Quantum Battery Metals Corp. Provides Update on LIFE Financing

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Quantum Battery Metals (OTC: BRVVF) updated its listed issuer financing exemption (LIFE) offering on February 18, 2026. The company reduced the maximum Offered Units to 1,750,000 units at $0.29 per unit for maximum gross proceeds of $507,500.

The company disclosed it is currently on the British Columbia Securities Commission default issuer list and has halted the LIFE financing until outstanding continuous disclosure items are resolved and filed. The offering document has now been filed and is available under the company's profile on SEDAR+. Further updates will be provided as appropriate.

Positive

• Offering document filed and available on SEDAR+
• Company intends to resume LIFE financing after disclosure filings

Negative

• Included on British Columbia Securities Commission default issuer list
• LIFE financing halted until continuous disclosure items resolved
• Maximum offering reduced to 1,750,000 units for $507,500

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 18, 2026) - Quantum Battery Metals Corp. (CSE: QBAT) (OTC Pink: BRVVF) (FSE: 23B) ("Quantum" or the "Company") provides an update to its previously announced listed issuer financing exemption ("LIFE") offering.

Following further review to ensure compliance with paragraph 5A.2(e) of National Instrument 45-106 – Prospectus Exemptions, the Company has reduced the maximum offering to 1,750,000 units of the Company (the "Offered Units") at a price of $0.29 per Offered Unit, for maximum gross proceeds of up to $507,500.

The Company further announces that it is currently included on the British Columbia Securities Commission's default issuer list. As a result, the Company will halt the LIFE financing until further notice. The Company intends to resume the financing once the outstanding continuous disclosure items have been resolved and filed.

In addition, the Company wishes to clarify that while it previously announced that the LIFE offering document had been filed, the document was not uploaded at that time. The Company confirms that the offering document has now been filed and is available under the Company's profile on SEDAR+.

The Company will provide further updates as appropriate.

About Quantum Battery Metals Corp.

Quantum Battery Metals Corp. is focused on the exploration and development of battery metals projects critical to the growing electric vehicle and renewable energy sectors. The Company is committed to responsible exploration and value-driven growth.

On Behalf of the Board of Directors

"David Greenway"

David Greenway
Chief Financial Officer and Director

For further information, please contact:

400 – 837 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 3N6
Phone: 604.629.2936
Email: info@quantumbatterymetalscorp.com

Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the CSE) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Forward-Looking Information

This news release includes certain statements that may be deemed "forward-looking statements." All statements in this release, other than statements of historical facts, that address events or developments that Quantum Battery Metals Corp. (the "Company") expects to occur are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are generally, but not always, identified by words such as "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "believes," "intends," "estimates," "projects," "potential," or similar expressions, or statements that events or conditions "will," "would," "may," "could," or "should" occur.

Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, without limitation, market prices, exploration and exploitation risks, availability of capital and financing, regulatory approvals, and general economic, market, or business conditions.

Forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs, estimates, and opinions of management as of the date of this news release. Except as required by applicable securities laws, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/284391

FAQ

Why did Quantum Battery Metals (BRVVF) reduce the LIFE offering to 1,750,000 units?

They reduced the offering to ensure compliance with paragraph 5A.2(e) of National Instrument 45-106. According to the company, the change followed additional review to align the LIFE offering with that specific regulatory requirement.

What does being on the BC default issuer list mean for BRVVF financing?

Being on the default issuer list caused the company to halt the LIFE financing immediately. According to the company, financing will remain paused until outstanding continuous disclosure items are resolved and filed.

Has Quantum Battery Metals filed the LIFE offering document for BRVVF and where is it available?

Yes; the company confirms the LIFE offering document has been filed and is now available on SEDAR+. According to the company, investors can access the document under the company's SEDAR+ profile.

What are the terms of the revised LIFE offering for BRVVF and total potential proceeds?

The revised offer is for 1,750,000 Offered Units at $0.29 per unit, totaling up to $507,500. According to the company, that represents the maximum gross proceeds under the reduced offering.

When will Quantum Battery Metals (BRVVF) resume the LIFE financing?

The company did not set a date and will resume financing after required filings are completed. According to the company, financing will restart once the outstanding continuous disclosure items have been resolved and filed.