Republic Technologies Updates Status on Annual Filings and Management Cease Trade Order

Republic Technologies Inc., a Vancouver-based technology company, has issued a bi-weekly update regarding its management cease trade order (MCTO). The MCTO was granted by the British Columbia Securities Commission on May 1, 2026, due to the company's failure to file its audited annual financial statements and management discussion and analysis for the year ended December 31, 2025. Under this order, the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Operating Officer are prohibited from trading company securities until the filings are completed and the order is revoked. Consequently, the company has suspended share buy-back activities and agreed not to issue or acquire securities from insiders or employees during this period. However, the MCTO does not restrict shareholders from trading their holdings. The filing delay is attributed to complex transactions requiring additional review by valuation specialists. Management expects to finalize and file the necessary documents in the coming weeks. In the interim, Republic Technologies will continue to comply with alternative information guidelines by issuing bi-weekly status reports. The company confirmed no other defaults or insolvency proceedings are currently affecting its operations.