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Psyence BioMed (PBM) delays annual and special shareholder meeting to February 12, 2026

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Psyence Biomedical Ltd. filed a report explaining that its annual and special shareholder meeting, originally set for January 22, 2026, was adjourned because not enough shares were represented to reach quorum. The meeting has been rescheduled to February 12, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. New York time / 4:00 p.m. Cape Town time in Cape Town, South Africa, and the record date for voting remains December 23, 2025. The company is working with its proxy agents to obtain sufficient shareholder participation and notes that there is no assurance quorum will be reached, highlighting potential delays or challenges around completing the planned meeting business.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 6-K

 

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 UNDER THE

SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the month of January 2026

 

Commission File Number: 001-41937

 

Psyence Biomedical Ltd.

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

 

121 Richmond Street West
Penthouse Suite 1300
Toronto, Ontario M5H 2K1

(Address of principal executive office)

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

EXPLANATORY NOTE

 

On January 22, 2026, Psyence Biomedical Ltd. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing that it adjourned its annual and special meeting of shareholders, which had been scheduled for January 22, 2026, due to the absence of a quorum.

 

The meeting has been adjourned to February 12, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. New York Time / 4:00 p.m. Cape Town time, to be held at Venture Workspace Riverlands, Office Building 4, Riverlands, 51 Gogosoa Street, Observatory, Cape Town, 7935, South Africa.

 

The record date for determining shareholders entitled to vote at the meeting remains December 23, 2025.

 

A copy of the press release announcing the adjournment is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 6-K.

 

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EXHIBIT INDEX

 

Exhibit No.   Description
99.1   Press Release, dated January 22, 2026

 

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SIGNATURE

 

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

 

Dated: January 27, 2026

 

Psyence Biomedical Ltd.  
     
By: /s/ Jody Aufrichtig  
Name: Jody Aufrichtig  
Title: Chief Executive Officer and Director  

 

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Exhibit 99.1

 

Psyence BioMed Announces Adjournment of Annual and Special Shareholder Meeting on January 22, 2026

 

NEW YORK – January 22, 2026 – Psyence Biomedical Ltd. (Nasdaq: PBM) (“Psyence BioMed” or the “Company”) today announced that it adjourned its annual and special meeting of shareholders (the “Meeting”) until February 12, 2026.

 

The Meeting will now be held on February 12, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. New York Time/4:00 p.m. Cape Town time at Venture Workspace Riverlands, Office Building 4, Riverlands, 51 Gogosoa Street, Observatory, Cape Town, 7935, South Africa.

 

The adjournment is a result of the requisite quorum of shareholders not having been achieved to hold the Meeting. The Company is working with its proxy agents to help ensure that quorum is obtained for the reconvened meeting on February 12, 2026. For details concerning the business of the Meeting, please see the Company’s notice of meeting and management information circular dated January 2, 2026, filed on EDGAR. Please note that the record date for the Meeting, close of business on December 23, 2025, has not changed.

 

About Psyence BioMed

 

Psyence Biomedical Ltd. (Nasdaq: PBM) is one of the few multi-asset, vertically integrated biopharmaceutical companies specializing in psychedelic-based therapeutics. It is the first life sciences biotechnology company focused on developing nature-derived (non-synthetic) psilocybin and ibogaine-based psychedelic medicine to be listed on Nasdaq. We are dedicated to addressing unmet mental health needs. We are committed to an evidence-based approach in developing safe, effective, and FDA-approved nature-derived psychedelic treatments for a broad range of mental health disorders.

 

Contact Information for Psyence Biomedical Ltd.

 

Email: ir@psyencebiomed.com

Media Inquiries: media@psyencebiomed.com

General Information: info@psyencebiomed.com

 

Investor Contact:

 

Michael Kydd

Investor Relations Advisor

michael@psyencebiomed.com

 

Forward Looking Statements

 

This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements about future financial and operating results, our plans, objectives, expectations, and intentions with respect to future operations, products and services; and other statements identified by words such as “will likely result,” “are expected to,” “will continue,” “is anticipated,” “estimated,” “believe,” “intend,” “plan,” “projection,” “outlook” or words of similar meaning.

 

 

 

Forward-looking statements in this communication include statements regarding the reconvening of the Meeting and the timing (if any) of the Meeting. These statements are based on current assumptions and expectations, including that the Company will succeed in obtaining quorum for the reconvened Meeting. These assumptions may prove incorrect. There can be no assurance that the Company will be able to obtain quorum at the reconvened Meeting. There are numerous risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results or performance to be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements.

 

These risks and uncertainties include, among other difficulties, delays or challenges in obtaining quorum for the Meeting, including the possibility of claims or proceedings challenging the validity of quorum for the Meeting or the Meeting itself. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s final prospectus (File No. 333-298285) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on November 3, 2025 and other documents filed by Psyence BioMed from time to time with the SEC.

 

These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Nothing in this communication should be regarded as a representation by any person that the forward-looking statements set forth herein will be achieved or that any of the contemplated results of such forward-looking statements will be achieved. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as required by law, Psyence BioMed does not intend to update these forward-looking statements.

 

The Company does not make any medical, treatment or health benefit claims about its proposed products. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Health Canada or other similar regulatory authorities have not evaluated claims regarding psilocybin, psilocybin analogues, or other psychedelic compounds or nutraceutical products. The efficacy of such products has not been confirmed by authorized clinical research. There is no assurance that the use of psilocybin, psilocybin analogues, or other psychedelic compounds or nutraceuticals can diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or condition. Vigorous scientific research and clinical trials are needed. The Company’s product candidates are investigational and have not been approved by any regulatory authority for use in the treatment of any disease or condition, and clinical results (if any) may not be indicative of future results. Any references to quality, consistency, efficacy, and safety of potential products do not imply that the Company has verified such in clinical trials or that the Company will complete such trials. If the Company cannot obtain the approvals or research necessary to commercialize its business, it may have a material adverse effect on the Company’s performance and operations.

 

FAQ

Why did Psyence Biomedical Ltd. (PBM) adjourn its January 22, 2026 shareholder meeting?

The annual and special meeting was adjourned because the requisite quorum of shareholders was not achieved, meaning not enough shares were represented to legally conduct the meeting’s business.

When and where will Psyence Biomedical Ltd. reconvene its annual and special shareholder meeting?

The meeting has been adjourned to February 12, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. New York Time / 4:00 p.m. Cape Town time, at Venture Workspace Riverlands, Office Building 4, Riverlands, 51 Gogosoa Street, Observatory, Cape Town, 7935, South Africa.

Has the record date for Psyence Biomedical Ltd. (PBM) shareholders entitled to vote changed?

No. The record date remains close of business on December 23, 2025, so only shareholders of record on that date are entitled to vote at the reconvened meeting.

What is Psyence Biomedical Ltd. (PBM) doing to obtain quorum for the reconvened meeting?

The company states it is working with its proxy agents to help ensure that quorum is obtained for the reconvened meeting on February 12, 2026.

What risks does Psyence Biomedical Ltd. highlight regarding the reconvened shareholder meeting?

The company notes that there can be no assurance it will obtain quorum at the reconvened meeting and mentions potential difficulties, delays or challenges, including possible claims or proceedings challenging the validity of quorum or the meeting itself.

What does Psyence Biomedical Ltd. (PBM) focus on as a business?

Psyence Biomedical Ltd. describes itself as a multi-asset, vertically integrated biopharmaceutical company specializing in nature-derived, psychedelic-based therapeutics, including psilocybin and ibogaine-based medicine aimed at addressing unmet mental health needs.

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