Lion One Announces Further Upsize of LIFE Offering for Gross Proceeds of up to $25 Million

Core Viewpoint - Lion One Metals Limited has increased the size of its non-brokered private placement offering, known as the LIFE Offering, from gross proceeds of $20 million to $25 million due to heightened investor demand [1][2]. Offering Details - The LIFE Offering will consist of up to 78,125,000 units priced at $0.32 per unit, with each unit comprising one common share and one warrant [1]. - Each warrant allows the holder to purchase one common share at an exercise price of $0.42 for three years from issuance [1]. - The initial announcement of the LIFE Offering was made on September 9, 2025, and it has been upsized twice since then [2]. Tranche Information - The first tranche of the LIFE Offering closed on September 24, 2025, raising gross proceeds of $18,715,153 through the issuance of 58,484,853 units [2]. - An additional 984,375 units were issued in lieu of a cash finder's fee of $315,000 [2]. - The second tranche is expected to close around October 15, 2025, with the potential issuance of up to 18,655,772 units for additional gross proceeds of approximately $5,969,847.04 [3]. Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the LIFE Offering will be allocated to the development of the Tuvatu Gold Project, repayment of a loan facility with Nebari, and general working capital [5]. Regulatory and Compliance - The closing of the LIFE Offering is subject to customary conditions, including necessary approvals and compliance with TSX Venture Exchange listing conditions [6]. - The securities offered will not be subject to Canadian resale restrictions under applicable securities laws [6]. Finder's Fees - The company may pay finders' fees, which can include cash commissions of up to 7% of gross proceeds and finder warrants equal to 7% of the units sold [7].