Pond Announces Issuance of Shares for Debt Settlement

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Pond Technologies Holdings Inc. announced the issuance of 1,086,428 common shares at C$0.10 per share to settle accrued interest of C$108,642.83 on a promissory note owed to Georgian Villas, controlled by a company director. This action aims to enhance the company's financial flexibility as they focus on sustainable revenue generation. The issuance is pending TSX Venture Exchange approval and will be subject to a four-month hold period. Pond Technologies is dedicated to transforming CO2 into valuable products and expanding its Biotech division.

Positive

• Issuing shares for debt reduces immediate cash burden.
• Company highlights commitment to sustainable revenue generation.
• Expansion into Biotech division may present growth opportunities.

Negative

• Reliance on equity financing could dilute existing shareholders' value.
• Settlement of debt through equity instead of cash may indicate liquidity issues.

MARKHAM, ON / ACCESSWIRE / December 20, 2022 / Pond Technologies Holdings Inc. ("Pond" or the "Company") (TSXV:POND)(OTCQB:PNDHF)(FSE:4O0), an ESG company addressing global sustainability challenges of wellness and climate change, announces that the Company has agreed to issue an aggregate of 1,086,428 common shares of the Company (the "Settlement Shares") at a price of C$0.10 per share in settlement of accrued interest payable totaling C$108,642.83.

Pursuant to the $1,988,500 principal amount Amended and Restated Promissory Note dated November 15, 2021 issued by the Corporation in favour of Georgian Villas Inc. (an entity controlled by a director of Pond, Mr. Robert McLeese) ("Georgian Villas") the Company owes Georgian Villas accrued interest thereon of $108,642.83 (representing interest accrued for the period from May 16, 2022 to November 15, 2022) and the Company and Georgian Villas wish to satisfy the payment of same through the issuance by the Company to Georgian Villas of 1,086,428 Settlement Shares, representing a deemed price per share of C$0.10.

The issuance of the Settlement Shares remains subject to the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange. The Settlement Shares will be subject to a statutory hold period which will expire in four months and one day from the date of issuance.

Grant Smith, President & CEO at Pond said: "With a focus on advancing sustainable revenue generation, Pond's ability to pay the accumulated interest in shares gives the company's balance sheet greater flexibility. This is significant for us as we move on with our commercial roadmap in 2023."

About Pond Technologies Holdings Inc.:

Located in Markham, Ontario, Pond Technologies has developed a proprietary system that can profitably transform CO2 into valuable algae-related products. Its Pond Carbon business focuses on absorbing greenhouse gas emissions, transforming these into food, feed, and nutraceutical ingredients. Pond recently added a Biotech division focused on the growth of unique strains of microalgae to be used as a reproductive medium for the expression of human antibodies and proteins.

For more information, please visit https://www.pondtech.com/.

Neither TSXV nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSXV) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.

For further information contact: Grant Smith, Chief Executive Officer, at info@pondtech.com, or 416-287-3835 ext. 201

SOURCE: Pond Technologies Holdings Inc.

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FAQ

What is the purpose of Pond Technologies' recent share issuance?

Pond Technologies issued shares to settle accrued interest on a promissory note, enhancing financial flexibility.

How many shares did Pond Technologies issue for debt settlement?

Pond Technologies issued 1,086,428 common shares for the debt settlement.

What is the price per share for the settlement issued by Pond Technologies?

The shares were issued at a price of C$0.10 each.

What is the significance of the promissory note mentioned in the press release?

The promissory note, totaling C$1,988,500, is owed to Georgian Villas and has accumulated interest of C$108,642.83.

When will the issued shares be available for trading?

The shares will be subject to a four-month hold period from the date of issuance.