SPARC AI Appoints On-Ground Referral Agent in Ukraine to Accelerate Defense Engagement

Rhea-AI Summary

SPARC AI (OTCQB: SPAIF) appointed an on-ground, Ukraine-based referral agent on March 25, 2026 to accelerate commercial engagement with Ukrainian defense stakeholders. The non-exclusive arrangement aims to complement SPARC AI's existing Ukrainian partnerships and its operational drone testing programme to advance deployment of the Overwatch GPS-denied navigation and target acquisition platform.

The agent provides direct access to active Ukrainian defense personnel and will identify introductions to procurement and operational units; all engagements remain subject to SPARC AI's commercial processes, compliance frameworks, and export control requirements.

Positive

• On-ground agent provides direct access to active Ukrainian defense personnel
• Appointment complements existing Ukrainian partnerships and drone testing programme
• Supports deployment of Overwatch in GPS-denied, jammed operational environments
• Part of broader push to convert technical validation into commercial agreements

Negative

• Arrangement is non-exclusive, limiting exclusive commercial control
• Company cannot disclose agent identity due to operational security constraints
• Engagements remain subject to export controls and compliance, potentially slowing deals

Non-exclusive agreement with Ukraine-based agent brings direct line of contact with active defense personnel; complements existing operational testing programme

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SPARC AI Inc. (the “Company”) (CSE: SPAI) (OTCQB: SPAIF) (Frankfurt: 5OV0) today announced the appointment of an on-ground referral agent operating within Ukraine to deepen the Company's commercial engagement with Ukrainian defense stakeholders. The appointment reflects SPARC AI's commitment to accelerating the deployment of its Overwatch GPS-denied navigation and target acquisition platform in the world's most actively contested battlefield environment.

The referral agent is based in-country and maintains established direct relationships with active Ukrainian defense personnel, providing SPARC AI with a level of access and on-the-ground intelligence that cannot be replicated through remote engagement. The appointment is structured as a non-exclusive arrangement and has been designed specifically to complement — not replace or disrupt — SPARC AI's existing Ukrainian partnerships and the Company's recently announced drone testing programme in Ukraine.

SPARC AI's Overwatch platform provides AI enabled position assurance and target acquisition capability in environments where GPS is denied, degraded, or actively jammed. Ukraine's operational theatre represents one of the most demanding real-world test environments for these capabilities globally, with GPS jamming and spoofing among the most pervasive electronic warfare challenges faced by Ukrainian forces.

The agent's remit is focused on identifying and facilitating introductions to Ukrainian defense procurement personnel and operational units evaluating autonomous systems technology for immediate deployment. It is expected the Agent will leverage their existing relationships in the local defense industry. All engagements introduced through this channel will be subject to SPARC AI's standard commercial processes, compliance frameworks, and applicable export control requirements.

The appointment is part of a broader expansion of SPARC AI's international commercial footprint as the Company moves to convert its technical validation work into active commercial agreements. SPARC AI will provide further updates as commercial engagements progress. The Company cannot provide identifiable details of the referral agent or specific defense contacts given the operational security sensitivities of the Ukrainian theatre.

About SPARC AI Inc.

SPARC AI is a defense technology company solving one of the most critical challenges in modern autonomous systems: accurate navigation and targeting when GPS is unavailable. The company's AI-powered platform transforms the low-cost inertial sensors already inside commercial drones into precision instruments without additional hardware, external signals, or complex integration. SPARC AI's software-only approach makes GPS-denied capability for target acquisition and navigation accessible at the price point and scale that modern drone operations demand, from single platforms to fleets of thousands.

For further information contact:

Anoosh Manzoori, Chief Executive Officer

SPARC AI Inc.

E-mail: anoosh@sparcai.net
Web : http://www.sparcai.co
Tel: (213) 459-3994

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FAQ

What did SPARC AI (SPAIF) announce on March 25, 2026 about Ukraine?

SPARC AI appointed an on-ground referral agent in Ukraine to deepen defense engagement. According to the company, the non-exclusive agent will identify introductions to procurement and operational units and complement existing partnerships and a drone testing programme.

How will the Ukraine referral agent affect SPARC AI's Overwatch deployment (SPAIF)?

The agent should accelerate introductions to potential users and evaluators of Overwatch. According to the company, the in-country relationships provide direct contact with active defense personnel to support operational testing and commercial discussions.

Is the Ukraine appointment exclusive for SPARC AI (SPAIF)?

No, the arrangement is explicitly non-exclusive and intended to complement current partners. According to the company, the structure is designed not to replace or disrupt existing Ukrainian partnerships and testing programmes.

Will SPARC AI (SPAIF) disclose the identity of the Ukraine referral agent?

No, the company will not provide identifiable details for security reasons. According to the company, operational security sensitivities in the Ukrainian theatre prevent disclosure of the agent or specific defense contacts.

What constraints apply to engagements introduced by the Ukraine agent for SPAIF?

All introductions are subject to the company's commercial processes, compliance frameworks, and export control rules. According to the company, any engagements will follow standard procedures and applicable export control requirements.

Does the Ukraine agent change SPARC AI's commercial strategy for SPAIF internationally?

The appointment forms part of a broader international commercial expansion to convert validation into contracts. According to the company, it aims to move technical validation toward active commercial agreements in demanding operational environments.