Nova Minerals Limited issued a response to a 20 February 2026 short-seller report by Spruce Point Capital Management, saying most of the report’s claims were non-material or irrelevant to its operations and reiterating that Alaska-related infrastructure and weather risks have long been disclosed. The company highlighted progress on permitting and planned 2026 construction for the West Susitna Access Road, and said it remains funded with over A$106 million in available resources and no debt. Nova also addressed a specific allegation about the academic credentials of consulting geologist Vannu Khounphakdy, stating it holds a copy of his diploma and other certificates and noting his professional membership status can be publicly verified.

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