NEXT Biometrics Group ASA - Resignation of board observer

Oslo, 19 March 2026 – Board observer Steinar B. Hoen has informed NEXT Biometrics Group (the "Company") that he has decided to step down from his position as board observer. The Company wishes to thank Mr. Hoen for his efforts to the Company during his term on the board.

For more information, please contact: Ulf Ritsvall, Chief Executive Officer ulf.ritsvall@nextbiometrics.com Eirik Underthun, Chief Financial Officer eirik.underthun@nextbiometrics.com

This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

About NEXT Biometrics

NEXT Biometrics is a pioneer of high-security biometric authentication, enabling users to live simpler, safer lives.

NEXT Biometrics was founded on the belief that strong authentication and identification can be secure, seamless and cost effective for governments and businesses with Active Thermal® technology. More than 25 years later, NEXT has retained its Norwegian heritage and grown to serve customers globally. Today, our solutions are used by billions of users each year across 10+ national ID and local programs, 150.000+ POS terminals, 25+ laptop and tablet models from tier-1 OEMs, and physical and logical access control implementations. Through state-of-the-art technology, deep industry expertise and close collaboration with partners for seamless integration, Active Thermal® biometrics can make life simpler and safer for everyone. For more information, visit NEXT Biometrics, read our blog and follow us on LinkedIn. NEXT Biometrics is listed on Euronext (NEXT.OL).