Item 4 — Purpose of Transaction
The Reporting Persons acquired the rights described in Item 3 for investment purposes. Scott Kotarba was appointed to the Issuer's board of directors (the "Board") effective August 10, 2026. Mr. Kotarba serves on the Board in his personal capacity and not as a representative, nominee or designee of any Reporting Person. His appointment was not a condition of, and was not consideration for, the Purchase Agreement or any transaction contemplated by it. The Reporting Persons intend to review their investment in the Issuer on a continuing basis and may engage in discussions with the Issuer's management, the Board, other shareholders and other persons regarding the Issuer's business, operations and capital structure. Depending on various factors, including the Issuer's financial position and strategic direction, market conditions, and other investment opportunities, the Reporting Persons may take such actions as they deem appropriate, including exercising the Option in whole or in part, acquiring additional Shares, disposing of Shares, or changing their intention with respect to any of the matters referred to in subparagraphs (a) through (j) of Item 4. Except as set forth in this Item 4, the Reporting Persons have no present plans or proposals that relate to or would result in any of the matters set forth in subparagraphs (a) through (j) of Item 4 of Schedule 13D.