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Major Apimeds (APUS) holders sign settlement, proxy and standstill deal

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

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Inscobee Inc. and Apimeds Inc., both based in Korea, report beneficial ownership of 2,099,747 and 4,316,618 Apimeds Pharmaceuticals US common shares, representing 16.7% and 34.3% of the class, respectively, based on 12,575,983 shares outstanding as of April 30, 2026.

The investors entered a Settlement Agreement, Side Letter and Forbearance Agreement resolving merger-related disputes, litigation and alleged events of default, and setting governance, voting, standstill and transfer restrictions. They granted an irrevocable proxy to two individuals to vote their shares on specified matters until certain NYSE listing and conversion events occur or July 30, 2026. After independent PCAOB-registered firms verified approximately 1,000 bitcoin connected to the merger, the investors state their prior concerns about these digital assets have been addressed.

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Large APUS holders settle merger disputes, accept proxy and standstill terms.

Inscobee Inc. and Apimeds Inc. report holdings of 2,099,747 and 4,316,618 shares, or 16.7% and 34.3% of Apimeds Pharmaceuticals US common stock, based on 12,575,983 shares outstanding as of April 30, 2026.

They have executed a Settlement Agreement, Side Letter and Forbearance Agreement covering governance, voting commitments, standstill provisions, transfer restrictions, and mutual releases, and granted an Irrevocable Proxy over their voting rights on certain matters. The proxy lasts until specified NYSE listing milestones or July 30, 2026.

The filing also notes that approximately 1,000 bitcoin connected to the merger were independently verified by two PCAOB-registered audit firms, and the investors say their earlier concerns about these digital assets have been addressed. Overall, this appears to normalize relations between key shareholders and the company, though future company filings will show how these arrangements operate in practice.

Inscobee stake 2,099,747 shares Beneficially owned; 16.7% of common stock
Apimeds Inc. stake 4,316,618 shares Beneficially owned; 34.3% of common stock
Shares outstanding 12,575,983 shares Common stock outstanding as of April 30, 2026
Bitcoin holdings approximately 1,000 bitcoin Verified by two PCAOB-registered firms in merger context
Inscobee ownership percentage 16.7% Percent of Apimeds common stock class
Apimeds Inc. ownership percentage 34.3% Percent of Apimeds common stock class
Proxy end date July 30, 2026 Outside date if NYSE-related conditions not met earlier
Irrevocable Proxy financial
"the Reporting Persons granted an irrevocable proxy (the "Irrevocable Proxy") to Dr. Vin Menon"
An irrevocable proxy is a legal authorization in which a shareholder gives another person or entity the permanent right to vote their shares and cannot later take that voting permission back. It matters to investors because it locks who controls voting power on key issues—like board elections, mergers, or major policy changes—so it can change corporate control and influence the value or direction of an investment much like handing someone an unchangeable voting card.
Settlement Agreement financial
"entered into a Settlement Agreement (the "Settlement Agreement"), as disclosed in the Issuer's Current Report"
A settlement agreement is a legally binding deal where two sides resolve a dispute—often a lawsuit—by agreeing on terms such as payments, actions, or changes in behavior instead of continuing the case to trial. For investors it matters because settlements can create immediate costs, limit future liabilities or risks, and change a company's cash flow, reputation, or ongoing obligations much like paying a negotiated bill to avoid a lengthy, uncertain fight.
Forbearance Agreement financial
"a Forbearance Agreement (the "Forbearance Agreement," and together with the Settlement Agreement"
A forbearance agreement is a temporary deal between a borrower and a lender where the lender agrees to delay or reduce payments instead of declaring a default; think of it as a pause button on a loan while both sides work out a longer-term fix. It matters to investors because it affects a company’s short-term cash flow and the likelihood of loan losses or restructuring, which can change credit risk and share value.
standstill provisions financial
"The Settlement Documents contain various agreements... including, without limitation: - governance... - standstill provisions;"
Standstill provisions are contract rules that pause or limit certain actions by shareholders, potential buyers or lenders — for example, stopping someone from increasing a stake, launching a takeover, or enforcing loan remedies for a set period. For investors, they matter because they can protect a company from sudden control moves or give breathing room to negotiate deals, but they can also lock in the current ownership mix or delay recovery on troubled loans, affecting value and exit options.
PCAOB-registered public accounting firm financial
"a Public Company Accounting Oversight Board-registered public accounting firm engaged in connection with the Merger"
Preferred Stock Conversion financial
"the completion of the Preferred Stock Conversion and Note Approval following such NYSE approval"





03771D102

(CUSIP Number)
You In Soo, CEO
Room 613, Digital-ro 130, 6F Geumcheon-gu
Seoul, M5, 08580
82-70-7600-7007

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
05/07/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).




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SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
(1) The percentage in Row 13 is based on 12,575,983 shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share (the "Common Stock"), of Apimeds Pharmaceuticals US, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Issuer") outstanding as of April 30, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in its Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on May 4, 2026 (the "Annual Report").


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
(1) The percentage in Row 13 is based on 12,575,983 shares of Common Stock outstanding as of April 30, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Annual Report.


SCHEDULE 13D


Inscobee Inc.
Signature:/s/ You In Soo
Name/Title:You In Soo, Chief Executive Officer
Date:05/07/2026
Apimeds Inc.
Signature:/s/ You In Soo
Name/Title:You In Soo, Chief Executive Officer
Date:05/07/2026

FAQ

How much of Apimeds Pharmaceuticals US (APUS) do Inscobee and Apimeds Inc. own?

Inscobee Inc. reports beneficial ownership of 2,099,747 Apimeds Pharmaceuticals US common shares, or 16.7% of the class. Apimeds Inc. reports 4,316,618 shares, representing 34.3%, based on 12,575,983 shares outstanding as of April 30, 2026.

What disputes are resolved by the new Settlement Agreement involving APUS?

The Settlement Agreement, Side Letter and Forbearance Agreement resolve disputes tied to the merger, support and voting agreements, and related transactions. They include dismissal of certain litigation, removal of alleged events of default, governance adjustments, voting arrangements, standstill provisions and releases of claims among the parties.

What is the irrevocable proxy granted by APUS’s large shareholders?

The reporting shareholders granted an Irrevocable Proxy to Dr. Vin Menon and Captain Sandeep Singh Yadav to vote their Apimeds shares on specified matters. It is coupled with an interest and intended to remain effective until certain NYSE listing and conversion milestones, or until July 30, 2026.

What governance and lock-up terms affect APUS shares under the settlement?

The settlement documents include governance arrangements for the board, voting commitments or restrictions, standstill provisions, transfer restrictions and lock-up provisions, plus releases and waivers of claims. They also modify, supersede or terminate prior agreements such as the Support & Lock-Up Agreement and Voting Agreements.

Do the APUS reporting persons still plan activist actions after this amendment?

Following the settlement, the reporting persons say prior actions and potential plans regarding litigation, director removal and other extraordinary actions have been resolved or modified. They currently intend to act in line with the settlement documents but reserve the right to review their investment and act as they deem appropriate.