Employee Share Option Scheme

EMPLOYEE SHARE OPTION SCHEME

This Employee Share Option Scheme (the "Scheme") sets forth the terms and conditions under which the Employer grants stock options to the Employee. The Scheme is governed by the provisions below and by any plan rules adopted by the Employer's Board of Directors or Compensation Committee.

Personal Information

Position Information

Start date:   Employee ID (if any):

Employment History

Education

Graduation date:

References

Scheme Details — Grant

Number of Options granted:   Grant date:

Exercise price per share: $   Option term (years):

Method of exercise (select all permitted):
Cash payment    Cashless exercise (subject to plan rules)    Exercise by surrender of previously owned shares

Vesting, Forfeiture and Termination

Unless otherwise expressly provided by the Administrator, options shall vest only as set forth in the vesting schedule. If employment terminates prior to full vesting, unvested options are forfeited except where expressly accelerated. Cliff period (months): .

Termination for cause: all unvested and unexercised options shall be forfeited as of the termination date. Termination without cause: vested options remain exercisable for the post-termination exercise period provided by the plan; unvested options are forfeited unless otherwise determined by the Administrator.

Death or permanent disability: vested options shall be exercisable by the legal representative for a period of months following death or disability, unless the Plan specifies otherwise.

Change of control: upon a change of control, options shall be treated in accordance with Plan provisions and the Administrator's determinations, which may include acceleration of vesting, assumption or substitution of options, or cash-out. Proposed acceleration (if any):

Taxes and Withholding

Employee acknowledges that the exercise of options and subsequent disposition of shares may give rise to tax liabilities. The Employer is authorized to withhold taxes due upon exercise, vesting or disposition by withholding payroll, requiring payment by the Employee, or by any method permitted under the Plan. Withholding method to be applied:

Transferability and Restrictions

Options are non-transferable except by will or the laws of descent and distribution. Shares issued on exercise are subject to any applicable transfer restrictions, lock-up agreements, and the Company's insider trading policies. Employee agrees to comply with any required securities law restrictions and to complete any necessary documentation requested by the Administrator.

Administration

The Scheme shall be administered by the Board or its Compensation Committee (the "Administrator"). The Administrator shall have full power to construe and interpret the Scheme and the terms of any grant. Administrator or committee name (if applicable):

Governing Law

This Scheme and any disputes arising under it shall be governed by the laws of the state or jurisdiction specified below, without regard to conflict of law principles. Governing law:

Acknowledgements and Representations

Employee represents and warrants that Employee has received a copy of the Scheme documentation, has read and understands the Plan and the terms of this grant, and that Employee has consulted with tax and legal advisors if desired. Employee acknowledges that no oral statements by the Employer modify the Plan or this grant.

Legal Disclosures — Employment Status

At-Will Employment: Nothing in this Scheme shall be construed to alter the at-will employment relationship between Employee and Employer unless expressly set forth in a separate written employment agreement signed by both parties.

Equal Opportunity: Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. Employee affirms that all employment-related information provided to Employer is true and complete.

Applicant Certification and Authorizations

I certify that all information provided in this document is true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that misrepresentation or omission of material facts may result in forfeiture of options or other disciplinary action.

Authorization: I authorize the Employer to contact prior employers and references listed above and to obtain background checks and any other investigatory reports required in relation to my employment and eligibility to participate in the Scheme. I consent to any necessary background investigation, subject to applicable law.

Consent to Background Check: I consent to background and reference checks as described above.

Miscellaneous

Severability: If any provision of this Scheme is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Entire agreement: This document, together with the Plan and any applicable award agreement, constitutes the entire agreement regarding the grant of options described herein.

Notices: Any notices required by this Scheme shall be in writing and delivered in accordance with the Employer's standard notice procedures.

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