OpenText Announces IRS Matter Settlement

- Open Text Corporation (NASDAQ: OTEX), (TSX: OTEX), "The Information Company," today announced that on December 21, 2020 the Company entered into a closing agreement with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) resolving all of the previously disclosed proposed adjustments to its taxable income for Fiscal 2010 and Fiscal 2012 (the "IRS Settlement").

In connection with the IRS Settlement, against the IRS' total disputed claim value of approximately $830 million , estimated as of December 31, 2020 and inclusive of proposed accrued interest at applicable statutory rates, OpenText will make aggregate payments of approximately $290 million to the IRS in U.S. federal taxes and interest. The IRS Settlement also eliminates approximately $90 million in future withholding taxes that OpenText had expected to pay over the next 10 years.

The Company expects the IRS Settlement to result in an approximately $290 million charge to GAAP-based net income (loss) for the second quarter of Fiscal 2021 ending December 31, 2020 , and the Company expects to make payments to the IRS of approximately $290 million in the third quarter of Fiscal 2021, ending March 31, 2021 .  In connection with the IRS Settlement, the Company also expects to make certain associated State tax and interest payments of approximately $10 million to $15 million throughout calendar 2021.

OpenText believes the IRS Settlement to be in the best interest of all stakeholders, as it closes all past, present and future items related to this matter. The IRS Settlement provides finality to this longstanding matter.

About OpenText

OpenText, The Information Company™, enables organizations to gain insight through market leading information management solutions, on-premises or in the cloud. For more information about OpenText (NASDAQ: OTEX, TSX: OTEX) visit opentext.com.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this press release, including statements about the timing of payments in connection with the IRS Settlement, anticipated impact on financial results, associated State tax and interest payments, and other matters, may be considered forward-looking statements or information under applicable securities laws. These statements are based on OpenText's current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about the operating environment, economies and markets in which the Company operates. These statements are subject to important assumptions, risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict, and the actual outcome may be materially different. OpenText's assumptions, although considered reasonable by the company at the date of this press release, may prove to be inaccurate and consequently its actual results could differ materially from the expectations set out herein. For additional information with respect to risks and other factors which could occur, see OpenText's Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other securities filings with the SEC and other securities regulators. Unless otherwise required by applicable securities laws, OpenText disclaims any intention or obligations to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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For more information, please contact:

Harry E. Blount
Senior Vice President, Global Head of Investor Relations
Open Text Corporation
415-963-0825
investors@opentext.com

Copyright ©2020 Open Text. OpenText is a trademark or registered trademark of Open Text. The list of trademarks is not exhaustive of other trademarks. Registered trademarks, product names, company names, brands and service names mentioned herein are property of Open Text. All rights reserved. For more information, visit: https://www.opentext.com/who-we-are/copyright-information .

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Information Management Experts Gather to Explore How AI Elevates Human Potential at OpenText World Europe 2024

OpenText™ (NASDAQ: OTEX), (TSX: OTEX), the information company, is set to host OpenText World Europe 2024 April 15 18, 2024, with a series of in-person customer conferences taking place in London Munich and Paris . The event series will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and customers to discuss how technology can enable global organizations to build for growth, experience, and sustainability.

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"AI is revolutionizing the business world as a force multiplier for human potential. At the center of this force is trust and authenticity. Our enterprise customers need trusted, governed data to fuel the possibilities of AI. When advanced cloud technologies are applied securely to private data, organizations can get newfound value from their existing IP and begin to build trust with autonomous decisions from AI," said Mark J. Barrenechea , CEO and CTO, OpenText. "At OpenText World Europe, we look forward to showcasing how our OpenText Aviator solutions are empowering organizations to redefine roles and elevate their employees to be their best."

OpenText World Europe will provide an inspiring overview of the company's next generation developments in the cloud and at the edge. From IOT to AI-persona assistants, the innovations to be unveiled will inspire attendees to reimagine their daily work and experiences. From the CIO to the software quality engineer to the IT service manager to insurance claims agent – tomorrow's workplace will be transformed by bringing together automation and AI to disrupt our traditional cultures of knowledge.

Attendees will also learn more about OpenText Aviator – the company's family of generative AI capabilities that leverage large language models (LLMs) and private data sets to solve specific use cases. Attendees will learn first-hand from experts detailing their experiences implementing industry-specific solutions, and challenges they overcame along the way.

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  • London : April 15th , QEII Centre, Central London
  • Munich : April 16-17th , MOC – Event Center Messe Munich
  • Paris : April 18th , Maison de la Chimie, Central Paris

Event Highlights:

  • A keynote from OpenText CEO & CTO Mark J. Barrenechea, on AI as a force multiplier for human potential and how our next generation of information management, Edge, AI, and Security are solving tomorrow's most complex problems.
  • A keynote from Chief Product Officer Muhi Majzoub, who will dive into OpenText's cloud roadmap with Titanium X to showcase how security, trust, and governance are at the center of serving our customers.
  • Distinguished customer speakers including Carsten Trapp , CIO, Carl Zeiss , set to take center stage in Munich , and Leon Van Niekerk , Senior Manager of Test Center of Excellence, Pick-N-Pay, presenting in both London and Paris , will demonstrate how their work with OpenText has propelled their organizations forward and provide their unique industry perspectives on the future challenges and opportunities presented by AI.
  • Guest speaker Bertrand Piccard, the force behind Solar Impulse, the first airplane to fly around the world without a drop of fuel, will highlight the environmental protection goals of his recently launched World Alliance for Efficient Solutions, sharing how he envisions ecology through the lens of profitability, promoting clean and profitable solutions that are "logical" more than just "eco-logical".
  • Breakout sessions featuring updates on the combination of Aviator with each of the OpenText clouds – AI & Analytics, Content Services, Business Network, Digital Experience, Cybersecurity, IT Operations Management (ITOM) and Application Delivery Management (ADM).
  • Turbo talks that dive into the market trends, challenges, and areas of strategic interest that matter most to organizations in Europe.
  • Interactive labs offering the opportunity to experience the latest OpenText innovations, complete training courses, and contribute to product roadmaps.
  • Extensive networking opportunities to connect with OpenText experts, partners and industry peers throughout all the events.

Registration is now open, and the full agendas are available for OpenText World Europe – London , Munich and Paris . Come reimagine work with OpenText and chart your journey to the Future of AI.

About OpenText

OpenText, The Information Company™, enables organizations to gain insight through market leading information management solutions, powered by OpenText Cloud Editions. For more information about OpenText (NASDAQ: OTEX, TSX: OTEX) visit opentext.com

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Certain statements in this press release may contain words considered forward-looking statements or information under applicable securities laws. These statements are based on OpenText's current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about the operating environment, economies and markets in which the company operates. These statements are subject to important assumptions, risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict, and the actual outcome may be materially different. OpenText's assumptions, although considered reasonable by the company at the date of this press release, may prove to be inaccurate and consequently its actual results could differ materially from the expectations set out herein. For additional information with respect to risks and other factors which could occur, see OpenText's Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other securities filings with the SEC and other securities regulators. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Unless otherwise required by applicable securities laws, OpenText disclaims any intention or obligations to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Further, readers should note that we may announce information using our website, press releases, securities law filings, public conference calls, webcasts and the social media channels identified on the Investors section of our website ( https://investors.opentext.com ). Such social media channels may include the Company's or our CEO's blog, Twitter account or LinkedIn account. The information posted through such channels may be material. Accordingly, readers should monitor such channels in addition to our other forms of communication.

Copyright © 2024 OpenText. All Rights Reserved. Trademarks owned by OpenText. One or more patents may cover this product(s). For more information, please visit https://www.opentext.com/patents .

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