8-K

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

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FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

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Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported):  January 13, 2021

DPW HOLDINGS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware	001-12711	94-1721931
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)	(Commission File Number)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

11411 Southern Highlands Parkway, Suite 240, Las Vegas, NV 89141

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(949) 444-5464

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.001 par value	DPW	NYSE American

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company o

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

ITEM 7.01 REGULATION FD DISCLOSURE

On January 13, 2021, DPW Holdings, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), issued a press release announcing that its fintech lender, Digital Power Lending, LLC (“DPL”), a California Finance Lender (License No. 60 DBO-77905) and wholly-owned subsidiary of Ault Alliance, Inc. (“AAI”), is prepared to begin originating loans collateralized by both bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) cryptocurrencies. The Company anticipates the new collateral program to begin on or about March 10, 2021.

A copy of the press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated by reference herein.

In accordance with General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, the information under this item, Exhibit 99.1 shall not be deemed filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall such information be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing. This report will not be deemed an admission as to the materiality of any information required to be disclosed solely to satisfy the requirements of Regulation FD.

The Securities and Exchange Commission encourages registrants to disclose forward-looking information so that investors can better understand the future prospects of a registrant and make informed investment decisions. This Current Report on Form 8-K and exhibits may contain these types of statements, which are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, and which involve risks, uncertainties and reflect the Registrant’s judgment as of the date of this Current Report on Form 8-K. Forward-looking statements may relate to, among other things, operating results and are indicated by words or phrases such as “expects,” “should,” “will,” and similar words or phrases. These statements are subject to inherent uncertainties and risks that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated at the date of this Current Report on Form 8-K. Investors are cautioned not to rely unduly on forward-looking statements when evaluating the information presented within.

Where You Can Find Additional Information

Investors and security holders will be able to obtain documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission free of charge at the Commission’s website, www.sec.gov.  Security holders may also read and copy any reports, statements and other information filed by the Company with the Commission, at the SEC public reference room at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington D.C. 20549.  Please call the Commission at 1-800-SEC-0330 or visit the Commission’s website for further information on its public reference room.

ITEM 9.01 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d) Exhibits:

Exhibit No.	Description
99.1	Press Release issued on January 13, 2021.

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SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	DPW HOLDINGS, INC.
Dated: January 13, 2021	/s/ Henry Nisser
	Henry Nisser Executive Vice President and General Counsel

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EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1

   

DPW Holdings’ Digital Power Lending to Provide Business Loans Collateralized by Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH)

DPW Holdings Anticipates New Lending Program to Begin in March 2021

Las Vegas, NV, January 13, 2021 – DPW Holdings, Inc. (NYSE American: DPW) a diversified holding company (“DPW,” or the “Company”) announced today that its fintech lender, Digital Power Lending, LLC (“DPL”), a California Finance Lender (License No. 60 DBO-77905) and wholly-owned subsidiary of Ault Alliance, Inc. (“AAI”), is prepared to begin originating loans collateralized by both bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) cryptocurrencies. The Company anticipates the new collateral program, https://digitalpowerlending.com/commercialapp/, to begin on or about March 10, 2021. All lending activities are subject to federal, state and local laws and restrictions, as applicable to each lending transaction.

The new program is an extension of the lending services established by DPL in 2017 that provide funding to businesses through secured and unsecured commercial loans throughout the United States. DPL provides businesses with operating capital to finance their growth.

Milton “Todd” Ault, III, said, “When DPW launched Digital Power Lending in 2017, we anticipated entering the fintech space and offering innovating lending solutions to growing businesses. Our new cryptocurrency-backed lending program is a natural extension of the Company’s experience with digital currency and the maturation of bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) as institutionally accepted forms of value. We anticipate DPL will contribute to the Company’s goals of topline revenue growth and improved bottom line results.”

For more information on DPW Holdings and its subsidiaries, the Company recommends that stockholders, investors and any other interested parties read the Company’s public filings and press releases available under the Investor Relations section at www.DPWHoldings.com or available at www.sec.gov.

About DPW Holdings, Inc.

DPW Holdings, Inc. is a diversified holding company pursuing growth by acquiring undervalued businesses and disruptive technologies with a global impact. Through its wholly and majority-owned subsidiaries and strategic investments, the Company provides mission-critical products that support a diverse range of industries, including defense/aerospace, industrial, telecommunications, medical, and textiles. In addition, the Company extends credit to select entrepreneurial businesses through a licensed lending subsidiary. DPW’s headquarters are located at 11411 Southern Highlands Parkway, Suite 240, Las Vegas, NV 89141; www.DPWHoldings.com.

About Digital Power Lending

Digital Power Lending, LLC is a California Finance Lender (License No. 60 DBO-77905) that specializes in providing capital financing for small businesses through innovative products and services. DPL is a referral-based business seeking unique opportunities to assist in the growth of dynamic companies with operational experience and market accepted products and services. Digital Power Lending, LLC, a California limited liability company, www.DigitalPowerLending.com is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ault Alliance, Inc.

   

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements generally include statements that are predictive in nature and depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, and include words such as “believes,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “projects,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “strategy,” “future,” “opportunity,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “potential,” or similar expressions. Statements that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on current beliefs and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any of them publicly in light of new information or future events. Actual results could differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement as a result of various factors. More information, including potential risk factors, that could affect the Company’s business and financial results are included in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, the Company’s Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. All filings are available at www.sec.gov and on the Company’s website at www.DPWHoldings.com.

Contacts:

IR@DPWHoldings.com or 1-888-753-2235