NetDragon Achieves “A” Rating in Wind ESG Assessment, Demonstrating Strong Commitment to Sustainable Development Principles

(Hong Kong, 23 July, 2025) NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited (“NetDragon” or the“Company”, Hong Kong Stock Code: 777), a global leader in building internet communities,is pleased to announce that it has achieved an “A” rating in the latest 2025 ESG assessmentconductedbyWindInformationCo.,Ltd(“Wind”),inrecognitionofitsoutstandingperformance in environmental protection, social responsibility, and corporate governance.Wind defines an “A” rated company as one with high management standards, low ESG risks,and strong capabilities for sustainable development. Among the 105 listed softwarecompanies assessed this year, NetDragon ranked 6th. The Company also achieved scoresabove the industry average across all three dimensions: Environment, Social, andGovernance, underscoring its comprehensive strength and leading position in sustainability.

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Wind is a leading provider of financial data and analytics services in China. The Wind ESGRatingframeworkiscomposedofassessmenttowardsmanagerialpracticesandcontroversy events, aligning with the foundation of international standards while adapting tothe characteristics of China’s capital market. Leveraging its strong data capabilities, Windhas constructed a data‑ driven ESG rating system that currently covers more than 12,000corporate entities in the Greater China region, including all A‑ share and Hong Kong‑ listedcompanies, as well as public bond issuers.

NetDragon has consistently integrated sustainability into its business operations and productdevelopment. The Company is committed to fulfilling its social responsibilities, enhancinggovernancestructures,anddrivingindustry-wideandsocietalprogressthroughtechnological innovation and global expansion. Through a wide range of initiatives,NetDragon continues to advance sustainability: in environmental protection, it activelyexplores best practices in energy conservation, carbon reduction, and green operations.NetDragon’s digital education products are deployed in over 2 million classrooms across 192

countries, fostering the global adoption of green education concepts. On the social front, theCompany promotes philanthropic programs, advances education equity, and enhancespublic welfare through its distinctive “Gaming + Philanthropy” model, integrating digitalinnovationwithmeaningfulsocialimpact.InJune,NetDragonpartneredwiththeXishuangbanna Tropical Rainforest Conservation Foundation to launch the “Towards theFuture: Asian Elephant Rescue Action (象往未来·亚洲象救助行动),” leveraging gamifiedfeatures in Eudemons Online to raise public awareness of wildlife protection. In corporategovernance, NetDragon adheres to transparent, robust, and compliant governance practices,continuously creating long‑ term value in line with ESG principles.

Through its ongoing commitment to ESG excellence, NetDragon has garnered broadrecognition from both the industry and the wider community. The Company received “BBB”in MSCI ESG rating, surpassing the industry average in the “Privacy and Data Security”category. Furthermore, NetDragon was rated as a “low risk” company by the reputable ratingagency Morningstar Sustainalytics, placing it among the top performers in the software andservices industry. Recently, NetDragon’s digital education solutions won the “EducationInnovation & Technology – Rising Star Award” at the “2025 Hong Kong SustainableDevelopment Innovation and Technology Awards,” organized by the World Institute ofSustainable Development Planners (WISDP) and sponsored by the Innovation andTechnology Commission of the Government of the HKSAR. NetDragon’s innovative casewas also included in the 2025 Hong Kong Sustainable Development Innovation &Technology Solutions Report.

Looking ahead, NetDragon will continue to advance its ESG initiatives by enhancingmanagement practices and disclosure standards, and furthering the development of its“Gaming+” model and digital education innovations. The Company aims to collaborateclosely with global partners to promote cultural heritage, environmental sustainability, andeducational equity, thereby creating long‑ term, sustainable value for both society and theenvironment.

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About NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited  

NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited (HKSE: 0777) is a global leader in building internetcommunities with a long track record of developing and scaling multiple internet and mobileplatforms that impact hundreds of millions of users, including previous establishments ofChina’s first online gaming portal, 17173.com, and China’s most influential smartphone appstore platform, 91 Wireless.   

Established in 1999, NetDragon is one of the most reputable and well-known online gamedevelopers in China with a history of successful game titles including Eudemons Online,Heroes Evolved, Conquer Online, and Under Oath. In the past 10 years, NetDragon has alsoachieved success with its online education business both domestically and globally, and itsoverseas education business entity, currently a U.S.-listed subsidiary named Mynd.ai, is aglobal leader in interactive technology and its award-winning interactive displays andsoftware can be found in more than 1 million learning and training spaces across 126countries.  

For investor enquiries, please contact:  

NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited  

Ms. Maggie Zhou
Senior Director of Investor Relations  
Email: maggiezhou@nd.com.hk  / ir@netdragon.com   
Website: ir.netdragon.com