CISO Global Eliminates Convertible Debt as Profitability Fuels Investor Confidence

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CISO Global (NASDAQ: CISO) announced the full satisfaction of convertible notes held by Target Capital 14, and Secure Net Capital, , strengthening its balance sheet. The company maintains $7 million in convertible notes extended on existing terms, held by a Company Advisory Board member and Hensley Beverage Company.

The cybersecurity software and managed security services provider reported achieving unaudited Adjusted EBITDA profitability, planning to repay the remaining notes through cash flow. The company's CEO, Andy McCain, expressed long-term confidence in the team and strategy. CFO Deb Smith highlighted the company's focus on expanding recurring revenue through software sales to existing customers and channel partners.

Positive

• Achieved unaudited Adjusted EBITDA profitability
• Eliminated portion of convertible debt, strengthening balance sheet
• Secured extension of $7M convertible notes on existing terms
• Focus on expanding recurring revenue through software sales

Negative

• Maintains $7M in outstanding convertible debt

Scottsdale, Ariz., April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CISO Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: CISO), a leader in AI-powered cybersecurity software and managed security services, today announced that Target Capital 14, LLC and Secure Net Capital, LLC have had their convertible notes fully satisfied, marking another major financial milestone as the Company strengthens its balance sheet. This follows a series of positive corporate developments, including the announcement of unaudited Adjusted EBITDA profitability, reinforcing investor confidence and aligning shareholder interests with long-term value creation.

Additionally, CISO Global reaffirms that the $7 million in convertible notes it holds have been extended on existing terms. These notes are held by a Company Advisory Board member and Hensley Beverage Company, whose CEO, Andy McCain, serves on CISO’s Board of Directors. With the Company now profitable, on an unaudited Adjusted EBITDA basis, and focused on accelerating software sales, these notes will be repaid over time through cash flow.

“We remain deeply committed to CISO Global and its mission,” said Andy McCain. “Extending our investment reflects our long-term confidence in the team, strategy, and ability to drive sustainable value for stakeholders.”

Deb Smith, CFO of CISO Global, added: “With our strongest balance sheet to date, we are now focused on expanding recurring revenue through software sales to existing customers and channel partners. CISO is also very appreciative of our vendors for working with and helping the company to achieve this stage.”

With a solid financial foundation and increasing momentum, CISO Global remains committed to executing its growth strategy, maximizing shareholder value, and delivering industry-leading cybersecurity solutions.

About CISO Global, Inc.

CISO Global, Inc. is an industry leader in AI-powered cybersecurity software, managed cybersecurity, and compliance that delivers comprehensive solutions designed to protect organizations from the latest cyber threats. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and industry expertise, CISO Global offers tailored services to ensure the security and compliance of its clients' digital assets.

Organizations seeking guidance on CMMC compliance and cybersecurity best practices can rely on CISO Global’s expertise. For more information, please visit ciso.inc.

Safe Harbor Statement

This news release contains certain statements that may be deemed to be forward-looking statements under federal securities laws, and we intend that such forward-looking statements be subject to the safe harbor created thereby. Such forward-looking statements include, among others, our belief that we are an industry leader in proprietary software, managed cybersecurity, and compliance; our belief in our continued positive corporate developments; our belief that we have achieved a milestone of unaudited Adjusted EBITDA profitability; we expect our balance sheet to strengthen and plan to continue to align investor interests with long-term shareholder value; our belief that the extension of the convertible notes confirm internal support and belief in the long term success of our company; our belief that our software sales are driving the company’s success; our intent to repay the existing convertible notes with future cash flow; our belief that we currently have our strongest cash flow to date; our belief in the base of our customers, vendors and the strength of our partners; and our belief that we provide comprehensive cybersecurity solutions to our clients. These statements are often, but not always, made through the use of words or phrases such as "believes," "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "estimates," “predict,” "plan," “project,” “continuing,” “ongoing,” “potential,” “opportunity,” "will," "may," "look forward," "intend," "guidance," "future" or similar words or phrases. These statements reflect our current views, expectations, and beliefs concerning future events and are subject to substantial risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected by such forward-looking statements. These risks may be detailed from time to time in the reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. You should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as required by law, we assume no obligation and do not intend to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments, or otherwise.

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FAQ

What debt has CISO Global eliminated in April 2025?

CISO Global has fully satisfied convertible notes held by Target Capital 14, and Secure Net Capital,

How much convertible debt does CISO still maintain?

CISO maintains $7 million in convertible notes held by a Company Advisory Board member and Hensley Beverage Company.

What is CISO Global's current profitability status?

The company has achieved unaudited Adjusted EBITDA profitability.

How does CISO plan to handle its remaining convertible notes?

CISO plans to repay the remaining notes over time through cash flow from operations.

What is CISO's strategy for revenue growth?

CISO is focusing on expanding recurring revenue through software sales to existing customers and channel partners.