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                       SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
                             WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

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                                   FORM 10-K/A

                  FOR ANNUAL AND TRANSITION REPORTS PURSUANT TO
           SECTIONS 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

[X]  ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE
     ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2001

[ ]  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
     EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM _____ TO ____

                         Commission file number 0-28579

                               NOVO NETWORKS, INC.
             (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

           DELAWARE                                               75-2233445
(State or Other Jurisdiction of                               (I.R.S. Employer
 Incorporation or Organization)                              Identification No.)

                         300 CRESCENT COURT, SUITE 1760
                               DALLAS, TEXAS 75201
                    (Address of Principal Executive Offices)

                                  214-777-4100
              (Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

           SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OF THE ACT:
                                      None

           SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(g) OF THE ACT:

                   COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.00002 PER SHARE
                                (Title of Class)


     Indicate by a check mark whether the registrant: (1) has filed all reports
required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the
registrant was required to file such reports, and (2) has been subject to such
filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes [X] No [ ]

     Indicate by a check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to
Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained,
to the best of registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or information
statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any
amendment to this Form 10-K. [ ]

     Aggregate market value of the voting and non-voting common equity held by
non-affiliates of the registrant based on the last reported sale price on July
27, 2001 was $6,543,541.15.

     APPLICABLE ONLY TO REGISTRANTS INVOLVED IN BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDINGS DURING
THE PRECEDING FIVE YEARS:

     Indicate by a check mark whether the registrant has filed all documents and
reports required to be filed by Section 12, 13 or 15(d) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934 subsequent to the distribution of securities under a plan
confirmed by a court. Yes [ ] No [ ]

     As of September 15, 2001, 52,323,701 shares of our common stock, par value
$0.00002 were outstanding.

                       DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

PART III -- Incorporated by reference to our proxy statement to be mailed
            or sent to securities holders on or about November 15, 2001.

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                                TABLE OF CONTENTS

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     PART I

                  ITEM 1.      Business..............................................................   1

                  ITEM 2.      Properties............................................................  16

                  ITEM 3.      Legal Proceedings.....................................................  16

                  ITEM 4.      Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders...................  17

     PART II

                  ITEM 5.      Market for Registrant's Common Equity and Related
                               Stockholder Matters...................................................  18

                  ITEM 6.      Selected Financial Data ..............................................  18

                  ITEM 7.      Management's Discussion And Analysis Of Financial
                               Condition And Results Of Operations...................................  20

                  ITEM 7A.     Quantitative And Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk............  26

                  ITEM 8.      Financial Statements And Supplementary Data...........................  27

                  ITEM 9.      Changes In And Disagreements With Accountants
                               On Accounting And Financial Disclosure................................  27

     PART III

                  ITEM 10.     Directors and Executive Officers of the Registrant....................  27

                  ITEM 11.     Executive Compensation................................................  27

                  ITEM 12.     Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners
                               and Management........................................................  27

                  ITEM 13.     Certain Relationships and Related Transactions........................  27

     PART IV

                  ITEM 14.     Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules, and Reports
                               on Form 8-K...........................................................  28

         SIGNATURES..................................................................................  33

         EXHIBIT INDEX............................................................................... F-1
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                PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995
                        SAFE HARBOR CAUTIONARY STATEMENT

                           FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

     "Forward-looking" statements have been included throughout this document.
These statements describe the attempt of Novo Networks, Inc. to predict future
events. Novo Networks, Inc., through its operating subsidiaries, is a
communication services company currently providing international voice services
over a facilities-based network, which consists of digital switching, routing
and signal management equipment, as well as digital fiber optic cable lines.
References to "Novo Networks," "we," "us" and "our" shall refer to Novo
Networks, Inc., the ultimate parent of these operating subsidiaries and the
registrant under the Securities Act of 1934. We will refer to those subsidiaries
in bankruptcy under Chapter 11 as our debtor subsidiaries throughout this Annual
Report. Our debtor subsidiaries are debtors-in-possession under the Bankruptcy
Code. The words "believe," "anticipate," "expect," and similar expressions are
used to identify "forward-looking" statements. The important factors listed in
the section entitled "Risk Factors", as well as any cautionary language in this
Annual Report, provide examples of risks, uncertainties and events that may
cause the actual results of Novo Networks or our subsidiaries to differ
materially from the expectations described in these "forward-looking"
statements. You should be aware that the occurrence of the events described in
these risk factors and elsewhere in this Annual Report could have an adverse
effect on the business, results of operations or financial condition of Novo
Networks or our subsidiaries.

     You should be aware that these "forward-looking" statements are subject to
a number of risks, assumptions, and uncertainties, such as:

     o    the formulation and approval of a plan of reorganization for our
          subsidiaries that are in chapter 11 proceedings;

     o    risks associated with Novo Networks' intended diversification into
          financial services;

     o    risks associated with the provision of telecommunications services to
          a single customer which terminates traffic in a single country;

     o    risks associated with operating losses at our operating subsidiaries;

     o    risks associated with increasing competition in the communications
          industry, including industry over-capacity and declining prices; and

     o    changes in laws and regulations that govern the communications
          industry.

    This list is only an example of some of the risks that may affect the
forward-looking statements. If any of these risks or uncertainties materialize
(or if they fail to materialize), or if the underlying assumptions are
incorrect, then actual results may differ materially from those projected in the
forward-looking statements. Novo Networks undertakes no obligation to revise
these statements to reflect future events or circumstances.



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                                     PART I

ITEM 1. BUSINESS

     ORGANIZATION AND HISTORY

     Novo Networks was originally incorporated in Delaware in 1987 as "Adina,
Inc." Novo Networks allowed its corporate existence to lapse in February 1996
and was subsequently reinstated as "eVentures Group, Inc." in August 1999. In
the fall of 1999, Novo Networks completed a series of transactions whereby it
became a holding company with two wholly-owned operating subsidiaries, e.Volve
Technology Group, Inc. and AxisTel Communications, Inc., and made a strategic
investment in Gemini Voice Solutions, Inc., formerly PhoneFree.com, Inc.

     During the fiscal year ended June 30, 2000, Novo Networks acquired Internet
Global Services, Inc. and made additional strategic investments, including
investments in ORB, Inc., Fonbox Inc., Televant, Inc. (d/b/a Callrewards), LC39
Venture Group, LLC and Spydre Labs, LLC. As of the date of this Report, Novo
Networks's direct and indirect wholly-owned subsidiaries (other than inactive
subsidiaries) consist of e.Volve, AxisTel, Novo Networks Operating Corp., Novo
Networks International Services, Inc., Novo Networks Global Services, Inc., and
Novo Networks Metro Services, Inc., collectively "our subsidiaries."

     Through August 2000, our strategy, which we referred to as "building a
Communications Econet," was to build a family of interdependent companies by
acquiring, developing and investing in communications-related businesses and
support services that leverage the power of the Internet. At the center of this
strategy were investments in Novo Networks' wholly-owned subsidiaries, AxisTel,
e.Volve and iGlobal, which focused on the deployment and operation of private,
managed global communications networks. Since the initial deployment of those
networks, AxisTel and e.Volve utilized their networks primarily to provide
communications services to communications service providers, such as Qwest
Communications, AT&T and RSL Communications.

     In September of 2000, Novo Networks announced a plan to expand and
integrate the AxisTel, e.Volve and iGlobal networks to deploy a range of
broadband network services. This "broadband plan" contemplated increasing the
product and service offerings, customer base and network footprint of AxisTel,
e.Volve and iGlobal. We intended to focus our efforts on expanding the
businesses of these subsidiaries so they would be well positioned to capitalize
on the expected growth in the market for global broadband network services. In
addition to focusing on the AxisTel, e.Volve and iGlobal businesses, Novo
Networks intended to continue to seek strategic investments which complemented
the core network businesses of AxisTel, e.Volve and iGlobal and offered
opportunities to expand product and service offerings and customer base.

     Implementing the broadband plan required that Novo Networks and our
subsidiaries raise substantial amounts of debt and equity capital so that
AxisTel, e.Volve and iGlobal could acquire telecommunications equipment, lease
fiber optic capacity and facilities, and fund operating losses. Unfortunately,
due to the rapid deterioration in the capital markets for telecommunications
services, Novo Networks and these subsidiaries were unable to raise the required
capital. As a result, AxisTel, e.Volve and iGlobal did not expand their networks
or integrate portions of their assets and operations as contemplated by the
broadband plan.

     Following this shift in market conditions, Novo Networks and our
subsidiaries started to re-assess our business plans, and, in March of 2001 our
subsidiaries took the following actions

     o    suspended their network roll-out;

     o    eliminated 49 jobs, representing approximately 30% of their workforce;
          and

     o    iGlobal filed a voluntary petition under the Bankruptcy Code, chapter
          7 of title 11 of the United States Code.

     Following the March 2001 restructuring, we undertook a strategic review of
our businesses. Our board of directors determined after such a review that it
was appropriate to examine the possible sale or merger of our voice business
subsidiaries in order to maximize the potential value thereof to our
shareholders. We retained JP Morgan to assist in this regard. However, JP Morgan
was unable to locate a buyer.

     Faced with a continuing deterioration of their businesses and a calamitous
downturn in the telecommunications markets generally, our subsidiaries took the
following actions during June of 2001:

          o    further reduced their workforce by 23, a 24% reduction; and

          o    evaluated their strategic options.

     During this same period, our chief executive officer, chief operating
officer and certain directors tendered their resignations in order to pursue
other interests. None of these officers or directors resigned, to the knowledge
of current management, because of a disagreement with Novo Networks relating to
our operations, policies or practices.

     See "Reports filed on Form 8-K" elsewhere in this Report


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    At June 30, 2001, two of Novo Networks' indirect wholly-owned operating
subsidiaries, AxisTel and e.Volve, were providing telecommunications voice
services. Subsequent to the end of Novo Networks' fiscal year, certain other of
Novo Networks' operating subsidiaries filed voluntary petitions under chapter 11
of the Bankruptcy Code. See "Bankruptcy Proceedings". At the same time, we
announced that we planned to diversify our business by entering into the
financial services market. As of the date of this Report, we have formed a
Bermuda-based insurance company called Novo Re and are in the process of
applying for a license to conduct insurance business in Bermuda. Novo Re has not
yet commenced operations.

    BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDINGS

    On April 2, 2001, iGlobal filed a voluntary petition under chapter 7 of the
Bankruptcy Code in the Northern District of Dallas. This bankruptcy filing was
the result of severe problems in the residential and consumer markets for
iGlobal's products and services, iGlobal's inability to service its debt
obligations, potential contingent liabilities and Novo Networks' inability to
raise sufficient capital for our operating subsidiaries to continue to fund
operating losses at iGlobal. iGlobal contributed approximately 2% to Novo
Networks' consolidated revenues through the end of fiscal year 2001. As a result
of iGlobal's filing, we recorded an impairment loss of $62.4 million for the
year ended June 30, 2001, primarily relating to non-cash goodwill recorded in
connection with the March 2000 acquisition of iGlobal.

    On July 30, 2001, five of Novo Networks' direct and indirect wholly-owned
subsidiaries filed voluntary petitions under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code
in the District of Delaware, in order to stabilize their operations and protect
their assets while attempting to reorganize their businesses. The five
subsidiaries that filed for bankruptcy protection were Novo Networks Operating
Corp., AxisTel, e.Volve, Novo Networks International Services, Inc. and Novo
Networks Global Services, Inc., collectively, our debtor subsidiaries.

     On September 14, 2001, Novo Networks Metro Services, Inc., a subsidiary of
AxisTel, also filed a voluntary petition under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code
in the District of Delaware. Our debtor subsidiaries comprised all of Novo
Networks operating subsidiaries and with the exception of iGlobal, are currently
operating as debtors-in-possession under the Bankruptcy Code. Subsequent to our
debtor subsidiaries' bankruptcy filing, the historical operations of AxisTel and
its subsidiaries have not generated measurable revenue streams. Consequently, as
of the date of this Report, e.Volve is our only subsidiary substantially
generating revenue, which is primarily from the provision of voice services for
the U.S. to Mexico telecommunications market.

     We have set forth below a table summarizing the current status of our
various subsidiaries.

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                                                                                                         SUBJECT TO
                                                                                                         BANKRUPTCY
        WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARY                                   DATE ACQUIRED     STATUS*              PROCEEDINGS?
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Novo Networks Operating Corp.                                        2/8/00**        Active            Yes, Chapter 11

AxisTel Communications, Inc.                                        9/23/99         Inactive           Yes, Chapter 11

Novo Networks International Services, Inc.                          9/23/99         Inactive           Yes, Chapter 11

Novo Networks Global Services, Inc.                                 9/23/99         Inactive           Yes, Chapter 11

Web2Dial Communications, Inc.                                       9/23/99         Inactive                  No

Novo Networks Metro Services, Inc.                                  9/23/99         Inactive           Yes, Chapter 11

Novo Networks Metro Services (Virginia), Inc.                       9/23/99         Inactive                  No

Novo Networks Media Services, Inc.                                  9/23/99         Inactive                  No

e.Volve Technology Group, Inc.                                     10/20/99          Active            Yes, Chapter 11

e.Volve Technology Group de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.                   10/20/99          Active                   No

Internet Global Services, Inc.                                      3/10/00         Inactive            Yes, Chapter 7

eVentures Holdings, LLC                                              9/7/99**        Active                   No

Novo Networks(UK) Ltd.                                              9/23/99         Inactive                  No
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*  "Active" status indicates current operations within the respective entity;
   "Inactive" status indicates no current operations.

** Indicates date of incorporation.


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    As a result of these bankruptcy proceedings, substantially all liabilities,
litigation and claims against our debtor subsidiaries in existence at our debtor
subsidiaries' bankruptcy filing date are stayed unless the stay is modified or
lifted or payment has been otherwise authorized by the Delaware Bankruptcy
Court. Our debtor subsidiaries intend to file shortly a joint plan of
reorganization to effectuate a restructuring of their businesses. At the time of
this Report, it is not possible to predict the outcome of either the iGlobal
bankruptcy or our debtor subsidiaries' bankruptcy cases in general or the
effects of such cases on the business of Novo Networks or its subsidiaries, or
on the interests of creditors and stockholders.

    A creditors committee has not yet been formed. However, the possibility
exists that prior to the approval of the reorganization plan, such a committee
could form and challenge the original reorganization plan. Certain pre-petition
indebtedness of our debtor subsidiaries is guaranteed by Novo Networks. Please
refer to Notes 12 and 13 of our consolidated financial statements contained
elsewhere in this Report.

    In connection with these cases, Novo Networks has agreed to provide our
debtor subsidiaries with up to $1.6 million in secured debtor-in-possession
financing to fund our debtor subsidiaries' reorganization effort. The Delaware
bankruptcy court approved the debtor-in-possession financing at a final hearing
on September 5, 2001. As of September 28, 2001, our debtor subsidiaries had not
made any borrowings under the secured debtor-in-possession financing. The credit
facility makes available up to $1.6 million to permit the debtors to obtain
necessary goods and services, to pay employees, to restore confidence and
support from their vendors, suppliers, customers and employees and to operate
their businesses consistent with the requirements of the bankruptcy code. This
credit facility provides for interest at the rate of prime plus 3.0% per annum
and has been provided "superpriority" lien status, meaning that we have a valid
first lien pursuant to the bankruptcy code on substantially all of the debtors'
assets, including all cash and bank accounts. The facility maintains a default
interest rate of prime plus 5.0% per annum. The following non-debtor
subsidiaries of Novo Networks have unconditionally guaranteed this credit
facility to us:

               o    e.Volve Technology Group de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.

               o    Novo Networks (UK) Ltd.

               o    Web2Dial Communications, Inc.

               o    Servicios Professionales J.R.J.S., S.A. de C.V.

               o    Novo Networks Metro Services, Inc.

               o    Novo Networks Media Services, Inc.

               o    Novo Networks Metro Services (Virginia), Inc."

    In addition, Novo Networks provides administrative services to our debtor
subsidiaries pursuant to an administrative services agreement approved by the
Court. The administrative services agreement provides that our debtor
subsidiaries pay Novo Networks $30,000 per week for legal, accounting, human
resources and other administrative services.

    As of September 28, 2001, the goal of the reorganization effort was to
preserve the going concern value of our subsidiaries' core assets, to provide
distributions to creditors of our subsidiaries and to retain our common equity
ownership of the core network business of these subsidiaries.

    THE NETWORK

    As of June 30, 2001, Novo Networks' subsidiaries offered their customers
wholesale communications services over a facilities-based network. This network
transmits packetized information using the operating standards established for
Internet Protocol and Asynchronous Transfer Mode technologies, which facilitate
high-speed, large-scale communications. The network transmits voice, data,
Internet and fax traffic from the United States to Mexico. Customers can
interconnect with this network through dedicated circuits from their facilities
to one of the Points of


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Presence. Alternatively, customers may elect to collocate and install equipment
directly at facilities in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City) or Mexico City to
eliminate the cost of back-hauling traffic from their facilities to one of the
Points of Presence on the network.

     As of the time of this Report, e.Volve provides substantially all of the
network services, and AxisTel is the only other subsidiary that provides
services. e.Volve either leases or owns network capacity under short-term
leases. The majority of e.Volve's current network traffic is transmitted over
leased fiber capacity. e.Volve utilizes multiple fiber providers.

     e.Volve currently incorporates network equipment in both the deployment of
its network as well as the integration of customer equipment onto the network.
e.Volve owns or leases network equipment from a variety of vendors, including
Cisco Systems, Lucent Technologies, Networks Equipment Technologies, Dell, and
Alcatel.

     e.Volve's current network configuration incorporates facilities in Overland
Park, Kansas (Kansas City), Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterey, Mexico.
AxisTel's facility is in Jersey City, New Jersey. During the twelve months ended
June 30, 2001, e.Volve and AxisTel transmitted approximately 753 million minutes
over their networks. Fifty-five percent of those minutes represent traffic
generated by business lines that are no longer operational. e.Volve owns or
leases bandwidth at various capacities up to DS-3. At its Points of Presence,
e.Volve uses its equipment to translate voice to data for transmission and
retrieval over its network.

     e.Volve has established a network operations center in Overland Park,
Kansas (Kansas City) to monitor and manage the network. The network operations
center allows e.Volve to monitor all aspects of the network, including the
routers, databases, switches, leased lines, Internet connections, gatekeepers
and gateways, to ensure equipment functionality and efficiency. The network
operations center utilizes a combination of leading edge monitoring
technologies. By utilizing technologically-advanced, real-time management and
monitoring systems, e.Volve seeks to reduce system downtime and ensure that its
customers will not experience any noticeable interruption in their service.

     The network is engineered to provide the following advantages:

     o    Scalability. The software and hardware that the network uses is
          scalable, allowing for new Points of Presence and additional
          telecommunications capacity to be easily integrated into the network
          with minimal incremental investment.

     o    Flexibility. Leasing and purchasing network capacity provides e.Volve
          with greater flexibility and control over the performance and
          reliability of the network. This enables e.Volve to increase its
          capacity and to more quickly meet customer demand.

     o    Manageability. e.Volve directly controls the quality of its services
          over the network from one central location.

     PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

     As of June 30, 2001, Novo Networks' subsidiaries offered broadband services
and voice services. During September 2001, substantially all of the broadband
services were discontinued in connection with our debtor subsidiaries'
bankruptcy. Broadband services consisted of transport services such as private
line, Asynchronous Transfer Mode and frame relay; Internet access services such
as dedicated bandwidth, dial-up Internet access and DSL; and collocation
services. In fiscal year 2001, our subsidiaries also offered prepaid voice
services through the sale of calling cards on a wholesale and retail basis. As
of September of 2001, our subsidiaries no longer terminate prepaid traffic. As
of the time of this Report, the primary services provided by Novo Networks and
our subsidiaries are packet-based voice services provided by e.Volve.

     Through packet-based voice services, e.Volve offers low-cost, high quality
network transport to its customers, primarily large and medium sized
telecommunications service providers such as Qwest Communications, Inc.
Customers can originate calls through their own facilities using various
signaling protocols. Customers can interconnect at e.Volve's facilities, where a
protocol conversion device converts the traffic to a voice-over-packet protocol.
The calls are then delivered via the network to the facility nearest to the
destination of the calls. Equipment at the facility converts the calls from the
packet format back to a circuit switched call, and delivers the call for
termination onto the public switch telephone network through local access
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    During fiscal year 2001, approximately 3.5% of revenues were derived from
broadband services and 94.5% were derived from voice services. Additionally,
approximately 2% of revenues during fiscal year 2001 were generated by iGlobal.
The services that have been discontinued as of the date of this Report
represented approximately 60% of fiscal year 2001 revenues.

    CUSTOMERS

    Each of our subsidiaries experienced a dramatic erosion in their respective
customer base during fiscal 2001. As of June 30, 2001, they had approximately
150 primarily large and medium-sized telecommunications carrier customers, down
from approximately 800 as of June 30, 2000. This decline is due primarily to the
iGlobal Bankruptcy. For fiscal 2001, approximately 36% of revenues came from
Qwest. No other customer accounted for more than 10% of revenues during fiscal
2001. As of the date of this Report, following the end of fiscal year 2001,
Qwest is the only voice customer and accounts for 100% of revenues derived by
e.Volve.

    e.Volve has entered into switched services and carrier service agreements
with Qwest for international terminating traffic. Under these agreements,
e.Volve provides switched international outbound telecommunications services to
Qwest. The switched services agreement does not obligate Qwest to use e.Volve's
services, but permits Qwest to use e.Volve's services upon Qwest's periodic
acceptance of their rates. Qwest may choose not to use e.Volve's services for a
variety of reasons. The carrier service agreement for international terminating
traffic, which was entered into on September 17, 1998, is for a one-year term
with automatic successive renewals for one-year periods until termination by
either party.

    SALES AND MARKETING

    During most of fiscal 2001, the sales efforts of Novo Networks targeted
leading service providers both in the United States and overseas. The sales
effort was focused primarily on bandwidth intensive service providers such as
Internet, application and communications service providers through a direct
sales effort.

    In connection with the restructurings in March and June of 2001, the sales
forces of our subsidiaries were substantially reduced. As of June 30, 2001, our
subsidiaries had effectively suspended new customer sales efforts, focusing
primarily on servicing existing voice customers.

    Customer Service and Support

    Customer service and ongoing support are critical to maintaining existing
customer relationships and developing relationships with new customers. Our
subsidiaries have developed an organizational infrastructure to support the
sales effort, product installation and customization, technical support,
customer training and product maintenance necessary for long-term customer
relationships. The network operations center operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week.

    Marketing and Branding

    To date, Novo Networks and our subsidiaries made minimum expenditures for
advertising and marketing. Traditional voice services have been sold to
communications service providers by way of established relationships.

    STRATEGIC INVESTMENTS

    From time to time Novo Networks has acquired or taken strategic minority
positions in other Internet and communications companies. As of June 30, 2001,
Novo Networks had made strategic investments in the following companies:

Gemini Voice Solutions (formerly PhoneFree.com)

    On June 4, 2001, PhoneFree announced that it had revised its strategic
direction and had formally changed its name to Gemini Voice Solutions, Inc.
Gemini is a voice application service provider offering packetized,
network-based, broadband voice services commercially. Originally developed in
1995, Gemini's Voice-over-IP software has become one of the leaders in online
telephony communications with over 3.5 million registered users under the
PhoneFree.com brand and website. Gemini is now focused on deploying its
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environment. Gemini is focused on providing a turnkey software and hardware,
voice-over-broadband, telephony solution that allows cable operators and DSL
providers to offer local and long-distance services to their high-speed access
customers using a standard telephone. The Gemini solution is designed to provide
the cable and DSL providers with network routing and application servers,
customer service and real-time billing integrated with packetized voice networks
of its strategic partners. Cable and DSL providers should get carrier-class
local and long-distance voice services along with value-added features, and
realize an incremental and recurring revenue stream with no capital expenditures
at the head end, or central office respectively, and eliminate costly
telephony-specific billing systems and network re-builds. As of September 28,
2001, Gemini is continuing technical trials and is working to establish a
customer base for these new services. Gemini maintains websites at
www.geminivoice.com and www.phonefree.com.

    On September 1, 2000, Gemini acquired Callrewards, a rewards based
voice-over-IP portal. Prior to the merger, Novo Networks owned approximately 30%
of the voting stock of Callrewards. The merger of Gemini and Callrewards was
approved by the directors of each company not affiliated with Novo Network.
After this transaction, assuming Novo Networks' common stock ownership, full
conversion of Novo Networks' preferred stock and two warrants, Novo Networks
owns approximately 22% of the common stock of Gemini.

    Three of Novo Networks' directors are members of the six-member board of
directors of Gemini.

    ORB

    ORB is a business-to-business provider of next-generation, end to end
Internet advertising and marketing solutions. ORB's products and services
include campaign strategy, creative services, media services and software that
includes real-time analysis, predictive modeling, real time optimization, system
integration, ad serving and data base marketing. ORB was founded in 1995.

    As a result of the deterioration in the market for Internet advertising
services, ORB has been unable to secure the additional funding required to
expand the business as originally intended and as a result has scaled down its
operations and has taken steps to become cash flow positive as quickly as
possible.

    Assuming Novo Networks' common stock ownership and conversion of all of the
ORB preferred stock held by it, Novo Networks owns approximately 24% of the
common stock of ORB. In connection with Novo Networks' investment in ORB, it has
received a five-year option to purchase an additional 12% of ORB for $18 million
in cash. Novo Networks' President was appointed to ORB's board of directors
pursuant to an Investors Rights Agreement among ORB and ORB's founding
stockholders.

    Fonbox

    Fonbox is a development stage company which offers Internet-based
communications solutions for the Spanish-speaking and Portuguese-speaking market
in Latin America and elsewhere. Fonbox intended to offer cross-messaging,
natural language access and phone-based Internet access technologies through
their Lineabox unified messaging product. Fonbox's plan was to build a network
of Points of Presence in major Latin American markets and in certain strategic
U.S. markets. As a result of the deterioration in the market for
telecommunications and Internet services, Fonbox has been unable to secure the
additional funding required to expand its business as originally intended.
Fonbox has significantly downsized its operations and is currently reviewing
strategic alternatives which could include a sale of some or all of its assets
or a liquidation of the company. Novo Networks has written off its investment in
Fonbox.

    Novo Networks' president is a member of the board of directors of Fonbox. As
of June 30, 2001 Novo Networks owns approximately 26% of the voting equity
interest of Fonbox.

    Other Investments

    Novo Networks also owns approximately 2% and 5% of Launch Center 39 and
Spydre Labs, LLC, respectively. Launch Center 39 is currently liquidating its
assets and distributing the proceeds to its stockholders.


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    COMPETITION

    Competition in the International Long Distance Telephony Market

    The international communications industry is highly competitive and
significantly affected by regulatory changes, marketing and pricing decisions of
the larger industry participants, and the introduction of new services made
possible by technological advances. Novo Networks believes that long distance
service providers compete on the basis of price, customer service, product
quality, and breadth of services offered. e.Volve has a variety of competitors
in the geographic market in which it operates. Novo Networks believes that as
the international communications markets continue to deregulate, competition in
these markets will increase, similar to the competitive environment that has
developed in the United States following the AT&T divestiture in 1984. Prices of
long-distance voice calls have declined historically and are likely to continue
to decrease. A number of major competitive international carriers, including
Pacific Gateway Exchange, World Access, RSL USA.Com, and Star Telecom have been
unable to withstand competitive and financial pressures and have sought
bankruptcy protection. In addition, many of the surviving competitors are
significantly larger, have substantially greater financial, technical, and
market resources, and larger networks.

    Privatization and deregulation have had, and are expected to continue to
have, significant effects on competition in the industry. For example, as a
result of legislation enacted in the United States, regional Bell operating
companies have been allowed to enter certain long distance markets and cable
television companies and utilities will be allowed to enter both the local and
long distance telecommunications markets. In addition, competition has begun to
increase in the European Union communications markets in connection with the
deregulation of telecommunications industry in most EU countries, which began in
January 1998. This increase in competition could adversely affect net revenue
per minute and gross margin as a percentage of net revenue.

    If e.Volve expands into other markets outside the United States, it will
also encounter new competitors and competitive environments. Such foreign
competitors may enjoy a government-sponsored monopoly on telecommunications
services essential to such businesses, and will generally have significantly
more resources, a better understanding of their local industry, and longer
working relationships with local infrastructure providers.

    GOVERNMENT REGULATION

    As an international communications company, e.Volve is subject to varying
degrees of regulation in the jurisdictions in which it provide services.
Applicable laws and regulations, and the interpretation of such laws and
regulations, differ significantly among the jurisdictions in which e.Volve may
operate in the future. There can be no assurance that future regulatory,
judicial and legislative changes will not have a material adverse effect on such
operations or that domestic and international regulators or third parties will
not raise material issues with regard to compliance or noncompliance of such
operations with applicable regulations.

    Domestic Telecommunications Service Regulation

    With respect to the provision of domestic telecommunications services, some
of Novo Networks' subsidiaries are considered nondominant domestic interstate
and international carriers subject to minimal regulation by the Federal
Communications Commission. Certain of Novo Networks' subsidiaries are authorized
under Section 214 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide regulated
international telecommunications services. In conjunction with such
authorizations, those subsidiaries are each required to maintain a tariff and
file individual contracts with the FCC, as well as various other reports, and
pay various fees and assessments. Novo Networks' subsidiaries are also subject
to the various rules and regulations of the FCC. For example, the FCC's rules
require carriers that provide certain international telecommunications services
to foreign markets to comply with the FCC's International Settlements Policy
which, among other things, requires that such carriers make certain settlement
payments to the foreign carriers which terminate the traffic and terminate a
certain amount of return traffic. Interstate common carriers must also offer
services on a nondiscriminatory basis at just and reasonable rates. Earlier this
year, the FCC required that all carriers withdraw their tariffs governing
domestic interstate mass market service offerings. Carriers are also required to
withdraw their international tariffs effective January 2002. In the absence of
such tariffs, e.Volve will need to rely on contracts to govern the rates, terms
and conditions under which it provides international and interstate services.

     Novo Networks' subsidiaries are not required to obtain FCC authority to
expand domestic interstate operations. However, the FCC and some states regulate
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suspend the provision of common carrier telecommunications services, including
some of the types of services formerly provided by our subsidiaries. Due to
their current financial condition, all of our subsidiaries other than e.Volve
have ceased providing telecommunications services, including in some instances
prepaid services. These subsidiaries have not sought authority from the FCC or
any state in connection with the cessation of such services. If the FCC, a state
public service commission or another state or federal authority were to
determine that Novo Networks' subsidiaries violated or are in violation of such
regulations, those subsidiaries could be subject to sanctions, including but not
limited to enforcement actions and/or fines.

    Providers of nondominant domestic interstate and international
telecommunications service, including Novo Networks' subsidiaries are also
subject to the FCC's complaint jurisdiction. Such subsidiaries may be subject to
complaint proceedings in conjunction with alleged noncompliance. Intrastate
telecommunications operations are also subject to various state laws and
regulations, including, in most jurisdictions, certification and tariff filing
requirements. Some states also require the filing of periodic reports, the
payment of various fees and surcharges, and compliance with service standards
and consumer protection rules. States often require pricing approval or
notification for certain stock or asset transfers or, in several states, for the
issuance of securities, debt, or for name changes. Certain states also impose
special regulations on the provision of pre-paid services. Novo Networks'
subsidiaries may not be, and in some instances are not, in compliance with all
such foreign and U.S. laws and regulations. There can be no assurance that the
FCC, other regulators or third parties will not raise issues with regard to the
compliance or noncompliance of our subsidiaries with applicable regulations.

    Regulation of Internet Protocol Telephony

    United States Domestic Regulation. Novo Networks believes that United States
law could be interpreted in such a manner that the services provided by e.Volve
could be construed as enhanced services, rather than telecommunications
services. To the extent that such services qualify as enhanced services, they
are not currently regulated by the FCC or state agencies responsible for
regulating telecommunications carriers (although aspects of operations may be
subject to state or federal regulation such as regulations governing universal
service funding, confidentiality of communications, copyright, and excise
taxes). The FCC has not determined whether Internet Protocol telephony providers
are telecommunications carriers. Novo Networks cannot be certain that the FCC
will not resolve the issue in a manner that would adversely affect our
subsidiaries. If the FCC were to determine that services like those that e.Volve
or AxisTel provides, are subject to FCC regulation as telecommunications
services, the FCC might require those subsidiaries to make universal service
contributions, pay access charges or be subject to traditional common carrier
regulation. To date, Novo Networks' subsidiaries have not paid any such
universal service contributions. It is also possible that Internet based
PC-to-phone and phone-to-phone services may be regulated by the FCC differently
in the future.

    As a result of recent terrorist attacks, the U.S. Congress is considering
various measures designed to increase the ability of law enforcement personnel
to monitor communications, including those that e.Volve provides. Such measures
may include expanding obligations formerly imposed only on telecommunications
carriers. For example, it is possible that Internet Protocol-based providers may
become subject to the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act or other
security measures, which, among other things, might require e.Volve to modify
its network to allow law enforcement authorities to more easily perform
electronic surveillance. It is also possible that the FCC will adopt a
regulatory framework for Internet Protocol telephony providers different than
that applied to traditional common carriers.

    Other changes in the legal and regulatory environment may also increase
e.Volve's costs of providing service, the demand for e.Volve's services, or the
level of competition it faces. For example, through a Notice of Proposed Rule
Making issued on April 27, 2001, the FCC has solicited comment on the proper
level of compensation for the termination of all forms of traffic between
carriers. Such new compensation mechanisms, if adopted, could increase e.Volve's
costs or reduce its ability to obtain compensation for carrying traffic.

    In addition to the FCC, Congress, state regulatory authorities and
legislators may assert jurisdiction over the provision of intrastate Internet
telephony or information services. Some states already have initiated
proceedings to examine the regulation of these services. Additional regulation
of Internet telephony by the states could preclude us from intrastate markets or
make entrance more difficult. There can be no assurance that future state
regulatory and legislative changes will not have a material adverse effect on
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    International Government Regulation. e.Volve's operations may also be
materially affected by Mexican law, including the Mexican Federal
Telecommunications Law enacted in 1995 and the regulations and rules issued by
the Secretariat of the Communications and Transportation and the Federal
Telecommunications Commission. Under the Mexican Federal Telecommunications Law,
a Mexican license, or "concession," is required to install, operate or exploit a
public communications network. The Federal Telecommunications Commission has
indicated that the Mexican Federal Telecommunications Law's concession
requirements extend to the provision of all real-time voice or data services,
regardless of what technology is used to provide the service. Such requirements
have been the subject of enforcement proceedings in Mexico. e.Volve does not
hold a Mexican concession. If the Mexican authorities were to determine that
e.Volve is in violation of Mexican law, they could seek to impose sanctions on
e.Volve, including ordering a shut down of services, fines or forfeitures.

    If e.Volve expands into other foreign countries, each such country may
determine that e.Volve must qualify to do business in that particular country or
that it is subject to regulation, or even that it is prohibited from conducting
its business in that country. If e.Volve fails to qualify as a foreign
corporation in a jurisdiction in which it is required to do so, or to comply
with foreign laws and regulations, this could materially adversely affect
e.Volve's business, financial condition and results of operations, including
subjecting it to taxes and penalties and/or by precluding e.Volve from, or
limiting it in, the enforcement of contracts in such jurisdictions.

    EMPLOYEES

    As of June 30, 2001, Novo Networks and our subsidiaries had 15 and 39
full-time employees, respectively. As of the date of this Report, Novo Network
and our subsidiaries had 12 and 11 full-time employees, respectively. Novo
Networks also employs a limited number of independent contractors and temporary
employees on a periodic basis. The employees are not represented by a labor
union, and Novo Networks considers labor relations to be good.

    RISK FACTORS

    You should consider carefully risks associated with Novo Networks'
forward-looking statements, as well as the following risk factors.

    RISK FACTORS RELATING TO NOVO NETWORKS AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES

     NOVO NETWORKS' SUBSIDIARIES HAVE FILED FOR BANKRUPTCY AND THAT MAY HAVE
ADVERSE EFFECTS ON ITS BUSINESS.

    As a holding company, Novo Networks has no material operations separate from
our subsidiaries and generates no revenues. On a consolidated basis, all of our
revenue is attributable to revenue generated by our subsidiaries. By September
14, 2001, certain of our subsidiaries had filed voluntary petitions for relief
under the Bankruptcy Code. See - "Bankruptcy Proceedings." As a result of our
debtor subsidiaries' bankruptcy, Novo Networks may encounter the following
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     o Our debtor subsidiaries intend to file a joint plan of reorganization to
effectuate a restructuring of their businesses. The reorganization plan will be
subject to (i) approval by the Delaware Bankruptcy Court of a disclosure
statement containing `adequate information' concerning the reorganization plan
as required by the Bankruptcy Code, (ii) solicitation of creditors and equity
security holders entitled to vote on the reorganization plan, (iii) acceptance
by the requisite number of impaired classes of claims and equity interests in
accordance with the Bankruptcy Code, (iv) confirmation by the Delaware
Bankruptcy Court, and (v) the satisfaction or waiver of conditions to
consummation of the reorganization plan. Distributions to the holders of allowed
claims and equity interests, including those held by Novo Networks, will be
subject to provisions of the reorganization plan and the Bankruptcy Code, to the
extent approved by the Delaware bankruptcy court. Ultimate recoveries under the
reorganization plan will depend on the value realized from distributions made
under this plan.

     o Our debtor subsidiaries' bankruptcy is subject to administration under
the Bankruptcy Code, including provisions relating to the possibility of
conversion, dismissal or the appointment of a trustee or examiner.

     o Novo Networks has guaranteed certain indebtedness of our debtor
subsidiaries. See--"Bankruptcy Proceedings." Depending on the outcome of our
debtor subsidiaries' bankruptcy and the treatment and distributions to holders
of such indebtedness, Novo Networks may be liable for some or all of this
indebtedness.

     o The pendency of our debtor subsidiaries' bankruptcy could negatively
affect our relationship with our creditors, vendors and employees.

     Currently Novo Networks' consolidated revenues are primarily generated from
voice services e.Volve provides to Qwest. As a result of our debtor
subsidiaries' bankruptcy, Novo Networks has abandoned expansion plans for a
broadband network and has a revised business plan focused on both e.Volve's
existing voice service offerings and Novo Networks' planned financial service
offerings. However, e.Volve's ability to continue providing voice services is
contingent on a reorganization plan being confirmed in our debtor subsidiaries'
bankruptcy. Even if a reorganization plan is confirmed, Novo Networks cannot
assure you that e.Volve will be able to successfully implement its revised
business strategy or that the revised strategy will be profitable.

      NOVO CANNOT ASSURE YOU OF THE CONTINUED LISTING OF ITS COMMON STOCK ON THE
NASDAQ NATIONAL MARKET OR OTHER EXCHANGES AND ASSOCIATIONS.

     Although the common stock of Novo Networks is currently listed on The
Nasdaq National Market, we have been notified by Nasdaq that it has concerns
related to our ability to satisfy the minimum listing requirements and our
debtor subsidiaries' bankruptcy, and on July 30, 2001 it temporarily suspended
the trading of Novo Networks' common stock pending satisfactory resolution of
its concerns. Novo Networks cannot assure you that it will be able to continue
to meet the minimum listing requirements or that Nasdaq will allow Novo
Networks' common stock to resume trading. If our common stock is delisted from
The Nasdaq National Market:

     o Novo Networks' common stock may be quoted in the non-Nasdaq
over-the-counter market on either Nasdaq's OTC Bulletin Board or the "Pink
Sheets;" and

     o Novo Networks would be subject to an SEC rule regarding `penny stocks'
where broker-dealers who sell relevant securities to persons who are not
established customers or accredited investors must make specified suitability
determinations and must receive the purchaser's written consent to the
transaction prior to the sale.

     Novo Networks cannot assure that it will be able to maintain eligibility
for listing our common stock on The Nasdaq National Market or any alternative
exchange or association. Delisting could make trading shares of Novo Networks'
common stock difficult, potentially leading to a further decline in share price.
In addition, it would make it difficult for investors to sell Novo Networks'
common stock or to obtain accurate quotations of the share price of our common
stock.

     e.VOLVE DEPENDS ON SALES TO QWEST COMMUNICATIONS, INC.

     Qwest accounted for 36%, 68% and 65% of Novo Networks' consolidated
revenues for the fiscal years ended June 30, 2001, June 30, 2000 and June 30,
1999, respectively. Since the end of fiscal 2001, a significant portion of Nova
Networks' consolidated revenues have been generated by e.Volve's sale of voice
services to Qwest. Novo Networks does not believe that e.Volve will be able to
diversify the customer base in the foreseeable future. Qwest is not


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contractually required to purchase services from e.Volve and may discontinue or
decrease its use of such services for any reason at any time and without notice.
A decline in sales to Qwest could have a material adverse affect on e.Volve's
business. The loss of Qwest as a customer would significantly and materially
adversely affect the financial condition of e.Volve and its respective ability
to continue as a going concern.

     Because substantially all of Novo Networks' consolidated revenues are
attributable to sales by e.Volve to Qwest, if e.Volve experiences difficulties
or delays collecting receivables from Qwest due to disputes regarding amounts
due, financial difficulties at Qwest or any other reason, the ability of e.Volve
to fund operations, to meet working capital requirements, and to satisfy
contractual obligations to third parties could be materially adversely affected.

     NOVO NETWORKS' INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' OPINION CONTAINS A GOING CONCERN
     MODIFICATION.

    The auditor's opinion to Novo Networks' financial statements as of and for
the year ended June 30, 2001 indicates that it was prepared based on the
assumption that Novo Networks continues as a going concern. See - "Report of
Independent Public Accountants." The auditor notes the fact that certain of Novo
Networks' subsidiaries have filed petitions under the Bankruptcy Code raises
substantial doubts as to Novo Networks' ability to continue as a going concern.
On a consolidated basis, Novo Networks incurred operating losses of $172.5
million, $28.8 million and $3.3 million for the fiscal years ended June 30,
2001, 2000 and 1999 respectively. As of June 30, 2001, Novo Networks had an
accumulated deficit of $238.8 million. Since our debtor subsidiaries Filing Date
through September 28, 2001, Novo Networks has generated no revenue and incurred
losses of approximately $900,000. While Novo Networks does not expect to incur
material liabilities on behalf of our debtor subsidiaries in connection with our
debtor subsidiaries' bankruptcy other than certain pre-petition indebtedness of
our debtor subsidiaries guaranteed by Novo Networks and borrowing under the
secured debtor-in-possession financing, there can be no assurances that Novo
Networks will not incur operating losses or other liabilities in connection with
our debtor subsidiaries' bankruptcy. In addition, if e.Volve fails to maintain
or increase its revenues, the amount of operating losses may exceed projected
operating losses and it may not achieve profitability.

      e.VOLVE PROVIDES VOICE SERVICES TERMINATING ONLY IN ONE COUNTRY.

     e.Volve's network transmits voice services traffic from the United States
to Mexico. If the market demand for this service declines for any reason or if
Qwest decreases its sales in this market, it would have a material adverse
effect on the business of e.Volve. Novo Networks cannot assure that Qwest will
continue to service the United States to Mexico market even if demand for such
traffic remains at its current level or increases. If Qwest ceases to operate in
this market, it would significantly and materially adversely affect the
financial condition of e.Volve and its ability to continue as a going concern.

     NOVO NETWORKS' SUBSIDIARIES HAVE A LIMITED OPERATING HISTORY AND LACK
     EXPERIENCE IN THE PLANNED NEW LINE OF BUSINESS MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO
     PREDICT FUTURE SUCCESS.

     Our subsidiaries have only a limited operating history upon which you can
evaluate their prospects. Novo Networks commenced our communications operations
in June of 1998, and by September 14, 2001, certain of our operating
subsidiaries had filed for bankruptcy. See - "Bankruptcy Proceedings." At the
time of our debtor subsidiaries' bankruptcy, Novo Networks announced plans to
reorganize our telecommunications businesses and diversify our business by
entering the financial services market, in which it has very limited experience
and which involves all of the risks associated with developing and establishing
a new line of business.

     You should consider Novo Networks' prospects in light of the risks,
expenses and difficulties Novo Networks may encounter as an early stage company
in the market for financial services. These risks include our ability:

     o    to develop, market and sell financial products and services;

     o    to attract, retain and motivate qualified personnel and management;

     o    to generate profitable revenues;

     o    to compete effectively; and

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     If Novo Networks is unable to effectively enter the financial services
market, the overall business and financial condition of Novo Networks could be
adversely affected.

     NOVO NETWORKS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO FUND ITS MODIFIED BUSINESS PLAN.

     As part of Novo Networks' revised strategy, Novo Networks plans to enter
the financial services market. However, as of the date of this Report, Novo
Network has no operations in the financial services industry and expects that
consolidated revenues for the foreseeable future will be generated by e.Volve's
communications operations. e.Volve's ability to generate revenues is dependent
on, among other factors:

     o    sale of voice services to Qwest;

     o    implementation of new service offerings; and

     o    the effect of competition, regulatory environment, international long
          distance rates and access and transmission costs on e.Volve's prices.

     Even if e.Volve generates cash from its voice service operations and/or
Novo Networks raises additional capital, we may not have enough money to
implement our modified business plan or continue operations.

     Novo Networks cannot assure that adequate levels of financing to fund our
planned financial services business will be available at all or on acceptable
terms. Any financing could involve the issuance of securities with rights
superior to those of our common stockholders. The issuance of additional
securities could also result in significant dilution to our existing
stockholders.

     NOVO NETWORKS AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES DEPEND ON CERTAIN EMPLOYEES AND
     CONSULTANTS.

     Novo Networks' success depends to a significant extent on the continued
contributions, experience and knowledge of our senior management team. The loss
of any of these key personnel could have a material adverse affect on our
ability to operate our business and implement our strategy.

     e.Volve is heavily dependent on the abilities of Steven R. Loglisci, the
subsidiaries' Chief Executive Officer. e.Volve has entered into an employment
agreement with Mr. Loglisci which terminates on December 16, 2001; however, Mr.
Loglisci can terminate his employment agreement for any reason or no reason on
thirty days notice. e.Volve cannot assure you that Mr. Loglisci will renew an
employment arrangement with it when the term of his employment agreement
expires. The loss of services of Mr. Loglisci could have a material adverse
affect on e.Volve's business.

     e.Volve also is heavily dependent on the personal abilities of John L.
Higgins, who provides consulting services to it pursuant to a consulting
agreement. Mr. Higgins effectively serves as e.Volve's chief operating officer
and advises e.Volve on many aspects of its business, including network
operations, sales, customer relations and business development. Mr. Higgins can
terminate his agreement on seven days notice, and the Consulting Agreement
terminates by its terms on or before November 17, 2001. e.Volve cannot assure
you that Mr. Higgins will renew a consulting arrangement. The loss of services
of Mr. Higgins could have a material adverse affect on e.Volve's business.

     THE NETWORK MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ACCOMMODATE CAPACITY NEEDS.

     e.Volve's network may be unable to accommodate additional volume. In order
to ensure that e.Volve is able to handle future additional traffic, e.Volve may
have to enter into long-term agreements for leased capacity. To the extent that
e.Volve overestimates capacity needs, e.Volve may be obligated to pay for more
transmission capacity than it actually uses, resulting in costs without
corresponding revenues. Conversely, if e.Volve underestimates its capacity
needs, e.Volve may be required to obtain additional transmission capacity from
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     SERVICE DISRUPTIONS OR SECURITY BREACHES COULD ADVERSELY AFFECT e.VOLVE'S
     BUSINESS.

     e.Volve's operations are subject to the risks of natural disasters, power
losses, capacity limitations, physical or electronic breaches of security,
software defects, telecommunications failures and intentional acts of vandalism,
including computer viruses. A party that is able to circumvent e.Volve's
security systems could misappropriate proprietary information or cause
interruptions in operations. Security breaches also could expose e.Volve to a
risk of loss or litigation and possible liability. As of the date of this
Report, Novo Networks and our subsidiaries have not experienced material
security breaches of which Novo Networks is aware. However, Novo Networks cannot
guarantee you that security measures will prevent security breaches in the
future.

     The failure of any equipment or facility could result in temporary or
permanent interruptions in service or reduced capacity. Further, a majority of
e.Volve's traffic is transmitted over capacity that it leases from third parties
that may be subject to similar risks. The failure of any one of these
connections also could result in interruptions in service. These interruptions
in service or performance problems could undermine e.Volve's reputation and
cause it to lose customers or make it more difficult to attract new ones. In
addition, because many of the voice services e.Volve provides are critical to
the business of its customers, any significant interruption in its service could
result in lost profits or other loss to its customers.

     THE VOICE SERVICE INDUSTRY IS HIGHLY COMPETITIVE WITH PARTICIPANTS THAT
     HAVE GREATER RESOURCES AND CAPABILITIES.

     The emerging voice services industry is highly competitive. Many of
e.Volve's competitors have longer operating histories, larger customer bases,
greater financial, personnel, marketing and other resources than e.Volve, and
may be able to respond more quickly to emerging technologies. In addition,
significant new competitors could arise as a result of:

     o    further technological advances; and

     o    further deregulation and other regulatory initiatives in Mexico.

     If new competitors enter the U.S. to Mexico market, sales to Qwest and
profitability could suffer.

     e.VOLVE IS SUBJECT TO CURRENCY RISKS.

     e.Volve's agreements with its Mexican suppliers are denominated in Mexican
pesos. e.Volve may be exposed to fluctuations in the Mexican peso, as well as to
downturns in the Mexican economy, all of which may adversely affect our overall
profitability. Management does not maintain financial hedges against the effects
of fluctuations in the peso to dollar exchange rate.

     THERE ARE SIGNIFICANT OPERATIONAL, FINANCIAL AND LEGAL RISKS ASSOCIATED
     WITH e.VOLVE'S MEXICO BASED OPERATIONS.

     e.Volve derives significant revenues from its Mexico based operations and
its contract with Qwest is based solely on e.Volve's continued presence in that
market. As a result, e.Volve will continue to be exposed to the risks inherent
in international operations, including, among others, the following:

     o    general economic, social and political conditions in Mexico;

     o    unexpected changes in legal or regulatory requirements resulting in
          unanticipated costs and delays;

     o    tariffs, export and exchange controls and other trade barriers;

     o    fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates;

     o    difficulty of enforcing agreements; and

     o    change in United States or Mexican laws and regulations relating to
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     e.VOLVE'S RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CONTINUED DOWNWARD PRESSURE.

     e.Volve has experienced significant and persistent downward price pressure
on the rates it charges for voice services to Mexico. Accordingly, its
historical revenues and gross margins are not indicative of future revenues and
gross margins based on comparable traffic volumes. If the prices for e.Volve's
services decrease for any reason and e.Volve is unable to increase traffic
volumes, offer additional services from which additional revenues can be
derived, or reduce its operating expenses, its operating results will decline
and the business and financial results of Novo Networks and e.Volve will suffer.

     e.VOLVE RELIES ON LIMITED SOURCES FOR SUPPLYING CRITICAL COMPONENTS OF THE
     NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE.

     e.Volve depends on a limited number of available vendors to supply the
critical components of the network infrastructure. If e.Volve is unable to
obtain these critical components on a timely basis, the services it provides to
Qwest may be delayed or interrupted, which would adversely affect e.Volve's
competitive position. Some of e.Volve's networking equipment and services are
available only from a single or a small number of sources and e.Volve does not
carry significant inventories of components. For instance, e.Volve relies on
Networks Equipment Technologies, Inc. for the majority of e.Volve's network
equipment. e.Volve's vendors also sell products to its competitors and there are
no assurances that they will not enter into exclusive arrangements with
e.Volve's competitors.

     NOVO NETWORKS' SUBSIDIARIES ARE SUBJECT TO EXTENSIVE FOREIGN, FEDERAL, AND
     STATE LAWS AND REGULATIONS.

     The telecommunications services our subsidiaries provide or formerly
provided are subject to various foreign and U.S. domestic laws and regulations.
Some of these regulations have a direct or indirect impact on our subsidiaries'
operations and the profitability of those operations. With respect to e.Volve's
U.S. to Mexico operations, e.Volve does not have a license or concession from
Mexico's Federal Telecommunications Commission, which is a requirement prior to
serving points in Mexico. Further, the FCC could determine that e.Volve's
services do not comply with the FCC's International Settlements Policy, which,
among other things, requires U.S. carriers to make certain settlement payments
to foreign carriers terminating such traffic and to terminate a certain amount
of return traffic from those carriers. The operations of some of our operating
subsidiaries are also subject to a wide variety of other regulatory
requirements, including, among other things, prior FCC and state licensing and
discontinuance requirements. In some instances, a subsidiary's past or current
operations may not or do not comply with all applicable U.S. domestic or foreign
laws or regulations. If a foreign or U.S. governmental authority, such as the
FCC or a state public service commission, were to determine that any of our
subsidiaries do not comply or are currently not in compliance with applicable
rules, our subsidiaries could be subject to sanctions, including but not limited
to fines and forfeitures.

     RISK FACTORS RELATED TO NOVO NETWORKS' COMMON STOCK

     NOVO NETWORKS' COMMON STOCK HAS A LIMITED TRADING HISTORY AND AN ILLIQUID
MARKET.

     In the past, there has only been a limited public market for Novo Networks'
common stock. If trading of our common stock is reinstated on The Nasdaq
National Market, Novo Networks cannot predict the extent to which an active
trading market will develop or how liquid that market might become. See -
"Market for Registrant's Common Equity and Related Stockholders Matters."

     THE INFINITY ENTITIES OWN A MAJORITY OF NOVO NETWORKS' COMMON STOCK AND MAY
     HAVE PLANS FOR NOVO NETWORKS THAT MAY BE DIFFERENT FROM THOSE OF OTHER
     HOLDERS OF ITS STOCK.

      The Infinity Entities, comprised of IEO Investments, Limited, Infinity
Emerging Subsidiary Limited and Infinity Investors Limited, own a majority of
the shares of capital stock of Novo Networks. The Infinity Entities, therefore,
may exercise significant control over Novo Networks' business, policies and
affairs and, in general, determine the outcome of any corporate transaction or
other matters submitted to the stockholders for approval, all in a manner that
could conflict with the interests of other shareholders.

     SHARES OF NOVO NETWORKS' COMMON STOCK ELIGIBLE FOR FUTURE SALE MAY DECREASE
THE PRICE OF ITS COMMON STOCK.

     As of September 15, 2001, Novo Networks had a total of 58,205,075 shares of
common stock eligible for future sale, consisting of:

     o    43,070,660 shares of restricted common stock outstanding;

     o    326,087 shares of common stock issuable upon conversion of our
          Series B convertible preferred stock;

     o    813,966 shares of common stock issuable upon conversion of our Series
          C convertible preferred stock;

     o    1,018,156 shares of common stock issuable upon conversion of our
          Series D convertible preferred stock;


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     o    139,378 shares of common stock issuable upon the exercise of warrants;
          and

     o    12,836,828 shares of common stock issuable upon the exercise of stock
          options.

     Novo Networks currently has 9,346,610 shares of freely tradable common
stock. Additionally, 2,324,164 shares of common stock issuable upon the exercise
of outstanding stock options granted under Novo Networks' 1999 Omnibus
Securities Plan, and 3,591,907 shares of common stock issuable upon the exercise
of outstanding stock options granted during fiscal year 2000 to certain
employees are available for immediate resale. The remaining 52,289,004 shares,
or approximately 77.4% of Novo Networks' total outstanding shares of common
stock (including shares issuable upon conversion of outstanding convertible
preferred stock, options and warrants) are "restricted securities" as defined in
Rule 144 promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Our
affiliates hold 29,759,766 shares of our common stock. Sales by our affiliates
may also be subject to Rule 144 resale limitations. Rule 144 provides a safe
harbor from registration requirements for certain types of sales of restricted
securities and securities held by affiliates. Generally, under Rule 144, if
adequate information about the registrant is available, any person who has
satisfied a one-year holding period may sell, during any three month period, up
to the greater of 1% of the shares of common stock then outstanding or the
average weekly trading volume during the four calendar weeks prior to such sale.
Sales under Rule 144 are also subject to certain restrictions related to manner
of sale and notice requirements. Sales of restricted securities by a person who
is not an affiliate of the registrant (as defined in the Securities Act of 1933,
as amended) and who has satisfied a two-year holding period may be made without
regard to volume limitations, manner of sale, notice or other requirements of
Rule 144. If Novo Networks' stockholders sell substantial amounts of their
common stock in the public market, including shares issued upon the conversion
of convertible preferred stock or the exercise of outstanding options, then the
market price of Novo Networks' common stock could fall.

     ANTI-TAKEOVER PROVISIONS COULD LIMIT NOVO NETWORKS' SHARE PRICE AND DELAY A
CHANGE OF MANAGEMENT.

     Novo Networks' certificate of incorporation and by-laws contain provisions
that could make it more difficult or even prevent a third party from acquiring
Novo Networks without the approval of our incumbent board of directors. These
provisions, among other things:

     o    divide Novo Networks' board of directors into three classes, with
          members of each class to be elected in staggered three-year terms;

     o    limit the right of stockholders to call special meetings of
          stockholders;

     o    limit the right of stockholders to present proposals or nominate
          directors for election at annual meetings of stockholders; and

     o    authorize Novo Networks' board of directors to issue preferred stock
          in one or more series without any action on the part of stockholders.

     These provisions could limit the price that investors might be willing to
pay in the future for shares of Novo Networks' common stock and significantly
impede the ability of the holders of our common stock to change management.
Provisions and agreements that inhibit or discourage takeover attempts could
reduce the market value of Novo Networks' common stock.

     NOVO NETWORKS' STOCK PRICE IS HIGHLY VOLATILE.

     The market price for Novo Networks' common stock has been highly volatile
and is likely to continue to be highly volatile. Prior to July 30, 2001 when
Nasdaq suspending the trading of Novo Networks' common stock on the Nasdaq
National Market, our trading price experienced significant price and volume
fluctuations. The market price of Novo Networks' common stock may fluctuate
significantly in response to a number of factors, some of which are beyond its
control, including:

     o    quarterly variations in operating results;

     o    changes in financial estimates by securities analysts;


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     o    announcements by us or our competitors of new products and services or
          of significant acquisitions, strategic partnerships or joint ventures;

     o    any loss or diminution of e.Volve's primary customer;

     o    departures of key personnel and consultants; and

     o    future sales of common stock.

     In the past, companies in the communications industry have been the subject
of class action litigation by investors following periods of volatility in the
price of their publicly traded securities. Novo Networks will incur substantial
legal costs if the market value of our common stock experiences adverse
fluctuations and Novo Networks becomes the subject of similar litigation that
may further affect the price of our common stock.

     AVAILABLE INFORMATION

     Novo Networks is subject to the information reporting requirements of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and in accordance therewith files
reports and other information with the Securities and Exchange Commission, as
amended. Such filings can be inspected and copied at the Public Reference
Section of the commission located at Room 1024, Judiciary Plaza, 450 Fifth
Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20549 and at regional public reference facilities
maintained by the Commission located at Citicorp Center, 500 West Madison
Street, Suite 1400, Chicago, Illinois 60661. Copies of such material can be
obtained at prescribed rates from the Public Reference Section of the Commission
by calling 1-800-SEC-0330. Such material may also be accessed electronically by
means of the commission's home page on the Internet (http://www.sec.gov).

ITEM 2. PROPERTIES

     Novo Networks' corporate offices are located at 300 Crescent Court, Suite
1760, Dallas, Texas, occupying approximately 4,200 square feet. This lease
expires on July 10, 2002.

     Our subsidiaries maintain network facilities in Miami, Dallas, Jersey City,
Mexico City, and Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City), comprising approximately
26,000 square feet in the aggregate.

ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

     On July 30, 2001, certain of our subsidiaries, including e.Volve and
AxisTel, filed voluntary petitions under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in
the District of Delaware (In re AxisTel Communications, Inc., et al., Case No.
01-10005 (RJN), jointly administered). On September 14, 2001, Novo Metro
Services filed a voluntary petition under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in
the District of Delaware (In re Novo Networks Metro Services, Inc., Case No.
01-10466 (RJN)). Our debtor subsidiaries are currently operating as
debtors-in-possession under the supervision of the District Court for the
District of Delaware.

     On April 2, 2001, iGlobal filed a voluntary petition under chapter 7 of the
Bankruptcy Code in the Northern District of Texas (In re Internet Global
Services, Inc., Case No. 01-42383-MT-7).

     On May 16, 2001, Wholesale Telecom Corporation filed suit against Novo
Networks International Services, Inc., an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of
Novo Network, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of
Florida for fraud, breach of contract, fraud in the inducement, and specific
performance in connection with an agreement for the provision of services by
Novo Networks International to Wholesale Telecom. In its complaint, Wholesale
Telecom seeks to recover from Novo Networks International compensatory damages
in excess of $500,000 and punitive damages in excess of $50,000,000. Wholesale
Telecom alleges that Novo Networks International failed to provide reliable and
fully-protected circuits. Accordingly, Wholesale Telecom has refused to pay Novo
Networks International for certain services. Novo Networks International
repeatedly attempted to address Wholesale Telecom's concerns. However, when
Wholesale Telecom persisted in its refusal to pay even undisputed amounts, Novo
Networks International suspended services. Wholesale Telecom responded by
commencing this litigation. Novo Networks International has filed a motion to
dismiss the federal court case based on the mandatory arbitration provision in
the agreement. Novo Networks International intends to vigorously defend against
Wholesale Telecom's claims and seek all relief to which it may entitled,
including, without limitation, the recovery of all amounts owed for services
rendered pursuant to the applicable rules of the American Arbitration
Association. The Wholesale Telecom action has been stayed as a result of our
debtor subsidiaries' bankruptcy.


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     On May 10, 2001, e.Volve appealed the judgment of the United States
District Court for the District of Nevada in favor of Eltrax and against Orix
Systems and e.Volve in the amount of $381,802, plus interest at the rate of
10.5% from February 19, 1998 to the date of judgment and any post-judgment
interest pending appeal to the United States District Court of Appeals for the
Ninth Circuit. e.Volve intends to vigorously pursue its rights throughout the
appellate process. The Eltrax action has been stayed as a result of our debtor
subsidiaries' bankruptcy.

     Novo Networks and our subsidiaries are involved in other legal proceedings
from time to time, none of which management believes, if decided adversely to
Novo Networks or our subsidiaries, would have a material adverse effect on our
business, financial condition or results of operations. All actions and
proceedings commenced against the debtor subsidiaries arising prior to the date
our debtor subsidiaries filed for bankruptcy protection have been stayed in
accordance with the Bankruptcy Code.

ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS

     None.


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                                     PART II

ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS

    Novo Networks' common stock was quoted on the Nasdaq National Market from
December 12, 2000 through July 30, 2001 under the symbol "NVNW" and from
November 22, 2001 through December 11, 2000 under the symbol "EVNT". From August
25, 1999 through November 21, 2000, Novo Networks' common stock was quoted on
the National Association of Securities Dealers' OTC Bulletin Board under the
symbol "EVNT". Prior to August 25, 1999, Novo Networks' common stock was quoted
on the OTC Bulletin Board under the symbol ADII. Prior to September 1999, the
market for the stock was relatively inactive.

    The following table sets forth the high and low bid prices for Novo
Networks' stock on the applicable market for the quarterly periods indicated.
Such prices reflect inter-dealer prices, without retail mark-up, mark-down or
commission, and may not necessarily represent actual transactions.

<Table>
<Caption>
                                                     BID PRICE
                                                ------------------
               QUARTER ENDING                     LOW       HIGH
             ----------------------------       -------    -------
<S>                                             <C>        <C>
             June 30, 2001                      $ 0.210    $ 1.813
             March 31, 2001                       0.781      6.375
             December 30, 2000                    2.938       7.50
             September 30, 2000                    9.50      18.25
             June 30, 2000                        11.75      30.50
             March 31, 2000                       21.00      33.00
             December 31, 1999                    12.00      32.75
             September 30, 1999                    1.38      12.50
</Table>

    On July 11, 2001, Novo Networks received a notice from Nasdaq that the
minimum bid price of Novo Networks' stock had failed to meet the requirements
for continued inclusion in the Nasdaq National Market, and that Novo Networks
had until October 9, 2001 to regain compliance. Subsequently, on July 30, 2001
Nasdaq halted trading in Novo Networks' common stock, and on August 2, 2001
requested further information from Novo Networks regarding our debtor
subsidiaries' bankruptcy, our intended business plans and our plans to regain
compliance with the minimum bid price requirements. Novo Networks has provided
Nasdaq with its response to their request for information and has proposed a
one-for-seven reverse stock split. As of the date of this Report, Novo Network
has not received any indication from Nasdaq regarding the trading halt.

    As of June 30, 2001, there were approximately 1,075 record holders of our
common stock; 18 record holders of our Series B convertible preferred stock; 7
record holders of our Series C convertible preferred stock, and 2 record holders
of our Series D convertible preferred stock.

    RECENT SALES OF UNREGISTERED SECURITIES

    On December 5, 2000, Novo Networks issued and sold a total of 7,000 shares
of its 8% Series D convertible preferred stock and 450,001 shares of Novo
Networks' common stock to two accredited investors, Rock Creek Capital Partners
II, L.P. and CB Private Equity Fund, L.P., in a private placement under Rule 506
of Regulation D of the Securities Act. Aggregate net proceeds of the issuance
were approximately $6.5 million.

    DIVIDEND POLICY

    The holders of Novo Networks' common stock are entitled to receive dividends
at such time and in such amounts as may be determined by the Board of Directors.
However, Novo Networks has not paid any dividends in the past and does not
intend to pay cash dividends on our capital stock for the foreseeable future.
Instead, Novo Networks intends to retain any and all earnings for use in the
operation and expansion of its business.

ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA

    Prior to September 22, 1999, Novo Networks was a publicly held company with
no material operations. Novo Networks was formerly known as eVentures Group,
Inc. and prior thereto, Adina, Inc., which was incorporated in the state of
Delaware on June 24, 1987. In September 1999, Novo Networks acquired (i) all of
the outstanding shares of AxisTel; (ii) approximately 66.7% of the outstanding
shares of e.Volve; (iii) approximately 17% of the outstanding shares of Gemini;
and (iv) a note receivable from e.Volve in the amount of $8,540,159, including
accrued interest. In a related transaction, Novo Networks acquired the remaining
33.3% of e.Volve in October 1999. All of the


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acquisitions and the purchase of the $8,540,159 e.Volve note were settled
through the issuance of 26,827,552 shares of Novo Networks' common stock and are
collectively referred to as the "Initial Transaction".

    Since Novo Networks had no material operations prior to the September 22,
1999 transaction, the acquisition interests of the Infinity Entities were
accounted for as a recapitalization of e.Volve. The interests in Gemini and
AxisTel contributed by the Infinity Entities have been included from the date of
investment by the Infinity Entities. In March 2000, Novo Networks acquired 100%
of iGlobal (see - Note 9 to the Consolidated Financial Statements). On April 2,
2001, iGlobal filed a voluntary petition under chapter 7 of the Bankruptcy Code.
The financial results of iGlobal are included in the financial statements since
its acquisition on March 10, 2000 through April 2, 2001. On July 30, 2001, our
principal subsidiaries, including AxisTel and e.Volve, filed voluntary petitions
under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. During fiscal 2001, all of the revenues
and direct costs reflected in the consolidated financial statements of Novo
Networks and our subsidiaries resulted from the operations of e.Volve and
AxisTel and, to a lesser extent, iGlobal.

<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                            PRO FORMA
                                                                 -------------------------------
                                                 YEAR ENDED             YEAR ENDED JUNE 30,                YEAR ENDED JUNE 30,
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS                           JUNE 30,       -------------------------------     ------------------------------
OF OPERATIONS DATA                                  2001              2000              1999              2000             1999
                                               -------------     -------------     -------------     -------------    -------------
<S>                                            <C>               <C>               <C>               <C>              <C>
Revenues ..................................    $  72,031,554     $  62,149,705     $  36,661,823     $  55,354,030    $  27,248,273
Direct costs (except for depreciation and
    amortization show below) ...............      70,807,489        59,616,970        31,624,140        51,656,016       23,311,584
                                               -------------     -------------     -------------     -------------    -------------
Gross profit ..............................        1,224,065         2,532,735         5,037,683         3,698,014        3,936,689
Selling general & administrative
expense ...................................       28,867,054        26,555,721        11,976,622        22,471,732        6,251,730
Reorganization and restructuring
charge ....................................        3,898,656                --                --                --               --
Impairment loss ...........................      120,476,247                --                --                --               --
Depreciation & amortization expense .......       20,453,633        22,753,691        22,753,691        10,007,859          957,966
                                               -------------     -------------     -------------     -------------    -------------
Loss from operations before
   other (income) expense .................     (172,471,525)      (46,776,677)      (29,692,630)      (28,781,577)      (3,273,007)


Other (income) expenses):
   Interest (income) expense, net .........         (402,376)       (1,122,086)          473,675          (920,161)       1,704,459
   Write off of unamortized debt
     discount .............................               --                --         2,000,000           917,615               --
   Equity in loss of affiliates ...........        9,023,882         5,236,183            33,776         5,236,183           33,776
   Foreign currency (gain) loss ...........          130,511          (168,431)          126,575          (168,431)         126,575
   Other ..................................          341,052           176,114            73,627            29,057          (16,930)
                                               -------------     -------------     -------------     -------------    -------------
                                                   9,093,069         4,121,780         2,707,653         5,094,263        1,847,880
                                               -------------     -------------     -------------     -------------    -------------
Net loss ..................................     (181,564,594)      (50,898,457       (32,400,283)      (33,875,840)      (5,120,887)

Imputed preferred dividend ................       (2,299,750)      (10,407,954)               --       (10,407,954)              --
                                               -------------     -------------     -------------     -------------    -------------
Net income (loss) available
   to common shareholders .................    $(183,864,344)    $ (61,306,411)    $ (32,400,283)    $ (44,283,794)   $  (5,120,887)
                                               =============     =============     =============     =============    =============
Net loss per share - (basic and
diluted) ..................................    $       (3.52)    $       (1.18)    $       (0.71)    $       (1.14)   $       (0.45)
                                               =============     =============     =============     =============    =============
Weighted average number of shares
   Outstanding - (basic and diluted)  .....       52,222,671        52,061,258        45,338,950        38,739,230       11,365,614
                                               =============     =============     =============     =============    =============
</Table>

<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                             AS OF JUNE 30,
                                                           -------------------------------------------------
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET DATA                                 2001              2000              1999
                                                           -------------     -------------     -------------
<S>                                                        <C>               <C>               <C>
Cash and cash equivalents ............................     $  16,696,537     $  40,764,246     $      39,379
Working capital (deficit) ............................         6,048,792        32,891,976        (6,590,569)
Total assets .........................................        37,897,369       218,316,373        12,588,409
Capital lease obligations, net of current portion ....         5,189,094         5,780,851         2,031,513
Long term debt .......................................                --         3,685,145         6,828,948
Total stockholders' (deficit) equity .................        16,646,296       191,950,797        (5,932,221)
</Table>

    "Pro Forma" results are unaudited and reflect operating results for the
years ended June 30, 2000 and 1999 as though the acquisition of AxisTel, the
acquisition of the remaining 33.3% of e.Volve, and the purchase of 100% of
iGlobal each had occurred on July 1, 1998. The unaudited pro forma results are
not necessarily indicative of future results, or actual results of operations
that would have occurred had the acquisitions been made on July 1, 1998.


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ITEM 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results
of Operations

    The following discussion should be read in conjunction with the consolidated
financial statements and the notes thereto found on pages F-1 to F-31 of this
Report.

    BASIS OF PRESENTATION

    Since Novo Networks had no material operations prior to the Initial
Transaction, the reorganization was accounted for as a recapitalization of
e.Volve. Accordingly, the historical financial statements of Novo Networks and
its subsidiaries presented through June 30, 1999 are those of e.Volve only. The
financial results for AxisTel are included in the financial statements of Novo
Networks and our subsidiaries since September 22, 1999, the date of acquisition.
On March 10, 2000, Novo Networks acquired 100% of iGlobal. On April 2, 2001,
iGlobal filed a voluntary petition for bankruptcy under chapter 7 of the
Bankruptcy Code. The financial results of iGlobal are included in the financial
statements of Novo Networks and our subsidiaries since its acquisition on March
10, 2000 through April 2, 2001. On July 30, 2001, Novo Networks' principal
subsidiaries, including AxisTel and e.Volve, filed voluntary petitions under
chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. During fiscal 2001, all of the revenues and
direct costs reflected in the consolidated financial statements of Novo Network
and our subsidiaries resulted from the operations of e.Volve and AxisTel and, to
a lesser extent iGlobal.

    OVERVIEW

    Due to the lack of stability in the capital markets, and sharp downturns in
both the telecommunications industry and the U.S. economy as a whole, Novo
Networks and our subsidiaries did not raise the additional capital required to
complete the build-out of our subsidiaries' global broadband network. As a
result, during the third quarter ended March 31, 2001, Novo Networks and our
subsidiaries took the following measures in an effort to reduce costs and
streamline operations: (i) delayed capital expenditures relating to the
expansion of the global broadband network, (ii) downsized the workforce by
approximately 30% and (iii) discontinued the operations of iGlobal.

         Following the March 2001 restructuring, we undertook a strategic review
of our businesses. Our board of directors determined after such a review that it
was appropriate to examine the possible sale or merger of our voice business
subsidiaries in order to maximize the potential value thereof to our
shareholders. We retained JP Morgan to assist in this regard. However, JP Morgan
was unable to locate a buyer.

         Faced with a continuing deterioration of their businesses and a
calamitous downturn in the telecommunications markets generally, our
subsidiaries took the following actions during June of 2001:

               o    further reduced their workforce by 23, a 24% reduction; and

               o    evaluated their strategic options.

         During this same period, our chief executive officer, chief operating
officer and certain directors tendered their resignations in order to pursue
other interests. None of these officers or directors resigned, to the knowledge
of current management, because of a disagreement with Novo Networks relating to
our operations, policies or practices.

         See "Reports filed on Form 8-K" elsewhere in this Report

         Following the June 2001 Restructuring and subsequent to the end of the
fiscal year, certain of our remaining operating subsidiaries filed voluntary
petitions under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. For additional information on
Bankruptcy Proceedings, see "Business - Bankruptcy Proceedings". At the same
time, Novo Networks announced that it was attempting to diversify our business
into financial services. Our subsidiaries operate in one business segment, the
provision of communication services over a private network, which uses
communications technologies that allow for the simultaneous high speed, large
scale transmission of voice, video and data.

         Revenues. Revenues are generated through the sale of products and
services, which can be divided into two product groups: broadband services and
voice services. Broadband services consist of transport services such as private
line, Asynchronous Transfer Mode and frame relay, co-location services and
managed web hosting. Voice services included the delivery of communications
services to end-users. Voice services consist principally of packet-based voice
services, voice-over-Internet-protocol or VOIP services, VOIP integration
services and prepaid calling services. Products and Services are generally
measured and billed on a per minute basis.

         Historically, Novo Networks has derived substantially all of our
consolidated revenues from the sale of voice and broadband services of e.Volve
and Axistel, subsidiaries of Novo Networks. Agreements with wholesale customers
for the provisions of these services are typically short term in duration and
rates are subject to change from time to time. Our subsidiaries' three largest
customers accounted for 47% and 73% of revenues during the twelve months ended
June 30, 2001 and 2000, respectively.

         Direct Costs. Direct costs include per minute termination charges,
lease payments and fees for fiber optic cable. Historically, the call
termination expense component of these direct costs has declined as measured on
a cost per minute

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basis. Additionally, while direct costs incurred for leasing communications
network capacity have declined, existing lease agreements are generally at fixed
rates for periods of one year or longer.

         Prior to September 1999 and effective September 2001, Novo Networks
provided international telecommunication services only from the United States to
Mexico by our e.Volve subsidiary. The majority of e.Volve's termination fees and
certain fiber optic lease payments are payable in Mexican pesos. As a result,
e.Volve was and continues to be exposed to exchange rate risk due to fluctuation
in the Mexican peso compared to the U.S. dollar. Management does not maintain
financial hedges against the effects of fluctuations in the peso to dollar
exchange rate. Continued fluctuation in the exchange rate may make it cheaper or
more expensive to purchase pesos to meet e.Volve's peso denominated expenses.
The provision of international telecommunications services from the United
States to Mexico by e.Volve constitutes our subsidiaries' primary operations.

         Selling, General and Administrative Expenses. These expenses include
general corporate expenses, management and operations salaries and expenses,
professional fees, sales and marketing expenses, travel expenses, benefits,
facilities costs and administrative expenses. Currently Novo Networks maintains
its corporate headquarters in Dallas, Texas. AxisTel and our subsidiaries have
facilities in Jersey City, New Jersey, Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City),
Dallas, Texas, Miami, Florida and Mexico City, Mexico. On July 29, 2001, Novo
Networks and the debtor subsidiaries entered into an Administrative Services
Agreement pursuant to which Novo Networks agreed to provide the debtor
subsidiaries with accounting, billing and collections, human resources, payroll,
information systems, operational and network support, limited non-bankruptcy
legal and regulatory services and various related secretarial and administrative
services. In return for these services, the debtor subsidiaries pay a weekly fee
of $30,000. The Administrative Services Agreement expires on November 30, 2001,
unless extended by the parties.

         Depreciation and Amortization. Depreciation and amortization represent
the depreciation of property, plant and equipment and the amortization of
goodwill resulting from the reorganization transactions and the acquisition of
iGlobal. Due to the significant impairment losses recorded during the third and
fourth quarters of fiscal 2001, Novo Networks expects our depreciation and
amortization costs to decrease significantly.

         Equity in Loss of Affiliates. Equity in losses of affiliates results
from our minority ownership in certain investments that are accounted for under
the equity method of accounting. Under the equity method, Novo Networks'
proportionate share of each affiliate's operating losses and amortization of the
our net excess investment over our equity in each affiliate's net assets is
included in equity in losses of affiliates. As a result of declining market
conditions and the uncertainties surrounding the recoverability of our
investments, Novo Networks expects to record additional losses related to our
affiliates.



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SUMMARY OF OPERATING RESULTS

    The table below summarizes Novo Networks' consolidated operating results:

<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                             For the Year Ended June 30,
                                                   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                        2001          %             2000          %             1999          %
                                                   -------------   -------     -------------   -------     -------------   -------
<S>                                                <C>             <C>         <C>             <C>         <C>             <C>
Revenues .......................................   $  72,031,554       100%    $  55,354,030       100%    $  27,248,273       100%
Direct costs (except for depreciation and
     amortization shown below) .................      70,807,489        98%       51,656,016        93%       23,311,584        86%
                                                   -------------   -------     -------------   -------     -------------   -------
Gross profit ...................................       1,224,065         2%        3,698,014         7%        3,936,689        14%
Selling, general and administrative expenses ...      28,867,054        40%       22,471,732        41%        6,251,730        23%
Reorganization and restructuring charge ........       3,898,656         5%               --         0%               --         0%
Impairment loss ................................     120,476,247       166%               --         0%               --         0%
Depreciation and amortization ..................      20,453,633        28%       10,007,859        18%          957,966         4%
                                                   -------------   -------     -------------   -------     -------------   -------
Loss from operations, before
     other (income) expense ....................    (172,471,525)     (239)%     (28,781,577)      (52)%      (3,273,007)      (12)%

Other (income) expenses:
     Interest expense (income), net ............        (402,376)       (1)%        (920,161)       (2)%       1,704,459         6%
     Write off of unamortized debt discount ....              --         0%          917,615         2%               --         0%
     Equity in loss of affiliates ..............       9,023,882        13%        5,236,183         9%           33,776         0%
     Foreign currency (gain) loss ..............         130,511         0%         (168,431)       (0%)         126,575         0%
     Other .....................................         341,052         1%           29,057         0%          (16,930)       (0)%
                                                   -------------   -------     -------------   -------     -------------   -------
                                                       9,093,069        14%        5,094,263         9%        1,847,880         7%
                                                   -------------   -------     -------------   -------     -------------   -------
Net loss .......................................    (181,564,594)     (252)%     (33,875,840)      (61)%      (5,120,887)      (19)%

Imputed preferred dividend......................      (2,299,750)                (10,407,954)                         --
                                                   -------------               -------------               -------------
Net loss available
     to common shareholders ....................   $(183,864,344)              $ (44,283,794)              $  (5,120,887)
                                                   =============               =============               =============

Net loss per share - (basic and diluted)........   $       (3.52)              $       (1.14)              $       (0.45)
                                                   =============               =============               =============
Weighted average number of shares
     outstanding - (basic and diluted) .........      52,222,671                  38,739,230                  11,365,614
                                                   =============               =============               =============
</Table>

FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2001 COMPARED TO FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2000

    Revenues. Revenues increased to $72.0 million during fiscal 2001, an
increase of $16.6 million or 30% from $55.4 million in fiscal 2000. Fiscal 2001
revenues were generated through the sale of: (i) 94.5% voice services, (ii) 3.5%
broadband services and (iii) 2% Internet services. Fiscal 2000 revenues were
generated through the sale of (i) 96% voice services, (ii) 3% broadband services
and (iii) 1% Internet services.

    The increase in fiscal 2001 revenues is primarily the result of both (i)
revenues generated from AxisTel, which was acquired as part of the Initial
Transaction, being included for a full twelve months during the current year
versus nine months in the prior year and (ii) a 42% increase in the number of
minutes transmitted. During fiscal 2001, our subsidiaries transmitted
approximately 753 million minutes versus 504 million minutes in fiscal 2000, an
increase of 49%. The average revenue per minute decreased to $0.10 in fiscal
2001 from $0.11 in fiscal 2000.

    Direct Costs. Direct costs increased to $70.8 million during fiscal 2001
from $51.7 million during fiscal 2000, an increase of $19.1 million.
Approximately $15.5 million of the increase during the current year is a result
of the increased volume of minutes transmitted over the network. The remainder
of the increase is primarily related to increased fixed line costs associated
with adding network capacity during the first and second quarters in
anticipation of growth for broadband services. As a percentage of revenues,
direct costs during fiscal 2001 increased to 98% from 93% during fiscal 2000.
The increase in direct costs as a percentage of revenues was primarily due to
network expansion during the first and second quarters.

    Selling, General and Administrative Expenses. Selling, general and
administrative expenses increased 28% or $6.4 million during fiscal 2001 to
$28.9 million from $22.5 million in fiscal 2000. The increase in selling,
general and


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administrative expenses during fiscal 2001 resulted primarily from (i) increase
of $8.0 million in costs related to the global network build-out of our
operating subsidiaries and the associated expansion of staffing and facilities
(ii) increased bad debt expense of $2.8 million due to deterioration in the
credit quality of certain customers of AxisTel and e.Volve and (iii) increased
iGlobal expense of $1.9 million due to the inclusion of iGlobal for 9 months
during fiscal 2001, compared to 3 months during fiscal 2000. The increase was
offset in part by decreases in (i) professional fees and consulting expense of
$3.5 million, (ii) stock-based compensation of $1.2 million and (iii) vendor
settlement costs included in the prior year of $1.7 million. Novo Networks
anticipates that selling, general and administrative expenses will decrease
significantly as a result of the recent measures implemented to reduce costs and
the cessation of the buildout of our subsidiaries' networks.

    Reorganization and Restructuring Charge. In October 2000, Novo Networks
began execution of a plan to consolidate the operations and management of its
wholly-owned subsidiaries into a single broadband network and communication
services company. Additionally, the plan had a renewed focus on providing
broadband and voice services to other service providers, which resulted in the
discontinuation of retail Internet access services. Novo Networks recorded
reorganization and restructuring expenses totaling $3.9 million during fiscal
2001. The reorganization and restructuring resulted in the elimination of 19
positions, which occurred over approximately a three-month period. The
reorganization and restructuring charge of $3.9 million includes cash
expenditures totaling $1.5 million related to (i) personnel severance of $0.6
million (ii) lease abandonment of $0.6 million, and (iii) other costs of $0.3
million and $2.4 million of non-cash charges, primarily for the write-down of
impaired assets and the fair value of stock options granted to a former employee
as part of his separation agreement.

    Impairment Loss. During fiscal 2001 Novo Networks recorded an impairment
loss totaling $120.5 million related to (i) Novo Networks' investment in
iGlobal, (ii) goodwill relating to the Initial Transaction, (iii) investments in
affiliates and (iv) property and equipment. As previously discussed, during
fiscal 2001 we made the decision to discontinue all iGlobal product offerings,
services and operations which resulted in recording an impairment loss of $61.6
million, comprised primarily of the write-off of non-cash goodwill. Further, in
assessing the recoverability of the remaining goodwill related to the Initial
Transaction, Novo Networks recorded an impairment loss of $24.2 million. Novo
Networks recorded an impairment loss of $10.8 million related to our investments
in affiliates as a result of the declining market conditions and the
uncertainties surrounding the recoverability of investments. As a result of the
decision to discontinue the historical business of AxisTel, Novo Networks
recorded an impairment loss of $23.9 million related to certain of AxisTel's
network assets. The impairment charge of $23.9 million includes the write-down
of AxisTel's New York to Los Angeles fiber optic circuit of $12.4 million and
related prepaid maintenance of $1.6 million.

    Depreciation and Amortization. As a result of the reorganization
transactions in September 1999 and October 1999 and the acquisition of iGlobal
in March 2000, Novo Networks recorded approximately $113.9 million in goodwill.
Amortization of goodwill during the twelve months ended June 30, 2001 totaled
$15.3 million compared to $7.5 million in fiscal 2000. During fiscal 2001 Novo
Networks recorded an impairment loss of $86.6 million relating to goodwill. As a
result of the decision to dispose of iGlobal operations, iGlobal-related
goodwill of $62.4 million was written off. Additionally, in assessing the
recoverability of the goodwill related to the September 1999 and October 1999
transactions, we wrote-off the remaining goodwill of $24.2 million. In July
2001, the FASB issued SFAS No. 142, "Goodwill and Other Intangibles". Under SFAS
142, goodwill is no longer subject to amortization over its estimated useful
life. To the extent there are any future acquisitions, there will no longer be
amortization expense related to goodwill. Depreciation recorded on fixed assets
during the current fiscal year totaled $4.9 million compared to $2.5 million
during fiscal 2000. The increased depreciation is reflective of Novo Networks'
continued investment in our network infrastructure during fiscal 2001.

    Interest (Income) Expense, Net. Novo Networks recorded interest income, net
of expense of $0.4 million in fiscal 2001 compared to $0.9 million in fiscal
2000. The decreased interest income is due to lower cash balances during fiscal
2001. The higher fiscal 2000 cash balances resulted from private placements of
preferred and common stock of $86.7 million in fiscal 2000.

    Equity in Losses of Affiliates. Equity in losses of affiliates resulted from
Novo Networks' minority ownership in certain investments that are accounted for
under the equity method of accounting. Under the equity method, Novo Networks'
proportionate share of each affiliate's operating losses and amortization of our
net excess investment over our equity in each affiliate's net assets is included
in equity in losses of affiliates. Equity in losses of affiliates was $9.0
million in fiscal 2001 from $5.2 million during fiscal 2000, an increase of $3.8
million. This loss primarily resulted from Novo Networks' 22% equity interest in
Gemini. Novo Networks anticipates that our strategic investments accounted for
under the equity method will continue to invest in the development of the our
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will continue to recognize operating losses, which will result in future charges
to earnings as Novo Networks records our proportionate share of such losses.

    Foreign Currency Gain or Loss. Foreign currency loss during fiscal 2001 was
$0.1 million compared to a gain of $0.2 million during fiscal 2000. This
variance was the result of unfavorable exchange rate fluctuations in the Mexican
peso compared to the U.S. dollar.

FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2000 COMPARED TO FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1999

    Revenues. Revenues increased to $55.4 million in fiscal 2000, an increase of
$28.2 million or 104% from $27.2 million in fiscal 1999. Fiscal 2000 revenues
were generated through the sale of: (i) 96% voice services, (ii) 3% broadband
services and (iii) 1% Internet services. All of fiscal 1999 revenues were
generated through the sale of voice services.

    The increase in fiscal 2000 revenues primarily resulted from the acquisition
of AxisTel in September 1999, which increased revenues by $15.5 million. An
increase in the sale of Internet Protocol telephony minutes also contributed to
the increase in revenues, which was partially offset by a decrease in the
average price per minute charged. In fiscal 2000, 504 million minutes were
transmitted versus 165 million minutes in fiscal 1999. Excluding the 109 million
minutes added as a result of the acquisition of AxisTel, minutes were increased
during fiscal 2000 by 230 million minutes as compared to fiscal 1999, an
increase of 139%. The average price per minute charged for these minutes
decreased to $0.11 in fiscal 2000 from $0.17 in fiscal 1999.

    Direct Costs. Direct costs increased to $51.7 million in fiscal 2000 from
$23.3 million in fiscal 1999, an increase of $28.4 million. The increase in
direct costs is primarily a result of the AxisTel acquisition in September 1999
which increased direct costs by $16.5 million and increased traffic volumes,
which were offset partially by lower per minute termination costs. The average
cost per minute to terminate calls decreased to $0.09 in fiscal 2000 from $0.14
in fiscal 1999. As a percentage of revenues, direct costs in fiscal 2000
increased to 93% from 86% in fiscal 1999. The increase in direct costs as a
percentage of revenues was primarily due to the average price per minute
decreasing faster than the cost per minute for termination.

    Selling, General and Administrative Expenses. Selling, general and
administrative expenses increased $16.2 million in fiscal 2000 to $22.5 million
from $6.3 million in fiscal 1999. The increase in selling, general and
administrative expenses in fiscal 2000 resulted primarily from (i) expenses
incurred by companies acquired during fiscal 2000 of $6.1 million, (ii) an
increase in professional and consulting fees of $3.6 million, (iii) amounts
charged to expense as a result of the issuance of common stock for the
settlement of accounts payable totaling $2.8 million, (iv) compensation expense
of $2.0 million related to the issuance of options below the market value of our
stock; and (v) an increase in salary expense of $1.1 million as a result of
establishing and expanding Novo Networks' corporate office.

    Depreciation and Amortization. As a result of the reorganization
transactions in September 1999 and October 1999 and the acquisition of iGlobal
in March 2000, Novo Networks recorded approximately $113.9 million in goodwill.
Amortization of goodwill in fiscal 2000 totaled $7.5 million. Novo Networks
recorded $2.5 million depreciation on fixed assets compared to $1.0 in fiscal
1999. The increased depreciation in fiscal 2000 is reflective of Novo Networks'
continued investment in our network infrastructure.

    Interest (Income) Expense, Net. Novo Networks recorded interest income, net
of expense of $0.9 million in fiscal 2000 compared to net interest expense of
$1.7 million in fiscal 1999. This net change of $2.6 million primarily resulted
from the elimination of $8.0 million of e.Volve debentures as a result of the
reorganization transaction on September 22, 1999 and interest income on higher
cash balances maintained from the proceeds of private placements completed in
fiscal 2000.

    Write Off Of Unamortized Debt Discount and Recognition of Imputed Preferred
Stock Dividend. The $0.9 million write off of unamortized debt discount in
fiscal 2000 resulted from the elimination of e.Volve's outstanding debentures as
a result of the reorganization transaction. Novo Networks reported an imputed
dividend in fiscal 2000 of $10.4 million as a result of the difference between
the market closing prices for Novo Networks' common stock on the dates on which
Novo Networks issued convertible preferred stock during the period and the price
per share at which such preferred stock is convertible into common shares.


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    Equity in Losses of Affiliates. Equity in losses of affiliates resulted from
Novo Networks' minority ownership in certain investments that are accounted for
under the equity method of accounting. Under the equity method, Novo Networks'
proportionate share of each affiliate's operating losses and amortization of its
net excess investment over our equity in each affiliate's net assets is included
in equity in losses of affiliates. Equity in losses of affiliates was $5.2
million in fiscal 2000. This loss primarily resulted from Novo Networks' 22%
equity interest in Gemini.

    Foreign Currency Gain or Loss. Foreign currency gain during fiscal 2000 was
$0.2 million compared to a loss of $0.1 million during fiscal 1999. This
variance was the result of favorable exchange rate fluctuations in the Mexican
peso compared to the U.S. dollar.

LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES

     GENERAL

     At June 30, 2001, Novo Networks had consolidated current assets of $22.1
million, including cash and cash equivalents of $16.7 million. The working
capital surplus at June 30, 2001 was $6.0 million.

     Historically, Novo Networks and our subsidiaries have funded their
operations primarily through investments by Novo Networks in our subsidiaries of
the proceeds of private placements of Novo Networks' common and preferred stock
and borrowings by our subsidiaries under loan and capital lease agreements.
Principal uses of cash have been to fund (i) the expansion of operations; (ii)
working capital requirements; (iii) capital expenditures, primarily related to
network equipment and capacity; (iv) operating losses; and (v) acquisitions and
strategic investments. Due to the lack of stability in the capital markets and
the economy's recent downturn, Novo Networks' only source of funding, in the
near term, is cash on hand. Furthermore, Novo Networks' principal subsidiaries
are currently operating as debtors-in-possession under the Bankruptcy Code.
While Novo Networks has agreed to provide the secured debtor-in-possession
financing with $1.6 million, our debtor subsidiaries may require additional
outside funding if they cannot generate enough cash from operations, which could
be difficult to obtain on acceptable terms, if at all. Novo Networks has made no
further commitments to our debtor subsidiaries. Due to the uncertainty
surrounding Novo Networks and our debtor subsidiaries, management is unable to
determine whether cash balances on June 30, 2001 will be sufficient to meet our
funding requirements through the next twelve months.

     As a result of Novo Networks' and our subsidiaries' inability to raise
sufficient capital to complete the planned build-out of the global broadband
network and the continued deterioration and financial difficulties in the
telecommunications industry, Novo Networks and our subsidiaries have taken the
following measures in an effort to reduce costs and streamline operations: (i)
abandoned the global broadband network rollout, (ii) downsized the workforce to
minimal staffing levels, a 85% reduction from the highest staffing level in
fiscal 2001, (iii) discontinued the operations of iGlobal (see - Note 9 to the
Consolidated Financial Statements), (iv) began measures to discontinue
unprofitable telecommunication services and routes, and (v) established a new
financial services division to diversify operations.

     Novo Networks' consolidated revenues rely on revenues from the provision of
voice services by e.Volve, which typically generate minimal, gross margin. While
e.Volve hopes to be able to increase the volume of voice traffic, and therefore
increase the absolute amount of gross profit from the sale of voice services,
our subsidiaries have historically not been able to fund their operations from
voice services. As a result, during fiscal 2001, Novo Networks recorded
write-downs of communication assets, goodwill and other strategic investments,
which cannot reasonably be expected to be recovered from positive future cash
flows. Additionally, without access to additional capital, e.Volve might not be
able to add enough capacity to its remaining network to accommodate the volume
of voice traffic required to generate sufficient gross profit to meet
operational and capital expenditure requirements.

     Novo Networks' largest customer, Qwest, accounted for approximately 36% of
consolidated revenues during fiscal 2001. e.Volve's reliance on Qwest has
increased following the end of fiscal 2001 and Qwest now accounts for all of
e.Volve's revenues. e.Volve has not experienced any material problems in
collecting amounts owed by Qwest. e.Volve anticipates that Qwest will continue
to account for all of e.Volve's revenues in the near-term.

    The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared
assuming that Novo Networks will continue as a going concern. The financial
statements do not include any adjustments related to the recoverability and
classification of asset carrying amounts or the amount and classification of
liabilities that might result should Novo Networks be unable to continue as a
going concern.

    The net cash provided by or used in operating, investing, and financing
activities for the years ended June 30, 2001, 2000, and 1999 is summarized
below:


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<Table>
<Caption>
                                              For the Year Ended June 30,
                                    ------------------------------------------------
                                        2001              2000              1999
                                    ------------      ------------      ------------
<S>                                 <C>               <C>               <C>
Net cash provided by (used in):
     Operating activities           $(23,580,873)     $ (9,159,753)     $ (1,430,791)
     Investing activities             (4,581,003)      (34,978,025)       (1,269,454)
     Financing activities              4,094,167        84,862,645           322,408
                                    ------------      ------------      ------------
                                    $(24,067,709)     $ 40,724,867      $ (2,377,837)
                                    ============      ============      ============
</Table>

    The increased use of cash in operating activities during fiscal 2001 as
compared to 2000 is primarily attributable to increased overhead costs
associated with expanding our subsidiaries' overall operations which encompass:
(i) networks, (ii) facilities, (iii) employee costs and (iv) costs incurred by
companies acquired during fiscal 2000. The increase in net cash used in
operating activities in fiscal 2000 as compared to fiscal 1999 was principally a
result of costs incurred by companies acquired during fiscal 2000, and to a
lesser extent the costs associated with establishing and expanding Novo
Networks' corporate office.

    Net cash used in investing activities was $4.6 million, $35.0 million, and
$1.3 million in fiscal years 2001, 2000, and 1999 respectively. Investing
activities in the current year period consisted principally of purchases of
network equipment of $3.0 million by Novo Networks' subsidiaries and investments
in affiliated companies of $1.1 million. Fiscal 2000 investing activities were
comprised primarily of investments in affiliated companies of $21.1 million and
purchases of network equipment and other fixed assets by Novo Networks'
subsidiaries of $13.6 million. Cash flows used in investing activities in fiscal
1999 consisted primarily of purchases of fixed assets of $1.2 million.

    Cash flows provided by financing activities totaled $4.1 million, $84.9
million and $0.3 million in fiscal years 2001, 2000 and 1999, respectively.
Fiscal 2001 financing activities consisted principally of (i) net proceeds from
the private placement of common and preferred stock by Novo Networks of $6.5
million, and (ii) borrowings by a subsidiary under a credit agreement for
equipment purchases of $0.3 million, offset partially by capital lease payments
of $2.8 million. Fiscal 2000 financing activities consisted principally of net
proceeds from the private placement of common and preferred stock by Novo
Networks of $86.7 million offset in part by capital lease payments of $1.3
million. Cash flows provided from financing activities in fiscal 1999 consisted
primarily of proceeds from the issuance of debentures of $2.0 million offset by
payments on capital leases of $1.7 million.

    The private placement completed in fiscal 2001 consisted of the issuance of
450,001 shares of common stock and 7,000 shares of Series D Convertible
Preferred Stock with aggregate net proceeds of approximately $6.5 million.
Proceeds from these issuances were for general corporate purposes and for use as
capital for new investments and projects. Shares of Series D Convertible
Preferred Stock are convertible into shares of Novo Networks' common stock at a
price of $7.00 per share. For a description of the rights and privileges of each
equity security, please see Note 16 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

RECENTLY ADOPTED ACCOUNTING STANDARDS

    See Note 3 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

EFFECTS ON INFLATION

    Novo Networks does not believe that the businesses of our subsidiaries are
impacted by inflation to a significantly different extent than is the general
economy. However, there can be no assurances that inflation will not have a
material effect on operations in the future.

ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

     e.Volve is exposed to the impact of political instability, foreign
currency, interest rate and other risks.

     Political Instability Risks. e.Volve has relationships with foreign
suppliers in Mexico. e.Volve has not experienced any negative economic
consequences as a result of relationships with foreign suppliers, but may be
negatively affected should political instability develop.

     Foreign Currency Risks. Since the agreements e.Volve has entered into with
certain Mexican suppliers are denominated in Mexican pesos, e.Volve may be
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the Mexican economy, all of which may affect profitability. During the fiscal
year ended June 30, 2001, $19.8 million of e.Volve's direct costs were
denominated in Mexican pesos. e.Volve's foreign currency loss during the year
ended June 30, 2001 totaled $0.1 million. Management does not currently maintain
any financial hedges against future fluctuations in the peso to dollar exchange
rate.

    Interest Rate Risks. Novo Networks has investments in money market funds of
approximately $15.8 million at June 30, 2001. Due to the short-term nature of
Novo Networks' investments, Novo Networks believes that the effects of changes
in interest rates are limited and would not materially impact profitability.

ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA

    Please refer to pages F-1 to F-31, as well as FS-1 and FS-2.

ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE

         On January 2, 2001, we dismissed BDO Seidman LLP as our independent
public accountant. The decision to change accountants was recommended by the
Audit Committee of our Board of Directors, and approved by our Board of
Directors. During the fiscal years ended June 30, 2000 and 2001 and the interim
period subsequent to June 30, 2001, (i) there have been no disagreements with
BDO Seidman LLP or Arthur Andersen LLP on any matter of accounting principles or
practices, financial statement disclosure or auditing scope or procedure which,
if not resolved to the satisfaction of the our independent accountants, would
have caused the independent accountant to make reference to such matter in
connection with its report; and (ii) there have been no reportable events (as
described in Regulation S-K Item 304 (a)(1)). BDO Seidman's report on the
financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2000 contained no adverse
opinion or disclaimer of opinion and was not qualified or modified as to
uncertainty, audit scope or accounting principles.

                                    PART III

ITEM 10. DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT

    Information called for by Item 10 will be set forth under the caption
"Election of Directors" in Novo Networks' 2001 Proxy Statement, which will be
filed not later than 120 days after the end of Novo Networks' fiscal year ended
June 30, 2001, and which is incorporated herein by this reference.

ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION

    Information called for by Item 11 will be set forth under the caption
"Executive Compensation and Other Matters" in Novo Networks' 2001 Proxy
Statement, which will be filed not later than 120 days after the end of our
fiscal year ended June 30, 2001, and which is incorporated herein by this
reference.

ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT

    Information called for by Item 12 will be set forth under the caption
"Security Ownership of Directors, Management and Principal Stockholders" in our
2001 Proxy Statement, which will be filed not later than 120 days after the end
of Novo Networks' fiscal year ended June 30, 2001, and which is incorporated
herein by this reference.

ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS

    Information called for by Item 13 will be set forth under the caption
"Certain Relationships and Related Transactions" in Novo Networks' 2001 Proxy
Statement, which will be filed not later than 120 days after the end of the our
fiscal year ended June 30, 2001, and which is incorporated herein by this
reference.


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                                     PART IV

ITEM 14. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES, AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K

    (a) The following documents are filed as part of this report.

    1. Financial Statements:

    Consolidated Financial Statements of Novo Networks, Inc. as of June 30,
    2001, 2000 and 1999.

    2. Financial Statement Schedules

    Schedule II-Valuation and Qualifying Accounts and Reserves

    3. Exhibits

<Table>
<Caption>
EXHIBIT                                                                                                                 FILED
NUMBER                          DESCRIPTION                                            INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE       HEREWITH
-------     --------------------------------------------------------------------     -----------------------------     --------
                                                                                     FORM         DATE      NUMBER
<S>         <C>                                                                      <C>       <C>          <C>        <C>
 3.1        Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of eVentures           10-Q       5/15/2000     3.1
            Group, Inc.

 3.2        Amended and Restated Certificate of Designation of Rights,               10        12/20/1999     3.6
            Preferences and Privileges of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock,
            dated October 14, 1999.

 3.3        Certificate of Designation of Rights, Preferences and Privileges of      10        12/20/1999     3.7
            Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, dated as of November 10, 1999

 3.4        Certificate of Amendment, dated as of December 15, 1999, to the          10        12/20/1999     3.8
            Certificate of Designation of Rights, Preferences and Privileges of
            Series B Convertible Preferred Stock.

 3.5        Certificate of Designation, Preferences and Rights of Series C           10/A        3/8/2000     3.9
            Convertible Preferred Stock, dated as of February 22, 2000.

 3.6        Amendment to Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation,          10-Q       2/14/2001     3.1
            filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware on
            November 13, 2000.

 3.7        Amendment to Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation,          10-Q       2/14/2001     3.2
            filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware on
            December 11, 2000.

 3.8        Certificate of Designation, Rights and Preferences of Series D           10-Q       2/14/2001     4.1
            Convertible Preferred Stock, filed on December 5, 2000.

 3.9        Amended and Restated By-Laws of eVentures Group, Inc.                    10-Q       5/15/2000     3.2

 4.1        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of September 22, 1999, among     8-K        10/7/1999     4.1
            the Registrant and the persons and entities set forth on Schedule 1
            thereto (the "First Registration Rights Agreement).

 4.2        Addendum to the First Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of         10/A        3/8/2000     4.2
            October 19, 1999, among eVentures Group, Inc., the persons set forth
            on Schedule 1 thereto and the other parties to the First
            Registration Rights Agreement.

 4.3        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of November 24, 1999,            10/A        3/8/2000     4.3
            between eVentures Group, Inc. and the person and entities
            signatories thereto, as holders of shares of Series B Convertible
            Preferred Stock.

 4.4        Letter Agreement, dated December 15, 1999, to the parties to the         10/A        3/8/2000     4.4
            Registration Rights Agreement dated as of September 27, 1999.
</Table>


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<Table>
<Caption>
EXHIBIT                                                                                                                 FILED
NUMBER                          DESCRIPTION                                            INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE       HEREWITH
-------     --------------------------------------------------------------------     -----------------------------     --------
                                                                                     FORM         DATE      NUMBER
<S>         <C>                                                                      <C>       <C>          <C>        <C>
 4.5        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of December 31, 1999,            10/A        3/8/2000     4.5
            between eVentures Group, Inc. and the persons and entities
            signatories thereto, as holders of shares of Series C Convertible
            Preferred Stock.

 4.6        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of March 10, 2000, among         8-K        3/27/2000     4.1
            eVentures Group, Inc. and the persons and entities listed on
            Schedule 1 thereto.

 4.7        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000, by and         10-Q       5/15/2000     4.2
            among eVentures Group, Inc. and the signatories thereto.

 4.8        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of May 26, 2000, by and          10-K       9/28/2000     4.8
            among eVentures Group, Inc., Andrew Pakula and Laura Berland.

 4.9        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of June 16, 2000, between        10-K       9/28/2000     4.9
            eVentures Group, Inc. and U.S. Telesource.

 4.10       Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of December 5, 2000, among       10-Q       2/14/2001    10.1
            Rock Creek Partners, II, Ltd., CB Private Equity Partners L.P. and
            eVentures Group, Inc.

 9.1        Voting Agreement, dated as of December 5, 2000, among Rock Creek         10-Q       2/14/2001     9
            Partners II, Ltd, CB Private Equity Partners L.P. and eVentures
            Group, Inc.

 10.1       Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of June 11, 1998, among Orix     10/A        3/8/2000    10.1
            Global Communications, Inc., certain of its shareholders and the
            purchasers named thereunder and Exhibits thereto.

 10.2       Debenture, dated as of June 11, 1998.                                    10        12/20/1999    10.2

 10.3       Letter Agreement, dated as of August 19, 1998 between Orix Global        10        12/20/1999    10.3
            Communications and Infinity Investors Limited.

 10.4       Debenture, dated as of August 19, 1998.                                  10        12/20/1999    10.4

 10.5       Letter Agreement, dated as of February 9, 1999 between Orix Global                 12/20/1999    10.5
            Communications and Infinity Investors Limited.

 10.6       Debenture, dated as of February 9, 1999.                                 10        12/20/1999    10.6

 10.7       Letter Agreement, dated as of April 15, 1999 among Orix Global           10        12/20/1999    10.7
            Communications, Inc., Infinity Investors Limited and the Founders
            (as defined therein).

 10.8       Amended and Restated Debenture, dated as of April 15, 1999.              10        12/20/1999    10.8

 10.9       Letter Agreement, dated as of April 29, 1999 between Orix Global         10        12/20/1999    10.9
            Communications and Infinity Investors Limited.

 10.10      Debenture, dated as of April 29, 1999.                                   10        12/20/1999    10.10

 10.11      Letter Agreement, dated as of April 30, 1999, between Orix Global        10        12/20/1999    10.11
            Communications, Inc. and Infinity Investors Limited.

 10.12      Debenture, dated as of April 30, 1999.                                   10        12/20/1999    10.12

 10.13      Note, dated as of August 20, 1999.                                       10/A        3/8/2000    10.13

 10.14      Promissory Note, dated as of March 2, 2000.                              10/A        3/8/2000    10.14

 10.15      Warrant Agreement, dated as of March 2, 2000, between i2v2.com Inc.      10/A        3/8/2000    10.15
            and eVentures Group, Inc.
</Table>


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<PAGE>

<Table>
<Caption>
EXHIBIT                                                                                                                 FILED
NUMBER                          DESCRIPTION                                            INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE       HEREWITH
-------     --------------------------------------------------------------------     -----------------------------     --------
                                                                                     FORM         DATE      NUMBER
<S>         <C>                                                                      <C>       <C>          <C>        <C>
 10.16      Lease Agreement, dated December, 1998, between AxisTel                   10        12/20/1999    10.13
            International, Inc. and Evergreen America Corporation.

 10.17      Lease Agreement, dated November 24, 1997, between Orix Global            10        12/20/1999    10.14
            Communications, Inc. and Trust F/3959 of Banco del Atlantico.

 10.18      Assignment Agreement, dated April 1, 1998, among Orix Global             10        12/20/1999    10.15
            Communications, Inc., Latin Gate de Mexico S.A. de C.V. and Trust
            F/3959 of Banco del Atlantico.

 10.19      Letter Agreement, dated April 3, 2000, between Marcus & Partners,        10-K       9/28/2000    10.26
            L.P. and eVentures Group, Inc.

 10.20      Guaranty Agreement by eVentures Group, Inc. as inducement to             10        12/20/1999    10.20
            Telecommunications Finance Group to provide a lease to AxisTel
            Communications, Inc., dated as of October 13, 1999.

 10.21      Amended and Restated 1999 Omnibus Securities Plan, dated as of           10/A        3/8/2000    10.23
            September 22, 1999. (compensatory agreement)

 10.22      Employment Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000, between eVentures       10-Q       5/15/2000    10.5
            Group, Inc. and Daniel J. Wilson. (compensatory agreement)


 10.23      Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement between eVentures Group,         10-Q      11/14/2000    10.2
            Inc. and Daniel J. Wilson, dated as of September 25, 2000

 10.24      Stock Option Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000 between eVentures      10-Q       5/15/2000    10.6
            Group, Inc. and Daniel J. Wilson. (compensatory agreement)

 10.25      Employment Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000, between eVentures       10-Q       5/15/2000    10.7
            Group, Inc. and Chad E. Coben. (compensatory agreement)

 10.26      Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement between eVentures Group,         10-Q      11/14/2000    10.5
            Inc. and Chad E. Coben, dated as of September 25, 2000

 10.27      Stock Option Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000 between eVentures      10-Q       5/15/2000    10.8
            Group, Inc. and Chad E. Coben. (compensatory agreement)

 10.28      Employment Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000, between eVentures       10-Q       5/15/2000    10.9
            Group, Inc. and Barrett N. Wissman. (compensatory agreement)

 10.29      Stock Option Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000 between eVentures      10-Q       5/15/2000    10.10
            Group, Inc. and Barrett N. Wissman. (compensatory agreement)

 10.30      Employment Agreement, dated as of April 17, 2000, between eVentures      10-Q       5/15/2000    10.13
            Group, Inc. and Susie C. Holliday. (compensatory agreement)

 10.31      Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement between eVentures Group,         10-Q      11/14/2000    10.6
            Inc. and Susie C. Holliday, dated as of September 25, 2000

 10.32      Stock Option Agreement, dated as of April 17, 2000 between eVentures     10-Q       5/15/2000    10.14
            Group, Inc. and Susie C. Holliday. (compensatory agreement)

 10.33      Amendment to Non-Qualified Stock Option Agreement between eVentures      10-Q      11/14/2000    10.7
            Group, Inc. and Susie C. Holliday, dated October 2, 2000
</Table>


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<PAGE>

<Table>
<Caption>
EXHIBIT                                                                                                                 FILED
NUMBER                          DESCRIPTION                                            INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE       HEREWITH
-------     --------------------------------------------------------------------     -----------------------------     --------
                                                                                     FORM         DATE      NUMBER
<S>         <C>                                                                      <C>       <C>          <C>        <C>
 10.34      Employment Agreement, dated as of March 10, 2000, between IGS            10-K       9/28/2000    10.44
            Acquisition Corporation and David N. Link. (compensatory agreement)

 10.35      Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement between eVentures Group,         10-Q      11/14/2000    10.8
            Inc. and David N. Link, dated as of September 25, 2000

 10.36      Common Stock Subscription Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000, by       10-Q       5/15/2000    10.15
            and among eVentures Group, Inc. and the signatories thereto.

 10.37A     Form of New Directors and Officers Indemnification Agreement             10-K       9/28/2000    10.49A

 10.37B     Schedule of Parties to New Directors and Officers Indemnification        10-K       9/28/2000    10.49B
            Agreement.

 10.38A     Form of Incumbent Directors and Officers Indemnification Agreement       10-K       9/28/2000    10.50A

 10.38B     Schedule of Parties to Incumbent Directors and Officers                  10-K       9/28/2000    10.50B
            Indemnification Agreement.

 10.39      Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of May 3, 2000, by and among     10-Q       5/15/2000    10.23
            PhoneFree.com, Inc. and the purchasers listed on Schedule A attached
            thereto.

 10.40      Issuer Option Agreement, dated as of April 10, 2000, between             10-Q       5/15/2000    10.16
            eVentures Group, Inc. and Samuel L. Litwin. (compensatory agreement)

 10.41      Issuer Option Agreement, dated as of April 10, 2000, between             10-Q       5/15/2000    10.17
            eVentures Group, Inc. and Mitchell C. Arthur. (compensatory
            agreement)

 10.42      2001 Equity Incentive Plan                                               10-Q       5/15/2000    10.42

            Employment Agreement, dated as of July 17, 2001 between Novo             10-K       9/28/2001    10.42
            Networks Operating Corp. and Steven R. Loglisci..

            Consulting Agreement, dated as of July 30, 2001, between Novo            10-K       9/28/2001    10.42
            Networks Operating Corp. and John L. Higgins

            Employment Agreement, dated as of March 10, 2000, between IGS            10-K       9/28/2001    10.42
            Acquisition Corporation and Patrick G. Mackey. (compensatory
            agreement)

            Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement between eVentures Group,         10-K       9/28/2001    10.42
            Inc. and Patrick G. Mackey, dated as of September 25, 2000.

            Amendment No. 2 to Employment Agreement between Novo Networks,           10-K       9/28/2001    10.42
            Inc. and Patrick G. Mackey, dated as of January 10, 2001.

</Table>


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<PAGE>

<Table>
<Caption>
EXHIBIT                                                                                                                 FILED
NUMBER                          DESCRIPTION                                            INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE       HEREWITH
-------     --------------------------------------------------------------------     -----------------------------     --------
                                                                                     FORM       DATE        NUMBER
<S>         <C>                                                                      <C>       <C>          <C>        <C>
            Credit and Guaranty Agreement dated as of August 9, 2001 among            10-K    9/28/2001    10.42
            Axistel Communications, Inc., a corporation organized and existing
            under the laws of Delaware and a debtor and debtor-in-possession
            ("AxisTel"), Novo Networks Global Services, Inc., a corporation
            organized and existing under the laws of Delaware and a debtor and
            debtor-in-possession ("NNGS"), Novo Networks International Services,
            Inc., a corporation organized and existing under the laws of
            Delaware and a debtor and debtor-in-possession ("NNIS"), and e.Volve
            Technology Group, Inc., a corporation organized and existing under
            the laws of Nevada and a debtor and debtor-in-possession
            ("e.Volve"), Novo Networks Operating Corp., a corporation organized
            and existing under the laws of Delaware and a debtor and
            debtor-in-possession ("NNOC" and collectively with AxisTel, NNGS,
            NNIS and e.Volve, the "Borrowers"), Novo Networks (UK) Ltd., a
            corporation organized and existing under the laws of the United
            Kingdom ("NNL"), Web2dial Communications, Inc., a corporation
            organized and existing under the laws of Delaware ("Web2Dial"),
            Servicios Profesionales J.R.J.S., S.A. DE C.V., a corporation
            organized and existing under the laws of Mexico ("Servicios"), Novo
            Networks Metro Services, Inc., a corporation organized and existing
            under the laws of Delaware ("NNMS"), Novo Networks Media Services,
            Inc., a corporation organized and existing under the laws of
            Delaware ("NNMedia"), Novo Networks Metro Services (Virginia), Inc.,
            a corporation organized and existing under the laws of Virginia
            ("NNMSV"), and e.Volve Technology Group De Mexico, S.A. DE C.V., a
            corporation organized and existing under the laws of Mexico ("EGM"
            and collectively with NNL, Web2Dial, Servicios, NNMS, NNMedia and
            NNMSV, the "Guarantors"), and Novo Networks, Inc., a corporation
            organized and existing under the laws of Delaware (the "Lender").

10.43       Switched Services Agreement, dated April 29, 1998, by and between Orix                                        X
            Global Communications, Inc. and Qwest Communications Corporation.

10.44       Carrier Service Agreement for International Terminating Traffic, dated                                        X
            September 17, 1998, by and between Qwest Communications Corporation and
            Orix Global Communications, Inc.

10.45       Qwest Communications Corporation Carrier Service Agreement, dated                                             X
            April 12, 1999, by and between Qwest Communications Corporation and Orix
            Global Communications, Inc.

10.46       IRU Agreement, dated September 30, 1999, by and between Qwest Communications                                  X
            Corporation and e.Volve Technologies.

10.47       Amendment No. 1 to IRU Agreement, dated June 16, 2000, by and between                                         X
            Qwest Communications Corporation, e.Volve Technologies and AxisTel
            Communications, Inc.

10.48       Letter Agreement, dated June 19, 2000, by and between Qwest Communications                                    X
            Corporation and Axistel Communications, Inc.

11          Statement re-computation of per share earnings. (Information              10-K       9/28/2001    11
            regarding the computation of loss per share is set forth in the
            Consolidated Financial Statements.)

21.1        Subsidiaries of eVentures Group, Inc.                                     10-K       9/28/2001   21.1

23.1        Consent of Arthur Andersen LLP                                                                                X

 23.2       Consent of BDO Seidman, LLP                                                                                   X

 24         Power of Attorney                                                                                             See
                                                                                                                          Signature
                                                                                                                          Pages

</Table>

   (b) During the quarter ended June 30, 2001, the Company filed the following
Current Reports on Form 8-K:

   1.  On June 15, 2001, we filed a Report on Form 8-K, announcing the
       resignation of Jefferey A. Marcus, former Chairman, Director and Chief
       Executive Officer of Novo Networks, Inc. Former Directors Fred A. Vierra,
       David M. Leuschen and Stuart A. Subotnik also resigned. John Stevens
       Robling, Jr. and Olaf Guerrand-Hermes have rejoined the Company as
       Directors. We also announced the resignation of Thomas P. McMillin,
       former Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.

   2.  On April 17, 2001, we filed a Report on Form 8-K, announcing the iGlobal
       Bankruptcy.


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<PAGE>

                                   SIGNATURES

    Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) 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 in Dallas, Texas on the
11th day of February, 2002.

    Novo Networks, Inc.


    By: /s/ Daniel J. Wilson
       -----------------------------
    Name:  Daniel J. Wilson
    Title: Executive Vice President Chief Financial Officer

    KNOWN ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears
below constitutes and appoints Barrett N. Wissman AND Daniel J. Wilson his true
and lawful attorney-in-fact, each acting alone, with full power of substitution
and resubstitution for him and in his name, place and stead, in any and all
capacities to sign this Annual Report, and to file the same, with all exhibits
thereto, and other documents in connection therewith, with the Securities and
Exchange Commission, hereby ratifying and confirming all that said
attorney-in-fact or his substitutes, each acting alone, may lawfully do or cause
to be done by virtue thereof.

    Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this
Annual Report has been signed by the following persons in the capacities and on
the dates indicated:

<Table>
<Caption>
              SIGNATURE                                 TITLE                              DATE
    -------------------------------       ----------------------------------        ------------------
<S>                                       <C>                                       <C>
    /s/ Barrett N. Wissman                President and Director                      February 14, 2002
    -------------------------------       (Principal Executive Officer)
    Barrett N. Wissman

    /s/ Daniel J. Wilson                  Executive Vice President and Chief          February 14, 2002
    -------------------------------       Financial Officer (Principal
    Daniel J. Wilson                      Accounting and Financial Officer)

    /s/ Olaf Guerrand-Hermes              Director                                    February 14, 2002
    -------------------------------
    Olaf Guerrand-Hermes

    /s/ Mark R. Graham                    Director                                    February 14, 2002
    -------------------------------
    Mark R. Graham

                                          Director                                    February 14, 2002
    -------------------------------
    Jan Robert Horsfall

    /s/ Clark K. Hunt                     Director                                    February 14, 2002
    -------------------------------
    Clark K. Hunt

    /s/ John Stevens Robling              Director                                    February 14, 2002
    -------------------------------
    John Stevens Robling
</Table>


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                      NOVO NETWORKS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
                   INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS


<Table>
<S>                                                                                        <C>
         Report of Independent Public Accountants
               for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2001 ...............................     F-3
         Report of Independent Certified Public Accountants
               for the fiscal years ended June 30, 2000 and June 30, 1999 ............     F-4
         Consolidated Balance Sheets as of  June 30, 2001 and 2000 ...................     F-5
         Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended
                 June 30, 2001, 2000 and 1999 ........................................     F-6
         Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity (Deficit)
                 for the years ended June 30, 2001, 2000 and 1999 ....................     F-7
         Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended
                 June 30, 2001, 2000 and 1999 ........................................     F-9
         Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements ..................................     F-11
         Report of Independent Public Accountants for
                 Valuation and Qualifying Accounts and Reserves ......................     FS-1
         Financial Statement Schedule:
                 Schedule II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts and Reserves ........     FS-2
</Table>


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                                      F-2
<PAGE>

                    Report of Independent Public Accountants

To the Board of Directors of Novo Networks, Inc.:

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheet of Novo Networks,
Inc. and subsidiaries (a Delaware corporation) as of June 30, 2001 and the
related consolidated statements of operations, shareholders' equity (deficit),
and cash flows for the year then ended. These financial statements are the
responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an
opinion on these financial statements based on our audit.

We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted
in the United States. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit
to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free
of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence
supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit
also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates
made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement
presentation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our
opinion.

In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in
all material respects, the financial position of Novo Networks, Inc. and
subsidiaries as of June 30, 2001, and the results of their operations and their
cash flows for the period then ended, in conformity with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States.

The accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that the
Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 1(b) to the
financial statements, the Company has placed all its operating subsidiaries into
bankruptcy, which raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a
going concern. Management's plans in regard to these matters are described in
Note 2. The financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the
recoverability and classification of asset carrying amounts or the amount and
classification of liabilities that might result should the Company be unable to
continue as a going concern.


                                   Arthur Andersen LLP


Dallas, Texas
September 19, 2001


                                      F-3
<PAGE>

               Report of Independent Certified Public Accountants

To the Stockholders
Novo Networks, Inc.
Dallas, Texas

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheet of Novo Networks,
Inc., formerly eVentures Group, Inc. (the "Company"), see Note 1(a), as of June
30, 2000 and the related consolidated statements of operations, shareholders'
equity (deficit) and cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended
June 30, 2000. We have also audited the financial statement schedule listed in
the accompanying index for each of the two years in the period ended June 30,
2000. These financial statements and schedule are the responsibility of the
Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these
financial statements and schedule based on our audits.

We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted
in the United States of America. Those standards require that we plan and
perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial
statements and schedule are free of material misstatement. An audit includes
examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in
the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting
principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as
evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements and schedule. We
believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present
fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company at June
30, 2000, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the
two years in the period ended June 30, 2000, in conformity with accounting
principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Also, in our
opinion, the schedule presents fairly, in all material respects, the information
set forth therein for each of the two years in the period ended June 30, 2000.

The accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that the
Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 1(b) to the
financial statements, all of the Company's operating subsidiaries have filed
voluntary petitions for protection under chapter 11 and chapter 7 of the
Bankruptcy Code which raises substantial doubt about the Company's ability to
continue as a going concern. The financial statements do not include any
adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of asset carrying
amounts or the amount and classification of liabilities that might result should
the Company be unable to continue as a going concern.


                                                     BDO Seidman, LLP
New York, New York
September 1, 2000, except for Note 1(b), as to which the date is September 25,
2001.



                                      F-4
<PAGE>

                      NOVO NETWORKS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
                           CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS


<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                                                      As of June 30,
                                                                                             ----------------------------------
                                       ASSETS                                                     2001                2000
                                                                                             --------------      --------------
<S>                                                                                          <C>                 <C>
CURRENT ASSETS
     Cash and cash equivalents .........................................................     $   16,696,537      $   40,764,246
     Accounts receivable, net of allowances for
       doubtful accounts ($4,589,647 - 2001; $793,900 - 2000)  .........................          2,521,408           3,607,053
     Prepaid expenses and other receivables ............................................          1,066,518           2,979,489
     Deposits ..........................................................................            420,379             209,491
     VAT receivable ....................................................................          1,405,929           2,131,277
     Notes receivable, affiliate .......................................................                 --             100,000
                                                                                             --------------      --------------
                                                                                                 22,110,771          49,791,556
                                                                                             --------------      --------------

LONG-TERM ASSETS
     Restricted cash ...................................................................             94,180             281,928
     Deposits ..........................................................................            811,482             811,093
     Network equipment under capital leases, net .......................................          4,404,587          11,125,828
     Property and equipment, net .......................................................          5,699,577          24,293,292
     Investments in affiliates .........................................................          4,776,772          23,373,190
     Goodwill and other intangibles, net ...............................................                 --         108,639,486
                                                                                             --------------      --------------
                                                                                                 15,786,598         168,524,817
                                                                                             --------------      --------------
                                                                                             $   37,897,369      $  218,316,373
                                                                                             ==============      ==============

                       LIABILITIES & STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY

CURRENT LIABILITIES
     Capital leases, current portion ...................................................     $    3,676,604      $    4,703,053
     Accounts payable ..................................................................          3,601,650           5,580,873
     Accrued other .....................................................................          7,480,259           5,688,892
     Accrued reorganization and restructuring charge ...................................            426,297                  --
     Accrued interest payable ..........................................................            134,683              78,016
     Customer deposits and deferred revenues ...........................................            742,486             619,403
     Notes payable, current portion ....................................................                 --             229,343
                                                                                             --------------      --------------
                                                                                                 16,061,979          16,899,580
                                                                                             --------------      --------------
LONG-TERM LIABILITIES
     Notes payable, net of current portion .............................................                 --           3,685,145
     Capital leases, net of current portion ............................................          5,189,094           5,780,851
                                                                                             --------------      --------------
                                                                                                  5,189,094           9,465,996
                                                                                             --------------      --------------

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
     Preferred  stock, $0.00002 par value, $1,000 liquidation preference,
                authorized 25,000,000 - 2001 and 5,000,000 - 2000, issued
                and outstanding 26,395 - 2001 and 20,070 - 2000  .......................                 --                  --
     Common stock, $0.00002 par value, authorized 200,000,000 - 2001 and
                75,000,000 - 2000, issued and outstanding, 52,323,701 - 2001 and
                51,989,745 - 2000 ......................................................              1,050               1,041
     Common stock to be issued .........................................................                 --                   1
     Additional paid-in capital ........................................................        255,908,447         248,907,665
     Accumulated deficit ...............................................................       (238,823,763)        (54,634,559)
     Deferred compensation .............................................................           (439,438)         (1,274,479)
     Notes receivable from shareholders ................................................                 --          (1,048,872)
                                                                                             --------------      --------------
                                                                                                 16,646,296         191,950,797
                                                                                             --------------      --------------
                                                                                             $   37,897,369      $  218,316,373
                                                                                             ==============      ==============
</Table>

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


                                      F-5
<PAGE>

                      NOVO NETWORKS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
                     CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS


<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                          Fiscal Year Ended June 30,
                                                            ------------------------------------------------------
                                                                 2001                2000                1999
                                                            --------------      --------------      --------------
<S>                                                         <C>                 <C>                 <C>
Revenues ..............................................     $   72,031,554      $   55,354,030      $   27,248,273
Direct costs (except for depreciation and amortization
               as shown below).........................         70,807,489          51,656,016          23,311,584
                                                            --------------      --------------      --------------
Gross profit ..........................................          1,224,065           3,698,014           3,936,689
Selling, general and administrative expenses ..........         28,867,054          22,471,732           6,251,730
Reorganization and restructuring charge ...............          3,898,656                  --                  --
Impairment loss .......................................        120,476,247                  --                  --
Depreciation and amortization .........................         20,453,633          10,007,859             957,966
                                                            --------------      --------------      --------------
Loss from operations, before
    other (income) expense ............................       (172,471,525)        (28,781,577)         (3,273,007)

Other (income) expense
    Interest (income) expense, net ....................           (402,376)           (920,161)          1,704,459
    Write off of unamortized debt discount ............                 --             917,615                  --
    Equity in loss of affiliates ......................          9,023,882           5,236,183              33,776
    Foreign currency loss (gain)  .....................            130,511            (168,431)            126,575
    Other .............................................            341,052              29,057             (16,930)
                                                            --------------      --------------      --------------
                                                                 9,093,069           5,094,263           1,847,880
                                                            --------------      --------------      --------------
Net loss ..............................................       (181,564,594)        (33,875,840)         (5,120,887)

Imputed preferred dividend ............................         (2,299,750)        (10,407,954)                 --
                                                            --------------      --------------      --------------

Net loss available to common
    shareholders ......................................     $ (183,864,344)     $  (44,283,794)     $   (5,120,887)
                                                            ==============      ==============      ==============

Net loss per share - (basic and diluted) ..............     $        (3.52)     $        (1.14)     $        (0.45)
                                                            ==============      ==============      ==============
Weighted average number of shares
    outstanding - (basic and diluted)  ................         52,222,671          38,739,230          11,365,614
                                                            ==============      ==============      ==============
</Table>


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


                                      F-6
<PAGE>

                       NOVO NETWORKS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
            CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT)

<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                                       Preferred Stock            Common Stock
                                                                                 -----------------------------   ---------------
                                                                                    Shares           Amount          Shares
                                                                                 ------------     ------------   ---------------
<S>                                                                              <C>              <C>            <C>
Balance, June 30, 1998  .....................................................              --     $         --         1,800,000
Fair value of shares issued in connection with debentures ...................              --               --                --
Fair value of warrants granted in connection with debentures ................              --               --                --
Cost investment in PhoneFree ................................................              --               --                --
Net loss ....................................................................              --               --                --
                                                                                 ------------     ------------    --------------
Balance, June 30, 1999 ......................................................              --               --         1,800,000
Issuance of Common Stock in connection with the Initial Transaction
   Acquisition of AxisTel ...................................................              --               --        12,381,000
   Acquisition of eVentures .................................................              --               --        10,330,610
   Acquisition of 66.67% of e.Volve .........................................              --               --         9,565,614
   Net effect of the purchase of the remaining 33.33% of e.Volve ............              --               --         5,831,253
   Contribution of PhoneFree cost investment from Major Shareholders ........              --               --         2,879,386
Private Placements of Common and Preferred Stock:
   Issuance of Common Stock .................................................              --               --         5,013,477
   Issuance of Series A Preferred Stock .....................................           1,000               --                --
   Issuance of Series B Preferred Stock .....................................           7,000               --                --
   Issuance of Series C Preferred Stock .....................................          15,570               --                --
Conversion of Series A Preferred Stock ......................................          (1,000)              --           200,000
Conversion of Series B Preferred Stock ......................................          (2,500)              --           181,159
Acquisition of iGlobal ......................................................              --               --         2,551,087
Acquisition of minority interest in affiliates ..............................              --               --           312,027
Issuance of Common Stock for settlement of accounts payable .................              --               --           426,799
Issuance of Common Stock as payment for assets ..............................              --               --           517,333
Intrinsic value of stock options ............................................              --               --                --
Amortization of deferred compensation .......................................              --               --                --
Imputed preferred dividend ..................................................              --               --                --
Acquisition of call options to purchase treasury stock ......................              --               --                --
Net loss ....................................................................              --               --                --
                                                                                 ------------     ------------    --------------
Balance, June 30, 2000 ......................................................          20,070                         51,989,745
Settlement of iGlobal purchase ..............................................              --               --                --
Amortization of deferred compensation .......................................              --               --                --
Repayment on note receivable from shareholders ..............................              --               --                --
Foreclosure on note receivable from shareholders ............................              --                           (171,911)
Private placement of common and preferred stock .............................           7,000               --           450,001
Imputed preferred dividend ..................................................              --               --                --
Series D Preferred Stock dividends ..........................................             325               --                --
Fair value of stock options .................................................              --               --                --
Conversion of Series C Preferred to Common ..................................          (1,000)              --            55,866
Net loss ....................................................................              --               --                --
                                                                                 ------------     ------------    --------------
Balance, June 30, 2001 ......................................................          26,395     $         --        52,323,701
                                                                                 ============     ============    ==============

<Caption>

                                                                                  Common Stock
                                                                                 --------------
                                                                                     Amount
                                                                                 --------------
<S>                                                                              <C>
Balance, June 30, 1998  .....................................................    $           36
Fair value of shares issued in connection with debentures ...................                --
Fair value of warrants granted in connection with debentures ................                --
Cost investment in PhoneFree ................................................                --
Net loss ....................................................................                --
                                                                                 --------------
Balance, June 30, 1999 ......................................................                36
Issuance of Common Stock in connection with the Initial Transaction
   Acquisition of AxisTel ...................................................               248
   Acquisition of eVentures .................................................               207
   Acquisition of 66.67% of e.Volve .........................................               190
   Net effect of the purchase of the remaining 33.33% of e.Volve ............               117
   Contribution of PhoneFree cost investment from Major Shareholders ........                58
Private Placements of Common and Preferred Stock:
   Issuance of Common Stock .................................................               100
   Issuance of Series A Preferred Stock .....................................                --
   Issuance of Series B Preferred Stock .....................................                --
   Issuance of Series C Preferred Stock .....................................                --
Conversion of Series A Preferred Stock ......................................                 4
Conversion of Series B Preferred Stock ......................................                 4
Acquisition of iGlobal ......................................................                51
Acquisition of minority interest in affiliates ..............................                 7
Issuance of Common Stock for settlement of accounts payable .................                 9
Issuance of Common Stock as payment for assets ..............................                10
Intrinsic value of stock options ............................................                --
Amortization of deferred compensation .......................................                --
Imputed preferred dividend ..................................................                --
Acquisition of call options to purchase treasury stock ......................                --
Net loss ....................................................................                --
                                                                                 --------------
Balance, June 30, 2000 ......................................................             1,041
Settlement of iGlobal purchase ..............................................                --
Amortization of deferred compensation .......................................                --
Repayment on note receivable from shareholders ..............................                --
Foreclosure on note receivable from shareholders............................                 --
Private placement of common and preferred stock .............................                 9
Imputed preferred dividend ..................................................                --
Series D Preferred Stock dividends ..........................................                --
Fair value of stock options .................................................                --
Conversion of Series C Preferred to Common ..................................                --
Net loss ....................................................................                --
                                                                                 --------------
Balance, June 30, 2001 ......................................................    $        1,050
                                                                                 ==============
</Table>

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


                                      F-7
<PAGE>

                      NOVO NETWORKS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
            CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT)


<Table>
<Caption>

                                                                                  Common Stock to be Issued            Additional
                                                                               ---------------------------------        Paid-in
                                                                                  Shares              Amount            Capital
                                                                               --------------     --------------     --------------
<S>                                                                            <C>                <C>                <C>
Balance, June 30, 1998  .....................................................              --     $           --     $      108,364
Fair value of shares issued in connection with debentures ...................              --                 --          2,000,000
Fair value of warrants granted in connection with debentures ................              --                 --            210,000
Cost investment in PhoneFree ................................................              --                 --          2,100,144
Net loss ....................................................................              --                 --                 --
                                                                               --------------     --------------     --------------
Balance, June 30, 1999 ......................................................              --                 --          4,418,508
Issuance of Common Stock in connection with the Initial Transaction
   Acquisition of AxisTel ...................................................              --                 --         17,110,929
   Acquisition of eVentures .................................................              --                 --             (2,980)
   Acquisition of 66.67% of e.Volve .........................................              --                 --          8,540,159
   Net effect of the purchase of the remaining 33.33% of e.Volve ............              --                 --         11,662,389
   Contribution of PhoneFree cost investment from Major Shareholders ........              --                 --                 --
Private Placements of Common and Preferred Stock:
   Issuance of Common Stock .................................................              --                 --         63,202,526
   Issuance of Series A Preferred Stock .....................................              --                 --          1,000,000
   Issuance of Series B Preferred Stock .....................................              --                 --          6,997,500
   Issuance of Series C Preferred Stock .....................................              --                 --         15,469,985
Conversion of Series A Preferred Stock ......................................              --                 --                 (4)
Conversion of Series B Preferred Stock ......................................              --                 --                 (4)
Acquisition of iGlobal ......................................................          71,513                  1         85,352,234
Acquisition of minority interest in affiliates ..............................              --                 --          4,177,567
Issuance of Common Stock for settlement of accounts payable .................              --                 --          7,888,592
Issuance of Common Stock as payment for assets ..............................              --                 --          9,571,060
Intrinsic value of stock options ............................................              --                 --          3,311,250
Amortization of deferred compensation .......................................              --                 --                 --
Imputed preferred dividend ..................................................              --                 --         10,407,954
Acquisition of call options to purchase treasury stock ......................              --                 --           (200,000)
Net loss ....................................................................              --                 --                 --
                                                                               --------------     --------------     --------------
Balance, June 30, 2000 ......................................................          71,513                  1        248,907,665
Settlement of iGlobal purchase ..............................................         (71,513)                (1)        (2,073,876)
Amortization of deferred compensation .......................................              --                 --                 --
Repayment on note receivable from shareholders ..............................              --                 --                 --
Foreclosure on note receivable from shareholders ............................              --                 --           (951,888)
Private placement of common and preferred stock .............................              --                 --          6,523,991
Imputed preferred dividend ..................................................              --                 --          2,299,750
Series D Preferred Stock dividends ..........................................              --                 --            324,860
Fair value of stock options .................................................              --                 --            877,945
Conversion of Series C Preferred to Common ..................................              --                 --                 --
Net loss ....................................................................              --                 --                 --
                                                                               --------------     --------------     --------------
Balance, June 30, 2001 ......................................................              --     $           --     $  255,908,447
                                                                               ==============     ==============     ==============

<Caption>
                                                                                                                         Notes
                                                                                                                      Receivable
                                                                                Accumulated         Deferred             from
                                                                                  Deficit         Compensation        Shareholders
                                                                               --------------     --------------     --------------
<S>                                                                            <C>                <C>                <C>
Balance, June 30, 1998  .....................................................  $   (5,229,878)    $           --     $           --
Fair value of shares issued in connection with debentures ...................              --                 --                 --
Fair value of warrants granted in connection with debentures ................              --                 --                 --
Cost investment in PhoneFree ................................................              --                 --                 --
Net loss ....................................................................      (5,120,887)                --                 --
                                                                               --------------     --------------     --------------
Balance, June 30, 1999 ......................................................     (10,350,765)                --                 --
Issuance of Common Stock in connection with the Initial Transaction
   Acquisition of AxisTel ...................................................              --                 --                 --
   Acquisition of eVentures .................................................              --                 --                 --
   Acquisition of 66.67% of e.Volve .........................................              --                 --                 --
   Net effect of the purchase of the remaining 33.33% of e.Volve ............              --                 --                 --
   Contribution of PhoneFree cost investment from Major Shareholders ........              --                 --                 --
Private Placements of Common and Preferred Stock:
   Issuance of Common Stock .................................................              --                 --                 --
   Issuance of Series A Preferred Stock .....................................              --                 --                 --
   Issuance of Series B Preferred Stock .....................................              --                 --                 --
   Issuance of Series C Preferred Stock .....................................              --                 --                 --
Conversion of Series A Preferred Stock ......................................              --                 --                 --
Conversion of Series B Preferred Stock ......................................              --                 --                 --
Acquisition of iGlobal ......................................................              --                 --         (1,048,872)
Acquisition of minority interest in affiliates ..............................              --                 --                 --
Issuance of Common Stock for settlement of accounts payable .................              --                 --                 --
Issuance of Common Stock as payment for assets ..............................              --                 --                 --
Intrinsic value of stock options ............................................              --         (3,311,250)                --
Amortization of deferred compensation .......................................              --          2,036,771                 --
Imputed preferred dividend ..................................................     (10,407,954)                --                 --
Acquisition of call options to purchase treasury stock ......................              --                 --                 --
Net loss ....................................................................     (33,875,840)                --                 --
                                                                               --------------     --------------     --------------
Balance, June 30, 2000 ......................................................     (54,634,559)        (1,274,479)        (1,048,872)
Settlement of iGlobal purchase ..............................................              --                 --                 --
Amortization of deferred compensation .......................................              --            835,041                 --
Repayment on note receivable from shareholders ..............................              --                 --             96,984
Foreclosure on note receivable from shareholders ............................              --                 --            951,888
Private placement of common and preferred stock .............................              --                 --                 --
Imputed preferred dividend ..................................................      (2,299,750)                --                 --
Series D Preferred Stock dividends ..........................................        (324,860)                --                 --
Fair value of stock options .................................................              --                 --                 --
Conversion of Series C Preferred to Common ..................................              --                 --                 --
Net loss ....................................................................    (181,564,594)                --                 --
                                                                               --------------     --------------     --------------
Balance, June 30, 2001 ......................................................  $ (238,823,763)    $     (439,438)    $           --
                                                                               ==============     ==============     ==============

<Caption>



                                                                                    Total
                                                                               --------------
<S>                                                                            <C>
Balance, June 30, 1998  .....................................................  $   (5,121,478)
Fair value of shares issued in connection with debentures ...................       2,000,000
Fair value of warrants granted in connection with debentures ................         210,000
Cost investment in PhoneFree ................................................       2,100,144
Net loss ....................................................................      (5,120,887)
                                                                               --------------
Balance, June 30, 1999 ......................................................      (5,932,221)
Issuance of Common Stock in connection with the Initial Transaction
   Acquisition of AxisTel ...................................................      17,111,177
   Acquisition of eVentures .................................................          (2,773)
   Acquisition of 66.67% of e.Volve .........................................       8,540,349
   Net effect of the purchase of the remaining 33.33% of e.Volve ............      11,662,506
   Contribution of PhoneFree cost investment from Major Shareholders ........              58
Private Placements of Common and Preferred Stock:
   Issuance of Common Stock .................................................      63,202,626
   Issuance of Series A Preferred Stock .....................................       1,000,000
   Issuance of Series B Preferred Stock .....................................       6,997,500
   Issuance of Series C Preferred Stock .....................................      15,469,985
Conversion of Series A Preferred Stock ......................................              --
Conversion of Series B Preferred Stock ......................................              --
Acquisition of iGlobal ......................................................      84,303,414
Acquisition of minority interest in affiliates ..............................       4,177,574
Issuance of Common Stock for settlement of accounts payable .................       7,888,601
Issuance of Common Stock as payment for assets ..............................       9,571,070
Intrinsic value of stock options ............................................              --
Amortization of deferred compensation .......................................       2,036,771
Imputed preferred dividend ..................................................              --
Acquisition of call options to purchase treasury stock ......................        (200,000)
Net loss ....................................................................     (33,875,840)
                                                                               --------------
Balance, June 30, 2000 ......................................................     191,950,797
Settlement of iGlobal purchase ..............................................      (2,073,877)
Amortization of deferred compensation .......................................         835,041
Repayment on note receivable from shareholders ..............................          96,984
Foreclosure on note receivable from shareholders ............................              --
Private placement of common and preferred stock .............................       6,524,000
Imputed preferred dividend ..................................................              --
Series D Preferred Stock dividends ..........................................              --
Fair value of stock options .................................................         877,945
Conversion of Series C Preferred to Common ..................................              --
Net loss ....................................................................    (181,564,594)
                                                                               --------------
Balance, June 30, 2001 ......................................................  $   16,646,296
                                                                               ==============
</Table>



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


                                      F-8
<PAGE>

                       NOVO NETWORKS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
                      CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS


<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                                     For the Year Ended June 30,
                                                                          -------------------------------------------------
                                                                              2001              2000              1999
                                                                          -------------     -------------     -------------
<S>                                                                       <C>               <C>               <C>
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
     Net loss ........................................................    $(181,564,594)    $ (33,875,840)    $  (5,120,887)
     Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in
        operating activities:
        Depreciation and amortization ................................       20,453,633        10,007,859           957,966
        Equity in loss of affiliates .................................        9,023,882         5,236,183            33,776
        Impairment loss ..............................................      120,476,247                --                --
        Bad debt expense .............................................        4,038,479           793,900                --
        Other non-cash expenses ......................................        3,318,772         2,845,358         2,043,188
        Change in operating assets and liabilities:
          Accounts receivable ........................................       (3,156,763)       (3,378,846)           98,293
          Prepaid expenses and other receivables .....................           95,824        (1,302,900)          (18,593)
          VAT receivable .............................................          725,348           626,091        (2,611,318)
          Restricted cash ............................................          (94,180)        1,857,437        (1,107,437)
          Accounts payable ...........................................         (990,220)        6,963,313         2,550,093
          Accrued other ..............................................        3,670,059         2,404,151           301,695
          Accrued interest payable ...................................          186,711           195,012           369,751
          Customer deposits and deferred revenue .....................          235,929        (1,531,471)        1,072,682
                                                                          -------------     -------------     -------------
Net cash used in operating activities ................................      (23,580,873)       (9,159,753)       (1,430,791)
                                                                          -------------     -------------     -------------

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
     Deposits ........................................................         (250,721)         (343,948)         (207,169)
     Proceeds from sale of available-for-sale securities .............               --                --           246,580
     Purchase of property and equipment, net .........................       (3,012,467)      (13,574,092)       (1,183,735)
     Net cash resulting from (dispositions) acquisitions .............         (262,703)          509,021                --
     Transaction costs included in goodwill ..........................               --          (490,011)               --
     Investments in affiliates .......................................       (1,055,112)      (21,078,995)         (125,130)
                                                                          -------------     -------------     -------------
Net cash used in investing activities ................................       (4,581,003)      (34,978,025)       (1,269,454)
                                                                          -------------     -------------     -------------

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
     Shareholder repayments (advances) ...............................           96,984                --           (60,920)
     Payments on capital leases ......................................       (2,777,721)       (1,322,780)       (1,656,672)
     Advances (repayments) on notes payable ..........................          335,000          (184,744)               --
     Purchase of call options ........................................               --          (200,000)               --
     Issuance of notes receivable - affiliate ........................          (84,096)         (100,000)               --
     Issuance of debentures ..........................................               --                --         2,040,000
     Issuance of common and preferred stock, net of issuance costs ...        6,524,000        86,670,169                --
                                                                          -------------     -------------     -------------
Net cash provided by financing activities ............................        4,094,167        84,862,645           322,408
                                                                          -------------     -------------     -------------

NET CHANGE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS ..............................      (24,067,709)       40,724,867        (2,377,837)
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, beginning of year .........................       40,764,246            39,379         2,417,216
                                                                          -------------     -------------     -------------
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, end of year ...............................    $  16,696,537     $  40,764,246     $      39,379
                                                                          =============     =============     =============
</Table>


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


                                      F-9
<PAGE>

                       NOVO NETWORKS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
               CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - (CONTINUED)


<Table>
<Caption>

                                                                                         For the Year Ended June 30,
                                                                               -----------------------------------------------
                                                                                   2001             2000            1999
                                                                               -------------    -------------    -------------
<S>                                                                            <C>              <C>              <C>
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOWS INFORMATION:

     Cash paid for interest ...............................................    $   1,039,651    $   1,349,592    $     376,000
                                                                               =============    =============    =============
     Cash paid for taxes ..................................................    $          --    $          --    $          --
                                                                               =============    =============    =============

SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NON-CASH
     INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

     Purchases of equipment under capital leases ..........................    $   3,296,103    $   3,951,829    $   4,809,785
                                                                               =============    =============    =============

     Fair value of original issue discount on warrants
        granted pursuant to certain of the debentures .....................    $          --    $          --    $     210,000
                                                                               =============    =============    =============

     Fair value of original issue discount on shares issued in
        connection with debt on July 1, 1998 ..............................    $          --    $          --    $   2,000,000
                                                                               =============    =============    =============

     Goodwill arising from acquisitions settled
        through the issuance of stock .....................................    $          --    $ 115,530,069    $          --
                                                                               =============    =============    =============

     Net assets of subsidiaries acquired through an issue of stock ........    $          --    $     197,169    $          --
                                                                               =============    =============    =============

     Stock issued for settlement of accounts payable ......................    $          --    $   7,888,601    $          --
                                                                               =============    =============    =============

     Stock issued for purchase of equipment and equipment maintenance .....    $          --    $   9,571,070    $          --
                                                                               =============    =============    =============

     Stock issued for purchase of minority interest in affiliates .........    $          --    $   4,177,574    $          --
                                                                               =============    =============    =============

     Conversion of notes receivable to common stock of affiliate ..........    $     184,096    $          --    $          --
                                                                               =============    =============    =============

     Foreclosure on notes receivable from shareholders ....................    $     951,888    $          --    $          --
                                                                               =============    =============    =============
</Table>

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


                                      F-10
<PAGE>

                      NOVO NETWORKS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
                   NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

1.   ORGANIZATION AND NATURE OF BUSINESS

     (a)  Organization

          Novo Networks, Inc. and subsidiaries ("Novo Networks" or the
          "Company") is a communication services company providing broadband and
          voice services over a facilities-based network, which consists of
          digital switching, routing and signal management equipment, as well as
          digital fiber optic cable lines. The network presently reaches 3
          domestic and 3 international cities in North America and Mexico. Prior
          to September 22, 1999, Novo Networks was a publicly held company with
          no material operations. The Company was formerly known as eVentures
          Group, Inc. and prior thereto, Adina, Inc., which was incorporated in
          the state of Delaware on June 24, 1987. Novo Networks' common stock
          began trading on the NASDAQ National Market ("NASDAQ") in November
          2000. Subsequent to year end, the Company's operating subsidiaries
          filed voluntary petitions under chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy
          code, described more fully below, and as a result, the NASDAQ halted
          trading of the Company's common stock on July 30, 2001. In September
          1999, the Company acquired (i) all of the outstanding shares of
          AxisTel Communications, Inc. ("AxisTel"); (ii) approximately 66.7% of
          the outstanding shares of e.Volve Technology Group, Inc. ("e.Volve");
          (iii) approximately 17% of the outstanding shares of Gemini Voice
          Solutions, formerly PhoneFree.com, Inc. ("Gemini"); and (iv) a note
          receivable from e.Volve in the amount of $8,540,159, including accrued
          interest ("Notes"). In a related transaction, the remaining 33.3% of
          e.Volve was acquired by the Company in October 1999. All of the
          acquisitions and the purchase of the Notes were settled through the
          issuance of 26,827,552 shares of common stock of Novo Networks and are
          collectively referred to as the "Initial Transaction". Upon completion
          of the Initial Transaction, approximately 77% of the outstanding
          common stock of the Company was owned by three shareholders that are
          affiliated with each other, (the "Major Shareholders"). At June 30,
          2001, the Major Shareholders owned approximately 51% of the
          outstanding common stock of the Company. Allocation of consideration
          given for the assets acquired in the Initial Transaction is as
          follows:

<Table>
<S>                                                   <C>
Purchase of AxisTel on September 22, 1999
      Cost of investment .........................    $ 15,957,319
      Net liabilities acquired ...................        (902,806)
                                                      ------------
      Excess attributed to Goodwill ..............    $ 16,860,125
                                                      ============
Purchase of 1/3 of e.Volve on October 19, 1999
      Cost of investment .........................    $ 11,662,506
      Net assets acquired ........................              --
                                                      ------------
      Excess attributed to Goodwill ..............    $ 11,662,506
                                                      ============
</Table>

          The above represent the final purchase price allocations.
          Consideration given was recorded at the fair value of Novo Networks
          common stock.

          Since Novo Networks had no material operations prior to the September
          22, 1999 transaction, the acquisitions of the Major Shareholders'
          interests were accounted for as a recapitalization of e.Volve. The
          acquisitions of the remaining 50% of AxisTel and 33% of e.Volve were
          treated as purchases for


                                      F-11
<PAGE>

          accounting purposes. Accordingly, the historical financial statements
          presented through June 30, 1999 are those of e.Volve only. The
          financial results for AxisTel are included in the financial statements
          since September 22, 1999, the date of acquisition. The interests in
          Gemini and AxisTel contributed by the Major Shareholders' have been
          included from the date of investment. On March 10, 2000, the Company
          acquired 100% of Internet Global Services, Inc. ("iGlobal", see Note
          9). On April 2, 2001, iGlobal filed a voluntary petition for
          bankruptcy under chapter 7 of the United States Bankruptcy Code,
          described below. The financial results of iGlobal are included in the
          financial statements since its acquisition on March 10, 2000 through
          April 2, 2001.

     (b)  Bankruptcy Proceedings

          On April 2, 2001, iGlobal filed a voluntary petition under chapter 7
          of the Bankruptcy Code in the Northern District of Dallas due to
          iGlobal's inability to service its debt obligations, contingent
          liabilities and the Company's inability to raise sufficient capital to
          fund operating losses at iGlobal. As a result of the chapter 7 filing,
          Novo Networks recorded an impairment loss of $62.4 million, the
          majority of which related to non-cash goodwill recorded in connection
          with the acquisition of iGlobal (see Note 9).

          Subsequent to year end, six of the Company's subsidiaries, comprising
          all of Novo Networks' remaining operating subsidiaries, filed
          voluntary petitions for protection under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy
          Code in the federal District of Delaware in order to stabilize their
          operations and protect their assets while attempting to reorganize
          their businesses. The six subsidiaries that filed for bankruptcy
          protection were Novo Networks Operating Corp., AxisTel, e.Volve, Novo
          Networks International Services, Inc., Novo Networks Metro Services,
          Inc. and Novo Networks Global Services, Inc. (the "Debtors"). The
          subsidiaries continue to operate and manage their business as
          debtors-in-possession under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. It is
          not possible to predict the outcome of either the iGlobal Bankruptcy
          or the Subsidiaries Bankruptcy cases in general or the effects of such
          cases on the business of the Company or its Subsidiaries, or on the
          interests of creditors and stockholders. The Debtors have not filed a
          plan of reorganization, but expect to file one in the near term. No
          assurance can be given that the Debtors will be successful in
          reorganizing their affairs within the chapter 11 bankruptcy
          proceedings. A creditors committee has not yet formed. However, the
          possibility exists that prior to the approval of the plan of
          reorganization such a committee could form and challenge the original
          plan of reorganization.

          The accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that
          the Company will continue as a going concern. The above bankruptcy
          filings raise substantial doubt about the Company's ability to
          continue as a going concern. The financial statements do not include
          any adjustments related to the recoverability and classification of
          asset carrying amounts or the amount and classification of liabilities
          that might result should the Company be unable to continue as a going
          concern.

2.   LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES

     General

     At June 30, 2001, the Company had consolidated current assets of $22.1
     million, including cash and cash equivalents of $16.7 million. The working
     capital surplus at June 30, 2001 was $6.0 million.

     Historically, the Company has funded its operations primarily through the
     proceeds of private placements of the Company's common and preferred stock
     and borrowings under loan and capital lease agreements. Principal uses of
     cash have been to fund (i) the expansion of operations; (ii) working
     capital requirements; (iii) capital expenditures, primarily related to
     network equipment and capacity; (iv) operating losses; and (v) acquisitions
     and strategic investments. Due to the lack of stability in the capital
     markets and the economy's recent downturn, the Company's only source of
     funding, in the near term, is cash on hand. Furthermore, the Company's
     principal subsidiaries are currently operating as debtors-in-possession
     under the Bankruptcy Code. While the Novo Network's, Inc. has agreed to
     provide the DIP Facility, the debtors may require additional outside
     funding if they cannot generate enough cash from operations, which could be
     difficult to obtain on acceptable terms, if at all. Due to the uncertainty
     surrounding the Company, management is unable to determine whether cash
     balances on June 30, 2001 will be sufficient to meet its funding
     requirements for the upcoming twelve months.


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     As a result of the Company's inability to raise sufficient capital to
     complete the planned build-out of the global broadband network and the
     continued deterioration and financial difficulties in the
     telecommunications industry, the Company has taken the following measures
     in an effort to reduce costs and streamline operations: (i) abandoned the
     global broadband network rollout, (ii) downsized the workforce to minimal
     staffing levels, a 85% reduction from the highest staffing level in fiscal
     2001, (iii) discontinued the operations of iGlobal (see Note 9), (iv) began
     measures to discontinue unprofitable telecommunication services and routes,
     and (v) established a new financial services division to diversify
     operations.

     The Company's consolidated revenues rely on revenues from the provision of
     voice services by e.Volve, which typically generate minimal, if any, gross
     margin. As of the date of this report, e.Volve's only customer is Qwest.
     While e.Volve hopes to be able to increase the volume of voice traffic, and
     therefore increase the absolute amount of gross profit from the sale of
     voice services, the Company has historically not been able to fund its
     operations from voice services. As a result, during fiscal 2001, the
     Company recorded write-downs of communication assets, goodwill and other
     strategic investments, which cannot reasonably be expected to be recovered
     from positive future cash flows. Additionally, without access to additional
     capital, e.Volve might not be able to add enough capacity to its remaining
     network to accommodate the volume of voice traffic required to generate
     sufficient gross profit to meet operational and capital expenditure
     requirements.

     The Company's largest customer, Qwest, accounted for approximately 36% of
     revenues during fiscal 2001. Subsequent to fiscal 2001, the Company's
     reliance on Qwest has increased as e.Volve is the Company's only subsidiary
     substantially generating revenue. The Company has not experienced any
     material problems in collecting amounts owed by Qwest. The Company
     anticipates that Qwest will continue to account for the majority of the
     Company's revenues in the near-term.

3.   SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

     Principles of Consolidation and Accounting for Ownership in Subsidiaries
     Novo Networks accounts for its ownership interests in subsidiaries under
     three broad methods: consolidation, equity method and cost method. The
     applicable accounting method is generally determined based on Novo
     Networks' voting interest in the subsidiary, as well as Novo Networks'
     degree of influence over each of the subsidiaries.

     Consolidation. Companies in which Novo Networks directly or indirectly owns
     more than 50% of the outstanding voting securities are generally accounted
     for under the consolidation method of accounting. Under this method, a
     subsidiary's accounts are reflected within Novo Networks' consolidated
     statements of operations.

     Equity Method. Subsidiaries whose results are not consolidated, but over
     whom the Company exercises significant influence, are generally accounted
     for under the equity method of accounting. Whether or not the Company
     exercises significant influence with respect to a subsidiary depends on an
     evaluation of several factors including, among others, representation on
     the subsidiary's board of directors and ownership level, which is generally
     a 20% to 50% interest in the voting securities of the subsidiary, including
     voting rights associated with Novo Networks' holdings in common stock,
     preferred stock and other convertible instruments in the subsidiary. Under
     the equity method of accounting, a subsidiary's


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     accounts are not reflected within the accompanying consolidated statements
     of operations. The Company's proportionate share of each affiliate's
     operating earnings and losses and the amortization of the Company's net
     excess investment over its equity in each affiliate's net assets are
     included in the caption "Equity in loss of affiliates" in the accompanying
     consolidated statements of operations. At June 30, 2001, the Company had
     investments in Gemini, Orb and Fonbox that it accounts for using the equity
     method of accounting.

     Cost Method. Subsidiaries not accounted for under either the consolidation
     or the equity method of accounting are accounted for under the cost method
     of accounting. Under this method, Novo Networks' share of the earnings or
     losses of these companies is not included in the accompanying consolidated
     statements of operations. In certain cases, the Company has representation
     on the board of directors of the subsidiaries accounted for under the cost
     method. At June 30, 2001, the Company had investments in Launch Center 39
     and Spydre Labs that it accounts for using the cost method of accounting.

     Cash and Cash Equivalents

     The Company considers all highly liquid instruments purchased with an
     original maturity of three months or less to be cash equivalents. At June
     30, 2001 cash equivalents totaled $15.8 million and consisted of a money
     market account. The Company maintains the majority of its cash and cash
     equivalents with one financial institution.

     Prepaid Expenses

     Prepaid expenses are recorded as assets and expensed in the period in which
     the related services are received.

     Deposits

     Deposits represent security deposits for facility leases as well as advance
     payments to vendors for services to be provided.

     Long-lived Assets

     The Company's long-lived assets consist of goodwill and property and
     equipment. In accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board
     ("FASB") Statement of Financial Accounting Standards ("SFAS") No. 121,
     "Accounting for the Impairment of Long-lived Assets and for Long-lived
     Assets to be Disposed of", the Company assesses the recoverability of
     long-lived assets by determining whether the net book value of the assets
     can be recovered through projected undiscounted future cash flows. The
     amount of impairment, if any, is measured based on fair value and is
     charged to operations in the period in which impairment is determined by
     management. During the year ended June 30, 2001, the Company recorded
     impairment losses related to goodwill and certain property and equipment
     totaling $120.5 million. No impairment losses were recorded in fiscal years
     2000 and 1999.

     Property and Equipment

     Property and equipment are recorded at cost and are depreciated using the
     straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the related assets.
     Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred. Significant
     renewals and betterments are capitalized. As of the time of retirement or
     other disposition of property and equipment, the cost and accumulated
     depreciation are removed from the accounts and any resulting gain or loss
     is reflected in operations.


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     Goodwill

     Goodwill arising from the excess of cost over net assets of businesses
     acquired by the Company (see Notes 1, 4 and 9) is amortized on a
     straight-line basis over periods ranging from five to ten years. During the
     fiscal year ended June 30, 2001, the Company recorded impairment loss of
     $86.6 million relating to goodwill. As a result of the decision to dispose
     of iGlobal operations, iGlobal related goodwill of $62.4 million was
     written off. Additionally, in assessing the recoverability of the goodwill
     related to the September 1999 and October 1999 transactions, the Company
     wrote-off the remaining goodwill of $24.2 million.

     Accrued Other

     Included in accrued other at June 30, 2001 and 2000 was $4.2 million and
     $2.7 million of accrued carrier charges, respectively.

     Revenue Recognition

     Revenues for communication services are recorded based on minutes (or
     fractions thereof) of customer usage. The Company records payments received
     in advance for prepaid calling card services and services to be supplied
     under contractual agreements as deferred revenues until such related
     services are provided. As of June 30, 2001, deferred revenues were
     $681,672.

     Internet access subscription service revenues are recognized over the
     period that services are provided.

     Server collocation service revenues are recognized ratably over the
     contractual period.

     Foreign Currency Gain or Loss

     The functional currency of a wholly-owned subsidiary formed for the purpose
     of transacting business in Mexico is the U.S. dollar. However, certain
     transactions are conducted in Mexican pesos and are remeasured at the time
     in which the services are rendered to the Company and are settled in U.S.
     dollars. Foreign currency transaction gains and losses are recognized as
     incurred in accordance with SFAS No. 52, Foreign Currency Translation.
     Management does not currently maintain any financial hedges against future
     fluctuations in the peso to dollar exchange rate.

     Income Taxes

     The Company accounts for income taxes in accordance with SFAS No. 109,
     "Accounting for Income Taxes." Under the asset and liability method of SFAS
     No. 109, deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future
     tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial
     statements carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their
     respective tax basis. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured
     using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in
     which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled.
     Under SFAS No. 109, the effect on the deferred tax assets and liabilities
     of a change in tax rates is recognized as income in the period that
     includes the enactment date. A valuation allowance is provided for
     significant deferred tax assets when it is more likely than not that such
     assets will not be recovered.

     Stock Based Compensation

     The FASB issued SFAS No. 123, "Accounting for Stock Based Compensation,"
     which defines a fair value based method of accounting for stock-based
     compensation. However, SFAS No. 123 allows an entity to continue to measure
     compensation cost related to stock and stock options issued to employees


                                      F-15
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     using the intrinsic method of accounting prescribed by Accounting
     Principles Board Opinion ("APB") No. 25, "Accounting for Stock Issued to
     Employees". Entities electing to follow APB No. 25 must make pro forma
     disclosures of net income and earnings per share, as if the fair value
     method of accounting defined in SFAS No. 123 had been applied. The Company
     has elected to account for its stock-based compensation to employees under
     APB No. 25.

     Earnings Per Share

     SFAS No. 128, "Earnings Per Share" ("EPS") requires dual presentation of
     basic EPS and diluted EPS on the face of the income statement for all
     entities with complex capital structures. Basic EPS is computed as net
     income divided by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding
     for the period. The weighted average shares outstanding for fiscal 2000
     also includes 71,513 shares to be issued which were outstanding from March
     10, 2000. During fiscal 2001, the Company's management determined the
     Company did not have an obligation to issue the additional shares, and the
     71,513 shares have been removed from the weighted average number of common
     shares outstanding. Diluted EPS reflects the potential dilution that could
     occur from common shares issuable through stock options, warrants and
     convertible debentures. Diluted EPS has not been presented for the effects
     of stock options, warrants and convertible debentures, as the effect would
     be antidilutive. Accordingly, basic and diluted EPS did not differ for any
     period presented. Had the effect not been antidilutive, 68,843,290 shares
     would have been included in the diluted earnings per share calculation for
     the year ended June 30, 2001. For purposes of computation of EPS, the
     shares issued for the acquisition of 67% of e.Volve (11,365,614 shares) are
     deemed to have been in existence for the entire period.

     Fair Value of Financial Instruments

     The carrying value of financial instruments approximated fair value as of
     June 30, 2001 and 2000 due to either short maturity or terms similar to
     those available to similar companies in the open market.
     Segment Information

     SFAS No. 131, "Disclosures about Segments of an Enterprise and Related
     Information", established standards for reporting information about
     operating segments in the Company's financial statements. Operating
     segments are defined as components of an enterprise about which separate
     financial information is available that is evaluated regularly by the chief
     operating decision maker, or decision making group, in deciding how to
     allocate resources and in assessing performance. The Company has determined
     that it operates in one segment.

     Effect of New Accounting Pronouncements

     In June 1998, the FASB issued SFAS No. 133, "Accounting for Derivative
     Instruments and Hedging Activities". SFAS No. 133 requires companies to
     recognize all derivatives as either assets or liabilities in the statement
     of financial position and measure those instruments at fair value. SFAS No.
     133, as amended by SFAS 137, is effective for the Company's fiscal year
     ended June 30, 2001. The adoption of SFAS No. 133 did not have an effect on
     the Company's current financial reporting, as the Company does not utilize
     derivative instruments.

     In December 1999, the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") issued
     Staff Accounting Bulletin ("SAB") No. 101, "Revenue Recognition in
     Financial Statements." SAB No. 101 outlines the basic criteria that must be
     met to recognize revenue and provides guidance for disclosure related to
     revenue recognition policies. The adoption of SAB No. 101 was effective
     July 1, 2000 and did not materially impact the Company's financial position
     or results of operations.


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     In March 2000, the FASB issued Interpretation ("FIN") No. 44, "Accounting
     for Certain Transactions Involving Stock Compensation - an Interpretation
     of APB No. 25". FIN No. 44 clarifies the application of Opinion No. 25 for
     certain issues including: (a) the definition of employee for purposes of
     applying Opinion No. 25, (b) the criteria for determining whether a plan
     qualifies as a non-compensatory plan, (c) the accounting consequences of
     various modifications to the terms of a previously fixed stock option or
     award, and (d) the accounting for an exchange of stock compensation awards
     in a business combination. The adoption of FIN No. 44 was effective July 1,
     2000, and did not have a material impact on Novo Networks' financial
     position or results of operations.

     In July 2001, the FASB issued SFAS No. 141, "Business Combinations," and
     SFAS No. 142, "Goodwill and Other Intangibles." SFAS No. 141 requires all
     business combinations initiated after June 30, 2001 to be accounted for
     using the purchase method of accounting. Under SFAS No. 142, goodwill is no
     longer subject to amortization over its estimated useful life.
     Prospectively, goodwill is subject to at least an annual assessment for
     impairment applying a fair-value-based test. Additionally, an acquired
     intangible asset should be separately recognized if the benefit of the
     intangible asset is obtained through contractual or other legal rights, or
     if the intangible asset can be sold, transferred, licensed, rented, or
     exchanged, regardless of the acquirer's intent to do so. As of June 30,
     2001, the Company did not have any purchased intangibles recorded on its
     balance sheet, net of accumulated amortization as a result of the
     impairment loss recorded during fiscal 2001. The adoption of SFAS No. 141
     and SFAS No. 142 is not expected to have a material impact on future
     financial statements.

     Accounting Estimates

     The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally
     accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and
     assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and
     disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the
     financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses
     during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those
     estimates.

     Reclassifications

     Certain prior year balances have been reclassified to be consistent with
     fiscal 2001 presentation. These reclassifications have no impact on prior
     fiscal year net losses.


4.   GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLES, NET

     During the fiscal year ended June 30, 2001, the Company recorded impairment
     loss of $86.6 million relating to goodwill. As a result of the decision to
     dispose of iGlobal operations, iGlobal related goodwill of $62.4 million
     was written off. Additionally, in assessing the recoverability of the
     goodwill related to the Initial Transaction, the Company wrote-off the
     remaining goodwill of $24.2 million.

     At June 30, 2000, goodwill and other intangibles was comprised of the
     following:


<Table>
<S>                                                                           <C>
          Goodwill arising from the Initial Transaction
                Conversion of Major Shareholders options in AxisTel .......   $   4,500,000
                Purchase of 50% of AxisTel ................................      12,360,125
                Purchase of 1/3 of e.Volve ................................      11,662,506
          Goodwill arising from the acquisition of iGlobal ................      87,446,044
                                                                              -------------
                                                                                115,968,675
          Less:  Accumulated amortization .................................      (7,513,941)
          Other, net ......................................................         184,752
                                                                              -------------
                                                                              $ 108,639,486
                                                                              =============
</Table>


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5.   VAT RECEIVABLE

     VAT is a tax similar in nature to a sales and/or use tax. VAT is assessed
     by vendors operating in foreign countries, specifically Mexico. The tax is
     paid by the Company directly to the assessing vendor who remits the tax to
     the Mexican Taxing Authority ("MTA"). Based on an injunction received from
     the MTA, the Company is exempt from incurring this tax. As of June 30, 2001
     and 2000, VAT receivable consists of amounts due from either the assessing
     vendor or MTA (as applicable).


6.   RESTRICTED CASH

     Restricted cash at June 30, 2001 represents one certificate of deposit
     (including accrued interest) that serves as collateral for a letter of
     credit in the amount of $75,000. As of June 30, 2001, no amounts were drawn
     down on such letter of credit. At June 30, 2000, restricted cash represents
     amounts received pursuant to a pending insurance claim related to iGlobal's
     assets.


7.   PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT

     During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2001, the Company made the decision to
     no longer transmit traffic for certain of its domestic and international
     routes, which were determined to be unprofitable, or low margin routes. As
     a result, certain network assets identified to be phased out of operations,
     were determined to be impaired. The Company recorded an impairment loss
     totaling $22.3 million during fiscal 2001 relating to such property and
     equipment.

     Property and equipment consists of the following:


<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                                       June 30,
                                                                 Useful       ----------------------------
                                                                  Life            2001            2000
                                                              ------------    ------------    ------------
<S>                                                           <C>             <C>             <C>
          Leasehold improvements ...........................      2-10 Yrs.   $    413,703    $  1,557,040
          IRU fiber optic circuit ..........................        20 Yrs       3,405,379      15,365,000
          Other network equipment ..........................       3-5 Yrs.      3,516,539       7,314,911
          Furniture and fixtures ...........................       3-7 Yrs         959,012       1,075,176
                                                                              ------------    ------------
                                                                                 8,294,633      25,312,127
          Accumulated depreciation and amortization ........................    (2,595,056)     (1,018,835)
                                                                              ------------    ------------
                                                                              $  5,699,577    $ 24,293,292
                                                                              ============    ============
</Table>


     During the years ended June 30, 2001, 2000 and 1999, depreciation and
     amortization expense totaled $4,911,582, $2,493,918 and $957,966,
     respectively.

     Network equipment under capital leases at June 30, 2001 and June 30, 2000
     had a cost of $8,444,957 and $13,322,232, respectively and accumulated
     amortization of $4,040,370 and $2,196,404, respectively. The decrease in
     fiscal 2001 cost is attributable to a $6,175,701 impairment loss. See Note
     12 for disclosure of collective lease terms.


8.   INVESTMENTS IN AFFILIATES

     The Company has minority investments in development stage Internet and
     communications companies. The company accounts for the majority of its
     investments using the equity method. During the fiscal


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     years ended June 30, 2001, 2000 and 1999, the Company recorded equity
     losses totaling $9.0 million, $5.2 million and $33,766 respectively.

     Due to declining market conditions, negative operating results of the
     investee companies, lack of investee liquidity and other uncertainties
     surrounding the recoverability of these investments, an impairment loss of
     $10.8 million was recorded during fiscal 2001. For those investments in
     affiliates, which have been impaired completely, the Company will cease
     recording its share of losses incurred by the investee.

     Investments in affiliates consists of the following at June 30, 2001 and
     2000:

<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                                                         BALANCE AT JUNE 30,
                                                              % OWNERSHIP *            ACCOUNTING    ---------------------------
               ACCOUNTING COMPANY NAME                   COMMON         PREFERRED        METHOD          2001           2000
      ---------------------------------------------   ----------------------------    ------------   ------------   ------------
<S>                                                   <C>               <C>           <C>            <C>            <C>
      Gemini Voice Solutions (f/k/a PhoneFree) ....           17.2%           31.7%   Equity         $  1,617,161   $ 11,897,831
      ORB Communications & Marketing, Inc .........           19.0%          100.0%   Equity            2,772,614      7,713,650
      FonBox, Inc .................................           14.0%           50.0%   Equity                   --      2,034,632
      Launch Center 39 ("LC39") ...................            0.0%            2.1%   Cost                386,997      1,000,000
      Televant, Inc. (d/b/a CallRewards) ..........            0.0%            0.0%   Equity                   --        727,077
      Spydre Labs .................................            5.0%            0.0%   Cost                     --             --
                                                                                                     ------------   ------------
                                                                                                     $  4,776,772   $ 23,373,190
                                                                                                     ============   ============
</Table>


     * The percentage ownership reflects Novo Networks' ownership percentage at
     June 30, 2001.


     At June 30, 2000, Gemini met the criteria for a "significant subsidiary" as
     set forth in Rule 1.02(w) of Regulation S-X under the Exchange Act.
     Summarized financial information for Gemini after the elimination of any
     intercompany transactions with Novo Networks as of and for the six-months
     ended June 30, 2000 is as follows:


<Table>
<S>                                                                 <C>
          Financial position information:
               Current assets ...................................   $ 29,004,063
               Non-current assets ...............................      1,275,861
               Current liabilities ..............................      5,397,169
               Non-current liabilities ..........................             --
               Net assets .......................................     24,882,755
          Income statement information:
               Gross revenues ...................................        424,185
               Gross profit .....................................         74,371
               Loss from operations .............................    (22,447,167)
               Net loss .........................................    (22,698,298)

               Novo Networks' equity in Gemini's net loss .......   $ (4,067,078)
</Table>

     At June 30, 2001, Gemini no longer met the criteria for a "significant
     subsidiary".


9.   ACQUISITION AND DISPOSAL OF IGLOBAL

     On March 10, 2000, the Company issued an aggregate of 2,551,087 shares of
     common stock to the stockholders of iGlobal in exchange for all of the
     outstanding voting securities of iGlobal. In connection therewith, a total
     of 385,876 warrants and 580,678 options to purchase shares of common stock
     of iGlobal were converted into an aggregate of 139,378 warrants and 209,732
     options to purchase shares of


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     Novo Networks' common stock pursuant to the terms of each agreement.
     Allocation of consideration given for the purchase of 100% of iGlobal is as
     follows:


<Table>
<S>                                                   <C>
Cost of investment ...............................    $ 85,352,404
Add: Net liabilities acquired ....................       1,655,034
                                                      ------------
Excess attributed to goodwill ....................    $ 87,007,438
Less: Value attributed to shares not issued ......      (2,073,877)*
                                                      ------------
Adjusted excess attributed to goodwill ...........      84,933,561
                                                      ============
</Table>


          *    The value of 71,513 shares to be issued was initially included in
               the cost of the investment. During fiscal 2001, it was determined
               that iGlobal did not meet the required performance criteria and
               the shares were not issued.

     In addition to the amounts presented above, the Company incurred $438,606
     in transaction costs, which were capitalized in Goodwill.

     In March 2001, the Company made the decision to dispose of its investment
     in iGlobal. On April 2, 2001, iGlobal filed a voluntary petition for
     bankruptcy under chapter 7 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. All of
     iGlobal's product offerings have been discontinued or abandoned. As a
     result of the disposition, the Company recorded an impairment loss of $62.4
     million during the year related to non-cash goodwill recorded in connection
     with the initial acquisition of iGlobal. The Company no longer controls the
     operations of iGlobal and, accordingly, has not included the accounts of
     iGlobal in its consolidated balance sheet. The iGlobal results of
     operations have been included from March 10, 2000, the date of acquisition,
     through April 2, 2001. As a result of the disposition, the Company
     eliminated $3.7 million in assets excluding goodwill and $9.1 million in
     liabilities from its consolidated balance sheet. The Company believes it
     has no further liabilities or contingencies resulting from the iGlobal
     disposition.

     The following unaudited pro forma financial information assumes the
     disposition of iGlobal took place at the beginning of each of the fiscal
     periods presented:

<Table>
<Caption>
                                                            For the Year
                                                            Ended June 30,
                                                    -------------------------------
                                                        2001               2000
                                                    -------------     -------------
<S>                                                 <C>               <C>
Revenues .......................................    $  70,708,197     $  54,877,483
Loss from operations, before
      other (income) expense ...................    $(172,005,844)    $(104,843,692)
Net loss available to common shareholders ......    $(183,616,089)    $(120,237,852)
Net loss per share - (basic and diluted) .......    $       (3.52)    $       (3.10)
                                                    =============     =============
</Table>



10.  REORGANIZATION AND RESTRUCTURING CHARGE

     In October 2000, the Company began execution of a plan to consolidate the
     assets, network and management of its wholly owned operating subsidiaries
     into a single broadband network and communication services company. The
     plan had a focus on providing broadband and voice services to other service
     providers, which resulted in the discontinuation of retail Internet access
     services offered, principally, digital subscriber line access and dial-up
     access. The Company recorded reorganization and restructuring expense
     totaling approximately $4.3 million during the quarter ended December 31,
     2000. Amounts not utilized for their intended purpose of $0.4 million have
     been reversed to operating expense as of June 30, 2001.

     The restructuring charge, net of reversals, of $3.9 million includes cash
     expenditures totaling $1.5 million related to (i) personnel severance of
     $0.6 million, (ii) lease abandonment of $0.6 million, and (iii) other


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     costs of $0.3 million and non-cash charges of $2.4 million, primarily
     for the write-down of impaired assets and the fair value of stock options
     granted to a former employee as part of his separation agreement. The
     positions eliminated included three senior management positions as a result
     of the management consolidation and 16 technical and support positions
     related to the discontinuation of retail Internet access services.

     A summary of the completed and planned reorganization and restructuring
     activities follows:


<Table>
<Caption>

                                         REORGANIZATION        FISCAL          BALANCE AT
                                               AND              2001             JUNE 30,
                                          RESTRUCTURING      UTILIZATION          2001
                                         --------------     -------------     -------------
<S>                                      <C>                <C>               <C>
Personnel severance                       $   1,487,543     $  (1,487,543)    $          --
Property, plant & equipment                   1,374,498        (1,374,498)               --
Abandonment of leased facilities                646,389          (220,092)          426,297
Discontinuation and divestiture of
     retail Internet access operations          390,226          (390,226)               --
                                          -------------     -------------     -------------
                                          $   3,898,656     $  (3,472,359)    $     426,297
                                          =============     =============     =============
</Table>

11.  NOTES PAYABLE

     Notes payable at June 30, 2000 represent iGlobal debt obligations. As a
     result of management's decision to abandon iGlobal's operations, the
     accounts of iGlobal, including notes payable, have not been included in the
     accompanying consolidated balance sheet of the Company as of June 30, 2001
     (see Note 9).

     iGlobal had a credit facility with Cisco Systems Credit Corporation for
     $12,000,000 with interest payable quarterly at a spread of 600 basis points
     above the three-month London Interbank Offering Rate. The outstanding
     principal balance at June 30, 2000 was $3,669,488. Also included in Notes
     Payable at June 30, 2000 was an unsecured promissory note with a former
     officer of iGlobal in the amount of $245,000 bearing interest at 6.5%
     payable monthly.


12.  OBLIGATIONS UNDER CAPITAL LEASES

     The Company is a lessee under certain non-cancelable capital leases, which
     are secured by certain property and equipment (see Note 7). Terms of the
     leases call for monthly payments ranging from $479 to $89,211, including
     implicit rates ranging from 6.5% to 13.7% per annum. Future minimum lease
     payments under capital leases are as follows:

<Table>
<S>                                              <C>
For the year ended June 30,
2002 ........................................    $ 4,547,464
2003 ........................................      2,965,420
2004 ........................................      2,164,183
2005 ........................................        617,011
2006 ........................................             --
                                                 -----------
                                                  10,294,078
Amount representing interest ................      1,428,380
                                                 -----------
Present value ...............................      8,865,698
Capital leases, current portion .............      3,676,604
                                                 -----------
Capital leases, net of current portion ......    $ 5,189,094
                                                 ===========
</Table>


                                      F-21
<PAGE>

     Novo Networks, Inc. has guaranteed certain of its subsidiaries
     non-cancelable capital lease commitments which totaled $3.6 million at June
     30, 2001. The full liability is included in the amounts detailed above.

13.  COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

     Operating Leases

     The Company is a lessee under certain non-cancelable operating leases.
     Terms of the leases call for monthly payments ranging from $2,200 to
     $36,375. During the years ended June 30, 2001, 2000 and 1999, the Company
     incurred rental expense of $3,265,661, $2,574,896 and $4,555,513,
     respectively, pursuant to the operating leases detailed below. Future
     minimum lease payments under these non-cancelable operating leases are as
     follows:

<Table>
<S>                                              <C>
For the year ended June 30,
2002 ........................................    $2,631,289
2003 ........................................     1,208,844
2004 ........................................       865,455
2005 ........................................       830,741
2006 ........................................       705,511
Thereafter ..................................     3,544,260
                                                 ----------
                                                 $9,786,100
                                                 ==========
</Table>

     Novo Networks, Inc. has guaranteed certain of its subsidiaries
     non-cancelable operating lease commitments totaling $2.3 million at June
     30, 2001. This amount has been included in the future minimum lease
     commitments shown above.

     Litigation

     On July 30, 2001, the Company's principal Subsidiaries, including e.Volve
     and AxisTel, filed voluntary petitions under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy
     Code with the Bankruptcy Court (In re Axistel Communications, Inc., et. al.
     Case No. 01-10005 (RJN), jointly administered). On September 14, 2001, NNMS
     filed a voluntary petition under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code with the
     Bankruptcy Court (In re Novo Networks Metro Services, Inc., Case No.
     01-10466 (RJN)). The Company's Subsidiaries are currently operating as
     debtors-in-possession under the supervision of the Bankruptcy Court.
     On April 2, 2001, iGlobal filed a voluntary petition under chapter 7 of the
     Bankruptcy Code in the Northern District of Texas (In re Internet Global
     Services, Inc., Case No. 01-42383-MT-7).

     On May 16, 2001, Wholesale Telecom Corporation ("WTC") filed suit against
     Novo Networks International Services, Inc. ("NNIS"), an indirect
     wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, in the United States District Court
     for the Southern District of Florida for fraud, breach of contract, fraud
     in the inducement, and specific performance in connection with an agreement
     for the provision of services by NNIS to WTC. In its complaint, WTC seeks
     to recover from NNIS compensatory damages in excess of $500,000 and
     punitive damages in excess of $50,000,000. WTC alleges that NNIS failed to
     provide reliable and fully-protected circuits. Accordingly, WTC has refused
     to pay NNIS for certain services. NNIS repeatedly attempted to address
     WTC's concerns. However, when WTC persisted in its refusal to pay even
     undisputed amounts, NNIS suspended services. WTC responded by commencing
     this litigation. NNIS has filed a motion to dismiss the federal court case
     based on a mandatory arbitration provision in the agreement between NNIS
     and WTC governing the terms and conditions of services. NNIS intends to
     vigorously defend against WTC's claims and seek all relief to which it may
     entitled,


                                      F-22
<PAGE>
     including, without limitation, the recovery of all amounts owed for
     services rendered, pursuant to the applicable rules of the American
     Arbitration Association.

     On May 10, 2001, e.Volve appealed the judgment of the United States
     District Court for the District of Nevada in favor of Eltrax and against
     Orix Systems and e.Volve in an amount equal to $381,802 plus interest at
     the rate of 10.5% from February 19, 1998, to the date of judgment, and
     post-judgment interest thereafter to the United States District Court of
     Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. e.Volve intends to vigorously pursue its
     rights throughout the appellate process.

     The Company and its Subsidiaries are involved in other legal proceedings
     from time to time, including those described above of which management
     believes, if decided adversely to the Company or its Subsidiaries, would
     have a material adverse effect on the business, financial condition or
     results of operations of the Company.

     All legal proceedings commenced against the Debtors prior to the petition
     date have been suspended in accordance with the automatic stay provisions
     of the Bankruptcy Code.

     Employment Agreements

     The Company has entered into multi-year employment agreements or management
     contracts with seven of its senior executives. These agreements mature at
     various times through April 2003 and provide for annual salaries ranging
     between $150,000 and $200,000. In addition, certain of these employees were
     granted options to purchase Novo Networks' common stock. These options, if
     exercised, would represent the right to purchase 8,310,000 shares of common
     stock at various exercise prices ranging from $2.50 to $28.50 per option.
     Telecommunication Assessments

     Federal Excise Tax

     Under Federal law, common carriers are required to collect and remit a 3%
     excise tax on revenues generated from the sale of defined
     telecommunications services, other than sales of telecommunications
     services made on a wholesale basis to other common carriers or to other
     entities that are exempt from such tax. As of June 30, 2001 and 2000, the
     Company had accrued approximately $650,000 and $278,000, respectively,
     related to its commitment for excise tax. However, the Company has not
     remitted such amounts or filed the related forms. Management believes that
     it may be subject to fines and penalties for such compliance failures, but
     has not provided reserves in the accompanying financial statements for such
     contingency on the basis that it is unable to make a reasonable estimate of
     such amount. The ultimate resolution of this matter may have a material
     adverse effect on the Company's financial position and results of
     operations.

     Universal Service Fund ("USF") Assessments

     Similarly, the Company has not filed Federal Communication Commission
     ("FCC") Form 499 (Telecommunication Reporting Worksheet). The FCC uses
     information provided on Form 499 to assess USF fees required to be paid by
     common carriers. As a result, the Company has not received any notice of
     USF assessment from the FCC. Even in the event of an assessment by the FCC,
     uncertainty exists as to the characterization of the Company's telephony
     services under the FCC rules and regulations. Some or all of the Company's
     telephony services may be deemed to be "enhanced services," for which USF
     assessment are not required. No determination has been made as to the
     nature of the Company's telephony services for FCC purposes. As of June 30,
     2001 and 2000, the Company had accrued approximately $297,000 and $116,000,
     respectively, related to USF assessments. Management believes that it may
     be subject to fines and penalties for compliance failures, but has not
     provided reserves in the accompanying financial statements for such
     contingency on the basis that it is unable to make a reasonable estimate of
     such amount. The ultimate resolution of this matter may have a material
     adverse effect on the Company's financial position and results of
     operations.

14.  CUSTOMER AND VENDOR CONCENTRATIONS

     The Company has concentrations of credit risk related to customers, and
     vendors as follows:

     Customer Concentrations

     During fiscal 2001 and fiscal 2000, sales to Qwest represented 36% and 68%
     of total revenues,


                                      F-23
<PAGE>

     respectively. No other customer represented greater than 10% of total
     revenues during fiscal 2001 and fiscal 2000. As of June 30, 2001, Novo
     Networks had a receivable of $457,433 due from Qwest.

     During fiscal 1999, revenues from Qwest, RSL Communications, Inc. and Star
     Communication, Inc. represented 65%, 18%, and 16% of the Company's total
     revenues.

     Vendor Concentrations

     During fiscal 2001, the Company purchased 43% of its carrier and
     termination costs from three major vendors. During fiscal 2000, the Company
     purchased 55% of its carrier and termination costs from two major vendors.
     During fiscal 1999, the Company purchased 92% of its carrier and
     termination costs from one major vendor.


15.  INCOME TAXES

     There is no provision for income tax expense since the Company incurred net
     losses for all periods presented. At June 30, 2001, the Company had net
     operating loss carryforwards ("NOLs") of approximately $69.3 million. The
     NOLs expire in years through 2020.

     NOL's generated from operations prior to the Initial Transaction may be
     limited due to limitations on the annual amount of NOLs which can be
     utilized if certain changes in ownership occur.

     Deferred tax assets and liabilities for fiscal 2001 and fiscal 2000 reflect
     the impact of temporary differences between the amounts of assets and
     liabilities for financial reporting and income tax reporting purposes.
     Temporary differences that give rise to deferred tax assets and liabilities
     at June 30, 2001 and June 30, 2000 are as follows:


<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                             2001            2000
                                                                         ------------    ------------
<S>                                                                      <C>             <C>
          Deferred tax assets:
                Net operating loss carryforwards .....................   $ 25,662,120    $ 12,646,085
                Accrued expenses .....................................        672,340         327,080
                Accounts receivable reserves .........................      1,871,286         339,811
                Investment basis difference ..........................      6,515,973       1,919,160
                Fixed asset impairment ...............................      8,851,381              --
                                                                         ------------    ------------
                           Total gross deferred tax assets ...........     43,573,100      15,232,136
                Less valuation allowance .............................    (40,724,151)    (14,312,505)
                                                                         ------------    ------------
                           Net deferred tax assets ...................      2,848,949         919,631
                                                                         ------------    ------------

          Deferred tax liabilities:
                Accelerated depreciation .............................      2,848,949         851,272
                Other ................................................             --          68,359
                                                                         ------------    ------------
                           Total gross deferred tax liabilities ......      2,848,949         919,631
                                                                         ------------    ------------

                           Net deferred tax assets ...................   $         --    $         --
                                                                         ============    ============
</Table>


     Net deferred tax assets at June 30, 2001 and June 30, 2000 have been fully
     offset by valuation allowances as it is more likely than not that the
     Company will not ultimately realize any benefits resulting from such NOLs.
     Deferred tax assets resulting from net operating losses include $3,445,046
     relating to NOLs the company acquired through acquisitions.


                                      F-24
<PAGE>

     A reconciliation setting forth the differences between the effective tax
     rate of the Company and the U.S. statutory rate is as follows:


<Table>
<Caption>
                                                      2001                          2000                          1999
                                            ------------------------     -------------------------     -------------------------
<S>                                         <C>             <C>          <C>             <C>           <C>             <C>
Statutory federal income tax benefit ....   $ 64,605,262          35%    $ 11,856,545           35%    $  1,741,102           34%
State tax rate, net of federal benefit...      3,691,729           2%         677,517            2%              --           --
Non-deductible expense ..................    (43,167,691)        (23)%     (3,902,583)         (11)%             --           --
Other ...................................      1,282,346           1%       3,455,046           10%              --           --
Increase in valuation allowance .........    (26,411,646)        (15)%    (12,086,525)         (36)%     (1,741,102)         (34)%
                                            ------------    --------     ------------    ---------     ------------    ---------
Effective rate, net .....................   $         --          --               --    $      --               --    $      --
                                            ============    ========     ============    =========     ============    =========
</Table>



16.  STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT)

     As of June 30, 2001, pursuant to the Amendment to the Amended and Restated
     Certificate of Incorporation of Novo Networks, Inc. dated November 13,
     2000, the Company is authorized to issue 225,000,000 shares, consisting of
     (i) 200,000,000 shares of Common Stock, par value $0.00002 per share, and
     (ii) 25,000,000 shares of Preferred Stock, par value $0.00002 per share. As
     of June 30, 2000, the Company is authorized to issue 80,000,000 shares,
     consisting of (i) 75,000,000 shares of Common Stock, par value $0.00002 per
     share, and (ii) 5,000,000 shares of Preferred Stock, par value $0.00002 per
     share.

     Common Stock

     At June 30, 2001, the Company had 52,323,701 shares of Common Stock issued
     and outstanding. Subsequent to year end the Company announced plans to
     effect a 1-for-7 reverse stock split, which if enacted would result in
     7,474,814 shares outstanding.

     The Company has been notified by the Nasdaq that it has concerns related to
     the Company's ability to satisfy the minimum listing requirements,
     specifically a share price above $1 per share, and the Subsidiaries
     bankruptcy, and on July 30, 2001 it temporarily suspended the trading of
     the Company's common stock pending satisfactory resolution of its concerns.
     Management has proposed a 1-for-7 reverse stock split to address the
     concerns of the Nasdaq but has not yet effected such split.

     Preferred Stock

     The board of directors is authorized to establish and designate series of
     Preferred Stock, to fix the number of shares constituting each series, and
     to fix the designations and the preferences, limitations, and relative
     rights, including voting rights, of the shares of each series. As of June
     30, 2001, the Company's board of directors had designated four series of
     Preferred Stock consisting of the following:

         Series A Convertible Preferred Stock ($.00002 par value, 5,000 shares
         authorized, 0 shares issued and outstanding) Holders of Series A
         Convertible Preferred Stock are not entitled to vote, except as
         provided by law and are not entitled to receive any dividends. In the
         event of liquidation, holders of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock
         are entitled to receive $1,000 per share out of the assets available
         for distribution to the Company's stockholders.

         Series B Convertible Preferred Stock ($.00002 par value, 25,000 shares
         authorized, 4,500 shares issued and outstanding) Holders of Series B
         Convertible Preferred Stock are not entitled to vote, except as
         provided by law and are not entitled to receive any dividends. In the
         event of liquidation, holders of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock
         are entitled to receive $1,000 per share out of the assets available
         for distribution to the Company's stockholders under the same terms as
         the holders of any outstanding shares of Series A Convertible Preferred
         Stock.

              7,000 shares of Series B convertible Preferred Stock were issued
              on November 19, 1999, November 26, 1999 and December 15, 1999 at a
              price of $1,000 per share. The shares are convertible into common
              shares at a price of $13.80 per share, subject to certain
              anti-dilution adjustments. On March 13, 2000, 2,500 shares of
              Series B Preferred Stock were converted to 181,159 shares of
              common stock.


                                      F-25
<PAGE>

         Series C Convertible Preferred Stock ($.00002 par value, 30,000 shares
         authorized, 14,570 shares issued and outstanding) Holders of Series C
         Convertible Preferred Stock are not entitled to vote, except as
         provided by law and are not entitled to receive any dividends. In the
         event of liquidation, holders of Series C Convertible Preferred Stock
         are entitled to receive $1,000 per share out of the assets available
         for distribution to the Company's stockholders under the same terms as
         the holders of any outstanding shares of Series A and Series B
         Convertible Preferred Stock.

              15,570 shares of Series C Convertible Preferred Stock were issued
              in a series of transactions closed between January 6 and February
              10, 2000 to 8 accredited investors, at a price of $1,000 per
              share. The shares are convertible into Common Stock at a price of
              $17.90 per share, subject to certain anti-dilution adjustments.
              During fiscal 2001, 1,000 shares were converted into 55,866 shares
              of Novo Networks common stock.

         Series D Convertible Preferred Stock (50,000 shares authorized, 7,325
         shares issued and outstanding) The par value of shares of Series D
         Convertible Preferred Stock is $0.00002 with a liquidation value of
         $1,000 per share. Holders of Series D Convertible Preferred Stock are
         entitled to vote on all matters to be voted on by the Company's
         stockholders. Each share of Series D Stock shall have one vote for each
         share of Common Stock into which it may be converted.

              On December 5, 2000, the Company issued 7,000 shares of Series D
              Convertible Preferred Stock and 450,001 shares of the Company's
              common stock for approximately $7.0 million in cash and a minority
              interest in a private communications company. The shares of Series
              D Convertible Preferred Stock are convertible into shares of the
              Company's common stock at a price of $7.00 per share. The Company
              has assigned no value to the minority interest received in this
              transaction, and has treated the issuance of the 7,000 shares of
              Series D Convertible Preferred Stock and 450,001 shares of common
              stock as a single transaction. During fiscal 2001 an additional
              325 shares of Series D Convertible Preferred Stock were issued for
              payment of dividends.

     As a result of the beneficial conversion rates applied to the Series B,
     Series C and Series D Preferred Stock, the Company recorded an imputed
     non-cash preferred dividend totaling $2,299,750 and $10,407,954 in fiscal
     year 2001 and fiscal 2000, respectively.

     Stock Options

     On September 22, 1999 as part of the Agreement and Plan of Reorganization
     entered into in connection with the Initial Transaction (see Note 1), the
     Company adopted a new share option plan, the 1999 Omnibus Securities Plan,
     (the "1999 Plan") for its employees, officers, directors and consultants.
     The share option plans of e.Volve and AxisTel were terminated. The 1999
     Plan provides for the grant of incentive stock options and non-qualified
     stock options. The terms of the options are set by the Company's board of
     directors. The options expire no later than ten years after the date the
     stock option is granted. The number of shares authorized for grants under
     the Plan is 15% of the total outstanding common stock, provided that no
     more than 4 million options can be "incentive" stock options. Additionally,
     during fiscal 2000 the Company issued options outside of the 1999 Plan.


                                      F-26
<PAGE>

     In December 2000, the Company adopted a new share option plan, the 2001
     Equity Incentive Plan, (the "2001 Plan") for its employees and officers.
     The 2001 Plan provides for the grant of a maximum of 12,000,000 incentive
     stock options that expire no later than ten years after the date the stock
     option is granted. A summary of activity for the year ended June 30, 2001
     is presented below:


<Table>
<Caption>
                                                   2001 PLAN            1999 PLAN            NON-PLAN            e.VOLVE PLAN
                                             --------------------  -------------------  -------------------  --------------------
                                                         WEIGHTED             WEIGHTED             WEIGHTED             WEIGHTED
                                                         AVERAGE              AVERAGE              AVERAGE               AVERAGE
                                               NUMBER    EXERCISE   NUMBER    EXERCISE   NUMBER    EXERCISE   NUMBER    EXERCISE
                                              OF SHARES   PRICE    OF SHARES   PRICE    OF SHARES   PRICE    OF SHARES    PRICE
                                             ----------  --------  ---------  --------  ---------  --------  ---------  ---------
<S>                                          <C>         <C>       <C>        <C>       <C>        <C>       <C>        <C>
Options Outstanding at June 30, 1998 ......          --  $     --         --  $     --         --  $     --         --  $      --
Options Granted
     At Fair Market Value .................          --        --         --        --         --        --        780   3,274.04
     Below Fair Market Value ..............          --        --         --        --         --        --         --         --
Options Exercised .........................          --        --         --        --         --        --         --         --
Options Cancelled .........................          --        --         --        --         --        --         --         --
                                             ----------            ---------            ---------            ---------
Options Outstanding at June 30, 1999 ......          --  $     --         --  $     --         --  $     --        780  $3,274.04
                                             ==========  ========  =========  ========  =========  ========  =========  =========

Options exercisable at June 30, 1999 ......          --  $     --         --  $     --         --  $     --        436  $3,665.41
                                             ==========  ========  =========  ========  =========  ========  =========  =========

Weighted average fair value of
     options granted during fiscal 1999 ...              $     --             $     --             $     --             $3,274.04
                                                         ========             ========             ========             =========

Options Granted
     At Fair Market Value .................          --  $     --  3,282,997  $  15.34  9,493,000  $  22.89         --  $      --
     Below Fair Market Value ..............          --        --    766,666      8.13    191,574     12.00         --         --
Options Exercised .........................          --        --         --        --         --        --         --         --
Options Cancelled .........................          --        --         --        --         --        --        780   3,274.04
                                             ----------            ---------            ---------            ---------
Options Outstanding at June 30, 2000 ......          --  $     --  4,049,663  $  13.98  9,684,574  $  22.68         --  $      --
                                             ==========  ========  =========  ========  =========  ========  =========  =========

Options exercisable at June 30, 2000 ......          --  $     --    450,000  $  11.50         --  $     --         --  $      --
                                             ==========  ========  =========  ========  =========  ========  =========  =========

Weighted average fair value of
     options granted during fiscal 2000 ...              $     --             $   8.14             $  17.66             $      --
                                                         ========             ========             ========             =========

Options Granted
     At Fair Market Value .................  10,227,163  $   4.63  1,138,499  $   8.69         --  $     --         --  $      --
     Below Fair Market Value ..............          --        --         --        --         --        --         --         --
Options Exercised .........................          --        --         --        --         --        --         --         --
Options Cancelled .........................   3,281,038      4.63  1,874,997      4.66  3,430,667     23.00         --         --
                                             ----------            ---------            ---------            ---------
Options Outstanding at June 30, 2001 ......   6,946,125  $   4.63  3,313,165  $  13.24  6,253,907  $  22.50         --  $      --
                                             ==========  ========  =========  ========  =========  ========  =========  =========

Options exercisable at June 30, 2001 ......   4,644,625  $   4.63  1,720,163  $  11.97  4,519,858  $  22.77         --  $      --
                                             ==========  ========  =========  ========  =========  ========  =========  =========

Weighted average fair value of
     options granted during fiscal 2001 ...              $   4.62             $   4.84             $     --             $      --
                                                         ========             ========             ========             =========
</Table>

     At June 30, 2001, the range of exercise prices, weighted average exercise
     price and weighted average remaining contractual life for options
     outstanding are as follows:


<Table>
<Caption>
                                                            OPTIONS OUTSTANDING                           OPTIONS EXERCISABLE
                                               ----------------------------------------------         ----------------------------
                                                                  WEIGHTED       WEIGHTED                               WEIGHTED
                                                 NUMBER           AVERAGE        AVERAGE                NUMBER          AVERAGE
                       OPTION PRICE                OF             EXERCISE       REMAINING                OF            EXERCISE
                          RANGE                  SHARES            PRICE     CONTRACTUAL LIFE           SHARES           PRICE
                     ----------------          ---------        -----------  ----------------         -----------    -------------
<S>                  <C>                       <C>              <C>          <C>                      <C>            <C>
2001 PLAN            $ 2.50 to $ 5.00          6,946,125           $ 4.63        9.54 years             4,644,625           $ 4.63

1999 PLAN            $ 2.50 to $ 5.00            546,832           $ 3.96        9.37 years               191,666           $ 2.50
                     $ 5.01 to $10.00          1,808,333           $ 9.77        8.25 years             1,208,331           $10.00
                     $10.01 to $15.00             78,500           $14.87        8.40 years                28,500           $14.63
                     $15.01 to $20.00            204,500           $17.84        9.04 years                66,667           $17.88
                     $25.01 to $30.00            675,000           $28.50        8.72 years               224,999           $28.50

NON-PLAN             $10.01 to $15.00            191,574           $12.00        8.70 years                63,858           $12.00
                     $15.01 to $20.00            200,000           $18.00        8.80 years                66,667           $18.00
                     $20.01 to $25.00          5,862,333           $23.00        8.77 years             4,389,333           $23.00
</Table>



     The Company follows APB 25 in accounting for its stock options, and,
     accordingly, in fiscal 2000, recorded deferred compensation of $3,311,250
     equal to the fair value of options granted to employees that had an
     exercise price lower than the market price of the underlying stock on the
     day of the grant. The deferred compensation is being amortized over the
     related vesting periods and the amortization is included in selling,
     general and administrative expenses in the statement of operations. During
     fiscal 2001 and fiscal 2000 amortization of deferred compensation totaled
     $835,041 and $2,036,771, respectively. At June 30, 2001 the Company had
     $439,438 in remaining deferred compensation.

     The Company has adopted the disclosure-only provision of SFAS 123,
     "Accounting for Stock Based Compensation." SFAS 123 requires pro forma
     information be presented as if the Company had accounted for the stock
     options granted during fiscal 2001, 2000 and 1999 using the fair value
     method. The fair value for these options was estimated as of the date of
     grant using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model with the following
     assumptions:


                                      F-27
<PAGE>

<Table>
<Caption>
                                                            FISCAL     FISCAL      FISCAL
                                                             2001       2000        1999
                                                           --------   --------    --------
<S>                                                        <C>        <C>         <C>
Expected volatility.....................................      280.0%      60.0%       0.0%
Risk-free interest rate.................................        4.5%       6.1%   5.1-5.4%
Dividend yield..........................................        0.0%       0.0%       0.0%
Expected life (years)...................................        8.2        8.3        5.0
</Table>


     For purposes of pro forma disclosure, the estimated fair value of the
     options is amortized to expense over the options' vesting period. The
     Company's pro forma information relative to the 2001 Plan and 1999 Plan is
     as follows:

<Table>
<Caption>
PRO FORMA NET LOSS                                                          FISCAL 2001        FISCAL 2000
                                                                           --------------     -------------
<S>                                                                        <C>                <C>
     Net loss available to common shareholders as reported...............  $ (183,864,344)    $ (44,283,794)
     Additional compensation expense under SFAS 123......................     (75,372,825)      (17,471,952)
                                                                           --------------     -------------
     Net loss available to common shareholders, pro forma................  $ (259,237,169)    $ (61,755,746)
                                                                           ==============     =============

     Net loss per share, pro forma.......................................  $        (4.96)    $       (1.64)
     Net loss per share, basic and diluted, as reported..................  $        (3.52)    $       (1.14)
</Table>


     The share option plan of e.Volve was terminated as part of the Agreement
     and Plan of Reorganization entered into in connection with the Initial
     Transaction (see Note 1). The pro forma information relative to the options
     outstanding pursuant to e.Volve's share option plan at June 30, 1999 is as
     follows:

<Table>
<Caption>
PRO FORMA NET LOSS                                                        FISCAL 1999
                                                                         ------------
<S>                                                                      <C>
     Net loss available to common shareholders as reported............   $ (5,120,887)
     Additional compensation expense under SFAS 123...................       (453,000)
                                                                         ------------
     Net loss available to common shareholders, pro forma.............   $ (5,573,887)
                                                                         ============

     Net loss per share, pro forma....................................   $      (0.49)
     Net loss per share, basic and diluted, as reported...............   $      (0.45)

</Table>

     Common Stock Issued in Settlement of Accounts Payable

     During fiscal 2000, the Company issued 426,799 shares of common stock to
     three vendors for settlement of accounts payable. The shares were issued at
     a discount below market value and resulted in a charge to selling, general
     and administrative expense of $2,764,026.

     Warrants and Options Issued in Connection with the iGlobal Acquisition

     In connection with the iGlobal acquisition on March 10, 2000, the Company
     issued 139,378 warrants to purchase shares of common stock of the Company
     to holders of iGlobal warrants. The warrants have exercise prices of
     $0.01384 and $9.6899 and expire in fiscal years 2004 through 2006. The fair
     value of the warrants on March 10, 2000 of $3,829,325 has been included in
     the initial cost of the iGlobal acquisition. Additionally, the Company
     issued 209,732 options to purchase Novo Networks stock in exchange for
     fully vested options of iGlobal. The fair value of the options on March 10,
     2000 of $5,467,561 has also been included in the initial cost of the
     iGlobal acquisition. The fair value of the warrants and options was
     determined using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model.

     Call Options

     During fiscal 2000, Novo Networks entered into Issuer Stock Option
     Agreements ("Call Options") with two senior officers of the Company. The
     Call Options grant Novo Networks the option to acquire a combined 700,000
     shares of common stock of the Company at exercise prices of $15 to $20 per
     share


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     based on the date exercised. The Call Options expire in September 2001. The
     Company has accounted for the purchase of the Call Options as an equity
     instrument and, accordingly, recorded a reduction to additional paid in
     capital of $200,000, the combined purchase price of the call options.

17.  RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

     Sales to Affiliates

     During fiscal 2001 and fiscal 2000 sales to Gemini totaled $140,143 and
     $155,461, respectively. Sales to ICT during fiscal 2000 totaled $47,225.
     Such transactions occurred in the normal course of business.
     Administrative Expenses

     In September 1999, the Company entered into a Management Services Agreement
     with HW Partners to perform various operational and administrative services
     for eVentures. Barrett Wissman, Novo Networks' President, is the sole
     manager of HW Partners. Novo Networks incurred $105,525 in expense pursuant
     to this agreement during fiscal 2000.

     In February 2000, the Company paid a former majority shareholder of e.Volve
     $105,000 for consulting services.

     During the year ended June 30, 1999, the Company shared office space,
     payroll and certain other administrative expenses with a related party. The
     Company paid $156,597 for the year ended June 30, 1999 with respect to such
     expenses.

     Notes Receivable From Shareholders

     In March 2000, 15 employees of iGlobal exercised 524,436 options to
     purchase common stock of iGlobal by the use of a note payable to iGlobal.
     At June 30, 2000, the aggregate notes receivable totaled $1,048,872. The
     notes receivable bore interest at 8.5%, were secured by the common stock of
     Novo Networks received in the acquisition (189,426 common shares), and were
     due on April 15, 2001. During fiscal 2001, Novo Networks collected $96,984
     in principal from one former iGlobal employee and foreclose on the
     remaining $951,888, representing 171,911 shares of Novo Networks common
     stock.

     Notes Receivable From Affiliate

     In June 2000, Novo Networks advanced $100,000 to CallRewards pursuant to
     two promissory notes. During fiscal 2001, the Company advanced an
     additional $84,096. As a result of CallRewards merging with a subsidiary of
     Gemini in September 2000, these notes were converted into 103,340
     additional shares of Gemini common stock.

     Equipment Purchase

     On April 3, 2000, in connection with the relocation of Novo Networks'
     corporate offices and the employment of Jeffrey A. Marcus, Thomas P.
     McMillin, Daniel J. Wilson and Chad E. Coben, the Company entered into a
     letter agreement with each of these individuals that required Novo Networks
     to reimburse Marcus & Partners (an affiliate of these individuals) for
     certain leasehold improvements, fixtures and other costs associated with
     the finish out of Novo Networks' new offices. The total payment pursuant to
     this letter agreement was $1.5 million, representing the actual costs paid
     by Marcus & Partners for such items.



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18.  UNAUDITED QUARTERLY RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

     The following table presents unaudited summary data relating to the
     Company's results of operations for each quarter of the fiscal years ended
     June 30, 2001 and 2000 (in thousands, except per share data):

<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                     FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2001
                                                   ------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                   First Quarter    Second Quarter    Third Quarter    Fourth Quarter
                                                   -------------    --------------    -------------    --------------
<S>                                                <C>              <C>               <C>              <C>
Revenues .......................................   $  18,597,027    $   20,593,654    $  19,749,715    $   13,091,158
Gross profit (loss) ............................   $   1,255,695    $      (99,139)   $     504,918    $     (437,409)
Loss from operations before
  other income and expense .....................   $ (12,356,818)   $  (18,756,695)   $(125,133,484)   $  (16,224,528)
Net loss .......................................   $ (16,193,938)   $  (22,294,775)   $(127,280,871)   $  (18,094,760)
Net loss per share (basic and diluted) .........   $       (0.31)   $        (0.43)   $       (2.43)   $        (0.35)
Avg. shares outstanding (basic and diluted) ....      51,989,562        52,121,108       52,462,631        52,323,701
</Table>

<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                           FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2000
                                                        ------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                        First Quarter    Second Quarter    Third Quarter    Fourth Quarter
                                                        -------------    --------------    -------------    --------------
<S>                                                     <C>              <C>               <C>              <C>
Revenues..............................................  $  8,675,719     $   13,986,119    $  16,308,494    $   16,383,698
Gross (loss) profit...................................  $    (53,801)    $      955,857    $     908,189    $    1,887,769
Loss from operations before
  other income and expense............................  $ (1,869,833)    $   (7,582,919)   $  (6,029,949)   $  (13,298,876)
Net loss..............................................  $ (3,312,319)    $   (8,802,914)   $ (17,817,987)   $  (14,350,574)
Net loss per share (basic and diluted)................  $      (0.20)    $        (0.20)   $       (0.38)   $        (0.36)
Avg. shares outstanding (basic and diluted)...........    16,547,331         44,309,461       46,512,853        39,862,706
</Table>


<Table>
<Caption>
                                                                         FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1999
                                                          ------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                          First Quarter    Second Quarter    Third Quarter    Fourth Quarter
                                                          -------------    --------------    -------------    --------------
<S>                                                       <C>              <C>               <C>              <C>
Revenues................................................  $   4,205,662    $    8,808,038    $   7,979,792    $    6,254,781
Gross profit (loss).....................................  $     710,075    $    2,558,021    $   1,837,641    $   (1,169,048)
(Loss) income from operations before
  other income and expense..............................  $    (878,451)   $      704,200    $     (19,256)   $   (3,079,500)
Net (loss) income.......................................  $  (1,254,070)   $      353,161    $    (432,833)   $   (3,787,145)
Net (loss) income per share (basic and diluted).........  $       (0.11)   $         0.03    $       (0.04)   $        (0.33)
Avg. shares outstanding (basic and diluted)..............     11,365,614        11,365,614       11,365,614       11,365,614
</Table>


19.  PRO FORMA FINANCIAL DATA (UNAUDITED)

     In September and October 1999, the Company acquired all of the outstanding
     shares of AxisTel and the remaining 33.3% of e.Volve (see Note 1). On March
     10, 2000 the Company acquired 100% of iGlobal (see Note 9).



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     Set forth below is the Company's unaudited pro forma condensed statement of
     operations for the fiscal years ended June 30, 2000 and 1999 as though the
     above transactions had occurred on July 1, 1998:

<Table>
<Caption>
                                                          For the Year Ended June 30,
                                                        ------------------------------
                                                            2000             1999
                                                        -------------    -------------
<S>                                                     <C>              <C>
     Revenues.......................................    $  62,149,705    $  36,661,823
     Net loss available to common shareholders......    $  61,306,411    $ (32,400,283)
     Net loss per share.............................    $       (1.18)   $       (0.71)
</Table>

     The unaudited pro forma results are not necessarily indicative of either
     actual results of operations that would have occurred had the transactions
     referred to above occurred on July 1, 1998, respectively, or of future
     results.


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                    Report of Independent Public Accountants

         To the Board of Directors of Novo Networks, Inc.:

         We have audited, in accordance with generally accepted auditing
         standards, the consolidated financial statements of Novo Networks, Inc.
         (a Delaware corporation) and subsidiaries as of June 30, 2001, and the
         related consolidated statements of operations, shareholders' equity,
         and cash flows for the year in the period ended June 30, 2001 included
         in this report on Form 10-K and have issued our report thereon dated
         September 19, 2001. Our audit was made for the purpose of forming an
         opinion on the basic consolidated financial statements taken as a
         whole. Schedule II of this report on Form 10-K is the responsibility of
         the company's management and is presented for the purposes of complying
         with the Securities and Exchange Commission's rules and is not part of
         the basic consolidated financial statements. This schedule has been
         subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the basic
         consolidated financial statements and, in our opinion, fairly states in
         all material respects, the financial data required to be set forth
         therein in relation to the basic consolidated financial statements as
         of June 30, 2001 and for the year then ended taken as a whole.

                                          Arthur Andersen LLP

         Dallas, Texas
         September 19, 2001


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<PAGE>




                      NOVO NETWORKS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
                                   SCHEDULE II
                 VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS AND RESERVES



<Table>
<Caption>
                                                     BALANCE            CHARGED                                BALANCE
                                                       AT              TO COSTS                                  AT
                                                    BEGINNING             AND            DEDUCTIONS/           END OF
                                                    OF PERIOD          EXPENSES           WRITEOFFS            PERIOD
                                                  --------------    ----------------    ---------------    ----------------
<S>                                               <C>               <C>                 <C>                <C>
     ALLOWANCE FOR DOUBTFUL ACCOUNTS:

         Year ended June 30, 1999...........        $      --          $    12,170         $  (12,170)        $        --

         Year ended June 30, 2000...........        $      --          $   793,900         $       --         $   793,900

         Year ended June 30, 2001...........        $ 793,900          $ 4,038,479         $ (242,732)        $ 4,589,647
</Table>


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                                Index of Exhibits

<Table>
<Caption>
EXHIBIT                                                                                                                 FILED
NUMBER                          DESCRIPTION                                            INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE       HEREWITH
-------     --------------------------------------------------------------------     -----------------------------     --------
                                                                                     FORM         DATE      NUMBER
<S>         <C>                                                                      <C>       <C>          <C>        <C>
 3.1        Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of eVentures           10-Q       5/15/2000     3.1
            Group, Inc.

 3.2        Amended and Restated Certificate of Designation of Rights,               10        12/20/1999     3.6
            Preferences and Privileges of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock,
            dated October 14, 1999.

 3.3        Certificate of Designation of Rights, Preferences and Privileges of      10        12/20/1999     3.7
            Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, dated as of November 10, 1999

 3.4        Certificate of Amendment, dated as of December 15, 1999, to the          10        12/20/1999     3.8
            Certificate of Designation of Rights, Preferences and Privileges of
            Series B Convertible Preferred Stock.

 3.5        Certificate of Designation, Preferences and Rights of Series C           10/A        3/8/2000     3.9
            Convertible Preferred Stock, dated as of February 22, 2000.

 3.6        Amendment to Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation,          10-Q       2/14/2001     3.1
            filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware on
            November 13, 2000.

 3.7        Amendment to Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation,          10-Q       2/14/2001     3.2
            filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware on
            December 11, 2000.

 3.8        Certificate of Designation, Rights and Preferences of Series D           10-Q       2/14/2001     4.1
            Convertible Preferred Stock, filed on December 5, 2000.

 3.9        Amended and Restated By-Laws of eVentures Group, Inc.                    10-Q       5/15/2000     3.2

 4.1        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of September 22, 1999, among     8-K        10/7/1999     4.1
            the Registrant and the persons and entities set forth on Schedule 1
            thereto (the "First Registration Rights Agreement).

 4.2        Addendum to the First Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of         10/A        3/8/2000     4.2
            October 19, 1999, among eVentures Group, Inc., the persons set forth
            on Schedule 1 thereto and the other parties to the First
            Registration Rights Agreement.

 4.3        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of November 24, 1999,            10/A        3/8/2000     4.3
            between eVentures Group, Inc. and the person and entities
            signatories thereto, as holders of shares of Series B Convertible
            Preferred Stock.

 4.4        Letter Agreement, dated December 15, 1999, to the parties to the         10/A        3/8/2000     4.4
            Registration Rights Agreement dated as of September 27, 1999.
</Table>



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<PAGE>




<Table>
<Caption>
EXHIBIT                                                                                                                 FILED
NUMBER                          DESCRIPTION                                            INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE       HEREWITH
-------     --------------------------------------------------------------------     -----------------------------     --------
                                                                                     FORM         DATE      NUMBER
<S>         <C>                                                                      <C>       <C>          <C>        <C>
 4.5        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of December 31, 1999,            10/A        3/8/2000     4.5
            between eVentures Group, Inc. and the persons and entities
            signatories thereto, as holders of shares of Series C Convertible
            Preferred Stock.

 4.6        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of March 10, 2000, among         8-K        3/27/2000     4.1
            eVentures Group, Inc. and the persons and entities listed on
            Schedule 1 thereto.

 4.7        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000, by and         10-Q       5/15/2000     4.2
            among eVentures Group, Inc. and the signatories thereto.

 4.8        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of May 26, 2000, by and          10-K       9/28/2000     4.8
            among eVentures Group, Inc., Andrew Pakula and Laura Berland.

 4.9        Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of June 16, 2000, between        10-K       9/28/2000     4.9
            eVentures Group, Inc. and U.S. Telesource.

 4.10       Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of December 5, 2000, among       10-Q       2/14/2001    10.1
            Rock Creek Partners, II, Ltd., CB Private Equity Partners L.P. and
            eVentures Group, Inc.

 9.1        Voting Agreement, dated as of December 5, 2000, among Rock Creek         10-Q       2/14/2001     9
            Partners II, Ltd, CB Private Equity Partners L.P. and eVentures
            Group, Inc.

 10.1       Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of June 11, 1998, among Orix     10/A        3/8/2000    10.1
            Global Communications, Inc., certain of its shareholders and the
            purchasers named thereunder and Exhibits thereto.

 10.2       Debenture, dated as of June 11, 1998.                                    10        12/20/1999    10.2

 10.3       Letter Agreement, dated as of August 19, 1998 between Orix Global        10        12/20/1999    10.3
            Communications and Infinity Investors Limited.

 10.4       Debenture, dated as of August 19, 1998.                                  10        12/20/1999    10.4

 10.5       Letter Agreement, dated as of February 9, 1999 between Orix Global                 12/20/1999    10.5
            Communications and Infinity Investors Limited.

 10.6       Debenture, dated as of February 9, 1999.                                 10        12/20/1999    10.6

 10.7       Letter Agreement, dated as of April 15, 1999 among Orix Global           10        12/20/1999    10.7
            Communications, Inc., Infinity Investors Limited and the Founders
            (as defined therein).

 10.8       Amended and Restated Debenture, dated as of April 15, 1999.              10        12/20/1999    10.8

 10.9       Letter Agreement, dated as of April 29, 1999 between Orix Global         10        12/20/1999    10.9
            Communications and Infinity Investors Limited.

 10.10      Debenture, dated as of April 29, 1999.                                   10        12/20/1999    10.10

 10.11      Letter Agreement, dated as of April 30, 1999, between Orix Global        10        12/20/1999    10.11
            Communications, Inc. and Infinity Investors Limited.

 10.12      Debenture, dated as of April 30, 1999.                                   10        12/20/1999    10.12

 10.13      Note, dated as of August 20, 1999.                                       10/A        3/8/2000    10.13

 10.14      Promissory Note, dated as of March 2, 2000.                              10/A        3/8/2000    10.14

 10.15      Warrant Agreement, dated as of March 2, 2000, between i2v2.com Inc.      10/A        3/8/2000    10.15
            and eVentures Group, Inc.
</Table>



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<PAGE>




<Table>
<Caption>
EXHIBIT                                                                                                                 FILED
NUMBER                          DESCRIPTION                                            INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE       HEREWITH
-------     --------------------------------------------------------------------     -----------------------------     --------
                                                                                     FORM         DATE      NUMBER
<S>         <C>                                                                      <C>       <C>          <C>        <C>
 10.16      Lease Agreement, dated December, 1998, between AxisTel                   10        12/20/1999    10.13
            International, Inc. and Evergreen America Corporation.

 10.17      Lease Agreement, dated November 24, 1997, between Orix Global            10        12/20/1999    10.14
            Communications, Inc. and Trust F/3959 of Banco del Atlantico.

 10.18      Assignment Agreement, dated April 1, 1998, among Orix Global             10        12/20/1999    10.15
            Communications, Inc., Latin Gate de Mexico S.A. de C.V. and Trust
            F/3959 of Banco del Atlantico.

 10.19      Letter Agreement, dated April 3, 2000, between Marcus & Partners,        10-K       9/28/2000    10.26
            L.P. and eVentures Group, Inc.

 10.20      Guaranty Agreement by eVentures Group, Inc. as inducement to             10        12/20/1999    10.20
            Telecommunications Finance Group to provide a lease to AxisTel
            Communications, Inc., dated as of October 13, 1999.

 10.21      Amended and Restated 1999 Omnibus Securities Plan, dated as of           10/A        3/8/2000    10.23
            September 22, 1999. (compensatory agreement)

 10.22      Employment Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000, between eVentures       10-Q       5/15/2000    10.5
            Group, Inc. and Daniel J. Wilson. (compensatory agreement)


 10.23      Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement between eVentures Group,         10-Q      11/14/2000    10.2
            Inc. and Daniel J. Wilson, dated as of September 25, 2000

 10.24      Stock Option Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000 between eVentures      10-Q       5/15/2000    10.6
            Group, Inc. and Daniel J. Wilson. (compensatory agreement)

 10.25      Employment Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000, between eVentures       10-Q       5/15/2000    10.7
            Group, Inc. and Chad E. Coben. (compensatory agreement)

 10.26      Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement between eVentures Group,         10-Q      11/14/2000    10.5
            Inc. and Chad E. Coben, dated as of September 25, 2000

 10.27      Stock Option Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000 between eVentures      10-Q       5/15/2000    10.8
            Group, Inc. and Chad E. Coben. (compensatory agreement)

 10.28      Employment Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000, between eVentures       10-Q       5/15/2000    10.9
            Group, Inc. and Barrett N. Wissman. (compensatory agreement)

 10.29      Stock Option Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000 between eVentures      10-Q       5/15/2000    10.10
            Group, Inc. and Barrett N. Wissman. (compensatory agreement)

 10.30      Employment Agreement, dated as of April 17, 2000, between eVentures      10-Q       5/15/2000    10.13
            Group, Inc. and Susie C. Holliday. (compensatory agreement)

 10.31      Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement between eVentures Group,         10-Q      11/14/2000    10.6
            Inc. and Susie C. Holliday, dated as of September 25, 2000

 10.32      Stock Option Agreement, dated as of April 17, 2000 between eVentures     10-Q       5/15/2000    10.14
            Group, Inc. and Susie C. Holliday. (compensatory agreement)

 10.33      Amendment to Non-Qualified Stock Option Agreement between eVentures      10-Q      11/14/2000    10.7
            Group, Inc. and Susie C. Holliday, dated October 2, 2000
</Table>



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<PAGE>




<Table>
<Caption>
EXHIBIT                                                                                                                 FILED
NUMBER                          DESCRIPTION                                            INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE       HEREWITH
-------     --------------------------------------------------------------------     -----------------------------     --------
                                                                                     FORM         DATE      NUMBER
<S>         <C>                                                                      <C>       <C>          <C>        <C>
 10.34      Employment Agreement, dated as of March 10, 2000, between IGS            10-K       9/28/2000    10.44
            Acquisition Corporation and David N. Link. (compensatory agreement)

 10.35      Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement between eVentures Group,         10-Q      11/14/2000    10.8
            Inc. and David N. Link, dated as of September 25, 2000

 10.36      Common Stock Subscription Agreement, dated as of April 4, 2000, by       10-Q       5/15/2000    10.15
            and among eVentures Group, Inc. and the signatories thereto.

 10.37A     Form of New Directors and Officers Indemnification Agreement             10-K       9/28/2000    10.49A

 10.37B     Schedule of Parties to New Directors and Officers Indemnification        10-K       9/28/2000    10.49B
            Agreement.

 10.38A     Form of Incumbent Directors and Officers Indemnification Agreement       10-K       9/28/2000    10.50A

 10.38B     Schedule of Parties to Incumbent Directors and Officers                  10-K       9/28/2000    10.50B
            Indemnification Agreement.

 10.39      Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of May 3, 2000, by and among     10-Q       5/15/2000    10.23
            PhoneFree.com, Inc. and the purchasers listed on Schedule A attached
            thereto.

 10.40      Issuer Option Agreement, dated as of April 10, 2000, between             10-Q       5/15/2000    10.16
            eVentures Group, Inc. and Samuel L. Litwin. (compensatory agreement)

 10.41      Issuer Option Agreement, dated as of April 10, 2000, between             10-Q       5/15/2000    10.17
            eVentures Group, Inc. and Mitchell C. Arthur. (compensatory
            agreement)

 10.42      2001 Equity Incentive Plan                                               10-Q       5/15/2000    10.42

            Employment Agreement, dated as of July 17, 2001 between Novo             10-K       9/28/2001    10.42
            Networks Operating Corp. and Steven R. Loglisci..

            Consulting Agreement, dated as of July 30, 2001, between Novo            10-K       9/28/2001    10.42
            Networks Operating Corp. and John L. Higgins

            Employment Agreement, dated as of March 10, 2000, between IGS            10-K       9/28/2001    10.42
            Acquisition Corporation and Patrick G. Mackey. (compensatory
            agreement)

            Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement between eVentures Group,         10-K       9/28/2001    10.42
            Inc. and Patrick G. Mackey, dated as of September 25, 2000.

            Amendment No. 2 to Employment Agreement between Novo Networks,           10-K       9/28/2001    10.42
            Inc. and Patrick G. Mackey, dated as of January 10, 2001.

</Table>



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<PAGE>



<Table>
<Caption>
EXHIBIT                                                                                                                 FILED
NUMBER                          DESCRIPTION                                            INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE       HEREWITH
-------     --------------------------------------------------------------------     -----------------------------     --------
                                                                                     FORM       DATE        NUMBER
<S>         <C>                                                                      <C>      <C>           <C>        <C>
            Credit and Guaranty Agreement dated as of August 9, 2001 among            10-K    9/28/2001     10.42
            Axistel Communications, Inc., a corporation organized and existing
            under the laws of Delaware and a debtor and debtor-in-possession
            ("AxisTel"), Novo Networks Global Services, Inc., a corporation
            organized and existing under the laws of Delaware and a debtor and
            debtor-in-possession ("NNGS"), Novo Networks International Services,
            Inc., a corporation organized and existing under the laws of
            Delaware and a debtor and debtor-in-possession ("NNIS"), and e.Volve
            Technology Group, Inc., a corporation organized and existing under
            the laws of Nevada and a debtor and debtor-in-possession
            ("e.Volve"), Novo Networks Operating Corp., a corporation organized
            and existing under the laws of Delaware and a debtor and
            debtor-in-possession ("NNOC" and collectively with AxisTel, NNGS,
            NNIS and e.Volve, the "Borrowers"), Novo Networks (UK) Ltd., a
            corporation organized and existing under the laws of the United
            Kingdom ("NNL"), Web2dial Communications, Inc., a corporation
            organized and existing under the laws of Delaware ("Web2Dial"),
            Servicios Profesionales J.R.J.S., S.A. DE C.V., a corporation
            organized and existing under the laws of Mexico ("Servicios"), Novo
            Networks Metro Services, Inc., a corporation organized and existing
            under the laws of Delaware ("NNMS"), Novo Networks Media Services,
            Inc., a corporation organized and existing under the laws of
            Delaware ("NNMedia"), Novo Networks Metro Services (Virginia), Inc.,
            a corporation organized and existing under the laws of Virginia
            ("NNMSV"), and e.Volve Technology Group De Mexico, S.A. DE C.V., a
            corporation organized and existing under the laws of Mexico ("EGM"
            and collectively with NNL, Web2Dial, Servicios, NNMS, NNMedia and
            NNMSV, the "Guarantors"), and Novo Networks, Inc., a corporation
            organized and existing under the laws of Delaware (the "Lender").

10.43       Switched Services Agreement, dated April 29, 1998, by and between Orix                                        X
            Global Communications, Inc. and Qwest Communications Corporation.

10.44       Carrier Service Agreement for International Terminating Traffic, dated                                        X
            September 17, 1998, by and between Qwest Communications Corporation and
            Orix Global Communications, Inc.

10.45       Qwest Communications Corporation Carrier Service Agreement, dated                                             X
            April 12, 1999, by and between Qwest Communications Corporation and Orix
            Global Communications, Inc.

10.46       IRU Agreement, dated September 30, 1999, by and between Qwest
            Communications Corporation and e.Volve Technologies.                                                          X

10.47       Amendment No. 1 to IRU Agreement, dated June 16, 2000, by and between                                         X
            Qwest Communications Corporation, e.Volve Technologies and AxisTel
            Communications, Inc.

10.48       Letter Agreement, dated June 19, 2000, by and between Qwest Communications                                    X
            Corporation and Axistel Communications, Inc.

11          Statement re-computation of per share earnings. (Information              10-K       9/28/2001    11
            regarding the computation of loss per share is set forth in the
            Consolidated Financial Statements.)

21.1        Subsidiaries of eVentures Group, Inc.                                     10-K       9/28/2001   21.1

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