Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc.

This Current Report on Form 8-K contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws with respect to activity contemplated by the Purchase Agreement, which are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including but not limited to: the ability of the parties to consummate the contemplated transaction in a timely manner or at all; the satisfaction or waiver of the conditions to closing the contemplated transaction; potential delays in consummating the contemplated transaction; and the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance or condition that could give rise to termination of the Purchase Agreement for the contemplated transaction. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and the Company assumes no obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. The Company does not give any assurance that it will achieve its expectations.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits.