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Aspire Biopharma Holdings, Inc.

For the period ended Jun 30, 2026. Filed Aug 13, 2026.

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Jun 30, 2026 · Filed Aug 13, 2026

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Previous report: 10-Q

Period ended 2026-03-31; filed 2026-05-15.

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

Current report: 10-Q

Period ended 2026-06-30; filed 2026-08-13.

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

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Current report

On August 10, 2026, we completed the acquisition of Dura Drive Control Systems (“DCS”), a tier-one supplier specializing in automotive systems that facilitate electronic driver control and the migration toward vehicle electrification, safety, lightweighting, and sustainability. The acquisition is expected to enhance our ability to deliver increased revenues, durable earnings and cash flow, driven by a new portfolio of product offerings in the large and growing markets for vehicle and mobility control systems.

Current report

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws: Change in Fiscal Year

Current report

On April 13, 2026, the Company filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware a Certificate of Amendment to the Certificate of Designation of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock to amend the Company’s previously filed Certificate of Designation of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock, which was originally filed on February 2, 2026. Pursuant to the Certificate of Amendment, the Company amended certain provisions of the Certificate of Designation, including clarifying and restating provisions relating to the designation and number of shares of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock. As amended, the Company has designated 30,000 shares of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock, each with a par value of $0.0001 and a stated value of $1,000 per share.

Current report

On April 13, 2026, the Company filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware a Certificate of Amendment to the Certificate of Designation of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock to amend the Company’s previously filed Certificate of Designation of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock, which was originally filed on February 2, 2026 in order to clarify and restate provisions relating to the designation and number of shares of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock. As amended, the Company has designated 30,000 shares of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock, each with a par value of $0.0001 and a stated value of $1,000 per share.

Current report

On May 11, 2026, the Company filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware a Certificate of Amendment to the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation to effect a 1-for-30 reverse stock split of the Company’s issued and outstanding common stock.

Current report

On June 10, 2026, the Company entered into a purchase agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) with FireFish TopCo, LLC (the “Seller”, and, collectively with its Subsidiaries listed in the Purchase Agreement, “Sellers”), pursuant to which (i) the Seller agreed to sell, and cause the applicable Sellers to sell, and the Company agreed to purchase or cause certain of its Affiliates to purchase, all of the equity interests in certain of Seller’s subsidiaries listed in the Purchase Agreement (the aforementioned equity interests, collectively, the ‘Transferred Equity Interests”, and such subsidiaries, “Transferred Entities”), free and clear of all Liens, other than the Permitted Liens and in accordance with the applicable Local Transfer Documents and (ii) the Seller agreed to sell, and cause the applicable Sellers to sell, and the Company agreed to purchase, or cause certain of its affiliates to purchase, all of the assets of the other Business Entities as defined as Transferred Entities, DUS Operating Inc. with respect to the U.S. Enterprise and Automotive Czech with respect to the KOP Enterprise constituting the balance of the Business defined as the business of designing, manufacturing, marketing and selling automotive systems that facilitate electronic driver control and the migration toward vehicle electrification, safety, light weighting and sustainability, as conducted by the Transferred Entities on June 10,2026, and in respect to (a) Automotive Czech, the business conducted by the KOP Enterprise and (b) DUS Operating Inc., the business conducted by the U.S. Enterprise.

Current report

*Purchase Price and Consideration:*As consideration for such purchase, the Company agreed to pay the Seller (or one or more of its designated other Sellers or Affiliates) at least two (2) Business Days prior to the date of Closing (“Closing Date”) an amount equal to: (i) $30,000,000 (the “Purchase Price”) plus (ii) $800,000 in respect of deferred revenue of the Business Entities (such $800,000 representing an agreed upon fixed credit for the deferred revenue, regardless of the actual amount of the deferred revenue), minus (iii) any Income Tax obligations of the Transferred Entities net of any Income Tax receivables, minus (iv) Indebtedness of the Transferred Entities as of the closing (such final amount, the “Closing Purchase Price”). The Purchase Price will be allocated among the Transferred Entities and/or business units listed in the Purchase Agreement. To the extent relevant under applicable Tax Law, the Purchase Price associated with each Transferred Entity and/or business unit will be further allocated among the assets of such Transferred Entities in a manner consistent with Section 1060 of the Internal Revenue Code.

Current report

On August 6, 2026, the Company entered into an Escrow and Closing Agreement pursuant to which the parties acknowledged and agreed that all conditions to the closing of the transactions per the Purchase Agreement had been satisfied. (see Note 11. Subsequent Events)

Current report

General and administrative expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2026, was $970,211 as compared to $395,692 for the three months ended June 30, 2025. The $574,519 increase in general and administrative primarily consists of increases in professional fees such as legal and accounting.

Current report

Research and development expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2026, was $233,482 as compared to $352,887 for the three months ended June 30, 2025. The $119,405 decrease in research and development reflects the reduction in product development costs as our products are now marketable.

Current report

Merger and acquisition expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2026, was $229,418 as compared to $0 for the three months ended June 30, 2025. The $229,418 increase in merger and acquisition expenses is a result of costs incurred related to the anticipated DCS transaction.

Current report

Interest income was $56,676 for the three months ended June 30, 2026, and is due to an increase in cash deposits during the second quarter of 2026.

Current report

The gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt for the three months ended June 30, 2026 of $1,353,679 was primarily due to the write off of balances related to the Srirama Associates LLC legal claim following the dismissal of the claim with prejudice on June 29, 2026.

Current report

The following table sets forth our unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations data for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025:

Current report

For the six months ended June 30, 2026, total revenue was $91,457 and total cost of revenue was $73,421 and a write-off of obsolete inventory to it carrying value totaling $42,372. We began selling our products during the quarter ended September 30, 2025; therefore no sales were recorded during the six months ended June 30, 2025.

Current report

General and administrative expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2026 was $1,990,668 as compared to $15,469,240 for the six months ended June 30, 2025. The $13,478,572 decrease in general and administrative expenses is primarily due to a reduction in stock-based compensation.

Current report

Research and development expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2026 was $530,205 as compared to $615,980 for the six months ended June 30, 2025. The $85,775 decrease in research and development is due to a reduction in product development costs as our products are now marketable.

Current report

Sales and marketing for the six months ended June 30, 2026 was $1,549,764 as compared to $271,150 for the six months ended June 30, 2025. The $1,278,614 increase in sales and marketing reflects increases in marketing costs related to investor awareness and product sampling as we continue to develop our products.

Current report

Merger and acquisition expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2026 was $229,418 as compared to $0 for the six months ended June 30, 2025. The $229,418 increase in merger and acquisition expenses is a result of costs incurred related to the anticipated DCS transaction.

Current report

During the six months ended June 30, 2026, we wrote off $42,372 of obsolete inventory to its carrying value.

Current report

Interest income of $61,685 for the six months ended June 30, 2026, and is due to an increase in cash deposits during the second quarter of 2026.

Current report

Interest expense for the six months ended June 30, 2026 was $1,595,315 as compared to $817,824 for the six months ended June 30, 2025. The decrease in interest expense of $777,491 is a result of the full payment or conversion to equity of the outstanding balances of the convertible notes, subscription agreement loans, and the amortization of debt discount associated with the notes payable – related party in 2025

Current report

Change in fair value of derivative liabilities and convertible notes for the six months ended June 30, 2026 was $251,532 as compared to $384,318 for the six months ended June 30, 2025. The $635,850 decrease in change in fair value of derivative liabilities and convertible notes is a result of the full payment or conversion to equity of the outstanding balance of the subscription agreement loans, convertible notes and the related derivative liability.

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Previous report

On June 10, 2025, Kraig Higginson, Chief Executive Officer of the Company resigned from the role of Chief Executive Officer and continues to serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors. On June 10, 2025, the Board of Directors appointed Michael Howe, who was then a member of the Board of Directors, to serve as Chief Executive Officer of the Company. Mr. Howe continued to serve as a Director on the Board until his resignation.

Previous report

On July 24, 2025, Michael Howe, Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, stepped down from the role of Director and Chief Executive Officer. In connection with this transition, the Board of Directors appointed Kraig Higginson, currently the Chairman of the Board of Directors, to serve as Interim Chief Executive Officer of the Company, effective July 24, 2025. The Company is currently undergoing a search for a permanent CEO with appropriate experience.

Previous report

2024 Stock Incentive Plan and Approval of Equity Award Agreements

Previous report

On January 8, 2026, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Aspire Biopharma Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) confirmed certain terms of the 2024 Stock Incentive Plan (the “Plan”), which was approved by the Company’s stockholders at an extraordinary general meeting of stockholders held on February 4, 2025 (the “Meeting”), by determining the share limit numbers of 4,075 after giving effects to the Reverse Splits as described in Note 2, to be included in the Plan in accordance with the terms of the Plan and the Proxy Statement for the Meeting (the “Proxy Statement”). The Plan permits the Company to grant various incentive awards to eligible employees, directors, and consultants, with the goal of attracting, retaining and motivating persons who make (or are expected to make) important contributions to the Company by providing these individuals with equity ownership opportunities and to align their interests and efforts to the long-term interests of the Company’s stockholders.

Previous report

On January 8, 2026, the Board also approved and adopted forms of award agreements with respect to grants of restricted stock units(“RSUs”) and stock options (“Options”) under the Plan, to be used for grants of equity awards to the Company’s executive officers, directors and other employees (the “Award Agreements”). Each RSU represents the right to receive a share (a “Share”) of the Company’s common stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Common Stock”), upon the RSU becoming vested, subject to continued employment through the applicable vesting date. Each Option represents the right to purchase a Share at a predetermined exercise price, subject to continued employment through the applicable vesting date.

Previous report

On April 15, 2026, the Company announced that it has entered into a non-binding letter of intent (the “LOI”) for the acquisition (the “Acquisition”) of 100% of the Driver Controls Systems business unit**(“DCS”)** of Firefish Topco, LLC (“FTLLC”), from the shareholders of FTLLC (the “Sellers”), pursuant to which the Company intends to acquire 100% of the equity, assets and liabilities (subject to certain agreed exclusions) of the subsidiaries constituting the operations of DCS through a combination of stock and asset transactions, to be mutually agreed upon between the parties.

Previous report

Upon completion of the Acquisition, the Company plans to engage Lakewood & Company, LLC to provide management services for the operation of DCS. Lakewood’s principals have more than 100 years’ experience in the automotive industry.

Previous report

The LOI provides for an enterprise valuation of $30.0 million on a cash-free, debt-free basis (the “Purchase Price”), payable in cash at closing, subject to certain customary adjustments, including adjustments for (i) accrued income taxes (net of receivables) and (ii) funded indebtedness. The Purchase Price is not subject to a working capital adjustment so long as the business is operated in the ordinary course consistent with past practice. The Company does not anticipate procuring any new equity raise to consummate the purchase.

Previous report

The LOI provides for break-up fees of $3.5 million payable by the Company or Sellers, respectively, under certain circumstances, including a failure to proceed in good faith or to consummate the closing when required. Such fees are subject to customary exceptions, including the failure of closing conditions, a material breach by the counterparty, or the exercise of specified termination rights.

Previous report

The Sellers have agreed to a “no-shop” provision for an initial period of 30 days (subject to a potential extension), during which they may not solicit or engage in alternative acquisition proposals, subject to limited exceptions. The parties have also agreed to customary confidentiality restrictions.

Previous report

Except for certain provisions, including those relating to exclusivity, confidentiality, expenses, and (following public disclosure) break-up fees, the LOI is non-binding and does not obligate the parties to consummate the Acquisition. The completion of the Acquisition remains subject to the negotiation and execution of a definitive Purchase Agreement and satisfaction of the conditions set forth therein. Engagement of Lakewood & Company remains subject both to completion of the Acquisition and to the negotiation and execution of a definitive management agreement and satisfaction of the conditions set forth therein.

Previous report

General and administrative expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2026 was $1,020,457 as compared to $15,073,548 for the three months ended March 31, 2025. The $14,053,091 decrease in general and administrative mainly reflects decreases in stock-based compensation. Aspire expects that its general and administrative expenses will increase in future periods commensurate with the expected growth of its business and increased expenditures associated with its status as an exchange listed public company.

Previous report

Research and development expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2026 was $296,723 as compared to $263,093 for the three months ended March 31, 2025. The $33,630 increase in research and development reflects increases in personnel and supplies related costs as the Company continues to develop its products. The Company expects that its research and development expense will increase in future periods commensurate with the expected growth of its business.

Previous report

Interest income of $5,009 for the three months ended March 31, 2026, is related to interest earned on bank deposits.

Previous report

The loss on extinguishment of debt for the three months ending March 31, 2026 is a result of true up shares issued to Holders pursuant to the January 2026 Exchange agreements.
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Previous wording

The following “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (“MD&A”)” should be read in conjunction with our unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 and our audited financial statements as of the year ended December 31, 2025, included in Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 30, 2026.

Current wording

The following “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (“MD&A”)” should be read in conjunction with our unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for the three and six months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025 and our audited financial statements as of the year ended December 31, 2025, included in Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 30, 2026.

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We used drug product manufactured by Glatt to conduct clinical trials to support approval of a section 505(b)(2) New Drug Application (“NDA”) for the aspirin product. A successful clinical trial was completed in July 2025 in Florida studying the pharmacokinetics of aspirin and its metabolites in blood following sublingual administration of a single dose of each of two different formulations of our aspirin drug product and a single dose of standard oral aspirin. This trial enrolled six healthy adult volunteers with each dose separated by a washout period of fourteen days and provided information required to (i) select the optimal drug product formulation and (ii) support FDA approval. This trial also studied sublingual administration of our aspirin products and how it delivers therapeutic concentrations of drug into the bloodstream, comparable to those of standard oral aspirin, but faster and without gastro-intestinal toxicity associated with oral aspirin. This clinical trial concluded in July, 2025. We received the final report in September 2025. The result of the clinical trials were positive, demonstrating that Aspire’s sublingual delivery technology results in much faster aspirin bioavailability in the blood (compared to aspirin tablets) and that the anti-coagulant effect of aspirin occurs much quicker with Aspire’s product. These results will be the backbone of a 505(b)(2) submission to the FDA planned for late 2026, once the next clinical trial is concluded.

Current wording

We used drug product manufactured by Glatt to conduct clinical trials to support approval of a section 505(b)(2) New Drug Application (“NDA”) for the aspirin product. A successful clinical trial was completed in the third quarter of 2025 in Florida studying the pharmacokinetics of aspirin and its metabolites in blood following sublingual administration of a single dose of each of two different formulations of our aspirin drug product and a single dose of standard oral aspirin. This trial enrolled 6 healthy adult volunteers with each dose separated by a washout period of fourteen days and provided information required to (i) select the optimal drug product formulation and (ii) support FDA approval. This trial also studied sublingual administration of our aspirin products and how it delivers therapeutic concentrations of drug into the bloodstream, comparable to those of standard oral aspirin, but faster and without gastro-intestinal toxicity associated with oral aspirin. This clinical trial concluded in the third quarter of 2025. We received the final report in September 2025. The result of the clinical trials was positive, demonstrating that Aspire’s sublingual delivery technology results in much faster aspirin bioavailability in the blood (compared to aspirin tablets) and that the anti-coagulant effect of aspirin occurs much quicker with Aspire’s product. These results will be the backbone of a 505(b)(2) submission to the FDA planned for the first six months of 2027, once the next clinical trial is concluded.

Previous wording

We have not yet established a sales, marketing or product distribution infrastructure for our aspirin products because our lead product candidates are still in early-stage clinical development. We generally plan to retain commercial rights in the United States for our product candidates for which we hope to receive marketing approvals. We believe that it will be possible for us to access the heart attack and stroke prevention market through a targeted hospital and/or specialty care sales force. We are also strongly considering the licensing of the aspirin products and have received inquiries about the availability of that produce for license.

Current wording

We have not yet established a sales, marketing, or product distribution infrastructure for our aspirin products because our lead product candidates are still in early-stage clinical development. We generally plan to retain commercial rights in the United States for our product candidates for which we hope to receive marketing approvals. We believe that it will be possible for us to access the heart attack and stroke prevention market through a targeted hospital and/or specialty care sales force. We are also strongly considering the licensing of the aspirin products and have received inquiries about the availability of that product for license.

Previous wording

The Company has developed and acquired disruptive sublingual delivery technologies that are a patent-pending formulation which address emergencies and drug efficacy, dosage management, and response time. In March 2023, the Company filed application number 63/456,290 with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) with the goal of securing patent protection for its new technology and aspirin formulation. The Company’s new patent pending formulation is a significant improvement on the previous formulation which was acquired by the Company through the Instaprin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. acquisition (described below). This technology will facilitate development of any number of products in a soluble, PH neutral, fast acting powder or granule form which has been developed by using our patent pending formulation, and “trade secret” process. Aspire’s drug delivery comes from a new mechanism of action (absorption pathway) which allows for rapid sublingual absorption. The benefits of “rapid absorption” are to provide rapid treatment impact and also allows high dose absorption. The Company’s patent pending delivery system includes components specifically formulated to allow rapid sublingual absorption of drugs into the blood stream, thus by-passing the gastrointestinal tract. A second patent application was filed in October 2024 for a high-dose version of our sublingually administered aspirin product (application number 63/702,381) using a micelle variation on our technology which can be used with a variety of substances.

Current wording

The Company has developed and acquired disruptive sublingual delivery technologies that are patent-pending and which address emergencies and drug efficacy, dosage management, and response time. In March 2023, the Company filed application number 63/456,290 with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) with the goal of securing patent protection for its new technology and aspirin formulation. The Company’s new patent pending formulation is a significant improvement on the previous formulation which was acquired by the Company through the Instaprin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. acquisition. This technology will facilitate development of any number of products in a soluble, fast acting powder or granule form which has been developed by using our patent pending formulation, and “trade secret” process. Aspire’s drug delivery which allows for rapid sublingual absorption. The benefits of “rapid absorption” are to provide rapid treatment impact and also allows high dose absorption. The Company’s patent pending delivery system includes components specifically formulated to allow rapid sublingual absorption of drugs into the blood stream, thus by-passing the gastrointestinal tract. A second patent application was filed in October 2024 for a high-dose version of our sublingually administered aspirin product (application number 63/702,381) using a micelle variation on our technology which can be used with a variety of substances.

Previous wording

In the initial development launch of its aspirin product, Aspire has focused on the delivery of aspirin, which may be the most studied and accepted analgesic and anti-inflammatory drug on the market. Aspirin is over a century old and is traditionally available in several forms, including effervescence, powder, capsule, and tablet. Over 100 years of documented safety and efficacy data is readily available. Aspirin is the only drug in history to receive a certified recommendation by the FDA for heart attack, stroke and colon cancer. However, current aspirin applications are limited due to side effects from acidity. We expect that our aspirin product will be well positioned to target the current Opioid Crisis globally due to its ability to have large doses rapidly be absorbed in the bloodstream with no harmful effects to the gastric system and its mucous membrane, as well as, at full strength with no dilution due to metabolic impact providing true anti-inflammatory therapeutic effects to users providing true pain management relief to them. Aspire plans to submit its FDA 505(b)(2) approval request in late 2026 for the prescription strength high dose aspirin product given the history of Aspirin (and over 100 years of history).

Current wording

In the initial development launch of its aspirin product, Aspire has focused on the delivery of aspirin, which may be the most studied and accepted analgesic and anti-inflammatory drug on the market. Aspirin is over a century old and is traditionally available in several forms, including effervescence, powder, capsule, and tablet. Over 100 years of documented safety and efficacy data is readily available. Aspirin is the only drug in history to receive a certified recommendation by the FDA for heart attack, stroke, and colon cancer. However, current aspirin applications are often limited due to side effects from gastric irritation. Aspire plans to submit its FDA 505(b)(2) approval request in late 2026 or early 2027 for the prescription strength high dose aspirin product given the history of aspirin (and over 100 years of history).

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Aspire’s cGMP batch of high-dose aspirin was manufactured by Glatt in its New Jersey facility in March 2025. Glatt used this batch to finalize the packaging and manufacturing process, and to provide the products which were used in the clinical trials which took place in Florida and ended in July 2025, with the final clinical trial study results provided to Aspire on September 5, 2025. Glatt’s scientific team will also be conducting the stability testing required by the FDA on this batch to determine product shelf life. This is in addition to prior similar initial testing done in 2022 by Glatt which provided important background data on the stability and manufacturing process for Aspire’s low dose sublingual aspirin product. Aspire’s new manufacturer, Microsize, is currently conducting tests and preparing the high-dose product for the next clinical tests.

Current wording

Aspire’s cGMP batch of high-dose aspirin was manufactured by Glatt in its New Jersey facility in March 2025. Glatt used this batch to finalize the packaging and manufacturing process, and to provide the products which were used in the clinical trials which took place in Florida and ended in the third quarter of 2025, with the final clinical trial study results provided to Aspire on September 5, 2025. Glatt’s scientific team conducted the stability testing required by the FDA on this batch to help determine product shelf life. This is in addition to prior similar initial testing done in 2022 by Glatt which provided important background data on the stability and manufacturing process for Aspire’s low dose sublingual aspirin product. Aspire’s new manufacturer, Microsize, is currently conducting tests and preparing the high-dose product for the next clinical tests, and improving the formulation. Pace Analytical is assisting with the testing process.

Previous wording

Aspire recently conducted an in vivo single-dose bioavailability study in healthy human volunteers which ended in July 2025. The final clinical trial report was received on September 5, 2025. This clinical trial evaluated pharmacokinetic endpoints including but not limited to maximum concentrations of aspirin and/or its metabolites in plasma (“Cmax”), time of maximum concentrations (“Tmax”), and area under the time curve concentrations (“AUC”) following sublingual dosing of two different pharmaceutical formulations of Aspire’s sublingual aspirin compared to standard oral aspirin. Pharmacodynamic effect on serum thromboxane B2 (TXB2, a measure of platelet inhibition) was evaluated as a secondary endpoint. Data from this bioavailability study will be used to select the optimal pharmaceutical formulation of aspirin and to support filing of an NDA. This trial was exempt from Investigational New Drug (“IND”) filing requirements under 21 C.F.R. 320.31(d) because it is a human bioavailability trial of an FDA-approved active ingredient that is not a new chemical entity, a radioactively labeled drug product, or cytotoxic drug product, using a dose not exceeding the dose specified in the labeling of the approved drug product, conducted in compliance with the requirements for review by an Institutional Review Board (IRB), with reserve test article samples retained by the study sponsor. The results showed that Aspire’s product entered the bloodstream faster than conventional aspirin and had a more significant impact on TxB2 than conventional aspirin. Management believes that both results are very positive.

Current wording

Aspire recently conducted an in vivo single-dose bioavailability study in healthy human volunteers which ended in the third quarter of 2025. The final clinical trial report was received on September 5, 2025. This clinical trial evaluated pharmacokinetic endpoints including but not limited to maximum concentrations of aspirin and/or its metabolites in plasma (“Cmax”), time of maximum concentrations (“Tmax”), and area under the time curve concentrations (“AUC”) following sublingual dosing of two different pharmaceutical formulations of Aspire’s sublingual aspirin compared to standard oral aspirin. Pharmacodynamic effect on serum thromboxane B2 (TXB2, a market relating to platelet inhibition) was evaluated as a secondary endpoint. Data from this bioavailability study will be used to select the optimal pharmaceutical formulation of aspirin and to support filing of an NDA. This trial was exempt from Investigational New Drug (“IND”) filing requirements under 21 C.F.R. 320.31(d) because it is a human bioavailability trial of an FDA-approved active ingredient that is not a new chemical entity, a radioactively labeled drug product, or cytotoxic drug product, using a dose not exceeding the dose specified in the labeling of the approved drug product, conducted in compliance with the requirements for review by an Institutional Review Board (IRB), with reserve test article samples retained by the study sponsor. The results showed that Aspire’s product entered the bloodstream faster than conventional aspirin and had a more significant impact on TxB2 than conventional aspirin. Management believes that both results are very positive.

Previous wording

Following receipt and analysis of the clinical trial results, Aspire submitted a pre-IND written request to the FDA on October 31, 2025, to which the FDA responded positively on November 13, 2025, essentially approving the proposed next clinical trial of approximately 32 healthy human volunteers to evaluate the pharmacodynamic effect of a single dose of Aspire’s high dose aspirin on platelet inhibition compared to that of standard oral aspirin. The proposed primary endpoint for an additional trial would be time to TXB2 inhibition. Variability of TXB2 inhibition and pharmacokinetic parameters (Cmax, Tmax, AUC, etc.) for aspirin and/or its metabolites in plasma will be analyzed as secondary endpoints. If needed, the additional trial will be designed to demonstrate a shorter time to clinically meaningful pharmacodynamic effect (TXB2 inhibition) following administration of Aspire’s aspirin compared to standard oral aspirin (standard of care for treatment of suspected acute myocardial infarction). Aspire is hoping to conduct this next trial starting in approximately June/July 2026. Following completion of this additional trial, Aspire would submit a section 505(b)(2) NDA for Aspire’s aspirin product to the FDA seeking approval to market the product for treatment of suspected acute myocardial infarction. Additional clinical trials focused on differentiating Aspire’s aspirin from standard oral aspirin based on TxB2 inhibition and gastrointestinal irritation, ulceration and bleeding during longer term use may be conducted to support subsequent 505(b)(2) NDAs and/or supplemental NDAs for our aspirin in other therapeutic indications focused on the antithrombotic and analgesic effects of aspirin.

Current wording

Following receipt and analysis of the clinical trial results, Aspire submitted a pre-IND written request to the FDA on October 31, 2025, to which the FDA responded positively on November 13, 2025, providing essential guidance for the proposed next clinical trial of approximately 32 healthy human volunteers to evaluate the pharmacodynamic effect of a single dose of Aspire’s high dose aspirin on platelet inhibition compared to that of standard oral aspirin. The proposed primary endpoint for additional trial would be time to TXB2 inhibition. Variability of TXB2 inhibition and pharmacokinetic parameters (Cmax, Tmax, AUC, etc.) for aspirin and/or its metabolites in plasma will be analyzed as secondary endpoints. If needed, the additional trial will be designed to demonstrate a shorter time to clinically meaningful pharmacodynamic effect (TXB2 inhibition) following administration of Aspire’s aspirin compared to standard oral aspirin (standard of care for treatment of suspected acute myocardial infarction). Aspire is hoping to conduct this next trial during the first six months of 2027. Following completion of this additional trial, Aspire would submit a section 505(b)(2) NDA for Aspire’s aspirin product to the FDA seeking approval to market the product for treatment of suspected acute myocardial infarction. Additional clinical trials focused on differentiating Aspire’s aspirin from standard oral aspirin based on TxB2 inhibition and gastrointestinal irritation, ulceration and bleeding during longer term use may be conducted to support subsequent 505(b)(2) NDAs and/or supplemental NDAs for our aspirin in other therapeutic indications focused on the antithrombotic and analgesic effects of aspirin.

Previous wording

Melatonin: Aspire’s scientists have developed a working formulation for a sublingually administered melatonin sleep-aid product, in 3mg, 5mg, and 10mg doses and has created a batch of product and completed limited testing. Aspire may, although it is not required to, conduct a limited pharmacokinetic study using at least eight volunteers, comparing to orally administered melatonin products on the market, in order to support its claims and labeling. No FDA approval is required for melatonin, which is sold as a supplement. Melatonin is a popular sleep aid and Aspire has begun exploring licensing possibilities. The Company has filed for patent protection of its melatonin formulation in patent application 63/890,248 filed on 9/25/25 (part of the “Omnibus Patent”).

Current wording

Melatonin: Aspire’s scientists have developed a working formulation for a sublingually administered melatonin sleep-aid product, in 3mg, 5mg, and 10mg doses and has created a batch of product and completed limited testing. Aspire may, although is not required to, conduct a limited pharmacokinetic study using at least eight volunteers, comparing to orally administered melatonin products on the market, in order to support its claims and labeling. No FDA approval is required for melatonin, which is sold as a supplement. Melatonin is a popular sleep aid and Aspire has begun exploring licensing possibilities. The Company has filed for patent protection of its melatonin formulation in patent application 63/890,248 filed on 9/25/25 (part of the “Omnibus Patent”).

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Caffeine Products: Aspire has developed a working formula for a single serving sublingual pre-workout supplement as well as a single serving “coffee or soda replacement” with health benefits, using its patent-pending sublingual absorption technology. Aspire has manufactured trial runs of this supplement and conducted consumer and safety testing in the second quarter of 2025. Aspire entered into a manufacturing agreement with Desert Stream, Inc. (Nephi, UT), a nutrition and supplement manufacture with experience in caffeine products, through its wholly owned subsidiary Buzz Bomb Caffeine Company LC. Aspire and Desert Stream developed a half dozen flavors of the product. Aspire has registered several trademarks that it intends to use with these products and obtained domain names as well. Aspire unveiled its caffeine product at two large fitness conventions in the first week of August 2025 and began selling initial versions of its caffeine products in the third quarter of 2025. After that product was well-received, Aspire entered into a manufacturing contract with Supranaturals (Springville, UT) to manufacture 2,000,000 units of its caffeine supplement which is marketed under the trademark “Buzz Bomb” (see buzzbombcaffeine.com). The new marketing and labeling of these 2,000,000 units began on January 15, 2026.

Current wording

Caffeine Products: Aspire has developed a working formula for a single-serving sublingual caffeine supplement using its patent-pending sublingual absorption technology. Aspire first manufactured initial runs of this supplement and conducted consumer and safety testing in the second quarter of 2025. Aspire entered into a manufacturing agreement with Desert Stream, Inc. (Nephi, UT), a nutrition and supplement manufacture with experience in caffeine products, through its wholly owned subsidiary Buzz Bomb Caffeine Company LC. Aspire and Desert Stream developed a half dozen flavors of the product. Aspire has registered several trademarks that it intends to use with these products and obtained domain names as well. The trademark for the wordmark “Buzz Bomb” was issued to Aspire bythe USPTO in July 2026. Aspire unveiled its caffeine product at two large fitness conventions in the first week of August 2025 and began selling initial versions of its caffeine products on a limited basis in the third quarter of 2025. After that product was well-received, Aspire entered into a manufacturing contract with SupraNaturals (Springville, UT) to manufacture 2,000,000 units of its caffeine supplement which is marketed under the trademark “Buzz Bomb.” The new marketing and labeling of these 2,000,000 units began on January 15, 2026. The Company has subsequently placed more product orders and is selling Buzz Bomb products online (see buzzbombcaffeine.com), on Amazon, and at events all over the country.

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Other Products: Aspire’s scientists have created formulations for anti-nausea products (meclizine and ondansetron), alprazolam, clopidogrel, microdose nicotine, and semaglutide, and are considering formulations for anti-psychotic products, seizure medication, and several other classes of drugs, all using our sublingual mode of administration. We anticipate taking several of these products to market as the research and development dictates, as well as market conditions and company funding. Aspire has filed patents protecting several of these products: nicotine (Omnibus Patent), alprazolam (patent application 63/957,370 filed 1/9/26), meclizine (patent application 63/971,320 filed 1/29/26), clopidogrel (patent application 63/957,361 filed 1/9/26), and ondansetron (patent application 63/970,377 filed on 1/28/26).

Current wording

Other Products: Aspire’s scientists have created formulations for anti-nausea products (meclizine and ondansetron), alprazolam (generic Xanax), clopidogrel, and microdose nicotine, and are considering formulations for anti-psychotic products, seizure medication, and several other classes of drugs, all using our sublingual mode of administration. We anticipate taking several of these products to market as the research and development dictates, as well as market conditions and company funding. Aspire has filed patents protecting several of these products: nicotine (Omnibus Patent), alprazolam (patent application 63/957,370 filed 1/9/26), meclizine (patent application 63/971,320 filed 1/29/26), clopidogrel (patent application 63/957,361 filed 1/9/26), and ondansetron (patent application 63/970,377 filed on 1/28/26).

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The expired patent properties do not describe Aspire’s aspirin formulation technology. Aspire’s aspirin formulation technology is covered by pending patent application nos. PCT/US2024/022318 and 63/702,381, which are Aspire’s primary patent properties. The expired patent properties were intended to supplement the later-filed primary patent properties covering Aspire’s aspirin formulation technology. At the time of its acquisition of assets, Aspire was not aware that the patent properties had expired. Aspire’s Omnibus Patent to extend its novel intellectual property rights to cover many other classes of drugs and supplements was filed in October 2025, as set forth above. In addition, Aspire has file the patents referred to above and intends to file further patents as warranted.

Current wording

The expired patent properties do not describe Aspire’s aspirin formulation technology. Aspire’s aspirin formulation technology is covered by pending patent application nos. PCT/US2024/022318 and 63/702,381, which are Aspire’s primary patent properties. The expired patent properties were intended to supplement the later-filed primary patent properties covering Aspire’s aspirin formulation technology. At the time of its acquisition of assets, Aspire was not aware that the patent properties had expired. Aspire’s Omnibus Patent to extend its novel intellectual property rights to cover many other classes of drugs and supplements was filed in October 2025, as set forth above. In addition, Aspire has file the patents referred to above which it intends to file further patents as warranted.

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We also hold numerous domains, including, but not limited to, aspire-biopharma.com, aspirebiolabs.com, buzzbombcaffeine.com, and buzzbombcaffeine.com. Additionally, Aspire plans to enter into customer and license agreements to protect its intellectual property. All other intellectual property is in the form of trade secrets, business methods and know-how and is protected through intellectual assignment and confidentiality agreements with Aspire employees, advisors and consultants.

Current wording

We also hold numerous domains, including, but not limited to, aspire-biopharma.com, aspirebiolabs.com, and buzzbombcaffeine.com. Additionally, Aspire plans to enter into customer and license agreements to protect its intellectual property. All other intellectual property is in the form of trade secrets, business methods and know-how and is protected through intellectual assignment and confidentiality agreements with Aspire employees, advisors and consultants.

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On the Closing Date, Merger Sub merged with and into Aspire Biopharma, Inc, with Aspire Biopharma, Inc being the surviving company. After giving effect to the Reverse Recapitalization, Aspire Biopharma, Inc became a wholly-owned subsidiary of New Aspire. In accordance with the terms and subject to the conditions of the Merger Agreement and the Proposed Charter, at Closing Date, the Aspire Biopharma, Inc Stockholders collectively received, in the aggregate, a number of shares of duly authorized, validly issued, fully paid and nonassessable shares of New Aspire Common Stock with an aggregate value equal to (a) $350 million less (b) the amount by which Aspire Biopharma, Inc’s cash at Closing is less than the Minimum Cash Condition (but only in the event the Minimum Cash Condition is waived by PowerUp), if any, less (c) Aspire’s Indebtedness at Closing.

Current wording

On the Closing Date, Merger Sub merged with and into Aspire Biopharma, Inc., with Aspire Biopharma, Inc. being the surviving company. After giving effect to the Reverse Recapitalization, Aspire Biopharma, Inc. became a wholly-owned subsidiary of New Aspire. In accordance with the terms and subject to the conditions of the Merger Agreement and the Proposed Charter, at Closing Date, the Aspire Biopharma, Inc. Stockholders collectively received, in the aggregate, a number of shares of duly authorized, validly issued, fully paid and nonassessable shares of New Aspire Common Stock with an aggregate value equal to (a) $350 million less (b) the amount by which Aspire Biopharma, Inc.’s cash at Closing is less than the Minimum Cash Condition (but only in the event the Minimum Cash Condition is waived by PowerUp), if any, less (c) Aspire’s Indebtedness at Closing.

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In connection with the change of PowerUp’s jurisdiction of incorporation from the Cayman Islands to the State of Delaware ( the “PowerUp Domestication”), prior to the consummation of the Reverse Recapitalization (the” Closing Date”): (i) each issued and outstanding Class A ordinary share, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Class A common stock”), of PowerUp converted, on a one-forone basis, into a duly authorized, validly issued, fully paid and nonassessable share of common stock, par value $0.0001 per share, of New Aspire (the “New Aspire Common Stock”); and (ii) each issued and outstanding whole warrant to purchase Class A common stock of PowerUp automatically represented the right to purchase one share of New Aspire Common Stock, at an exercise price of $460 per share, after giving effect to the Reverse Split as described in Note 2, on the terms and conditions set forth in the Warrant Agreement, dated as of February 17, 2022, by and between PowerUp and Equiniti Trust Company, LLC (f/k/a American Stock Transfer & Trust Company), a New York limited purpose trust company, as warrant agent (in such capacity, the “Warrant Agent”, also referred to herein as the “Transfer Agent”) (the “Warrant Agreement”).

Current wording

In connection with the change of PowerUp’s jurisdiction of incorporation from the Cayman Islands to the State of Delaware ( the “PowerUp Domestication”), prior to the consummation of the Reverse Recapitalization (the” Closing Date”): (i) each issued and outstanding Class A ordinary share, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Class A common stock”), of PowerUp converted, on a one-forone basis, into a duly authorized, validly issued, fully paid and nonassessable share of common stock, par value $0.0001 per share, of New Aspire (the “New Aspire Common Stock”); and (ii) each issued and outstanding whole warrant to purchase Class A common stock of PowerUp automatically represented the right to purchase one share of New Aspire Common Stock, at an exercise price of $460 per share, after giving effect to the Reverse Split as described inNote 1. Description of Organization and Business, on the terms and conditions set forth in the Warrant Agreement, dated as of February 17, 2022, by and between PowerUp and Equiniti Trust Company, LLC (f/k/a American Stock Transfer & Trust Company), a New York limited purpose trust company, as warrant agent (in such capacity, the “Warrant Agent”, also referred to herein as the “Transfer Agent”) (the “Warrant Agreement”).

Previous wording

Immediately following the PowerUp Domestication, (i) the New Aspire Common Stock reclassified as common stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the “New Aspire Common Stock”); (ii) each issued and outstanding unit of PowerUp that has not been previously separated into the underlying Class A ordinary share and underlying one-half of one warrant upon the request of the holder thereof were cancelled and entitled the holder thereof to one share of New Aspire Common Stock and one-half of one public warrant, with a whole public warrant representing the right to acquire one share of New Aspire Common Stock at an exercise price of $460 per share, after giving effect to the Reverse Splits as described in Note 2, on the terms and conditions set forth in the Warrant Agreement; (iii) the governing documents of PowerUp were amended and restated and become the certificate of incorporation and the bylaws of New Aspire and (iv) the form of the certificate of incorporation and the bylaws were appropriately adjusted to give effect to any amendments contemplated by the form of certificate of incorporation or the bylaws that are not adopted and approved by the PowerUp shareholders, other than the amendments to the PowerUp governing documents that are contemplated by the Organizational Documents Proposal, which is a condition to the Closing of the Reverse Recapitalization. No fractional warrants were issued upon the separation of units and only whole warrants are traded.

Current wording

Immediately following the PowerUp Domestication, (i) the New Aspire Common Stock reclassified as common stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the “New Aspire Common Stock”); (ii) each issued and outstanding unit of PowerUp that has not been previously separated into the underlying Class A ordinary share and underlying one-half of one warrant upon the request of the holder thereof were cancelled and entitled the holder thereof to one share of New Aspire Common Stock and one-half of one public warrant, with a whole public warrant representing the right to acquire one share of New Aspire Common Stock at an exercise price of $460 per share, after giving effect to the Reverse Splits as described in Note1. Description of Organization and Business, on the terms and conditions set forth in the Warrant Agreement; (iii) the governing documents of PowerUp were amended and restated and become the certificate of incorporation and the bylaws of New Aspire and (iv) the form of the certificate of incorporation and the bylaws were appropriately adjusted to give effect to any amendments contemplated by the form of certificate of incorporation or the bylaws that are not adopted and approved by the PowerUp shareholders, other than the amendments to the PowerUp governing documents that are contemplated by the Organizational Documents Proposal, which is a condition to the Closing of the Reverse Recapitalization. No fractional warrants were issued upon the separation of units and only whole warrants are traded.

Previous wording

Immediately prior to the effective time of the consummation of the Reverse Recapitalization, Aspire Biopharma, Inc caused (i) each share of Aspire Biopharma, Inc Preferred Stock that is issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the Reverse Recapitalization to be automatically converted into a number of shares of Aspire Common Stock at the then-effective conversion rate (the “Preferred Conversion”). All of the shares of Aspire Preferred Stock converted into shares of Aspire Common Stock were no longer outstanding and ceased to exist, and each holder of Aspire Biopharma, Inc Preferred Stock thereafter ceased to have any rights with respect to such Aspire Biopharma, Inc Preferred Stock. Aspire Biopharma, Inc caused each Aspire Biopharma, Inc. warrant to be terminated in exchange for shares of Aspire Common Stock in accordance with the respective warrant agreements associated with each such warrant.

Current wording

Immediately prior to the effective time of the consummation of the Reverse Recapitalization, Aspire Biopharma, Inc. caused (i) each share of Aspire Biopharma, Inc. Preferred Stock that is issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the Reverse Recapitalization to be automatically converted into a number of shares of Aspire Common Stock at the then-effective conversion rate (the “Preferred Conversion”); All the shares of Aspire Preferred Stock converted into shares of Aspire Common Stock were no longer outstanding and ceased to exist, and each holder of Aspire Biopharma, Inc. Preferred Stock thereafter ceased to have any rights with respect to such Aspire Biopharma, Inc. Preferred Stock. Aspire Biopharma, Inc. caused each Aspire Biopharma, Inc. warrant to be terminated in exchange for shares of Aspire Common Stock in accordance with the respective warrant agreements associated with each such warrant.

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No Common Shares have been issued to Arena under the Second ELOC Agreement after the balance sheet date through the date that the financial statements were issued. Second ELOC Agreement replaces the ELOC Agreement described in Note 9.

Current wording

No Common Shares have been issued to Arena under the Second ELOC Agreement after the balance sheet date through the date that the financial statements were issued. Second ELOC Agreement replaces the ELOC Agreement (see Note 6. Commitment and Contingencies).

Previous wording

As consideration for the Investors’ consummation of the SPA Closing, concurrently with the SPA Closing, each Investor received a pro rata portion of 1,755 shares of common stock after giving effects to the Reverse Splits as described in Note 2 (“SPA Commitment Shares”), of which 25,000 were freely tradable, subject to a leak out agreement (the “Leak Out Agreement”) whereby each Investor’s sales may not exceed 15% of the daily trading volume of the common stock on the date of sale.

Current wording

As consideration for the Investors’ consummation of the SPA Closing, concurrently with the SPA Closing, each Investor received a pro rata portion of 1,755 shares of common stock after giving effects to the Reverse Splits (see Note 1. Description of Organization and Business), of which 25,000 were freely tradable, subject to a leak out agreement (the “Leak Out Agreement”) whereby each Investor’s sales may not exceed 15% of the daily trading volume of the common stock on the date of sale.

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On August 19, 2025, the Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement (the “Securities Purchase Agreement”) with certain investors (the “Purchasers”), pursuant to which the Company sold to the Purchasers certain notes in an aggregate principal amount of $9,687,500 for a subscription price of $7,750,000 (the “August 2025 Notes”) with a maturity date of February 19, 2026. The Notes have a 20% original issue discount which is included in the aggregate principal amount of $9,687,500 and do not bear an interest rate. Of the $7,750,000 total funding under the Securities Purchase Agreement, $4,500,000 was funded on August 19, 2025 (the “first Tranche”), $1,000,000 was funded on September 22, 2025 (the “Second Tranche”), and the balance of $2,250,000 (the “Third Tranche”) was funded on September 30, 2025. The Notes are convertible into up to an aggregate of 122,647 Common Stock (the “ Conversion Shares”) after giving effects to the Reverse Splits as described in Note 2, subject to certain conditions. The Company incurred debt issuance costs of $907,500 which is capitalized and amortized over the term on the Notes.

Current wording

On August 19, 2025, the Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement (the “Securities Purchase Agreement”) with certain investors (the “Purchasers”), pursuant to which the Company sold to the Purchasers certain notes in an aggregate principal amount of $9,687,500 for a subscription price of $7,750,000 (the “August 2025 Notes”) with a maturity date of February 19, 2026. The Notes have a 20% original issue discount which is included in the aggregate principal amount of $9,687,500 and do not bear an interest rate. Of the $7,750,000 total funding under the Securities Purchase Agreement, $4,500,000 was funded on August 19, 2025 (the “first Tranche”), $1,000,000 was funded on September 22, 2025 (the “Second Tranche”), and the balance of $2,250,000 (the “Third Tranche”) was funded on September 30, 2025. The Notes are convertible into up to an aggregate of 122,647 Common Stock (the “Conversion Shares”) after giving effects to the Reverse Splits (see Note 1. Description of Organization and Business), subject to certain conditions. The Company incurred debt issuance costs of $907,500 which is capitalized and amortized over the term on the Notes.

Previous wording

In October 2025 and November 2025, a total value of $9,523,683 of convertible notes were converted into 73,998 shares of common stock of the Company after giving effects to the Reverse Splits as described in Note 2.

Current wording

In October 2025 and November 2025, a total value of $9,523,683 of convertible notes were converted into 73,998 shares of common stock of the Company after giving effects to the Reverse Splits (see Note 1. Description of Organization and Business).

Previous wording

In January 2026, a total value of $163,817 of convertible notes were converted into 1,630 shares of common stock of the Company after giving effects to the Second Reverse Split as described in Note 2.

Current wording

In January 2026, a total value of $163,817 of convertible notes were converted into 1,630 shares of common stock of the Company after giving effects to the Second Reverse Split (see Note 1. Description of Organization and Business).

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On April 16, 2025, the Company received two letters from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”), each addressing a separate compliance deficiency under the Nasdaq Listing Rules. The first letter notified of the deficiency with regard to Rule 5450(b)(2)(A) (the “MVLS Notice”), which requires a company, whose securities are listed on The Nasdaq Global Market under the “Market Value Standard,” to maintain a minimum Market Value of Listed Securities (an “MVLS”) of $50,000,000. The deficiency was caused by the Company’s MVLS having been below the minimum level for the prior 30 consecutive business days. Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5810(c)(3)(C), the Company was entitled to a 180-day grace period, which ended on October 13, 2025, to rectify the deficiency. In order to do so, the Company was required to achieve and maintain an MVLS of at least $50,000,000 or more for a minimum of 10 consecutive business days (Nasdaq may monitor the MVLS compliance for up to 10 consecutive business days).

Current wording

On April 16, 2025, the Company received two letters from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”), each addressing a separate compliance deficiency under the Nasdaq Listing Rules. The first letter notified of the deficiency with regard to Rule 5450(b)(2)(A) (the “MVLS Notice”), which requires a company, whose securities are listed on The Nasdaq Global Market under the “Market Value Standard,” to maintain a minimum Market Value of Listed Securities of “MVLS”) of $50,000,000. The deficiency was caused by the Company’s MVLS having been below the minimum level for the prior 30 consecutive business days. Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5810(c)(3)(C), the Company was entitled to a 180-day grace period, which ended on October 13, 2025, to rectify the deficiency. In order to do so, the Company was required to achieve and maintain an MVLS of at least $50,000,000 for a minimum of 10 consecutive business days (Nasdaq may monitor the MVLS compliance for up to 10 consecutive business days).

Previous wording

On April 1, 2025, the Company received two default notices, first citing failure to timely file the Company’s Form 10-K by March 31, 2025 and for late filing of the Form S-1, as required by Blackstone Subscription Agreement discussed in Note 6, and second citing a cross default to the Securities Purchase Agreement (“Securities Purchase Agreement”) with Cobra Alternative Capital Strategies, LLC as described in Note 7, both entities controlled by the Company’s former Director of Investor Relations, Lance Friedman, which services were provided through a consulting agreement with Blackstone Capital Advisors, Inc. that was terminated effective February 17, 2025. The Company maintains that it was not in default at any time since the Company filed Form NT 10-K and the required filings were made within the automatic extension period.

Current wording

On April 1, 2025, the Company received two default notices, first citing failure to timely file the Company’s Form 10-K by March 31, 2025 and for late filing of the Form S-1, as required by Blackstone Subscription Agreement discussed inNote 5. Convertible Notes, and second citing a cross default to the Securities Purchase Agreement (“Securities Purchase Agreement”) with Cobra Alternative Capital Strategies, LLC as described inNote 7. Securities Purchase Agreements, both entities controlled by the Company’s former Director of Investor Relations, Lance Friedman, which services were provided through a consulting agreement with Blackstone Capital Advisors, Inc. that was terminated effective February 17, 2025. The Company maintains that it was not in default at any time since the Company filed Form NT 10-K and the required filings were made within the automatic extension period.

Previous wording

On April 24, 2025, the Company entered into a settlement agreement (the “Settlement Agreement”) with Cobra Alternative Capital Strategies LLC, Blackstone Capital Advisors, Inc., and their affiliates (collectively, the “Lenders”) to resolve all matters related to previously issued notices of default and to amend certain outstanding loan agreements. Pursuant to the Agreement, the Lenders withdrew and cancelled all prior notices of default and acceleration previously delivered to the Company on April 1, 2025. Any alleged previous defaults under the Company’s loan agreements were deemed cured, and all previous accelerations of payment were rendered null and void. The Company maintains that it was not in default at any time. Additionally, the Agreement provides for an extension of the maturity dates of key promissory notes by seventy-five (75) days, extending the earliest maturity date to August 15, 2025, and amending additional notes to extend their maturity dates to September 10, 2025.

Current wording

On April 24, 2025, the Company entered into a settlement agreement (the “Settlement Agreement”) with Cobra Alternative Capital Strategies LLC, Blackstone Capital Advisors, Inc., and their affiliates (collectively, the “Lenders”) to resolve all matters related to previously issued notices of default and to amend certain outstanding loan agreements. Pursuant to the Agreement, the Lenders withdrew and cancelled all prior notices of default and acceleration previously delivered to the Company on April 1, 2025. Any alleged previous defaults under the Company’s loan agreements were deemed cured, and all previous accelerations of payment were rendered null and void. The Company maintains that it was not in default at any time. Additionally, the Agreement provides for an extension of the maturity dates of key promissory notes to seventy-five (75) days, extending the earliest maturity date to August 15, 2025, and amending additional notes to extend their maturity dates to September 10, 2025.

Previous wording

In connection with the Agreement, the Company agreed to issue 521 shares of common stock after giving effect to the Reverse Splits as described in Note 2 to Blackstone Capital Advisors, Inc. and to register those shares, along with certain other restricted securities, through the filing of a registration statement on Form S-1 no later than May 13, 2025. The Company also agreed to remove lock-up restrictions on certain shares held by Cobra Alternative Capital Strategies LLC, Blackstone Capital Advisors, Inc., and Thor Special Situations LLC, enabling such shares to be made eligible for transfer to the Direct Registration System. The Lenders also agreed to enter into lock-up/leak-out agreements governing the sale of Company shares through August 20, 2025, with sale limitations tied to the Company’s daily trading volume, as detailed in the Agreement.

Current wording

In connection with the Agreement, the Company agreed to issue $21 shares of common stock after giving effect to the Reverse Splits as described inNote 1. Description of Organization and Business to Blackstone Capital Advisors, Inc. and to register those shares, along with certain other restricted securities, through the filing of a registration statement on Form S-1 no later than May 13, 2025. The Company also agreed to remove lock-up restrictions on certain shares held by Cobra Alternative Capital Strategies LLC, Blackstone Capital Advisors, Inc., and Thor Special Situations LLC, enabling such shares to be made eligible for transfer to the Direct Registration System. The Lenders also agreed to enter into lock-up/leak-out agreements governing the sale of Company shares through August 20, 2025, with sale limitations tied to the Company’s daily trading volume, as detailed in the Agreement.

Previous wording

On January 1, 2026, the Company entered into Exchange Agreements (the “Exchange Agreements”) with certain holders of the Company’s debt (the “Holders”) to exchange approximately $1.75 million in debt for shares (the “Exchange Shares’) of the Company’s common stock (the “Exchange”) (See Note 4). The debt was incurred by the Company’s predecessor, PowerUp Acquisition Corp. (“PowerUp”) pursuant to subscription agreements dated March 4, 2024, and May 9, 2024. The Holders were Sponsors of PowerUp’s initial public offering.

Current wording

On January 1, 2026, the Company entered into Exchange Agreements (the “Exchange Agreements”) with certain holders of the Company’s debt (the “Holders”) to exchange approximately $1.75 million in debt for shares (the “Exchange Shares”) of the Company’s common stock (the “Exchanges”) (see Note 5. Convertible Notes). The debt was incurred by the Company’s predecessor, PowerUp Acquisition Corp. (“PowerUp”) pursuant to subscription agreements dated March 4, 2024, and May 9, 2024. The Holders were Sponsors of PowerUp’s initial public offering.

Previous wording

In January 2026, pursuant to the Exchange Agreements, the Subscription Agreement Loan balances along with applicable interest were converted into 13,121 shares of ordinary stock of the Company after giving effects to the Reverse Splits as described in Note 2.

Current wording

In January 2026, pursuant to the Exchange Agreements, the Subscription Agreement Loan balances along with applicable interest were converted into 13,121 shares of common stock of the Company after giving effects to the Reverse Splits (seeNote 1. Description of Organization and Business).

Previous wording

Pursuant to the terms of the Securities Purchase Agreement, on February 2, 2026, the Company filed the Certificate of Designation with the Delaware Secretary of State designating 25,000 shares of its authorized and unissued preferred stock as Series A Convertible Preferred Stock. The Certificate of Designation sets forth the rights, preferences and limitations of the shares of Preferred Stock. Terms not otherwise defined in this item shall have the meanings given in the Certificate of Designation.

Current wording

Pursuant to the terms of the Securities Purchase Agreement, on February 2, 2026, the Company filed the Certificate of Designation with the Delaware Secretary of State designating 30,000 shares of its authorized and unissued preferred stock as Series A Convertible Preferred Stock. The Certificate of Designation sets forth the rights, preferences and limitations of the shares of Preferred Stock. Terms not otherwise defined in this item shall have the meanings given in the Certificate of Designation.

Previous wording

The shares of Preferred Stock will be convertible immediately upon issuance, at the option of the holder, at the Conversion Price, subject to a conversion cap that limits the conversion of the Preferred Stock such that an Investor may not beneficially own more than 4.99% (the “Maximum Percentage”) of the shares of Common Stock that would be issued and outstanding following such conversion. An Investor may decrease or increase the Maximum Percentage by written notice to the Company from time to time to any other percentage not in excess of 9.99%, provided that any increase in the Maximum Percentage will not be effective until the sixty-first(61st) day after such notice is delivered to the Company, provided further that a holder shall not convert any Preferred Stock to the extent that, after giving effect to such conversion, the aggregate number of shares of Common Stock issued or issuable upon conversion of the Preferred Stock would exceed 19.99% of the issued and outstanding shares of the Company’s Common Stock unless and until the Company has obtained the shareholder approval required by Nasdaq Listing Rule 5636(d).

Current wording

The shares of Preferred Stock will be convertible immediately upon issuance, at the option of the holder, at the Conversion Price, subject to a conversion cap that limits the conversion of the Preferred Stock such that an Investor may not beneficially own more than 4.99% (the “Maximum Percentage”) of the shares of Common Stock that would be issued and outstanding following such conversion (the “Maximum Percentage”). An Investor may decrease or increase the Maximum Percentage by written notice to the Company from time to time to any other percentage not in excess of 9.99%, provided that any increase in the Maximum Percentage will not be effective until the sixty-first (61st) day after such notice is delivered to the Company, provided further that a holder shall not convert any Preferred Stock to the extent that, after giving effect to such conversion, the aggregate number of shares of Common Stock issued or issuable upon conversion of the Preferred Stock would exceed 19.99% of the issued and outstanding shares of the Company’s Common Stock unless and until the Company has obtained the shareholder approval required by Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(d).

Previous wording

Ranking. The Series A shall rank (i) senior to all of the Common Stock; (ii) senior to any class or series of capital stock of the Corporation hereafter created specifically ranking by its terms junior to any Series A (“Junior Securities”); (iii) on parity with any class or series of capital stock of the Corporation created specifically ranking by its terms on parity with the Preferred Stock (“Parity Securities”); and (iv) junior to any class or series of capital stock of the Corporation hereafter created specifically ranking by its terms senior to any Series A (“Senior Securities”), in each case, as to dividends or distributions of assets upon liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Corporation, whether voluntarily or involuntarily. Subject to any superior liquidation rights of the holders of any Senior Securities of the Corporation and the rights of the Corporation’s existing and future creditors, upon any liquidation, dissolution or winding-up of the Corporation, whether voluntary or involuntary (a “Liquidation”), each Holder shall be entitled to be paid out of the assets of the Corporation legally available for distribution to stockholders, prior and in preference to any distribution of any of the assets or surplus funds of the Corporation to the holders of the Common Stock and Junior Securities and pari passu with any distribution to the holders of Parity Securities, an amount equal to the Stated Value for each share of Series A held by such Holder and an amount equal to any accrued and unpaid dividends thereon, and thereafter the Holders shall be entitled to receive out of the assets, whether capital or surplus, of the Corporation the same amount that a holder of Common Stock would receive if the Series A were fully converted (disregarding for such purposes any conversion limitations hereunder) to Common Stock which amounts shall be paid pari passu with all holders of Common Stock. The Corporation shall mail written notice of any such Liquidation, not less than sixty (60) days prior to the payment date stated therein, to each Holder.

Current wording

**Ranking.**The Series A shall rank (i) senior to all of the Common Stock; (ii) senior to any class or series of capital stock of the Corporation hereafter created specifically ranking by its terms junior to any Series A (“Junior Securities”); (iii) on parity with any class or series of capital stock of the Corporation created specifically ranking by its terms on parity with the Preferred Stock (“Parity Securities”); and (iv) junior to any class or series of capital stock of the Corporation hereafter created specifically ranking by its terms senior to any Series A (“Senior Securities”), in each case, as to dividends or distributions of assets upon liquidation, dissolution, winding up of the Corporation, whether voluntarily or involuntarily. Subject to any superior liquidation rights of the holders of any Senior Securities of the Corporation and the rights of the Corporation’s existing and future creditors, upon any liquidation, dissolution or winding-up of the Corporation, whether voluntary or involuntary (a “Liquidation”), each Holder shall be entitled to be paid out of the assets of the Corporation legally available for distribution to stockholders, prior and in preference to any distribution of any of the assets or surplus funds of the Corporation to the holders of the Common Stock and Junior Securities and pari passu with any distribution to the holders of Parity Securities, an amount equal to the Stated Value for each share of Series A held by such Holder and an amount equal to any accrued and unpaid dividends thereon, and thereafter the Holders shall be entitled to receive out of the assets, whether capital or surplus, of the Corporation the same amount that a holder of Common Stock would receive if the Series A were fully converted (disregarding for such purposes any conversion limitations hereunder) to Common Stock which amounts shall be paid pari passu with all holders of Common Stock. The Corporation shall mail written notice of any such Liquidation, not less than sixty (60) days prior to the payment date stated therein, to each Holder.

Previous wording

The shares of Preferred Stock will be convertible immediately upon issuance, at the option of the holder, at the Conversion Price, subject to a conversion cap that limits the conversion of the Preferred Stock such that an Investor may not beneficially own more than 4.99% of the shares of Common Stock that would be issued and outstanding following such conversion (the “Maximum Percentage”). An Investor may decrease or increase the Maximum Percentage by written notice to the Company from time to time to any other percentage not in excess of 9.99%, provided that any increase in the Maximum Percentage will not be effective until the sixty-first (61st) day after such notice is delivered to the Company, provided further that a holder shall not convert any Preferred Stock to the extent that, after giving effect to such conversion, the aggregate number of shares of Common Stock issued or issuable upon conversion of the Preferred Stock would exceed 19.99% of the issued and outstanding shares of the Company’s Common Stock unless and until the Company has obtained the shareholder approval required by Nasdaq Listing Rule 5636(d) (“Shareholder Approval”).

Current wording

The shares of Preferred Stock will be convertible immediately upon issuance, at the option of the holder, at the Conversion Price, subject to a conversion cap that limits the conversion of the Preferred Stock such that an Investor may not beneficially own more than 4.99% of the shares of Common Stock that would be issued and outstanding following such conversion (the “Maximum Percentage”). An Investor may decrease or increase the Maximum Percentage by written notice to the Company from time to time to any other percentage not in excess of 9.99%, provided that any increase in the Maximum Percentage will not be effective until the sixty-first (61st) day after such notice is delivered to the Company, provided further that a holder shall not convert any Preferred Stock to the extent that, after giving effect to such conversion, the aggregate number of shares of Common Stock issued or issuable upon conversion of the Preferred Stock would exceed 19.99% of the issued and outstanding shares of the Company’s Common Stock unless and until the Company has obtained the shareholder approval required by Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(d) (“Shareholder Approval”).

Previous wording

The initial closing of the issuance of Preferred Stock occurred on or February 6, 2025 (the “Initial Closing”). At the Initial Closing, the Company issued 13,750 Shares of Preferred Stock for aggregate gross proceeds of $11,000,000 million, which included $943,801 of debt that converted into Preferred Shares on the same terms. Subject to the satisfaction or waiver of certain conditions set forth in the Purchase Agreement, a second closing may take place, pursuant to which the Company may issue up to 12,500 additional Shares of Preferred Stock for aggregate proceeds not to exceed $10,000,000 (the “Second Closing”). The Second Closing is contingent on the effectiveness of the registration statement to register the shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion of the Shares and receipt of Shareholder Approval.

Current wording

The initial closing of the issuance of Preferred Stock occurred on February 6, 2026 (the “Initial Closing”). At the Initial Closing, the Company issued 13,750 Shares of Preferred Stock for aggregate gross proceeds of $11,000,000, which included $943,801 of debt that converted into Preferred Shares on the same terms. Subject to the satisfaction or waiver of certain conditions set forth in the Purchase Agreement, a second closing may take place, pursuant to which the Company may issue up to 12,500 additional Shares of Preferred Stock for aggregate proceeds not to exceed $10,000,000 (the “Second Closing”). The Second Closing is contingent on the effectiveness of the registration statement to register the shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion of the Shares and receipt of Shareholder Approval.

Previous wording

In connection with the Offering, the Company will file a proxy statement with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Commission”) seeking the approval of its stockholders for (i) the transactions contemplated by the Securities Purchase Agreement, (ii) the issuance of the Preferred Stock and the Common Stock issuable upon the conversion of the Preferred Stock, (iii) a reverse stock split of the Company’s Common Stock at a range of one for five (1-for-5) to a maximum of one for five hundred (1-for-500) shares, whether effected in a single transaction or in multiple transactions, and all related amendments to the Company’s certificate of incorporation, and (iv) an amendment to the Company’s certificate of incorporation to effect an increase in the Company’s authorized shares to the extent required to issue the securities. Pursuant to the Securities Purchase Agreement, the Company shall file the proxy statement within ten (10) business days after the initial closing.

Current wording

In connection with the Offering, the Company filed a proxy statement with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Commission”) seeking the approval of its stockholders for (i) the transactions contemplated by the Securities Purchase Agreement, (ii) the issuance of the Preferred Stock and the Common Stock issuable upon the conversion of the Preferred Stock, (iii) a reverse stock split of the Company’s Common Stock at a range of one for five (1-for-5) to a maximum of one for five hundred (1-for-500) shares, whether effected in a single transaction or in multiple transactions, and all related amendments to the Company’s certificate of incorporation, and (iv) an amendment to the Company’s certificate of incorporation to effect an increase in the Company’s authorized shares to the extent required to issue the securities. Pursuant to the Securities Purchase Agreement, the Company was required to file a proxy statement within ten (10) business days after the initial closing.

Previous wording

The Company commenced earning revenue in the fourth quarter of 2025 from the sale of its nutraceutical products.

Current wording

The Company began earning revenue in the fourth quarter of 2025 from the sale of its nutraceutical products.

Previous wording

While our significant accounting policies are described in more detail in Note 3 to our unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements appearing in Item 1 to this Annual Report on Form 10-K, we believe that the following accounting policies were most critical to the judgments and estimates used in the preparation of our unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

Current wording

While our significant accounting policies are described in (Note 2. Significant Accounting Policies) to our unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements appearing in Item 1 to this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, we believe that the following accounting policies were most critical to the judgments and estimates used in the preparation of our unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

Previous wording

A discussion of recently issued accounting standards applicable to Aspire is described in Note 3, Significant Accounting Policies, in the Notes to Financial Statements contained elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

Current wording

A discussion of recently issued accounting standards applicable to us is described inNote 2, Significant Accounting Policies, in the notes to the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements contained elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.

Previous wording

The following table sets forth the Company’s unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations data for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025:

Current wording

The following table sets forth our unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations data for the three months ended June 30, 2026, and 2025:

Previous wording

The Company commenced sale of products during the quarter ended September 30, 2025. For the three months ended March 31, 2026, total revenue was $28,353 and total cost of revenue was $22,603.

Current wording

For the three months ended June 30, 2026, total revenue was $63,104 and total cost of revenue was $50,818 and a write-off of obsolete inventory to it carrying value totaling $42,372. We began selling our products during the quarter ended September 30, 2025; therefore no sales were recorded during the three months ended June 30, 2025.

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