FORM 6K

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

Report of Foreign Issuer


Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

For the month of November, 2003

Commission File Number 000-30224


CRYPTOLOGIC INC.
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

1867 Yonge Street, 7th Floor
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M4S 1Y5
(Address of principal executive offices)

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SIGNATURE

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

  CRYPTOLOGIC INC.


Date:   November 6, 2003
                                                                                   
James A. Ryan
Chief Financial Officer





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NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Symbol: NASDAQ: CRYP; TSX: CRY

ALL DOLLAR AMOUNTS IN US$


CRYPTOLOGIC DELIVERS STRONG PERFORMANCE IN Q3 2003
Revenue rose 37%, net profit up 75%;
Strong quarterly growth evidence of focused international and product expansion strategy


November 5, 2003 (Toronto, ON) – CryptoLogic Inc., a leading software developer to the Internet gaming and e-commerce industries, announced today its financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003. The strong results highlight the continuing growth and strength of the company’s business.

“CryptoLogic continues to outperform in 2003, driven by our focused strategy of international diversification and product expansion,” said Lewis Rose, CryptoLogic’s President and CEO. “Third quarter revenue rose more than 35% to $10.9 million and net income increased by 75% to $2.3 million, even in seasonally the softest period of the year. CryptoLogic also achieved two important milestones: the listing of our shares on the London Stock Exchange and the declaration of our first ever quarterly dividend – signs of our financial strength.”

CryptoLogic’s third quarter achievements included:

Earnings growth to $0.18 per diluted share, ahead of analysts' consensus of $0.15 and the 2002 third quarter of $0.11;

Commenced trading on the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market, in line with the company’s global strategy and commitment to the highest regulatory standards and transparency in the industry;

Declared a quarterly dividend of $0.03 per share - the first in CryptoLogic's history;

Renewed and expanded an exclusive agreement until 2008 with a major existing UK licensee, Littlewoods Gaming, for both online casino and poker solutions developed by CryptoLogic;

Continued global diversification, with licensees’ revenue from international markets at approximately 55% year-to-date, up from about 40% in fiscal 2002; and

New poker and bingo products continued to contribute over 10% of total revenue, providing promising upside opportunities in these large, emerging game segments.



Tel (416) 545-1455        Fax (416) 545-1454
1867 Yonge Street, 7th Floor, Toronto, Canada M4S 1Y5






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Strong Q3 Growth (All financial figures are expressed in U.S. dollars)
For the third quarter ended September 30, 2003, CryptoLogic recorded a 37% increase in revenue to $10.9 million, compared with $8.0 million in last year’s third quarter. EBITDA for the quarter rose 81% to $2.9 million, compared with $1.6 million in 2002. This translated into an EBITDA margin of 26% as a percentage of revenue, up from 20% last year. Net income rose 75% to $2.3 million or $0.18 per diluted share, compared with $1.3 million or $0.11 per diluted share last year.

The strong gains in the third quarter were attributed to existing customers’ stabilizing and growing businesses fuelled by higher player deposits and wagers, enhanced payment options, and increasing contribution from new licensees. As well, growth continued from international players, and incremental revenue from new poker and bingo products. Improved EBITDA margins for the third quarter reflected CryptoLogic’s scalable expense structure, while the company continued to invest in key areas of its business to drive sustainable, long-term growth.

Revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2003 rose 20% to $30.7 million, compared with $25.6 million in the same 2002 period. EBITDA for the first nine months in 2003 increased 29% to $8.0 million, compared with $6.2 million before the non-recurring special charge last year. This translated into improved EBITDA margin of 26%, up from 24% in 2002. Net income improved 21% to $6.7 million or $0.54 per diluted share, versus $5.5 million ($0.43 per diluted share) before the special charge in 2002. After the special charge, the company had a net loss of $4.3 million or $0.35 per diluted share in 2002.

Balance Sheet Strength
CryptoLogic continued its track record of consistent operating profits and healthy cash flow. At September 30, 2003, CryptoLogic had no debt, and a cash position of $59.4 million (Q2 2003: $51.6 million) or $4.76 per diluted share (Q2 2003: $4.19) (comprising cash and cash equivalents, short term investments, and including restricted cash of $5.6 million). This cash amount excluded $7.8 million in user deposits, which are funds held on behalf of licensees’ players. User funds on deposit have been separated on the balance sheet starting this quarter to provide improved disclosure of the company’s available working capital.

The company’s working capital was $41.9 million or $3.36 per diluted share. Operating cash flow for the third quarter of 2003 was $9.9 million, up from $2.2 million in 2002, due to increased cash generated from earnings, lower restricted cash requirements, and other changes in working capital.

Quarterly Dividend
In September, CryptoLogic’s Board of Directors adopted a quarterly dividend policy. The Board approved the first dividend of $0.03 per share, payable on November 24, 2003 to shareholders of record as at November 17, 2003. CryptoLogic is one of the few software companies with a regular dividend policy.

Global Expansion
CryptoLogic’s strategy of global expansion continued to be reflected in licensees’ international revenue at approximately 55% of total revenue year-to-date, up from about 40% in 2002. The company continues to benefit from the favourable contribution and growth of existing and new customers focused on overseas markets.

In September of 2003, CryptoLogic, through its licensing subsidiary, WagerLogic, secured a long-term, expanded agreement with a current customer, Littlewoods Gaming, a major household name in the UK. Littlewoods committed to a five-year exclusive contract, conditional upon performance targets after the second year, to continue to use WagerLogic’s online casino offering, and added WagerLogic’s proven online poker solution, both until 2008. Littlewoods presents exciting potential for CryptoLogic in two significant growth areas – the burgeoning UK market and the large poker opportunity.






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London Stock Exchange Listing
The United Kingdom is emerging as the global center for regulated interactive gaming. CryptoLogic’s new listing on London’s Main Board further highlights its considerable UK presence, particularly its local operations and prominent UK customers, comprising William Hill plc, Littlewoods Gaming, The Ritz Club London Online, and ukbetting plc. The listing enhances the company’s visibility and profile in this high-growth region, and gives CryptoLogic access to a broader shareholder base in a gaming-friendly jurisdiction.

Strategic Product Diversification
In an increasingly competitive and sophisticated global market, new game and service introductions create marketing opportunities for licensees, enhance player loyalty, and drive incremental revenue. One year since launch, poker and bingo contributes more than 10% of CryptoLogic’s revenue. Licensees are experiencing growth in their online businesses driven by these large, emerging game segments that attract a strong community of loyal players.

Outlook
CryptoLogic continues to deliver on its strategic plan and achieve solid top- and bottom-line performance. The company’s strong results in 2003 illustrate the importance of investments in key areas of CryptoLogic’s business. CryptoLogic remains alert to further opportunities to increase shareholder value.

Management forecasts that fourth quarter revenue will range from $11.0-$11.5 million, with net income of $2.3-$2.5 million or $0.18-$0.20 per diluted share.

2003 Third Quarter Analyst Call
A conference call is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. (EST) (1:30 p.m. GMT) on Thursday, November 6, 2003. Interested parties should call either 416-695-9753, 1-888-789-0150 (North America) or international toll free number at (Country Code) 800-4222-8835. Instant replay will be available until Thursday, November 13, 2003 by calling 416-695-5275 or 1-866-518-1010.


About CryptoLogic (www.cryptologic.com)
Focused on integrity and innovation, CryptoLogic Inc. is a leading software development company serving the global Internet gaming market. The company’s proprietary technologies enable secure, high-speed financial transactions over the Internet. CryptoLogic continues to develop state-of-the-art Internet software applications for both the electronic commerce and Internet gaming industries. WagerLogic Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of CryptoLogic, is responsible for the licensing of its gaming software and services to customers worldwide. For more information on WagerLogic, visit www.wagerlogic.com.

CryptoLogic’s common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol: CRY), on the Nasdaq National Market (symbol: CRYP), and on the London Stock Exchange (symbol: CRP).


For more information, please contact:
    CryptoLogic, (416) 545-1455
    Nancy Chan-Palmateer, Director of Communications
    Jim Ryan, Chief Financial Officer
Argyle Rowland, (416) 968-7311 (North American media)
Daniel Tisch, ext. 223/ dtisch@argylerowland.com
Melissa Chang, ext. 239/ melissa@argylerowland.com



Financial Dynamics, 44 20 7831 3113 (United Kingdom media)

Juliet Clarke, juliet.clarke@fd.com
Edward Bridges, edward.bridges@fd.com


CRYPTOLOGIC FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENT DISCLAIMER:
Statements in this press release which are not historical are forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, risks associated with the Company’s financial condition and prospects, legal risks associated with Internet gaming and risks of governmental legislation and regulation, risks associated with market acceptance and technological changes, risks associated with dependence on licensees and key licensees, risks relating to international operations, risks associated with competition and other risks detailed in the Company’s filings with securities regulatory authorities. These risks may cause results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements.






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CRYPTOLOGIC INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(In thousands of U.S. dollars)




As at
September 30,
2003
(unaudited)
As at
December 31,
2002
(audited)

ASSETS      
Current assets:  
     Cash and cash equivalents  $40,788   $13,660  
     Restricted cash  5,550   15,740  
     Short term investments  13,090   10,857  
     Reserves with processors  176   774  
     Accounts receivable  198   887  
     Prepaid expenses  1,219   916  
     Income taxes recoverable  --   583  

   61,021   43,417  
 
User funds on deposit   7,816   3,829  
Investments   --   680  
Capital assets   4,010   2,713  
Intangible assets   147   226  
Goodwill   1,665   1,665  

   $74,659   $52,530  

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY  
Current liabilities:  
     Accounts payable and accrued liabilities  $18,293   $  7,605  
     Income taxes payable  820   --  

   19,113   7,605  

User funds held on deposit   7,816   3,829  

   26,929   11,434  

Shareholders' equity:  
     Capital stock  10,990   10,720  
     Retained earnings  36,740   30,376  

   47,730   41,096  

   $74,659   $52,530  



CRYPTOLOGIC INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF RETAINED EARNINGS

(In thousands of U.S. dollars)
(Unaudited)




For the three months
ended September 30,
For the nine months
ended September 30,
2003 2002 2003 2002

Retained earnings, beginning of period   $ 34,790   $ 27,318   $ 30,376   $ 52,369  
Net income/(loss)  2,284   1,302   6,698   (4,320 )
Excess of purchase price of 
    treasury shares over stated value  --   (308 ) --   (19,737 )
Registration costs  (334 ) --   (334 ) --  

Retained earnings, end of period  $ 36,740   $ 28,312   $ 36,740   $ 28,312  






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CRYPTOLOGIC INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

(In thousands of U.S. dollars, except per share information)
(Unaudited)




For the three months
ended September 30,
For the nine months
ended September 30,
2003 2002 2003 2002

Revenue   $10,944   $  8,004   $30,671   $ 25,558  

Expenses 
    Software development and support  6,617   4,879   18,543   14,581  
    General and administrative  1,374   1,434   3,865   4,401  
    Finance  74   105   259   358  
    Amortization  442   303   1,059   718  

   8,507   6,721   23,726   20,058  

Income from operations  2,437   1,283   6,945   5,500  
Interest income  196   164   531   490  

Income before undernoted  2,633   1,447   7,476   5,990  

Special charge  --   --   --   (10,506 )

Income/(loss) before taxes  2,633   1,447   7,476   (4,516 )
Income taxes  349   145   778   (196 )

Net income/(loss)  $  2,284   $  1,302   $  6,698   $(4,320 )

Earnings/(loss) per share 
    Basic 
       Before tax effected special charge  $    0.19   $    0.11   $    0.55   $     0.45  
       Net income/(loss)  $    0.19   $    0.11   $    0.55   $  (0.35 )
    Diluted 
       Before tax affected special charge  $    0.18   $    0.11   $    0.54   $     0.43  
       Net income/(loss)  $    0.18   $    0.11   $    0.54   $  (0.35 )
 
Weighted average number of shares (`000s) 
       Basic  12,256   12,317   12,233   12,274  
       Diluted  12,696   12,338   12,491   13,019  





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CRYPTOLOGIC INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(In thousands of U.S. dollars)
(Unaudited)




For the three months
ended September 30,
For the nine months
ended September 30,
2003 2002 2003 2002

Cash provided by (used in):          
Operating activities: 
      Net income/(loss)  $   2,284   $   1,302   $   6,698   $(4,320 )
      Adjustments to reconcile income to 
         cash provided by (used in) operating activities: 
              Amortization  442   303   1,059   718  
              Write-down of investments  --   --   --   6,903  
              Gain on sale of investment  --   --   (31 ) --  
      Changes in operating assets and liabilities: 
              Restricted cash  1,500   (1,200 ) 10,190   1,060  
              Reserves with processors  (17 ) 678   598   (698 )
              Accounts receivable  1,117   971   689   (52 )
              Prepaid expenses  (261 ) 230   (303 ) (208 )
              Income taxes  924   (45 ) 1,403   (277 )
              Accounts payable and accrued liabilities  3,952   5   10,688   2,912  

   9,941   2,244   30,991   6,038  

Financing activities: 
      Issue of capital stock  53   --   270   2,402  
      Registration costs  (334 ) --   (334 ) --  
      Repurchase of common shares  --   (330 ) --   (20,126 )

   (281 ) (330 ) (64 ) (17,724 )

Investing activities: 
      Additions to capital assets  (344 ) (43 ) (2,269 ) (740 )
      Purchase of intangible assets  (8 ) --   (8 ) --  
      Short term investments  (13,090 ) --   (2,233 ) --  
      Investments  --   --   --   (5,933 )
      Sale of investment  --   --   711   1,056  

   (13,442 ) (43 ) (3,799 ) (5,617 )

Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents  (3,782 ) 1,871   27,128   (17,303 )
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period  44,570   20,385   13,660   39,559  

Cash and cash equivalents, end of period  $ 40,788   $ 22,256   $ 40,788   $ 22,256  






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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
As at September 30, 2003

(All figures are in U.S. dollars, except where otherwise indicated)
(Unaudited)



These consolidated interim financial statements of CryptoLogic Inc. (the “Company”) have been prepared in accordance with Canadian generally accepted accounting principles using the same accounting policies as were used for the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2002. This consolidated interim financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2002, as set out in the 2002 Annual Report.

1. Stock Option Plan

In accordance with the Canadian recommendations adopted in 2002, the Company will continue its existing policy that no compensation cost is recorded on the grant of stock options to employees. Consideration paid by employees on the exercise of stock options is recorded as share capital. However, under the Canadian standard, the Company is required to provide additional pro forma disclosures for options granted to employees as if the fair value based accounting method had been used to account for employee stock options.

The fair value of the options granted were made using the Black-Scholes option pricing model using the following weighted assumptions:

2003 2002  
Dividend yield   1 % 0 %
Risk-free rate  2.75 % 2.0 %
Expected volatility  75.0 % 100.0 %
Expected life of options in years  5.0   5.0  

Had compensation expense been determined based on the fair value of the employee stock option awards at the grant dates in accordance with the new recommendations, the Company’s net income and earnings per share would have been changed to the following pro-form amounts:

Three months ending
September 30,
Nine months ending
September 30,
2003 2002 2003 2002

As
reported
('000)
Pro forma
('000)
As
reported
('000)
Pro forma
('000)
As
reported
('000)
Pro forma
('000)
As
reported
('000)
Pro forma
('000)
 
Net income/(loss)   $     2,284   $     2,039   $     1,302   $     1,164   $     6,698   $     6,041   $   (4,320 ) $   (4,533 )
Earnings/(loss) per share 
  Basic  $       0.19   $       0.17   $       0.11   $       0.09   $       0.55   $       0.49   $     (0.35 ) $     (0.37 )
  Diluted  $       0.18   $       0.16   $       0.11   $       0.09   $       0.54   $       0.48   $     (0.35 ) $     (0.37 )





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2. Capital Stock

Authorized:
Unlimited common shares

Issued:

Common Shares Series F Warrants Total
Issued Stated Value Issued Stated Value Stated Value

Balance, December 31, 2001   13,137   $   8,448   30   $272   $   8,720  
Repurchase of shares  (1,240 ) (389 ) --   --   (389 )
Exercise of stock options  349   2,402   --   --   2,402  

Balance, September 30, 2002  12,246   $ 10,461   30   $272   $ 10,733  

Balance, December 31, 2002  12,206   $ 10,448   30   $272   $ 10,720  
Share issue  24   104   --   --   104  
Exercise of stock options  31   166   --   --   166  

Balance, September 30, 2003  12,261   $ 10,718   30   $272   $ 10,990  


3. Special Charge –2002

During the second quarter of FY 2002, the Company took a one-time special charge of $10.5 million ($9.9 million on an after tax basis). This charge was comprised of a write-down of investments that were deemed permanently impaired, including the 100% write-down of the Company’s investment in SCG Enterprises Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sports.com, as well as costs associated with consolidation of the Company’s players’ support operations, executive management reorganization, and estimated settlement and legal costs.

4. Comparative Figures

Certain of the prior years’ figures have been reclassified for consistency with the current presentation. Cash related to user funds on deposit have been segregated and reclassified as to User Funds on Deposit as a non-current asset. The corresponding liability has been renamed User Funds Held on Deposit and reclassified as a non-current liability. In addition, Canadian Goods and Services Tax (GST) and European Value Added Tax (VAT) Recoverable have been reclassified from Prepaid Expenses to Accounts Receivable.