Impact Silver Intersects 18.83% ZnEq Over 4.95m Including 25.57% ZnEq Over 1.33m at the Plomosas Mine

Rhea-AI Summary

3iQ Corp announced that three of its ETFs — BTCQ (Bitcoin ETF), ETHQ (Ether Staking ETF) and SOLQ (Solana Staking ETF) — were added to the Ball Metaverse Index on Sept 22, 2025. As a result, Roundhill's Ball Metaverse ETF (NYSE: METV) has allocated over $40 million across those three 3iQ ETFs, creating increased exposure to leading crypto assets in METV's portfolio.

The release highlights ETHQ as North America’s first ETF to incorporate staking rewards into Ether strategies and notes distribution restrictions in the United States and prospectus risk disclosures.

Positive

• Inclusion in Ball Metaverse Index increases ETF visibility
• Roundhill allocated $40 million+ across BTCQ, ETHQ, SOLQ
• ETHQ first North American ETF to include staking rewards

Negative

• Securities not registered for offer or sale in the United States
• ETFs are not guaranteed; values change frequently per prospectus

Key Figures

Allocation to 3iQ ETFs over $40 million Held across BTCQ, ETHQ, SOLQ by Roundhill Ball Metaverse ETF

Sector ETF launch rank 2nd largest Roundhill Ball Metaverse ETF sector launch ranking in the U.S. in 2021

3iQ founding year 2012 Year 3iQ was founded

Roundhill founding year 2018 Year Roundhill Investments was founded

Monex majority stake year 2024 Year Monex Group took majority stake in 3iQ

Units in prior placement 44,444,446 units C$16.0M bought deal private placement (Sep 17, 2025)

Private placement size C$16.0 million Gross proceeds of bought deal LIFE private placement

Underwriter fees C$1.04 million Fees paid on C$16.0M private placement

Market Reality Check

$19.12 Last Close

Volume Volume 2,044,722 is 3.17x the 20-day average 644,427, signaling elevated trading interest. high

Technical Price 0.2651 is trading above the 200-day MA at 0.19, indicating a pre-existing upward bias.

Peers on Argus

Peers show mixed moves, with EXNRF down 0.75%, KUYAF down 1.87%, SLVRF up 12.84%, EMUSF slightly down, and BHLL slightly up, suggesting stock-specific factors rather than a unified silver-sector trend.

Historical Context

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Nov 20	Drill results	Positive	-6.3%	High-grade Juarez Zone underground drill results outside prior resource blocks.
Sep 17	Financing	Negative	-4.9%	C$16.0M bought deal private placement with units and accompanying warrants.
Sep 09	Equity plan	Neutral	+3.9%	Shareholder approval of rolling up-to-10% omnibus equity incentive plan.
Aug 25	Earnings update	Positive	-2.1%	Q2 2025 results with higher revenue, improved income, and no long-term debt.
Jul 29	Drill results	Positive	-2.8%	High-grade Santo Domingo Zone drilling expanding mineralization beyond mine workings.

Pattern Detected

Recent history shows multiple cases where seemingly positive drilling and financial updates were followed by negative or muted price reactions, while a dilutive financing aligned with a short-term price drop.

Recent Company History

Over the last six months, IMPACT Silver reported several high-grade Plomosas drill results on Jul 29 and Nov 20, 2025, both followed by share price declines despite strong ZnEq intersections outside prior resource blocks. A Q2 2025 earnings release on Aug 25 highlighted $9.8M quarterly revenue and improved mine operating income, yet the stock still traded lower. A C$16.0M bought deal private placement on Sep 17 coincided with a negative reaction, while approval of an equity incentive plan on Sep 9 saw a modest gain.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights the inclusion of several crypto-focused ETFs in a prominent Metaverse index, adding institutional exposure for those vehicles but not directly changing IMPACT Silver’s operations or fundamentals. For ISVLF, investors may focus more on ongoing Plomosas drill results, financing developments, and revenue trends seen in recent quarters. Tracking future mine updates, funding actions, and production metrics could be key to understanding subsequent company-specific catalysts.

Key Terms

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prospectus regulatory

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etp financial

"3iQ was also the first to launch a Bitcoin and Ethereum ETP listed on a major..."

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3iQ Bitcoin ETF (TSX: BTCQ, BTCQ.U), 3iQ Ether Staking ETF (TSX: ETHQ, ETHQ.U) and 3iQ Solana Staking ETF (TSX: SOLQ, SOLQ.U)  join the Ball Metaverse Index

The Roundhill Ball Metaverse ETF (NYSE: METV), which seeks to track the performance of the Ball Metaverse Index, has allocated over $40 million across the 3iQ ETFs

TORONTO, Sept. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 3iQ Corp. ("3iQ"), a global pioneer in digital asset investment solutions, today announced that three of its innovative ETFs—the 3iQ Bitcoin ETF (TSX: BTCQ, BTCQ.U), the 3iQ Ether Staking ETF (TSX: ETHQ, ETHQ.U), and the 3iQ Solana Staking ETF (TSX: SOLQ, SOLQ.U)—have been added to the Ball Metaverse Index. The index is designed and overseen by Ball Metaverse Research Partners, founded by Matthew Ball. Ball, also CEO of Epyllion and bestselling author of THE METAVERSE, is widely recognized as a leading authority on the Metaverse economy, digital infrastructure, and the technologies shaping its future.

Sponsored by Roundhill Investments, the Roundhill Ball Metaverse ETF (NYSE: METV) is the world's largest Metaverse fund and seeks to track the performance of the Ball Metaverse Index. As a result of the inclusion of BTCQ, ETHQ, and SOLQ into the index, Roundhill now holds over $40 million across these three 3iQ ETFs, creating meaningful new exposure to leading crypto assets within the METV portfolio. According to TD Waterhouse, the Roundhill Ball Metaverse ETF was the 2^nd largest sector ETF launch in the United States in 2021.

The addition of 3iQ's ETFs into the index underscores the firm's leadership in providing institutional-quality, fully transparent, regulated crypto investment products. By bringing its flagship Bitcoin, Ethereum-staking, and Solana-staking ETFs to the Ball Metaverse Index, 3iQ expands its reach into a U.S.-listed ETF that is a cornerstone for investors seeking exposure to the Metaverse and artificial reality innovations.

Pascal St-Jean, President & CEO at 3iQ, said: "We are proud that BTCQ, ETHQ and SOLQ are now part of the Ball Metaverse Index. Matthew Ball has been one of the most influential voices on digital innovation and the future of the Metaverse. This inclusion reinforces our mission to deliver pioneering, institutional-quality crypto products, and with Roundhill's METV ETF tracking this index, 3iQ's strategies now reach an even broader base of global investors."

Matthew Ball, Founder of Ball Metaverse Research Partners, added: "The Metaverse depends on advancements across computing, networking, virtual platforms, and digital assets. By including 3iQ's Bitcoin, Ether staking, and Solana staking ETFs in the Ball Metaverse Index, we ensure investors gain direct exposure to the technologies at the core of this evolution. 3iQ's industry leadership has delivered innovative, regulated crypto products, and we're pleased to see their ETFs included in the index."

Since its founding, 3iQ has been recognized for pioneering digital asset investment innovation, including launching the world's first exchange-listed Bitcoin and Ether funds. ETHQ became the first ETF in North America to incorporate staking rewards into Ether strategies, while SOLQ debuted last April with strong momentum and continues to reach new milestones.

For more information, visit 3iQ.io.

About 3iQ Digital Asset Management

Founded in 2012, 3iQ is one of the world's leading alternative digital asset managers, pioneering institutional-grade investments. 3iQ launched the world's first Digital Assets Managed Account Platform (QMAP), a hedge fund investment solution, offering innovative risk-managed investment solutions to gain exposure to digital assets. 3iQ was also the first to launch a Bitcoin and Ethereum ETP listed on a major global stock exchange, integrate staking into its Ethereum and Solana ETPs boosting investor returns, and offering other regulated ETPs. In 2024, Monex Group, a leading Japanese financial group, took a majority stake in 3iQ. Since 2012, 3iQ has been at the forefront of innovation in digital asset investment management. To learn more about 3iQ, visit 3iq.io.

W: https://www.3iq.io/
L: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3iq-corp/
X: https://x.com/3iq_corp

About Roundhill Investments

Founded in 2018, Roundhill Investments is an SEC-registered investment advisor focused on innovative exchange-traded funds. Roundhill's suite of ETFs aims to offer distinct and differentiated exposures across thematic equity, options income, and trading vehicles. Roundhill offers a depth of ETF knowledge and experience, as the team has collectively launched more than 100+ ETFs including several first-to-market products. For more information, please visit www.roundhillinvestments.com.

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FAQ

What does BTCQ, ETHQ and SOLQ being added to the Ball Metaverse Index mean for investors?

Inclusion gives BTCQ, ETHQ and SOLQ greater index-based demand and visibility, and may increase institutional exposure via METV.

How much did Roundhill's METV allocate to 3iQ ETFs and when was that announced?

Roundhill allocated over $40 million across BTCQ, ETHQ and SOLQ, announced on Sept 22, 2025.

What is significant about ETHQ (TSX: ETHQ) mentioned in the announcement?

ETHQ is described as the first ETF in North America to incorporate staking rewards into an Ether strategy.

Can U.S. investors buy BTCQ, ETHQ or SOLQ directly according to the release?

No; the announcement states these securities are not registered for offer or sale in the United States and distribution is restricted.

Will the inclusion in the Ball Metaverse Index guarantee ETF performance for BTCQ, ETHQ or SOLQ?

No; the release cautions that ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently, and past performance may not repeat.

Where can investors find more information or the prospectus for BTCQ, ETHQ and SOLQ?

Investors are directed to review the ETF prospectus available from 3iQ and at the indicated regulatory filing site referenced in the announcement.