i-80 Gold Secures Financing Package of up to $500 Million to Advance Development Plan

Recapitalization plan anticipated to close by the end of the first quarter 2026

All amounts referenced herein are expressed in United States dollars unless otherwise stated.

TORONTO, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – i-80 GOLD CORP. (TSX: IAU) (NYSE American: IAUX) („i-80 Gold“ or the „Company„) is pleased to announce that it has secured a financing package (the „Financing Package„) of up to $500 million, comprised of a royalty sale for $250 million and a gold pre-payment facility for up to $250 million. The Financing Package marks a significant milestone in achieving the Company’s recapitalization plans.