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MDJM LTD (NASDAQ: UOKA) generates a steady stream of company news focused on its culture-driven asset management activities, particularly in the United Kingdom. Its announcements highlight how the company is transforming historical properties such as Fernie Castle in Scotland and the Robin Hill Hotel in Torquay, England, into cultural and hospitality destinations that blend heritage, dining, and immersive experiences.
Recent news has covered MDJM’s collaborations for the Fernie Castle Oriental Landscape Project and the Oriental Garden and Castle Exhibition Project. Updates include design agreements with Kengo Kuma & Associates for architectural and landscape planning and a partnership with Simpson & Brown LLP for heritage and planning advisory services. These releases provide insight into how MDJM approaches heritage redevelopment, planning approvals, and the integration of Eastern aesthetics with a historic Scottish castle setting.
The company’s news flow also features developments at Robin Hill Hotel, such as the appointment of an experienced chef to lead culinary operations, the opening of the Time and Stars bar in a Victorian heritage building, and the introduction of cryptocurrency payment options for accommodation charges. These items illustrate MDJM’s efforts to enhance guest experiences, expand revenue streams, and incorporate digital payment options within its hospitality portfolio.
Through its subsidiary MD Local Global Ltd., MDJM issues news about cultural IP and animation projects, including co-production agreements with international studios and plans for an animation art gallery and museum inspired by models such as Japan’s Ghibli Museum. Investors and observers visiting this news page can review earnings-related operational updates, property performance highlights, cultural project milestones, governance and shareholder meeting results, and regulatory communications related to Nasdaq listing status. Bookmark this page to follow how MDJM’s cultural properties and IP initiatives evolve over time.
MDJM LTD (NASDAQ: UOKA) subsidiary MD Local Global Ltd announced completion of a critical design phase for the Fernie Castle Oriental Garden & Castle Exhibition Project in Fife, Scotland on Dec 23, 2025.
MDLG executed a design agreement with Kengo Kuma & Associates for conceptual architecture and landscape design, and on Dec 19, 2025 began a design collaboration with Simpson & Brown for heritage and planning advisory services. MDLG will serve as project sponsor and coordinator, aiming to align international design vision with local heritage planning to improve the prospects for planning approval and long-term asset value.
MD Local Global (MDLG), subsidiary of MDJM LTD (NASDAQ: UOKA), signed a Development and Co-Production Deal Memo with French studio H5 on November 20, 2025 to develop an animated philosophical short inspired by Eastern thought.
The partnership aims to expand MDLG's cultural IP ecosystem across four pillars: original IP ownership, international licensing, a Fernie Castle Animation Art Museum, and commercialization via films, distribution, streaming, and merchandise. Key creative leads include director Ludovic Houplain and artistic producer Federico Matarazzo, with Stéphane Levallois and Vincent Dupuis on visual and VFX roles. MDLG and H5 plan multi-layered collaborations including exhibitions, cross-media experiences, and future animation IP development.
MDJM LTD (NASDAQ: UOKA) subsidiary MD Local Global announced a strategic upgrade to build a global cultural IP ecosystem centered at Scotland's Fernie Castle and adjacent Oriental Garden.
Key milestones include a July 15, 2025 architectural design agreement with Kengo Kuma & Associates, a August 1, 2025 script contract with Isabel Herguera and Gianmarco Serra (screenplay completed), and a November 12, 2025 animation production agreement with Abano Producións to produce the short film Journey to the West. Planned operations include an anime art gallery, themed accommodation, festivals, merchandising, and IP licensing to generate cultural and commercial revenue.
MDJM (Nasdaq: UOKA) announced that its Robin Hill Hotel in Scotland has become the first property in the group to accept cryptocurrency payments. This strategic initiative aims to enhance convenience for international travelers and marks a significant step in MDJM's digital transformation strategy.
The hotel now allows guests to settle accommodation charges using cryptocurrency, which the company expects will provide a faster, safer, and more versatile payment experience. MDJM plans to potentially expand this payment option across its retail, dining, and cultural event businesses, viewing cryptocurrency adoption as a reflection of commerce globalization and evolving consumer preferences.
MDJM (NASDAQ:UOKA) has announced the opening of a new bar called Time and Stars at their Robin Hill Hotel in Torquay, UK, following licensing approval on August 19, 2025. The culturally-themed venue features Van Gogh and Monet reproductions, an observatory with a Dobsonian telescope, and is designed to create a contemplative atmosphere.
The bar will be managed by William Taylor, a hospitality professional with nearly a decade of experience from JAM Leisure Group and The Aeronaut in London. This strategic addition aims to diversify revenue streams and enhance the hotel's cultural hospitality offering, serving both hotel guests and local patrons.
MDJM (NASDAQ:UOKA) has announced a significant design collaboration with Kengo Kuma and Associates (KKAA) for the renovation and landscape planning of the Fernie Castle cultural destination project in Scotland. The partnership aims to transform the castle into a multi-functional cultural landmark.
The redevelopment plan includes creating an Oriental-style garden and developing an animation and art museum inspired by Japan's Ghibli Museum. The museum will collaborate with European animation studios to produce works based on Eastern literature, promoting cultural exchange between East and West.
KKAA, led by award-winning architect Kengo Kuma, brings extensive international experience with projects in over 50 countries. The firm is known for integrating traditional aesthetics with modern design across cultural, educational, and public sectors.
MDJM (Nasdaq: UOKA) reported significant growth at its Robin Hill Hotel in Torquay, England, with full-year bookings surging 301% to 911 room nights as of June 2025, compared to 227 room nights in 2024. The hotel's average daily rate (ADR) increased by 20% from £135 to £162.
The improved performance follows strategic upgrades including a new French-trained chef, expanded dining services, and the introduction of Eastern cultural elements. Starting June 2025, the hotel will open dining services to non-residents, featuring a signature English afternoon tea experience. These enhancements align with MDJM's strategy to integrate Eastern and Western cultural traditions in its hospitality offerings.
MDJM Ltd (NASDAQ: UOKA) has appointed Chef Vincent Farley to lead culinary operations at its Robin Hill Hotel in Torquay, England. Chef Vincent brings over 30 years of experience in culinary and hospitality management across the UK, including roles as Executive Head Chef for Devon & Cornwall Police Catering and BRNC Dartmouth.
The appointment is part of MDJM's strategy to create a premier cultural destination combining heritage hospitality, fine dining, and cultural tourism. The company plans to launch a French culture-inspired restaurant at the hotel to complement seasonal tourism and meet local demand for upscale dining options. This initiative aims to enhance the hotel's commercial value and support MDJM's cultural business expansion in the UK.
MDJM (UOKA) has received a delisting determination from Nasdaq due to failing to maintain the minimum bid price requirement of $1.00 per share. The company initially received a non-compliance notice on October 23, 2024, giving them 180 days until April 21, 2025, to regain compliance.
The company is not eligible for a second 180-day compliance period as it doesn't meet the $5,000,000 minimum stockholders' equity requirement. Unless MDJM appeals by April 30, 2025, its securities will be suspended on May 2, 2025, and delisted from Nasdaq.
MDJM plans to appeal the determination to the Nasdaq Hearings Panel, which will temporarily stay the suspension. The company is exploring various options, including a potential reverse stock split, to address the situation.
MDJM (Nasdaq: UOKA) has announced that its subsidiary MD Local Global has partnered with KENGO KUMA & ASSOCIATES (KKAA) for the Fernie Castle Oriental Landscape Project in Fife, Scotland. The project aims to blend Eastern garden design with the historic 16th-century castle's Western architecture.
The collaboration involves transforming the castle's 17-acre woodland surroundings into a unique cultural landmark. KKAA, established in 1990 and having completed over 550 projects globally, will provide architectural design services to create an innovative fusion of Eastern garden elements with the castle's centuries-old character.