Beijing, October 12, 2026 / PRNewswire / -- Yiren Digital Ltd (New York Stock Exchange ticker: YRD) (hereinafter referred to as “Yiren Digital” or “the Company”) announced today that it has become aware of a police notice issued on October 12, 2026, stating that Mr. Ning Tang, the Company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, has been subject to criminal coercive measures in connection with an investigation involving some related parties of the Company’s controlling shareholders. The Company has not yet received any official notification from the relevant authorities regarding this investigation; therefore, it is currently unable to comment on the nature, progress, timeline, or possible outcomes of this investigation, nor on any related legal proceedings.

The investigation and the criminal coercive measures taken against Mr. Ning Tang may affect or prevent him from fulfilling his duties as the Chairman and CEO of the company for an extended period. Furthermore, although the investigation, any related legal proceedings, and any law enforcement actions that may result are not directly related to the company's business, they could still lead to negative public opinion and have a significant adverse impact on the company's reputation, business, financial condition, and operating performance.

The company maintains the normal operation of its business and continues to be committed to ensuring regulatory compliance on the platform. The company's board of directors and management will continue to supervise the company's operations and will implement appropriate emergency plans based on the progress of the investigation and its potential impact on the company's management, operations, and governance.

About Yiren Digital

Yiren Digital Ltd is a leading enterprise that focuses on fintech and artificial intelligence innovation in multiple industries across China and the global market. The company utilizes advanced artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to enhance customer experience, optimize capital efficiency, and expand financial inclusivity. With the completion of regulatory filings for its self-developed large language model “Zhiyu” and the significant enhancement of its MagiCube Agent platform, Yiren Digital is building new growth engines and accelerating its evolution towards a AI native, multi-industry operation platform that surpasses traditional financial services. For more information, please visit https://ir.yiren.com.

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