Quarterly Report for Quarter Ending June 30, 2025 (Form 10-Q)

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

References in this report (the "Quarterly Report") to "we," "us" or the "Company" refer to Solidion Technology, Inc. References to our "management" or our "management team" refer to our officers and directors. The following discussion and analysis of the Company's financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and the notes thereto contained elsewhere in this Quarterly Report. Certain information contained in the discussion and analysis set forth below includes forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current expectations and projections about future events. These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions about us that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as "may," "should," "could," "would," "expect," "plan," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "continue," or the negative of such terms or other similar expressions. Factors that might cause or contribute to such a discrepancy include, but are not limited to, those described in our other SEC filings.

Overview

Solidion Technology, Inc. is an advanced battery technology company focused on the development and commercialization of next-generation battery materials, components, and energy storage solutions. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with research and development (R&D) and manufacturing operations in Dayton, Ohio, Solidion is dedicated to transforming the energy storage landscape by addressing key limitations in current lithium-ion and emerging battery technologies.

The Company specializes in high-performance silicon-rich anode materials, solid-state battery technology, and fire-retardant electrolytes, aiming to enhance the energy density, safety, and cost-effectiveness of lithium-ion batteries. Solidion's proprietary innovations include graphene-enabled batteries, elastomer-protected electrodes, quasi-solid and solid-state electrolytes, and biochar-derived anode materials, providing sustainable and scalable solutions for the electric vehicle (EV), energy storage system (ESS), and consumer electronics markets.

Solidion holds an extensive intellectual property (IP) portfolio with over 525 active patents (pending and granted) globally, positioning the Company as a leader in silicon anode and solid-state battery technology. Its innovative silane-free production processes for silicon-based anode materials allow for lower manufacturing costs and improved scalability. Additionally, its fire-retardant and polymer-based electrolytes enable safer, high-energy-density batteries compatible with existing lithium-ion cell production infrastructure.

A key milestone in Solidion's technological advancements is the successful development of a high-energy cylindrical cell, which achieves an exceptional energy density of 305 Wh/kg, significantly higher than conventional lithium-ion batteries, which typically range between 240-260 Wh/kg. This innovation not only enhances the range and performance of EVs but also underscores Solidion's ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions for high-energy and high-power applications.

The Company has established strategic partnerships with leading industry players, including Giga Solar Materials Corp. and Bluestar Materials Company, to advance the production and commercialization of silicon oxide (SiOx) anode materials in the U.S. These collaborations, along with Solidion's ongoing engagement with EV original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and toll-manufacturing partners, position the Company to accelerate the adoption of its next-generation battery solutions.

On November 14, 2024, we adopted a strategic Bitcoin allocation policy for our Corporate Treasury. As part of this strategy, Solidion is committed to leveraging Bitcoin as a long-term store of value. The Company will allocate excess cash from operations toward Bitcoin purchases, subject to board approval. Additionally, interest earnings from cash held in money market accounts will be converted into Bitcoin. The Company also plans to allocate a portion of future capital raises to Bitcoin acquisitions, demonstrating a sustained commitment to integrating Bitcoin into its financial strategy. For fiscal year 2024, the Company did not identify excess cash from operations for Bitcoin purchases. Additionally, $13,806 generated in interest income earnings during fiscal year 2024 have been designated for Bitcoin purchases in fiscal year 2025 as part of the ongoing treasury strategy. The Company did not conduct any capital raise activities between the date of its announcement and the end of the reporting period and, as a result, did not allocate any proceeds toward Bitcoin purchases. Looking ahead, during fiscal year 2025, Solidion anticipates capital raises that will include allocation of a portion of proceeds to Bitcoin acquisitions.

Solidion is committed to advancing battery technology through continuous R&D efforts, expanding manufacturing capabilities, and optimizing supply chain sustainability. By integrating cutting-edge materials and scalable production methods, Solidion aims to deliver high-performance, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable battery solutions that address the increasing demand for electrified mobility and renewable energy storage.

Our Products

Anode Materials Our product portfolio includes graphite-based anode materials, distinguished by our commitment to utilizing raw materials from sustainable sources. As part of our efforts to contribute to the goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, we are scrutinizing our entire supply chain to identify opportunities for reducing environmental impacts. Graphite, a critical component in rechargeable batteries due to its longevity and cost-efficiency, is traditionally derived from petroleum coke and pitch. Solidion's innovative approach introduces biochar produced from waste biomass as an alternative feedstock. This sustainable process not only sequesters carbon but may also result in carbon-negative production. By leveraging biochar, Solidion aims to produce anode-grade graphite with exceptional performance. By the end of 2024, Solidion's anode materials containing biochar-derived materials have achieved a capacity of over 340 mAh/g and comparable cycle life to conventional graphite anodes, marking a significant step towards more environmentally responsible battery manufacturing. Solidion has also developed a series of silicon and SiOx anode materials that enable a significantly higher energy density (for example, an expected 20-30% increase in the EV driving range) likely at a reduction in the cell cost in terms of U.S. dollars per kilowatt hour ("kWh") when production in scale occurs. The specific capacity of these products range from 1,300 to 2,800 mAh/g aiming to suit different applications including EV, energy storage stations, drones, and consumer electronics.

Battery Cells To rigorously validate the performance of its innovative anode materials, Solidion is actively engaged in the development and testing of a diverse portfolio of battery cells. By the close of 2024, Solidion, in collaboration with strategic partners, has successfully constructed and evaluated over three distinct types of cylindrical cells, each featuring either our advanced silicon (Si) or graphite-based anodes. These cells showcase a wide range of capabilities, with capacities spanning from 4.6 to an impressive 5.5Ah.

Notably, our high-energy 5.5Ah 21700 cylindrical cell represents a significant leap forward in battery technology. This cell not only achieves an exceptional energy density of 305 Wh/kg, surpassing the typical 240-260 Wh/kg offered by established Asian manufacturers in the same high-energy category, but also delivers superior power performance. It boasts a continuous charging and discharging capability exceeding 2C, a substantial improvement over the performance less than 1C typically seen in competitor products. This combination of high energy density and robust power handling makes our 5.5Ah cell ideally suited for applications demanding both sustained energy delivery and moderate to high power output, such as advanced electric vehicles and high-performance portable electronics.

Furthermore, Solidion is actively developing cell variants tailored for applications requiring even higher power capabilities. These cells have already demonstrated impressive fast-charging capabilities, exceeding 3C, enabling rapid replenishment of energy and minimizing downtime. This focus on high-power cells underscores our commitment to addressing the diverse needs of the evolving energy storage market.

Beyond anode advancements, Solidion is also pioneering the development of next-generation electrolytes. As previously mentioned, we have successfully formulated fire-retardant and quasi-solid electrolytes, demonstrating their performance through the construction of small prototype cells. These electrolytes represent a significant step towards enhancing battery safety, a critical consideration in today's demanding applications. Looking ahead, Solidion intends to scale up production of these electrolyte-based cells, manufacturing larger format cells in common practical sizes. This initiative will not only validate the performance of our advanced electrolytes in real-world scenarios but also pave the way for the development of safer and more reliable energy storage solutions. By integrating our innovative anode materials with these advanced electrolytes, Solidion is poised to deliver a new generation of high-performance, safe, and sustainable batteries. The development of larger cells with advanced electrolytes is scheduled to conclude in 2025.

Recent Developments

Honeycomb Battery Company Merger

On February 2, 2024, Nubia Brand International Corp., a Delaware corporation ("Nubia" and after the Transactions described herein, "Solidion" or "Solidion Technology, Inc."), consummated a merger (the "Closing") pursuant to a Merger Agreement, dated February 16, 2023 (as amended on August 25, 2023, the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Nubia, Honeycomb Battery Company, an Ohio corporation ("HBC"), and Nubia Merger Sub, Inc., an Ohio corporation and wholly-owned subsidiary of Nubia ("Merger Sub"). Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, Merger Sub merged with and into HBC (the "Merger," and the transactions contemplated by the Merger Agreement, the "Transactions"), with HBC surviving such merger as a wholly owned subsidiary of Nubia, which was renamed "Solidion Technology, Inc." upon Closing.

We received net proceeds from the Merger totaling $17,555. The Company is applying the proceeds from the Merger toward its corporate growth strategy related to the commercialization of our battery technology and the scaling of its manufacturing operations.

Equity Financing

On March 13, 2024, Solidion entered into a private placement transaction (the "March Private Placement"), pursuant to a Securities Purchase Agreement (the "March Subscription Agreement") with certain institutional investors (the "Purchasers") for aggregate gross proceeds of $3,850,000, before deducting fees to the placement agent and other expenses payable by the Company in connection with the March Private Placement. The net proceeds from the March Private Placement were used for working capital and general corporate purposes. The March Private Placement closed on March 15, 2024.

As part of the March Private Placement, the Company issued an aggregate of 102,667 units and pre-funded units (collectively, the "Units") at a purchase price of $37.50 per unit (less $0.0050 per pre-funded unit). Each Unit consists of (i) one share of Solidion Common Stock, (ii) two Series A warrants ("Series A Warrants") each to purchase one share of Common Stock, and (iii) one Series B warrant ("Series B Warrants") to purchase such number of shares of Common Stock as determined on the reset date, and in accordance with the terms therein.

The reset period ended on July 2, 2024 (the "Reset Date"), with the lowest 10-day VWAP on June 28, 2024, being $0.4347. Consequently, the reset price was established at $17.39. As a result, the Series A Warrants and Series B Warrants held by investors were reset to 442,834 shares and 114,992 shares, respectively. As of June 30, 2025, investors had exercised 289,613 Series A Warrants and 114,992 Series B Warrants, resulting in the issuance of 404,605 common shares. As of June 30, 2025, 153,221 Series A Warrants and no Series B Warrants remained outstanding.

On August 30, 2024, the Company entered into a private placement transaction (the "August Private Placement"), pursuant to a Securities Purchase Agreement (the "August Subscription Agreement") with certain institutional investors (the "Purchasers") for aggregate gross proceeds of $4,000,000, before deducting fees to the placement agent and other expenses payable by the Company in connection with the August Private Placement. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the August Private Placement for working capital and general corporate purposes.

As part of the August Private Placement, the Company issued an aggregate of 244,349 units and pre-funded units (collectively, the "Units") at a purchase price of $16.37 per unit. Each Unit consists of (i) one share of common stock, par value $0.0050 per share of the Company (the "Common Stock") (or one pre-funded warrant to purchase one share of Common Stock (the "Pre-Funded Warrant")), (ii) two Series C warrants each to purchase one share of Common Stock (the "Series C Warrant") and (iii) one Series D warrant to purchase such number of shares of Common Stock as determined on the Reset Date (as defined in Note 10) and in accordance with the terms therein (the "Series D Warrant" and together with the Pre-Funded Warrant and the Series C Warrant, the "Warrants").

As of June 30, 2025, investors have not exercised any Series C and Series D warrants.

The Company accounts for the outstanding Series A, Series B, Series C, and Series D warrants issued in connection with the March and August 2024 private placement financings (the "PIPE Warrants") as liability-classified instruments because certain settlement adjustments prevent them from meeting the fixed-for-fixed equity classification criteria under ASC 815-40.

Components of Results of Operations

Revenue

The Company is focused on commercializing and manufacturing battery materials and next-generation battery cells. Historically, and during the periods presented, we have generated minimal revenue from product samples. We do not expect to begin generating significant revenue until we complete the commercialization process and build out manufacturing capacity. Future capacity may come from joint ventures with strategic partners, sourcing third-party manufacturing from our network, or pursuing mergers and acquisitions.

Operating Expenses

Research and Development

Research and development expenses consist primarily of personnel expenses, including salaries, benefits, third party technology validation testing, equipment, engineering, maintenance of facilities, data analysis, and materials.

Selling, general and, administrative

Selling, general and administrative expenses primarily consist of personnel expenses, including salaries, benefits, and stock-based compensation related to executive management, finance, legal, and human resource functions. Other costs include business development, contractor and professional services fees, audit and compliance expenses, insurance costs and general corporate expenses, such rent, office supplies and information technology costs.

Other Income (Loss)

Change in fair value of Derivative Liabilities

Change in fair value of Derivative Liabilities consists of fluctuations in the fair value of an agreement between the Company and investors facilitating future purchases of the Company's stock by the Investor based on a Monte Carlo simulation model.

Interest Income

Interest income is derived from the Company's operating cash account, which is periodically invested in short-term money market funds.

Interest Expense

Interest expense consists primarily of the interest on the Company's short-term notes and D&O insurance premium financing arrangement.

Results of Operations

This data should be read in conjunction with Solidion's financial statements and accompanying notes. These results of operations are not necessarily indicative of future performance.

Summary of Statements of Operations for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 and 2024

		For the Three Months Ended June 30,
		2025				2024
Net sales		$	4,000			$	-
Cost of goods sold			2,327				-
Operating expenses			1,788,797				2,933,309
Total other income (expense)			1,933,915				24,951,725
Net income (loss)		$	146,791			$	22,018,416

Operating Expenses

Operating expenses decreased by $1,144,512 for the three months ended June 30, 2025. This decrease was driven by lower Selling, General and Administrative expenses, including reductions in professional fees, stock-based compensation, insurance costs, and other administrative expenses associated with the Company's operations as a public entity beginning February 2, 2024.

Other Income (expense)

Other income decreased by $23,017,810 for the three months ended June 30, 2025. This decrease was largely driven by reduced non-cash gains due to a change in the fair value of derivative liabilities related to the Forward Purchase Agreement, and warrants related to the March and August private placement financing. Additionally, there was interest expense of $112,471 primarily related to the Company's short-term notes.

Summary of Statements of Operations for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 and 2024

		For the Six Months Ended June 30,
		2025				2024
Net sales		$	4,000			$	-
Cost of goods sold			2,327				-
Operating expenses			4,921,466				6,692,645
Total other income (expense)			14,261,214				(3,824,921	)
Net income (loss)		$	9,341,421			$	(10,517,566	)

Operating Expenses

Operating expenses decreased by $1,771,179 for the six months ended June 30, 2025. This decrease was primarily driven by lower professional fees, stock-based compensation, insurance, and other administrative costs associated with the Company operating as a public entity as of February 2, 2024.

Other Income (expense)

Other income increased by $18,086,135 for the six months ended June 30, 2025. This increase was largely driven by a gain of $14,461,950 due to a change in the fair value of derivative liabilities related to the Forward Purchase Agreement, and warrants related to the Private Placement financing. Additionally, there was interest expense of $218,893 primarily related to the Company's short-term notes.

Cash Flows

The following tables set forth a summary of our cash flows for the periods indicated

		For the Six Months Ended June 30,
		2025				2024
Net cash provided by (used in):
Operating Activities			(3,255,997	)			(3,541,372	)
Investing Activities			(181,498	)			(157,834	)
Financing Activities			198,415				3,954,930
Net increase (decrease) in cash			(3,239,080	)			255,724

Net Cash used in Operating Activities

For the six months ended June 30, 2025, cash used in operating activities was $3,255,997. This primarily resulted from net income of $9,341,421, which included non-cash gain of $14,461,950 due to a change in the fair value of derivative liabilities related to the Forward Purchase Agreement and March and August Private Placement warrants. These non-cash gains were added back to reconcile net income to net cash used in operating activities, as part non-cash adjustments that also included depreciation and amortization, stock-based compensation non-cash interest expense, totaling $13,162,090. Additionally, changes in operating assets and liabilities used $564,672 of cash from operating activities, driven primarily by a $431,608 increase in other current assets. The increase in other current assets was due to the financing arraignment associated with the directors and officers insurance policy.

For the six months ended June 30, 2024, cash used in operating activities was $3,541,372. This primarily resulted from a net loss of $10,517,566, which included significant non-cash gains and losses, driven by a gain of $16,784,200 due to a change in the fair value of derivative liabilities related to the Forward Purchase Agreement and Private Placement warrants, and a loss of $20,590,717 from the issuance of common stock and warrants related to the convertible note and private placement financing activity. These non-cash losses were added back to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities, as part non-cash adjustments that also included depreciation and amortization and stock-based compensation, totaling $5,814,482. Additionally, changes in operating assets and liabilities provided $1,161,712 of cash from operating activities.

Net Cash used in Investing Activities

For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the Company used cash of $181,498 in investing activities consisting of purchases of Silicon Oxide (SiOx) manufacturing equipment and capitalized patent costs.

For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Company used cash of $157,834 in investing activities consisting of capitalized patent costs.

Net Cash provided by Financing Activities

For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the Company generated cash of $198,415 from financing activities. The Company received proceeds from warrant exercises of $241,546. These increases were offset by repayment of short-term notes of $42,671.

For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Company generated cash of $3,954,930 from financing activities. The Company received proceeds from Private Placement financing and convertible notes of $3,850,000 and $527,500, respectively. These increases were offset by repayment of short-term notes and repayment of related party advances of $424,277 and $911,091, respectively.

Going Concern Considerations, Liquidity and Capital Resources

Since Solidion's inception, the Company has experienced recurring net losses and has generated minimal sales. This raises substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern. Management's ability to fund our operations and capital expenditures depends on our ability to raise additional external capital. This is subject to our future operating performance and general economic, financial, competitive, legislative, regulatory, and other conditions, some of which are beyond our control. We are currently engaged in discussions with various financing counterparties to secure sufficient capital to meet our business needs for the foreseeable future. The Company plans to finance its operations with proceeds from the sale of equity securities, government grants and loans, or debt; however, there is no assurance that management's plans to obtain additional debt, grants or equity financing will be successfully implemented or implemented on terms favorable to the Company.

As of June 30, 2025, we had an accumulated deficit of $106,539,088.Additionally, $1,400,717 in NUBI transaction costs incurred at the Closing Date in connection with the Merger remain outstanding and are due within the next twelve months. During the six months ended June 30, 2025, we incurred losses from operations totaling $4,919,793 and net cash used in operating activities of $3,255,997. We expect to continue to incur such losses for at least the next twelve (12) months.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

At June 30, 2025, we have no obligations, assets or liabilities which would be considered off-balance sheet arrangements. We do not participate in transactions that create relationships with unconsolidated entities or financial partnerships, often referred to as variable interest entities, which would have been established for the purpose of facilitating off-balance sheet arrangements.

We have not entered into any off-balance sheet financing arrangements, established any special purpose entities, guaranteed any debt or commitments of other entities, or entered into any non-financial agreements involving assets.

Critical Accounting Estimates

We prepare our financial statements in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, which require our management to make estimates that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the balance sheet dates, as well as the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. To the extent that there are material differences between these estimates and actual results, our financial condition or results of operations would be affected. We base our estimates on our own historical experience and other assumptions that we believe are reasonable after taking account of our circumstances and expectations for the future based on available information. We evaluate these estimates on an ongoing basis.

We consider an accounting estimate to be critical if: (i) the accounting estimate requires us to make assumptions about matters that were highly uncertain at the time the accounting estimate was made, and (ii) changes in the estimate that are reasonably likely to occur from period to period or use of different estimates that we reasonably could have used in the current period, would have a material impact on our financial condition or results of operations. There are items within our financial statement that require estimation but are not deemed critical, as defined above. There were no changes to the Company's critical accounting estimates from those disclosed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024.

Forward Purchase Agreement

The Company accounts for the forward purchase agreement as either equity-classified or liability-classified instruments based on an assessment of the Forward Purchase Agreement ("FPA") specific terms and applicable authoritative guidance in FASB ASC 480 "Distinguishing Liabilities from Equity" ("ASC 480"), and FASB ASC 815, "Derivatives and Hedging" ("ASC 815"). The assessment considers whether the FPA is a freestanding financial instrument pursuant to ASC 480, meets the definition of a liability pursuant to ASC 480, and whether the FPA meets all of the requirements for equity classification under ASC 815, including whether the FPA is indexed to the Company's own common shares and whether the FPA holders could potentially require "net cash settlement" in a circumstance outside of the Company's control, among other conditions for equity classification. This assessment is conducted at the time of FPA issuance and as of each subsequent quarterly period end date while the FPA is outstanding.

For issued or modified FPA that meet all of the criteria for equity classification, the FPA is required to be recorded as a component of additional paid-in capital at the time of issuance. For issued or modified FPAs that do not meet all of the criteria for equity classification, the FPA are required to be recorded at their initial fair value on the date of issuance, and each balance sheet date thereafter. The Company accounts for outstanding FPA as liability-classified instrument.

The fair value of the FPA is Level 3. The determination of the fair value requires significant estimates and judgments. Please see Note 13 Fair Value Measurements to the financial statements for the significant assumptions and estimates.

Changes in the significant assumptions and estimates could materially impact the valuation and the amounts recorded in the financial statements.

Recently Adopted Accounting Standards

In November 2023, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2023-07, "Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures," to enhance disclosures for significant segment expenses for all public entities required to report segment information in accordance with ASC 280. The standard did not change the definition of a segment, the method for determining segments or the criteria for aggregating operating segments into reportable segments. The amendments are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024. Retrospective adoption is required for all prior periods presented in the financial statements. The Company adopted the amendment effective January 1, 2024 for annual reporting purposes. The adoption did not have a material impact to the Company's financial statements or disclosures.

Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures (ASU 2023-09), which requires disclosures of incremental income tax information within the rate reconciliation and expanded disclosures of income taxes paid, among other disclosure requirements. ASU 2023-09 is effective for the fiscal year beginning after December 15, 2024. Early adoption is permitted. The Company's management does not believe the adoption of ASU 2023-09 will have a material impact on its financial statements and disclosures.

In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-03, "Income Statement-Reporting Comprehensive Income-Expense Disaggregation Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40): Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses" to improve disclosures by providing more detailed information about the types of expenses in commonly presented expense captions. The guidance is effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2026, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2027, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the effect this standard will have on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.