Company: ARBK
Filing Date: 2025-05-15
Form Type: 20-F
Source: 0001104659-25-049311
Chunk: 165

Company: Argo Blockchain Plc
Filing Date: 2025-05-15
Form: 20-F
Item: Item 16F
Chunk 165
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 insider trading policies and proceduresthat apply to all directors, executive officers, employees, contractors, and consultants. These policies are designed to promote compliance with applicable securities laws and prohibit the trading of Company securities while in possession of material nonpublic information. The policy also prohibits tipping, short selling, hedging, and pledging of Company securities. Members of the Company’s window group are subject to additional pre-clearance requirements and may only trade during designated open window periods. The policy includes a procedure for trades made under Rule 10b5-1 plans. A copy of the Insider Trading Policy is filed as Exhibit 11 to this Annual Report on Form 20-F.

Item 16K. Information on Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Risk Management and Strategy

As an emerging growth company, we recognize the critical importance of cybersecurity in safeguarding our assets, maintaining the trust of our customers, and ensuring the integrity of our operations. We face various cybersecurity risks and threats, including but not limited to unauthorized access, data breaches, malware attacks, and phishing attempts. These risks are inherent in the use of technology and the internet for conducting business.

We haveimplementeda comprehensive cybersecurity program designed to mitigate these risks and protect our systems and data. This program includes:

  Risk Assessment: Regular assessments of cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities to identify potential threats and areas for improvement.  

  Security Controls: Implementation of technical controls such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption, and multi-factor authentication to secure our networks and data.  

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Employee Training: Ongoing training and awareness programs for employees to educate them about cybersecurity best practices and the importance of data protection.
Incident Response Plan: Development and maintenance of an incident response plan to quickly detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity incidents.
Third-Party Oversight: Monitoring and evaluating the cybersecurity practices of third-party vendors and service providers with access to our systems or data.
Third-Party Consulting: Engaging external experts to enhance our cyber security program. Their insights and recommendations drive ongoing enhancements to ensure our defenses remain robust again...
Despite our efforts, we cannot guarantee that our cybersecurity measures will prevent all incidents or breaches. Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and determined attackers may find ways to circumvent even the most robust security measures.

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In the event of a significant cybersecurity incident that poses a material impact on our business, financial condition, or reputation, we will promptly disclose relevant information in accordance with our disclosure obligations. We may also notify affected individuals, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders as required by law