Ms. Sophy Cesar reports

UPSIDE GOLD ENGAGES DEPARTURES CAPITAL FOR DIGITAL MARKETING SERVICES

Upside Gold Corp. has engaged Departures Capital Inc. to provide digital marketing and investor awareness services on behalf of the company.

Under the terms of the engagement, Departures Capital Inc. will execute a digital marketing and investor awareness campaign, including video content, on-line advertising, and distribution across digital platforms and social media channels, intended to increase awareness of the company among investors.

Departures Capital will commence its marketing and investor awareness services on Jan. 30, 2026, for a period of approximately three months at a total budget of $45,000.

Departures Capital is an arm's-length service provider to the company. To the knowledge of the company, neither Departures Capital nor its principal Aaron Missere holds any securities of the company or any right to acquire such securities. No securities or options will be issued as compensation for the promotional services.

About Upside Gold Corp.

Upside is a Canadian gold-copper exploration company that has entered into an option agreement to acquire a 100-per-cent interest in the Kena gold-copper project, located in southeastern British Columbia, approximately seven kilometres southwest of Nelson. The Kena project consists of 198 mineral claims covering approximately 10,114.8 hectares, together with 11 Crown grants covering approximately 92 hectares. The company's exploration strategy is focused on advancing the project through disciplined, high-impact exploration and targeted drilling programs, supported by efficient capital allocation to drive long-term shareholder value.

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