SINOHOPE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS LIMITED 新火科技控股有限公司 (Incorporated in the British Virgin Islands with limited liability) （於英屬處女群島註冊成立的有限公司） （Stock Code 股份代號：1611） NOTIFICATION LETTER 通知信函 Dear Registered Shareholders, 24 January 2025 Sinohope Technology Holdings Limited (the "Company") — Notice of publication of circular (the "Current Corporate Communication") The English and Chinese versions of the Company's Current Corporate Communications are now available on the Company's website at www.sinohope.com and the ...

香 港 交 易 及 結 算 所 有 限 公 司 及 香 港 聯 合 交 易 所 有 限 公 司 對 本 公 告 之 內 容 概 不 負 責，對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示概不就因本公告全部或 任何部份內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 SINOHOPE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS LIMITED 新 火 科 技 控 股 有 限 公 司 （ 於英屬處女群島註冊成立的有限公司） （股份代號：1611） 股東週年大會通告 茲通告新火科技控股有限公司（「本公司」）將於二零二五年二月十八日（ 星期二 ）上 午十時三十分假座香港中環皇后大道中100號7樓702 – 3室舉行股東週年大會（「股 東週年大會」），以處理下列事項： 普通決議案 – 1 – 1. 省覽及考慮截至二零二四年九月三十日止財政年度之本公司經審核綜合財務 報表及本公司董事（「董事」）與本公司核數師之報告。 2. 重選本公司下列董事： (1) 張麗女士為執行董事；及 (2) 葉偉明先生為獨立非執行董事。 3. 授權董事會釐定董事薪酬。 4. 續聘大華馬施雲會計師事務所有限公司為本公司核數師及授權董事會釐定其 ...

此 乃 要 件 請 即 處 理 閣下如對本通函任何方面或應採取之行動有任何疑問，應諮詢 閣下之股票經紀或其他註冊證券 商、銀行經理、律師、專業會計師或其他專業顧問。 閣下如已出售或轉讓名下所有新火科技控股有限公司之股份，應立即將本通函送交買主或承讓 人，或經手買賣或轉讓之銀行、股票經紀或其他代理商，以便轉交買主或承讓人。 香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本通函之內容概不負責，對其準確性或 完備性亦不發表任何聲明，且表明不會就本通函全部或任何部份內容而產生或因依賴該等內容而 引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 SINOHOPE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS LIMITED 新 火 科 技 控 股 有 限 公 司 （ 於英屬處女群島註冊成立的有限公司） （股份代號：1611） (1)建議授出發行股份及購回股份之一般授權； (2)建議重選退任董事； (3)續聘本公司核數師； 及 (4)股東週年大會通告 董事 會函 件載 於本 通函第 4至8頁 。新 火科 技控股 有限 公司 將於 二零 二五年 二月 十八 日（ 星 期二 ） 上午十時三十分假座香港中環皇后大道中100號7樓702 – 3室舉行 ...

Business Expansion and Acquisitions - SINOHOPE plans to acquire a majority stake in the Japanese cryptocurrency exchange BitTrade for over $33.23 million, aiming to expand its ecosystem and influence in the global cryptocurrency market[11]. - The acquisition will be settled by issuing up to 119,909,000 new shares, resulting in SINOHOPE indirectly holding 92.31% of BitTrade's shares[11]. - The company is in the process of acquiring a 7.69% stake in BitTrade for USD 2,769,435.22, which will make BitTrade an indirect subsidiary upon completion of the acquisition[37]. - A significant acquisition agreement was made for the purchase of shares in a British Virgin Islands company for a total consideration of $30,462,086.38 (approximately HKD 237,604,273.76)[36]. - The company entered into a conditional agreement to acquire BVI shares for USD 30,462,086.38 (approximately HKD 237,604,273.76)[187]. - The company also agreed to acquire approximately 7.69% of BitTrade shares for USD 2,769,435.22 (approximately HKD 21,601,594.72)[188]. Financial Performance - The company recorded total revenue from continuing operations of approximately HKD 1,569.4 million for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, a decrease of about 44.6% or HKD 1,264.2 million compared to HKD 2,833.6 million for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023[40]. - The gross profit for the fiscal year 2024 was approximately HKD 44.2 million, an increase of about 325.7% or HKD 33.8 million compared to HKD 10.4 million in fiscal year 2023[40]. - The company achieved a net profit of approximately HKD 56.3 million in fiscal year 2024, compared to a net loss of approximately HKD 288.7 million in fiscal year 2023[41]. - Revenue from asset management services increased significantly to approximately HKD 25.6 million in fiscal year 2024, a rise of about 495.3% or HKD 21.3 million from HKD 4.3 million in fiscal year 2023[45]. - The total assets under management reached approximately USD 99.1 million as of the report date, up from approximately USD 81.8 million as of March 31, 2024[45]. - Revenue from the technology solutions business was approximately HKD 6.8 million in fiscal year 2024, a decrease of about 32% from HKD 10 million in fiscal year 2023[42]. - The company recorded total revenue from cryptocurrency trading business of approximately HKD 1,520.3 million, with a cost of sales of about HKD 1,511.1 million, resulting in a gross profit of approximately HKD 9.2 million, compared to a gross loss of HKD 2.7 million in fiscal year 2023[49]. - Other income for fiscal year 2024 was approximately HKD 4.8 million, a substantial increase of about HKD 11.3 million from a net loss of HKD 6.2 million in fiscal year 2023, primarily due to gains from cryptocurrency price increases[53]. - Administrative expenses decreased significantly to approximately HKD 106.2 million in fiscal year 2024, down about HKD 80.6 million or 43.1% from approximately HKD 186.8 million in fiscal year 2023[54]. - Financing costs for fiscal year 2024 were approximately HKD 4.8 million, a reduction of about HKD 10.3 million or 68.4% from approximately HKD 15.1 million in fiscal year 2023[55]. - The group achieved a profit before tax of approximately HKD 56.4 million in fiscal year 2024, a turnaround from a loss of approximately HKD 282.2 million in fiscal year 2023[56]. - The net cash used in operating activities for fiscal year 2024 was approximately HKD 10.7 million, a decrease from approximately HKD 245.2 million in fiscal year 2023[62]. - The net cash used in investing activities for fiscal year 2024 was approximately HKD 21.9 million, compared to a net cash inflow of approximately HKD 11.5 million in fiscal year 2023[63]. - As of September 30, 2024, the group had no outstanding borrowings, a significant change from HKD 467.2 million in borrowings as of September 30, 2023[67]. - The group did not declare a final dividend for fiscal year 2024, consistent with the previous year[59]. - The company declared a dividend using reserves amounting to HKD 279,452,000, which includes accumulated losses of HKD 312,895,000 and other reserves of HKD 592,347,000[178]. Regulatory and Compliance - The company upgraded the "Hong Kong VASP Licensing Guardian Program" in September 2024, significantly improving the efficiency of the licensing application process for virtual asset service providers[10]. - The company plans to focus on compliance asset management and the development of innovative MPC one-stop custody products in the upcoming fiscal year[83]. - The company aims to expand its TCSP compliant custody services, integrating virtual asset custody and trading services into a single product offering[84]. - The company has implemented measures to manage foreign currency risks through natural hedging and forward foreign exchange contracts[77]. - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as its corporate governance policy and practices, ensuring compliance with the listing rules[105]. - The board is responsible for the overall leadership direction and monitoring of the group's strategic decisions and performance[106]. - The company has established three committees to assist in fulfilling its corporate governance responsibilities[105]. - The company ensures that the roles of chairman and CEO are held by different individuals to avoid power concentration[109]. - The board's composition is reviewed annually to ensure compliance with listing rules regarding independent directors[110]. - The company has adopted a code of conduct for directors' securities trading, ensuring compliance with the standards set out in the listing rules[128]. Corporate Governance - The company has purchased adequate insurance for all directors to cover potential liabilities arising from their duties[106]. - The company secretary, Ms. Peng, was appointed on August 30, 2024, bringing over 10 years of experience in corporate governance[101]. - The board regularly reviews corporate governance practices to meet stakeholder expectations and comply with regulatory requirements[104]. - The board is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance and business ethics, which are crucial for improving group performance[104]. - The board consists of six members, including one non-executive director, two executive directors, and three independent non-executive directors[108]. - The company has a diversity policy in place, aiming to maintain a balanced representation, with a target to sustain the current female representation ratio[112]. - As of the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, the company employed 86 staff members, with approximately 36% being female[117]. - The board held five meetings during the year to discuss major issues and review financial and operational performance[118]. - All independent non-executive directors have provided annual confirmations of their independence as required by listing rules[111]. - The board's diversity policy is reviewed annually by the nomination and corporate governance committee[112]. Market Environment and Trends - The external environment in 2024 is expected to be favorable for the global economy, with the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts and increased liquidity in financial markets[6]. - The cryptocurrency market's total market capitalization has surpassed $3.9 trillion, driven by supportive policies from the newly elected U.S. president[6]. - Hong Kong's introduction of Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs in 2024 is expected to boost confidence in traditional financial institutions and facilitate greater acceptance of crypto assets[7]. - Following the U.S. presidential election, Bitcoin surged past $100,000, with significant inflows into Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs[15]. - The Hong Kong government aims to position the city as a global digital asset hub, enhancing its role in the Web3.0 landscape[16]. - Since the introduction of the virtual asset trading platform licensing regime in June 2023, the crypto industry in Hong Kong has seen new opportunities for growth[16]. Technology and Innovation - The company launched the MPC wallet equality feature in February 2024, enhancing transparency and usability by allowing stakeholders to have true control over funds[10]. - In April 2024, SINOHOPE released a BTC Layer2 co-custody product, facilitating multi-party custodial management of Bitcoin ecosystem assets[10]. - SINOHOPE's MPC technology addresses single-point risks associated with private key management, enhancing security for clients[10]. - The company launched a one-stop public chain ecosystem solution, providing comprehensive blockchain technology and infrastructure support to numerous leading enterprises in the Web3 ecosystem[14]. - The company will continue to innovate core custody technologies, such as distributed key derivation and threshold signatures, to enhance security and operational transparency for clients[84]. Employee and Stakeholder Relations - The company is committed to providing career development opportunities for its employees, recognizing their knowledge and skills[174]. - The company has established good relationships with its raw material suppliers and aims to enhance customer service satisfaction[174]. - The company encourages shareholders to submit written proposals regarding the group's operations, strategies, or management at shareholder meetings[152]. - The company maintains effective communication with shareholders to enhance investor relations and understanding of the group's business and performance[161]. - The group has a commitment to timely and non-selective disclosure of information to enable informed investment decisions by shareholders and investors[161]. Risk Management - The company has established an internal audit function to maintain good corporate governance and internal control systems[146]. - The board believes that the risk management and internal control systems are effective and sufficient after considering various strengthening measures[146]. - The company has implemented measures to enhance internal monitoring procedures regarding related party transactions[147]. - The finance department will continue to independently execute internal audit functions, assessing all significant aspects including legal risks and compliance controls[146].

香 港 交 易 及 結 算 所 有 限 公 司 及 香 港 聯 合 交 易 所 有 限 公 司 對 本 公 告 之 內 容 概 不 負 責，對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示概不就因本公告全部或 任何部份內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 SINOHOPE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS LIMITED 新 火 科 技 控 股 有 限 公 司 （股份代號：1611） 進一步延遲寄發有關 （ 於英屬處女群島註冊成立的有限公司） (1)涉及根據特別授權發行代價股份的非常重大收購及關連交易 (2)建議更新購股權計劃項下的計劃授權限額 – 1 – 由於需要更多時間編製及落實載入通函的資料（ 如目標集團的財務資料 ），預期通 函的寄發日期將進一步延遲至二零二五年三月七日或之前。 承董事會命 新火科技控股有限公司 執行董事 (3)建議增加法定股本 及 (4)建議修訂組織章程大綱及細則的 通函 茲提述新火科技控股有限公司（「本公司」）日期為二零二四年八月十六日、二零二 四年九月六日、二零二四年九月二十四日、二零二四年十月二十二日、二零二四 年十一月二十二日、二零二四年十二月二十三日 ...

根 據 英 屬 處 女 群 島 協 議 及 BitTrade 協 議 ， 建 議 收 購 事 項 須 待 所 有 先 決 條 件 於 最 後 截 止 日 期（ 即 二 零 二四 年 十 二 月 三 十 一 日 或各 該 等 協 議 的 訂 約 方 可能 書 面 協 定 的 較後日期）或之前獲達成或豁免（ 如適用），方告完成。 香 港 交 易 及 結 算 所 有 限 公 司 及 香 港 聯 合 交 易 所 有 限 公 司 對 本 公 告 之 內 容 概 不 負 責，對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示概不就因本公告全部或 任何部份內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 SINOHOPE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS LIMITED 新 火 科 技 控 股 有 限 公 司 （ 於英屬處女群島註冊成立的有限公司） （股份代號：1611） 延長有關 非常重大收購及關連交易的 最後截止日期 茲提述新火科技控股有限公司（「本公司」）日期為二零二四年八月十六日（「非常重 大收購公告」）、二零二四年九月六日、二零二四年九月二十四日、二零二四年十 月 二 十 二 日、 二 零 二 四 年 ...

Acquisition and Transactions - The company has announced a further delay in the issuance of the circular regarding a very significant acquisition and related transactions, now expected to be sent by January 23, 2025[3] - The unaudited pro forma financial information of the expanded group is expected to be issued by December 23, 2024[7] Compliance - All directors have confirmed full compliance with the "Standard Code for Securities Transactions" for the year ending September 30, 2024, with no exceptions reported[4]

本職權範圍以英文編製，如中英文版有歧義，概以英文版為準。 SINOHOPE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS LIMITED 新 火 科 技 控 股 有 限 公 司 （ 於英屬處女群島註冊成立的有限公司） （股份代號：1611） （「本公司」） 審核委員會 職權範圍 1. 組織 本公司董事（「董事」）會（「董事會」）於二零一六年十月二十七日成立董事會轄 下審核委員會（「委員會」）。 2. 目標 委員會的主要工作目標是負責處理本公司與外聘核數師的關係、審閱本公司 的財務資料及監管本公司財務匯報制度及內部監控程序。委員會向董事會負 責。 – 1 – 3. 成員 3.1 委 員 會 由 三 名 非 執 行 董 事 組 成 ， 由 董 事 會 委 任 及 罷 免 ， 其 間 ， 如 有 委 員 會 委 員（「 委 員」）不 再 擔 任 董 事 職 務 ， 彼 將 自 動 失 去 委 員 資 格 ， 並 由 董 事 會 委 任 新 的 委 員 以 填 補 空 缺 ， 委 員 會 最 少 須 由 三 名 成 員 組 成 ， 其 中 至 少 要 有 一 名 是 如 香 港 聯 合 交 易 所 有 限 公 司（「 聯 ...

Financial Performance - For the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, the company reported total revenue from continuing operations of HKD 1,520,345, a decrease of 45.9% from HKD 2,810,576 in the previous year[2]. - The gross profit for the year was HKD 44,224, with a gross margin of 2.8%, reflecting a significant increase of 325.7% compared to the previous year's gross profit of HKD 10,389[2]. - The company achieved a profit before tax from continuing operations of HKD 56,379, compared to a loss of HKD 282,173 in the previous year, marking a turnaround of 120.0%[2]. - Basic earnings per share from continuing operations increased to HKD 11.66, a 113.2% improvement from a loss of HKD 88.29 per share in the previous year[2]. - The company reported a total comprehensive income of HKD 55,131, compared to a loss of HKD 266,766 in the previous year[14]. - The company reported a pre-tax profit of HKD 54,322,000 for the year 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 287,371,000 in 2023[51]. - The company recorded total revenue from continuing operations of approximately HKD 1,569.4 million for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, a decrease of about 44.6% or HKD 1,264.2 million compared to HKD 2,833.6 million for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023[133]. - Gross profit for the fiscal year 2024 was approximately HKD 44.2 million, an increase of about 325.7% or HKD 33.8 million compared to HKD 10.4 million in fiscal year 2023[133]. - The group recorded a net profit after tax of approximately HKD 56.3 million for fiscal year 2024, compared to a net loss of approximately HKD 277.3 million in 2023[157]. Cash Position and Equity - The net cash position improved to HKD 62,282, a 142.4% increase from a net cash position of HKD (147,044) in the previous year[2]. - Total equity increased by 31.9% to HKD 281,909, up from HKD 213,776 in the previous year[2]. - The total equity attributable to owners of the company was HKD 281,909 thousand in 2023, compared to HKD 206,350 thousand in 2024[18]. - As of September 30, 2024, the group has no outstanding borrowings, compared to HKD 467.2 million as of September 30, 2023, resulting in an asset-to-liability ratio of approximately zero, down from 218.5% in the previous year[166]. - The group reported cash and cash equivalents of HKD 62.3 million as of September 30, 2024, a significant improvement from a net cash position of HKD (147.0) million in the previous year[174]. Revenue Sources - Cryptocurrency trading revenue was HKD 1,520,345,000, down 46.0% from HKD 2,810,576,000 in the prior year[34]. - The technology solutions business generated revenue of approximately HKD 6.8 million in fiscal year 2024, a decrease of about 32% from HKD 10 million in fiscal year 2023[136]. - Asset management services generated revenue of approximately HKD 25.6 million in fiscal year 2024, a significant increase of about 495.3% or HKD 21.3 million compared to HKD 4.3 million in fiscal year 2023[139]. - The revenue from custody services for the fiscal year 2024 was approximately HKD 1.2 million, an increase of about HKD 0.1 million or 6.8% compared to HKD 1.1 million in 2023, driven by the rise in virtual asset prices[143]. - The revenue from cryptocurrency trading business in fiscal year 2024 was approximately HKD 1,520.3 million, with a cost of sales of approximately HKD 1,511.1 million, resulting in a gross profit of about HKD 9.2 million, compared to a gross loss of approximately HKD 2.7 million in 2023[145]. Liabilities and Financial Obligations - Non-current liabilities increased to HKD 110,238 thousand in 2023 from HKD 2,148 thousand in 2024[18]. - As of September 30, 2024, the company has total liabilities of HKD 173,526,000, a significant increase from HKD 12,549,000 in the previous year[76]. - The company recognized a credit loss provision of HKD 4,800,000, a decrease from HKD 5,450,000 in 2023[58]. - The company incurred a loss of HKD 11,412,000 from discontinued operations related to contract manufacturing[45]. Corporate Actions and Governance - The company changed its name from "New Huo Technology Holdings Limited" to "Sinohope Technology Holdings Limited" on September 13, 2023[113]. - The new stock abbreviation will change from "NEW HUO TECH" to "SINOHOPE TECH" effective October 16, 2023[114]. - The company issued 157,000,000 new shares at a subscription price of HKD 2.08 per share as part of two subscription agreements[111]. - The company did not purchase, redeem, or sell any of its listed securities during the fiscal year 2024[190]. - The audit committee has reviewed the accounting principles and practices adopted by the group, discussing audit and financial reporting matters[191]. Future Outlook and Strategic Plans - The company plans to expand its cryptocurrency trading business, which has shown significant growth potential[2]. - Future guidance indicates a cautious outlook, with expectations of continued volatility in the cryptocurrency market impacting revenue[2]. - The group plans to focus on compliance asset management, innovative development of one-stop custody products, and expansion of compliant virtual asset exchanges in 2025[182]. - By 2025, the group aims to introduce new virtual asset-related products for professional investors, including VA funds, Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, and structured VA products[183]. - The acquisition of BitTrade is expected to enhance the group's market position and facilitate expansion into the compliance business in Japan and other regions, strengthening its competitiveness in the cryptocurrency sector[185]. Legal Matters - The company is currently involved in three lawsuits related to online fraud in the UK, with potential liabilities amounting to approximately HKD 66,057,000[104][105][107]. - A lawsuit in the US seeks to recover approximately HKD 250,756,000 related to transactions with FTX Trading Limited[108].

香 港 交 易 及 結 算 所 有 限 公 司 及 香 港 聯 合 交 易 所 有 限 公 司 對 本 公 告 之 內 容 概 不 負 責，對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示概不就因本公告全部或 任何部份內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 SINOHOPE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS LIMITED 新 火 科 技 控 股 有 限 公 司 （ 於英屬處女群島註冊成立的有限公司） （股份代號：1611） 持續關連交易 資產管理服務框架協議II項下 二零二三年╱二四年年度上限超標及已修訂年度上限 茲 提 述 本 公 司 日 期 為 二 零 二 四 年 七 月 十 一 日 之 公 告（「 該 公 告」）， 內 容 有 關（ 其 中包 括 ）新 火資 產 管 理（ 本 公 司 間接 全 資附 屬 公司 ）與 杜 先生 訂 立 資產 管 理服 務 框 架 協 議 II ， 據 此 ， 新 火 資 產 管 理 將 向 現 有 基 金 II 及 其 他 基 金 提 供 資 產 管 理 服 務，其中杜先生及╱或其聯繫人已認購或將不時認購參與股份、有限合夥權益 或 其 他 權 益 ...