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Matador Technologies Announces Grant of Stock Options
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / February 17, 2026 / Matador Technologies Inc. ("Matador" or the "Company"), the Bitcoin Ecosystem Company, announces that it has granted incentive stock options effective February 17, 2026, to purchase a total of 2,800,000 common shares of the Company to certain directors, officers, and consultants in accordance with the Company's Stock Option Plan. The options have been granted as part of the Company's annual compensation review to align management and director incentives with Matador's long-term corporate objectives.
Option Grant Details
The Company has granted a total of 1,450,000 options as part of its annual option package to the certain directors and officers of the Company. Additionally, the Company has approved the re-issuance of 1,350,000 options to CEO Deven Soni. These options were originally issued on January 11, 2022, with an exercise price of $0.25 and expired on January 11, 2026. The re-issuance is intended to maintain long-term alignment with shareholder interests.
Terms of the Options
All options granted are exercisable at a price of $0.13 per share and have a term of 10 years, expiring on February 17, 2036. The options will vest over a three-year period, with vesting occurring every six months.
Media Contact:
Deven Soni
Chief Executive Officer
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 647-496-6282
About Matador Technologies Inc.
Matador Technologies Inc. (TSXV:MATA)(OTCQB:MATAF)(FSE:IU3) is a publicly traded Bitcoin ecosystem company focused on holding Bitcoin as its primary treasury asset and building products to enhance the Bitcoin network. Matador's strategy combines strategic Bitcoin accumulation, Bitcoin-native product development, and participation in digital asset infrastructure, with a focus on driving long-term shareholder value while maintaining capital efficiency.
Matador has recently proposed to expand its global footprint by entering into an agreement to invest in HODL Systems, one of India's first digital asset treasury companies, securing up to a 24% ownership stake. This investment strengthens Matador's position as a leading Bitcoin treasury company and underscores its commitment to the worldwide adoption of Bitcoin as a reserve asset.
With a Bitcoin-first strategy, and a clear focus on innovation, Matador is shaping the future of financial infrastructure on Bitcoin.
Visit us online at https://www.matador.network/.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information
NEITHER THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.
This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities in any jurisdiction.
Forward Looking Statements - Certain information set forth in this news release may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial known and unknown risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with the implementation of the Company's treasury management strategy, receipt of regulatory approvals, and the launch of its mobile application as currently proposed or at all. These forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, certain of which are beyond the control of the Company, including with respect to the potential acquisition of Bitcoin and/or US dollars, the pricing of such acquisitions and the timing of future operations. Readers are cautioned that the assumptions used in the preparation of such information, although considered reasonable at the time of preparation, may prove to be imprecise and, as such, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements.
SOURCE: Matador Technologies Inc.
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P.M.Smith--AMWN