Board member Michael Rowe resigns from Hyperion DeFi, Inc. (HYPD)

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Hyperion DeFi, Inc. reported a change in its leadership structure. On September 30, 2025, board member Michael Rowe submitted his resignation from the company’s Board of Directors. The filing does not provide additional context about his departure, but it means the board will continue its responsibilities without his participation going forward.

The report is signed by Interim Chief Executive Officer Hyunsu Jung, indicating that the company is already operating under interim executive leadership. This type of update focuses on corporate governance and informs shareholders about who is currently involved in the company’s oversight.

8-K Event Classification

Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

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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): September 30, 2025

HYPERION DEFI, INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

Delaware		001-38365		47-1178401
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

23461 South Pointe Drive, Suite 390, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

(Address of Principal Executive Offices, and Zip Code)

(833) 393-6684

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

¨ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

¨ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

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

(Title of each class)		(Trading Symbol)		(Name of each exchange on which registered)
Common stock, par value $0.0001 per share		HYPD		The Nasdaq Stock Market (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 (17 CFR §230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR §240.12b-2).

Emerging growth company ¨

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨

Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

(b) On September 30, 2025, Michael Rowe, a member of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Hyperion DeFi, Inc., submitted his resignation from the Board.

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.

	HYPERION DEFI, INC.
Date: October 2, 2025	/s/ Hyunsu Jung
	Hyunsu Jung
	Interim Chief Executive Officer

FAQ

What corporate change did Hyperion DeFi, Inc. (HYPD) report?

Hyperion DeFi, Inc. reported that Michael Rowe, a member of its Board of Directors, submitted his resignation from the Board on September 30, 2025.

When did Hyperion DeFi (HYPD) director Michael Rowe resign?

Director Michael Rowe submitted his resignation from the Board of Hyperion DeFi, Inc. on September 30, 2025.

Who signed the Hyperion DeFi, Inc. (HYPD) 8-K about the director resignation?

The 8-K related to the director resignation was signed by Hyunsu Jung, who is identified as the company’s Interim Chief Executive Officer.

What stock exchange lists Hyperion DeFi, Inc. (HYPD) common stock?

Hyperion DeFi, Inc.’s common stock, par value $0.0001 per share, is listed on The Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq Capital Market) under the trading symbol HYPD.

Does the Hyperion DeFi (HYPD) filing mention its status as an emerging growth company?

Yes. The filing includes a section asking whether Hyperion DeFi, Inc. is an emerging growth company as defined under SEC rules, indicating that this status is relevant to its reporting framework.

What event date does the Hyperion DeFi, Inc. (HYPD) 8-K cover?

The 8-K identifies September 30, 2025 as the Date of Report and earliest event reported, which corresponds to the resignation of director Michael Rowe.