Smart Digital Technology Group Limited (the “Company”) announced that, effective 27 November 2025, Mr. Sang Kangqiao has resigned as Executive Director, Co-Chairman of the Board, Chairman of the Nomination Committee, Chairman of the Investment Steering Committee, and member of both the Remuneration Committee and the Executive Committee. According to the announcement, Mr. Sang’s decision was prompted by other business engagements. Following his resignation, there is no disagreement with the Board nor any matters that require further attention by the Stock Exchange or the Company’s shareholders.

Mr. Sang’s departure leaves Mr. Jing Xufeng as the sole Chairman of the Board. Additionally, Mr. Jing has been appointed as an Authorised Representative under Rule 3.05 of the Listing Rules with effect from 27 November 2025. The announcement highlights Mr. Jing’s extensive background in news media, culture media, and investment management.

The statement also confirms that, upon Mr. Sang’s resignation, Ms. Wu Xiaoli has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Nomination Committee, Mr. Jing has become the Chairman of the Investment Steering Committee, and Mr. Hu Fanghui has been named a member of the Remuneration Committee. As of the announcement date, the Board consists of four Executive Directors—Mr. Jing (Chairman), Mr. Luo Lei, Ms. Wu Xiaoli, and Mr. Hu Fanghui—alongside three Independent Non-Executive Directors—Mr. Wu Hongliang, Mr. Niu Zhongjie, and Mr. Xu Zhihao.