[6-K] Argo Blockchain plc American Current Report (Foreign Issuer)

Argo Blockchain plc (NASDAQ: ARBK) filed a Form 6-K containing a U.K. TR-1 “Notification of Major Holdings.” The filing shows that J.P.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Argo Blockchain plc (NASDAQ: ARBK) filed a Form 6-K containing a U.K. TR-1 “Notification of Major Holdings.” The filing shows that J.P. Morgan Securities LLC crossed a shareholding threshold on 10 July 2025 and now holds “Below Minimum Threshold” voting rights in Argo Blockchain. In its previous disclosure, the bank controlled 6.34 % of total voting rights (0.40 % through shares and 5.94 % through financial instruments). The reduction below the reportable level was formally notified to the issuer and the FCA on 14 July 2025, and Argo released the information to the market on 15 July 2025.

No financial results, operating updates, or other material transactions were included; the sole purpose of the 6-K is to inform investors of the disposal (or expiration) of J.P. Morgan’s position. While such movements do not directly affect Argo’s fundamentals, they may influence market sentiment by indicating reduced institutional exposure to the stock.

Insights

Equity Analyst

TL;DR: Major holder J.P. Morgan cut ARBK stake from 6.34 % to below reporting threshold; potentially bearish sentiment driver, fundamentals unchanged.

J.P. Morgan’s retreat removes a sizeable institutional holder that previously controlled roughly one-sixteenth of the float. Although Argo’s mining operations and liquidity are not addressed here, reduced blue-chip coverage can pressure trading volumes and price support. The timing—mid-July, during crypto market volatility—may amplify market perception of risk. However, because the exact residual stake is undisclosed, the real magnitude of selling is unknown. I view the filing as modestly negative for near-term sentiment but not fundamentally disruptive. Impact rating: -1.

Corporate Governance Specialist

TL;DR: Routine UK DTR compliance; shareholder falls below notifiable level, governance impact minimal, transparency maintained.

The 6-K demonstrates Argo’s adherence to FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules by promptly publishing the TR-1. Such filings are common when positions move under 3 % (or the issuer’s specified threshold). Governance quality is upheld through timely disclosure and CEO sign-off. There is no indication of control changes or activist pressure. From a governance standpoint, this is neutral; it neither strengthens nor weakens shareholder rights. Impact rating: 0.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 07/15/2025 - 06:38 AM Learn about SEC filing dates

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

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FORM 6-K

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REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER

PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the month of July, 2025

Commission File Number: 001-40816

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Argo Blockchain plc

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

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Eastcastle House

27/28 Eastcastle Street

London W1W 8DH

England

(Address of principal executive office)

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.

Form 20-F ☒     Form 40-F ☐

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1): ☐

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EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit No. 1       Description TR-1 Standard Notification of Major Holdings dated 15 July 2025

TR-1: Standard form for notification of major holdings

NOTIFICATION OF MAJOR HOLDINGS (to be sent to the relevant issuer and to the FCA in Microsoft Word format if possible) i
1a. Identity of the issuer or the underlying issuer of existing shares to which voting rights are attached ii:			ARGO BLOCKCHAIN PLC ISIN GB00BZ15CS02
1b. Please indicate if the issuer is a non-UK issuer  (please mark with an "X" if appropriate)
Non-UK issuer
2. Reason for the notification (please mark the appropriate box or boxes with an "X")
An acquisition or disposal of voting rights
An acquisition or disposal of financial instruments						X
An event changing the breakdown of voting rights
Other (please specify) iii:
3. Details of person subject to the notification obligation iv
Name			J.P. Morgan Securities LLC
City and country of registered office (if applicable)
4. Full name of shareholder(s) (if different from 3.) v
Name
City and country of registered office (if applicable)
5. Date on which the threshold was crossed or reached vi:			10-Jul-2025
6. Date on which issuer notified (DD/MM/YYYY):			14-Jul-2025
7. Total positions of person(s) subject to the notification obligation
	% of voting rights attached to shares (total of 8. A)	% of voting rights through financial instruments(total of 8.B 1 + 8.B 2)		Total of both in % (8.A + 8.B)	Total number of voting rights held in issuer (8.A + 8.B) vii
Resulting situation on the date on which threshold was crossed or reached	Below Minimum Threshold	Below Minimum Threshold		Below Minimum Threshold	Below Minimum Threshold
Position of previous notification (if applicable)	0.395084	5.944630		6.339714

8. Notified details of the resulting situation on the date on which the threshold was crossed or reached viii
A: Voting rights attached to shares
Class/type ofshares ISIN code (if possible)		Number of voting rights ix					% of voting rights
		Direct (DTR5.1)		Indirect  (DTR5.2.1)			Direct (DTR5.1)		Indirect (DTR5.2.1)
GB00BZ15CS02				Below Minimum Threshold					Below Minimum Threshold
SUBTOTAL 8. A		Below Minimum Threshold					Below Minimum Threshold
B 1: Financial Instruments according to DTR5.3.1R (1) (a)
Type of financial instrument		Expirationdate x	Exercise/Conversion Period xi			Number of voting rights that may be acquired if the instrument is exercised/converted.			% of voting rights
			SUBTOTAL 8. B 1
B 2: Financial Instruments with similar economic effect according to DTR5.3.1R (1) (b)
Type of financial instrument	Expirationdate x		Exercise/Conversion Period xi		Physical or cash Settlement xii			Number of voting rights	% of voting rights
					SUBTOTAL 8.B.2

9. Information in relation to the person subject to the notification obligation (please mark the applicable box with an "X")
Person subject to the notification obligation is not controlled by any natural person or legal entity and does not control any other undertaking(s) holding directly or indirectly an interest in the (underlying) issuer xiii
Full chain of controlled undertakings through which the voting rights and/or the financial instruments are effectively held starting with the ultimate controlling natural person or legal entity (please add additional rows as necessary) xiv				X
Name xv	% of voting rights if it equals or is higher than the notifiable threshold	% of voting rights through financial instruments if it equals or is higher than the notifiable threshold	Total of both if it equals or is higher than the notifiable threshold
J.P Morgan Securities LLC	-	-	-
J.P Morgan Securities LLC	--	-	-
10. In case of proxy voting, please identify:
Name of the proxy holder
The number and % of voting rights held
The date until which the voting rights will be held
11. Additional information xvi

Place of completion	London, United Kingdom
Date of completion	14-Jul-2025

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

Date: 15 July, 2025 ARGO BLOCKCHAIN PLC By: /s/ Justin Nolan Name: Justin Nolan Title: Chief Executive Officer