QuantumEdge Solutions Human Rights Policy

1. Introduction QuantumEdge Solutions is committed to upholding and promoting human rights in all aspects of its business operations. We recognize our responsibility to respect and support human rights as outlined in the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, the International Labour Organization (ILO) Core Conventions, and other relevant international standards. This policy applies to all employees, suppliers, contractors, and business partners associated with QuantumEdge Solutions.

2. Commitment to Human Rights QuantumEdge Solutions is dedicated to:

• Ensuring fair and ethical treatment of all employees, contractors, and partners.

• Prohibiting forced labor, child labor, and human trafficking in all business operations and supply chains.

• Providing a safe, healthy, and inclusive working environment.

• Preventing discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, or any other status.

• Recognizing the right to freedom of association and collective bargaining.

• Upholding fair wages and working hours in compliance with national and international labor standards.

3. Governance and Oversight Our board of directors and senior management are responsible for ensuring compliance with this Human Rights Policy. We integrate human rights considerations into our corporate governance structure, risk assessments, and business operations.

4. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence QuantumEdge Solutions conducts ongoing risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential human rights impacts within our operations and supply chain. This includes:

• Evaluating suppliers for compliance with human rights standards.

• Monitoring working conditions and implementing corrective actions when necessary.

• Engaging with stakeholders, including employees, suppliers, and local communities, to address human rights concerns.

5. Environmental and Social Responsibility We acknowledge the intersection of environmental and human rights issues and strive to minimize environmental harm while promoting sustainable business practices. Our environmental policies align with the Basel Convention, the Stockholm Convention, and the Minamata Convention to prevent hazardous waste and pollution-related human rights violations.

6. Grievance Mechanism QuantumEdge Solutions has established a formal grievance mechanism to allow employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to report human rights concerns confidentially and without fear of retaliation. Reports can be submitted through:

• Anonymized reporting channels.

• An independent third-party hotline.

• Direct reporting to the Compliance & Ethics Office.

7. Monitoring and Compliance We commit to:

• Regularly reviewing and updating our human rights policies and practices.

• Conducting audits and assessments to ensure compliance.

• Training employees and partners on human rights obligations.

• Taking corrective action against any identified human rights violations.

8. Reporting and Transparency QuantumEdge Solutions is dedicated to transparency in its human rights efforts. We will periodically report on our human rights initiatives, including:

• Findings from human rights risk assessments.

• Actions taken to mitigate risks.

• Progress in implementing this policy.

9. Conclusion QuantumEdge Solutions holds itself and its business partners accountable for upholding human rights. We encourage all stakeholders to support our commitment to ethical and responsible business practices. This policy is reviewed annually and updated as necessary to align with global human rights developments and best practices.

Effective Date: February 11, 2025Approved by: Gloria Jeffries, CEOContact Information: compliance@qedgex.com