CORRECTION: Nextech3D.ai Provides Shareholder Update on Krafty Labs Acquisition and Announces $321,917 CEO Investment

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Nextech3D.ai (OTCQX:NEXCF) confirmed completion of due diligence and set a closing date of January 2, 2026 for the acquisition of Krafty Labs, subject to customary closing conditions and CSE approval. Krafty Labs reported approximately $1.2 million year-to-date 2025 revenue with 72% gross margins. Concurrently, CEO Evan Gappelberg committed $321,917 via an 18-month convertible note at 12% annual interest, convertible at his option into 2,299,412 common shares at $0.165 per share, and received 2,299,412 warrants exercisable at $0.165 for three years. The company said the deal and insider investment aim to expand enterprise reach and align management with shareholders.

Positive

• Krafty Labs reported $1.2M year-to-date 2025 revenue
• Krafty Labs reported 72% gross margins
• Acquisition closing set for January 2, 2026
• CEO invested $321,917 via convertible note aligning interests

Negative

• Convertible note bears 12% annual interest
• CEO conversion and warrants equal 2,299,412 new shares potentially dilutive
• Transaction is a related-party deal relying on MI 61-101 exemptions
• Closing is subject to CSE approval and customary conditions

Correction: The conversion price was incorrectly reported as .14/share. The correct price is .165/share

Correction: Nextech3D.ai Provides Shareholder Update on Krafty Labs Acquisition and Announces $321,917 CEO Investment

Correction: The conversion price was incorrectly reported as .14/share. The correct price is .165/share

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / December 24, 2025 / Nextech3D.ai (CSE:NTAR)(OTCQX:NEXCF)(FSE:1SS), an AI-first event technology and digital engagement company, is pleased to provide shareholders with an update on its previously announced acquisition of Krafty Labs, a revenue generating AI-driven event engagement and experiential technology company serving global enterprise customers.

Krafty Labs Acquisition Update

The Company is pleased to confirm that the due diligence process has been successfully completed, and the acquisition of Krafty Labs is scheduled to close on January 2, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions including CSE approval.

Krafty Labs brings a highly attractive blue-chip customer base, along with approximately $1.2 million in year-to-date 2025 revenue and gross margins of 72%. Management believes this acquisition meaningfully enhances Nextech3D.ai's AI-first event platform and expands its reach into higher-value enterprise and association customers.

CEO Convertible Note Investment Demonstrates Strong Alignment

In connection with the Company's continued execution and growth strategy, Evan Gappelberg, Chief Executive Officer of Nextech3D.ai, has committed to invest $321,917 directly into the Company through an 18-month convertible note bearing 12% annual interest.

Key terms of the CEO investment include:

• Term: 18 months

• Interest Rate: 12% per annum

• Conversion Option: At the CEO's sole discretion, the note may be converted into 2,299,412 common shares at a fixed conversion price of $0.165 per share (correction)

• Warrants Issued: As compensation, the CEO will receive 2,299,412 common share purchase warrants

• Warrant Terms:

  • Exercise Price: $0.165 per share

  • Term: 3 years

Mr. Gappelberg will continue to be the Company's largest shareholder, currently owning 32,757,017 common shares, further reinforcing strong alignment between management and shareholders.

The transaction constitutes a related party transaction under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 - Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions. The Company is relying on exemptions from the formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements of MI 61-101 on the basis that the transaction does not exceed 25% of the Company's market capitalization. The transaction is subject to approval of the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE).

Management believes this insider investment reflects confidence in Nextech3D.ai's strategy, execution, and long-term growth prospects.

Strengthening an AI-First Event Platform

The combination of Krafty Labs' enterprise-grade engagement capabilities with Nextech3D.ai's existing event technology stack is expected to drive increased average contract values, deeper customer relationships, and enhanced monetization opportunities across in-person, virtual, and hybrid events.

Evan Gappelberg, CEO of Nextech3D.ai comments "We believe the acquisition of Krafty Labs, combined with my personal investment in the Company, represents a strong vote of confidence in Nextech3D.ai's direction and execution," He continues "With due diligence complete and a closing date set, we are focused on integrating Krafty Labs and accelerating growth while continuing to build long-term shareholder value."

Looking Ahead

With the Krafty Labs acquisition set to close on January 2, 2026, Nextech3D.ai continues to advance its strategy of building a comprehensive, AI-powered event technology platform through disciplined acquisitions, organic growth, and aligned insider investment.

About Nextech3D.ai

Nextech3D.ai is an AI-powered technology company specializing in 3D asset generation, spatial computing, and comprehensive AI Event Solutions for virtual, hybrid, and in-person experiences. Through Map Dynamics, Eventdex, and Krafty Labs, Nextech3D.ai delivers a unified global platform for Google, Microsoft, Netflix, Oracle, Yelp, ZoomInfo, Spotify, Meta conferences, expos, corporate activations, learning programs, and enterprise engagement.

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Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including statements regarding the proposed acquisition of Krafty Labs, the anticipated timing and consideration, expected benefits and synergies, product integrations, and growth opportunities. Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. There can be no assurance that the proposed transaction will be completed as anticipated or at all. Nextech3D.ai disclaims any obligation to update forward-looking statements except as required by law.

Forward-looking Statements
The CSE has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Certain information contained herein may constitute "forward-looking information" under Canadian securities legislation. Generally, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as, "will be" or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "will" occur. Forward-looking statements regarding the completion of the transaction are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Nextech will not update any forward-looking statements or forward-looking information that are incorporated by reference herein, except as required by applicable securities laws

SOURCE: NexTech3D.AI Corp

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FAQ

When will Nextech3D.ai (NEXCF) close the Krafty Labs acquisition?

The acquisition is scheduled to close on January 2, 2026, subject to CSE approval and customary conditions.

How much revenue and margin does Krafty Labs contribute to Nextech3D.ai?

Krafty Labs reported approximately $1.2 million year-to-date 2025 revenue with 72% gross margins.

What are the terms of the CEO Evan Gappelberg investment in NEXCF?

The CEO committed $321,917 via an 18-month convertible note at 12% interest, convertible into 2,299,412 shares at $0.165, plus 2,299,412 three-year warrants at $0.165.

Will the CEO investment dilute existing NEXCF shareholders?

If converted and exercised, the CEO's conversion and warrants would create 2,299,412 new common shares, which is potentially dilutive.

Is the Krafty Labs acquisition a related-party transaction for Nextech3D.ai (NEXCF)?

Yes. The transaction is a related-party deal under MI 61-101, and the company is relying on exemptions from formal valuation and minority approval requirements.