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Quantum Cyber (QUCY) hires Quantum Drones president and appoints independent director

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Quantum Cyber N.V. reported leadership changes and a new executive employment agreement. Its subsidiary Quantum Drones Corporation entered into a 12‑month employment agreement with Peter O’Rourke, effective July 1, 2026, under which he will serve as President of Quantum Drones.

Mr. O’Rourke will receive a monthly base salary of $20,833.33, reduced for the remainder of 2026 to $16,666.67 per month to reflect $50,000 in director fees, and stock options to purchase up to 112,859 ordinary shares at $1.45 per share. If terminated without Cause, he is entitled to one month of continued base salary plus accrued obligations.

The company also appointed Louis Buffalino to its Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2026, to fill a vacancy. He will serve until the 2027 annual general meeting, sit on the Audit, Compensation, and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committees, and receive standard non‑employee director compensation. The Board determined he qualifies as an independent director under Nasdaq rules.

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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.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Base salary $20,833.33 per month Peter O’Rourke base salary under employment agreement
2026 adjusted salary $16,666.67 per month Reduced 2026 salary after $50,000 director fees
Director fees $50,000 Amount received or to be received for services as a director
Stock options granted 112,859 ordinary shares Options for Peter O’Rourke
Option exercise price $1.45 per share Exercise price for O’Rourke’s options
Severance duration 1 month base salary Severance if terminated without Cause
Initial employment term 12 months O’Rourke’s initial term starting July 6, 2026
Employment Agreement financial
"entered into, an executive employment agreement with Peter O’Rourke"
stock options financial
"shall be granted stock options to purchase up to 112,859 ordinary shares"
Stock options are agreements that give a person the right to buy or sell a company's stock at a specific price within a certain time frame. They are often used as a reward or incentive, similar to a coupon that can be used later if the stock price rises, allowing the holder to make a profit.
severance financial
"Quantum Drones shall provide Mr. O’Rourke with severance in the form of continuation"
Severance is the payment and benefits an employer provides to an employee when their job ends, acting like a short-term financial safety net or final paycheck plus extras such as healthcare continuation or stock vesting. Investors care because severance obligations are real costs and potential liabilities that can reduce cash, affect reported profits, and signal how a company handles leadership changes or downsizing, which can influence future performance and shareholder value.
independent director financial
"The Board has affirmatively determined that Mr. Buffalino qualifies as an independent director"
An independent director is a member of a company's board of directors who is not involved in the company's day-to-day operations and has no significant relationships with the company that could influence their judgment. Their role is to provide unbiased oversight and ensure the company is managed in the best interests of all shareholders. This helps build trust and confidence among investors by promoting transparency and accountability.
Audit Committee financial
"appointed to each of the Audit Committee, the Compensation Committee"
A company's audit committee is a small group of board members who act like independent inspectors for the firm's finances, overseeing how financial reports are prepared, monitoring internal controls, and managing the relationship with external auditors. Investors care because a strong audit committee reduces the risk of accounting errors, fraud, or misleading statements, making financial statements more trustworthy and helping protect shareholder value.
Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee financial
"and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee of the Board"
A nominating and corporate governance committee is a group within a company's board of directors responsible for selecting and recommending individuals to serve as company leaders, such as directors or executives. They also develop and oversee policies to ensure the company is run fairly, ethically, and transparently. This committee matters to investors because it helps ensure the company is well-managed and guided by qualified, responsible leadership.
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FAQ

What executive role was created at Quantum Cyber (QUCY) and who filled it?

Quantum Cyber’s subsidiary Quantum Drones Corporation created the President role and appointed Peter O’Rourke effective July 1, 2026. His appointment is governed by a 12‑month executive employment agreement that sets compensation, equity awards, and termination protections.

What are Peter O’Rourke’s compensation terms at Quantum Drones under QUCY?

Peter O’Rourke’s employment agreement provides a base salary of $20,833.33 per month, reduced to $16,666.67 per month for the rest of 2026 after accounting for $50,000 in director fees, plus stock options for 112,859 ordinary shares at $1.45 per share.

What severance protections does Peter O’Rourke have with Quantum Drones?

If Quantum Drones terminates Peter O’Rourke without Cause, he receives one month of continued base salary plus accrued obligations such as earned compensation, unreimbursed expenses, and accrued benefits. Termination for Good Reason entitles him to accrued obligations under the employment agreement.

Who is the new director added to Quantum Cyber’s (QUCY) Board?

Effective July 1, 2026, Quantum Cyber appointed Louis Buffalino as a director to fill a Board vacancy. He serves until the 2027 annual general meeting and has been designated an independent director under Nasdaq listing standards.

What Board committees will Louis Buffalino serve on at Quantum Cyber?

Louis Buffalino has been appointed to the Audit Committee, the Compensation Committee, and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. He will receive the company’s standard compensation package for non‑employee directors as previously described in Quantum Cyber’s proxy statement.

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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): July 1, 2026

 

Quantum Cyber N.V.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

 

The Netherlands   001-41010   N/A

(State or Other Jurisdiction

of Incorporation)

  (Commission File Number)  

(I.R.S. Employer

Identification No.)

 

1501 Belvedere Road Suite 500, West Palm Beach, FL 33406

(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)

 

+1 (561) 562-4111

(Registrants 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 (see General Instruction A.2. below):

 

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(s)   Name of Each Exchange On Which Registered
Ordinary Shares, nominal value €0.01 per share   QUCY   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).

 

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

 

Employment Agreement with Peter O’Rourke

 

On July 6, 2026 (the “Effective Date”), the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Quantum Cyber N.V.(the “Company”) approved, and Quantum Drones Corporation (“Quantum Drones”), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, entered into, an executive employment agreement with Peter O’Rourke (the “Employment Agreement”), effective as of July 1, 2026, pursuant to which Mr. O’Rourke shall serve as the President of Quantum Drones. The Employment Agreement provides for an initial term of twelve months commencing on the Effective Date, followed by six automatic renewal periods unless either party provides at least 21 days prior written notice of non-renewal pursuant to the terms of the Employment Agreement.

 

Pursuant to the Employment Agreement, Mr. O’Rourke will receive a monthly base salary of $20,833.33 (the “Base Salary”), less applicable taxes and withholdings and $50,000, which Mr. O’Rourke previously received or shall receive for services rendered as a director of the Company, as such, reducing Mr. O’Rourke’s Base Salary for the remainder of 2026 to $16,666.67 per month. Pursuant to the terms of the Employment Agreement, Quantum Drones shall review the Base Salary at least annually for merit, performance, and market competitiveness and following such review, Quantum Drones may increase the Base Salary in its discretion, taking into consideration Executive’s performance, responsibilities, and prevailing market compensation for similarly situated executives. The Employment Agreement further provides that Mr. O’Rourke shall be granted stock options to purchase up to 112,859 ordinary shares of the Company, at an exercise price of $1.45 per share.

 

In the event of termination by Mr. O’Rourke for Good Reason (each as defined in the Employment Agreement), Mr. O’Rourke will be entitled to receive: (i) accrued compensation through the termination date; (ii) unreimbursed expenses; and (iii) accrued benefits under Quantum Drones’ benefit plan (the “Accrued Obligations”). In the event of termination by Quantum Drones without Cause, Quantum Drones shall provide Mr. O’Rourke with severance in the form of continuation of his Base Salary for one month following the termination date, in addition to the Accrued Obligations.

  

The Employment Agreement also contains customary provisions relating to, among other things, confidentiality, non-competition, non-solicitation, non-interference and non-disparagement.

 

The foregoing description of the Employment Agreement does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by reference to the full text of the Employment Agreement, a copy of which is filed as Exhibit 10.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.

 

Appointment of Louis Buffalino

 

Effective as of July 1, 2026, to fill vacancy in the composition of the Board, the Board of the Company appointed Louis Buffalino to serve as a director until the annual general meeting of the Company to be held in 2027 or until Mr. Buffalino’s successor is duly elected and qualified, or his earlier death, resignation or removal. Mr. Buffalino has also been appointed to each of the Audit Committee, the Compensation Committee and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee of the Board. Mr. Buffalino will receive the Company’s standard compensation for non-employee directors, which is described in the Company’s Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 1, 2026. The Board has affirmatively determined that Mr. Buffalino qualifies as an independent director under the listing standards of the Nasdaq Stock Market.

 

Louis Buffalino has served as a director of the Board since July 2026. Prior to Mr. Buffalino’s service on the Board, Mr. Buffalino has served as Senior Vice President at Cushman & Wakefield, a global Real Estate Services firm, from September 2012 to 2024. From December 2019 to September 2024, Mr. Buffalino chaired the Nominating and Governance Committee and sat on the Audit and Compensation Committees of Blink Charging Inc. From August 2021 to September 2022, Mr. Buffalino served as a Board Member and Chief Operating Officer of CleanTech Acquisition. Mr. Buffalino received a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration & Humanities from Providence College.

 

There are no arrangements or understandings between Mr. Buffalino and any other person pursuant to which Mr. Buffalino was named a director of the Company. Mr. Buffalino does not have any direct or indirect material interest in any transaction or proposed transaction required to be reported under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

 

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 

Exhibit No.   Exhibit
10.1   Employment Agreement, dated July 6, 2026, by and between Quantum Drones Corporation and Peter O’Rourke
104   Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

 

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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.

 

  Quantum Cyber N.V.
     
  By: /s/ William Caragol
  Name: William Caragol
  Title: Chief Financial Officer
     
Dated: July 6, 2026    

 

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