OTC Markets Group Welcomes Tartisan Nickel Corp. to OTCQX

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OTC Markets Group (OTCQX: OTCM) announced that Tartisan Nickel Corp. has qualified to trade on the OTCQX Best Market and begins trading today under the U.S. ticker TTSRF. The upgrade from OTCQB aims to increase U.S. investor visibility and access to real-time quotes and disclosure.

Tartisan continues to advance its high-grade Kenbridge Nickel-Copper-Cobalt Project toward a potential prefeasibility study in 2026, which the company highlights as strategically aligned with North American critical minerals priorities.

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• Upgrade to OTCQX enhances U.S. market tiering
• TTSRF ticker begins trading today for U.S. investors
• Real-time Level 2 quotes and current disclosure available on OTCMarkets
• Kenbridge project advancing toward potential prefeasibility study in 2026
• Broader investor access and increased visibility in U.S. markets

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• None.

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NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced Tartisan Nickel Corp. (CSE: TN; FSE: 8TA; OTCQX: TTSRF), a Canadian mineral exploration and development company, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. Tartisan Nickel Corp. upgraded to OTCQX from the OTCQB® Venture Market.

Tartisan Nickel Corp. begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol “TTSRF.” U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.

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 companies, enabling them to demonstrate their qualifications and build visibility among U.S. investors.

Mark Appleby CEO of Tartisan Nickel states; “Graduating to the OTCQX Market is a milestone for Tartisan Nickel Corp. The OTCQX Market strengthens our presence with our U.S investors and broadens access to a wider investor base. Tartisan as a critical minerals exploration and development company continues to advance our high-grade Kenbridge Nickel-Copper-Cobalt Project in Northwestern Ontario towards a potential prefesability study in 2026. The OTCQX Market enhances our visibility at a time when ‘North American Critical Minerals’ have become a matter of national strength and security. We believe the OTCQX Market will contribute to creating long-term shareholder value.”
        
About Tartisan Nickel Corp.
Tartisan Nickel Corp. is a Canadian mineral exploration and development company. The flagship asset is the Kenbridge Nickel Deposit, Kenora Mining District, Ontario, Canada. The Kenbridge Nickel Deposit has a Mineral Resource Estimate with a measured and indicated mineral resource estimate of 7.5 Mt of 0.58% nickel, 0.32% copper for a total of 95 Mlb of contained nickel, along with an additional 0.985 Mt at 1% Ni and 0.62% Cu (22 Mlb contained Ni) of inferred resource along with a contained resource estimate of 53 Mlb of copper (Sedar: June 1, 2021). All terms are defined under Canadian regulatory and disclosure standards, which differ in certain respects from U.S. disclosure standards regarding mineral exploration. The Kenbridge Project has a 622m deep, 3 compartment shaft. Mineralization is open at depth, down plunge and along strike. Additional Tartisan assets include; the Sill Lake Lead-Silver Project, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario and the Turtle Pond Night Danger Glatz Project (Ni-Cu) Dryden Ontario.

About OTC Markets Group Inc.
OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM) operates regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities. Our data-driven disclosure standards form the foundation of our public markets: OTCQX® Best Market, OTCQB® Venture Market, OTCID™ Basic Market and Pink Limited™ Market. Our OTC Link® Alternative Trading Systems (ATSs) provide critical market infrastructure that broker-dealers rely on to facilitate trading. Our innovative model offers companies more efficient access to the U.S. financial markets.

OTC Link ATS, OTC Link ECN, OTC Link NQB, and MOON ATS™ are each SEC regulated ATS, operated by OTC Link LLC, a FINRA and SEC registered broker-dealer, member SIPC. To learn more about how we create better informed and more efficient markets, visit www.otcmarkets.com.

Media Contact:
OTC Markets Group Inc., +1 (212) 896-4428, media@otcmarkets.com

FAQ

What does Tartisan Nickel's move to OTCQX (TTSRF) mean for U.S. investors?

It means Tartisan Nickel now trades on the OTCQX tier under TTSRF, improving visibility for U.S. investors. According to the company, the upgrade provides real-time Level 2 quotes and centralized financial disclosure to broaden investor access and transparency.

When did Tartisan Nickel begin trading on OTCQX under the symbol TTSRF?

Tartisan Nickel began trading on OTCQX under TTSRF on February 12, 2026. According to the company, the start date coincides with its graduation from the OTCQB to OTCQX to strengthen U.S. investor engagement and disclosure.

How does OTCQX qualification affect Tartisan Nickel's disclosure and quotes?

OTCQX qualification makes current financial disclosure and real-time Level 2 quotes available to U.S. investors. According to OTC Markets Group, companies on OTCQX must meet higher financial and governance standards, helping improve transparency and market access.

What progress is Tartisan Nickel making on the Kenbridge project for 2026?

Tartisan Nickel is advancing the Kenbridge Nickel-Copper-Cobalt Project toward a potential prefeasibility study in 2026. According to the company, this step reflects ongoing development work aimed at de-risking the project and aligning with critical minerals priorities.

Why is graduating from OTCQB to OTCQX considered a milestone for Tartisan Nickel?

Graduation to OTCQX is viewed as a milestone because it signals meeting higher standards and increased market recognition. According to the company, the move is intended to broaden the investor base and contribute to long-term shareholder value.