Dryden Gold Qualifies to Upgrade to the OTCQX Market

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Dryden Gold (OTCQX: DRYGF) qualified for an upgrade from the OTCQB to the OTCQX Market and began trading on OTCQX on February 24, 2026 under the same symbol DRYGF.

The upgrade signals that the company met OTCQX financial and governance standards and aims to increase visibility and trading optionality for U.S. investors.

Positive

• Upgrade to OTCQX effective February 24, 2026
• Same ticker retained as DRYGF, avoiding investor confusion
• Improved U.S. visibility and access to Real-Time Level 2 quotes on otcmarkets.com
• Signals compliance with higher financial and governance standards

Negative

• None.

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 24, 2026) - Dryden Gold Corp. (TSXV: DRY) (OTCQX: DRYGF) (FSE: X7W) ("Dryden Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that the Company has qualified to be upgraded to the OTCQX from the OTCQB. Dryden Gold's shares begin trading today on OTCQX with the same symbol "DRYGF." U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.

OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM) is the operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities. The OTCQX Market is designed for established, investor-focused U.S. and international companies. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance, and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws. Graduating to the OTCQX Market from the OTCQB Market marks an important milestone for Dryden Gold enabling the Company to demonstrate their qualifications and build visibility among U.S. investors.

Trey Wasser, Dryden Gold's CEO commented, "We are pleased to upgrade to OTCQX and provide improved trading optionality for US shareholders as our 2026 marketing efforts focus on the US markets."

ABOUT DRYDEN GOLD CORP.

Dryden Gold Corp. is an exploration company focused on the discovery of high-grade gold mineralization and is listed on the TSX Venture Exchange: ("DRY"), on the OTCQB marketplace: ("DRYGF") and on the FSE: ("X7W "). The Company has a strong management team and Board of Directors comprised of experienced individuals with a track record of building shareholder value through property acquisition and consolidation, exploration success, and mergers and acquisitions. Dryden Gold controls a 100% interest in a dominant strategic land position in the Dryden District of Northwestern Ontario. Dryden Gold's property package includes historic gold mines but has seen limited modern exploration. The property hosts high-grade gold mineralization over 50km of potential strike length along the Manitou-Dinorwic deformation zone. The property has excellent infrastructure, enjoys collaborative relationships with First Nations communities and benefits from proximity to an experienced mining workforce.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Trey Wasser, CEO Email: twasser@drydengold.com Phone: 940-368-8337  Ashley Robinson, Dir of Corporate Communications Email: ir@drydengold.com | Phone: 604-764-7493

Maura Kolb, M.Sc. P. Geo., President Email: mjkolb@drydengold.com Social: Linktree Website: www.drydengold.com

 

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

The information contained herein contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to: receipt of corporate and regulatory approvals, issuance of common shares; future development plans; and the business and operations of Dryden Gold. Forward-looking statements relate to information that is based on assumptions of management, forecasts of future results, and estimates of amounts not yet determinable. Any statements that express predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions or future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as "expects", or "does not expect", "is expected", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", "plans", "budget", "scheduled", "forecasts", "estimates", "believes" or "intends" or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results "may" or "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be "forward-looking statements." Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual events or results to differ from those reflected in the forward-looking statements, including, without limitation: risks related to failure to obtain adequate financing on a timely basis and on acceptable terms; political and regulatory risks associated with mining and exploration; risks related to the maintenance of stock exchange listings including receipt of TSX Venture Exchange approval for the offering; risks related to environmental regulation and liability; the potential for delays in exploration or development activities; the uncertainty of profitability; risks and uncertainties relating to the interpretation of drill results, the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits; risks related to the inherent uncertainty of production and cost estimates and the potential for unexpected costs and expenses; the possibility that future exploration, development or mining results will not be consistent with the Company's expectations; risks related to commodity price fluctuations; and other risks and uncertainties related to the Company's prospects, properties and business detailed elsewhere in Dryden Gold's and the Company's disclosure record. Should one or more of these risks and uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned against attributing undue certainty to forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and Dryden Gold and the Company do not assume any obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances. Actual events or results could differ materially from Dryden Gold's and the Company's expectations or projections.

To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/284945

FAQ

What does Dryden Gold's February 24, 2026 upgrade to OTCQX (DRYGF) mean for shareholders?

The upgrade means DRYGF now trades on the higher-tier OTCQX market, offering potential visibility benefits. According to Dryden Gold, this qualification reflects meeting stricter financial and governance standards and aims to improve trading optionality and accessibility for U.S. investors.

Will Dryden Gold change its ticker when moving to OTCQX on February 24, 2026 (DRYGF)?

No, Dryden Gold retained the same ticker DRYGF when it began OTCQX trading on February 24, 2026. According to Dryden Gold, the company continues trading under the same symbol to avoid shareholder confusion and preserve continuity.

Where can U.S. investors find Dryden Gold (DRYGF) quotes after the OTCQX upgrade on February 24, 2026?

U.S. investors can view current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes on otcmarkets.com. According to Dryden Gold, OTC Markets provides real-time pricing and regulatory disclosure for companies listed on OTCQX.

Why did Dryden Gold pursue qualification for the OTCQX market for DRYGF on February 24, 2026?

Dryden Gold pursued OTCQX qualification to demonstrate compliance with higher standards and expand U.S. market visibility. According to Dryden Gold, the move supports 2026 marketing efforts focused on U.S. investors and improves trading optionality.

Does qualifying for OTCQX mean Dryden Gold met specific requirements for DRYGF on February 24, 2026?

Yes, qualifying for OTCQX indicates compliance with higher financial, governance, and securities-law standards required by the market. According to Dryden Gold, meeting those standards enabled the company to graduate from OTCQB to OTCQX.