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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2018
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

 

The Company considers all highly liquid investments with original maturities of six months or less to be cash equivalents. At June 30, 2018 and 2017, the Company had no cash equivalents.

FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

 

The Company’s financial instruments consist of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, account payable, accrued expenses, contingent consideration arrangement, shortfall provision payable and notes payable. The carrying amount of these financial instruments approximates fair value due to length of maturity of these instruments.

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS

 

The Company enters into financing arrangements that consist of freestanding derivative instruments or hybrid instruments that contain embedded derivative features. The Company accounts for these arrangements in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification topic 815, Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities (“ASC 815”) as well as related interpretations of this standard. In accordance with this standard, derivative instruments are recognized as either assets or liabilities in the balance sheet and are measured at fair values with gains or losses recognized in earnings. Embedded derivatives that are not clearly and closely related to the host contract are bifurcated and are recognized at fair value with changes in fair value recognized as either a gain or loss in earnings. The Company determines the fair value of derivative instruments and hybrid instruments based on available market data using appropriate valuation models, considering of the rights and obligations of each instrument.

 

The Company estimates fair values of derivative financial instruments using various techniques (and combinations thereof) that are considered consistent with the objective measuring fair values. In selecting the appropriate technique, the Company considers, among other factors, the nature of the instrument, the market risks that it embodies and the expected means of settlement. The Company uses a Monte Carlo simulation put option Black-Scholes-Merton model. For less complex derivative instruments, such as freestanding warrants, the Company generally use the Black-Scholes model, adjusted for the effect of dilution, because it embodies all of the requisite assumptions (including trading volatility, estimated terms, dilution and risk free rates) necessary to fair value these instruments. Estimating fair values of derivative financial instruments requires the development of significant and subjective estimates that may, and are likely to, change over the duration of the instrument with related changes in internal and external market factors. In addition, option-based techniques (such as Black-Scholes model) are highly volatile and sensitive to changes in the trading market price of our common stock. Since derivative financial instruments are initially and subsequently carried at fair values, our income (expense) going forward will reflect the volatility in these estimates and assumption changes. Under the terms of this accounting standard, increases in the trading price of the Company’s common stock and increases in fair value during a given financial quarter result in the application of non-cash derivative loss. Conversely, decreases in the trading price of the Company’s common stock and decreases in trading fair value during a given year result in the application of non-cash derivative gain.

 

See Notes 6, Notes Payable and Convertible Notes, Note 8, Shareholders’ Equity and Note 9, Fair Value Measurement for a description and valuation of the Company’s derivative instruments.

IMPAIRMENT OF LONG-LIVED ASSETS

IMPAIRMENT OF LONG-LIVED ASSETS

 

The Company assesses the valuation of components of its property and equipment and other long-lived assets whenever events or circumstances dictate that the carrying value might not be recoverable. The Company bases its evaluation on indicators such as the nature of the assets, the future economic benefit of the assets, any historical or future profitability measurements and other external market conditions or factors that may be present. If such factors indicate that the carrying amount of an asset or asset group may not be recoverable, the Company determines whether an impairment has occurred by analyzing an estimate of undiscounted future cash flows at the lowest level for which identifiable cash flows exist. If the estimate of undiscounted cash flows during the estimated useful life of the asset is less than the carrying value of the asset, the Company recognizes a loss for the difference between the carrying value of the asset and its estimated fair value, generally measured by the present value of the estimated cash flows. No impairments were noted during the six months ended June 30, 2018 and 2017.

INCOME TAXES

INCOME TAXES

 

The Company accounts for income taxes pursuant to the provisions of ASC 740, “Accounting for Income Taxes,” which requires, among other things, an asset and liability approach to calculating deferred income taxes. The asset and liability approach requires the recognition of deferred tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences of temporary differences between the carrying amounts and the tax bases of assets and liabilities. A valuation allowance is provided to offset any net deferred tax assets for which management believes it is more likely than not that the net deferred asset will not be realized. The Company has deferred tax liabilities related to its intangible assets, which were approximately $158,000 as of June 30, 2018.

 

The Company follows the provisions of the ASC 740 related to, Accounting for Uncertain Income Tax Positions. When tax returns are filed, it is highly certain that some positions taken would be sustained upon examination by the taxing authorities, while others are subject to uncertainty about the merits of the position taken or the amount of the position that would be ultimately sustained. In accordance with the guidance of ASC 740, the benefit of a tax position is recognized in the financial statements in the period during which, based on all available evidence, management believes it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained upon examination, including the resolution of appeals or litigation processes, if any. Tax positions taken are not offset or aggregated with other positions.

 

Tax positions that meet the more-likely-than-not recognition threshold are measured as the largest amount of tax benefit that is more than 50 percent likely of being realized upon settlement with the applicable taxing authority. The portion of the benefits associated with tax positions taken that exceeds the amount measured as described above should be reflected as a liability for uncertain tax benefits in the accompanying balance sheet along with any associated interest and penalties that would be payable to the taxing authorities upon examination. The Company believes its tax positions are all highly certain of being upheld upon examination. As such, the Company has not recorded a liability for uncertain tax benefits.

 

The Company analyzes its tax positions by utilizing ASC 740 Definition of Settlement, which provides guidance on how an entity should determine whether a tax position is effectively settled for the purpose of recognizing previously unrecognized tax benefits and provides that a tax position can be effectively settled upon the completion of an examination by a taxing authority without being legally extinguished. For tax positions considered effectively settled, an entity would recognize the full amount of tax benefit, even if the tax position is not considered more likely than not to be sustained based solely on the basis of its technical merits and the statute of limitations remains open.

USE OF ESTIMATES

USE OF ESTIMATES

 

Management estimates and judgments are an integral part of consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP. We believe that the critical accounting policies described in this section address the more significant estimates required of management when preparing our consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

 

We consider an accounting estimate critical if changes in the estimate may have a material impact on our financial condition or results of operations. We believe that the accounting estimates employed are appropriate and resulting balances are reasonable; however, actual results could differ from the original estimates, requiring adjustment to these balances in future periods.

SEGMENT INFORMATION

SEGMENT INFORMATION

 

We determined our reporting units in accordance with FASB ASC 280, “Segment Reporting” (“ASC 280”). We evaluate a reporting unit by first identifying its operating segments under ASC 280. We then evaluate each operating segment to determine if it includes one or more components that constitute a business. If there are components within an operating segment that meet the definition of a business, we evaluate those components to determine if they must be aggregated into one or more reporting units. If applicable, when determining if it is appropriate to aggregate different operating segments, we determine if the segments are economically similar and, if so, the operating segments are aggregated.

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE

 

Accounts receivable are uncollateralized, non-interest-bearing customer obligations due under normal trade terms requiring payment within 30 days from the invoice date. Accounts receivable are stated at the amount billed to the customer. Accounts receivable in excess of 90 days old are evaluated for delinquency. Accounts receivable are recorded at management’s estimate of net realizable value. At June 30, 2018, and December 31, 2017 the Company had approximately $395,000 and $860,000 of trade receivables, net, respectively.

 

Our reported balance of accounts receivable, net of the allowance for doubtful accounts, represents our estimate of the amount that ultimately will be realized in cash. We review the adequacy and adjust our allowance for doubtful accounts on an ongoing basis, using historical payment trends and the age of the receivables and knowledge of our individual customers. Payments of accounts receivable are allocated to the specific invoices identified on the customer’s remittance advice or, if unspecified, are applied to the oldest unpaid invoices. However, if the financial condition of our customers were to deteriorate, additional allowances may be required. At June 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017 the Company had approximately $717,000 and $0 recorded for the allowance for doubtful accounts, respectively.

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT

 

Property and equipment are recorded at its historical cost. The cost of property and equipment is depreciated over the estimated useful lives (ranging from 3 -39 years) of the related assets utilizing the straight-line method of depreciation. The cost of leasehold improvements is depreciated (amortized) over the lesser of the length of the related leases or the estimated useful lives of the assets. Ordinary repairs and maintenance are expensed when incurred and major repairs will be capitalized and expensed if it benefits future periods. Gains and losses on depreciable assets retired or sold are recognized in the statement of operations in the year of disposal, and repair and maintenance expenditures are expensed as incurred.

INTANGIBLE ASSETS

INTANGIBLE ASSETS

 

The Company accounts for its intangible assets pursuant to ASC 350-20-55-24, “Intangibles – Goodwill and Other”. Under ASC 350, intangibles with definite lives continue to be amortized on a straight-line basis over the lesser of their estimated useful lives or contractual terms. Intangibles with indefinite lives are evaluated at least annually for impairment by comparing the asset’s estimated fair value with its carrying value, based on cash flow methodology. Intangibles with definite lives are subject to impairment testing in the event of certain indicators. Impairment in the carrying value of an asset is recognized whenever anticipated future cash flows (undiscounted) from an asset are estimated to be less than its carrying value. The amount of the impairment recognized is the difference between the carrying value of the asset and its fair value.

 

Intangible assets that are subject to amortization are reviewed for potential impairment whenever events or circumstances indicate that carrying amounts may not be recoverable. Assets not subject to amortization are tested for impairment at least annually. The Company has intangible assets subject to amortization related to its asset purchase of Advanced Lignin Biocomposite Patents and the acquisition of WelNess Benefits, LLC and Integrity Labs, LLC. In June of 2017, the Company recorded $221,146 of impairment expense on the MSTI capitalized software.

VALUATION OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

VALUATION OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

 

Actual results may differ from previously estimated amounts, and such differences may be material to our financial statements. The Company periodically review estimates and assumptions, and the effects of revisions are reflected in the period in which the revision is made. The revisions to estimates or assumptions during the periods presented in the accompanying financial statements were not considered to be significant.  

EQUITY INVESTMENTS

EQUITY INVESTMENTS

 

Equity investments in which the Company exercises significant influence but does not control and is not the primary beneficiary are accounted for using the equity method. The Company’s share of its equity method investee’s earnings or losses is included in other income in the accompanying Statements of Operations.

GOODWILL

GOODWILL

 

Goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of net tangible and identifiable intangible assets acquired. In accordance with Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 350, “Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets”, goodwill is not amortized, but rather is tested for impairment at least annually or more frequently if indicators of impairment are present. The Company performs its annual goodwill impairment analysis as of November 30, and, if certain events or circumstances indicate that an impairment loss may have been incurred, on an interim basis. The Company adopted ASU 2017-04, “Intangibles - Goodwill and Other: Topic 350: Simplifying the Test for Goodwill Impairment”, which eliminated step two from the goodwill impairment test. In assessing impairment on goodwill, the Company first analyzes qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount as a basis for determining whether it is necessary to perform the quantitative goodwill impairment test. The qualitative factors the Company assesses include long-term prospects of its performance, share price trends and market capitalization and Company-specific events. If the Company concludes it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit exceeds its carrying amount, the Company does not need to perform the quantitative impairment test. If based on that assessment, the Company believes it is more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying value or the Company decides to opt out of this step, a quantitative goodwill impairment test will be performed by comparing the fair value of each reporting unit to its carrying value. A goodwill impairment charge is recognized for the amount by which the reporting unit’s fair value is less than its carrying value. Any loss recognized should not exceed the total amount of goodwill allocated to that reporting unit. As a result of our November 30, 2017 impairment test, the Company recognized a $6.0 million impairment related to our then Midatlantic waste removal business, which is included in loss from discontinued operations on the consolidated statement of operations. Goodwill was reduced by approximately $7,230,000 as a result of the sale of the waste companies. No impairment was recorded for the quarter ended June 30, 2018.

REVENUE RECOGNITION

REVENUE RECOGNITION

 

The Company adopted Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") ASC Topic 606 ("ASC 606"), Revenue from Contracts with Customers and its amendments with a date of the initial application of January 1, 2018. ASC Topic 606 sets forth a five-step model for determining when and how revenue is recognized. Under the model, an entity is required to recognize revenue to depict the transfer of goods or services to a customer at an amount reflecting the consideration it expects to receive in exchange for those goods and services.

 

The Company applied the modified retrospective approach under ASC 606 which allows for the cumulative effect of adopting the new guidance on the date of initial application. Use of the modified retrospective approach means the Company's comparative periods prior to initial application are not restated. The initial application was applied to all contracts at the date of the initial application. The Company has determined that the adjustments using the modified retrospective approach did not have a material impact on the date of the initial application along with the disclosure of the effect on prior periods.

 

Revenue from continuing operations consisted of referral and management related lab testing fees of $758,000 and management fees related to the management of laboratory services of $99,000.

 

In relation to the lab testing fees, the Company receives revenues from the referral of blood and toxicology testing services. As compensation for the referral and management services rendered hereunder, the Company gets paid a percentage of the net collected revenue of the hospital outreach laboratory as it pertains to samples processed as part of its outpatient outreach program. The amount of revenue varies based off the sample type. Our earned fees are paid weekly based upon all the net collected revenue received by the hospital during the period following the previous payment date. The Company recognizes revenue when the performance obligation when the testing has occurred as that completes our performance obligation. There are no variable consideration estimates, service type warranties or other significant management estimates related to our recognition of this revenue.

 

In relation to our management service agreement revenue, the Company manages a hospital’s laboratory and serves as the sole and exclusive provider of non-patient lab administrative and management consulting services including the day-to-day management assistance, administrative and support services for, and on behalf of the laboratory related to the operation of its facility. In this arrangement, the management fee is a fixed monthly amount that does not vary with the number of procedures performed. This service is governed by a management service agreement and our performance obligation is the performance of the management services. There are no variable revenue components and revenue is recognized ratably over the month as the services are performed. The Company does not offer any service type warranties and there are no other significant management estimates related to our recognition of this revenue.

 

The Company recognizes revenue related to the JVCo when persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists, delivery has occurred, or services have been rendered, the price is fixed or determinable, and collection is reasonably assured. The Company recognizes revenue from management fees payable under the JVCo operating and management agreements upon receipt of payment. The Company anticipates generating revenue in the future from third parties in addition to management fees, resulting in revenue from technology royalties and related services and products. If they occur in the future, licensing royalties will be recognized as earned by calculating the royalty as a percentage of gross sales by licensees. For the purposes of assessing royalties, the licensee’s sales will be deemed to occur when shipped, which is when four basic criteria have been met: (i) persuasive evidence of a customer arrangement; (ii) the price is fixed or determinable; (iii) collectability is reasonably assured, and (iv) product delivery has occurred, which is generally upon shipment to the buyer of the products produced with the licensed technology. To the extent revenues are generated from the Company’s licensing support services in the future, the Company will recognize such revenues when the services are completed and billed. Any such services will be provided on fixed price contracts. Revenue from any such contracts will be recognized on a pro rata basis over the life of the contract as they are generally performed evenly over the contract period. The Company additionally anticipates performing services under fixed-price contracts involving design, engineering, procurement, installation, and start-up of production systems based on the Company’s technologies. Revenues and fees on these contracts will be recognized using the percentage-of-completion method of accounting. Our percentage-of-completion methods may further include the efforts-expended percentage-of-completion method and the cost-to-cost method. The efforts-expended method utilizes using measures such as task duration and completion. The efforts-expended approach is used in situations where it is more representative of progress on a contract than the cost-to-cost or the labor-hours method. The Company will use the cost-to-cost method to determine the percentage of completion of a project based on the actual costs incurred. Earnings will be recognized periodically based upon our estimate of contract revenues and costs in providing the services required under the contract. The percentage of completion method must be used in lieu of the completed contract method when all of the following are present: reasonably reliable estimates can be made of revenue and costs; the construction contract specifies the parties’ rights as to the goods, consideration to be paid and received, and the resulting terms of payment or settlement; the contract purchaser has the ability and expectation to perform all contractual duties; and the contract contractor has the same ability and expectation to perform. Under the completed contract method income will be recognized only when a contract is completed or substantially completed. The asset, “costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts,” in such instances will represent revenues recognized in excess of amounts billed. Likewise, the liability, “billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on uncompleted contracts,” will represent billings in excess of revenues recognized.

 

Revenue related to our discontinued operations consists of solid waste services performed including the collection, hauling, transfer, disposal of waste and landfill services. The Company primarily focused on residential and commercial waste disposal and hauling and has contracts with various cities and municipalities in Missouri and Virginia. Our performance obligations under these contracts tend to be singular in nature such as period pick-ups at specified times or the physical storing of waste. Our pricing is fixed and contractually stated with any variable revenue components such as discounts and rebates being immaterial to revenue as a whole. Revenue is recognized as the service is performed which for periodic pick up is ratably over the pick-up period and for transfer and disposal services it is when such transfer and disposal has taken place.

BASIC INCOME (LOSS) PER SHARE

BASIC INCOME (LOSS) PER SHARE

 

Basic income (loss) per share is calculated by dividing the Company’s net loss applicable to common shareholders by the weighted average number of common shares during the period. Diluted earnings per share is calculated by dividing the Company’s net income (loss) available to common shareholders by the diluted weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year. The diluted weighted average number of shares outstanding is the basic weighted number of shares adjusted for any potentially dilutive debt or equity.

 

At June 30, 2018, the Company had outstanding stock warrants and options for 23,578,208 and 11,472 common shares, respectively. Also, at June 30, 2018 the Company had outstanding Preferred Stock Series D, E, F and G convertible in to 2,166,910, 3,262,015, 5,065,240 and 40,520,000 shares, respectively. These are not presented in the consolidated statements of operations as the effect of these shares is anti-dilutive. 

 

At December 31, 2017 the Company had outstanding stock warrants and options for 13,154,872 and 11,472 common shares, respectively. Also, at December 31, 2017 the Company had outstanding Preferred Stock Series D and E convertible in to 1,410,000 and 3,000,000 shares, respectively. These are not presented in the consolidated statements of operations as the effect of these shares is anti dilutive.

STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION

STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION

 

Stock-based compensation is accounted for at fair value in accordance with ASC Topic 718.

 

Stock-based compensation is accounted for based on the requirements of the Share-Based Payment Topic of ASC 718 which requires recognition in the consolidated financial statements of the cost of employee and director services received in exchange for an award of equity instruments over the period the employee or director is required to perform the services in exchange for the award (presumptively, the vesting period). The ASC also require measurement of the cost of employee and director services received in exchange for an award based on the grant-date fair value of the award.

 

Pursuant to ASC Topic 505-50, for share based payments to consultants and other third-parties, compensation expense is determined at the “measurement date.” The expense is recognized over the service period of the award. Until the measurement date is reached, the total amount of compensation expense remains uncertain. The Company initially records compensation expense based on the fair value of the award at the reporting date.

 

The Company recorded stock-based compensation expense of approximately $203,000 and $70,000 during the six months ended June 30, 2018 and 2017, respectively, which is included in compensation, professional fees and related expense on the statement of operations.

ACCOUNTING FOR ACQUISITIONS

ACCOUNTING FOR ACQUISITIONS

 

Effective May 25, 2018, the Company, Attis’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Innovations, GreenShift Corporation (“GreenShift”), and GreenShift’s wholly-owned subsidiary, GS CleanTech Corporation (“CleanTech”), among others, entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement (“JVCo Acquisition Transaction”) and related transaction documents pursuant to which the Company acquired 80% of the membership interest units (“80% Units”) of FLUX Carbon LLC (“JVCo”). Under the acquisition method of accounting outlined in ASC 805, the identifiable assets acquired, and liabilities assumed in the JVCo Acquisition Transaction are recorded at their acquisition date fair values and are included in the Company’s consolidated financial position.

RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS

RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS

 

Derivatives and Hedging. In August 2017, the FASB issued ASU 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815): Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities (ASU 2017-12), which amends and simplifies existing guidance in order to allow companies to more accurately present the economic effects of risk management activities in the financial statements. ASU 2017-12 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018, including interim periods therein with early adoption permitted. The Company will adopt this guidance in the first quarter of 2019 and does not expect a significant impact on its consolidated financial statements.

 

Stock Compensation. In May 2017, the FASB issued ASU 2017-09, Compensation-Stock Compensation (Topic 718): Scope of Modification Accounting (ASU 2017-09) to provide clarity and reduce both the (1) diversity in practice and (2) cost and complexity when changing the terms or conditions of share-based payment awards. Under ASU 2017-09, modification accounting is required to be applied unless all of the following are the same immediately before and after the change:

 

  1. The award’s fair value (or calculated value or intrinsic value, if those measurement methods are used);

 

  2. The award’s vesting conditions; and

 

  3. The award’s classification as an equity or liability instrument.

 

The Company adopted this guidance in the first quarter of 2018 and it did not have a significant impact an impact on the financial statements.

  

Statement of Cash Flows. In August 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments (ASU 2016-15), which is intended to reduce the existing diversity in practice in how certain cash receipts and cash payments are classified in the statement of cash flows. In November 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-18, Statement of Cash Flows, Restricted Cash (Topic 230) (ASU 2016-18), which requires the inclusion of restricted cash with cash and cash equivalents when reconciling the beginning-of-period and end-of-period total amounts shown on the statement of cash flows. ASU 2016-15 and ASU 2016-18 are both effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2017, including interim periods within those fiscal years, provided that all of the amendments are adopted in the same period. The amendments will be applied using a retrospective transition method to each period presented. The Company adopted these guidances in the first quarter of 2018 and it did not have a significant impact on its financial statements.

 

Financial Instruments. In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-13, Financial Instruments—Credit Losses (Topic 326), Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments (ASU 2016-13). The standard changes the methodology for measuring credit losses on financial instruments and the timing of when such losses are recorded. ASU 2016-13 is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2019. Early adoption is permitted for fiscal years, and interim periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The Company will adopt this guidance in the first quarter of 2020 and is currently evaluating the impact of this new standard on its consolidated financial statements.

 

Leases. In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Leases (ASU 2016-02), which increases transparency and comparability among organizations by recognizing lease assets and lease liabilities on the balance sheet and disclosing key information about leasing arrangements. ASU 2016-02 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018, including interim periods within those fiscal years, with early adoption permitted. Upon adoption, lessees must apply a modified retrospective transition approach for leases existing at, or entered into after, the beginning of the earliest comparative period presented in the financial statements. The Company will adopt this guidance in the first quarter of 2019 and is currently evaluating the impact of this new standard on its consolidated financial statements.

 

Financial Instruments. In January 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-01, Financial Instruments—Overall: Recognition and Measurement of Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities (ASU 2016-01), which requires that most equity investments be measured at fair value, with subsequent changes in fair value recognized in net income. The ASU also impacts financial liabilities under the fair value option and the presentation and disclosure requirements for financial instruments. In addition, the FASB clarified guidance related to the valuation allowance assessment when recognizing deferred tax assets resulting from unrealized losses on available-for-sale debt securities. Entities will have to assess the realizability of such deferred tax assets in combination with the entities other deferred tax assets. ASU 2016-01 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2017 and for interim periods within that reporting period. In the first quarter of 2018, the Company will elect to adopt the measurement alternative, which will apply this ASU prospectively, for its equity investments that do not have readily determinable fair values. The Company adopted this guidance in the first quarter of 2018 and it did not have a significant impact on its consolidated financial statements.

 

Revenue Recognition. In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU 2014-09 “Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606)”. The objective of this amendment is to establish a single comprehensive model for entities to use in accounting for revenue arising from contracts with customers and will supersede most of the existing revenue recognition guidance, including industry-specific guidance. The core principle is that a company should recognize revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. In applying this amendment, companies will perform a five-step analysis of transactions to determine when and how revenue is recognized. This amendment applies to all contracts with customers except those that are within the scope of other topics in the FASB ASC. An entity should apply the amendments using either the full retrospective approach or retrospectively with a cumulative effect of initially applying the amendments recognized at the date of initial application. In July 2015, the FASB issued ASU 2015-14 which deferred May 25, 2018 of ASU 2014-09 by one year to annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2017, including interim periods within that reporting period. The Company has not yet selected which transition method it will apply upon adoption. Historically, the Company has not generated any revenue. The Company will continue to evaluate and will quantify the impact, if any, the adoption of ASU 2014-09 will have on our revenue streams when they occur. When our evaluations do occur, The Company does not expect material changes to its accounting policies.