Addentax Group (ATXG) pursues Hong Kong AI-driven digital lending acquisition

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Addentax Group Corp. reported that it is in late-stage negotiations for a proposed acquisition of a Hong Kong–based, AI-enabled digital lending platform operating under Hong Kong’s licensed money lending framework. According to the target’s information, it serves over 30,000 customers annually with historical loan approvals exceeding HK$2 billion.

If completed, the deal would extend Addentax’s presence in Asia-Pacific digital finance by adding regulated lending operations, algorithm-based credit assessment tools, and digital origination capabilities. The platform also explores digital asset–related risk management approaches aligned with Hong Kong’s regulatory environment, which Addentax aims to leverage to develop compliant financial technology and expand its footprint in Hong Kong and the broader region.

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Addentax is exploring a strategic move into AI-driven, licensed digital lending in Hong Kong.

Addentax Group Corp. is negotiating a proposed acquisition of a Hong Kong–licensed online credit services provider founded in 2016. The target reportedly serves over 30,000 customers annually with historical loan approvals above HK$2 billion, focused on consumer and SME financing through technology-enabled channels.

The target operates under Hong Kong’s Money Lenders Ordinance and has developed an always-on loan application platform using algorithm-based credit assessment tools. These systems are designed to support risk evaluation, automated processing, and service efficiency, which could enhance Addentax’s capabilities in data-driven risk modeling and scalable digital service delivery if the transaction is completed.

The platform has also explored digital asset applications in lending-related risk management with reference to Hong Kong’s evolving regulatory environment. Addentax positions the proposed acquisition as part of its plan to expand in technology-enabled financial services and strengthen its operational footprint in Hong Kong and the wider Asia-Pacific digital finance sector, subject to completion and applicable regulatory considerations.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 8.01, 9.01

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Item 8.01 Other Events Other

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Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 11, 2026

Addentax Group Corp.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Nevada		001-41478		35-2521028
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

Kingkey 100, Block A, Room 4805, Luohu District, Shenzhen City, China		518000
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

+(86) 755 86961 405

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A

(Former Name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share		ATXG		Nasdaq Capital Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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Item 8.01 Other Events.

On February 11, 2026, Addentax Group Corp. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing a proposed strategic acquisition of the Hong Kong–based AI-enabled digital lending platform. The Company believes that, if completed, this acquisition would expand the Company’s presence in the Asia-Pacific digital finance sector by integrating Hong Kong–based licensed digital lending platform, AI-driven credit technologies, and digital asset-related initiatives. A copy of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

Exhibit No.
99.1		Press Release issued February 11, 2026
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	Addentax Group Corp.
Date: February 11, 2026	By:	/s/ Hong Zhida
		Hong Zhida
		Chief Executive Officer

Exhibit 99.1

Addentax Group Corp. Announces Proposed Acquisition of Leading Asian AI-Enabled Hong Kong–based Licensed Digital Lending Platform, with Over HK$2 Billion Annual Loan Volume

SHENZHEN, February 11, 2026 — Addentax Group Corp. (Nasdaq: ATXG) (“ATXG” or the “Company”) announced today that it has entered into late-stage negotiations regarding a proposed acquisition of a Hong Kong–based online credit services provider operating under a licensed money lending framework. The Company believes that, if completed, the transaction would expand ATXG’s presence in the Asia-Pacific digital finance sector by integrating regulated lending operations, AI-driven credit technologies, and digital asset–related innovation initiatives.

Founded in 2016, the Hong Kong–based licensed digital lending platform operates under Hong Kong’s Money Lenders Ordinance (Cap. 163). According to information provided by the Hong Kong–based licensed digital lending platform, it serves over 30,000 customers annually, with historical loan approvals exceeding HK$2 billion. The Hong Kong–based licensed digital lending platform’s operations include consumer and small-and-medium-sized enterprises financing solutions delivered through technology-enabled channels. Subject to completion of the proposed acquisition, ATXG would gain access to Hong Kong–based licensed digital lending platform, local operational expertise, and digital origination capabilities.

The Hong Kong–based licensed digital lending platform has developed a continuously operating loan application platform incorporating algorithm-based credit assessment tools designed to support risk evaluation, automated processing, and service efficiency. The integration of these systems, if completed, could strengthen ATXG’s broader financial technology capabilities, including data-driven risk modeling, customer segmentation, and scalable digital service delivery.

Additionally, the Hong Kong–based licensed digital lending platform has explored the potential role of digital assets within lending-related risk management. Based on information made available to ATXG, these initiatives include internal risk control approaches developed with reference to Hong Kong’s evolving regulatory environment. Subject to completion of the acquisition and applicable regulatory considerations, such capabilities may support the development of compliant digital asset–related financial applications.

The proposed acquisition aligns with ATXG’s objective of expanding its participation in technology-enabled financial services markets. If completed, ATXG intends to leverage the Hong Kong–based licensed digital lending platform’s licensing framework, infrastructure, and local market knowledge to enhance its operational footprint in Hong Kong and explore broader regional opportunities.

About Addentax Group Corp.

Addentax Group Corp. is an integrated service provider specializing in garment manufacturing and logistics services. For more information about the Company, please visit the website: https://www.addentax.com/.

Caution Concerning Forward Looking Statements

All statements other than statements of historical fact in this announcement are forward-looking statements in nature within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to consider risk factors, including those described in the Company’s filings with the SEC, that may affect the Company’s future results. All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company and its subsidiaries or persons acting on their behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these risk factors. The forward-looking events discussed in this press release and other statements made from time to time by us or our representatives, may not occur, and actual events and results may differ materially and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions about us. These forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to the Company and its current plans or expectations and are subject to a number of known and unknown uncertainties, risks and other important factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. These and other important factors are described in detail in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended March 31, 2025. Although we believe the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. We are not obligated to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of uncertainties and assumptions, the forward-looking events discussed in this press release and other statements made from time to time by us or our representatives might not occur.

Company Contact:

Public Relations Contact:

Addentax Group Corp.

Phone: + (86) 755 86961 405

yoongxin.chan@zgyingxi.com

Investor Relations Contact:

Sherry Zheng

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FAQ

What did Addentax Group Corp. (ATXG) disclose in its latest 8-K filing?

Addentax Group Corp. disclosed it is in late-stage negotiations for a proposed acquisition of a Hong Kong–based licensed digital lending platform. The move is intended to expand ATXG’s presence in Asia-Pacific digital finance and integrate AI-driven credit technologies and digital asset–related initiatives into its operations.

What business is Addentax (ATXG) aiming to acquire in Hong Kong?

Addentax is considering acquiring a Hong Kong–based online credit services provider operating under a licensed money lending framework. The platform focuses on consumer and small-and-medium-sized enterprise financing, delivered through technology-enabled channels and supported by algorithm-based credit assessment and automated loan processing systems.

How large is the Hong Kong digital lending platform mentioned by Addentax (ATXG)?

According to information provided to Addentax, the Hong Kong–based licensed digital lending platform serves over 30,000 customers annually. Its historical loan approvals exceed HK$2 billion, indicating a sizable lending operation in consumer and SME markets under Hong Kong’s Money Lenders Ordinance framework.

How does the proposed Hong Kong acquisition fit Addentax Group Corp.’s (ATXG) strategy?

The proposed acquisition aligns with Addentax’s objective of expanding participation in technology-enabled financial services. If completed, ATXG plans to leverage the target’s licensing framework, infrastructure, AI-powered credit tools, and local expertise to strengthen its digital finance capabilities in Hong Kong and explore broader regional opportunities.

What technologies does the Hong Kong lending platform bring to Addentax (ATXG) if acquired?

The platform offers a continuously operating loan application system with algorithm-based credit assessment tools that support risk evaluation, automated processing, and service efficiency. It also explores digital asset–related risk management approaches, referencing Hong Kong’s regulatory environment, which Addentax may integrate into its financial technology capabilities.

Is the Addentax (ATXG) Hong Kong digital lending acquisition finalized?

No, the transaction is described as a proposed acquisition under late-stage negotiations. Completion remains subject to final agreement and applicable regulatory considerations. Addentax explains that the benefits described, including expanded digital finance capabilities, would only be realized if the acquisition is successfully completed.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

4 documents

Press Releases

• EX-99.1 EX-99.1 14.4 KB

Other Documents

• EX-101 XBRL SCHEMA FILE 2.9 KB
• EX-101 XBRL LABEL FILE 33.4 KB
• EX-101 XBRL PRESENTATION FILE 21.8 KB