Exploits Discovery Announces Name Change and Corporate Update

Executive Summary

• Exploits Discovery Corp. will change its corporate name to Epic Gold Corp. and adopt the ticker symbol EPG upon completion.
• The company announced an extension of its winter drill program at the Fenton Project by up to 2,000 m, bringing total planned drilling to roughly 5,000 m for the season.
• President & CEO Rod Husband received 1,000,000 incentive stock options at $0.075 per share, exercisable through February 10 2029.

Key Details

• Name Change: Legal name will become Epic Gold Corp.; trading symbol to change from NFLD/NFLDF to EPG once the amendment is filed and approved.
• Strategic Roadmap 2026:
• Emphasis on technical evaluation, rapid execution, disciplined capital allocation, and transparent communication.
• Near‑term priorities include advancing high‑priority exploration targets, refining geological models, and evaluating additional acquisition/investment opportunities.
• Exploration Update – Fenton Project (Quebec):
• Approximately 3,000 m already drilled.
• Winter drill program to be extended by up to an additional 2,000 m, focusing on:
  • Confirming and expanding high‑grade surface mineralization outside the main zone.
  • Testing sulphide‑rich geophysical targets with similar footprints to the main zone.
  • Following up newly identified surface anomalies.
• Phase 1 Evaluation – Wilson, Benoist, Hawkins Projects: Ongoing review using updated geological models and historic/current geophysical, geochemical, and geological data; results will guide future follow‑up programs.
• Acquisition/Investment Outlook: Company continues to evaluate potential acquisition or investment opportunities that promise the highest risk‑adjusted returns.
• Balance Sheet Position: Approximately $15 M in cash and equivalents, supporting continued exploration and potential transactions.
• Conference Appearances (Q1 2026):
• Red Cloud Pre‑PDAC Mining Showcase – Toronto, Feb 26‑27.
• Metals Investor Forum – Toronto, Feb 27‑28.
• PDAC Convention – Toronto, Mar 1‑4.
• Stock Option Grant: Under the Omnibus Long‑Term Incentive Plan, Rod Husband granted options to purchase 1,000,000 common shares at $0.075 per share, exercisable on or before Feb 10 2029.
• Qualified Person: Mark Richardson, P.Geo (OGQ Permit No. 10929) reviewed and approved the technical information in accordance with NI 43‑101.

Notable Quotes

“Our immediate team priorities are clear: technical evaluation, speed of execution, budget discipline, and transparent communication.” – Rod Husband, President & CEO

All forward‑looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties; actual results may differ materially.