Aether Global Innovations Receives DHS and DoD Approvals for License Transfer of Advanced Footwear Screening Technology

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• DHS and DoD approvals clear the wayfor Aether to assume exclusive license to nextgeneration footwear screeningtechnology 

VANCOUVER, BC – March 6,2026 – TheNewswire– Aether Global Innovations Corp. (CSE: AETH)(OTC: AETHF) (Frankfurt: 4XA) (WKN# A2N8RH) (“Aether” or the“Company”), a drone management and automation company, todayannounced that it has received all necessary approvals from the U.S.Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) and the U.S.Department of Defense (“DoD”) related to the transfer of theunderlying technology license for a modern Footwear Screening Platform(the “FSP”) from Arion Defense Inc. (“Arion”) to Aether,effective upon completion of Aether’s proposed acquisition of Arion(the “ProposedTransaction”). These approvals represent a keyregulatory milestone for the Proposed Transaction and are expected toenable Aether to assume the exclusive license to the FSP technologyonce the acquisition closes.

Through its pending acquisition of Arion, Aether plansto obtain rights to the exclusive FSP, a modern footwear scanningsystem licensed from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. The FSPuses millimeter-wave imaging combined with AI-enhanced analysis todetect concealed weapons, explosives, and contraband in footwearwithout requiring passengers to remove their shoes, enabling both high?throughput operations and consistent inspection of shoes thatmight otherwise bypass detailed screening.

The FSP is designed for deployment in high-throughputsecurity environments such as airports, transportation hubs and othercritical infrastructure locations where both security effectivenessand operational efficiency are priorities. Within Aether’s broaderplatform, the FSP will complement counter-UAS systems, ISR-enabledunmanned technologies and advanced screening solutions, supporting anintegrated approach to protecting air travel, borders, and otherhigh?value public andprivate sites.

“As we continue to work toward the Arion transaction,obtaining DHS and DoD approvals for the transfer of this license is acritical step in making the deal executable and in positioning Aetherto bring this technology to market,” said Rick Unrau, ChiefExecutive Officer of Aether. “Recent discussion around aviationscreening highlights the growing need for technologies that canstrengthen security while maintaining passenger experience andthroughput, and Arion’s footwear screening technology is designed toaddress that challenge while delivering the detailed threat detectionthat agencies and airport operators still require.”

As disclosed in Aether’s prior news releases datedDecember 10, 2025 and January 22, 2026, Aether has entered into aletter of intent (the “LOI”) with Arion, contemplating the ProposedTransaction. The LOI is non-binding and does not constitute adefinitive agreement. Completion of the Proposed Transaction remainssubject to a number of conditions, including, without limitation, thenegotiation and execution of definitive documentation, completion ofdue diligence to the satisfaction of the parties and receipt of allrequired corporate, regulatory, and Canadian Securities Exchange (the“Exchange”) approvals. There can be no assurance that the ProposedTransaction will be completed on the terms contemplated in the LOI orat all.

About Aether Global InnovationsCorp.

Aether Global Innovations Corp. (AETH) is a defense andsecurity technology company focused on unmanned systems, counter-dronesolutions, and advanced security scanning for critical infrastructureand high-value public and private sites. Aether operates a disciplinedplatform model, acquiring and partnering with proven operators thathave established revenue, intellectual property, and governmentrelationships, then scaling these assets through integration, capitaldeployment, and global distribution. By combining counter-UAVcapabilities, ISR-oriented unmanned systems, and advanced screeningtechnologies, Aether aims to deliver rapidly deployable,mission-focused solutions that enhance the safety, resilience, andoperational awareness of its customers. For more information, visit:www.aethergic.com.

ON BEHALF OF THE AETHER GLOBAL BOARDOF DIRECTORS

Rick Unrau

Chief Executive Officer

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Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains “forward-lookingstatements” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securitieslegislation, which are based on expectations, estimates andprojections as of the date of this news release. Forward-lookingstatements in this news release include, but are not limited to,statements with respect to: the consummation of the ProposedTransaction; planned integration of the FSP into Aether’s productsuite, including transfer of the license underlying the technology,and the strategy and business purpose thereof; functionality anduse-cases for the FSP; and demand for technologies that can strengthen security while maintainingpassenger experience and throughput.Forward-looking statements are often, but not always, identified bywords such as “anticipates”, “expects”, “plans”,“intends”, “believes”, “proposes”, “potential”,"scheduled", "may", "will","could", "would", "should","might", "project", "estimate","continue", "expect", "intend","forecast", "future", and similar expressions orthe negative of these terms or other comparable terminology.Forward-looking statements are based onmanagement’s current expectations, assumptions and beliefs,including assumptions regarding: the parties’ability to complete the Proposed Transaction;the anticipated opportunities and synergiesrelating to the FSP; and the functionality and use-cases for the FSP.Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks anduncertainties including, but not limited to: that the ProposedTransaction may not be completed in a timely manner or at all; thefailure to satisfy the conditions to the consummation of the ProposedTransaction; the ability of Aether or Arion to execute theirrespecting business plans and realize the benefits and opportunitiesfrom the Proposed Transaction and the FSP technology; general economicconditions; industry trends; and regulatory and exchange approvals.Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-lookingstatements, as actual results may differ materially from thoseexpressed or implied by such statements. Except as required byapplicable securities laws, the Company disclaims any intention orobligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whetheras a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

The Canadian Securities Exchange hasnot reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy oraccuracy of this release.

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