UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-K

(Mark One)

☑  ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES

EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the fiscal year ended December 31, 20182019

☐  TRANSITION REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES

EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Commission file number 333-139045

ENIGMA-BULWARK, LTD.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

The aggregate market value of Common Stock held by non-affiliates of the Registrant as of June 30, 2022, was $6,462 based on a closing price of $0.0002 for Common Stock on June 30, 2022, the last business day of the registrant’s most recently completed second fiscal quarter. For purposes of this computation, all executive officers and directors have been deemed to be affiliates. Such determination should not be deemed to be an admission that such executive officers and directors are, in fact, affiliates of the Registrant.

Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the registrant’s

classes of Common Stock as of the latest practicable date.

136,591,547 common shares issued and outstanding as of May 31, 2023

PART I

This Annual Report contains forward-looking statements. These statements relate to future events or the Company’s future financial performance. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “may”, “should”, “expects”, “plans”, “anticipates”, “believes”, “estimates”, “predicts”, “potential” or “continue” or negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. These statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the Company’s or its industry’s actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements.

Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Except as required by applicable law, including the securities laws of the United States, the Company does not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements to conform these statements to actual results.

The Company’s financial statements are stated in United States Dollars (US$) and are prepared in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

In this Annual Report, unless otherwise specified, all dollar amounts are expressed in United States Dollars, and all references to “Common Stock” refer to the Company’s common stock.

As used in this Annual Report, the terms "we", "us", "our," “the Company” and "Enigma" mean Enigma-Bulwark, Ltd., and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Enigma-Bulwark Risk Management, Inc., PearTrack Systems Group, Ltd., Ecologic Car Rentals, Inc. and Ecologic Products, Inc., unless otherwise indicated.

The Company’s principal executive office is located at 3415 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 1100-#1234, Los Angeles, California 90034. The Company’s telephone number is (888) 287-9994, and fax is (888) 899-1443.

The Company’s website is www.enigma-bulwark.com.

The Company’s Common Stock is quoted on the OTC Pink under the symbol “EBWK”.

CORPORATE HISTORY

Formation and Development

The Company was incorporated in Nevada on September 30, 2005, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Formerly PearTrack Security Systems, Inc., the Company’s name was changed to Enigma-Bulwark, Ltd., on October 9, 2019, pursuant to a majority of the Company’s shareholders and unanimous resolution of the board of directors.

Enigma-Bulwark, Ltd. (“Enigma” or “Company”) is a security and risk management company that provides physical security, technology-systems integration, and risk management advisory services.  Services offered to assess and mitigate risk include security guards, risk management analysis, and proprietary and third-party technology and software. Target markets include corporations, governments and individuals across the globe.

During 2016 through 2018, the Company sought financing for the further development of its intellectual property, including the finalization of the PearLoxx container locking and tracking prototype, and the commercialization of an updated PearTrack platform and tracking system.  In addition, strategic acquisitions were pursued to expand the Company’s intellectual property portfolio.

Due to the Company’s inability to successfully commercialize the PearTrack intellectual property acquired in 2013 (the “PearTrack IP”), all rights, title and interest in the PearTrack IP reverted to the former licensees on December 31, 2018, and, pursuant to the terms of the Security Agreement, the related Note issued to the licensors (the “Note Holders”) was canceled.  In addition, all rights to future royalties collectible under any sub-license previously issued by the Company for the PearTrack IP reverted to the Note Holders.  As a result, in 2018, the Company recognized a gain on the extinguishment of debt of $2,000,000.

Although the PearTrack IP commercialization was unsuccessful, the Company continued to focus on security and risk management, and acquired intellectual property that is based on a patent-pending ²¹ interactive spontaneous video security technology (the “Safer IP”).  On October 11, 2018, the Company executed an Intellectual Property Purchase Agreement (the “Safer Agreement”) with Safer, Inc., a Florida corporation (the “Seller”), for the acquisition of the Safer IP.

²On July 21, 2021, the Company received a Notice of Allowance from the United States Patent and Trademark Office that its Patent Application 16/618,038 “Network Based Video Surveillance and Logistics for Multiple Users” was granted and would be issued to the Company.  For additional information on the patent application, see “Intellectual Property”

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Pursuant to the Safer Agreement, in exchange for all rights, title and interest in the Safer IP, among other things, the Company delivered to Seller:

1.Common Stock Purchase Agreement providing for the Seller the right to purchase 3,500,000 shares of the Company’s restricted Common Stock at a price of $0.001 per share, for $3,500 cash; and  

2.Revenue Sharing Agreement providing for a cash earn-out of 3% to be paid to the Seller, up to $1,000,000 paid to Seller, derived from the Adjusted Gross Revenue generated by the Company in connection with the Safer IP; and  

3.Royalty Agreement providing for a royalty of 1.5% of the Adjusted Gross Revenue generated by the Company in connection with the Safer IP.  

¹On July 21, 2021, the Company received a Notice of Allowance from the United States Patent and Trademark Office that its Patent Application 16/618,038 “Network Based Video Surveillance and Logistics for Multiple Users” was granted and would be issued to the Company.  For additional information on the patent application, see “Intellectual Property”

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In 2019, the Company was presented with an opportunity to start a security and risk management business headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, and identified key management to operate the business unit. On August 30, 2019, the Company formed Enigma-Bulwark Risk Management, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly-owned subsidiary (“EBRM”), to maintain the Company’s security and risk management operations and assets.  

In addition, EBRM acquired 100% of the shares of Enigma-Bulwark Security, Inc., a Delaware corporation formed by the Company in May 2019 (“EBS”). The Company attracted key senior management talent with backgrounds in structured finance, insurance, management, and M&A.  On August 8, 2019, EBS received its license to provide physical security officers from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and commenced its security protection operations in southern Florida, providing security services to the hospitality industry, as well as large events and VIPs/celebrities.

As part of the development of the South African business unit, the Company, through EBRM, entered into a Joint Venture Agreement (the “JV Agreement”) on September 8, 2020, with Prime African Security, Ltd., a South African corporation (“Prime”), to provide security and risk management services in South Africa. The joint venture formed Prime Enigma Africa (Pty) Ltd., a South African corporation (the “Joint Venture”), for which Prime owns 51% of the Common Stock and the Company owns 49%.  The JV Agreement is for an initial term of three (3) years, and automatically renews unless canceled in writing by either party.

COVID-19 Pandemic

In December 2019, an outbreak of the COVID-19 virus was reported in Wuhan, China. On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (“WHO”) declared the COVID-19 virus a global pandemic, and on March 13, 2020, former President Donald J. Trump declared the virus a national emergency in the United States.  As of the date of the filing of this Annual Report, the WHO reports over 757 million confirmed COVID-19 cases and over 6.8 million deaths worldwide, including over 1.1 million in the U.S. This highly contagious disease has spread to most of the countries in the world and throughout the United States, creating a serious impact on customers, workforces and suppliers, disrupting economies and financial markets, and potentially leading to a world-wide economic downturn. It has caused a disruption of the normal operations of many businesses, including the temporary closure or scale-back of business operations and/or the imposition of either quarantine or remote work or meeting requirements for employees, either by government order or on a voluntary basis.

The COVID-19 pandemic may adversely affect the Company’s clients’ operations, its employees and its employee productivity. It may also impact the ability of the Company’s subcontractors, partners, and suppliers to operate and fulfill their contractual obligations, and result in an increase in costs, delays or disruptions in performance. These effects, and the direct effect of the virus and the disruption on the Company’s employees and operations, may negatively impact both the Company’s ability to meet customer demand and its revenue and profit margins. The Company’s employees, in many cases, are working remotely and using various technologies to perform their functions. The Company might experience delays or changes in customer demand, particularly if customer funding priorities change. Further, in reaction to the spread of COVID-19 in the United States, many businesses have instituted social distancing policies, including the closure of offices and worksites and deferring planned business activity. Additionally, the disruption and volatility in the global and domestic capital markets may increase the cost of capital and limit the Company’s ability to access capital. Both the health and economic aspects of the COVID-19 virus are highly fluid and the future course of each is uncertain. For these reasons and other reasons that may come to light if the coronavirus pandemic and associated protective or preventative measures expand, the Company may experience a material adverse effect on its business operations, revenues and financial condition; however, its ultimate impact is highly uncertain and subject to change.

Management Changes

On June 23, 2016,  Mr. David M. Engert was appointed as a Board member, to serve until the next annual meeting of the shareholders and/or until his successor is duly appointed.

On January 20, 2017, Mr. David M. Engert resigned as a member of the board of directors.  This resignation did not involve any disagreement with the Company.

On September 19, 2018, Mr. E. William Withrow Jr. resigned as President and Chief Executive Officer.  This resignation did not involve any disagreement with the Company.  Mr. Kyle W. Withrow, succeeded him to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer until the next annual meeting of the shareholders and/or until he, or his successor is duly appointed.

On October 4, 2019, Mr. Clive Oosthuizen, Mr. David M. Rocke and Ms. Calli R. Bucci were appointed to the Board, to serve until the next annual meeting of the shareholders. Mr. John D. Macy was not re-elected to the board of directors.

On October 8, 2019, Ms. Calli R. Bucci resigned as Corporate Secretary.  This resignation did not involve any disagreement with the Company.  Ms. Yinuo “Rachel” Jiang succeeded her to serve as Corporate Secretary until the next annual meeting of the shareholders and/or until she, or her successor is duly appointed.

On January 12, 2021, Mr. John L. Ogden resigned as a Board member.  This resignation did not involve any disagreement with the Company.  Mr. Kyle W. Withrow, the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeded him as a director until the next annual meeting of the shareholders and/or until he, or his successor is duly appointed.

On April 6, 2021, Mr. E. William Withrow Jr. resigned as Executive Chairman of the Board.  His resignation did not involve any disagreement with the Company. Mr. Clive Oosthuizen, a Board member, and the President of the Company’s subsidiary, Enigma-Bulwark Risk Management, Inc., succeeded him.

On April 6, 2021, Mr. Kyle W. Withrow resigned as the Company President and Chief Executive Officer, and as a Board member.  His resignation did not involve any disagreement with the Company. Mr. Oosthuizen succeeded him as President and Chief Executive Officer until the next annual meeting of the shareholders and/or until he, or his successor, is duly appointed.  The vacant Board member seat resulting from Mr. Withrow’s resignation will remain open until a new member is elected at the next annual meeting of the shareholders, or is duly appointed by the Board.

On April 12, 2021, Mr. David Rocke resigned as a Board member, and consultant.  His resignation was preceded by the Company’s inquiry into Mr. Rocke’s performance in connection with his Consulting Agreement dated May 1, 2019.  The vacant Board member seat resulting from Mr. Rocke’s resignation will remain open until a new member is elected at the next annual meeting of the shareholders, or is duly appointed by the Board.

On April 12, 2021, Mr. Michael Gabriele resigned as President of Enigma-Bulwark Risk Management, Inc. and its subsidiaries9.  His resignation did not involve any disagreement with the Company.

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Overview

The Company is currently structured with four wholly-owned subsidiaries: Enigma-Bulwark Risk Management, Inc., a Delaware corporation (“EBRM”), and PearTrack Systems Group, Ltd. (“PTSG”), Ecologic Products, Inc. (“{“EPI”), and Ecologic Car Rentals, Inc. (“ECR”), all Nevada corporations.  The Company’s current business activities are diversified into two specific markets: security and risk management, and remote/mobile asset tracking products.  

Through its wholly-owned subsidiary, EBRM, the Company is operating a security and risk management business, and developing its proprietary, patent-pending and patented technology. EBRM is focused on providing security guards, both armed and unarmed, as well as security consulting and systems integration of security technology and software through the development of its patent-pending intellectual property (see “Intellectual Property”), along with third-party Plug-N-Play products.

In August 2019, the Company, through EBRM’s subsidiary, Enigma-Bulwark Security, Inc. (“EBS”), a Delaware corporation, established and operates a full-service security business targeting hospitality, corporate/executives, and petroleum assets. in Miami, Florida. EBS services include security guards, both armed and unarmed, as well as CCTV and video capture technology and security consulting services. As of October 2022, EBS maintains a staff of approximately forty-five (45) employees, including over forty (40) fully licensed security personnel, serving eleven (11) luxury and boutique hotels, restaurants and resorts in the greater Miami Beach, Florida, area.

In August 2020, EBRM formed a joint venture with Prime African Security, Ltd. Pty, a Pretoria, South Africa based full-service security company, accredited under the Private Security Industry Regulation Act 56 of 2001 (PSIRA), called Prime-Enigma Africa Ltd. Pty (“Prime-Enigma”) headquartered in Pretoria, South Africa. Prime-Enigma is currently bidding on security tenders from large international corporations operating in South Africa.

The Company also intends to provide a unique solution to security issues in the intermodal shipping container marketplace, with its patented container tracking and locking system, EnigmaLok (formerly PearLoxx), the rights of which were licensed to the Company in perpetuity in 2015 (see “Intellectual Property”).

Through the subsidiaries, Ecologic Car Rentals, Inc. and Ecologic Products, Inc., the Company continues its pursuits for strategic opportunities for its shareholders, as management believes that the brands have value for companies with environmentally-friendly consumer-related products and services.

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Business Strategy

In today’s complex and connected world, the Company believes that a holistic approach to risk management analysis is an essential component of business and life. The traditional idea of simply placing a guard at a post and using pen-and-paper systems has proven to simply be inadequate in this advanced and fast-paced society, and is precisely why technology needs to be adopted in private security.

The Company’s goal is to establish a worldwide security firm that provides the highest level of security protocols, capabilities and solutions to individuals, companies, and governments. The Company’s initial security operations service luxury hotels and resorts, events, and celebrities in the Miami Beach, Florida, area. The remaining operations are at various stages of development, ranging from commercial stage technology testing to early and mid-development stage, with about 25% of Enigma’s value proposition at the research and development stage.  As such, the Company will require additional investment capital to successfully implement its business strategy and fund the completion of its product development. There can be no assurance that such financing will become available or, if it does, that it will be offered to the Company on favorable terms.

The Company believes that the Miami, Florida, operations will be an ideal market entry point for its other security offerings, such as its Smart Video products.  Management intends to utilize the Miami operations as a test market for these security technologies, of which the resulting data will prove invaluable in the Company’s larger scale marketing endeavors. Enigma is targeting a wide range of industries, and is positioned to grow its business through the exploitation of its intellectual property and integrated solutions.

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The Company’s strategy is a multi-pronged approach that includes a combination of:

·enhancing and expanding existing products and services; 

·expanding intellectual property through licensing; 

·identifying potential business acquisitions and strategic partnerships; 

·expanding nationwide security operations and customer base; 

·establishing security operations on a global scale; and 

·continuing to upgrade technologies and training personnel. 

With the integration of experience, awareness, preparation, capability, innovation, and execution, the Company can design solutions that are threat-focused, intelligence-led, innovative and scalable – solutions that will reflect a clients’ specific risks and objectives.  

Client Benefits

·Sector-Leading Expertise – Former military personnel with security expertise and intelligence capability, both domestic and international. 

·Client-Focused Approach – Security risk assessment and solutions specific to threats to employees and associates, assets, and investments. 

·Localized Solutions – Services include training and managing local security resources. 

·Introduce/Upgrade Technology – Augment and enhance the human workflow and make it more effective by the integration of technology solutions.  

From forward-threat and asset-extraction professionals to armed and non-armed security officers with multiple certification levels, the Company’s security solutions include threat assessment/analysis, mitigation planning and technology. In addition, with field-tested and field-selected software analytics, and improved communication protocols, clients and end-users are also demanding ancillary offerings for their security systems.  The Company intends to include a variety of pre- and post- project services, such as:

·project planning and advisory 

·hosted and remotely managed access-control and video 

·maintenance contracts 

·software licensing 

·internal or third-party monitoring 

·non-security services: 

§training 

§configuration  

§programming 

Management

Management experience and insight translates into best practices and proven strategies that will help anticipate and respond to myriad facility, operational, and safety challenges with confidence. Enigma’s management has extensive knowledge and experience in many fields requiring security and risk management protocols, such as multinational corporations, mining houses, telecommunication providers, transportation and energy companies.

Enigma’s team is at the core of its value, with decades of intelligence and military experience, as well as technology expertise and specialized experience in:

·advanced training techniques 

·new and innovative technology applications 

·intelligence and reconnaissance 

·risk assessment and threat identification.  

The Enigma team includes individuals with backgrounds from U.S. and South African Special Forces and military intelligence, and applies its experience to deliver measured and effective security management, regardless of adversary or operating environment. Additionally, Enigma is sensitive and experienced at managing low-profile, security operations in challenging environments.

The Company works with a core management team to remain flexible during times of non-engagement. With over forty years of professional military service, the Enigma team has established a large network of security professionals that can be deployed on a global basis. The Company will continue to identify diverse and skilled security personnel, and develop innovative solutions across the full spectrum of security needs.

Technology and Software

In today’s environment, there is a high demand for companies to become more efficient, secure and operationally aware. That, in turn, is driving the need for real-time data capturing and processing for every part of their business, including security.

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Physical security refers to restricting physical access of unauthorized people in controlled facilities to prevent damage to valuable hardware, software, network infrastructure, and other assets. Physical security includes security layers that protect personnel, network, and data in physical facilities, such as campuses, buildings, banks, and offices, from internal or external physical threats, such as natural disasters, fire, theft, burglary, vandalism, and terrorist attacks.³²

The physical security segment of the security industry is undergoing the most rapid technological change in its history. Today, a combination of technologies and services are transforming the delivery of physical security services, such as:

·rising Internet Protocol (IP) adoption 

·declining legacy sales 

·emerging communication standards from broadband to 5G to Wi-Max 

·acceptance of security technologies as a service. 

While physical security will always be an important barrier against enterprise theft, vandalism, and violence, cybersecurity continues to be the top security concern businesses face today, with a persistent and ever-growing threats. With the developments of cyber hacking, and recent global hijacking of major corporations’ infrastructures, the need for advanced security systems and technologies is at its greatest.  To meet these demands, emerging technologies and concepts, such as artificial intelligence (“AI”), cloud computing, intelligent video analytics, and cybersecurity are at the forefront of the security industry. As companies plan to meet the threats of the future, budgets for security systems of all sizes are increasing, and are focused on innovative solutions.

The Company has a developed a strategic plan that will initially incorporate (i) a hybrid systems-integration business model, based on third-party products and services, and (ii) a recurring revenue subscription model, based on the exploitation of its proprietary intermodal container products and services. As the Company moves from equipment sales to consultative solution sales, the unique business problems of clients in target markets will be a primary focus.  The Company is identifying vertical market initiatives that will concentrate its expertise.

System Integration

The Company is developing a business unit focused on providing technology-based security solutions through systems integration. System integration is defined simply as the process of bringing together the component sub-stems into one system.⁴³ Through system integration, the Company can provide a platform for both third-party technology as well as proprietary products, to be sold to clients through multiple business models, ranging from Security as a Service (SaaS) to direct product sales.  

Integration between video and access control is the most sought-after combination. This leads to integration issues, as most manufacturers offer integrations with a variety of video and other security components but not with their fellow access control competitors. Additionally, vendors use their own unique application program interfaces and their own databases with reporting methods that make the integration process challenging. Having qualified System Integrators is essential to solving these issues.

System Integrators

A “System Integrator” is an individual or (company) that specializes in bringing together component subsystems into a whole, ensuring that those subsystems function together.⁵⁴ A security system integrators (“SSI”), for example, can configure a central command-and-control center with a common user interface that shares data.  SSIs can also solve issues such as joining disparate security and non-security components so they communicate with each other properly.

Even as technology changes, the main objective of system integration remains the same: to seamlessly coordinate and link various security sub-systems to impede ever-increasing security threats. To meet these objectives, the SSIs engaged by the Company will have expertise installing and managing access control elements like gates, doors, and locks, video surveillance systems, emergency notification systems, lighting, network security and more.

The Company will initially outsource its system integration needs by contracting with SSIs on a per project basis.  An experienced SSI can help oversee the full lifecycle of a client’s security systems. Additionally, SSIs can custom-design a security plans, as well as install, implement, test, manage and maintain it.  Through the development of relationships with select SSIs, and proven success on multiple projects, the Company will recruit key SSIs that have the qualifications and competencies that best suit the Company’s needs on an exclusive and permanent basis.

With the advent of AI, remote and sensor video analytics, cloud computing, and cybersecurity new opportunities open for the Company’s system integration model. The Company believes that it is not whether technology will have a significant impact on the physical security industry in the next few years; it is which technology will prove the most valuable. With the rapid pace of change in technology, there is no simple answer to this question. The business challenges of yesterday may no longer be the challenges of tomorrow. The Company realizes the need to understand what the unique challenges are for each vertical it focuses on, and work with manufacturers to develop proprietary initiatives and provide proven solutions for specific markets.

² https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/physical-security-market-1014.html

³ https://en.wikipedia.org

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The Company’s focus is on the following areas:

The Company is primarily focused on the development of its patent-pending video surveillance technology, as well as the EnigmaLok prototype container security, tracking and locking system (see “Intellectual Property”).

³ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/physical-security-market-1014.html

⁴ https://en.wikipedia.org

⁵ https://en.wikipedia.org

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Future Technology Concepts and Strategies

The shifts in technologies identify opportunities to generate new business through the introduction of value-added applications, or new services capable of generating recurring monthly revenue. The Company’s goal is to have the following technologies installed either separately or collectively, as part of an integrated offering:

·Artificial Intelligence and Analytics 

Clients are looking to AI and data analytics to gain better insight into their operations. These offerings can provide security-related intelligence or operational and customer insights. The key to AI is a self-learning algorithm that, over time, gets better at identifying certain targeted behaviors or transactions, and reduces false positives.  The challenge for clients will be clearly defining which data is most valuable to them, who will have access to it, and how to best manage it. The Company can play a key role in this process by having those discussions with clients up front and encouraging a proof-of-concept phase before full rollouts are undertaken.

·Facial Recognition 

Facial recognition is growing in popularity among biometric forms of authentication. Microsoft has enabled it for access with Hello for Windows 10 users, major credit card companies have stated their interest in using facial recognition to verify payments and other financial institutions are using it to authenticate customers on mobile devices. Still, it’s use spotting suspects in crowds and protecting airports and borders remains the brass ring for security professionals.

·Security as a Service (SaaS) 

The security market has seen an increased demand for Security-as-a-Service (SaaS) offerings. The combination of low, upfront capital costs, along with outsourced services, has made cloud-based video and access-control popular, especially in the hospitality and small-to-medium enterprise markets. As technology developers add more sophisticated applications and services to expand client insights and efficiencies, enterprise retail clients will seek SaaS more and more. Developed as a subscription business model, SaaS generates a recurring revenue stream.

·Cybersecurity  

The sheer scope and size of the data breaches the Company has witnessed over the past decade is a daunting reality. The breach of Equifax, one of the most notable examples, has heightened concerns over cyber-preparedness. In turn, clients are increasingly evaluating their level of cybersecurity preparedness, as well as that of their suppliers.  The Company’s initial strategy in the cybersecurity market will be to partner with an established cybersecurity company that provides leading-edge tools and solutions.

The execution of the Company’s business strategy will be contingent upon and require significant financing. There can be no assurance that such financing will become available or, if it does, that it will be offered to the Company on favorable terms.

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The Company’s wide, but integrated, product and service offerings include security and protection services, intelligence and risk management advisory services, and security technologies.  Because security must be addressed on several levels, the most productive approach requires the kind of broad expertise found with the Company’s security professionals. The Company’s team can determine the likelihood of a particular threat, prioritize action plans, recommend appropriate security measures, and implement solutions when necessary.

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Physical Security Services

Physical security includes security measures that are designed to deny unauthorized access to facilities, equipment and resources, and to protect personnel and property from damage or harm (such as espionage, theft, or terrorist attacks). Physical security involves the use of multiple layers of interdependent systems which include CCTV surveillance, security guards, protective barriers, locks, access control protocols and many other techniques.

The Company has retained security professionals with various skill levels, from basic security guards (agents and managers) to advanced professionals with backgrounds in military Special Forces.  The Company currently provides security agents and security managers for onsite security-related services to hotels and resorts in Miami Beach, FL, as well as for special events and VIPs / celebrities.  Its security operations maintains a staff of approximately forty-five (45) employees, including over forty (40) fully licensed security personnel, of which thirty (30) are full-time and ten (10) are part-time.  The Company also has a team of experienced security professionals.

Security Agents

The Company’s Miami-based security operations, Enigma-Bulwark Security, Inc., provides both armed and unarmed Security Agents (“Agents”) to its hotel/resort clients to ensure the premises are a safe and secure space for colleagues, clients, and staff.  The duties involve controlling who enters and exits the building, inspecting existing CCTV footage for unusual activity, and detaining trespassers until the police arrive. This is typically a shift-based job, and overnight and weekend hours are common. Training is usually carried out on the job, but people in this role often need first aid knowledge and some basic self-defense skills. Candidates for this job should be in good physical health and have the stamina to work long shifts of standing and walking. They should also have keen observational skills and the ability to work independently for extended periods of time.

Skills and Qualifications

The Company requires all of its Agents to be licensed.  In the state of Florida, where the Company’s primary security guard operations are located, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) licenses and regulates the private security industry.  All Agents must be licensed as follows:

The Company also requires Agents to have a calm disposition, the ability to act quickly and efficiently in stressful situations, and possess keen observation skills to spot anything that may pose a threat. The Company employs Agents with the following abilities:

·Communication skills – Communicate clearly and calmly in all situations, making points heard without losing temper or professional manner.  

·Attention to detail – Quickly spots threats and other issues that could pose danger but might otherwise be overlooked. 

·Patience – Shifts can involve many hours spent standing and observing a designated area, so patience and stamina are vital.  

·Good judgment – Quickly assess situations and decide whether further action needs to be taken. 

·Problem-solving skills – Difficult situations require the ability to troubleshoot and find solutions. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Although the jobsite an Agent is assigned to will determine the exact duties to be carried out, duties typically involve:

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Security Managers

The Company’s Miami-based security operations, Enigma-Bulwark Security, Inc., provides Security Managers (“Managers”) that monitor the day-to-day security operations, and implement security policies, regulations, and rules. Managers are required to hire new Agents and delegate tasks and duties to them.  One of their main duties is to check and monitor the access control for visitors on the property. Security Managers also perform many of the following tasks:

·Monitor events 

·Implement security protocols 

·Create emergency response procedures 

·Conduct security evaluations 

·Supervise Security Agents 

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Duties and Responsibilities

·Ensure Agents are conducting routine patrols of the jobsite 

·Ensure Agents are groomed and in proper uniform  

·Ensure Daily Incident Reports are being completed 

·Perform Daily Incident Report writing training, if needed 

·Complete walk throughs with Agents while on site, and note any discrepancies, issues or hazards 

·Ensure Agents are acting in accordance with the jobsite’s requirements and guidelines 

·Ensure Agents are inspecting fire alarm panels and exterior doors 

·Monitor Agent overtime 

·Ensure offices are clean and clear of debris 

·Ensure no food is in offices 

·Periodically review Safety Committee Guidelines with the jobsite Manager 

·Check in with the jobsite’s Director of Security (DOS), Property Manager on Duty (MOD) and/or Front Desk Manager and address any concerns related to the jobsite 

·Document any discrepancies and/or issues found and provide to the jobsite Manager 

·Work closely with the jobsite Manager to ensure any concerns or issues are being addressed 

·Prepare weekly scheduling of Agents to ensure proper coverage is in place 

Executive Protection / Journey Management

Executives face threats that vary widely depending on the industry, size of the company, geopolitical locations, and the individual’s profile. The Company’s aim is to establish and maintain a safe working and living environment for its clients while continually minimizing risk. The Company achieves this by providing executive protection operatives to support its clients on a global basis.

The Company’s expert security consultants and advisors will accompany high-net-worth senior executives, private individuals and their families to the most challenging environments. The Company’s on-the-ground knowledge of risky locales, together with its expansive intelligence networks and proven methodologies means that the services recommended and provided by the Company are specially calibrated to the unique risks its clients face. The Company’s executive protection services enable clients to carry out their business with confidence and peace of mind.

In addition to discreet close protection, Enigma’s teams offer advice, liaison and coordination. The Company delivers comprehensive security from the moment a traveler arrives in country until their return flight is safely in the air.  The Company’s executive protection officers are formally trained and licensed to Security Industry Authority (SIA) standards or country equivalent. Their backgrounds are typically within the military, law enforcement or Special Forces. Both male and female officers can be deployed rapidly worldwide. The Company’s officers are widely experienced in providing a discreet, efficient protection service, subject to visas and introduction letters if necessary.

Maritime Security Services

Clients can commission customized threat assessments and security plans on marine facilities and operations to assist with planning, training, and implementing all aspects of maritime security and crisis management. Depending on a client’s needs, the Company can assess and advise on risk mitigation for specific routes and areas, vessel security plans, counter-piracy support, regulatory compliance and supply chain assessment.

The Company has the skills and qualifications to consult on counter-piracy security design and vessel hardening, depending on the risks faced. The Company regularly undertakes vessel security reviews and audits to ensure compliance with BMP standards.

The Company also has experience in the security design of ports, warehouses and offshore maritime operations to reinforce key assets. The Company can provide specialized security teams and consultants who can coordinate a host nation’s security personnel for complex, offshore security projects.

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In-Sourcing

Many clients worldwide seek support to manage security-related projects on a temporary or permanent basis. Companies often lack the in-house capability to satisfy all security requirements. Enigma can fill this shortfall by deploying embedded consultants for a specific task, and passing on sector-specific knowledge that clients may not possess in-house. These consultants provide professional advice, tailoring strategies and tactics based on the Company’s intimate understanding of the Company’s clients’ operating environments.

Out-Sourcing

Enigma is well positioned to provide a global solution for corporations that require occasional support or longer-term solutions in several areas:

·Close protection details 

·Armed protection teams in high-risk environments 

·Security awareness training 

·Intrusion testing 

·Technical surveillance countermeasures 

·Major event security 

The Company’s experienced professionals can provide security and peace of mind for those traveling in hostile, unfamiliar environments.  By providing specialty security services, the Company can help to keep clients’ most valuable assets safe and secure.

Project Management in Hostile Environments

The Company’s team Project Managers (“PMs”) have spent years in their respective fields, deployed primarily in hostile areas such as the Middle East and West Africa.  PMs will handle projects from inception to execution stage, and approach each project as a unique opportunity.  To fulfill a client’s requirements, PMs will harness on industry best practices and personal experience, augmenting a client’s needs by satisfying the following project requirements:

·Initiate a project in a very hostile environment with seemingly no budgets and resources. 

·Prioritize problems and focus slender resources on the most critical tasks. 

·Carefully organize individuals into groups that can work on specific activities based on their skill sets and create a unified high performance project team. 

·Enable in-built agility to survive interruptions and attempts to shut it down. 

·Utilize knowledge areas (integration, scope, time, cost, quality, human resource, communications, risk, procurement) to intuitively initiate, plan and execute project. 

Security System Audits

Security measures are of little use if they are not enforced. A security audit assesses how effectively an organization’s security policies are being implemented. The Company can perform audits that will show a client where gaps and vulnerabilities might exist in their current systems and procedures.

Over these years, the Company’s experienced team of security specialists have seen countless reasons for non-compliance with existing security procedures. Some protocols may be bypassed for the sake of convenience, or a perception of increased productivity. Other times, there is a resistance to change, or merely forgetfulness or carelessness. Multinational companies and those with multiple facilities can find it especially challenging to institute system-wide compliance with security procedures.

With the Company’s anticipated global footprint, it will have the resources to not only uncover where weaknesses and security gaps exist throughout an organization, but also what issues are driving non-compliance. The Company can then help establish a balanced and effective security risk management program that a client can be comfortable and confident with. This exercise can be especially beneficial after an acquisition for standardizing policies and procedures.

The Company’s security audits can also play an important role in internal investigations when anomalies are discovered, or wrongdoing is suspected. The Company’s findings can be used for not only potential litigation/legal proceedings, but also to strengthen an organization’s internal controls to mitigate future problems.

Security and Emergency Programs

An effective security program must cover many scenarios and clearly define the duties and expectations for everyone in an organization – from the security department to management and employees, as well as third parties like local emergency responders and business continuity partners. By taking a multidisciplinary approach, the Company can review current security policies to ensure they cover current risks and vulnerabilities, and offer the best way to handle security and surveillance systems.

The Company can develop security policies tailored to the exact risks a client or organization faces – all within the framework of laws and regulations of each country in which it operates. Depending on specific needs, the Company can assist with either comprehensive security programs or individual components, such as access control,  workplace violence prevention, or executive protection.

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Security Equipment Sourcing

The Company can recommend and help individuals and organizations source any needed security equipment. The Company has industry partners both within and outside its countries of operation with whom it can collaborate with for security equipment sourcing services.

Fraud Prevention and Ethics Programs

Regardless of size, all organizations are vulnerable to workplace fraud. Fraud can take many forms—including embezzlement, forgery, theft of inventory and other assets, and computer crime—and can continue unchecked for years. The financial impact can be devastating.

Although the Company believes preventing fraud is a good starting point for companies that want to improve or review their loss prevention strategies, it is not a substitute for expert advice. The Company encourages clients to seek appropriate professional advice for any specific issues that may arise when designing, implementing or reviewing loss prevention strategies.

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RISK MANAGEMENT ADVISORY SERVICES

Since all threats are dynamic, the intelligence cycle never truly ends, and new or evolving threats must continually be identified and investigated. As criminal trends and geopolitical developments continue to pose physical security threats to organizations in a wide range of sectors, the intelligence cycle reinforces the critical, yet often overlooked, importance of context and subject matter expertise in addressing these challenges.  The convergence of the digital and physical world is increasingly being tested to manage a diverse range of incidents ranging from extreme weather, malicious cyber-attacks, terrorist attacks, facility invasions, theft, vandalism, and many additional applications.  Enigma uses a holistic approach to address all aspects of a client’s security and operational risks for the most effective protection. Diverse skill sets and global resource relationships enable the Company’s experts to manage projects from inception to completion. From securing counterfeit goods along the supply chain, to running drills to perfect executive protection in unstable locations, the Company’s prompt response capabilities will deliver quality services across the entire security risk management continuum.

Because security risks are interconnected and ever-evolving, the Company can provide up-to-date advice on a wide range of security services to effectively manage risks. In addition, the Company can identify physical security weaknesses, focus on defined threats that could compromise a company’s ability to provide adequate services to its clients, and provide a roadmap for remediating security vulnerabilities.

Corporate and Industrial

Bomb threats, workplace violence, stalkers, corporate espionage, supply chain disruption, and extortion. These dangers and more can arise without warning. The Company has the resources and expertise to analyze risks, identify suspects, develop intervention strategies, mitigate threats, and ultimately help you manage and resolve a wide variety of corporate and private client corporate security issues.

Risk, Threat Assessments and Defensive Strategy Development

Comprehensive threat and vulnerability assessments are essential to securing an organization. The security risk assessment process can help to identify all critical assets, assess the likelihood of known threats, evaluate existing countermeasures, and develop a prioritized plan to reduce risk.  Through the Company’s multidisciplinary approach, security is measured from every angle to mitigate risks – from the physical environment to the human element, and the role of technology.

Effective security starts with a clear understanding of vulnerabilities. The Company can help gauge strengths and weaknesses in a wide variety of scenarios, and help anticipate potential sources of new threats.  The Company’s vulnerability assessment methodology begins with an in-depth security review. No matter the focus of the assessment, the Company applies a time-tested methodology where:

·current areas of exposure and any past security incidents are reviewed in order to identify potential vulnerabilities. 

·employees and other key individuals are interviewed for critical insights and information about situations, policies, and procedures. 

·a gap analysis is prepared to isolate areas where security protocols do not meet industry best practices. 

·recommendations are made and measures are implemented to mitigate any areas of vulnerability. 

Security Awareness and Training Activities

Companies are realizing that an ethical and fiduciary responsibility exists to protect employees, customers, and others from physical harm. Demonstrating a commitment to security and the employee experience also reduces costs, maintains employee morale and retention, and improves customer perception.

All employers have both an ethical and legal duty of care towards their employees. The Company offers a wide range of training solutions that can assist employers in fulfilling this duty by preparing their staff for possible security issues, especially while travelling to or working in unfamiliar, medium or high-risk countries.

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Training is tailored to reflect each employers countries and areas of travel, and provides insights into potential threats and risks as well as operating procedures in the country.  The training courses are taught by highly qualified and experienced instructors, and offer a wide range of training modules, such as working with private security details, defensive and evasive driving skills, basic medical skills, and surveillance awareness. Wherever possible, courses are blended with interactive lectures, discussion exercises and scenarios, as well as realistic practical training to test key learning points. Courses last from two to five days and content is enhanced by up-to-date country-specific briefings from the Company’s analyst team. An example of the courses offered are:

·Hostile environment and security awareness training 

·Security management and consultancy 

·Contractors on deployed operations training 

·Defensive and offensive driver training (Tony Scotti Vehicle Dynamic Institute, South Africa). 

International Intelligence and Threat Reports

Threat assessments by country provide in-depth information on both peaceful and the most troubled regions of the world. Country assessments include firsthand knowledge of in-country customs, environment, infrastructure, and a variety of circumstances encountered, with an emphasis on safety. Country threat assessments are compiled by a network of the Company’s on-the-ground, in-country experts with hands-on experience and knowledge of local conditions. The Company’s country threat assessments meet the necessary criteria mandates on corporate due diligence for overseas travel, which should not be compromised.

Secure Cloud and Server Data Storage and Services

In today’s information economy, data can be an organization’s most valuable asset. However, with the rise of mobile technology, cloud computing, and an exponentially growing volume of digital information, keeping that data secure also becomes one of today’s greatest challenges.

Information security issues, such as data breaches or employee misconduct, are a constant worry for C-Suite leaders and front-line managers. Enigma provides secure off-site servers in a bomb-proof environment through third-party venders, as well as cloud-based services for its clients.

TECHNOLOGY AND SOFTWARE

Enigma is driven by innovation and the continual pursuit of mitigating risks faced by its clients.  The Company combines technology and human intelligence to deliver “Smart Intelligence.” The technologies are at various level of development, ranging from those ready-for-market to those in multiple stages of the development process.  These technologies include patented and patent-pending proprietary and third-party software, as well as patented and proprietary hardware. The Company’s technical systems include the design, installation, and service of network-based security systems, video surveillance, access control, systems integration, and electrified locking hardware. Throughout its technical system engagements, the Company’s team also works to develop a holistic understanding of the security issues and challenges facing the client. These insights are gathered and analyzed so the Company can ensure security hardware provides optimal coverage and effectiveness.

Enigma’s areas of focus for its technology and software are comprised of:

·Safer Security System 

▪Spontaneous Video Surveillance (SVS) 

▪IoT ground-based video analytics with sensor-based communication and activation system  

▪Video cap/glasses application networks 

▪Multiple Mobile App products 

·EnigmaTrak Security Systems 

▪EnigmaLok: Patented container locking system 

▪EnigmaCode: Cargo validation with IoT connected remote locking and unlocking system 

▪EnigmaTracker: GPS tracking and remote asset management 

Safer Security System

Spontaneous Network Surveillance

The Company acquired a patent-pending interactive spontaneous video security technology, patent application 16/618,038 “Network Based Video Surveillance and Logistics for Multiple Users,” ⁶⁵ that can perform surveillance utilizing multiple devices and users on a networked security system. The Company has branded the technology, “Safer Security System,” to be integrated as part of its security platform.

⁵On July 21, 2021, the Company received a Notice of Allowance from the United States Patent and Trademark Office that its patent application 16/618,038 “Network Based Video Surveillance and Logistics for Multiple Users” was granted and would be issued to the Company.  For additional information on the patent application, see “Intellectual Property”

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Mobile Apps in Physical Security Sector

Technology helps support security, safety, and emergency management programs at every level of society.  Safety and security risks are virtually everywhere, including office, school, social events, retail establishments and hospitals. However, security professionals tasked with protecting the public can’t always be everywhere, so they require timely information to prevent potential incidents.

Security professionals are trained to know when a person, or group of people are acting suspicious. They see, hear, and learn things every day that could help prevent a safety or security incident from happening. In fact, many incidents have early-warning predicators that are observable and these incidents can help be prevented with the right technology tools and techniques.

While well-trained security professionals will always remain the steadfast foundation of security programs, advancements in technology that are accessing easy-to-use apps can enhance their ability to gather intelligence and protect the facility. Blending personnel and technology can create solution efficiencies, target security efforts, and give security directors the power to make informed decisions that deliver even greater return on their security investment.

⁶On July 21, 2021, the Company received a Notice of Allowance from the United States Patent and Trademark Office that its patent application 16/618,038 “Network Based Video Surveillance and Logistics for Multiple Users” was granted and would be issued to the Company.  For additional information on the patent application, see “Intellectual Property”

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Safer Security System Mobile Application

Today’s security professional can now access high-performance apps from their mobile phone or tablet, which enhances productivity, accountability, and access to vital information. The Safer Security System Mobile Application (“Safer Mobile App”) allows for an unlimited number of persons to connect to a centralized location, and the person or persons at a centralized location can have real-time visibility to events occurring and assess the current situation. The Safer Mobile App and security system provides real-time information, including:

·Data collection. The Safer Mobile App allow security officers to capture data in real time. Automated instructions and questions can be set up for security professionals to answer at each checkpoint, such as entrances, escalators, and emergency callboxes. For example, a security professional on daily tours can be prompted monthly to document fire extinguishers’ inspection dates, essentially combining two tasks, and providing additional value. 

·Streamlined reporting. Data obtained at checkpoints can be visually analyzed to identify operational risks in addition to written reports from the security guard. These risks might include policy issues, such as specific doors repeatedly being left unlocked; safety issues, such as recurring hazards at specific elevators; or maintenance needs, such as inoperative callboxes. 

·Actionable information. Safer supports security strategy and enables optimized security officer deployments, precise post orders, directives for specific threats and countermeasure deployment to enhance security in areas where it is needed most. For example, incident management systems can identify sites and time ranges of incident volume based on historical data in the system. This can help determine security staffing levels and result in safer facilities and improved risk mitigation, reducing costs to the facility. 

The Company’s business ecosystems today include monitoring and response centers that provide an abundance of tools and technologies including threat intelligence platforms, remote video and alarm and event monitoring to traditional alarms and remote audio and positioning based patrol route management. Effective communication is critical to maximizing the efficiency and productivity of cutting-edge ecosystems to achieve optimum outcome that ensures enhanced safety and security.

Mass Notification Capabilities

For vital, time-sensitive messages, security professionals rely on mass notification apps to allow them to communicate real-time with any number of people using a text alert, voice message, or email message with digital signage and other customized channels so that the message can be shared instantly.  

Mass notification alerts are also used to protect people from any number of hazards and emergencies, such as a flash flood warning for people traveling near a suddenly dangerous roadway, or a wildfire alert where flames could be creeping dangerously close to a road or housing community. These mass notification apps go beyond two-way communication to provide a full critical communications cycle that initiates an organization’s emergency response plan’s predefined crisis communication plan.

Security professionals and administrators can send notifications to thousands of people within seconds. They can initiate requests for help, reply to messages and actively monitor the well-being of their clients from a front-line perspective.

Integrating Safer into a mass notification Mobile App network affords centralized reverse real-time situational analysis that will allow professional to get out their messages and conversely be able to geo locate and identify persons in an area of interest and communicate the need to have the individual capture real-time video of their surroundings

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EnigmaTrak

Security, Tracking Monitoring, and Remote Asset Management Systems

The Company licensed in perpetuity a patented container locking technology from PearLoxx Ltd., a United Kingdom company. The secure locking technology, branded EnigmaLok, has a built-in GPS tracking system that enables a shipping container to be both sealed securely and tracked using the same device. The EnigmaLok unit can be fitted in less than a minute with no drilling.

As part of Enigma’s globally integrated security, monitoring, and remote asset management system, the Company has developed EnigmaTrak, a security system that includes a market-leading battery life enhancement that will provide end-to-end real-time intermodal container and rail car cargo transport access, and intrusion tracking using its proprietary container security tracking technologies.  The EnigmaTrak security system includes the following components:

·EnigmaLok: Secure locking technology comprised of a patented steel container lock.  

·EnigmaCode: Proprietary remote communication platform that allows remote access and control of the locking and unlocking of the EnigmaLok.  

·EnigmaTracker: GPS tracking and monitoring component.   

Key components of EnigmaTrak:

·Electronically operated secure locking system using patented design. 

·Tamper and drill resistant design. 

·Local 5-digit code emergency access, and emergency power options. 

·GPS global tracking with GSM 2G/3G communication. 

·Automatic notification of lock operation and unlocking/locking events. 

·Sensors of movement, unit internal temperature, and low battery alarm options. 

·Local user one-touch re-locking. 

·Can be removed and refitted in less than 1 minute. 

·Up to 10-year operating life from primary battery pack (subject to frequency of report). 

Tracking Process

While the EnigmaTracker Asset Tracking Unit (“ATU”) is in operation, geographical and operational data is periodically monitored and recorded within the unit’s memory. At predetermined intervals, or upon an alert condition occurring, the ATU will transmit data to the EnigmaTrak cloud servers, normally via GSM 4G and 5G mobile phone network using General Packet Radio Service (“GPRS”) or Short Message Service (“SMS”).

All data received from the ATU is securely held within the EnigmaTrak cloud servers, and is accessible through the EnigmaTrak web portal using a standard internet connection and web browser application, providing maximum flexibility and ease of use, with minimal IT services and equipment.  

The EnigmaTrak web portal provides access to secure cloud data, system functions, ATU configurations, asset locations (individually or by groups), alert method configuration, asset history, reports and data export, and much more.

Figure 1. EnigmaTrak Platform Configuration

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Data Transmission and Connectivity

Data is normally sent via the GSM 4G and 5G network.  In areas with no or limited GSM infrastructure, the EnigmaTracker can rely on satellite communications and hybrid GSM / Satellite systems to ensure the tracking units are able to communicate with back-office systems. In an event where GSM signals are not available, the GPS satellites send radio signals from their orbit in space, the GPS receivers then use the signals to calculate the position of the EnigmaTracker to within 10 meters, almost anywhere on the planet.

To maximize battery life and minimize communication costs, the EnigmaTracker can store several positions and send them in a single report; otherwise, clients can customize the communication interval of their assets depending on their needs.

EnigmaLok: Patented Container Locking System

The EnigmaLok locking system integrates elements from the Sweloxx patents physical container locking system, with proprietary electronic control and deadlock system. The system provides an electronically operated security lock for shipping containers. The locking unit can be fitted in less than a minute with no drilling, which provides significant value to the Company’s proposition.

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Figure 2. EnigmaLok Assembly

Figure 3. EnigmaLok Placement on Door

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EnigmaCode:  Cargo validation with IoT connected remote locking and unlocking system

The EnigmaLok lock assembly is operated by EnigmaCode, a remote access microcontroller-based lock control circuit. This electronic circuit can accept either remote open commands or a 5-digit local code input via a single button and LED combination. The deadlock bolt is operated using a motor driven gear/rack, and once the deadbolt is retracted a user can manually operate the lock. Lock open status can be signaled and re-locking is automatically inhibited while the lock bolt is open to prevent jamming.

EnigmaTracker: GPS Tracking and Remote Asset Management

The EnigmaTracker brings together satellite-based GPS technology, low-power electronic systems, high-capacity battery design, and the international Global System for Mobile Communication (“GSM”) infrastructure, to realize a range of extended-life autonomous positioning and communication devices for a variety of location-based services, telematics and communication services.

The EnigmaTracker product line is designed to combat serious global issues such as theft, damages of goods, illegal immigration, transport of dangerous goods and drug, and contraband smuggling.  Some of the primary features of the EnigmaTracker include:

·GPS-enabled units that can be fitted discretely to each asset to monitor alarms, gather data, and communicate to the EnigmaTrak web portal via the GSM 4G and 5G mobile networks and/or Iridium platform (CDMA optional). 

·units in various sizes and footprints powered by non-rechargeable batteries that provide operating durations of 3, 5, 7, and 10 years.  Rechargeable miniature devices are also available in 30, 90, and 180-day durations, targeting short-term hire and consignment applications. 

·fully self-contained units with no external wires or connections that can be easily installed onto assets in minutes, or concealed inside an asset or its contents. 

·unique antenna conversion kit for the EnigmaTracker-700 or EnigmaTracker-1000 that can be concealed within a shipping container to provide information about its location, temperature, movement and door opening. 

Figure 4. EnigmaTracker-30R Concealed inside Shipping Container Vent

EnigmaTracker-30R

·Dimensions: 64x42x22mm 

·Power: Internal Rechargeable Lithium Battery Pack; Up to 30-day battery life 

·Communications Options: GSM 4G and 5G 

·Positioning: GPS receiver, 12 Channel, L1 frequency, C/A Code; Position to 10m, velocity to 0.2m/s, time 0.2ns 

·Alarm Inputs: 4 digital inputs 

·Protection: Normally IP45, up to IP65 (weatherproof and dust resistant) on request 

·Features: Configurable on-board Geofence; Movement Sensor 

·Options: External GPS antennae; Mounting Bracket; 12/24-volt Vehicle Power supply; Recharge from standard mini-USB 5v charger. 

EnigmaTracker-90R

·Dimensions: Concealed inside standard container vent housing. 

·Power: Internal Rechargeable Lithium Battery Pack; Up to 90-day battery life 

·Communications Options: GSM 4G and 5G 

·Positioning: GPS receiver, 12 Channel, L1 frequency, C/A Code; Position to  10m, velocity to 0.2m/s, time 0.2ns 

·Alarm Inputs: N/A 

·Protection: IP65 (weatherproof and dust resistant) 

·Features: Configurable on-board Geofence; Unit removal/Tamper detection; Movement Sensor; Magnetic mounting 

·Options: Recharge from standard mini-USB 5v charger 

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EnigmaTracker-180R

·Dimensions: 130x80x35mm 

·Power: Rechargeable Internal Lithium Battery Pack; Up to 6-month battery life 

·Communications Options: GSM 4G and 5G 

·Positioning: GPS receiver, 12 Channel, L1 frequency, C/A Code; Position to 10m, velocity to 0.2m/s, time 0.2ns 

·Alarm Inputs: 2 digital inputs 

·Protection: IP65 (weatherproof and dust resistant) 

·Features: Configurable on-board Geofence; Movement Sensor 

·Options: Maximization; Tamper detection; External alarm reporting 

EnigmaTracker-500

·Dimensions: 150x80x57mm 

·Power: Internal Lithium Battery Pack; Up to 5-year battery life 

·Communications Options: GSM 4G and 5G, Iridium, and CDMA (optional) 

·Positioning: GPS receiver, 12 Channel, L1 frequency, C/A Code; Position  to 10m, velocity to 0.2m/s, time 0.2ns 

·Alarm Inputs: 4 digital inputs 

·Protection: IP65 (weatherproof and dust resistant) 

·Features: Configurable on-board Geofence; Movement Sensor 

·Options: Alarm event reporting; External Antenna Kit; Tamper detection 

EnigmaTracker-700(C/E)

·Dimensions: 150x150x57mm 

·Power: Internal Lithium Battery Pack; Up to 7-year battery life 

·Communications Options: GSM 4G and 5G, Iridium, and CDMA (optional) 

·Positioning: GPS receiver, 12 Channel, L1 frequency, C/A Code; Position to 10m, velocity to 0.2m/s, time 0.2ns 

·Alarm Inputs: 4 digital inputs 

·Protection: IP65 (weatherproof and dust resistant) 

·Features: Configurable on-board Geofence; Movement Sensor; External Vent Antenna Kit 

·Options: External Alarm Reporting; Tamper detection 

EnigmaTracker-1000C

·Dimensions: 150x150x57mm 

·Power: Internal Rechargeable Lithium Battery Pack; Up to 10-year battery life 

·Communications Options: GSM 4G and 5G, Iridium, and CDMA (optional) 

·Positioning: GPS receiver, 12 Channel, L1 frequency, C/A Code; Position to 10m, velocity to 0.2m/s, time 0.2ns 

·Alarm Inputs: 4 digital inputs 

·Protection: IP65 (weatherproof and dust resistant) 

·Features: Configurable on-board Geofence; Movement Sensor; External Vent Antenna Kit 

·Options: External Alarm Reporting; Tamper detection 

Figure 5. EnigmaTracker Units

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EnigmaTracker Battery Management

A number of factors can affect battery life, e.g., ambient temperature, GPS availability, communication method (and availability), reporting frequency, external monitoring, and the period over which the units are actually operating (longer operating periods will result in greater quiescent power usage and be impacted by losses within the battery chemistry). In order to standardize performance figures, the EnigmaTracker products have quoted expected battery life based on normal conditions and reporting four (4) events per day at typical room temperature. The Company is able to provide end users with suggestions to maximize battery life, if indications arise that a particular installation is not performing at optimal operating conditions.

Intelligent Monitoring and Reporting Software

The EnigmaTrak web-portal software centrally manages asset data, processes alarms, and alerts authorized users of critical information regarding their assets.  Clients can access the EnigmaTrak platform through its web portal using any PC, Tablet, or handheld device. The services provided include customization, hosting and system integration to provide tailored solutions to meet customers’ specific needs.

Through the web portal, EnigmaTrak clients can locate assets using multiple map styles, edit personal and asset details, set up system alerts via email and/or SMS, generate reports, and change the operating parameters of each unit, including reporting intervals, geo-fence settings, and alarm periods.

Shipping Container Tracking Solutions

Container tracking solutions used for security purposes are often focused on monitoring the location and the integrity of the loading units to prevent criminal or other incidents. EnigmaTrak’s container security solutions not only provide the necessary tracking and monitoring functions to global companies, but also provide an extra layer of security to their assets with other advanced technologies that allow the shippers to gain more control throughout the supply chain.   

·In-Transit Data:  

EnigmaTrak provides shipping companies and container fleet operators with in-transit data and information to help them better monitor their containers. And further increase the visibility and utilization of their supply chain networks.  This allows clients to measure their supply chain performance, reduce bottlenecks and optimize routes, while they monitor containers and reduce the number of empty loading units.

·Crime and Terrorism Prevention:

EnigmaTrak devices can provide valuable information about the container and cargo to customs authorities to help them determine high risks containers for inspections, preventing terrorist activities.  Location data can show where the container has travelled and intrusion detection sensors can ensure the integrity of the cargo.  Advanced sensors can provide other information such as whether a shipment contains illegal or dangerous goods, or if there are moving objects inside a container.

·Insurance: 

Containers equipped with intelligent tracking and monitoring devices such as EnigmaTrak or EnigmaLok are less exposed to transportation risks, including loss, tampering and damages. Even in events of unplanned human interventions, clients will receive alerts immediately and take actions accordingly. Reduced transportation risk can, in turn, decrease cargo shipping insurance premiums by 15%. ⁷⁶

·Ease of Use: 

The minimum required hardware for security purposes are a GPS data transmitter and a door status sensor.  Additional sensors can monitor both the integrity of the trailer or container as well as the condition of the cargo.

·Reduced Costs: 

With better visibility and utilization throughout the supply chain, shipping companies and container fleet operators can greatly reduce their transportation and other related costs, such as:

▪transportation costs due to shipping empty containers around or taking longer routes 

▪storage costs due to stocking up unnecessary inventory 

▪human working capital costs due to container and inventory management 

·Transit Reports: 

Throughout the transit process, EnigmaTrak’s detailed transit reports provide information on container responsibility throughout the supply chain.  Every activity and location of the asset is recorded to ensure the assets are being handled properly by proper people.  In addition, any unplanned incident is recorded to help determine accountability.  In the event of lost assets, the data recorded by EnigmaTrak can help increase recovery rates. By reducing the number of insurance claims submitted for losses, premiums and excess costs can also be reduced.

⁷⁶ https://www.gpsinsight.com/gps-tracking-benefits/how-gps-fleet-tracking-can-help-lower-insurance-costs/

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Non-Powered Stationary Asset Monitoring

The EnigmaTrak security system can also be used to provide real-time location and status reports for stationary assets, under any weather conditions, to increase the visibility of the supply chain. By monitoring stationary assets, the EnigmaTrak system can:

·monitor equipment from mobile devices and receive alerts to maximize management and control; 

·verify arrivals and departures of the shipments from various checkpoints including warehouses, ports and delivery location; 

·decrease transportation costs and operating expenses by reducing the time, mileage and human working capital wasted from supply chain inefficiency; 

·lower operating expenses by decreasing the instances of having to send operators to verify the status of each asset; 

·cut operating expenses by reducing unnecessary idling; 

·reduce equipment downtime and unforeseen repairs by providing real-time reports and efficiently identify and rectify any issues; 

·reduce potential losses by locating equipment on worksites; 

·track valuable assets in remote areas with dual-network coverage to improve the security of their assets; and 

·increase insurance safety ratings and reduce expensive premiums. 

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2nd Generation EnigmaLok

·Geo-location code unlocks to restrict use of override code outside specified areas. 

·Remotely authorized unlock code changes via secure system and proprietary protocol. 

·Door open/close detection and reporting to alert users of attempts to ‘trick’ the system. 

·Detection and reporting of dropped and shunted containers, which could result in load damage. 

·Detection and reporting of internal ambient temperature. Secondary internal system to provided intelligent monitoring and reporting of container status and content. 

·Load scans when doors are sealed & locked, causing verification of content and benchmark levels. 

·Breaches to outer fabric of container cause tamper alert/reporting and load to be rescanned. 

·Consignees and forwarders of refrigerated goods such as fish, shrimp and flowers must know whether the refrigerator stopped working for a period and started after goods had thawed and then refrozen.  

·Sensor options including: 

§Contraband, explosives, and hazardous materials (subject to use additional sensors) 

§Critical atmospheric and climatic levels (subject to use additional sensors) 

§CO2 levels & detection of human cargo (subject to use additional sensors) 

§Attack and breaches to fabric of container (this is aspirational & will require new R&D, so is subject to risk). 

§Nuclear-radioactive material 

§Biological warfare compounds and materials. 

EnigmaData

EnigmaTrak uses increasingly sophisticated IT infrastructures that are capable of processing ever larger amounts of data with valuable and meaningful information.  The Company is developing EnigmaData, a data management system, to provide these analytics to its clients to improve their business performance.

Data from each of the private databases will be stored on the EnigmaData cloud. EnigmaData will be able to normalize the data from the different databases, apply EnigmaData analytics and present the data in various formats to the clients. The EnigmaData client will have complete control of what data is shared, and with whom it is shared with. The EnigmaData platform will be provided to all EnigmaTrak clients on a trial basis:

·Data will be collected from each EnigmaTracker through an integrated data repository, information-collecting and correlation-generating software system. 

·EnigmaData will include data such as goods being shipped by category, fees and taxes, harbor turnaround times, insurance rates, and other financial data. 

·All data from EnigmaTrak devices or tests will be collected and mandatorily reposited. 

·Related data will be acquired through WebCrawler-like applications. 

·Access to private databases will be made available (commercial partners, government agencies, port authorities, NGO regulatory authorities, etc.) 

The Company intends on initially offering EnigmaData to its clients for a trial period, and then offering it as a fee-based subscription.

Cloud-Based Software as a Service (SaaS)

A unique billing structure is being developed based on a cloud-based SaaS model that will allow clients to choose when to deploy certain features, be billed when the service is activated, and suspend billing when the service is deactivated. Services include account and system upgrades, on demand features, and integration of new applications and services capabilities.

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Security Market: Defined

Physical security is defined as the protection of personnel, hardware, software, networks, and data from physical actions and events that could cause serious loss or damage to an enterprise, agency or institution. It comprises of access control, surveillance, and testing. With the help of access control, physical sites are secured against attacks, accidents, or environmental disasters using locks, fencing, biometric access control systems, access control cards, and fire suppression systems. Physical locations are monitored by installing surveillance cameras and notification systems, including heat sensors, intrusion detection sensors, and smoke detectors.

With the advent of technology, there have been various advancements in wireless technology, and the launch of new wireless hardware components such as wireless locks and wireless controllers are being developed. The mass adoption of wireless technology in control systems reduces the cable required for the functioning of circuits and, with the adoption of cloud solutions, removes the need for server and software, which reduces the overall cost. Due to these advancements, cost of these systems in long run is reduced. There are many uses of wireless technology but not limited to secured transmission of data and wireless door control for access control systems to communicate in real-time.

Wireless video surveillance offers various advantages such as video capture, the transmission of video through wireless sensor networks, and video analysis. These wireless surveillance systems are cost-effective, as they eliminate the use of cables, which is ultimately more beneficial in the long term. Furthermore, the rising incidences of terror attacks are increasing, resulting in higher demand for physical security solutions. To reduce the crime rate, governments across the globe are employing physical security solutions. The corporate sector is also adopting physical security solutions to protect business assets, employees, and customers. ⁸⁷

The demand for security continues to expand into areas beyond that of traditional security.  Currently, the security market can be broken down into the following categories:

Services

·Access Control as a Service (AcaaS) 

Combines the benefits of Software as a Service (SaaS) with on-premises access control devices. Cloud-based solutions that control access remotely and backup and store data securely, providing permanent records of who accessed controlled areas or systems.

·Video Surveillance as a Service (VsaaS) 

Hosted cloud-based video surveillance, typically including video recording, storage, remote viewing, management alerts, cyber security and more. Over 93 percent of businesses have now adopted cloud solutions.

·Remote Monitoring Services 

Secure, real-time web-based service that functions as a second set of eyes into the health and status of a company’s physical infrastructure.

·Security Systems Integration and Consulting Services 

Combining different security equipment to work together, achieving greater efficiency and safety. Security components that are integrated to work together will communicate and share information with one another, strengthening the entire system.

·Managed Security Services (MSS) 

Includes outsourced monitoring and management of security systems and devices. Through an MSS provider manages Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) tools, Intrusion Detection Systems/Intrusion Prevention Systems, firewalls, anti-virus, vulnerability and compliance management, and more.

·Risk Assessment and Analysis 

Identifies, assesses, and implements key security controls. Focuses on preventing security defects and vulnerabilities. Includes the approach to the assessment of risk holistically – from an attacker’s perspective.

⁸⁷ https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/physical-security-market/

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Systems

·Physical Access Control System (PACS) 

A type of physical security designed to restrict or allow access to a certain area or building. Often, PACS are installed in order to protect businesses and property from vandalism, theft, and trespassing, and are especially useful in facilities that require higher levels of security and protection.

·Video Surveillance System 

A system of cameras, monitors/display units, and recorders. Cameras may be either analog or digital with a host of possible design features. These systems can be applied to both interior and exterior areas of a building or property.

·Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) 

Software platform that integrates security applications and devices, and controls them through one interface. PSIM provides a platform and applications that collect and correlate events from existing disparate security devices and information systems (video, access control, sensors, analytics, networks, building systems, etc.) to identify and resolve situations.

·Physical Identity and Access Management (PIAM) 

Software that integrates physical access control systems and badging with various business applications, such as HR and IT. PIAM solutions provide organizations with the ability to use policy-based tools and technology to link organizational roles and responsibilities with structured access to business systems, logical assets, and building services.

·Security Scanning, Imaging, and Metal Detection 

Includes full-body scanning devices and handheld units with a sensor probe, for the detection of objects on or inside a person’s body for security screening purposes, without physically removing clothes or making physical contact full-body scanner. Most commonly used in airports and government buildings.

·Perimeter Intrusion Detection and Prevention  

Device or sensor that detects the presence of an intruder attempting to breach the physical perimeter of a property, building, or other secured area. Often found in high-security environments such as correctional facilities, airports, military bases, and nuclear plants.

·Fire and Life Safety 

Includes fire detection devices and fire alarm systems, as well as automatic fire sprinkler systems that, when activated, will control and contain the spread of the fire until appropriate fire agency arrives.

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Security Market Analytics

The security market continues to expand in the 21st century, requiring a constant upgrade in security protocols and technologies.  According to a report by FutureWise, the global security market is projected to grow at an CAGR of 7.5% between 2020 and 2027 to an estimated $270 billion, with North America expected to reach earnings of $53.15 billion by 2025.⁹⁸  

The adoption of high-quality surveillance security systems with optimized distortion is increasing. In addition, a growing number of infrastructures across the globe has resulted in an increased demand for safety systems such as access control systems and video surveillance system for real-time monitoring. As a result, the demand for security systems is anticipated to continue to rise.

The drivers factoring the growth in the security market include:

A rise in illegal activities across the globe, coupled with stringent government regulations, has led to a surge in the adoption of security systems. The crime of piracy, once merely a historical phenomenon on ships sailing the seven seas, resurfaced in the 1990’s and, according to an expert risk article by Allianz (July 2020), continues to be a major modern-day security risk.¹⁰⁹  In May 2021, a major U.S. oil pipeline was cyber-hijacked for a $4.4 million ransom, shutting down 45% of the East Coast’s supply of diesel, petrol and jet fuel. ¹¹¹⁰  

The video surveillance systems segment continues to lead the market. The increasing use of cameras in various locations for security purposes, along with wireless technologies, is driving the demand for high-quality video cameras that enable effective monitoring. An increasing number of advancements in video capturing is encouraging providers to introduce new updates in minimal time with better quality. This is further creating an opportunity for growth of the security market.

In addition, the emergence of “as a service” model enables businesses to effectively manage the security of their people and assets. The traditional way of securing premises with an on-site access control and video surveillance system has been upgraded with the advent of the Access Control as a Service (AcaaS) and Video Surveillance as a Service VsaaS. ¹²¹¹

Government initiatives, fund support, and R&D have aided in developing physical security solutions and services in the United States, which are additional factors driving the growth of the market.  The U.S. government is investing in a significant number of federal budgets for developing its physical security framework.

With a healthy growth trajectory, both nationally and globally, the Company is targeting a market that has both early adoption and enormous need, driven by fundamental market factors.

Security Guard Industry ¹³¹²

While some might think that the security guard industry has remained relatively the same over the years, worldwide trends and technological innovations can affect this industry just as much as any other industry.

One of the largest emerging trends is the increased use of smart technology for monitoring and managing security workforces. The implementation of GPS tracking and real time incident reporting have led to significant improvements in accountability while integrating apps with employee smartphones has allowed for improved communication and efficiency.

Management tools have also made a difference, helping back-office teams reduce human error and cut down on time spent managing vital tasks such as scheduling and payroll. The use of these technologies can improve profitability while also delivering better results to clients.

Another trend is global connectivity, which has led to a higher demand for security services. Increased reporting of terrorism and other violent incidents has made security operations of paramount importance for many companies and municipalities.  As a result, the security guard industry is expected to grow as services are requested for more locations and events. In many situations, assessing potential security risks and taking steps to mitigate them has become a top priority when planning an event or opening a new facility, rather than just an afterthought.

The rising developments in security-oriented technology, as well as an increased demand for security services in general, presents significant growth opportunities to companies large and small. Those who are able to demonstrate to potential clients how they use technology to ensure a safe environment and a rapid response to on-site incidents will be in a much better position to land new contracts in the year ahead.

⁹⁸ https://www.futurewiseresearch.com/information-technology-market-research/Physical-Security-Market/53

¹⁰⁹ https://www.agcs.allianz.com/news-and-insights/expert-risk-articles/shipping-2020-piracy.html

¹¹¹⁰ https://www.bbc.com/news/business-57050690

¹²¹¹ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/physical-security-market-1014.html

¹³¹² https://www.tracktik.com/blog/security-guard-industry-current-trends/

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Video Security Market ¹⁴¹³

The rising demand for wireless and spy cameras has fueled the increase in the global video security market, which is expected to reach $74.6 billion in by 2025 at a CAGR of 10.4%, according to a report by Markets and Markets.  Some of the factors driving the growth include increasing concerns for public safety and security, a growing usage of IP cameras, and a demand for wireless and spy cameras.

Video security has primarily been used by manufacturing, banking/financial, transportation, retail and media/entertainment industries for applications such as crime prevention, industrial processes monitoring. And traffic management. In addition, trends show that governments worldwide are providing funding for the development of “smart” cities, for the implementation of city-wide video surveillance.  An increase in technological advancements in IoT, “Big Data”, cloud-based services, and an overall demand for VsaaS services, as well as advances in artificial intelligence and deep learning for video security systems are expanding the opportunities in the video surveillance market.

The Company anticipates three key distribution markets for the Safer technology:

·Law enforcement/Fire Disaster Relief  

With the adoption of the Safer Mobile App by the public, Safer would allow individuals who witness a crime in progress, a terrorist attack or a natural disaster, such as a flood or fire, to turn on the Safer Mobile App and be connected to law enforcement or the fire department and provide them with live, real-time video of the incident.  Having this type of live captured events in real time will afford law enforcement/disaster response to make decisions on the situation as though they were at the location being videoed.

·Private Industry 

With the usage of the Safer Mobile App by a business’s security guards, Safer would allow a centralized command-and-control center to pull up live video from the Safer Mobile App.  In this scenario, security guards will have a concealed video camera integrated into their uniform, that will be activated by the guard, or remotely from command-and-control center.  The camera will connect to the security guard’s mobile phone via Bluetooth® and capture events in real-time.  The advantage of this system is that it will allow a senior person to analyze and assess a situation with more competency than a patrol security guard that does not have a background in situational analysis and assessment of dynamic environmental risk.

The Company is currently testing concealed video cameras integrated into a security guards’ uniform in their caps, lapel pins and badges.

·Government Agencies 

The Company defines its government agencies to include schools, hospitals, etc. Safety and security risks are everywhere, including the office, schools, concerts, retail malls and hospitals. However, security professionals tasked with protecting the public are not always available on-site, and require timely information to prevent potential incidents.

Container Tracking Market

The global container security market is segmented by Offering (Hardware, Software, Connectivity Devices, Telematics and Telemetry Devices, and Services), by Technology (GPS, Cellular, BLE, LoRa, WAN, and Others), and by Region.  Intermodal containers that are equipment with GPS and have end-to-end visibility and traceability are commonly referred to as “smart” containers.  Through an increased demand for security, and the implementation of revolutionary technologies, smart containers are quickly becoming a driving force in the shipping market. A 2020 study by Research and Markets on tracking and security of intermodal shipping containers projects that the base tracking units for remote tracking systems will grow at a CAGR of 25.4% to reach 23.2 million units by 2024. The study concluded that the overall market value for trailer and cargo container tracking solutions reached approximately 1.1 billion in 2019, and expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.2% to 2.2 billion by 2024. ¹⁵¹⁴

With reliability of standard containers at only 50%, delays and losses in intermodal shipments have a significant negative impact on global economics and productivity.  Key stakeholders in the market have adopted and implemented solutions to upgrade conventional containers.  Initiatives towards simplification standardization of processes and procedures on an international level will eliminate inefficiencies, transforming maritime trade and boosting supply-chain performance.  ¹⁶¹⁵

Enigma Target Market

The Enigma business plan focuses on security across the spectrum, with an emphasis on system integration. The Company’s target market includes both corporate and personal security, surveillance for the protection of high value assets, remote locations, and intermodal containers, as well as data protection.  Organic sales growth and proprietary research and development, as well as acquisitions of companies and/or intellectual property deemed strategic to its business, are key elements to differentiate Enigma among its competitors.

¹⁴ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/video-surveillance-market-645.html

¹⁵ https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/world-market-for-trailer-and-cargo-container-tracking-2020-2024---growing-at-a-cagr-of-16-2-the-total-market-size-is-forecast-to-reach-2-2-billion-in-2024--301097101.html

¹⁶ https://www.maritimekr.com/2021/03/23/maritime-insight-42/

The primary target markets can be summarized as follows:

·Physical Security Guard Market 

·Risk Management Market   

·Security Intelligence Services 

¹³ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/video-surveillance-market-645.html

¹⁴ https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/world-market-for-trailer-and-cargo-container-tracking-2020-2024---growing-at-a-cagr-of-16-2-the-total-market-size-is-forecast-to-reach-2-2-billion-in-2024--301097101.html

¹⁵ https://www.maritimekr.com/2021/03/23/maritime-insight-42/

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Physical Security Guard Market

The Physical Security Guard Market is composed of operators that provide guard and patrol services, in-transit cash and valuables protection and investigation and detective services. These services are provided to a variety of clients including individuals, businesses, and government agencies.

Risk Management Market

Risk Management is the ongoing process of identifying security risks and implementing plans to address them. Risk is determined by considering the likelihood that known threats will exploit vulnerabilities and the impact they have on valuable assets.

RISK MANAGEMENT LIFECYCLE

Threat Intelligence

Threat intelligence is evidence-based knowledge an organization uses to understand the threats that have, will, or are currently targeting the organization. This information is used to prepare, prevent, and identify cyber threats looking to take advantage of valuable resources.

THREAT INTELLIGENCE LIFECYCLE

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The Company views the market for providing threat intelligence consulting services to be in demand for the next decade.  Whether the threats come from external or internal sources or cyber or physical property or persons, the evolving dynamics of the threat’s companies face will continue and the Company’s need to protect itself against these threats will grow in relationship to the growth of the threats.

The ever-growing number of threats targeting organizations is straining security teams and has resulted in the introduction of numerous security solutions attempting to alleviate the problem. But there is not a single solution that provides complete protection from or visibility into all threats, leaving organizations to evaluate and implement a combination of security tools and services to protect their organizations from threats.

Cross Pollination:

The Physical Security Guard service has the ability to cross pollinate with security consulting and technology services. An example of this cross pollination is:

·The Company performs its initial security audit for security guard services for a hotel client; 

·The hotel management/owners seek to expand their understanding of the risks to their facility, their guests and their employees and request additional advice;  

·The Company enters into a second agreement for security advisory services;  

·The Company’s audit and advisory services lead to additional products and service offerings to the customer, such as dynamic CCTV, AI, and other security technologies. 

BARRIERS TO MARKET

COVID-19 Impact on Security Market ¹⁷¹⁶

The physical security market includes major Tier I and II suppliers like ADT, Cisco, Bosch Building Technologies, Honeywell, and Johnson Controls. These suppliers provide service offerings across various countries in the Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, and MEA regions. COVID-19 has impacted their businesses as well:

·ADT is utilizing its 9 monitoring centers and backup facilities across the US to ensure that its critical monitoring and customer care services continue uninterrupted 24/7 during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

·ADT has successfully tested its ability to equip its monitoring professionals with company-secured hardware, and respond to alarms while working remotely if it becomes necessary in a severe situation during the pandemic. 

·As of April 2020, Cisco continued its commitment to customers during the COVID-19 pandemic and partnered with $2.5 billion in financing to support business resiliency. 

·The adaptability of Bosch’s standard access card readers provides contactless access control, such as contactless door entry. The readers will also provide advantages in buildings, with the ability to map precisely who is where, who can enter certain areas and if the occupancy of a building is conforming with physical distancing. 

·In April 2020, Genetec released an access control feature to help stop the transmission of COVID-19. A new reporting function for its Synergis access control system has been designed to help organizations identify persons that came in close proximity to someone thought to be contagious. 

Physical Security Market Challenges

The major hindrance in the growth of physical security market is privacy.  With the increasing adoption of video surveillance, concerns have been raised as to the misuse of video and privacy violations. Various civil liberties groups and activists are opposed to video surveillance. It has been suggested that  organizations take necessary steps to lower the impact of video surveillance systems on the privacy of people, by issuing guidelines such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).  With the introduction of GDPR in Europe, any public or private organization using CCTV to monitor public accessible areas must adhere to the regulatory requirements.

Unlawful surveillance continues to be a major concern in the United States, and the federal government and most states have enacted legislation that criminalizes recording communications without obtaining consent from either one or all of the parties, depending on statute.  A number of states, including California, Massachusetts, New York, and Illinois have enacted discrete laws pertaining to surveillance, including location tracking, drone photography, and even smart TV “snooping” features. ¹⁸¹⁷

Security Guard Industry Challenges

One of the largest challenges of the security guard industry is hiring qualified security guards and back-office staff who understand how to use technology effectively.  While not all companies are in a position to hire new workers, technology training is essential for ultimate success and competitive edge. The use of real time activity feeds, live metrics, tracking devices, and other technological advances will spread quickly through the security guard industry. Companies that implement it properly will thrive, while those who are unprepared for the changes technology brings – or simply refuse to implement it – will struggle.

¹⁷ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/physical-security-market-1014.html

¹⁸ https://iclg.com/practice-areas/data-protection-laws-and-regulations/usa

By implementing high-quality technology and offering training and learning resources to their employees, companies can make the transition go more smoothly so that their team is better able to adapt to the new system and deliver better results.

An increased demand for security guard companies also means that more companies will need to look for new workers as they expand their business. Finding the best employees is a challenge, especially in an environment where workers are in high demand. Although expanding companies should not delay the process of increasing staff, the should also thoroughly vet potential employees before adding them to a security guard team.

¹⁶ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/physical-security-market-1014.html

¹⁷ https://iclg.com/practice-areas/data-protection-laws-and-regulations/usa

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Video Security Challenges ¹⁹¹⁸

Despite the high growth rate of the video security market, there are significant challenges, including price erosion, cyber-security attacks on video surveillance equipment, component shortages and increased barriers to international trade to some countries.  Increased tariffs and the banning of large vendors in the international market have contributed to the market barriers.  In fact, the US government banned the use of products from two of the largest global  manufacturers, Hikvision and Dahua.

Other challenges facing the video security market include the need for a skilled workforce, and concerns about privacy.

Shipping Container Industry Challenges

There are several key challenges facing the cargo shipping market.  It is expected that over 860 million shipping containers will be transported throughout the globe in 2021²⁰¹⁹, transporting raw materials and manufactured goods across the continents. The overwhelming amount of shipping containers has resulted in a more complex and less transparent supply chain network, leading to:

·Increased dwell-time of containers at each location. 

·Increased labor-costs and human interventions. 

·Increased risks for delay, damage, spoilage and theft. 

Cargo thefts is a global issue. Unmonitored containers maybe be subjected to hostile human interventions throughout the shipping process. In the United States alone, there were an estimated 870 cargo thefts in 2020 worth over $145 billion, representing an increase in volume of 23%, and an increase in value of 41%, from 2019, and the highest increases since 2015. A significant cause of the 2020 increases was the COVID pandemic, accounting for an estimated 43% of total thefts. ²¹²⁰ These stolen goods are then resold back to the market or used for counterfeiting and other purposes, resulting in:

·Increased financial loss 

·Increased insurance rate 

·Increased risk for of damages to brand-image 

·Increased risk of market disturbance 

Despite the heavy flow of containers flooding into ports every day, only 3% of these containers are physically inspected before entering the country ²²²¹. Since 9/11, concerns have been raised that terrorists can potentially take advantage of the flaws in supply chains, utilizing unmonitored containers against national interests. In addition to suspecting the threat of a weapon of mass destruction arriving in a shipping container at a port, many also suspect that the money generated by organized cargo theft is being funneled back to fund terrorists activities, causing:

·Increased risks of terrorists smuggling mass destruction weapons and illegal dangerous goods 

·Increased risk of bombs threatening the port security 

·Increased the vulnerability of national security 

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

Increasing competition in the market, owing to the introduction of advanced technologies, is driving the need for automation in organizations at various levels. The following represent the key players in the security market:

¹⁹ https://www.bizbahrain.com/what-are-the-challenges-in-the-video-surveillance-market/

²⁰ https://www.statista.com/markets/419/topic/489/water-transport/#overview

²¹ https://www.ccjdigital.com/business/article/15064734/recorded-cargo-theft-incidents-average-values-increased-in-2020

²² https://www.greenworldwide.com/the-difference-between-cargo-screening-vs-inspection/

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The companies holding the largest market share in the U.S include G4S PLC and Allied Universal Security Services LLC, with  North America being one of the most developed countries in terms of technology. Physical security is necessary in this region due to factors such as the need for safety against terrorist activities, government regulations, illegal immigration, technological developments, increasing criminal activities, and the requirement to reduce the cost of security workforce. These threats have led to the need for physical security systems, such as access control, perimeter intrusion detection, and video surveillance. Moreover, the presence of some of the key players in the market are expected to drive the growth of the market in the North American region. ²³²²

¹⁸ https://www.bizbahrain.com/what-are-the-challenges-in-the-video-surveillance-market/

¹⁹ https://www.statista.com/markets/419/topic/489/water-transport/#overview

²⁰ https://www.ccjdigital.com/business/article/15064734/recorded-cargo-theft-incidents-average-values-increased-in-2020

²¹ https://www.greenworldwide.com/the-difference-between-cargo-screening-vs-inspection/

²² https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/physical-security-market-1014.html

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Video Security Competitive Landscape ²⁴²³

Due to an increasing demand for video surveillance in public places such as cities, schools, colleges, religious places, airports and stations, government initiatives are fueling the growth of the video security market. Asia Pacific is predicted to be the largest and fastest-growing region due to an increasing number of security threats and concerns in China, Japan, India, and South Korea, among others.  A rising incidence of theft, terrorist attacks and other crimes has increased the demand for video security.  The key players in the video surveillance market are:

To maintain a leadership position in the video security market, key players maintain a broad product line in hardware and software, with customers in a wide variety of market segments such as public security, transportation, education, healthcare financial institutions, energy and intelligent buildings.  With the development of innovative products and security solutions that include technologies such as AI cloud software and facial recognition, along with the integration of IoT with information networks, a key player can maintain a leadership position in the market, and remain at the forefront of advancements in technology.

Smart Container Competitive Landscape ²⁵²⁴

With the rise in need for monitoring solutions by various cargo shipping companies for the container transportation process, the development of mobile-based applications is essential for providing real-time throughout the supply chain. The major players in the smart container market include:

Currently, a major dependence is extensively on the US market. To maintain its leadership in the smart container market, key players need to find consistent revenue pockets in Europe and APAC, which are likely to offer exciting opportunities.

GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS

The Company’s operations will be subject to various federal, state and local laws, regulations, and controls. The Company believes it is in compliance with any such regulations affecting its business.

While the United States has no plenary data protection regulator, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) authority is very broad, and often sets the tone on federal privacy and data security issues.  In addition, a variety of other agencies regulate data protection through sectoral laws, including the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Federal Communications Commission, the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and the Department of Commerce.

²³ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/physical-security-market-1014.html

²⁴ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/video-surveillance-market-645.html

²⁵ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/smart-container-market-194648249.html

Federal Trade Commission Act ²⁶²⁵

The Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S Code §41 et seq.) broadly empowers the FTC to bring enforcement actions to protect consumers against unfair or deceptive practices and to enforce federal privacy and data protection regulations.  The FTC has taken the position that “deceptive practices” include a company’s failure to comply with its published privacy promises and its failure to provide adequate security of personal information, in addition to its use of deceptive advertising or marketing methods.

²³ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/video-surveillance-market-645.html

²⁴ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/smart-container-market-194648249.html

²⁵ https://iclg.com/practice-areas/data-protection-laws-and-regulations/usa

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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

The increasing adoption of video surveillance has come with some opposition with regards to personal privacy rights.  To address these concerns, the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA) adopted the General Data Protection Regulation on April 27, 2016 (formerly Data Protection Directive 95/46/EC), “on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data…”  The regulation became enforceable on May 25, 2018, and contains provisions and requirements related to the processing of personal data of individuals (formally called data subjects in the GDPR) who are located in the EEA, and applies to any enterprise—regardless of its location and the data subjects’ citizenship or residence—that is processing the personal information of individuals inside the EEA.  It has been suggested that U.S. organizations and individuals with video surveillance services issue similar guidelines.  In fact, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), adopted on June 28, 2918, has many similarities with the GDPR.  However, there is no single principal data protection legislation in the United States.  Rather, various laws enacted at both federal and state levels serve to protect the personal data of U.S. residents.

Security and Accountability For Every (SAFE) Port Act of 2006

The SAFE Port Act of 2006 was an Act of Congress in the United States covering port security. The bill calls for, among other thing, 100% of U.S.-bound Ocean containers to be scanned at the foreign port of origin. The bill was enacted and signed by former President George W. Bush on Oct 13, 2006.  The bill became the law numbered Public Law 109-347. The DHS delayed the implementation of key sections of the SAFE Port Act of 2006 until 2016.

Container Security Initiative

The Container Security Initiative (the “CSI”) was launched in 2002 by the U.S. Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”), an agency of the DHS. Its purpose was to increase security for container cargo shipped to the United States. The CSI allows Customs and Border protection (CBP”), working along with host government Customs Services, to examine high-risk maritime containerized cargo at foreign seaports, prior to being loaded on board vessels destined for the United States.

The CSI consists of four core elements:

·Using intelligence and automated information, identify and target containers that pose a risk for terrorism. 

·Pre-screen containers that pose a risk at the port of departure before they arrive at U.S. ports. 

·Using detection technology, such as gamma ray detectors, quickly pre-screen containers that pose a risk.  

·Use smarter, tamper-evident containers. 

The initial CSI program has focused on implementation at the top 20 ports that ship approximately two-thirds of the container volume to the United States. CSI is now operational at ports in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin and Central America. CBP’s 58 operational CSI ports now prescreen over 80 percent of all maritime containerized cargo imported into the United States.  Smaller ports have been added to the program at their instigation, and participation is open to any port meeting certain volume, equipment, procedural, and information-sharing requirements. Future plans include expansion to additional ports based on volume, location, and strategic concerns.

MANUFACTURING

In addition to system integration of third-party technologies for its security service offerings, the Company will identify third-party manufacturers to outsource the manufacturing for its hardware (EnigmaLok), and software (Safer Systems) products and technologies.

The Company will internally develop prototypes of its proprietary technology, and test features at prototype levels through the retention of independent contractors.

²⁶ https://iclg.com/practice-areas/data-protection-laws-and-regulations/usa

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The Company is developing a proprietary system of secure and encrypted communication that will allow the Enigma systems to be delivered through a web portal in an audio format with multiple linguistic capabilities. In addition, Enigma has plans to develop an audio technology in conjunction with AudioEye, Inc., that will allow the end user to interact with the security and tracking device vocally, and will enable the end user to ask specific questions aloud, in sequential or non-sequential order, and accelerate the gathering and assimilation of information and collection of data.

Patents, Patent Applications, Exclusive Licenses and Patent Portfolio Overview

I.On June 30, 2014, the Company entered into a non-exclusive License Agreement, in perpetuity, with AudioEye Communications, Inc., a communications and technology company that owns a family of patents in the area of audio technology. Proprietary materials consist of the following licensor-produced intellectual property used in the development of the technology and implementation of product:  

1.Patent 7,653,544 and 8,046,229 (US) – Method and apparatus for website navigation by the visually impaired 

The present invention is a server-side method and apparatus that enables visually-impaired users to navigate websites and hear high-quality streaming audio of narration and descriptions of each website. The system involves creating an audible website corresponding to an original website by utilizing voice talent to read and describe web content and create audio files for each section within an original website, then assigning a hierarchy and navigation system based on the original website design.

ApplicationCountryDate FiledStatusDate GrantedPatent Number 

1.10/637,970United States08/08/2003Provisional01/26/20107,653,544 

1a.12/637,512United States12/14/2009Granted10/25/20118,046,229 

2.Patent 8,296,150 (US) – System and method for audio content navigation 

A system and method for communicating one or more audio files through a network. One or more original files of an original web site are converted into one or more audio files. An indication is provided to a user that the one or more original files are available as the one or more audio files in response to the user navigating the one or more original files. The one or more audio files are delivered to a computing device of the user through the network in response to a request to access the one or more audio files.

ApplicationCountryDate FiledStatusDate GrantedPatent Number 

2.13/214,347United States08/22/2011Granted10/23/20128,296,150 

3.Patent 7,966,184 (US) – System and method for audible web site navigation 

Systems and methods for an audio-based content management, navigation and retrieval system are provided. The system translates and organizes content, for example text, Podcasts, RSS, pictures, video, into audio output, and provides intelligent access to the content for use on the internet, mobile phones, MP3 devices, or other digital devices. A user may listen to and navigate content by listening to streaming audio and performing simple keystroke or audio commands from an Internet enabled or other digital device.

ApplicationCountryDate FiledStatusDate GrantedPatent Number 

3.13/280,184United States10/24/2011AbandonedN/AN/A – continued under 3a 

3a11/682,843United States03/06/2007Granted06/21/20117,966,184 

3b.WO2013063066A1Worldwide10/24/2012Pending 

3c.JP2014538913AJapan10/24/2012Pending 

4.Patent 8,260,616 (US) – System and method for audio content generation

A system and method for generating audio content. Content is automatically retrieved from an original website according to a predetermined schedule to generate retrieved content. The retrieved content is converted to one or more audio file. A hierarchy is assigned to the one or more audio files to provide an audible website that mimics a hierarch of the retrieved content as represented at the original website. The audible website is stored in a database for retrieval by one or more users. A first user input is received indicating an attempt to access the original website. The audible website is indicated as being associated with the original website in response to the user selection. Portion of the audible website are played in response to a second user input.

ApplicationCountryDate FiledStatusDate GrantedPatent Number 

4.13/483,758United States05/30/2012AbandonedN/AN/A – continued under 4a. 

4a.13/098,677United States05/02/2011Granted09/04/20128,260,616 

5.Patent 8,589,169 (US) – System and method for creating audio files 

A system and method for creating one or more audio files. One or more original files are converted into the one or more audio files. A hierarchy associated with the one or more original files is assigned to the one or more audio files. An indication is given that the one or more audio files are associated with the one or more original files. The one or more audio files are communicated through an audio interface in response to a request to access the one or more audio files.

ApplicationCountryDate FiledStatusDate GrantedPatent Number 

5.14/055,366United States10/16/2013Abandoned N/AN/A – continued under 5a 

5a.13/545,417United States07/10/2012Granted11/19/20138,589,169 

For further information on the non-exclusive license of the Patents and Patent Applications above, and the complete text of the License Agreements, please refer to Exhibits 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report filed June 6, 2023 on Form 10-Q.

II.On March 9, 2015, the Company completed the assignment and license in perpetuity to the following container locking system intellectual property (“EnigmaLok IP”): 

1.Patent 8,245,546 (US) – Container lock and method for locking of container door 

The present invention relates to a container lock, and a method for locking of at least one door of a standardized container. The door has a frame edge portion, and further is a thereto adjacent frame edge portion provided, which frame edge portions are used to lock the door in a closed position.

ApplicationCountryDate FiledStatusDate GrantedPatent Number 

1.12/226,228United States04/13/2006Granted08/21/20128,245,546 

1a.EP20060112631Europe04/13/2006Granted01/07/2009EP1,845,225 

For further information on the exclusive license of the Patents and Patent Applications above, and the complete text of the Assignment and Licensed Rights Agreement and subsequent Modification, please refer to Exhibit 10.24 to the Company’s Current Report filed January 21, 2015, on Form 8-K, and  Exhibit 10.25 to the Company’s Quarterly Report filed May 20, 2015, on Form 10-Q, respectively.

III.On October 11, 2018, the Company executed an Intellectual Property Purchase Agreement (the “Safer Agreement”) with Safer, Inc., for the assignment and license to the following intellectual property in the area of security and risk management (“Safer IP”). 

On July 21, 2021, the Company received a Notice of Allowance from the United States Patent and Trademark Office that its Patent Application 16/618,038 “Network Based Video Surveillance and Logistics for Multiple Users” was granted and would be issued to the Company.  

1.Patent Application 16/618,038 (US) – Network Based Video Surveillance and Logistics for Multiple Users 

A security system, method, device and network. The system includes one or more communications networks including at least one wireless network. The system further includes a network storage device operatively connected to the one or more communications networks for storing feeds. The system further includes a number of mobile devices communicating with the network storage device through the one or more communications networks. The mobile devices capture feeds that are sent to the network storage device.

ApplicationCountryDate FiledStatusDate GrantedPatent Number 

1.62,513,315United States05/31/2017AssignedN/AN/A – continued under 1a 

1a.16/618,038United States05/30/2018Pending 

1b.PCT/US18/35185International11/27/2019Pending 

For further information on the acquisition of the Patent above, and the complete text of the Intellectual Property Purchase Agreement, please refer to Exhibit 10.26 filed October 10, 2019 on form 8-K.

There can be no assurance that the Company will be granted patents for any of the patent applications it has filed with the USPTO or other patent organization worldwide.

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Facilities

At December 31, 2018,2019, the Company’s principal executive office was located at 1327 Ocean Avenue, Suite B, Santa Monica, California, 90401. The Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, PearTrack Systems Group, Ltd., offices in Alameda, California, and Manchester, England, were vacated in 2017.

As of the date of filing of this Annual Report, the Company’s principal executive office is located at 3415 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 1100-#1234, Los Angeles, California 90034. The office located at 1327 Ocean Avenue, Suite B, Santa Monica, California, 90401, was vacated in January 2021.

The Company’s telephone number is (888) 287-9994, and fax number (888) 899-1443.

The Company’s website is www.enigma-bulwark.com.

The Company’s security guard website is www.enigma-bulwarksecurity.com.

Personnel

As of December 31, 2018,2019, the Company engaged ²⁷²⁶ six (6) individuals, inclusive of two (2) executive officers / directors.  All personnel were full-time.

As of the date of filing of this Annual Report, the Company engages five (5) individuals, inclusive of three (3) executive officers / directors. All five (5) personnel are full-time.  In addition, the Company’s security operations, Enigma-Bulwark Security, Inc. maintains a staff of approximately forty-five (45) employees, of which thirty-five (35) are full-time and ten (10) are part-time.

Research and Development

During the years ended December 31, 20182019 and 2017,2018, the Company spent no funds on research and development of its product line, due to cash flow restraints.

During the years ended December 31, 2019,2020, through December 31, 2022, the most recent fiscal year immediately preceding the filing of this Annual Report, the Company spent no funds on research and development of its product line, due to cash flow restraints.

Reports to Security Holders

The Company is not required to deliver an Annual Report to its stockholders, but will voluntarily send an Annual Report, together with the Company’s annual consolidated audited financial statements upon request. The Company is required to file annual, quarterly and current reports, proxy statements, and other information with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings are available to the public over the Internet at the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.

The public may read and copy any materials filed by the Company with the SEC at the SEC’s Public Reference Room at 100 F Street, NE, Washington DC 20549. The public may obtain information on the operation of the Public Reference Room by calling the SEC at 1-800-SEC-0330. The Company is an electronic filer. The SEC maintains an Internet site that contains reports, proxy and information statements, and other information regarding issuers that file electronically with the SEC. The Internet address of the site is http://www.sec.gov.

The Company is a smaller reporting company as defined by Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is not required to provide the information under this item.

The Company’s former corporate headquarters, located at 1327 Ocean Avenue Suite B, Santa Monica, California 90401, were vacated in January 2021. The Company’s current corporate headquarters are located at 3415 S. Sepulveda Blvd, Suite 1100-#1234, Los Angeles, California 90034.

The Company believes its current premises are adequate for the Company’s current operations, and the Company does not anticipate that it will require any additional premises in the immediate future. When, and if, the Company requires additional space, the Company intends to move at that time. The Company does not foresee any significant difficulties in obtaining any required facilities. The Company currently does not rent or own any real property.

The Company knows of no material existing or pending legal proceedings against it, nor is the Company involved as a plaintiff in any material proceeding or pending litigation. There are no proceedings in which any of the Company’s directors, officers or affiliates, or any registered or beneficial shareholder, is an adverse party or has a material interest adverse to the Company.

Not applicable.

²⁷²⁶ The majority of the Company’s management are engaged as consultants under consulting agreements.

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PART II

In the United States, the Company’s common shares are traded on the OTC Pink under the symbol “EBWK.” The following table sets forth the high and low bid prices for its Common Stock per quarter as reported by the OTC Pink. These prices represent quotations between dealers without adjustment for retail mark-up, markdown or commission and may not represent actual transactions.

The high and low prices of the Company’s common shares for the periods indicated below are as follows:

The Company’s Common Stock is subject to rules adopted by the Commission regulating broker dealer practices in connection with transactions in “penny stocks.” Those disclosure rules applicable to “penny stocks” require a broker dealer, prior to a transaction in a “penny stock” not otherwise exempt from the rules, to deliver a standardized list disclosure document prepared by the Securities and Exchange Commission. That disclosure document advises an investor that investment in “penny stocks” can be very risky and that the investor’s salesperson or broker is not an impartial advisor but rather paid to sell the shares. The disclosure contains further warnings for the investor to exercise caution in connection with an investment in “penny stocks,” to independently investigate the security, as well as the salesperson with whom the investor is working and to understand the risky nature of an investment in this security. The broker dealer must also provide the customer with certain other information and must make a special written determination that the “penny stock” is a suitable investment for the purchaser and receive the purchaser’s written agreement to the transaction. Further, the rules require that, following the proposed transaction, the broker provide the customer with monthly account statements containing market information about the prices of the securities.

Record Holders

The Company’s common shares are issued in registered form. Securities Transfer Corporation (formerly Island Stock Transfer) (“STC”), 2901 Dallas Parkway, Suite 380, Plano, TX 75093 (Telephone (469) 633-0101) is the registrar and transfer agent for the Company’s common shares.

On December 31, 2018,2019, the shareholders’ list of the Company’s common shares pursuant to STC showed 107115 registered shareholders and 67,821,40599,165,873 shares outstanding. The total number of shares outstanding stated in the STC list of 67,821,40599,165,873 includes 2734 shares issued due to rounding, and does not include 1,561,3759,073,478 shares issued to various consultants for services provided.

As of the date of filing of this Annual Report, the shareholders’ list of the Company’s common shares pursuant to STC showed 117 registered shareholders and 134,091,547 shares outstanding. The total number of shares outstanding stated in the STC list of 134,091,547 does not include 2,500,000 shares issued for consulting services provided.

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Dividends

The Company has not declared any dividends on its Common Stock since the Company’s inception. There is no restriction in the Company’s Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws that limit the Company’s ability to pay dividends on its Common Stock. However, the Company does not anticipate declaring and paying dividends to its shareholders in the near future.

Equity Compensation Plan Information

The Company maintains the 2009 Stock Option Plan (the “2009 Plan”), wherein 20,000,000 restricted shares of Common Stock were reserved for issuance. The 2009 Plan is intended to assist the Company in securing and retaining key employees, directors and consultants by allowing them to participate in the Company’s ownership and growth through the grant of incentive and non-qualified stock options. Under the 2009 Plan, the Company may grant incentive stock options only to employees, and non-qualified stock options to employees, officers, directors and consultants. Subject to the provisions of the 2009 Plan, the Board will administer the plan, and determine grants.  In 2019, the 2009 Plan expired.

On October 1, 2018, pursuant to a Board resolution, the 2018 Stock Incentive Plan (“the 2018 Plan”) was established, wherein 20,000,000 restricted shares of Common Stock were reserved for issuance. The 2018 Plan is intended to assist the Company in securing and retaining key employees, directors and consultants by allowing them to participate in the Company’s ownership and growth through the grant of incentive and non-qualified stock options. Under the 2018 Plan, the Company may grant incentive stock options to employees and non-qualified stock options and restricted stock awards to employees, officers, directors and consultants. Subject to the provisions of the 2018 Plan, the Board will administer the plan, and determine grants. As of the date of filing of this Annual Report, 18,544,000 restricted stock awards and 500,000 stock options were granted under the 2018 Plan, and 956,000 shares remain reserved.

On September 20, 2019, pursuant to a Board resolution, the 2019 Stock Incentive Plan (“the 2019 Plan”) was established, wherein 20,000,000 restricted shares of Common Stock were reserved for issuance. The 2019 Plan is intended to assist the Company in securing and retaining key employees, directors and consultants by allowing them to participate in the Company’s ownership and growth through the grant of incentive and non-qualified stock options. Under the 2019 Plan, the Company may grant incentive stock options to employees and non-qualified stock options and restricted stock awards to employees, officers, directors and consultants. Subject to the provisions of the 2019 Plan, the Board will administer the plan, and determine grants. As of the date of filing of this Annual Report, 7,000,000 restricted stock awards and 10,875,133 stock options were granted under the 2019 Plan, and 2,124,867 shares remain reserved.

On October 1, 2021, pursuant to a Board resolution, the 2021 Stock Incentive Plan (“the 2021 Plan”) was established, wherein 20,000,000 restricted shares of Common Stock were reserved for issuance. The 2021 Plan is intended to assist the Company in securing and retaining key employees, directors and consultants by allowing them to participate in the Company’s ownership and growth through the grant of incentive and non-qualified stock options. Under the 2021 Plan, the Company may grant incentive stock options to employees and non-qualified stock options and restricted stock awards to employees, officers, directors and consultants. Subject to the provisions of the 2021 Plan, the Board will administer the plan, and determine grants. As of the date of filing of this Annual Report, 2,500,000 restricted stock awards and 5,000,000 stock options were granted under the 2021 Plan, and 12,500,000 shares remain reserved.

During the yearsyear ended December 31, 2018 and 2017, no2019, 10,875,133 stock options were granted, and the Company expensed nofor which $56,450 in deferred stock option compensation.compensation was recorded, and $28,017 was expensed. There remained no$28,433 deferred stock option compensation at December 31, 2018 and 2017.2019, to be expensed over the next thirty (30) months.

As of December 31, 2018,2019, the Company had granted options to purchase a total of 1,224,755 shares of the Company’s restricted Common Stock, of which none have been exercised, 492,255 have expired and 130,000 were forfeited/canceled.  There were 602,500 stock options outstanding at December 31, 2018.

As of the date of filing of this Annual Report, the Company has granted options to purchase a total of 17,099,88812,099,888 shares of the Company’s restricted Common Stock, of which 4,812,564 were exercised, 594,755492,255 have expired 130,000and 130,000 were forfeited/canceled, and 11,562,569forfeited/canceled.  There were 6,665,069 stock options outstanding. at December 31, 2019.

During the years subsequent to December 31, 2018,2019, through December 31, 2022, the most recent fiscal year end immediately preceding the filing of this Annual Report, the Company expensed a total of $29,838$1,821 in stock option compensation. There remained $33,112 in deferred stock option compensation as of December 31, 2022.

As of the date of filing of this Annual Report, the Company has granted options to purchase a total of 17,099,888 shares of the Company’s restricted Common Stock, of which 4,812,564 were exercised, 594,755 have expired, 130,000 were forfeited/canceled, and 11,562,569 were outstanding.

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Purchase of Equity Securities by the Issuer and Affiliated Purchasers

The Company did not purchase any of its shares of Common Stock or other securities during the year ended December 31, 2018.2019.

The Company did not purchase any of its shares of Common Stock or other securities subsequent to December 31, 2018,2019, through December 31, 2022, the most recent fiscal year end immediately preceding the filing of this Annual Report.

Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities

The following represents all unregistered securities issued by the registrant during the year ended December 31, 2018,2019, including sales of reacquired securities, as well as new issues, securities issued in exchange for property, services, or other securities, and new securities resulting from the modification of outstanding securities:

On October 1, 2018, in connection with a certain employment agreement, the Company issued 1,000,000 shares of its restricted Common Stock at $0.001 per share to a related party, for cash in the amount of $1,000.

On October 11, 2018, in connection with the acquisition of certain intellectual property from Safer, Inc., the Company issued 3,500,000 shares of its restricted Common Stock at $0.001 per share, for cash in the amount of $3,500.

The following represents all unregistered securities issued by the registrant subsequent to December 31, 2018, through December 31, 2022, the most recent fiscal year end immediately preceding the filing of this Annual Report, including sales of reacquired securities, as well as new issues, securities issued in exchange for property, services, or other securities, and new securities resulting from the modification of outstanding securities:

On August 29, 2019, in connection with certain non-compete non-dilution agreements, the Company issued 13,334,000 shares of its restricted Common Stock at $0.001 per share to related parties for cash in the amount of $13,334, plus 210,000 shares under the non-dilution provision at $0.001 per share for cash in the amount of $210.

On September 20, 2019, in connection with the exercise of certain stock options, the Company issued 4,010,470 shares of its restricted Common Stock to related parties at an exercise price of $0.005, for cash in the amount of $20,052.

On October 6, 2019, pursuant to a resolution of the board of directors, the Company issued an aggregate of 6,000,000 shares of its restricted Common Stock to seven (7) of its officers and directors, at $0.001 per share, for cash in the amount of $6,000.

On October 8, 2019, in connection with a certain consulting agreement, the Company issued 1,000,000 shares of its restricted Common Stock at $0.001 per share to a related party, for cash in the amount of $1,000.

On October 10, 2019, in connection with a certain non-compete non-dilution agreement, the Company issued 4,000,000 shares of its restricted Common Stock at $0.001 per share for cash in the amount of $4,000.

On November 13, 2019, in connection with services provided, the Company issued 1,500,000 shares of its restricted Common Stock at $0.001 per share for cash in the amount of $1,500.

On December 20, 2019, in connection with the exercise of certain stock options, the Company issued 802,094 shares of its restricted Common Stock to related parties at an exercise price of $0.005 for cash in the amount of $4,010.

The following represents all unregistered securities issued by the registrant subsequent to December 31, 2019, through December 31, 2022, the most recent fiscal year end immediately preceding the filing of this Annual Report, including sales of reacquired securities, as well as new issues, securities issued in exchange for property, services, or other securities, and new securities resulting from the modification of outstanding securities:

On August 31, 2021, in connection with the conversion of related party debt in the amount of $1,238,251, the Company issued an aggregate of 23,066,991 shares of its restricted Common Stock to six (6) related parties, including three (3) officers, of which $941,096 was at a conversion price of $0.05 per share, and $297,155 was at a conversion price of $0.07 per share.

On November 5, 2021, in connection with the conversion of debt in the amount of $696,301, the Company issued 2,785,205 shares of its restricted Common Stock at a conversion price of $0.25 per share.

On January 1, 2022, in connection with a consulting agreement, the Company issued 2,500,000 shares of restricted Common Stock at $0.001 per share for cash in the amount of $2,500.  

Exemption From Registration. None of the foregoing transactions involved any underwriters, underwriting discounts or commissions, or any public offering. Unless otherwise stated, the sales of the above securities were deemed to be exempt from registration under the Securities Act in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act (and Regulation D or Regulation S promulgated thereunder) as transactions by an issuer not involving any public offering. The recipients of the securities in each of these transactions represented their intentions to acquire the securities for investment only and not with a view to, or for sale in connection with, any distribution thereof, and appropriate legends were placed on the share certificates issued in these transactions. All recipients had adequate access, through their relationships with us, to information about us. The sales of these securities were made without any general solicitation or advertising.

The Company is a smaller reporting company as defined by Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is not required to provide the information under this item.

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Forward-Looking Statements

This Annual Report contains forward-looking statements. These statements relate to future events or the Company’s future financial performance. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “may”, “should”, “expects”, “plans”, “anticipates”, “believes”, “estimates”, “predicts”, “potential” or “continue” or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. These statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the Company’s or the Company’s industry’s actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, the Company cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Except as required by applicable law, including the securities laws of the United States, the Company does not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements to conform these statements to actual results.

The Company’s consolidated audited financial statements are stated in United States Dollars and are prepared in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. The following discussion should be read in conjunction with the Company’s consolidated audited financial statements and the related notes for the years ended December 31, 20182019 and 2017,2018, that appear elsewhere in this Annual Report.

As used in this Annual Report, the terms “we”, “us”, “our,” “the Company” and “Enigma” mean Enigma-Bulwark, Ltd., and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Enigma-Bulwark Risk Management, Inc., PearTrack Systems Group, Ltd., Ecologic Car Rentals, Inc. and Ecologic Products, Inc., unless otherwise indicated.

Corporate History

The Company was incorporated in Nevada on September 30, 2005, and is a headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Formerly PearTrack Security Systems, Inc., the Company’s name was changed to Enigma-Bulwark, Ltd., on October 9, 2019, pursuant to a majority of the Company’s shareholders and unanimous resolution of the board of directors.

The Company is a security and risk management company that provides physical security, technology-systems integration, and risk management advisory services.  Services offered to assess and mitigate risk include security guards, risk management analysis, and proprietary and third-party technology and software. Target markets include corporations, governments and individuals across the globe.

During 2016 through 2018, the Company sought financing for the finalization of the PearLoxx container locking and tracking prototype.  In addition, strategic acquisitions were pursued to expand the Company’s intellectual property portfolio.

Due to the Company’s inability to successfully commercialize the PearTrack IP tracking platform acquired in 2013, all rights, title and interest in the PearTrack IP reverted to the former licensees on December 31, 2018, and, pursuant to the terms of the Security Agreement, the related Note issued to the licensors (the “Note Holders”) was canceled.  In addition, all rights to future royalties collectible under any sub-license previously issued by the Company for the PearTrack IP reverted to the Note Holders.  As a result, in 2018, the Company recognized a gain on the extinguishment of debt of $2,000,000.

Although the PearTrack IP commercialization was unsuccessful, the Company continued to focus on security and risk management, and acquired intellectual property that is based on a patent-pending ²⁸²⁷ interactive spontaneous video security technology (the “Safer IP”).  On October 11, 2018, the Company executed an Intellectual Property Purchase Agreement (the “Safer Agreement”) with Safer, Inc., a Florida corporation (the “Seller”), for the acquisition of the Safer IP. Pursuant to the Safer Agreement, in exchange for all rights, title and interest in the Safer IP, among other things, the Company delivered to Seller:

1.Common Stock Purchase Agreement providing for the Seller the right to purchase 3,500,000 shares of the Company’s restricted Common Stock at a price of $0.001 per share, for $3,500 cash; and  

2.Revenue Sharing Agreement providing for a cash earn-out of 3% to be paid to the Seller, up to $1,000,000 paid to Seller, derived from the Adjusted Gross Revenue generated by the Company in connection with the Safer IP; and  

3.Royalty Agreement providing for a royalty of 1.5% of the Adjusted Gross Revenue generated by the Company in connection with the Safer IP.  

In 2019, the Company was presented with an opportunity to start a security and risk management business headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, and identified key management to operate the business unit. On August 30, 2019, the Company formed Enigma-Bulwark Risk Management, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly-owned subsidiary (“EBRM”), to maintain the Company’s security and risk management operations and assets.  

²⁸²⁷ On July 21, 2021, the Company received a Notice of Allowance from the United States Patent and Trademark Office that its Patent Application 16/618,038 “Network Based Video Surveillance and Logistics for Multiple Users” was granted and would be issued to the Company.  For additional information on the patent application, see “Intellectual Property”

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In 2019, the Company was presented with an opportunity to start a security and risk management business headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, and identified key management to operate the business unit. On August 30, 2019, the Company formed Enigma-Bulwark Risk Management, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly-owned subsidiary (“EBRM”), to maintain the Company’s security and risk management operations and assets.  

In addition, EBRM acquired 100% of the shares of Enigma-Bulwark Security, Inc., a Delaware corporation formed by the Company in May 2019 (“EBS”). The Company attracted key senior management talent with backgrounds in structured finance, insurance, management, and M&A.  On August 8, 2019, EBS received its license to provide physical security officers from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and commenced its security protection operations in southern Florida, providing security services to the hospitality industry, as well as large events and VIPs/celebrities.

As part of the development of the South African business unit, the Company, through EBRM, entered into a Joint Venture Agreement (the “JV Agreement”) on September 8, 2020, with Prime African Security, Ltd., a South African corporation (“Prime”), to provide security and risk management services in South Africa. The joint venture formed Prime Enigma Africa (Pty) Ltd., a South African corporation (the “Joint Venture”), for which Prime owns 51% of the Common Stock and the Company owns 49%.  The JV Agreement is for an initial term of three (3) years, and automatically renews unless canceled in writing by either party.

COVID-19 Pandemic

In December 2019, an outbreak of the COVID-19 virus was reported in Wuhan, China. On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (“WHO”) declared the COVID-19 virus a global pandemic, and on March 13, 2020, former President Donald J. Trump declared the virus a national emergency in the United States.  As of the date of the filing of this Annual Report, the WHO reports over 757 million confirmed COVID-19 cases and over 6.8 million deaths worldwide, including over 1.1 million in the U.S. This highly contagious disease has spread to most of the countries in the world and throughout the United States, creating a serious impact on customers, workforces and suppliers, disrupting economies and financial markets, and potentially leading to a world-wide economic downturn. It has caused a disruption of the normal operations of many businesses, including the temporary closure or scale-back of business operations and/or the imposition of either quarantine or remote work or meeting requirements for employees, either by government order or on a voluntary basis.

The COVID-19 pandemic may adversely affect the Company’s clients’ operations, its employees and its employee productivity. It may also impact the ability of the Company’s subcontractors, partners, and suppliers to operate and fulfill their contractual obligations, and result in an increase in costs, delays or disruptions in performance. These effects, and the direct effect of the virus and the disruption on the Company’s employees and operations, may negatively impact both the Company’s ability to meet customer demand and its revenue and profit margins. The Company’s employees, in many cases, are working remotely and using various technologies to perform their functions. The Company might experience delays or changes in customer demand, particularly if customer funding priorities change. Further, in reaction to the spread of COVID-19 in the United States, many businesses have instituted social distancing policies, including the closure of offices and worksites and deferring planned business activity. Additionally, the disruption and volatility in the global and domestic capital markets may increase the cost of capital and limit the Company’s ability to access capital. Both the health and economic aspects of the COVID-19 virus are highly fluid and the future course of each is uncertain. For these reasons and other reasons that may come to light if the coronavirus pandemic and associated protective or preventative measures expand, the Company may experience a material adverse effect on its business operations, revenues and financial condition; however, its ultimate impact is highly uncertain and subject to change.

Current Business

The Company is currently structured with four wholly-owned subsidiaries: Enigma-Bulwark Risk Management, Inc., a Delaware corporation (“EBRM”), and PearTrack Systems Group, Ltd. (“PTSG”), Ecologic Products, Inc. (“{“EPI”), and Ecologic Car Rentals, Inc. (“ECR”), all Nevada corporations.  The Company’s current business activities are diversified into two specific markets: security and risk management, and remote/mobile asset tracking products.  

Through its wholly-owned subsidiary, EBRM, the Company is operating a security and risk management business, and developing its proprietary, patent-pending and patented technology. EBRM is focused on providing security guards, both armed and unarmed, as well as security consulting and systems integration of security technology and software through the development of its patent-pending intellectual property (see “Intellectual Property”), along with third-party Plug-N-Play products.

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In August 2019, the Company, through EBRM’s subsidiary, Enigma-Bulwark Security, Inc. (“EBS”), a Delaware corporation, established and operates a full-service security business targeting hospitality, corporate/executives, and petroleum assets. In Miami, Florida. EBS services include security guards, both armed and unarmed, as well as CCTV and video capture technology and security consulting services. As of October 2022, EBS maintains a staff of approximately forty-five (45) employees, including over forty (40) fully licensed security personnel, serving eleven (11) luxury and boutique hotels, restaurants and resorts in the greater Miami Beach, Florida, area.

In August 2020, EBRM formed a joint venture with Prime African Security, Ltd. Pty, a Pretoria, South Africa based full-service security company, accredited under the Private Security Industry Regulation Act 56 of 2001 (PSIRA), called Prime-Enigma Africa Ltd. Pty (“Prime-Enigma”) headquartered in Pretoria, South Africa. Prime-Enigma is currently bidding on security tenders from large international corporations operating in South Africa.

The Company also intends to provide a unique solution to security issues in the intermodal shipping container marketplace, with its patented container tracking and locking system, EnigmaLok (formerly PearLoxx), the rights of which were licensed to the Company in perpetuity in 2015 (see “Intellectual Property”).

Through the subsidiaries, Ecologic Car Rentals, Inc. and Ecologic Products, Inc., the Company continues its pursuits for strategic opportunities for its shareholders, as management believes that the brands have value for companies with environmentally-friendly consumer-related products and services.

Management

Management experience and insight translates into best practices and proven strategies that will help anticipate and respond to myriad facility, operational, and safety challenges with confidence. Enigma’s management has extensive knowledge and experience in many fields requiring security and risk management protocols, such as multinational corporations, mining houses, telecommunication providers, transportation and energy companies.

Enigma’s team is at the core of its value, with decades of intelligence and military experience, as well as technology expertise and specialized experience in:

·advanced training techniques 

·new and innovative technology applications 

·intelligence and reconnaissance 

·risk assessment and threat identification.  

The Enigma team includes individuals with backgrounds from U.S. and South African Special Forces and military intelligence, and applies its experience to deliver measured and effective security management, regardless of adversary or operating environment. Additionally, Enigma is sensitive and experienced at managing low-profile, security operations in challenging environments.

The Company works with a core management team to remain flexible during times of non-engagement. With over forty years of professional military service, the Enigma team has established a large network of security professionals that can be deployed on a global basis. The Company will continue to identify diverse and skilled security personnel, and develop innovative solutions across the full spectrum of security needs.

The following summary of the Company’s financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements for the years ended December 31, 20182019 and 2017,2018, which are included herein. The financial information of Enigma-Bulwark, Ltd., and its wholly-owned subsidiaries as of December 31, 2018,2019, Enigma-Bulwark Risk Management, Inc., PearTrack Systems Group, Ltd., Ecologic Car Rentals, Inc. and Ecologic Products, Inc. is provided below on a consolidated basis, unless otherwise indicated. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated.

Balance Sheet

As of December 31, 2018,2019, the Company had total assets of $40,089 $339,481,compared with total assets of $11,807$40,089 at December 31, 2017.2018. The increase in total assets of $28,282$299,382 is attributable to an increase in cash of $102,585, an increase in accounts receivable of $194,701, an increase in prepaid expenses of $5,384, a decrease in investment in securities of $2,412,$1,206, depreciation of $472, an increase in intellectual property of $31,500, and amortization of $334.$1,600.

As of December 31, 2018,2019, the Company had total liabilities of $6,333,317$6,977,128 compared with total liabilities of $7,429,739$6,333,317 at December 31, 2017.2018. The decreaseincrease in total liabilities of $1,096,422$643,811 is attributable to an increase in accounts payable and accrued expenses of $274,869,$351,804, a decrease in related party payables of $511,295, an increase in related party payablesnotes payable, net of $127,564,unamortized discount, of $20,204, and a decreasean increase in related party convertible notes payable, net of unamortized discount, of $1,498,855.$783,098.

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Results of Operations

The year ended December 31, 2018,2019, compared to the year ended December 31, 20172018

Revenue

For the year ending December 31, 2019, revenue in the amount of $580,574 consisted of sales resulting from the Company’s security services activities that commenced in August 2019.

For the year ending December 31, 2018, no revenue was generated.

At December 31, 2019, the Company had not yet generated revenues from the commercialization of its intellectual properties.

Cost of sales

For the year ending December 31, 2017, revenue2019, cost of sales in the amount of $649$442,161 consisted of limited salesstaffing and related labor costs resulting from test marketing of PearTrack tracking products.

At December 31, 2018, the Company had not yet begun full operations, generating limited test market sales.

Cost of salesCompany’s security services activities that commenced in August 2019.

For the year ending December 31, 2018, no cost of sales was incurred.

For the year ending December 31, 2017, cost of sales in the amount of $3,250 consisted of manufacturing, packaging and shipping costs for the test marketing of PearTrack tracking product sales.

At December 31, 2018,2019, the Company had not yet begun full operations, generating limited test market sales.incurred costs related to revenues from the commercialization of its intellectual properties.

General and Administrative Expenses

General and administrative expenses in the amount of $1,632,481 for the year ended December 31, 2019, were comprised of $32,000 of legal and accounting fees, $977,582 of management fees, $4,956 of other staff and outside services, $582,913 of stock compensation/amortization of deferred compensation, $2,072 of depreciation and amortization, and $32,958 of office overhead and other general and administrative expenses.

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General and administrative expenses in the amount of $617,497 for the year ended December 31, 2018, were comprised of $32,000 of legal and accounting fees, $583,240 of management fees, $1,750 of stock compensation/amortization of deferred compensation, $806 of depreciation and amortization, and ($299) of office overhead and other general and administrative expenses.

General and administrative expenses in the amount of $618,030$1,632,481 for the year ended December 31, 2017, were comprised of $32,000 of legal and accounting fees, $576.406 of management fees, $472 of depreciation, $1,400 of rent, and $7,752 of office overhead and other general and administrative expenses.

General and administrative expenses of2019, as compared to $617,497 for the year ended December 31, 2018, as compared to $618,030 for the year ended December 31, 2017, resulted in a decreasean increase in general and administrative expenses of $533.$1,014,984. The decreaseincrease in general and administrative expenses of $533$1,014,984 was attributable to the following items:

·an increase in management fees of $6,834,$394,342, due to pro-ratedadditional management fees;retained for security operations; and 

·an increase in other staff and outside services of $4,956, due to administrative staff retained for security operations; and 

·an increase in stock compensation/amortization of deferred compensation of $750,$581,163, due to stock and stock options granted in connection with additional management retained for security operations, resulting in an increase in stock compensation of $551,896 and stock option amortization of $28,017; and a stock grant in the currentprior year, resulting in stock compensation expense of $1,000 andan increase in deferred stock compensation amortization of $750;$1,250; and 

·an increase in depreciation and amortization expense, due to the acquisition of intellectual property, resulting in amortization expense of $334;$1,266; and 

·a decrease in rent expense of $1,400, due to a reduction in office space; and 

·a decreasean increase in other general and administrative expenses of $8,051,$33,257, due to decreasesincreases in bank charges of $3,791, computer and internet expenses of $770,$1,676, insurance expense of $1,334, office expenses$20,559, licenses and permits of $1,178,$4,388, travel of $3,783, and other general expenses of $978.$2,851. 

General and administrative expenses for the years ended December 31, 20182019 and 2017,2018, were incurred primarily for the purpose of advancing the Company closer to its financing and operating goals.

Net Loss

During the year ended December 31, 2018,2019, the Company generatedincurred a net loss of $1,722,890 compared with net income of $1,093,866 compared with a net loss of $891,016 for the year ended December 31, 2017.2018.  The increasedecrease in net income of $1,984,882$2,816,756 is attributable to a decreasean increase in gross revenue of $649, a decrease$580,574, an increase in costs of goods sold of $3,250, a decrease$442,161, an increase in general and administrative expenses of $533, an increase$1,014,984, a decrease in gain on extinguished debt of $2,000,000, an increase in interest expense of $22,608,$21,260, and a decrease in discount amortization of $5,036, and a decrease in realized gain from currency translations of $680.$81,075.

During the year ended December 31, 2018,2019, the Company incurred a net comprehensive loss of $2,412,$1,206, compared with a net comprehensive loss of $117,218$2,412 for the year ended December 31, 2017.2018.  The decrease in net comprehensive loss of $114,806$1,206 is attributable to a decrease in unrealized loss on currency translation of $1,424, and a decrease in unrealized loss on securities of $113,382.$1,206.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

As of December 31, 2018 and 2017,2019 the Company had $102,585 in cash compared to no cash.cash at December 31, 2018.

The Company had a working capital deficit of $3,889,597$3,817,902 as of December 31, 2018,2019, compared to a working capital deficit of $3,447,164$3,889,597 at December 31, 2017.2018.  The increasedecrease in working capital deficit of $442,433$71,695 is attributable to an increaseincreases in cash of $102,585, accounts receivable of $194,701, prepaid expenses of $5,384, accounts payable and accrued expenses of $274,869; an increase in convertible$351,804, related party promissory notes payable of $40,000;$20,204, and an increaserelated party convertible notes payable of $370,262, and a decrease in related party payable of $127,564.$511,295.

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Cash Flows from Operating Activities

During the yearsyear ended December 31, 2018 and 2017,2019, the Company was provided with no$72,478 in cash flowflows from operating activities. There was anactivities, compared to $0 for the year ended December 31, 2018. The increase in cash provided by operating activities of $72,478 is primarily attributable to a decrease in net income from operations of $1,984,883;$2,816,756; increases in stock compensation/amortization of deferred stock compensation of $1,750,$581,163, accruals converted to related party loans of $4,676,$1,045,585, and depreciation and amortization of $1,266; decreases in discount amortization of $334,$81,075, and gain on extinguished debt of $2,000,000; decreases in discount amortization of $5,036, and foreign exchange gains of $680; increases in the changes in accounts payable and accrued expenses of $64,267; and decreases in the changes in accounts receivable of $869, other receivables of $5,985,$194,701, prepaid expenses of $806, other assets$5,384, and accounts payable and accrued expenses of $700,$186,739; and a decrease in the change in related party payables of $43,193.$644,359.

Cash Flows from Investing Activities

During the yearyears ended December 31, 20182019 and 2017,2018, the Company was provided with no cash flowflows from investing activities.

Cash Flows from Financing Activities

During the year ended December 31, 2018 and 2017,2019, the Company was provided with no$30,107 in cash flowflows from financing activities.activities, compared to $0 for the year ended December 31, 2018.  The increase in cash provided by financing activities is primarily attributable to an increase in repayments of related party notes payable of $11,000, and an increase in proceeds from the issuance of stock of $41,107.

As of December 31, 2018,2019, affiliates and related parties are due a total of $3,970,966,$4,262,974, which is comprised of promissory notes to related parties, net of unamortized discounts, in the amount of $3,172,705,$3,976,008, accrued compensation in the amount of $645,555,$134,566, and reimbursed expenses/cash advances to the Company in the amount of $152,706;$152,400; for a net decreaseincrease of $1,182,536.$262,008.  During the year ended December 31, 2018,2019, promissory notes to related parties, net of unamortized discounts, increased by $803,303, accrued compensation decreased by $1,310,100,$510,989, and accrued compensation increasedreimbursable expenses/cash advances decreased by $127,564.$306.  All outstanding related party promissory notes bear interest at a rate of 5 to 7 percent per annum, are due and payable between one (1) year of written demand and by December 31, 2023,2024, or upon certain equity funding, and are convertible into the Company’s Common Stock at a price of between $0.05 and $0.25 per share.share, or the 20-day average trading price.

The Company’s principal sources of funds have been from sales of the Company’s Common Stock and loans from related parties.

Future Financings

The Company has suffered recurring losses from operations. The continuation of the Company’s operations is dependent upon the Company’s attaining and maintaining profitable operations and raising additional capital as needed. The Company anticipates that it will have to raise additional funds through private placements of the Company’s equity securities and/or debt financing to complete its business plan.

The Company will require additional financing in the amount of approximately $5,000,000 in order to enable the Company to proceed with the Company’s plan of operations, as discussed above, including an estimated $2,000,000 over the next 12 months, to pay for the Company’s current and ongoing expenses and product development. These cash requirements include working capital, selling, general and administrative expenses, expansion of the Company’s product line, and the pursuit of acquisitions. These cash requirements are in excess of the Company’s current cash and working capital resources. Accordingly, the Company will require additional financing in order to continue operations and to repay the Company’s liabilities. There is no assurance that any party will advance additional funds to the Company in order to enable the Company to sustain its plan of operations or to repay the Company’s liabilities. There is no assurance that the financing will be completed as planned or at all. If the Company is unable to secure adequate capital to continue the Company’s planned operations, the Company’s shareholders may lose some or all of their investment and the Company’s business may fail.

The Company anticipates continuing to rely on equity sales of the Company’s Common Stock to fund the Company’s business operations and product development. Issuances of additional shares will result in dilution to the Company’s existing stockholders. There is no assurance that the Company will achieve any additional sales of its equity securities or arrange for debt or other financing to fund the Company’s planned business activities.

Personnel

The majority of personnel working with the Company are engaged as consultants under consulting agreements.

As of December 31, 2018,2019, the Company engaged six (6) individuals, inclusive of two (2) and executive officers and directors.  All personnel were full-time.

As of the date of filing of this Annual Report, the Company engages five (5) individuals, inclusive of three (3) executive officers and directors. All five (5) personnel are full-time. In addition, the Company’s security operations, Enigma-Bulwark Security, Inc., maintains a staff of approximately forty-five (45) employees, of which thirty-five (35) are full-time and ten (10) are part-time.

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Contractual Obligations

The Company is a smaller reporting company as defined by Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is not required to provide the information under this item.

Going Concern

The Company has incurred losses since inception resulting in a current year net loss of $1,724,096, an accumulated deficit of $17,418,034,$19,140,924, and a working capital deficit of $3,889,597,$3,817,902, and further losses are anticipated in the development of its business. The Company’s ability to continue as a going concern is dependent upon its ability to generate profitable operations in the future and/or to obtain the necessary financing to meet its obligations and repay its liabilities arising from normal business operations when they come due, which may not be available at commercially reasonable terms  There can be no assurance that the Company will be able to continue to raise funds, in which case the Company may be unable to meet its obligations and the Company may cease operations. These factors, among others, raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern.

The consolidated audited financial statements included with this Annual Report have been prepared on the going concern basis which assumes that adequate sources of financing will be obtained as required and that the Company’s assets will be realized and liabilities settled in the ordinary course of business. Accordingly, the consolidated audited financial statements do not include any adjustments related to the recoverability of assets and classification of assets and liabilities that might be necessary should the Company be unable to continue as a going concern.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

The Company has no off-balance sheet arrangements that have or are reasonably likely to have a current or future effect on the Company’s financial condition, changes in financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditures or capital resources that is material to stockholders.

Critical Accounting Policies

The discussion and analysis of the Company’s financial condition and results of operations are based upon the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with the accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Preparing consolidated financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenses. These estimates and assumptions are affected by management’s application of accounting policies. The Company believes that understanding the basis and nature of the estimates and assumptions involved with the following aspects of the Company’s consolidated financial statements is critical to an understanding of its consolidated financial statements.  The following should be read in conjunction with Note 2 to the Company’s consolidated financial statements, “Summary of Significant Accounting Policies”:

Impairment reviews

Management is required to perform tests annually, or more often if necessary, for impairment of its finite lived and indefinite lived assets, to determine if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable.

Impairment testing is an area involving management judgement, requiring assessment as to whether the carrying value of assets can be supported by the net present value of future cash flows derived from such assets using cash flow projections which have been discounted at an appropriate rate. In calculating the net present value of the future cash flows, certain assumptions are required to be made in respect of highly uncertain matters, including management’s expectations of:

·growth in EBITDA, calculated as adjusted operating profit before depreciation and amortization; 

·long term growth rates; and 

·the selection of discount rates to reflect the risks involved. 

The Company may prepare financial projections to use as the basis for its impairment reviews. Changing the assumptions selected by management, in particular the discount rate and growth rate assumptions used in the projections, could significantly affect the Company’s impairment evaluation and, hence, results.

The Company’s review for impairment may also include the evaluation of key assumptions related to sensitivity in the projections, including estimates for varying levels of growth, such as aggressive, median, and conservative. In the Company’s evaluation for impairment, the conservative level of growth would be utilized. For additional information, see Impairment of Long-Lived Assets under Note 2, Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements contained within this Annual Report.

The Company is a smaller reporting company as defined by Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is not required to provide the information under this item.

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The Company’s consolidated audited financial statements are stated in United States dollars (US$) and are prepared in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.  The following consolidated audited financial statements are filed as part of this Annual Report:

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

To the Board of Directors and
Stockholders of Enigma-Bulwark, Ltd.

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying balance sheets of Enigma-Bulwark, Ltd. (the Company) as of December 31, 20182019 and 2017,2018, and the related statements of operations, stockholders’ deficit, and cash flows for each of the two years ended in the period ended December 31, 2018,2019, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the financial statements). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 20182019 and 2017,2018, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the years ended December 31, 20182019 and 2017,2018, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Explanatory Paragraph – Going Concern

The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company has had previousa net lossesloss of $1,724,096 for the year ended December 31, 2019, an accumulated deficit of $17,418,034,$19,140,924, and a working capital deficit of $3,889,597$3,817,902, as of December 31, 20182019 and further losses are anticipated. These factors raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s plans in regard to these matters are described in Note 1. The consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

Critical Audit Matters

The critical audit matters communicated below are matters arising from the current period audit of the financial statements that were communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relate to accounts or disclosures that are material to the financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of critical audit matters does not alter in any way our opinion on the financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matters below, providing separate opinions on the critical audit matters or on the accounts or disclosures to which they relate.

No critical matters were identified during the audit

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ENIGMA-BULWARK, LTD.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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ENIGMA-BULWARK, LTD.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS