JUPITER NEUROSCIENCES, INC.
For the period ended Mar 31, 2026. Filed May 14, 2026.
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Mar 31, 2026 · Filed May 14, 2026
What changed in Risk Factors?
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Period ended 2025-09-30; filed 2025-11-14.
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Item 1A. Risk FactorsUnregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of ProceedsDefaults Upon Senior SecuritiesMine Safety DisclosuresCurrent report: 10-Q
Period ended 2026-03-31; filed 2026-05-14.
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Item 1A. Risk FactorsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
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Risks Related to the STANDBY EQUITY PURCHASE AGREEMENT
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Substantial blocks of our common stock may be sold into the market as a result of the convertible notes we sold or will sell to YA II PN, Ltd. or shares of Common Stock we may sell to YA II PN, Ltd., in each case, under the Standby Equity Purchase Agreement, if not terminated and if and when available, which may cause the price of our Common Stock to decline.
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On October 27, 2025, the Company entered into a Standby Equity Purchase Agreement (“SEPA”) and related Registration Rights Agreement with YA II PN, Ltd. (“Yorkville”). Subject to the terms and conditions set forth therein, Yorkville agreed to advance to us up to $6.0 million, in two tranches, less certain amounts (the “Pre-Paid Advances”) in exchange for convertible promissory notes (each, a “Convertible Note” and, together, the “Convertible Notes”) issued by us. On October 27, 2025, Yorkville disbursed the first tranche of the Pre-Paid Advances, in the amount of $3,720,000 after accounting for original issue discount (“OID”), to us. In exchange, we issued Yorkville a first Convertible Note for the principal amount of $4.0 million. It is anticipated that Yorkville will disburse the second tranche of the pre-paid advance, in the amount of $1,860,000 after accounting for OID, to us on the second trading day after the later of either of the following: (i) the effective date of an initial registration statement registering the resale of the shares of Common Stock, as issuable pursuant to the SEPA, under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) or (ii) our receipt of the requisite approval of our stockholders enabling us to issue shares of Common Stock to Yorkville under the SEPA, and upon conversion of the Convertible Notes, collectively, in excess of the Exchange Cap (as defined below). In exchange, at the disbursement of the second tranche, we anticipate that we will issue to Yorkville a second Convertible Note for the principal amount of $2.0 million, the second Pre-Paid Advance, pursuant to the SEPA. Yorkville may convert all or any portion of the outstanding principal amount, accrued and unpaid interest and other amounts outstanding under the Convertible Notes we issue it into shares of Common Stock, at any time and from time to time during the term of the Convertible Notes. Under the applicable Nasdaq rules, in no event may we issue to Yorkville under the SEPA or otherwise, including under conversion of the Convertible Notes, collectively more than 6,855,459 shares of Common Stock, which number of shares is equal to 19.99% of the shares of Common Stock outstanding immediately prior to the execution of the SEPA (the “Exchange Cap”), unless we receive the requisite stockholder approval to issue shares of Common Stock in excess thereof in accordance with applicable Nasdaq rules.
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Under the SEPA, we also have the right to sell to Yorkville an additional $14.0 million of our Common Stock in the form of one or more advances (the “Advances”), subject to certain limitations and conditions. Sales of our shares of Common Stock to Yorkville as Advances under the SEPA, and the timing of any such sales, are at our complete discretion and we are under no obligation to sell any shares of Common Stock to Yorkville under the SEPA.
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Any issuance of shares of Common Stock pursuant to the SEPA, if not terminated and if and when available, whether upon conversion by Yorkville of a Convertible Note or upon issuance of common shares in the form of an Advance, will dilute the percentage ownership of our stockholders and may dilute the per share projected earnings (if any) or book value of our Common Stock. Sales of a substantial number of shares of our Common Stock in the public market or other issuances of shares of our Common Stock, or the perception that these sales or issuances could occur, could cause the market price of our Common Stock to decline and may make it more difficult for you to sell your shares at a time and price that you deem appropriate.
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The actual number of shares of Common Stock we will issue pursuant to the SEPA, if not terminated and if and when available, at any one time or in total, is uncertain.
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Subject to certain conditions in the SEPA, if not terminated and if and when available, and subject to compliance with applicable law, we have issued Convertible Notes to Yorkville, which may be converted into shares of our Common Stock at any time and from time to time during the term of the Convertible Notes, and we may also issue additional shares of our Common Stock to Yorkville in connection with Advances under the SEPA. The number of shares of Common Stock that are issued to Yorkville will fluctuate based on a number of factors. It is not possible at this stage to predict the number of shares of Common Stock that will be ultimately issued pursuant to the SEPA, if not terminated and if and when available.
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Outstanding amounts under the SEPA, if not terminated and if and when available, will make us more vulnerable to downturns in our financial condition, and any shares of Common Stock we issue under the SEPA, if not terminated and if and when available, will further dilute our stockholders.
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As of the date of this Quarterly Statement on Form 10-Q, there are $4.0 million of Pre-Paid Advances outstanding under the SEPA, and there may be additional amounts outstanding under the SEPA in the future. If our cash flow from operations is insufficient to meet our payments under the SEPA, if not terminated and if and when available, or we are unable to offset amounts outstanding under the SEPA with the issuance of shares of Common Stock, we would incur an event of default under the SEPA, in which case, all outstanding amounts would be immediately due and payable. Any debt we incur from Yorkville or other parties could make us more vulnerable to a downturn in our operating results or a downturn in economic conditions. If our cash flow from operations is insufficient to meet any debt service requirements or we incur an event of default, we could be required to refinance our obligations, or dispose of assets in order to meet debt service requirements.
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In addition, any shares of Common Stock that we issue to Yorkville under the SEPA, if not terminated and if and when available, will further dilute our current stockholders.
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Risks Related to the Launch of the Nugevia Brand
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The launch of the Nugevia brand exposes the Company to a number of business and operational risks that could materially and adversely impact its business
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The launch of the Nugevia brand exposes us to a number of risks that could materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations. Successfully introducing a new brand requires significant investment in marketing, product development, supply chain management, and regulatory compliance, and there can be no assurance that Nugevia will achieve market acceptance or generate anticipated sales. If we fail to execute the launch effectively, experience delays in product availability, or encounter challenges in maintaining product quality and regulatory standards, our ability to establish Nugevia as a recognized and trusted brand may be compromised.
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Additionally, the introduction of Nugevia may provoke competitive responses from established market participants, potentially resulting in increased pricing pressure or heightened marketing costs. If the Nugevia brand does not gain sufficient traction or if we are unable to recover our investment in its development and promotion, our growth prospects and overall financial performance could be negatively impacted.
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Our business and future prospects with the Nugevia brand and our pharmaceutical products are significantly dependent on our exclusive, worldwide license agreement with Aquanova. Any adverse development related to this license agreement could materially and adversely affect our operations, financial condition, and results of operations.
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Our business and future prospects are significantly dependent on our exclusive, worldwide license agreement with Aquanova AG, which grants us rights to develop, manufacture, distribute, and sell key products, including JOTROL™. Any adverse development related to this agreement could materially and adversely affect our operations, financial condition, and results of operations
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If the license agreement with Aquanova AG were to be terminated, limited, or materially altered, we could lose access to essential proprietary technologies, such as Aquanova’s NovaSOL® formulation technology, which is critical for the bioavailability and effectiveness of our Nugevia brand. Disputes over contract terms, intellectual property rights, or performance obligations could result in costly litigation, delays in product development, or loss of commercialization rights. Additionally, our obligation to pay license fees and royalties under the license agreement represents a significant financial commitment, and any inability to meet these obligations could jeopardize our rights under the license agreement. The loss or impairment of this license would require us to seek alternative technologies or partners, which may not be available on favorable terms, if at all, and could delay or prevent the development and commercialization of our products.
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Should we fail to maintain a productive relationship with Aquanova or if Aquanova experiences operational or financial difficulties, our ability to deliver products to market could be compromised, negatively impacting our growth prospects and competitive position.
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If the Company or its suppliers fails to comply with FDA or other regulations, it could result in enforcement actions or delays in the Nugevia brand product launch.
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The Company is subject to various federal, state, and local laws, regulations and administrative practices that affect its business. Our suppliers and contract manufacturers are also subject to such laws and regulations. The safety, formulation, manufacturing, processing, packaging, importation, labeling, promotion, advertising, and distribution of the Nugevia brand products are subject to regulation by several federal agencies, including the FDA, the FTC, the USDA, the CPSC and the EPA, as well as by various state and local agencies. If these laws and regulations were violated by our management, suppliers or distributors, we could be subject to regulatory enforcement action, public warning letters, product recalls, fines, penalties and sanctions, including injunctions against the future shipment and sale of products, restitution and disgorgement of profits, operating restrictions. In addition, other public and private actors are increasingly targeting supplement retailers and manufacturers with class action lawsuits for selling products that allegedly fail to adhere to the requirements of FDCA, DSHEA, and other federal and state statutes and requirements, including for failing to adhere to current GPMs, making false or misleading product statements, providing inaccurate ingredient identity and potency, and failing to control or disclose allergens, contaminants, residues and adulterants, as well as for state common and statutory laws regarding deceptive trade practices.
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We could also be the target of claims relating to false or deceptive advertising in connection with the marketing and advertising of the products we sell, including under the auspices of the FTC, the consumer protection statutes of some states as well as certain non-government watchdog groups and class action law firms. In addition, the FDA has aggressively enforced its regulations with respect to structure/function claims (e.g.,“calcium builds strong bones”), nutrient content claims (e.g., “high in antioxidants”) and other claims that impermissibly suggest therapeutic benefits In addition, the number of private consumer class actions relating to false or deceptive advertising against cosmetic, food, beverage and nutritional supplement manufacturers has increased in recent years. These events could interrupt the marketing and sales of products in our stores, including our private label products, severely damage our brand reputation and public image, increase the cost of products in our stores, result in product recalls or litigation, and impede our ability to deliver merchandise in sufficient quantities or quality to our stores, which could result in a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.
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The global nutraceutical market is highly competitive, with many brands offering products that are similar to Nugevia. Failure to differentiate from competitors could limit market penetration and revenue potential.
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The global nutraceutical market, valued at $451.7 billion in 2023, is highly competitive, with established players like Nestlé Health Science, Amway, and smaller niche brands vying for market share. Nugevia’s reliance on resveratrol, despite JOTROL™’s enhanced bioavailability, faces skepticism due to past studies questioning resveratrol’s efficacy and may require additional clinical data. Convincing consumers and healthcare professionals of Nugevia’s superior performance will require effective marketing. Failure to differentiate from competitors offering similar longevity or beauty-from-within products could limit market penetration and revenue potential.
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The Company is dependent on certain proprietary supply-chain vulnerabilities with operational and supply chain risks.
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The Company’s dependence on proprietary technology like JOTROL™ and partnerships, such as with Aquanova for NovaSOL® Astaxanthin, introduces supply chain vulnerabilities. Disruptions in raw material availability, manufacturing delays, or quality control issues could hinder production timelines and product consistency. Scaling up manufacturing to meet demand while maintaining pharmaceutical-grade standards poses additional operational challenges. Any failure to deliver on the expected third quarter launch could erode consumer trust and investor confidence.
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If there are intellectual property disputes relating to the JOTROL technology, it could threaten Nugevia’s market position
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The Company’s competitive edge hinges on its patented JOTROL™ technology. However, intellectual property disputes or challenges to JOTROL patent validity could threaten Nugevia’s market position. Competitors may attempt to develop similar bioavailability-enhancing technologies, which circumvent JOTROL’s patent. Furthermore, any adverse events linked to Nugevia’s ingredients, even if rare, could result in product liability claims, damaging the brand’s reputation and financial stability.
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ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS
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On April 23, 2025, the Company issued 25,000 shares of its Common Stock to a marketing firm and 78,816 shares of its Common Stock to an investor relations firm for services rendered under consulting agreements. The shares were issued with an aggregate grant date fair value of $66,000. The shares issued to these consultants are restricted and bear a Rule 144 legend.
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On June 10, 2025, the Company approved the grant of 250,000 options pursuant to the Company’s 2023 Equity Incentive Plan to a consultant for services to be rendered under a consulting agreement. The exercise price of the options is $0.67 per share, with 25% of the options vesting immediately and the remainder vesting ratably on a monthly basis, commencing on July 31, 2025 and ending on May 31, 2027. The options expire ten years after the grant date.
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On July 2, 2025, the Compensation Committee approved the grant of an aggregate of 357,448 stock options issued to certain executives. The stock options have an exercise price of $1.19 per share, representing the closing price of the Company’s Common Stock on the Nasdaq on the date of grant. The stock options have a 10 year term and vest in equal installments over a three (3) year period beginning on the grant date of July 2, 2025, subject to the officers’ continued employment at the time of vesting.
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On September 5, 2025, the Company granted an aggregate of 374,755 stock options to two consultants with an exercise price of $1.23 per share and a grant date fair value of $340,900. The stock options have a 10 year term and 25% of the stock options vest immediately on the grant date, with 281,066 options vesting in equal monthly installments until September 5, 2027. The Company also granted 109,902 stock options to one of the consultants with an exercise price of $1.23 per share and a grant date fair value of $82,427, and a 10 year term that vest solely upon achievement of performance conditions as follows: (a) 15% per Ambassador (maximum of three) referred by consultant and subsequently engaged by the Company, (b) 20% if consultant is instrumental in arranging a distribution arrangement not previously pursued by the Company, on terms acceptable to the Company, (c) 20% when such Distribution Contract achieves $1 million in annual sales and (d) 15% when the consultant arranges the first Celebrity Golf Tournament featuring Nugevia on terms and conditions acceptable to the Company.
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On July 16, 2025 the Company entered into an amendment with a warrant holder who holds 1,249,999 warrants that clarified the exercise mechanisms. Concurrently with the amendment, the warrant holder exercised the warrants via a cashless exercise and received 913,299 shares of Common Stock. Pursuant to the amendment, the Company agreed to issue the warrant holder 86,700 shares of Common Stock.
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On August 12, 2025, the Company received an exercise notice from a warrant holder who holds 109,376 warrants. The warrant was exercised via a cashless exercise, and the warrant holder received 30,547 shares of Common Stock. Pursuant to the amended warrant agreement, the Company agreed to issue the warrant holder 56,954 shares of Common Stock.
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All of these transactions described above were exempt from registration in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, as transaction by an issuer not involving a public offering. The purchasers of securities in each of these transactions represented their intention to acquire the securities for investment only and not with a view to offer or sell, in connection with any distribution of the securities, and appropriate Rule 144 legends were affixed to the share certificates/stock transfer records and instruments issued in such transactions.
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ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES
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Please carefully consider the information set forth in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and the risk factors discussed in Part I, “Item 1A. Risk Factors” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K, which could materially affect our business, financial condition, or future results. Any of the risk factors contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, as well as additional risks and uncertainties not presently known to us or that we currently deem immaterial, could materially affect our business, results of operations, and financial condition or future results, which in turn could materially and adversely affect the trading price of shares of our Common Stock. As of the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, there have been no material updates or changes with respect to the risk factors previously disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, other than as set forth below, which should be read in conjunction with the risk described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K.
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Please carefully consider the information set forth in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and the risk factors discussed in Part I, “Item 1A. Risk Factors” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K, which could materially affect our business, financial condition, or future results. Any of the risk factors contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, as well as additional risks and uncertainties not presently known to us or that we currently deem immaterial, could materially affect our business, results of operations, and financial condition or future results, which in turn could materially and adversely affect the trading price of shares of our Common Stock. As of the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, there have been no material updates or changes with respect to the risk factors previously disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K.