Coral Gables, FL — July 17, 2026 — NatGold Digital Ltd. (“NatGold” or the “Company”) today announced that a proposed listing of the NatGold Token (“NATG”) on Kraken will not proceed. In parallel, NatGold continues to advance discussions and onboarding activities with other prospective exchange partners that it believes are aligned with its standards and the needs of the NATG ecosystem.

“As Chair of the Board, I see our priority as securing listings on venues that offer robust infrastructure and support the long-term development of NATG and the broader NatGold ecosystem,” said Mark Radke, Chair of the Board of NatGold Digital. “The Board strongly supports management’s ongoing discussions with exchanges that we believe are aligned with NatGold’s standards, strategic objectives and stakeholders.

“NatGold has been built on commitments to transparency, responsible governance, technical integrity and long-term value creation. We have always believed that lasting business relationships are built on professionalism, clear communication, mutual respect and integrity. Those principles will continue to guide every aspect of NatGold’s growth as we move forward with exchange partners that share those values.”

The conclusion of the proposed Kraken listing follows the postponement of the anticipated July 8, 2026 commencement of NATG trading. Before the postponement, Kraken had promoted the listing, published information regarding NATG on its website and opened an order book for eligible Kraken Pro customers. Following further discussions, Kraken advised NatGold that the proposed listing would not proceed. No reason was provided to the Company.

NatGold’s exchange strategy is supported by continued progress in the development of the NATG ecosystem. Following their qualification as NatGold Certified Resources, NatGold completed the tokenization of in-ground gold resources associated with two projects in California and Idaho. These initial tokenizations resulted in the minting of an aggregate 106,800 NATG under the NATG smart contract on Ethereum and provide an established foundation for the continued development of the NatGold ecosystem.

Interest in NATG was also demonstrated through the NatGold Token Reservation Program, which attracted approximately 17,466 participants from more than 162 countries and generated non-binding reservations for approximately 133,518 NATG. This participation reflected broad international interest in NatGold’s vision for capturing the investment value of qualifying in-ground gold resources through tokenization while leaving the underlying resources preserved in Mother Nature’s Vault.

Since its inception, NatGold has maintained a commitment to transparency, regulatory responsibility, technical integrity and professional governance. The Company has applied these principles to the development of its patent-pending Digital Gold Mining model, the qualification of NatGold Certified Resources, the issuance of NATG through its Ethereum smart contract and its engagement with prospective exchange partners. Consistent with that commitment, the publication of NatGold’s MiCA Crypto-Asset White Paper in accordance with Article 9 of Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 represents an important regulatory and disclosure achievement supporting the proposed offer and admission to trading of NATG within the European Union.

NatGold continues to develop its inventory of NatGold Certified Resources and advance the commercial application of its Digital Gold Mining model. The Company’s business strategy, tokenization activities, relationships with mineral property owners and plans for the continued development of the NATG ecosystem remain unchanged.

The status of the 106,800 NATG already minted, the NATG token structure and the functionality of the NATG Ethereum smart contract remain unchanged by this exchange-listing development.

NatGold, together with its legal advisers, is reviewing the circumstances and matters arising from the Kraken listing engagement. The Company will consider and pursue any actions it determines appropriate to protect the interests of NatGold and its stakeholders. NatGold does not intend to comment further on that review at this time.

The Company will provide further updates regarding its global exchange strategy and the continued development of the NATG ecosystem as appropriate.

About NatGold Digital Ltd.
NatGold Digital Ltd. is the global leader in digital gold mining and the architect and operator of a patent-pending, non-extractive platform designed to unlock the intrinsic value of technically verified in-ground gold resources that remain securely stored in Mother Nature’s Vault. NatGold Tokens are structured to represent standardized unit interests in NatGold Certified Resources, disclosed under internationally recognized geological Technical Reports — without physical extraction, processing, or movement of gold. The result is a superior fiat money alternative designed to help lead a global monetary reformation.

For additional background, please visit NatGold.com or our official YouTube channel for videos and information about our digital mining ecosystem: youtube.com/@NatGold_Digital.

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The information presented in the above release has been compiled by NatGold with diligent effort to provide an accurate and realistic overview of the subject matter. Nonetheless, factors such as subjective judgment, reliance on circumstances beyond NatGold’s control, and external information sources inherently limit the exhaustiveness, completeness, and sufficiency of this information. Forward-looking statements are generally indicated by terms including “plans”, “expects”, “does not expect”, “is expected”, “scheduled”, “budget”, “estimates”, “projects”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “does not anticipate”, “believes”, and similar expressions, or by references to potential actions, events, or outcomes that “may”, “can”, “could”, “would”, “might”, or “will” transpire or be achieved. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. Numerous risks, uncertainties, and events may result in outcomes that differ substantially from those described in NatGold’s forward-looking statements, including but not limited to: alterations in economic conditions or sector trends; fluctuations in currency and financial markets; volatility in gold prices and AISC costs; changes in investment activity; legal proceedings; legislative developments; as well as environmental, regulatory, political, judicial, and competitive circumstances in regions where NatGold operates. Additionally, technological, mechanical, and operational challenges may arise during NatGold’s development operations. Prospective NATG tokens purchasers are strongly advised to consult with a qualified financial advisor prior to purchasing NATG tokens and to use discretion in relation to decisions to purchase NATG tokens. References above to mineral resources being “certified” are specific to NatGold’s tokenization eligibility standards and do not signify compliance with the JORC Code, NI 43-101, or S-K 1300; such resources are instead certified under NatGold’s criteria as NatGold Certified Resources. While NatGold deems current assumptions reasonable based on available data, these assumptions may ultimately prove inaccurate. Actual outcomes could vary from forward-looking statements due to diverse risks, uncertainties, and unforeseen events. The information herein serves solely for general informational purposes and does not constitute an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of NatGold shares or securities or for the purchase or sale of any NATG tokens, nor is any information contained herein intended to be construed as making a recommendation, endorsement, or solicitation to engage in any investment strategy. NATG tokens are not intended to be “securities” in any jurisdiction, and NatGold makes no claim or representation related to the value of NatGold or NATG tokens. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are current as of the date issued. Except where mandated by applicable securities laws, NatGold expressly disclaims any intent or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements in response to new data, future developments, or otherwise. Furthermore, the Company assumes no commitment to address third-party expectations or statements regarding issues discussed in this document. Investing in early-stage digital assets entails considerable risk. Any such investment is speculative and involves a high degree of risk, including but not limited to loss of capital. An investment in the NATG tokens, or any other digital asset, may not be appropriate for everyone, and you should carefully consider the appropriate risks, your financial situation, risk tolerance, and investment goals before making any investment decisions. As a digital asset, NATG tokens are also subject to inherent risks related to blockchain technology, including but not limited to, regulatory uncertainty, market adoption, manipulation, volatility, and cyber security risks. Access to NATG trading will be available only to eligible participants in supported jurisdictions, with each participant subject to applicable jurisdictional eligibility, onboarding, regulatory, geographic, and platform requirements. Prospective purchasers should conduct their own due diligence and should consult with their respective financial, legal, tax, and/or other professional advisors.