FLINT TECHNOLOGIES, INC. AIRPODS PRO 3 GIVEAWAY — OFFICIAL RULES

1.1 Definitions and Interpretation

For purposes of these Official Rules, the following terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them herein: "Affiliate" means any entity that directly or indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with the Sponsor, where "control" means the ownership of, or the power to vote, more than fifty percent (50%) of the outstanding shares of voting stock or other ownership interests of such entity. "Applicable Law" means all applicable federal, state, local, and foreign laws, statutes, regulations, ordinances, rules, orders, decrees, judgments, injunctions, permits, approvals, authorizations, licenses, and similar requirements applicable to the Promotion. "Business Day" means any day other than a Saturday, Sunday, or public holiday in the State of Delaware. "Confidential Information" means any non-public information disclosed by or on behalf of the Sponsor in connection with the Promotion, including but not limited to trade secrets, proprietary data, algorithms, technical specifications, and business strategies. "Entry" means a valid submission by an Entrant in accordance with Section 4 of these Official Rules. "Promotion Materials" means all advertisements, promotional content, social media posts, emails, websites, landing pages, and other materials created by or on behalf of the Sponsor in connection with the Promotion. "Winner" means the Entrant selected through the drawing process described in Section 6 of these Official Rules who satisfies all eligibility requirements and completes all prize claim procedures.

"Intellectual Property" means all patents, patent applications, trademarks, service marks, trade names, trade dress, copyrights, moral rights, trade secrets, know-how, inventions, discoveries, improvements, processes, formulae, techniques, data, software, documentation, and all other intellectual property rights, whether registered or unregistered, and including all applications and registrations therefor. "Personal Information" means any information that identifies, relates to, describes, is reasonably capable of being associated with, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with a particular Entrant, including but not limited to name, email address, postal address, telephone number, date of birth, Social Security Number, payment information, account credentials, IP address, device identifiers, and browsing history. "Released Parties" has the meaning ascribed to such term in Section 9 of these Official Rules. "Promotion Entities" has the meaning ascribed to such term in Section 2 of these Official Rules.

1.2 Scope and Applicability

These Official Rules apply to all aspects of the Promotion, including but not limited to entry, eligibility, prize selection, prize fulfillment, publicity, and dispute resolution. These Official Rules are binding on all Entrants from the moment of entry and shall remain in effect until all obligations of the parties hereunder have been fully performed or until these Official Rules are terminated in accordance with their terms, whichever occurs later. Certain provisions of these Official Rules, including but not limited to the limitation of liability, indemnification, arbitration, class action waiver, and governing law provisions, are intended to survive the termination or expiration of the Promotion and shall remain in full force and effect indefinitely or for the period specified therein, whichever is applicable.

1.3 Relationship of the Parties

Nothing in these Official Rules shall be construed to create any agency, partnership, joint venture, employment, or fiduciary relationship between the Sponsor and any Entrant. No Entrant shall have the authority to bind the Sponsor or make any representations or warranties on behalf of the Sponsor. The relationship between the Sponsor and each Entrant is that of independent parties. Each Entrant is solely responsible for his or her own actions and omissions in connection with the Promotion and shall not be considered an agent, employee, partner, or representative of the Sponsor for any purpose.

2.1 Age Verification and Identity Confirmation

The Sponsor reserves the right to request age verification documentation from any Entrant at any time during or after the Promotion Period. Acceptable forms of age verification include, but are not limited to, a valid government-issued photo identification card (such as a driver's license, state-issued identification card, or passport), a birth certificate, or other official documentation establishing the Entrant's date of birth. If the Sponsor requests age verification documentation and the Entrant fails to provide such documentation within five (5) business days of the request, the Entrant's entry shall be void and the Entrant shall be disqualified from the Promotion. The Sponsor shall have no obligation to notify the Entrant of the reason for disqualification beyond a general statement that the Entrant failed to meet the eligibility requirements. The Sponsor may utilize third-party age verification services to confirm the age and identity of Entrants, and each Entrant consents to the use of such services in connection with the Promotion.

2.2 Geographic Eligibility and Jurisdictional Restrictions

This Promotion is open only to Entrants physically located within the territorial boundaries of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia at the time of entry. Entrants who are located outside of the United States at the time of entry, including United States citizens and residents temporarily abroad, are not eligible to participate. The Sponsor makes no representation that the Promotion is appropriate, available, or legal in any jurisdiction outside the United States, and accessing the Promotion from territories where its content is illegal is prohibited. Entrants who access the Promotion from outside the United States do so at their own risk and are responsible for compliance with applicable local laws. The Sponsor reserves the right to exclude entries from any state, territory, or jurisdiction where the Promotion cannot be conducted in compliance with applicable law. United States military personnel stationed overseas are eligible to participate provided they maintain a permanent legal residence in one of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia.

2.3 Capacity and Authority to Enter

By entering the Promotion, each Entrant represents and warrants that he or she: (a) has the legal capacity and authority to enter into these Official Rules and to perform his or her obligations hereunder; (b) is not subject to any legal disability, restriction, or prohibition that would prevent or limit his or her participation in the Promotion; (c) has not been convicted of any felony or crime involving fraud, dishonesty, or moral turpitude; (d) is not currently the subject of any government investigation or enforcement action; (e) has provided accurate and complete information in connection with his or her entry; and (f) will comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and these Official Rules in connection with his or her participation in the Promotion. Any breach of these representations and warranties shall constitute grounds for immediate disqualification.

2.4 Employee and Contractor Exclusions

For purposes of clarifying the employee exclusion set forth in this Section 2, the following categories of individuals are considered ineligible: (a) all full-time, part-time, temporary, seasonal, and contract employees of the Sponsor and its Affiliates; (b) independent contractors, consultants, freelancers, and advisors who have performed services for the Sponsor or its Affiliates within the twelve (12) months preceding the start of the Promotion Period; (c) interns, externs, and volunteers who have served the Sponsor or its Affiliates within the twelve (12) months preceding the start of the Promotion Period; (d) members of the Sponsor's board of directors, advisory board, and any equity holders owning more than one percent (1%) of the Sponsor's outstanding equity; and (e) any individual who has participated in the development, planning, administration, or execution of the Promotion in any capacity. The Sponsor reserves the right to expand or modify this list of exclusions at any time in its sole discretion.

3.1 Entry Window and Processing

Entries will be accepted only during the Promotion Period as defined above. The Sponsor will process entries on a rolling basis throughout the Promotion Period, but reserves the right to batch-process entries at intervals determined at its sole discretion. The Sponsor does not guarantee real-time processing of entries and shall not be liable for any delay in the processing of entries. Entries that are received by the Sponsor's systems after the close of the Promotion Period, regardless of when they were submitted by the Entrant, shall be deemed ineligible. The Sponsor's systems shall be the sole arbiter of whether an entry was received within the Promotion Period. The Sponsor employs industry-standard time synchronization protocols (including NTP) to ensure the accuracy of its timekeeping systems, but shall not be liable for minor discrepancies in time measurement.

3.2 Time Zone Considerations and Daylight Saving Time

All times referenced in these Official Rules are in Eastern Time (ET), which includes Eastern Standard Time (EST) during standard time and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) during daylight saving time. In the event that the Promotion Period spans a daylight saving time transition, the applicable Eastern Time designation (EST or EDT) shall apply automatically based on the prevailing time convention in the Eastern time zone on the relevant date. Entrants in other time zones are responsible for calculating the applicable entry deadlines in their local time zone. The Sponsor shall not be responsible for entries that are submitted late due to an Entrant's failure to account for time zone differences or daylight saving time transitions.

3.3 Promotion Calendar and Key Dates

The following calendar sets forth the key dates and deadlines applicable to the Promotion: (a) Promotion Start Date: March 20, 2026, 12:00:00 AM ET; (b) Promotion End Date: May 1, 2026, 11:59:59 PM ET; (c) Winner Drawing Date: On or about May 8, 2026; (d) Winner Notification Deadline: Within five (5) business days following the drawing; (e) Winner Response Deadline: Seven (7) calendar days from the date of notification; (f) Prize Delivery Target: Within four to six (4-6) weeks following winner verification; (g) Winner List Availability: Within thirty (30) days following winner verification; (h) Official Rules Availability Period: Through June 30, 2026. All dates are approximate and subject to modification by the Sponsor in its sole discretion. The Sponsor shall make reasonable efforts to adhere to the foregoing timeline but shall not be liable for deviations therefrom.

4.1 Subscription Activation and Verification

For purposes of this Promotion, a Subscription shall be deemed "activated" at the time the Sponsor's payment processor confirms successful processing of the initial subscription payment. The Sponsor reserves the right to verify the activation status of all Subscriptions entered in connection with the Promotion. In the event that a payment is subsequently reversed, charged back, disputed, or otherwise fails to settle, the associated entry shall be deemed void and the Entrant shall be disqualified. The Sponsor shall have no obligation to notify the Entrant of such disqualification. Entrants are responsible for ensuring that their payment information is accurate and current, and that sufficient funds or credit are available to process the Subscription payment. The Sponsor accepts payment via credit card, debit card, and such other payment methods as may be available on the Sponsor's website at the time of subscription.

4.2 Subscription Renewal and Continuity Requirements

Entrants who subscribe to the Flint Basic plan in connection with this Promotion acknowledge and agree that the Subscription will automatically renew on a monthly basis at the then-current subscription rate unless cancelled by the Entrant in accordance with the Sponsor's Terms of Service. The automatic renewal of the Subscription is a feature of the Subscription itself and is not a condition of or requirement for participation in the Promotion, except that the Subscription must remain active through the date of the winner drawing for the associated entry to remain valid. Entrants may cancel their Subscription at any time in accordance with the Terms of Service, but cancellation prior to the winner drawing will result in the voiding of the associated Promotion entry. The Sponsor will provide Entrants with cancellation instructions upon request and in accordance with applicable consumer protection laws, including but not limited to the Restore Online Shoppers' Confidence Act (ROSCA) and applicable state automatic renewal laws.

4.3 Subscription Refund Policy in Connection with the Promotion

Entrants who subscribe to the Flint Basic plan during the Promotion Period are subject to the Sponsor's standard refund policy as set forth in the Terms of Service. The Sponsor does not offer refunds solely on the basis that an Entrant did not win the Promotion. The Subscription provides access to features and services that have value independent of the Promotion, and the Entrant's decision to subscribe is a voluntary election to access those features and services. In the event that the Sponsor, in its sole discretion, issues a refund of any Subscription payment associated with a Promotion entry, the associated entry shall be automatically voided. The Sponsor reserves the right to modify its refund policy at any time in its sole discretion, subject to applicable law.

4.4 Entry Limitations and Anti-Fraud Provisions

Any attempt by any Entrant to obtain more than the stated number of entries by using multiple identities, email addresses, accounts, registrations, or any other methods will void that Entrant's entries and that Entrant may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Sponsor. Use of any automated entry system, script, macro, bot, or other mechanical or electronic means to enter is prohibited and will result in disqualification. All entries become the exclusive property of the Sponsor and will not be returned or acknowledged. The Sponsor is not responsible for entries that are lost, late, misdirected, garbled, incomplete, illegible, unintelligible, or that fail to be received due to technical difficulties, network failures, hardware or software malfunctions, or any other cause beyond the Sponsor's reasonable control. Proof of submission does not constitute proof of receipt by the Sponsor.

The Sponsor employs sophisticated fraud detection and prevention systems to monitor entry activity and identify potentially fraudulent or suspicious entries. These systems may analyze, among other things, IP addresses, device fingerprints, browsing patterns, account creation timestamps, payment method characteristics, geolocation data, behavioral analytics, velocity checks, and other data points to detect anomalous or suspicious behavior. The Sponsor reserves the right to disqualify any Entrant whose entry activity is determined by the Sponsor, in its sole discretion, to be fraudulent, suspicious, or otherwise inconsistent with legitimate participation in the Promotion. The Sponsor's determination of fraudulent or suspicious activity shall be final and binding, and the Sponsor shall have no obligation to disclose the specific basis for such determination.

4.5 Account Security and Entrant Responsibilities

Each Entrant is solely responsible for maintaining the security and confidentiality of his or her account credentials, including but not limited to usernames, passwords, and any two-factor authentication mechanisms associated with the Entrant's Flint account or email account. The Sponsor shall not be liable for any unauthorized access to an Entrant's account resulting from the Entrant's failure to maintain adequate security measures. In the event that an Entrant becomes aware of any unauthorized access to his or her account, the Entrant should promptly notify the Sponsor at support@flint-investing.com. The Sponsor reserves the right to suspend or terminate any account that the Sponsor believes, in its sole discretion, has been compromised or is being used for unauthorized purposes. Entrants are responsible for ensuring that their contact information, including email addresses and mailing addresses, is accurate and current throughout the Promotion Period and for a reasonable period thereafter.

4.6 Technical Requirements for Entry

To enter the Promotion via the Subscription method, Entrants must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-enabled device with a compatible web browser. The Sponsor's website is designed to be compatible with the current and immediately preceding major versions of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, and Microsoft Edge web browsers. The Sponsor does not guarantee compatibility with other web browsers, browser extensions, or modified browser configurations. Entrants are responsible for obtaining and maintaining, at their own expense, all hardware, software, internet access, and other equipment necessary to access the Sponsor's website and submit an entry. The Sponsor shall not be responsible for any incompatibility between the Entrant's device, software, or internet connection and the Sponsor's website or entry systems.

5.1 Prize Condition, Specifications, and Manufacturer Warranty

The prize will be a new, unopened unit in original manufacturer packaging. The specific color, configuration, and model variant of the prize shall be determined by the Sponsor in its sole discretion based on product availability at the time of fulfillment. The Sponsor does not guarantee the availability of any particular color, configuration, or model variant. The prize includes only the items contained in the manufacturer's standard retail packaging and does not include any additional accessories, extended warranties, AppleCare+ coverage, or other add-on products or services unless expressly stated in these Official Rules. The prize is subject to Apple Inc.'s standard limited warranty, the terms of which are available on Apple's website. The Sponsor is not a party to and assumes no responsibility for the manufacturer's warranty. Any warranty claims must be directed to Apple Inc. in accordance with its warranty terms and procedures. The Sponsor does not provide technical support, maintenance, repair services, or replacement parts for the prize.

5.2 Prize Delivery, Logistics, and Shipping

The prize will be shipped to the confirmed winner at the mailing address provided by the winner during the prize claim process via a reputable commercial carrier selected by the Sponsor (e.g., USPS, UPS, FedEx). The Sponsor will make reasonable efforts to ensure timely delivery but does not guarantee any specific delivery date. The Sponsor shall not be liable for delays in delivery caused by the carrier, weather conditions, customs processing (if applicable), natural disasters, pandemic-related disruptions, labor disputes, or other circumstances beyond the Sponsor's reasonable control. The risk of loss or damage to the prize shall pass from the Sponsor to the winner at the time the prize is tendered to the carrier for delivery. The Sponsor shall not be responsible for prizes that are lost, stolen, damaged, or destroyed during or after delivery. The Sponsor will provide the winner with tracking information upon shipment. If the prize is returned to the Sponsor as undeliverable, the Sponsor may, in its sole discretion, attempt to reship the prize or forfeit the prize and select an alternate winner.

5.3 Prize Restrictions, Limitations, and Conditions of Acceptance

The winner acknowledges and agrees that the prize is subject to the following restrictions and limitations: (a) the prize may not be resold, auctioned, bartered, or exchanged for cash or other consideration within six (6) months of receipt; (b) the prize may not be used for any commercial purpose without the prior written consent of the Sponsor; (c) the prize is subject to all applicable manufacturer's terms, conditions, and restrictions; (d) the Sponsor assumes no responsibility for and shall not be liable for any claims, damages, or losses arising from the winner's use or misuse of the prize; (e) the winner assumes all risks associated with the ownership, possession, and use of the prize; (f) the prize may not be transferred to any person on any government sanctions list or restricted party list; and (g) the winner agrees to use the prize in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Sponsor reserves the right to require the winner to sign a prize acceptance agreement incorporating the foregoing restrictions as a condition of receiving the prize.

6.1 Randomization Methodology and Drawing Integrity

The Sponsor is committed to ensuring the fairness and integrity of the winner selection process. The randomization methodology will employ a CSPRNG seeded with entropy from hardware random number generators, system timing data, and other sources of cryptographic randomness. The Sponsor may, at its sole discretion, engage a third-party auditor, certified public accountant, or independent sweepstakes administrator to oversee the drawing process and certify the results. The Sponsor will maintain comprehensive records of the drawing process, including the total number of eligible entries, the specific randomization algorithm and parameters used, the seed value (if applicable), the identity of the selected winner, and the names of all persons present during the drawing, for a period of not less than four (4) years following the conclusion of the Promotion or such longer period as may be required by applicable law.

6.2 Alternate Winner Selection and Successive Drawings

In the event that the initially selected potential winner is determined to be ineligible, declines the prize, fails to respond to the notification within the required timeframe, or is otherwise disqualified pursuant to these Official Rules, the Sponsor may, in its sole discretion, conduct an additional random drawing from the remaining eligible entries to select an alternate potential winner. Up to three (3) alternate drawings may be conducted, with each successive drawing following the same procedures as the initial drawing. If, after three (3) alternate drawings, no eligible winner has been identified and confirmed, the prize may go unawarded at the Sponsor's sole discretion. The Sponsor shall have no obligation to award the prize if no eligible winner can be identified. Each alternate drawing shall be conducted within five (5) business days of the disqualification or forfeiture of the previously selected potential winner.

6.3 Dispute Resolution in Winner Selection

In the event that a dispute arises regarding the identity of an Entrant, the entry will be deemed to have been submitted by the authorized account holder of the email address submitted at the time of entry. The "authorized account holder" is defined as the natural person who is assigned to an email address by an internet service provider, online service provider, or other organization that is responsible for assigning email addresses for the domain associated with the submitted email address. A potential winner may be required to provide identification sufficient to demonstrate that he or she is the authorized account holder of the email address associated with the winning entry. In the event of a dispute regarding whether an entry was timely submitted, the Sponsor's server logs shall be the definitive record of entry receipt time. The Sponsor's determination of any dispute arising in connection with the winner selection process shall be final and binding on all parties.

7.1 Required Documentation and Winner Verification

The potential winner must provide the following documentation as part of the prize acceptance and verification process: (a) a signed and notarized (where required by applicable law) Affidavit of Eligibility confirming that the winner meets all eligibility requirements set forth in Section 2 of these Official Rules; (b) a signed Liability Release releasing the Released Parties from all claims, demands, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising from participation in the Promotion, acceptance of the prize, and use or misuse of the prize; (c) where permitted by law, a signed Publicity Release consenting to the use of the winner's name, likeness, and biographical information for promotional purposes as described in Section 17 of these Official Rules; (d) a legible photocopy or digital scan of a valid, unexpired government-issued photo identification card (such as a driver's license, state identification card, passport, or military identification) for identity verification; (e) a completed IRS Form W-9 or equivalent tax documentation, including the winner's Social Security Number or Taxpayer Identification Number; (f) the winner's complete mailing address for prize delivery, including street address, apartment or unit number (if applicable), city, state, and ZIP code; and (g) any additional documentation reasonably requested by the Sponsor to verify eligibility, identity, or compliance with applicable law or these Official Rules. All documentation must be received by the Sponsor within the timeframe specified in the notification communication.

7.2 Prize Acceptance and Acknowledgment

By accepting the prize, the winner acknowledges and agrees to the following: (a) the winner has read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Official Rules; (b) the winner meets all eligibility requirements set forth in Section 2; (c) the winner assumes all responsibility for federal, state, and local taxes associated with the prize; (d) the winner releases the Released Parties from all liability arising from the Promotion and the prize; (e) the winner consents to the use of his or her name and likeness for promotional purposes as described herein; (f) the winner assumes all risks associated with the ownership, possession, and use of the prize; and (g) the winner agrees to indemnify the Released Parties from any third-party claims arising from the winner's acceptance or use of the prize. The Sponsor may require the winner to execute a separate prize acceptance agreement incorporating the foregoing acknowledgments and such additional terms as the Sponsor may reasonably require.

8.1 State-Specific Tax Obligations and Withholding

Winners should be aware that certain states impose additional tax obligations on prize recipients, including but not limited to state income tax withholding requirements, state-specific reporting obligations, and sales or use tax liabilities. For example, certain states may require the Sponsor to withhold state income tax from the value of the prize before delivery. The tax treatment of prizes may vary significantly depending on the winner's state of residence, filing status, total annual income, and individual tax circumstances. The Sponsor is not a tax advisor and cannot provide guidance on the specific tax consequences applicable to any individual winner. Winners are solely responsible for determining and fulfilling all applicable tax obligations in their jurisdiction of residence. The Sponsor reserves the right to withhold applicable taxes from the prize value or to require the winner to pay applicable taxes as a condition of receiving the prize, to the extent required by applicable law. Failure to provide requested tax documentation within the specified timeframe shall result in forfeiture of the prize.

8.2 International Tax Considerations

Although this Promotion is limited to residents of the United States, the winner acknowledges that the receipt of the prize may have tax implications under the laws of jurisdictions other than the United States, including but not limited to any jurisdiction in which the winner may be considered a tax resident, domiciliary, or citizen. The Sponsor assumes no responsibility for any tax obligations that may arise under the laws of any jurisdiction other than the United States. The winner is solely responsible for determining and fulfilling any such obligations, including but not limited to reporting requirements, withholding obligations, and payment of any applicable taxes, duties, or levies. The Sponsor strongly recommends that the winner consult with a qualified tax advisor to understand the full tax implications of receiving the prize.

9.1 Indemnification Obligations of Entrants

Each Entrant agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from and against any and all third-party claims, actions, demands, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees, expert fees, and court costs) arising out of or relating to: (a) the Entrant's participation or attempted participation in the Promotion; (b) the Entrant's breach of any representation, warranty, or obligation under these Official Rules; (c) the Entrant's violation of any applicable law, rule, or regulation in connection with the Promotion; (d) any negligent, reckless, or intentionally wrongful act or omission of the Entrant; or (e) any User Content submitted by the Entrant. This indemnification obligation shall survive the termination or expiration of the Promotion and shall remain in full force and effect for a period of three (3) years following the conclusion of the Promotion Period or for such longer period as may be required by applicable law.

9.2 Assumption of Risk and Voluntary Participation Waiver

By entering the Promotion, each Entrant knowingly and voluntarily assumes all risks associated with participation in the Promotion and acceptance of any prize, including but not limited to the risk of personal injury, property damage, financial loss, identity theft, data breach, and any other harm that may arise from or in connection with the Promotion. Each Entrant acknowledges that participation in the Promotion involves the transmission of personal information over the internet, which carries inherent risks including the risk of interception by unauthorized third parties, data corruption, system failure, and service interruption. The Sponsor employs commercially reasonable security measures to protect Entrants' personal information but cannot guarantee the security of data transmitted over the internet or stored on its systems. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, EACH ENTRANT WAIVES ANY AND ALL CLAIMS AGAINST THE RELEASED PARTIES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE RISKS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION. Each Entrant further acknowledges that he or she has had the opportunity to consult with legal counsel prior to entering the Promotion and that his or her decision to enter the Promotion is made freely, voluntarily, and without duress or coercion of any kind.

9.3 Limitation on Damages, Remedies, and Equitable Relief

In no event shall any Entrant be entitled to receive any award of attorneys' fees, expert fees, or costs in connection with any claim or dispute arising from or relating to the Promotion or these Official Rules. Each Entrant expressly waives any right to seek or obtain injunctive or other equitable relief against the Sponsor, including but not limited to any order requiring the Sponsor to continue, modify, or suspend the Promotion, to award a prize, or to take or refrain from taking any particular action in connection with the Promotion. Each Entrant's sole and exclusive remedy for any claim arising from or relating to the Promotion shall be limited to the return of the Entrant's actual out-of-pocket expenses incurred in connection with the entry, not to exceed Twenty-Five Dollars ($25.00). This limitation of remedies is separate from and in addition to the limitation of liability set forth in Section 9 above. The foregoing limitations shall apply to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, and in the event that any limitation is found to be unenforceable, such limitation shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to render it enforceable.

9.4 Disclaimer of Warranties and Representations

THE PROMOTION, THE SPONSOR'S WEBSITE, AND ALL PROMOTION-RELATED MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE SPONSOR DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, AVAILABILITY, COMPATIBILITY, SECURITY, AND COMPLETENESS. THE SPONSOR DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE PROMOTION WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, SECURE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS. THE SPONSOR DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE RESULTS OBTAINED FROM PARTICIPATION IN THE PROMOTION WILL BE ACCURATE OR RELIABLE. NO ADVICE OR INFORMATION, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, OBTAINED BY AN ENTRANT FROM THE SPONSOR OR THROUGH THE PROMOTION SHALL CREATE ANY WARRANTY NOT EXPRESSLY STATED IN THESE OFFICIAL RULES.

9.5 Limitation Period for Claims and Time-Barred Actions

Any claim, action, suit, or proceeding arising out of or relating to the Promotion or these Official Rules must be commenced within one (1) year after the date on which the claim first accrued, regardless of when the claimant became aware of the facts giving rise to the claim. Any claim not commenced within this one-year period shall be permanently and irrevocably time-barred and waived. This limitation period applies to all claims, regardless of whether the claim sounds in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, warranty, statute, or any other legal theory. The one-year limitation period shall not be tolled, suspended, extended, or otherwise modified for any reason, including but not limited to the filing of a complaint with a regulatory agency, the pendency of any investigation or enforcement action, or the inability of the claimant to identify the Sponsor or its representatives, except to the minimum extent required by mandatory applicable law in the Entrant's jurisdiction of residence that cannot be waived by agreement. Each Entrant acknowledges that this limitation period is reasonable and has been agreed to as part of the consideration for participation in the Promotion.

9.6 Exclusive Venue and Forum Selection

Any action, suit, or proceeding arising out of or relating to the Promotion or these Official Rules that is not subject to arbitration under Section 16 shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in New Castle County, Delaware. Each Entrant irrevocably and unconditionally: (a) consents and submits to the personal jurisdiction of such courts; (b) waives any objection to the laying of venue in such courts; (c) waives any claim that any such action, suit, or proceeding has been brought in an inconvenient forum; and (d) agrees not to commence any action, suit, or proceeding relating to the Promotion or these Official Rules except in such courts. Process in any such action, suit, or proceeding may be served on any party by sending a copy thereof by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, or by any other means of service permitted by law, to the address provided by such party in connection with the Promotion. Each Entrant agrees that a final judgment in any such action, suit, or proceeding shall be conclusive and may be enforced in other jurisdictions by suit on the judgment or in any other manner provided by law.

9A.1 Mediation as Alternative Dispute Resolution

In lieu of or in addition to the negotiation process described above, the Sponsor and any Entrant may mutually agree to submit their dispute to non-binding mediation administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Commercial Mediation Procedures. The costs of mediation shall be shared equally by the parties unless the mediator determines that a different allocation is more equitable. The mediation shall take place in Wilmington, Delaware, or at such other location as the parties may mutually agree, or by videoconference if the parties agree to a remote format. The mediator shall be a neutral third party with experience in consumer protection law and promotional sweepstakes disputes. Any settlement reached through mediation shall be documented in a written settlement agreement signed by both parties and shall be enforceable as a contract. If mediation does not result in a settlement within sixty (60) days of the commencement of mediation, either party may proceed to binding arbitration under Section 16. Mediation communications shall be confidential and shall not be admissible in any subsequent arbitration or legal proceeding, except to the extent necessary to enforce a mediated settlement agreement.

9A.2 Escalation Procedures and Internal Review

Prior to initiating any formal dispute resolution process, including negotiation, mediation, or arbitration, each Entrant agrees to exhaust the Sponsor's internal dispute resolution process. The Entrant should first contact the Sponsor's customer support team at support@flint-investing.com with a detailed description of the complaint or dispute. The customer support team will review the matter and provide a response within five (5) business days. If the Entrant is not satisfied with the customer support team's response, the Entrant may escalate the matter to the Sponsor's dispute resolution officer by sending an email to support@flint-investing.com with the subject line "Dispute Escalation — AirPods Pro 3 Giveaway." The dispute resolution officer will review the matter and provide a final determination within ten (10) business days. Only after the internal dispute resolution process has been exhausted may the Entrant initiate the negotiation, mediation, or arbitration procedures described in this Section 9A and Section 16.

9E.1 Securities Law Compliance and Regulatory Disclosures

The Sponsor's platform facilitates the execution of trades on connected brokerage accounts at the direction of the user. The Sponsor does not execute trades itself and is not a registered broker-dealer under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or under any state securities law. The Sponsor does not custody customer funds or securities and does not have possession or control of customer assets. All trades executed through the Sponsor's platform are executed by the user's connected brokerage account provider in accordance with that provider's terms, conditions, and regulatory obligations. The Sponsor is not a member of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) and does not provide SIPC or FDIC insurance coverage. Any SIPC, FDIC, or other insurance coverage applicable to an Entrant's brokerage or bank accounts is provided by the relevant financial institution, not by the Sponsor. Entrants should review their financial institution's disclosures regarding applicable insurance coverage.

This Promotion and the Subscription offered in connection herewith are not securities, investment contracts, or financial instruments of any kind, and participation in the Promotion or subscription to the Sponsor's services does not constitute an investment in the Sponsor or an offer of securities by the Sponsor. The Sponsor has not registered these Official Rules or any associated promotional materials with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), any state securities regulator, or any other regulatory body, and no such registration is required. Nothing in these Official Rules or any Promotion-related materials constitutes an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security, commodity, or other financial instrument.

9E.2 Money Transmission and Payment Services Compliance

The Sponsor does not engage in money transmission activities and is not required to be licensed as a money transmitter under federal or state law. The Sponsor utilizes third-party payment processors to process subscription payments in connection with the Promotion. All payment processing is conducted by the Sponsor's designated payment processor in accordance with applicable law, including the Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA), Regulation E (12 C.F.R. Part 1005), the Truth in Lending Act (TILA), Regulation Z (12 C.F.R. Part 1026), and applicable state money transmission laws. The Sponsor's payment processor is responsible for the security of payment card data in accordance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). The Sponsor does not store, process, or transmit payment card data on its own systems. Entrants who have questions or concerns regarding payment processing should contact the Sponsor at support@flint-investing.com, and the Sponsor will coordinate with its payment processor to address the inquiry.

11.1 Network Security, Technical Integrity, and System Monitoring

The Sponsor maintains commercially reasonable network security measures including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption protocols, access controls, and regular vulnerability testing. No security system is impenetrable, and the Sponsor does not guarantee prevention of all unauthorized access. By entering, each Entrant acknowledges and agrees that the Sponsor may monitor, record, and analyze Entrant activity for fraud prevention, quality assurance, and compliance purposes.

12.1 State-Specific Regulatory Disclosures and Registration Exemptions

Certain states require specific disclosures in connection with promotional sweepstakes. The following disclosures are provided in accordance with applicable state law: For residents of the State of New York: A copy of these Official Rules may be obtained by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to Flint Technologies, Inc. at support@flint-investing.com. For residents of the State of Florida: Registration and bonding are not required as total prize value is under $5,000. For residents of Rhode Island: Registration is not required as this Promotion is not conducted in connection with a retail establishment. For residents of all other states: This Promotion is conducted in compliance with applicable general promotion law.

The following additional state-specific disclosures are provided for informational purposes and in compliance with applicable state consumer protection statutes: For residents of the State of California: Pursuant to California Penal Code Section 320.5 and California Business and Professions Code Section 17539, this Promotion does not constitute a lottery, as no consideration is required for entry. The Sponsor has ensured that the Promotion complies with California's prohibition on requiring purchase as a condition of entry and California's requirements regarding the disclosure of odds, prize descriptions, and sponsor information. For residents of the State of Texas: Pursuant to Texas Business and Commerce Code Chapter 621 and Texas Penal Code Section 47.01, this Promotion is not a lottery, gambling promotion, or illegal game of chance. The Promotion is structured as a lawful sweepstakes that does not require consideration for entry. For residents of the State of Illinois: This Promotion is conducted in compliance with the Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act (815 ILCS 505/) and the Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act (815 ILCS 510/). For residents of the State of Maryland: The value of the prize offered in this Promotion does not exceed the threshold requiring registration under Maryland Commercial Law Article, Title 13, Subtitle 3. For residents of the State of Vermont: This Promotion is conducted in compliance with the Vermont Consumer Protection Act (9 V.S.A. Chapter 63) and does not constitute a prohibited lottery or gaming activity.

12.2 Federal Regulatory Framework and FTC Compliance

The Sponsor has designed this Promotion in accordance with applicable guidance issued by the Federal Trade Commission, including but not limited to: (a) the FTC's policy statement on deception, which defines a deceptive act or practice as a representation, omission, or practice that is likely to mislead consumers acting reasonably under the circumstances and is material to consumers' decision-making; (b) the FTC's policy statement on unfairness, which defines an unfair practice as one that causes or is likely to cause substantial injury to consumers that is not reasonably avoidable by consumers and not outweighed by countervailing benefits to consumers or competition; (c) the FTC's Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising (16 C.F.R. Part 255), which require that endorsements reflect the honest opinions, findings, beliefs, or experience of the endorser; and (d) the FTC's Dot Com Disclosures guidance, which provides principles for ensuring that disclosures in online advertising are clear and conspicuous. The Sponsor represents that all promotional materials associated with this Promotion have been reviewed for compliance with the foregoing standards and that no claim made in connection with this Promotion is false, misleading, deceptive, or unsubstantiated.

In addition to the foregoing, the Sponsor has implemented the following compliance measures in connection with this Promotion: (a) all promotional materials clearly identify the Sponsor by name; (b) all promotional materials accurately describe the prize, its approximate retail value, and any material terms and conditions; (c) the odds of winning are disclosed or noted to depend on the number of eligible entries received; (d) the method of winner selection is clearly disclosed; (e) the Promotion Period is clearly defined with specific start and end dates; (f) the eligibility requirements are clearly stated; (g) the Sponsor's contact information is provided for consumer inquiries; and (h) these Official Rules are made available to all potential Entrants prior to and during the Promotion Period at flint-investing.com/giveaway-rules. The Sponsor believes that the foregoing measures are consistent with the FTC's expectations for lawful promotional sweepstakes and demonstrate the Sponsor's commitment to fair dealing and consumer protection.

12.3 State Attorney General Compliance and Cooperation

The Sponsor acknowledges the authority of state attorneys general to investigate and prosecute violations of state consumer protection laws, including laws governing promotional sweepstakes, contests, and giveaways. The Sponsor commits to cooperating fully and promptly with any investigation or inquiry by any state attorney general regarding this Promotion, including but not limited to providing access to records, documents, and personnel as reasonably requested. The Sponsor has structured this Promotion with the intent to comply with the consumer protection laws of all fifty (50) states and the District of Columbia and believes in good faith that the Promotion as described in these Official Rules is lawful in all jurisdictions in which it is offered. In the event that the Sponsor becomes aware that any aspect of the Promotion may not comply with the law of any particular state, the Sponsor reserves the right to modify the Promotion or exclude residents of that state from participation, as the Sponsor deems appropriate in its sole discretion.

12.4 Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Considerations

To the extent that the Sponsor's products and services, including the Flint Basic Subscription, are subject to the oversight of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) or similar state financial regulatory agencies, the Sponsor represents that this Promotion has been designed to comply with applicable consumer financial protection laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Truth in Lending Act (TILA), the Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA), and the Consumer Financial Protection Act of 2010 (Title X of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act). The Promotion does not constitute an offer of credit, a solicitation of credit, or a financial advisory service. The Subscription offered in connection with this Promotion provides access to financial technology tools and information services and is not itself a financial product or service subject to CFPB regulation. The Sponsor makes no representations regarding the suitability of any financial product, service, or strategy and encourages all Entrants to consult with qualified financial professionals before making investment decisions.

12.5 International Trade and Sanctions Compliance

The Sponsor is committed to compliance with all applicable United States export control laws, trade sanctions, and anti-money laundering regulations, including but not limited to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), the Trading with the Enemy Act (TWEA), regulations administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) administered by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, and the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). By entering the Promotion, each Entrant represents and warrants that he or she: (a) is not a person or entity on any U.S. government sanctions list, including the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List), the Sectoral Sanctions Identification List, the Foreign Sanctions Evaders List, or any other list of prohibited or restricted parties maintained by OFAC or any other U.S. government agency; (b) is not owned or controlled by, or acting on behalf of, any such person or entity; (c) is not located in, organized under the laws of, or ordinarily resident in any country or territory that is the subject of comprehensive U.S. economic sanctions (currently including Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and the Crimea, Donetsk, and Luhansk regions of Ukraine); and (d) will not use the prize in violation of any applicable trade sanctions or export control laws. The Sponsor reserves the right to verify the identity and sanctions status of any Entrant and to disqualify any Entrant who the Sponsor determines, in its sole discretion, is subject to applicable sanctions or export controls.

12.6 Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Compliance

The Sponsor conducts all business activities, including this Promotion, in compliance with applicable anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws, including the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), the UK Bribery Act 2010, and other applicable anti-corruption laws and regulations. By entering the Promotion, each Entrant represents and warrants that he or she has not and will not, directly or indirectly, offer, promise, give, authorize, solicit, or accept any bribe, kickback, or other corrupt payment in connection with the Promotion. The prize offered in this Promotion is awarded solely on the basis of random chance and is not conditioned upon, and shall not be used as a means of, improperly influencing any business decision, government action, or other official act. Any Entrant who is found to have engaged in bribery, corruption, or other improper conduct in connection with the Promotion shall be disqualified and may be referred to appropriate law enforcement authorities.

12B.1 Dispute Resolution Timelines, Deadlines, and Procedural Requirements

The following timelines apply to the resolution of disputes arising under these Official Rules: (a) Internal Dispute Resolution: Customer support response within five (5) business days of receipt; escalation response within ten (10) business days of escalation; total internal resolution period not to exceed thirty (30) calendar days from initial submission. (b) Negotiation Period: Thirty (30) calendar days from receipt of Notice of Dispute, commencing after exhaustion of internal dispute resolution. (c) Mediation Period: If elected by both parties, sixty (60) calendar days from commencement of mediation, commencing after expiration of negotiation period. (d) Arbitration Filing Deadline: Demand for arbitration must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days of the expiration of the negotiation period (or mediation period, if mediation was elected). (e) Arbitration Hearing: The arbitrator shall schedule the arbitration hearing within sixty (60) calendar days of the filing of the demand for arbitration. (f) Arbitration Award: The arbitrator shall issue the arbitration award within thirty (30) calendar days of the conclusion of the arbitration hearing. All of the foregoing timelines are subject to extension by mutual agreement of the parties or by order of the arbitrator for good cause shown. Failure by an Entrant to comply with any applicable timeline may result in the deemed withdrawal of the dispute and the waiver of the Entrant's right to further pursue the matter. The Sponsor shall maintain detailed records of all dispute resolution proceedings for a period of not less than four (4) years following the conclusion of the Promotion.

12B.2 Costs, Fees, and Financial Obligations in Dispute Resolution

The allocation of costs and fees associated with dispute resolution shall be as follows: (a) Internal Dispute Resolution: No costs or fees shall be charged to the Entrant for participation in the Sponsor's internal dispute resolution process. (b) Negotiation: Each party shall bear its own costs associated with negotiation. (c) Mediation: The costs of the mediator and any mediation administration fees shall be shared equally by the parties, unless the mediator determines that a different allocation is more equitable. Each party shall bear its own attorneys' fees and costs associated with mediation. (d) Arbitration: The filing fees and arbitrator's fees for arbitration shall be allocated in accordance with the AAA's Consumer Arbitration Rules. If the Entrant demonstrates that the costs of arbitration would be prohibitive compared to the costs of litigation, the Sponsor will pay as much of the filing and arbitrator's fees as the arbitrator deems necessary to prevent the arbitration from being cost-prohibitive for the Entrant, subject to the arbitrator's discretion and the AAA's applicable fee schedules. Each party shall bear its own attorneys' fees unless the arbitrator determines that a party's claim or defense was frivolous, in which case the arbitrator may award reasonable attorneys' fees to the prevailing party. (e) Judgment Confirmation: The costs of confirming an arbitration award in a court of competent jurisdiction shall be borne by the party seeking confirmation, unless the court orders otherwise. The foregoing cost allocation is intended to ensure that the dispute resolution process is accessible to Entrants while also deterring frivolous claims and promoting the efficient use of dispute resolution resources.

12F.1 Securities Law Compliance and Regulatory Disclosures

The Sponsor's platform facilitates the execution of trades on connected brokerage accounts at the direction of the user. The Sponsor does not execute trades itself and is not a registered broker-dealer under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or under any state securities law. The Sponsor does not custody customer funds or securities and does not have possession or control of customer assets. All trades executed through the Sponsor's platform are executed by the user's connected brokerage account provider in accordance with that provider's terms, conditions, and regulatory obligations. The Sponsor is not a member of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) and does not provide SIPC or FDIC insurance coverage. This Promotion and the Subscription offered in connection herewith are not securities, investment contracts, or financial instruments of any kind, and participation in the Promotion or subscription to the Sponsor's services does not constitute an investment in the Sponsor or an offer of securities by the Sponsor. The Sponsor has not registered these Official Rules or any associated promotional materials with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), any state securities regulator, or any other regulatory body, and no such registration is required.

12F.2 Money Transmission, Payment Services, and Financial Regulation Compliance

The Sponsor does not engage in money transmission activities and is not required to be licensed as a money transmitter under federal or state law. The Sponsor utilizes third-party payment processors to process subscription payments in connection with the Promotion. All payment processing is conducted by the Sponsor's designated payment processor in accordance with applicable law, including the Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA), Regulation E (12 C.F.R. Part 1005), the Truth in Lending Act (TILA), Regulation Z (12 C.F.R. Part 1026), and applicable state money transmission laws. The Sponsor's payment processor is responsible for the security of payment card data in accordance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). The Sponsor does not store, process, or transmit payment card data on its own systems. Entrants who have questions or concerns regarding payment processing should contact the Sponsor at support@flint-investing.com.

13.1 Regulatory Compliance Provisions and Free Entry Method

In furtherance of the Sponsor's commitment to compliance with applicable federal and state consumer protection regulations, including but not limited to the requirements promulgated under various state promotional gaming statutes, unfair trade practices acts, and consumer fraud prevention laws, the Sponsor hereby incorporates the following supplementary regulatory disclosure into these Official Rules. This subsection is provided in accordance with the Sponsor's obligations under applicable law and is subject to all other terms, conditions, limitations, and restrictions set forth in these Official Rules. Notwithstanding any other provision of these Official Rules, and in addition to the subscription-based entry method described in Section 4 above, eligible individuals may, during the Promotion Period as defined in Section 3 above, submit one (1) entry into the Promotion without making any purchase, payment, or providing any form of monetary consideration, by completing the following process in its entirety: (a) the Entrant must first create a free Flint account at flint-investing.com by navigating to the Sponsor's website, selecting the free account registration option, and completing the standard account creation process including provision of a valid email address and acceptance of the Sponsor's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy — no paid subscription, upgrade, or payment of any kind is required to complete this step; and (b) after successfully creating and verifying a free Flint account, the Entrant must transmit an electronic mail message to giveaway@flint-investing.com bearing the subject line "AirPods Giveaway Entry" and containing in the body of such message the following information: (i) the Entrant's full legal name as it appears on a government-issued identification document; (ii) the electronic mail address associated with the Entrant's free Flint account for verification and cross-referencing purposes; (iii) the Entrant's complete date of birth in MM/DD/YYYY format for age verification purposes; and (iv) the Entrant's Flint account username or registered email address to enable the Sponsor to verify completion of step (a). Both steps must be completed during the Promotion Period for the entry to be deemed valid and eligible. The free Flint account must remain active and in good standing at the time of the drawing for the entry to remain eligible. Entries submitted pursuant to this provision shall be accorded the same weight, probability, and chance of selection as entries submitted pursuant to the subscription-based entry method described in Section 4. This provision is limited to one (1) entry per natural person per unique electronic mail address per free Flint account. The creation of multiple free accounts by a single individual for the purpose of obtaining additional entries is prohibited and shall result in disqualification. The Sponsor assumes no responsibility for electronic mail messages that are lost, delayed, misdirected, filtered, or otherwise fail to reach the designated recipient address. Proof of transmission does not constitute proof of receipt. This disclosure is made in compliance with applicable law.

13.2 Post-Modification Procedures and Notice Requirements

In the event that the Sponsor modifies, suspends, or terminates the Promotion pursuant to this Section 13, the Sponsor will make reasonable efforts to provide notice through: (a) posting updated Official Rules at flint-investing.com/giveaway-rules; (b) email notification to Entrants; (c) social media notice; or (d) such other means as deemed appropriate. The Sponsor shall not be liable for any Entrant's failure to receive or review any such notice.

13.3 Effect of Termination on Entries and Rights

In the event of termination prior to the scheduled end of the Promotion Period, the Sponsor may: (a) select a winner from eligible entries received prior to termination; (b) extend and resume the Promotion; or (c) cancel entirely without selecting a winner. In no event will the Sponsor award more prizes than stated herein. All provisions of these Official Rules that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to limitation of liability, indemnification, arbitration, and governing law provisions.

14.1 User-Generated Content and License Grant

To the extent that any Entrant creates or submits any content in connection with the Promotion (collectively, "User Content"), the Entrant hereby grants to the Sponsor a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, transferable, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, display, and otherwise exploit such User Content in any media for any purpose without additional compensation. The Entrant represents and warrants ownership of all rights in the User Content and full authority to grant this license.

14.2 Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Provisions

The Sponsor respects the intellectual property rights of third parties and expects Entrants to do the same. If you believe that any User Content or Promotion-related material infringes your copyright, you may submit a notification pursuant to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 512) to the Sponsor at support@flint-investing.com. Your notification must include: (a) identification of the copyrighted work; (b) identification of the infringing material; (c) your contact information; (d) a statement of good faith belief; (e) a statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury; and (f) your physical or electronic signature.

14.3 Trade Secret Protection and Confidential Business Information

The Sponsor's proprietary technology, algorithms, business methods, customer data, financial information, marketing strategies, product roadmaps, and other confidential business information (collectively, "Trade Secrets") constitute valuable trade secrets of the Sponsor protected under the Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016 (18 U.S.C. §§ 1831-1839), the Uniform Trade Secrets Act as adopted by applicable states, and common law trade secret protections. By entering the Promotion, each Entrant acknowledges the existence of the Sponsor's Trade Secrets and agrees not to misappropriate, disclose, copy, use, or reverse-engineer any Trade Secrets that may become known to the Entrant in connection with the Promotion or through use of the Sponsor's website or services. This obligation shall survive the conclusion of the Promotion and shall remain in effect indefinitely or for the maximum period permitted by applicable law. Any breach of this obligation may result in irreparable harm to the Sponsor for which monetary damages would be an inadequate remedy, and the Sponsor shall be entitled to seek injunctive relief, specific performance, or other equitable remedies in addition to any other remedies available at law or in equity.

14.4 Open Source Software Notices and Third-Party Attributions

The Sponsor's website and related technology systems may incorporate open source software components that are subject to various open source licenses, including but not limited to the MIT License, the Apache License 2.0, the GNU General Public License (GPL), the GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL), the BSD License, and the Mozilla Public License. The use of open source software components in connection with the Promotion does not affect the Sponsor's intellectual property rights in its proprietary technology or in the Promotion itself. To the extent that any open source license requires the disclosure of source code or the granting of certain rights, such requirements apply solely to the specific open source component and not to the Sponsor's proprietary technology or these Official Rules. A list of material open source components used in the Sponsor's website is available upon request by contacting support@flint-investing.com.

15.1 Categories of Personal Information Collected

The Sponsor may collect the following categories of personal information from Entrants in connection with the Promotion: (a) Identifiers, including full legal name, email address, postal mailing address, telephone number, date of birth, and Flint account username or identifier; (b) Financial Information, including credit card or debit card number, billing address, and payment transaction history, solely for Entrants who subscribe to the Flint Basic plan; (c) Internet or Other Electronic Network Activity Information, including IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type and identifier, referring URL, pages visited, links clicked, access times, session duration, and other browsing and interaction data collected through cookies, web beacons, pixel tags, and similar tracking technologies; (d) Geolocation Data, including approximate geographic location as inferred from IP address and, where the Entrant has enabled location services, precise geographic location; (e) Professional or Employment-Related Information, to the extent voluntarily provided by the Entrant in connection with account creation or Promotion entry; (f) Inferences, including profiles reflecting preferences, characteristics, behavioral patterns, and engagement levels, drawn from the categories of personal information listed above; and (g) Sensitive Personal Information, limited to government-issued identification numbers (Social Security Number) requested solely from the winner for tax reporting purposes as described in Section 8 of these Official Rules.

15.2 Purposes of Data Collection and Processing

The Sponsor collects and processes personal information from Entrants for the following specific, documented purposes: (a) to administer and operate the Promotion, including processing entries, verifying eligibility, conducting the random drawing, selecting the winner, and fulfilling the prize; (b) to communicate with Entrants regarding the Promotion, including sending entry confirmations, winner notifications, and prize fulfillment communications; (c) to verify the identity and eligibility of Entrants and the winner, including conducting age verification, identity confirmation, and sanctions screening; (d) to prevent and detect fraud, abuse, and violations of these Official Rules, including monitoring entry patterns, analyzing behavioral data, and conducting fraud risk assessments; (e) to comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, including tax reporting obligations, record-keeping requirements, and responses to lawful requests from government authorities; (f) to protect the rights, property, and safety of the Sponsor, Entrants, and the public; (g) to improve the Sponsor's products, services, and promotional activities through aggregate analysis of Promotion data; (h) to enforce these Official Rules and the Sponsor's Terms of Service; and (i) for such other purposes as may be described in the Sponsor's Privacy Policy or as may be consented to by the Entrant.

15.3 Data Protection, Security Measures, and Encryption Standards

The Sponsor implements administrative, technical, and physical safeguards including AES-256 encryption at rest, TLS 1.3 encryption in transit, role-based access controls, multi-factor authentication for administrative access, regular penetration testing, SOC 2 Type II compliant infrastructure, automated security monitoring and alerting, and employee security awareness training. The Sponsor's information security program is designed to be consistent with industry best practices and applicable regulatory standards, including the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), the Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls, and applicable Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) for payment card data. However, no security system is impenetrable. By entering, Entrants acknowledge the inherent risks of providing personal information online.

15.4 Data Retention, Disposal, and Right to Deletion

Personal information will be retained for the period necessary to administer the Promotion, comply with legal requirements, and enforce the Sponsor's rights. The specific retention periods are as follows: (a) entry data (name, email, date of birth): retained for four (4) years following the conclusion of the Promotion; (b) payment data for subscribers: retained in accordance with PCI DSS requirements and the Sponsor's payment processor's data retention policies; (c) winner tax documentation (SSN, W-9): retained for seven (7) years as required by IRS record-keeping requirements; (d) server logs and technical data: retained for one (1) year following the conclusion of the Promotion; (e) fraud detection data: retained for three (3) years following the conclusion of the Promotion. Upon expiration of the applicable retention period, the Sponsor will securely dispose of or anonymize the data using NIST SP 800-88 compliant sanitization methods, including cryptographic erasure for encrypted data and overwriting for unencrypted data.

15.5 Third-Party Data Processing, Sub-Processors, and International Data Transfers

The Sponsor engages third-party service providers including payment processors, email service providers, cloud hosting providers (AWS/GCP), analytics providers, fraud detection services, tax preparation services, and shipping and logistics providers. These providers are contractually bound to maintain appropriate security measures and to use personal information only for the specified purposes. The Sponsor requires all sub-processors to execute data processing agreements that include confidentiality obligations, security requirements, incident notification procedures, and audit rights. The Sponsor conducts vendor security assessments prior to engagement and on an annual basis thereafter. Personal information processed in connection with this Promotion may be transferred to and stored in the United States or other countries where the Sponsor or its sub-processors maintain facilities. By entering the Promotion, each Entrant consents to the transfer and processing of his or her personal information in the United States and such other countries.

15.6 California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and State Privacy Law Disclosures

If you are a California resident, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to request deletion, the right to correct inaccurate information, the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information, the right to limit the use of sensitive personal information, and the right to non-discrimination. To exercise your CCPA/CPRA rights, contact support@flint-investing.com or call the Sponsor's toll-free number (if available). The Sponsor does not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA/CPRA. If you are a resident of Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Indiana, Iowa, Tennessee, Montana, Oregon, or Texas, you may have additional rights under your state's consumer privacy law. Please contact the Sponsor for information regarding your specific rights under applicable state law.

16.1 Binding Arbitration and AAA Rules

Disputes that cannot be resolved informally within thirty (30) days shall be submitted to binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Consumer Arbitration Rules. Arbitration shall be conducted by a single arbitrator in Wilmington, Delaware. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding. Judgment upon the award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction. The arbitrator shall have no authority to award punitive or exemplary damages or to alter these Official Rules. Each party shall bear its own costs and attorneys' fees unless the arbitrator determines that a claim was frivolous.

16.2 Class Action and Jury Trial Waiver

BY ENTERING THE PROMOTION, EACH ENTRANT AGREES TO WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT, CLASS ARBITRATION, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. EACH ENTRANT FURTHER WAIVES ANY RIGHT TO A TRIAL BY JURY. THIS WAIVER SURVIVES TERMINATION OF THE PROMOTION. IF ANY PORTION OF THIS WAIVER IS FOUND UNENFORCEABLE, THE ENTIRETY OF THIS SECTION 16.2 SHALL BE DEEMED VOID, BUT ALL OTHER PROVISIONS SHALL REMAIN IN EFFECT.

16.3 Small Claims Court Exception

Notwithstanding the arbitration provisions set forth above, either party may bring an individual action in small claims court in the county of the claimant's residence (or, if the claimant is the Sponsor, in New Castle County, Delaware), provided that the claim falls within the jurisdictional limits of the applicable small claims court. If the claim is transferred, removed, or appealed to a court of general jurisdiction, the arbitration provisions shall apply.

19.1 Federal Trade Commission Compliance

This Promotion is conducted in compliance with the FTC's guidelines regarding promotional sweepstakes and contests, including Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising (16 C.F.R. Part 255) and guidelines regarding deceptive acts or practices (Section 5 of the FTC Act). All promotional materials associated with this Promotion have been reviewed to ensure they are not false, misleading, or deceptive. The Sponsor does not make any claims regarding the probability of winning that are not substantiated by the structure of the Promotion.