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Business Summary

GigCapital8 Corp. (the "Company") is a Cayman Islands exempted company formed as a Private-to-Public Equity (PPE) company, also known as a blank check company or special purpose acquisition vehicle (SPAC), with the objective of effecting a business combination with one or more target businesses . The Company has not yet selected a specific business combination target but intends to focus on companies in the aerospace and defense services (A&D), cybersecurity and secured communications and quantum-based command and control systems, and artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) industries . The Company's strategy is to identify, acquire, and accelerate the growth of a company at the intersection of these industries, contributing to the global A&D economy . The management team, led by Dr. Avi S. Katz and Dr. Raluca Dinu, leverages over 30 years of experience in public markets and nine years as repeat SPAC sponsors, with strong relationships in the targeted industries .

The core business model involves raising capital through an initial public offering (IPO) and private placements, then using these funds, potentially combined with debt or additional equity, to acquire a target business . The Company generates non-operating income from interest and dividend income on cash and marketable securities held in a trust account . Revenue generation from operations is not expected until after the completion of an initial business combination . The Company's management team aims to revitalize the acquisition target and generate value for shareholders by accelerating revenue growth, improving profit margins, and fostering a results-driven culture .

The Company completed its initial public offering on October 7, 2025, selling 25,300,000 units at a price of $10.00 per unit, generating gross proceeds of $253,000,000 . Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one right to receive one-fifth of one Class A ordinary share upon the consummation of an initial business combination . Simultaneously, the Sponsor, certain directors, and Lynrock Lake Master Fund LP purchased 95,200 private placement units at $9.7374 per unit for an aggregate of $927,000 . Additionally, non-managing institutional accredited investors purchased 2,964,203 Class B ordinary shares at $0.023254 per share and 262,425 private placement units at $9.7374 per unit, for an aggregate of $2,624,266 .

For the period from June 30, 2025 (inception) through December 31, 2025, the Company reported net income of $1,831,322 . This consisted of interest and dividend income on cash and marketable securities held in the trust account of $2,267,683 and $602 from the operating account, partially offset by operating expenses of $436,963 . As of December 31, 2025, the Company had cash of $1,442,471 and working capital of $1,298,043 . Cash and marketable securities held in the Trust Account amounted to $255,267,683 . Total liabilities were $286,022 , comprising accounts payable of $132,910 , related party payable of $42,242 , and accrued liabilities of $110,870 . Class A ordinary shares subject to possible redemption were 25,300,000 at a redemption value of $10.09 per share , totaling $255,167,683 . Total shareholders' equity was $1,451,851 .

The Company's operations since inception have been limited to organizational activities and preparing for the Offering and identifying a target business . The IPO proceeds of $253,000,000 were placed in a trust account, with transaction costs amounting to $1,788,054 , including $1,025,000 in underwriting fees and $763,054 in other offering costs. The Company has an agreement to pay GigManagement, LLC, an affiliate of the Founder, $30,000 per month for office space and administrative services , and its Chief Financial Officer $15,000 per month for accounting services .

Business Outlook

The Company's primary objective for the upcoming period is to complete an initial business combination within 24 months from the closing of the Offering, which occurred on October 7, 2025 . Management intends to use substantially all of the $255,267,683 held in the trust account, including any interest earned (net of taxes), to acquire a target business or businesses and cover related expenses . If equity or debt is used as consideration for the business combination, remaining proceeds will serve as working capital for the target business's operations, strategic acquisitions, and marketing, research, and development .

The Company plans to focus its search on companies in the aerospace and defense services (A&D), cybersecurity and secured communications and quantum-based command and control systems, and artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) industries . The management team believes the global A&D economy has significant market growth potential, driven by increased demand for space-based services and applications, as well as unmanned aerial vehicle (UMV) systems and drone technologies due to rising geopolitical tensions and commercial applications . The Company seeks to identify market-leading participants that embrace digital transformation and intelligent automation, are not pre-revenue or in early development stages with unproven technologies, and have strong management teams that can benefit from a public listing and broader access to capital .

The Company expects to incur significant costs in pursuit of its acquisition plans . While the interest earned on the trust account is expected to be sufficient to cover any income taxes , the funds available outside the trust account, which were $1,442,471 as of December 31, 2025, may be insufficient to operate for at least the next 12 months if a business combination is not consummated . In such a scenario, the Company intends to manage cash flow through expense timing and payment or, if necessary, raise additional funds from the Sponsor . These funds will primarily be used for identifying and evaluating prospective acquisition candidates, performing due diligence, travel, reviewing corporate documents, and structuring and consummating the business combination .

The Company may need to obtain additional financing to consummate its initial business combination or if a significant number of public shares are redeemed . Such financing, potentially involving additional securities or debt, would be consummated simultaneously with the business combination . Post-business combination, if cash on hand is insufficient, additional financing may be required to meet obligations . The Company has an agreement to pay GigManagement, LLC $30,000 per month for office space and administrative services and its Chief Financial Officer $15,000 per month for accounting services until the earlier of a business combination or liquidation.

Risk Factors

The Company faces several material risks, including its status as a blank check company with no operating history or revenues, making its ability to achieve its business objective uncertain . There is a risk that the Company may not be able to consummate its initial business combination within the required 24-month timeframe from the closing of the Offering, which would lead to liquidation and redemption of public shares at approximately $10.00 per share, or less in certain circumstances . The increasing number of SPACs and competition for attractive targets may increase acquisition costs or impair the Company's ability to consummate a business combination . Global geopolitical conditions, such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the Israel-Hamas conflict, and escalating military conflicts involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, along with Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping, could materially adversely affect the search for a business combination and any target business . These conflicts have caused market volatility, supply chain disruptions, and increased freight costs, potentially impacting the global economy and financial markets . The Company's public shareholders may not have an opportunity to vote on the proposed business combination, and even if a vote is held, initial shareholders, who own approximately 30.6% of outstanding ordinary shares, have agreed to vote in favor, potentially leading to a business combination not supported by a majority of public shareholders . The ability of public shareholders to redeem shares for cash may make the Company's financial condition unattractive to potential targets, potentially hindering the ability to meet closing conditions requiring a minimum net worth or cash amount . If third parties bring claims against the Company, the proceeds held in trust could be reduced, leading to a per-share redemption price less than $10.00 . The nominal purchase price paid by insiders for founder shares and non-managing investors for private investor shares and private placement units may result in significant dilution to the implied value of public shares upon business combination, with an estimated immediate dilution of approximately 98.9% or $9.89 per share upon closing of the Offering. The Company is likely to be treated as a passive foreign investment company (PFIC), which could result in adverse U.S. federal income tax consequences for U.S. investors . If the initial business combination involves a U.S. company, a new 1% U.S. federal excise tax on stock repurchases could be imposed on redemptions, reducing cash available for redemptions or the target business .

Management Priorities

Management's message to shareholders emphasizes leveraging the team's significant experience and contacts to identify and acquire a company at the intersection of A&D services, cybersecurity, secured communications, quantum-based command and control systems, AI, and ML, with the goal of accelerating growth and creating value . They highlight their track record as repeat sponsors of SPAC entities and their deep relationships within these industries as key competitive advantages . The strategic priorities include identifying market-leading participants that embrace digital transformation, would benefit from a public listing, and possess strong management teams . Management also stresses the importance of an in-depth evaluation process based on financial performance, strategic fit, potential synergies, and the target company's products and services . For the period from June 30, 2025 (inception) through December 31, 2025, the Company reported net income of $1,831,322 , with interest and dividend income on marketable securities held in the Trust Account of $2,267,683 . Management has agreed to pay GigManagement, LLC $30,000 per month for office space and administrative services and the Chief Financial Officer $15,000 per month for accounting services . Advisory fees for directors, including Dr. Avi Katz, are approved at $4,000 per quarter for board committee service and administrative and analytical services.

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References

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  3. [3] Item 1, Business — Business Strategy
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  5. [5] Item 7, MD&A — Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
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  17. [17] Item 7, MD&A — Liquidity and Capital Resources
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  53. [53] Item 1A, Risk Factors — General Risk Factors
  54. [54] Item 1A, Risk Factors — Risks Relating to our Search for, and Consummation of or Inability to Consummate, a Business Combination
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Analysis on 5/21/2026