Yangyang Xu
Singularity Future TechnologyAbout Yangyang Xu
Yangyang Xu, age 40, is a Class III independent director of Singularity Future Technology Ltd. (SGLY) who was first elected on October 6, 2023 and re-elected by shareholders on July 1, 2025 to serve until the fiscal 2027 annual meeting or until a successor is duly elected and qualified . She holds a bachelor’s degree in management from Harbin University of Commerce (2006) and has significant experience in AI software and technology firms, including senior roles at SenseTime and Bus Online Technology . The Board has affirmatively determined Ms. Xu is independent under Nasdaq Listing Rules .
Past Roles
| Organization | Role | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing SenseTime Technology Development Co., Ltd. | Senior Customer Manager | May 2018 – present | Leading AI software company; focus on AI-empowered solutions |
| Bus Online Technology Co., Ltd. | General Manager of Communications | Feb 2011 – Apr 2018 | Manufacturing and distribution of electronic components |
| Beijing Sumavision Technology Co., Ltd. | Managerial Positions | Not disclosed | Technology/media infrastructure |
| Beijing Gallop Horse Film & Culture Development Group | Managerial Positions | Not disclosed | Media and culture |
External Roles
| Entity | Public Company Board? | Role | Committees/Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| SenseTime; Bus Online; Sumavision; Gallop Horse | No public company directorships disclosed | Operating/managerial roles | No external committee roles disclosed in proxy |
Board Governance
- Independence: Board determined Ms. Xu is independent under Nasdaq rules .
- Committee memberships and chair roles:
- Audit Committee: Members Xie (Chair), Zhao, Xu .
- Compensation Committee: Members Xu (Chair), Zhao, Xie .
- Corporate Governance Committee (Nominating): Members Zhao (Chair), Xie, Xu .
- Board activity cadence FY2024: Board met 1 time and acted 13 times by unanimous written consent . Audit Committee held 0 meetings and acted 1 time by unanimous written consent in FY2024 .
Fixed Compensation
| Fiscal Year | Fees Earned (Cash) ($) | Stock Awards ($) | Option Awards ($) | All Other ($) | Total ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2024 | 36,944 | - | - | - | 36,944 |
Performance Compensation
| Program/Plan | Terms | Performance Metrics | Status for Directors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Stock Incentive Plan | 630,523 shares reserved; up to 15% of issued and outstanding shares may be granted; administered by Compensation Committee | Committee may set performance goals for share awards; options and stock awards permitted | Plan approved by shareholders on July 1, 2025; no specific grants to Ms. Xu disclosed |
No director performance-based awards (RSUs/PSUs/options) or vesting schedules for Ms. Xu are disclosed for FY2024; her compensation was cash-only .
Other Directorships & Interlocks
| Person | Other Public Company Boards | Interlocks/Committee roles elsewhere |
|---|---|---|
| Yangyang Xu | None disclosed in proxy filings | None disclosed |
Expertise & Qualifications
- AI/technology experience: Senior customer manager at SenseTime since 2018 .
- Operations/communications experience: General manager of communications at Bus Online Technology (2011–2018) and managerial roles at Sumavision and Gallop Horse .
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in management, Harbin University of Commerce (2006) .
- Board leadership: Chairs SGLY Compensation Committee and serves on Audit and Corporate Governance Committees .
Equity Ownership
| Name | Beneficial Ownership (% of shares outstanding) | Shares Outstanding at Record Date |
|---|---|---|
| Yangyang Xu | <1% | 4,203,492 (Record Date June 9, 2025) |
No pledged shares, hedging, or insider derivative positions for Ms. Xu are disclosed in the reviewed proxy sections; related-party transaction disclosures do not identify her as a participant .
Shareholder Voting Outcomes (Engagement Signal)
| Item | For | Against | Abstain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Election of Yangyang Xu (Class III Director), July 1, 2025 | 1,860,816 | 2,309 | 633 |
| Advisory say-on-pay, July 1, 2025 | 1,851,680 | 11,733 | 345 |
| 2025 Incentive Plan approval, July 1, 2025 | 1,843,270 | 20,415 | 73 |
| Audit Alliance LLP ratification, July 1, 2025 | 1,924,104 | 1,194 | 206 |
Potential Conflicts & Related-Party Exposure
- Company-level related-party transactions were disclosed (advances and payables involving entities such as Zhejiang Jinbang, Shanghai Baoyin, LSM Trading, and Rich Trading), but Ms. Xu is not identified as a party to these transactions in the proxies reviewed .
- Special meeting approvals for capital issuance (warrants, units, settlement shares) reflect shareholder support for financing and litigation settlement; these are company-level matters, not personal conflicts, but they shape the governance environment .
Governance Assessment
- Strengths:
- Independence and committee leadership: Ms. Xu chairs the Compensation Committee and sits on Audit and Corporate Governance committees, positioning her to influence pay practices and oversight .
- Shareholder endorsement: Strong support in re-election vote (99.9%+ of votes cast for vs. against) and broad approvals for governance proposals at the 2025 annual meeting .
- Watch items / red flags:
- Formal meeting cadence: FY2024 records show only 1 Board meeting and 0 Audit Committee meetings (with actions by unanimous written consent), which may limit live oversight interaction despite decisions taken via consent .
- Company risk backdrop: Approval of large capital issuances and settlement shares signals financing and litigation resolution priorities; sustained board attention to dilution, investor alignment, and disclosure practices is warranted .
- Alignment:
- Director pay structure in FY2024 was cash-only with no equity grants disclosed; adoption of the 2025 Incentive Plan allows future equity-based alignment, with the Compensation Committee (chaired by Ms. Xu) controlling design and performance criteria .
Overall, Ms. Xu presents as an independent, AI-experienced director with compensation committee leadership, strong shareholder support, and no disclosed personal conflicts or related-party ties; governance focus should include enhancing committee meeting frequency and calibrating equity-based director alignment under the newly approved plan .