Second Quarter 2023 Earnings

August 10, 2023

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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

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BASIS OF PRESENTATION

This presentation includes discussions of Adjusted EBITDA and Free Cash Flow, which are financial measures that are not calculated in accordance with GAAP. For more information regarding Adjusted EBITDA please see slides 25-26 and for Free Cash Flow please see slide 30.

Business updates

Key investor takeaways

Making strong progress executing on 2023 key priorities, including expanding crypto platform, activating and broadening client network and strategically allocating capital

Winning new custody and crypto trading clients and building strategic alliances, as the synergies of our newly expanded crypto capabilities and best-in-class infrastructure resonates with market participants

Expanding into new international markets

Delivering solid results for our existing loyalty clients as we work together to grow volume

Prudent expense management resulting in improved gross profit margins. We are updating our full year 2023 operating and free cash flow (non-GAAP) outlook; operating cash flow expected to improve over 20% from prior guidance

End-to-end crypto capabilities

From onramps to advanced trading and secure custody

CRYPTO CUSTODY

  • Secure custody of assets, founded in traditional finance and built to uphold shifting regulatory standards
  • Regulated by NYDFS as a limited- purpose trust company
  • Reliable infrastructure with multi- layered security for streamlined management
  • Disaster Recovery Services provide encrypted backup package storage to help ensure customer funds are safe and recoverable

CRYPTO TRADING

  • Curated, secure, and regulated trading API and UI options to activate trading responsibly
  • Deep liquidity provides unparalleled liquidity and price quality and 100% uptime
  • Seamless integration & customer experience enables clients to integrate ~45 days, instant funds settlement and failover protection
  • Capabilities include coin transfer, advanced order management system and multiple fee structures
  • Fiat onramps via ACH, debit card, and wire transfer
  • Innovative ways for consumers to access crypto including rewards from redemptions and earning or by getting paid in crypto

LOYALTY REDEMPTION

  • Full spectrum of content for loyalty redemption including Apple products & other merchandise, travel & experiences and gift cards
  • Flexible turnkey solutions efficiently built to drive loyalty and engagement

Institutional-grade, risk, security and compliance-focused technology platform built to embed into client and partner experiences

* Subject to regulatory approval

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