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Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2025-04-17

Colin Yee Renewed as Riot Platforms' CFO

Riot Platforms, Inc. renewed the engagement of Mr. Colin Yee as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO) under an amended and restated professional services agreement, effective April 12, 2025. The agreement, known as the Amended Yee Agreement, renews Mr. Yee's role for an initial term of 36 months, with automatic renewals for successive 12-month periods unless terminated. The terms of the agreement are consistent with the previously disclosed Form of Amended and Restated Executive Employment Agreement, with additional provisions regarding severance payments in the event of termination.

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Riot Platforms Inc. RIOT · NASDAQ
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0001167419-25-000003
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0001167419
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High impactFinancial Services

Items reported

Item 5.02

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers

New CFO Appointed Executive Employment Agreement Severance Agreement

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About Riot Platforms Inc.

Riot Platforms Inc. is a company primarily engaged in cryptocurrency mining, a fundamental aspect of the evolving blockchain technology and digital asset ecosystem. By utilizing specialized hardware, Riot Platforms focuses on the mining of Bitcoin, the dominant cryptocurrency, contributing to the validation and processing of transactions within the Bitcoin network. The company plays a critical role in the blockchain industry, providing the necessary computational power to maintain network security and verify transactions. Riot Platforms Inc. capitalizes on technological advancements and strategic operational decisions to enhance mining efficiency, scalability, and energy sustainability. With an emphasis on alignment with regulatory developments and environmental considerations, the company actively pursues investments in renewable energy resources to power its operations. Operating within the fast-paced technology and financial sectors, Riot Platforms Inc. is instrumental in supporting the infrastructure of the cryptocurrency market. As a bellwether in the identity-heavy sphere of crypto mining, it highlights the growing intersection of digital assets and traditional financial industries, contributing to the broader acceptance of cryptocurrencies as a legitimate asset class. Founded in 2000 and based in the United States, the company continues to evolve in tandem with the rapid advancements of blockchain technologies.

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