Form 8-K - Current report
Source: Edgar (US Regulatory)
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 30, 2024
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SideChannel, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware 000-28745 86-0837077(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation) (Commission
File Number) (IRS Employer
Identification No.)
146 Main Street, Suite 405, Worcester, MA 01608
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
(508) 925-0114
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):
?Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) ?Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) ?Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) ?Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registeredCommon Stock, par value $0.001 per share SDCH OTC Markets Group (OTCQB)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
Emerging growth company ?
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ?
Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure.
On January 30, 2024, SideChannel, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing the promotion of three employees to security service delivery leadership positions.
The information included in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall such information be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing. The information set forth under this Item 7.01 shall not be deemed an admission as to the materiality of any information in this Current Report on Form 8-K that is required to be disclosed solely to satisfy the requirements of Regulation FD.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
(a) Exhibits.
Exhibit No. Description99.1 Press Release issued by the registrant on January 30, 2024.104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
SideChannel, Inc. Date: January 30, 2024By:/s/ Brian Haugli Name:Brian Haugli Title:Chief Executive Officer
Exhibit 99.1
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SideChannel Announces Key Promotions to Fuel Growth and Success
WORCESTER, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 30, 2024 / SideChannel, Inc. (OTCQB:SDCH) (“SideChannel”), a leading provider of cybersecurity services and technology to emerging and middle market companies, today announced the promotion of three of its outstanding team members, further strengthening its leadership team in a strategic move to bolster the company’s growth and success.
Dele Owoye has been promoted to Director of Engineering. In his new role, Dele will oversee the engineering team, driving innovation and excellence in developing robust cybersecurity solutions. Dele has been instrumental in numerous projects at SideChannel and is known for his exceptional technical expertise and leadership skills.
Matt Klein and Eric Gauthier have both been promoted to Vice President of Client Delivery. Matt and Eric will be responsible for ensuring the seamless delivery of services to SideChannel’s clients, maintaining the high standards of customer satisfaction that the company is known for. Their extensive experience and deep understanding of client needs make them the perfect fit for these critical roles.
Brian Haugli, CEO of SideChannel, expressed his enthusiasm for these promotions, stating, “The growth and success of SideChannel are driven by the talent and dedication of our team. Dele, Matt, and Eric have demonstrated exceptional skill and commitment in their respective fields. Their promotions are not only a testament to their individual achievements but also pivotal to our strategic direction. I am confident that in their new roles, they will play a crucial role in driving SideChannel’s growth and in helping us achieve new heights of success.”
These promotions come at a time when SideChannel is expanding its reach and influence in the cybersecurity domain, emphasizing the company’s commitment to leadership excellence and client satisfaction.
About SideChannel
SideChannel helps emerging and mid-market companies protect their assets. Founded in 2019, the Company delivers comprehensive cybersecurity plans through a series of actions branded, SideChannel Complete.
SideChannel deploys a combination of skilled and experienced talent, and technological tools to offer layered defense strategies supported by battle-tested processes. SideChannel also offers Enclave; a network infrastructure platform that eases the journey from zero to zero-trust. Learn more at sidechannel.com.
Investors and shareholders are encouraged to receive to press releases and industry updates by subscribing to the investor email newsletter and following SideChannel on X and LinkedIn.
SideChannel
146 Main Street, Suite 405
Worcester, MA 01608
Investor Contact
Ryan Polk
ir@sidechannel.com
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including information about management’s view of SideChannel’s future expectations, plans and prospects, subject to the safe harbor provisions under The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the “Act”). In particular, when used in the preceding discussion, the words “believes”, “hopes”, “expects”, “intends”, “plans”, “anticipates”, “potential”, “could”, “should” or “may”, and similar conditional expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Act and are subject to the safe harbor created by the Act and otherwise. Examples of forward-looking statements include, among others, statements relating to future sales, earnings, cash flows, results of operations, uses of cash and other measures of financial performance.
Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause SDCH’s actual results and financial condition to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. These risk factors include, but are not limited to: that we have incurred net losses since inception, our need for additional funding, the substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern, and the terms of any future funding we raise; our dependence on current management and our ability to attract and retain qualified employees; competition for our products; our ability to develop and successfully introduce new products, improve current products and innovate; unpredictability in our operating results; our ability to retain existing licensees and add new licensees; our ability to manage our growth; our ability to protect our intellectual property (IP), enforce our IP rights and defend against claims that we infringed on the IP of others; the risk associated with the concentration of our cash in one financial institution at levels above the amount protected by FDIC insurance; and other risk factors included from time to time in documents we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, our Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. These reports are available at www.sec.gov.
Other unknown or unpredictable factors also could have material adverse effects that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or represented in the forward-looking statements. Further, factors that we do not presently deem material as of the date of this release may become material in the future. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date hereof. SideChannel cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Finally, SideChannel undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements after the date of this release, except as required by law, nor any obligation to update or correct information prepared by third parties.
Cover
Jan. 30, 2024
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