Trident Secures $2.6M PIPE Financing for African Expansion; Chaince Securities Served as Placement Agent

SINGAPORE, Sept. 16, 2025 — Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd. (“Trident” or the “Company,” NASDAQ: TDTH), a Singapore-based company focused on digital transformation and Web 3.0, announced the completion of a roughly $2.6 million Private Investment in Public Equity (PIPE) financing before deducting offering expenses. The company plans to use the net proceeds primarily to expand and commercialize its DRC pass in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Chaince Securities LLC, a subsidiary of Nasdaq-listed Mercurity Fintech Holding Inc., served as the exclusive placement agent for the transaction, bringing its expertise in connecting digital assets with U.S. capital markets.

Trident emphasized the growing demand in Africa for secure, efficient, and inclusive financial solutions. The Company intends to leverage the speed and scalability of its Tridentity technology to accelerate the adoption of digital identity and promote financial inclusion throughout the continent.

“This financing not only validates our strategic direction but also provides the resources to strengthen our global presence in digital identity and EKYC,” said Soon Huat Lim, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Trident.

About Trident

Trident is a leading company accelerating digital transformation through technology optimization and Web 3.0 activation. Its primary product, Tridentity, is a blockchain-based identity platform that provides secure single-sign-on authentication across various industries. Trident aims to become a global leader in Web 3.0 enablement, connecting organizations to reliable and secure digital infrastructure with optimized user experiences, with a focus on Southern Africa and other high-growth markets.

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Investor & Media Contacts

Investor Relations
Robin Yang, Partner – ICR LLC
investor@tridentity.me | +1 (212) 321-0602

Media Relations
Brad Burgess, SVP – ICR LLC
brad.burgess@icrinc.com

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