Director Rick Sterling's Contingent Resignation Withdrawn; Continues to Serve on Board

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AquaBounty Technologies announced that Director Rick Sterling's contingent resignation, previously disclosed in October 2025, has been withdrawn as conditions were not met, meaning he will continue to serve on the Board.

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• Director Resignation Withdrawn

  Rick Sterling's contingent resignation, initially reported in October 2025, has been withdrawn because the specified conditions, including the placement of a D&O liability insurance tail policy, were not satisfied.

• Board Continuity Maintained

  Mr. Sterling will continue to serve as a director, providing stability to the Board amidst the company's ongoing financial challenges.

• Follows 10-K Filing

  The withdrawal of the resignation was confirmed following the company's filing of its Annual Report on Form 10-K for fiscal year 2025 on March 31, 2026, which also contained a 'going concern' warning.

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This 8-K/A clarifies the status of Director Rick Sterling, whose resignation was previously reported as contingent on specific conditions in an October 2025 filing. The company now reports that these conditions, including the placement of a D&O liability insurance tail policy, were not met by the March 31, 2026, 10-K filing date. Consequently, Mr. Sterling's resignation notice has been withdrawn, and he will continue to serve on the Board. This update provides continuity to the board during a period of significant financial distress for the company, as highlighted by the concurrent 10-K filing which includes a 'going concern' warning.