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We depend on the efforts of our key personnel and the key personnel of Hut 8, including our and Hut 8’s senior leadership, two of whom are current directors and executive officers of both us and Hut 8. They are important to our success for many reasons, including that they attract investors and business and investment opportunities and assist us in negotiations with investors, lenders, and industry personnel. If we lost their services, or Hut 8 lost the services of its key personnel, our business and investment opportunities and our relationships with lenders and other capital markets participants and industry personnel could suffer. As the number of our competitors increases or their competitive strength increases, it becomes more likely that a competitor would attempt to hire certain of these individuals away from us or Hut 8. The loss of any of these key personnel would result in the loss of these and other benefits and could materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations.

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 27, 2026 ↗

The ability of the FDA to review and clear or approve new products can be affected by a variety of factors, including government budget and funding levels, ability to hire and retain key personnel and accept the payment of user fees, shifting policy priorities as a result of changes in the Presidential administration and political appointees tasked to oversee the agency, and statutory, regulatory, and policy changes. Average review times at the agency have fluctuated in recent years as a result. In addition, government funding of other government agencies on which our operations may rely is subject to the impacts of political events, which are inherently fluid and unpredictable.

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 19, 2026 ↗

if rewards and transaction fees for miners or validators on any particular digital asset network are not sufficiently high to attract and retain miners or validators, a blockchain network’s security and speed may be adversely affected, increasing the likelihood of a malicious attack;

Read in the 10-K filed Nov 21, 2025 ↗

Loss of key personnel or inability to recruit and retain qualified employees may adversely affect our operations and growth.

Read in the 10-K filed Nov 21, 2025 ↗

if rewards and transaction fees for miners or validators on any particular digital asset network are not sufficiently high to attract and retain miners or validators, a blockchain network’s security and speed may be adversely affected, increasing the likelihood of a malicious attack;

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 27, 2026 ↗

If WhiteFiber establishes data centers in areas with lower populations such as Iceland or remote parts of North America, recruiting and retaining the necessary staff to operate its locations may pose a challenge. When WhiteFiber encounters a relatively low population, the pool of available employees is limited. In addition, some employers have offered significantly higher wages in order to fill vacant positions. This may adversely affect WhiteFiber’s ability to attract and retain qualified personnel and may increase its employee costs if it has to increase the compensation we pay in response to the market.

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 27, 2026 ↗

with our existing compensation and salary structure at this stage in our development. We may be unable to attract and retain our senior

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 2, 2026 ↗

establishment and maintenance of our compliance, audit, and reporting systems, as well as our ability to attract and retain qualified

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 2, 2026 ↗

benefits and compensation may make it difficult to retain key personnel and we may need to enter into retention or other arrangements

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 2, 2026 ↗

that could be costly to maintain. If executives, managers or other key personnel resign, retire or are terminated, or their service is

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 2, 2026 ↗

effectively; retain customers, counterparties, and key personnel; achieve expected cost synergies or revenue opportunities;

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 11, 2026 ↗

If we lose key personnel, if we fail to recruit additional highly skilled personnel, or if we lose the services of our Asset Manager, our ability to operate and manage our digital asset treasury strategy will be impaired.

Read in the 10-K filed Dec 11, 2025 ↗

Our ability to operate and manage our digital asset treasury strategy depends upon our ability to attract and retain highly qualified personnel, including our newly appointed Chairman, Kyle Samani, members of our executive team, or other key personnel. In addition, we rely heavily on the services of our Asset Manager for the management of our digital asset treasury and for strategic guidance relating to our business, operations, growth initiatives and industry trends in the crypto technology sector. The loss of the services of any of our executive officers, key employees, or the Asset Manager, or our inability to find suitable replacements, could result in significant disruptions to our operations and management of our digital assets.

Read in the 10-K filed Dec 11, 2025 ↗

The trading price of our Common Stock has fluctuated widely and may continue to fluctuate due to factors largely outside our control, including: variations in operating results; changes in market interest rates, earnings estimates, or market valuations; actions by competitors; market reaction to indebtedness; changes in key personnel; stockholder actions; speculation in media or investment communities; and our ability to maintain Nasdaq listing. This volatility may affect the price at which you could sell shares, and you may not be able to sell at or above your purchase price. The stock market, and particularly digital asset and blockchain technology companies, have experienced extreme price and volume fluctuations often unrelated to operating performance. Such volatility could also subject us to securities class action litigation, resulting in substantial costs and diversion of management attention.

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 30, 2026 ↗

We maintain equity compensation plans under which we grant stock options, restricted stock units, and other equity-based awards to our directors, officers, and employees. We have previously and may also in the future assume equity compensation plans in connection with acquisitions we complete. The issuance of shares pursuant to these equity awards will dilute existing stockholders’ ownership interests and may adversely affect the market price of our Common Stock. In addition, the exercise of stock options and the vesting of restricted stock units will increase the number of shares of Common Stock outstanding, which may put downward pressure on our Common Stock price. The dilutive effect of equity compensation may also reduce our earnings per share. Furthermore, we may need to increase the number of shares available for issuance under our equity compensation plans to attract and retain talented employees, which could result in additional dilution to our stockholders.

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 30, 2026 ↗

As a public company, we incur legal, accounting, and other expenses not incurred as a private company. The Dodd-Frank Act, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Nasdaq listing requirements, and other regulations require establishment and maintenance of effective disclosure and financial controls and corporate governance practices. We have hired additional accounting, finance, legal, and other personnel in our efforts to comply with these requirements. Management devotes substantial time to compliance, which has increased our costs and made some activities more time-consuming. Operating as a public company also makes it more difficult and expensive to obtain director and officer liability insurance, which may make it harder to attract and retain qualified board members and executive officers.

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 30, 2026 ↗

The success of our investment advisory business depends on the skills, experience, and reputation of our key investment personnel, including portfolio managers, analysts, and other investment professionals. These individuals are responsible for developing and executing our investment strategies, maintaining client relationships, and generating investment returns. The departure of one or more key investment personnel could disrupt our investment operations, result in the loss of institutional knowledge, and trigger client redemptions if clients followed our personnel because of their individual track records or relationships. Competition for qualified investment professionals is intense, and we may not be able to retain our key personnel or attract suitable replacements on favorable terms or at all. Employment agreements, non-compete provisions, and other retention mechanisms may not be enforceable or effective in preventing departures. Any significant loss of key investment personnel could adversely affect our investment performance, client retention, ability to attract new clients, and overall reputation, which could have a material adverse effect on our advisory business and results of operations.

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 30, 2026 ↗

The SEC’s Marketing Rule (Rule 206(4)-1 under the Advisers Act) imposes comprehensive requirements on registered investment adviser advertising and marketing activities, including requirements related to performance advertising, testimonials, endorsements, and third-party ratings. The Marketing Rule prohibits certain practices, such as making untrue statements of material fact, making material claims that cannot be substantiated, and presenting performance in a manner that is not fair and balanced. Compliance with the Marketing Rule requires robust policies and procedures, substantiation of claims, required disclosures, and ongoing monitoring of marketing materials. Violations of the Marketing Rule can result in SEC enforcement actions, civil penalties, and reputational damage. Additionally, the use of testimonials and endorsements, including from satisfied clients or third-party influencers, is subject to specific disclosure and oversight requirements. If we fail to comply with any applicable provision of the Marketing Rule or make misleading claims in our marketing materials, we could face regulatory sanctions, client claims, and damage to our reputation, which could adversely affect our ability to attract and retain clients.

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 30, 2026 ↗

We are highly dependent on David Bailey, our Chairman and CEO, and other members of our senior management team. The loss of any key personnel could impact our ability to maintain relationships with customers, partners, and investors, execute our business strategy, and meet business objectives. The unanticipated departure of key executives could cause uncertainty among investors and employees, leading to Common Stock price volatility or operational challenges.

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 30, 2026 ↗

Limitations on directors and officers insurance may affect our ability to attract and retain qualified executives.

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 30, 2026 ↗

Our success in the data center sector depends on our ability to attract and retain qualified third-party partners and customers.

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 2, 2026 ↗

Our future success depends on our continuing ability to attract and retain highly skilled personnel. Competition for employees is intense. We may not be able to retain our current key employees or attract, train, and retain other highly skilled personnel in the future. Competition for qualified employees in the technology industry has historically been high. Our future success also depends in large part on the continued service of Joseph Lubin, our Chairman of the Board of Directors, Joseph Chalom as Chief Executive Officer of the Company, and Robert DeLucia, Chief Financial Officer of the Company. If we lose the services of Messrs. Lubin, Chalom or DeLucia, or if we are unable to attract, train and retain the highly skilled personnel we need, our business, operating results and financial condition could be materially adversely impacted.

Read in the 10-K filed Mar 9, 2026 ↗

The expenses incurred by public companies for reporting and corporate governance compliance have been increasing and can decrease our net income or increase our net loss and may require us to reduce costs in other areas of our business or increase the prices of our products. Additionally, if these requirements divert our management’s attention from other business concerns, they could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and operating results. These requirements increase our legal and financial compliance costs and make some activities more time-consuming and costly. For example, we expect that the rules and regulations applicable to us as a public company may make it increasingly more difficult and more expensive for us to obtain certain types of insurance, including director and officer liability insurance, and we may be forced to accept reduced policy limits and coverage or incur substantially higher costs to obtain the same or similar coverage as a private company. These laws and regulations can make it more difficult for us to attract and retain qualified persons to serve on the Board and committees of the Board, or as executive officers.

Read in the 10-K filed Feb 27, 2026 ↗

Competitive dynamics in the consumer credit and payments industry may adversely impact our ability to attract and retain customers, and the utilization of our products.

Read in the 10-K filed Feb 6, 2026 ↗