ROCK TECH LITHIUM ENGAGES ICP SECURITIES INC. FOR AUTOMATED MARKET MAKING SERVICES

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Rock Tech Lithium (OTCQX: RCKTF) engaged ICP Securities Inc. to provide automated market making services using its ICP Premium™ algorithm, effective December 11, 2025. The initial term is 4 months with automatic one-month renewals unless 30 days' notice is given. ICP will be paid a cash fee of C$7,500 per month plus taxes from Rock Tech's general working capital. No performance fees, options, or equity compensation are included. ICP does not currently hold an interest in Rock Tech, may acquire securities in the future, and will cover its own trading costs.

The service aims to correct temporary supply-demand imbalances and enhance liquidity and quote quality.

Positive

• Automated market making starts on Dec 11, 2025
• Paid service with no equity dilution or options
• Monthly fee capped at C$7,500 plus taxes
• ICP Premium™ algorithm aims to enhance liquidity and quotes

Negative

• Fee paid from general working capital (C$7,500/month)
• Agreement auto-renews monthly unless 30-day notice given
• ICP may acquire company securities in future, affecting float

TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Rock Tech Lithium Inc. (TSX-V: RCK) (OTCQX: RCKTF) (FWB: RJIB) (WKN: A1XF0V) (the "Company" or "Rock Tech") is pleased to announce that it has engaged the services of ICP Securities Inc. ("ICP") to provide automated market making services, including use of its proprietary algorithm, ICP Premium™, in compliance with the policies and guidelines of the TSX Venture Exchange and other applicable legislation.

The agreement between the Company and ICP was signed with a start date of December 11^th, 2025, and is for four (4) months (the "Initial Term") and shall be automatically renewed for subsequent one (1) month terms (each such month, an "Additional Term") unless either party provides at least thirty (30) days written notice prior to the end of the Initial Term or an Additional Term, as applicable. ICP will be paid a cash monthly fee of C$7,500, plus applicable taxes from the Company's general working capital. There are no performance factors contained in the agreement and no stock options or other compensation in connection with the engagement.

ICP does not currently have any direct or indirect interest in the Company or its securities. ICP and its clients may acquire an interest in the securities of the Company in the future.

ICP is an arm's length party to the Company. ICP's market making activity will be primarily to correct temporary imbalances in the supply and demand of the Company's shares. ICP will be responsible for the costs it incurs in buying and selling the Company's shares, and no third party will be providing funds or securities for the market making activities.

ABOUT ICP SECURITIES INC.

ICP Securities Inc. is a Toronto-based CIRO dealer-member that specializes in automated market making and liquidity provision, as well as having a proprietary market making algorithm, ICP Premium™, that enhances liquidity and quote health. Established in 2023, with a focus on market structure, execution, and trading, ICP has leveraged its own proprietary technology to deliver high quality liquidity provision and execution services to a broad array of public issuers and institutional investors.

ABOUT ROCK TECH

Rock Tech is enabling the battery age by making the battery industries in Europe and North America more independent and competitive. The Company's goal is to ensure the supply of high-quality, locally produced lithium – supporting a resilient, sustainable, and transparent value chain from mine to battery-grade material.

Rock Tech relies on responsible sourcing, state-of-the-art and proven technologies, and a clear focus on circular economy principles. The Company's lithium hydroxide converter projects in Guben, Germany (24,000 tonnes LHM per year) and Ontario, Canada (up to 36,000 tonnes LCE per year) form the foundation for a stable and regional supply to the battery and automotive industries. The Guben converter has been recognized as a strategic project under the EU Critical Raw Materials Act.

The raw materials for Rock Tech's converter projects are sourced exclusively from verifiably ESG-compliant suppliers. In Canada, Rock Tech relies, among other sources, on its wholly owned Georgia Lake Project, which ensures a stable and sustainable supply for the North American market and is being developed in close partnership with local First Nations communities. By integrating recycled materials, the company aims to close the local battery loop.

With its facilities, Rock Tech makes a central contribution to battery-grade material sovereignty and the achievement of climate targets. The company works in partnership with industry, policymakers, and community groups, and is committed to open communication and the highest environmental standards.

CAUTIONARY NOTE CONCERNING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION

Certain statements contained in this news release constitute "forward-looking information" under applicable securities laws and are referred to herein as "forward-looking statements". All statements, other than statements of historical fact, which address events, results, outcomes or developments that the Company expects to occur are forward-looking statements. When used in this news release, words such as "expects", "anticipates", "plans", "predicts", "believes", "estimates", "intends", "targets", "projects", "forecasts", "may", "will", "should", "would", "could" or negative versions thereof and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. In particular, this news release contains forward-looking information pertaining to: the partnership between the Company and ICP,  the market making activities to be performed by ICP; the anticipated benefits of the market making arrangement, including the potential for improved liquidity and trading in the Company's shares; and the Company's broader business strategy, including its role in Europe's battery supply chain and contribution to the energy transition. Forward-looking statements by their nature are based on assumptions and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements. Key risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: failure of ICP to provide effective market making services and the impact of such failure on the liquidity and trading of the Company's shares; changes in market conditions, trading volumes, or regulatory requirements; and the Company's ability to execute its business strategy and achieve its objectives. There may also be other factors that cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements, including the risks, uncertainties and other factors discussed in the Company's most recent management's discussion and analysis and annual information form filed with the applicable securities regulators. Forward-looking information is based on certain assumptions, estimates, expectations and opinions of the Company and, in certain cases, third party experts, that are believed by management of Rock Tech to be reasonable at the time they were made, including assumptions regarding: the ability of ICP to provide market making services as agreed; the Company's ability to advance its projects as planned; the accuracy of technical and economic analyses for the Company's projects; and the Company's ability to secure necessary permits, financing, and regulatory approvals. No assurances can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, and the Company cautions the reader not to place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements. The Company does not intend, nor does it assume any obligation to update or revise any of the forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, changes in assumptions, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by applicable law.

NEITHER THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE. 

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SOURCE Rock Tech Lithium Inc.

FAQ

When did Rock Tech (RCKTF) start the ICP market making engagement?

The agreement began on December 11, 2025.

How much will Rock Tech (RCKTF) pay ICP for market making?

ICP will receive C$7,500 per month plus applicable taxes.

What is the term and renewal mechanism for ICP's contract with RCKTF?

Initial term is 4 months, then auto-renews in one-month increments unless 30 days' notice is given.

Will Rock Tech (RCKTF) issue equity or options to ICP for services?

No; the agreement contains no stock options or other equity compensation.

How will ICP's market making affect RCKTF shareholders?

ICP's activity is intended to correct short-term supply-demand imbalances and improve liquidity and quote health.

Does ICP currently own Rock Tech (RCKTF) shares or plan to fund trading?

ICP does not currently hold an interest; it may acquire securities in the future and will use its own funds for trading.