COPPER GIANT ENGAGES APEX GEOSCIENCE LTD TO LEAD UPDATED MINERAL RESOURCE ESTIMATE FOR MOCOA PROJECT

Executive Summary

• Copper Giant has engaged Apex Geoscience Ltd. to prepare an updated NI 43‑101 compliant mineral resource estimate for the Mocoa copper‑molybdenum project in southern Colombia.
• The new model will incorporate data from at least ten additional drill holes (~10,000 m), 2025 metallurgical results, refined density data, and revised three‑year trailing metal price ratios for copper and molybdenum.
• Copper Giant also entered into a 24‑month Analytics & AI Software Services Agreement with Orbiton Capital, paying $85,000 USD upfront for strategic advice and marketing services.

Key Details

• Consultant Engagement: Apex Geoscience Ltd., an independent geological consulting firm, will lead the updated NI 43‑101 Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE).
• Data Additions: ≥10 new drill holes (~10,000 m) completed since the 2022 resource, plus 2025 metallurgical test work and refined density models.
• Economic Assumptions: Revised three‑year trailing price ratios for copper and molybdenum will be applied to align with current market conditions.
• Scope of Work: Re‑evaluate high‑grade domains, update block‑model parameters, and establish a framework for future engineering‑level studies.
• Qualified Person (QP): Michael Dufresne, M.Sc., P.Geol., P.Geo., President & CEO of Apex, will act as the QP for the updated estimate.
• Company QP Review: Edwin Naranjo Sierra, Vice‑President of Exploration (Copper Giant), has reviewed and approved the technical information in this release.
• Orbiton Capital Agreement: 24‑month term; $85,000 USD upfront payment; services include strategic advice, digital media buying, and marketing distribution. No performance‑based compensation or stock options are included.
• Regulatory Note: Retention of Orbiton is subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval.

Notable Quotes

“This update is about precision and readiness,” said Ian Harris, President & CEO of Copper Giant. “Apex Geoscience brings the independence and depth of experience needed to capture the full value of the work completed over the past two years.”