 7,613 8,191 20,609 24,857 General and administrative 4,694 5,648 13,163 16,569 Total stock-based compensation expense $ 24,933 $ 26,101 $ 69,102 $ 77,973 ZUORA, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (in thousands) (unaudited) October 31, 2024 January 31, 2024 Assets Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 277,615 $ 256,065 Short-term investments 280,909 258,120 Accounts receivable, net 82,414 124,602 Deferred commissions, current portion 15,995 15,870 Prepaid expenses and other current assets 25,183 23,261 Total current assets 682,116 677,918 Property and equipment, net 27,403 25,961 Operating lease right-of-use assets 20,591 22,462 Purchased intangibles, net 23,146 10,082 Deferred commissions, net of current portion 24,941 27,250 Goodwill 73,903 56,657 Other assets 4,972 3,506 Total assets $ 857,072 $ 823,836 Liabilities and stockholders’ equity Current liabilities: Accounts payable $ 761 $ 3,161 Accrued expenses and other current liabilities 45,167 32,157 Accrued employee liabilities 29,860 37,722 Deferred revenue, current portion 177,436 199,615 Operating lease liabilities, current portion 7,030 6,760 Total current liabilities 260,254 279,415 Long-term debt 368,348 359,525 Deferred revenue, net of current portion 860 2,802 Operating lease liabilities, net of current portion 32,573 37,100 Deferred tax liabilities 4,066 3,725 Other long-term liabilities 6,781 7,582 Total liabilities 672,882 690,149 Stockholders’ equity: Class A common stock 15 14 Class B common stock 1 1 Additional paid-in capital 1,067,329 964,141 Accumulated other comprehensive loss (410 ) (859 ) Accumulated deficit (882,745 ) (829,610 ) Total stockholders’ equity 184,190 133,687 Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 857,072 $ 823,836 ZUORA, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (in thousands) (unaudited) Nine Months Ended October 31, 2024 2023 Cash flows from operating activities: Net loss $ (53,135 ) $ (47,359 ) Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities: Depreciation, amortization and accretion 14,715 13,684 Stock-based compensation 69,102 77,973 Provision for credit losses 2,117 457 Amortization of deferred commissions 13,946 14,415 Reduction in carrying amount of right-of-use assets 3,470 4,876 Change in fair value of debt derivative and warrant liabilities 29,115 (2,241 ) Other (2,418 ) 2,630 Changes in operating assets and liabilities: Accounts receivable 40,149 12,476 Prepaid expenses and other assets (2,657 ) 878 Deferred commissions (12,107 ) (12,013 ) Accounts payable (2,529 ) (634 ) Accrued expenses and other liabilities 6,843 (82,904 ) Accrued employee liabilities (7,986 ) 509 Deferred revenue (24,439 ) (7,461 ) Operating lease liabilities (7,476 ) (10,962 ) Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 66,710 (35,676 ) Cash flows from investing activities: Purchases of property and equipment (9,252 ) (6,913 ) Purchases of short-term investments (240,093 ) (66,665 ) Maturities of short-term investments 222,279 175,128 Cash paid for acquisition, net of cash acquired (24,786 ) (4,524 ) Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities (51,852 ) 97,026 Cash flows from financing activities: Proceeds from issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options 3,372 1,000 Proceeds from issuance of common stock under employee stock purchase plan 4,481 4,765 Payment for taxes related to net share settlement of stock options (1,547 ) — Proceeds from issuance of convertible senior notes, net of issuance costs — 145,861 Net cash provided by financing activities 6,306 151,626 Effect of exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents 386 (1,383 ) Net increase in cash and cash equivalents 21,550 211,593 Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period 256,065 203,239 Cash and cash equivalents, end of period $ 277,615 $ 414,832 ZUORA, INC. RECONCILIATION OF SELECTED GAAP MEASURES TO NON-GAAP MEASURES (in thousands, except percentages) (unaudited) Subscription Gross Margin Three Months Ended October 31, Nine Months Ended October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Reconciliation of cost of subscription revenue: GAAP cost of subscription revenue $ 23,954 $ 20,378 $ 67,207 $ 62,304 Less: Stock-based compensation (2,331 ) (2,350 ) (6,291 ) (6,889 ) Amortization of acquired intangibles (1,164 ) (607 ) (2,706 ) (2,083 ) Workforce reductions (228 ) — (796 ) (38 ) Acquisition-related expenses (12 ) — (103 ) — Asset impairment — (439 ) — (439 ) Shareholder matters — — (20 ) — Non-GAAP cost of subscription revenue $ 20,219 $ 16,982 $ 57,291 $ 52,855 GAAP subscription gross margin 77 % 79 % 78 % 78 % Non-GAAP subscription gross margin 81 % 83 % 81 % 81 % Professional Services Gross Margin Three Months Ended October 31, Nine Months Ended October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Reconciliation of cost of professional services revenue: GAAP cost of professional services revenue $ 14,383 $ 14,650 $ 43,483 $ 47,851 Less: Stock-based compensation (2,598 ) (2,747 ) (7,359 ) (8,997 ) Acquisition-related expenses (22 ) — (22 ) — Shareholder matters — — (28 ) — Workforce reductions — — (5 ) (46 ) Non-GAAP cost of professional services revenue $ 11,763 $ 11,903 $ 36,069 $ 38,808 GAAP professional services gross margin (23 )% (24 )% (29 )% (27 )% Non-GAAP professional services gross margin (1 )% (1 )% (7 )% (3 )% ZUORA, INC. RECONCILIATION OF SELECTED GAAP MEASURES TO NON-GAAP MEASURES (CONTINUED) (in thousands, except percentages) (unaudited) Total Gross Margin Three Months Ended October 31, Nine Months Ended October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Reconciliation of gross profit: GAAP gross profit $ 78,592 $ 74,821 $ 231,404 $ 210,837 Add: Stock-based compensation 4,929 5,097 13,650 15,886 Amortization of acquired intangibles 1,164 607 2,706 2,083 Workforce reductions 228 — 801 84 Acquisition-related expenses 34 — 125 — Asset impairment — 439 — 439 Shareholder matters — — 48 — Non-GAAP gross profit $ 84,947 $ 80,964 $ 248,734 $ 229,329 GAAP gross margin 67 % 68 % 68 % 66 % Non-GAAP gross margin 73 % 74 % 73 % 71 % Operating (Loss) Income and Operating Margin Three Months Ended October 31, Nine Months Ended October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Reconciliation of (loss) income from operations: GAAP loss from operations $ (11,718 ) $ (8,821 ) $ (25,379 ) $ (47,239 ) Add: Stock-based compensation 24,933 26,101 69,102 77,973 Acquisition-related expenses 10,299 19 17,100 211 Amortization of acquired intangibles 1,164 607 2,706 2,083 Workforce reductions 241 — 1,518 265 Shareholder matters 181 (3,508 ) 4,240 (3,265 ) Asset impairment — 1,592 — 1,592 Non-GAAP income from operations $ 25,100 $ 15,990 $ 69,287 $ 31,620 GAAP operating margin (10 )% (8 )% (7 )% (15 )% Non-GAAP operating margin 21 % 15 % 20 % 10 % ZUORA, INC. RECONCILIATION OF SELECTED GAAP MEASURES TO NON-GAAP MEASURES (CONTINUED) (in thousands, except per share data) (unaudited) Net (Loss) Income and Net (Loss) Income Per Share Three Months Ended October 31, Nine Months Ended October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Reconciliation of net (loss) income: GAAP net loss $ (32,206 ) $ (5,502 ) $ (53,135 ) $ (47,359 ) Add: Stock-based compensation 24,933 26,101 69,102 77,973 Change in fair value of debt derivative and warrant liabilities 20,174 (6,997 ) 29,115 (2,241 ) Acquisition-related expenses 10,299 19 17,100 211 Amortization of acquired intangibles 1,164 607 2,706 2,083 Workforce reductions 241 — 1,518 265 Shareholder matters 181 (3,508 ) 4,240 (3,265 ) Asset impairment — 1,592 — 1,592 Non-GAAP net income $ 24,786 $ 12,312 $ 70,646 $ 29,259 GAAP net loss per share, basic and diluted 1 $ (0.21 ) $ (0.04 ) $ (0.36 ) $ (0.34 ) Non-GAAP net income per share, basic and diluted 1 $ 0.16 $ 0.09 $ 0.47 $ 0.21 (1) For the three months ended October 31, 2024 and 2023, GAAP and Non-GAAP net (loss) income per share are calculated based upon 152.3 million and 141.5 million basic and diluted weighted-average shares of common stock, respectively. For the nine months ended October 31, 2024 and 2023, GAAP and Non-GAAP net (loss) income per share are calculated based upon 149.5 million and 138.8 million basic and diluted weighted-average shares of common stock, respectively. Adjusted Free Cash Flow Three Months Ended October 31, Nine Months Ended October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Reconciliation of adjusted free cash flow: Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities (GAAP) $ 22,408 $ (55,657 ) $ 66,710 $ (35,676 ) Add: Acquisition-related expenses 5,587 28 7,300 135 Shareholder matters 824 71,377 4,379 72,130 Less: Purchases of property and equipment (3,330 ) (3,075 ) (9,252 ) (6,913 ) Adjusted free cash flow (non-GAAP) $ 25,489 $ 12,673 $ 69,137 $ 29,676 Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities (GAAP) $ 18,999 $ 2,005 $ (51,852 ) $ 97,026 Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities (GAAP) $ (1,295 ) $ 145,899 $ 6,306 $ 151,626 View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241209614914/en/ CONTACT: Investor Relations Contact: Luana Wolk investorrelations@zuora.com 650-419-1377Media Relations Contact: Margaret Juhnke press@zuora.com 619-609-3919 KEYWORD: CALIFORNIA UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: SOFTWARE PAYMENTS ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TECHNOLOGY ELECTRONIC COMMERCE FINTECH OTHER TECHNOLOGY SOURCE: Zuora, Inc. 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Missouri coach Dennis Gates will be coaching against the University of California, his alma mater, for the first time as a head coach. Gates spent four seasons at Cal from 1998-2002, where he was a two-time first-team All-Academic selection in the Pac-10 and was a part of the 2002 NCAA Tournament team. In his senior season, Gates averaged 5.6 points, 2.5 assists and two rebounds a game. "I've made some great relationships and met some great people that I still keep in contact with," Gates said. "I'm thankful for what that institution gave me and the people that I met, what they gave me at the age of 18 through the age of 22." The Golden Bears enter Tuesday's matchup 6-1; their only loss was an 85-69 defeat in Nashville against Vanderbilt. California is led by coach Mark Madsen, who spent nine years in the NBA with the Lakers and Timberwolves. The California native won two NBA championships with the Lakers. After his playing days, Madsen spent six years as an assistant coach before taking the head job at Utah Valley in 2019. The Wolverines won a program record 28 wins in 2022-2023, leading Madsen to the California job. Cal came into the season with the 12th-best transfer class in the country, with 10 of their 11 scholarship players being transfers. Andrej Stojaković, the eldest son of former NBA star Peja Stojaković, is Cal’s leading scorer, averaging 17.7 points and 5.1 rebounds per game. Stojakovic spent his freshman year at Stanford before transferring to Cal this season. Caleb Grill Update Caleb Grill was released from the hospital Wednesday night after suffering a neck injury in the Tigers' 81-61 win over Lindenwood. Grill was going up for a rebound before his neck snapped back, and he landed hard on the ground. He was tended to for several minutes before he was stretchered off the court with 10:16 remaining in the first half. In Gates' press conference Monday, he said that Grill will be out against Cal and be considered day-to-day, leaving the door open for the graduate guard to suit up against No. 1 Kansas on Sunday. "He spent the majority of the time in the hospital watching his team play on his phone," Gates said. "It was about 2 am when he called and said, 'Coach, I'm good to go. I'm sitting here jogging in place.'" NET Rankings released The NCAA Evaluation Tool (NET) rankings were released Monday and ranked Missouri 46th in the nation. The rankings are used around the time of the NCAA tournament to help determine the quality of teams and wins. Quad one, two, three, and four wins are all determined by the NET. The SEC has 10 of its 16 teams in the top 50 of the rankings.No farm, no problem: Young farmers get their start in the industry in other ways

Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Police have arrested five people including the son of a BJP leader for vandalising the vehicle service centre owned by Milind Mahajan, son of former Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan, an official said on Monday. One accused is still at large. Two employees of the service centre got injured in the incident. On Monday, hundreds of Mahajan’s supporters reached police commissioner Santosh Kumar Singh’s office and gave him a memorandum demanding strict action against the accused. The CP assured them that he had formed a special investigation team (SIT) under the supervision of DCP zone (1) Vinod Kumar Meena to investigate the case thoroughly and will present a strong charge sheet before the court so that all accused get strict punishment. CCTV Footage: The car showroom of former LS speaker Sumitra Mahajan's son, Milind Mahajan vandalized #MadhyaPradesh #madhyapradeshnews pic.twitter.com/35jR5sWqyL According to police, the accused Saurabh Karosiya, Mohit Gehat, Abhay Bhatrod, Sahil alias Bittu Dhaulpur and Tarun alias Tannu are arrested while the tanker driver is still absconding. Saurabh Karosiya is the nephew of BJP leader Pratap Karosiya, who holds designation of a minister of state. One of the arrested, Tarun, is a sanitation worker in the municipal corporation. Another accused, Mohit, works in place of his father in IMC. DCP Vinod Kumar Meena informed Free Press that the SIT will be led by ACP Ashish Patel and he will supervise it. He said police have added severe sections of rioting and extortion against the accused. The police have got their remand till December 14. DCP Meena further said that the altercation was over paying a service bill. The service centre’s bill was made for Rs 12,500 and the main accused Saurabh was willing to pay only Rs 10,000, leading to an argument. The accused allegedly tried to leave without paying the full amount. When the showroom staff attempted to stop him, Saurabh, along with his associates assaulted the employees and vandalized the premises. Initially, the police registered a case under minor sections. However, after video footage emerged and the case became politically sensitive, the police conducted a thorough investigation. On Sunday night, additional charges under Section 308(5) (extortion), Section 190 and Section 191(2) (rioting) were added. These charges are non-bailable and carry imprisonment up to 10 years. SIT to monitor case till chargesheet is filed: CP Commissioner of Police Santosh Kumar Singh said, "We are looking into the criminal records of all accused. They would be interrogated during their remand. The charges added are severe and non-bailable. The SIT will work till the chargesheet is filed. It will ensure that witnesses are present in court and scientific evidence, like video footage is used to secure convictions. If threats are made to the complainant, we will file another FIR against those responsible."China’s first monetary policy shift since 2010 to spur economic growth

Share Tweet Share Share Email In an era where data is the new currency, safeguarding user information has become a paramount challenge for tech giants. With public scrutiny intensifying, companies must navigate the fine line between innovation and privacy. Ajay Krishnan Prabhakaran, a senior data engineer in Silicon Valley, offers a rare glimpse into the meticulous strategies employed to ensure data integrity. The Data Lifecycle: From Collection to Deletion Every interaction, whether it is a login, a post, or even a scroll, generates data. Ajay explains, “Each piece of data is annotated at the time of logging to distinguish between sensitive and non-sensitive information.” Sensitive data, like user IDs, is flagged to ensure its handling adheres to strict privacy protocols. These annotations are a cornerstone for ensuring privacy is baked into the system from the ground up. To illustrate, consider how a social media platform might handle user data. When a user logs in, their session data is tagged with a unique identifier that is separate from their personal information. This separation ensures that even if the session data is accessed, it cannot be directly linked back to the individual without additional authorization. This method not only protects user privacy but also complies with regulatory requirements. The annotated data is stored in Hive, a robust system designed for massive-scale data processing and analysis. Data retention policies are carefully calibrated to balance operational needs with privacy considerations. For instance, detailed logs containing user-specific information are retained for only a few weeks, while aggregated and anonymized data, compressed into summaries, can be stored for years to support long-term analytical needs. This approach allows companies to derive valuable insights without compromising individual privacy. When users choose to delete their accounts, the company faces the challenge of erasing all traces of their information. Ajay’s team developed an innovative solution by introducing replacement IDs (rids). At the time of data logging, user IDs are linked to rids in a secure mapping table. When an account is deleted, the corresponding row in the mapping table is removed, effectively anonymizing the data and severing any connection to the user. This process not only ensures compliance with privacy laws but also builds trust with users by demonstrating a commitment to their privacy. Preventing Data Misuse: A Multi-Layered Approach Storing data securely is only part of the equation; preventing unauthorized access and misuse is equally critical. Ajay highlights a two-year project his team undertook to develop a data lineage tracking system. This tool maps the flow of data across applications and flags any unauthorized data sharing or movement. This capability is essential for meeting stringent regulatory requirements like GDPR, which mandates transparency and accountability in data handling. To ensure legitimate use cases comply with privacy standards, thorough audits are conducted regularly. These audits require demonstrating that the requested data access is essential for integrity purposes and aligns with strict privacy protocols. He emphasizes the importance of this oversight, saying, “We must ensure every bit of data usage is justified and transparent.” To further bolster security, systems are designed with advanced monitoring tools that detect anomalies in real-time. Whether it’s identifying unusual access patterns or potential data breaches, these tools act as a frontline defense, ensuring threats are addressed proactively. For example, machine learning algorithms can be employed to recognize patterns that deviate from the norm, allowing for swift intervention before any damage occurs. Moreover, companies are increasingly adopting zero-trust architectures, which assume that threats could be internal as well as external. This approach requires continuous verification of user identities and access privileges, minimizing the risk of unauthorized data access. By implementing such comprehensive security measures, companies can significantly reduce the likelihood of data breaches and misuse. The Bigger Picture: Balancing Innovation and Privacy Beyond technical solutions, Ajay underscores the importance of fostering a company-wide culture of accountability. Regular third-party audits, stringent penalties for privacy violations, and a commitment to transparency are all critical to maintaining user trust. He believes this cultural foundation is what differentiates companies that excel in privacy protection from those that fall short. He also highlights the ethical dimensions of data engineering. “It’s not just about solving problems; it’s about considering the societal impact of the solutions we implement,” he notes. By designing tools and processes that prioritize user privacy, engineers contribute to a broader vision of ethical innovation. This approach ensures that technological advancements are aligned with societal values and expectations. In addition, companies are increasingly engaging with stakeholders, including users, regulators, and advocacy groups, to ensure their privacy practices meet evolving expectations. This dialogue helps companies stay ahead of potential issues and fosters a sense of shared responsibility for data protection. Looking Ahead: The Future of Data Privacy As artificial intelligence and machine learning redefine how data is utilized, the complexity of safeguarding privacy will only increase. His insights highlight the importance of staying ahead of emerging challenges. Detecting AI-generated profiles, refining models to prevent fraud, and addressing the nuances of cross-border data flows are just a few of the issues that will dominate the data privacy landscape in the coming years. He emphasizes that adaptability and continuous learning are crucial for engineers working in this space. “The landscape is evolving rapidly. We must remain agile and committed to innovation,” he says. In a world increasingly reliant on digital platforms, the stakes for data privacy have never been higher. By combining technical expertise with a steadfast commitment to ethical practices, engineers like Ajay are not only safeguarding user data but also setting the stage for a more secure and trustworthy digital ecosystem. Related Items: Securing Trust in a Digital World , Trust in a Digital World Share Tweet Share Share Email Comments

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