UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM
6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the month of, July 2024
Commission File Number 001-40848
GUARDFORCE
AI CO., LIMITED
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)
10 Anson Road, #28-01 International Plaza
Singapore 079903
(Address of principal executive offices)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual
reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F: Form 20-F ☒ Form 40-F ☐
On July 17, 2024, Guardforce
AI Co., Limited (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing that its wholly owned subsidiary in Mainland China, Beijing
Wanjia Security System Limited (“Beijing Wanjia”), has significantly expanded its contracts with two renowned retail clients,
each of whom has worked with Beijing Wanjia for over 10 years. The Company is also proud to announce that it now serves nearly 20,000
retail stores in the Asia Pacific region. A copy of that press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.
This report on Form 6-K
is incorporated by reference into (i) the prospectus contained in the Company’s registration statement on Form F-3 (SEC
File No. 333-261881) declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Commission”) on January 5, 2022; (ii)
the prospectus dated February 9, 2022 contained in the Company’s registration statement on Form F-3 (SEC File No. 333-262441)
declared effective by the Commission on February 9, 2022; and (iii) the prospectus contained in the Company’s Post-Effective Amendment
No. 1 to Form F-1 on Form F-3 (SEC File No. 333-258054) declared effective by the Commission on June 14, 2022.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
| Date: July 23, 2024 |
Guardforce AI Co., Limited |
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Lei Wang |
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Exhibit 99.1
Guardforce AI Expands Contracts with Two Major
Retail Customers
Increases business footprint to nearly 20,000
retail stores across Asia Pacific
New services include smart retail solutions
to enhance store efficiency
New York, NY/ July 17, 2024 / Guardforce AI
Co., Limited (“Guardforce AI” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: GFAI, GFAIW), an integrated security, AI and Robot-as-a-Service
(RaaS) provider, today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary in Mainland China, Beijing Wanjia Security System Limited (“Beijing
Wanjia”), has significantly expanded its contracts with two renowned retail clients, each having worked with Beijing Wanjia for over
10 years. Guardforce AI is also proud to announce it now serves nearly 20,000 retail stores in the Asia Pacific region.
Both contracts will expand Beijing Wanjia’s business footprint
across the retail landscape. The first client, a flagship health and beauty brand, has added security alarm system services for all its
approximately 3,900 stores nationwide in China. This increases Beijing Wanjia’s total security alarm system operations to over 12,000
stores across Mainland China, a 50% increase from the end of 2023.
Additionally, the second client, a well-known international coffeehouse
chain, has extended security alarm system services to all its stores for two years and agreed to the installation of security alarm systems
for nearly 1,000 of its stores nationwide over the next two years.
Leveraging its extensive experience in security system management for
retail clients, Beijing Wanjia has gradually broadened its business offering to include customized smart retail solutions, especially
with the implementation of AI and data analysis. By analyzing customer flow, demographics, customer behavior, employee behavior, and POS
machine transactions, the smart retail analysis mode has proven to significantly improve the efficiency of loss prevention efforts for
retail client.
“Our longstanding client relationships and
ability to expand service offerings validate our competitiveness and the trust our clients place in us,” said Lei (Olivia) Wang,
Chairwoman and Chief Executive Officer of Guardforce AI, “Currently, Beijing Wanjia manages over 120,000 video security channels
nationwide, showcasing our robust capabilities in software development and operations. Additionally, outside of Mainland China, we provide
services to approximately 7,000 retail stores in Thailand, which are also potential customers for our smart retail solutions. Furthermore,
we are committed to further enhancing our retail offerings by integrating robotics & AI, aligning seamlessly with our continuous development
strategy.”
About Beijing Wanjia Security System Limited
Established in 1996, Beijing Wanjia Security System Limited is a retail-focused
solution provider. Its main services include smart retail solutions, CCTV and security alarm operation, security engineering and maintenance.
In recent years, Beijing Wanjia has advanced its smart retail solutions by integrating advanced technology in data cleaning and model
building. This has enabled it to provide comprehensive data analysis and advice aimed at improving retail store operational efficiency,
enhancing loss prevention systems, streamlining customer service, and bolstering overall store security. Currently, Beijing Wanjia service
network spans over 600 cities in China, serving a diverse and esteemed client base. The company is expanding its business focus to become
a leading smart retail solution provider, augmenting its capabilities with increased AI implementations and advanced data analysis features.
About Guardforce AI Co., Ltd.
Guardforce AI Co., Limited (NASDAQ: GFAI/GFAIW) is a global integrated
solution provider, focusing on security solutions (since 1982) and AI & robotic solutions (since 2020). Drawing upon its extensive
experience in the security industry, spanning over 41 years, along with an established premiere long-term customer base, and robust sales
channels, Guardforce AI has embarked on a transformative journey towards becoming a total AI solution provider. While firmly rooted in
the Asia Pacific region, Guardforce AI also expanded its global presence in the U.S. For more information, visit www.guardforceai.com
Twitter: @Guardforceai
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and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of our control, including the risks described
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Actual results and financial condition may differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should
not rely on any of these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this press release speak only as of the date hereof.
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of new information, future events or otherwise.
Investor Relations:
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Crescendo Communications, LLC
Email: gfai@crescendo-ir.com
Tel: 212-671-1020
Guardforce AI Corporate Communications
Hu Yu
Email: yu.hu@guardforceai.com
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