Buscando Resources Corp., a mineral exploration company in Vancouver, is expanding its focus to include the rapidly growing sector of natural hydrogen. The company has recently acquired Element One Hydrogen Ltd, expanding its portfolio to include two North American-based projects with natural hydrogen and critical mineral potential. The projects in Alaska and British Columbia offer exploration opportunities for critical minerals like copper, nickel, and PGEs, as well as naturally occurring geologic hydrogen. The company has completed an early exploration program at its Foggy Mountain Project in British Columbia and is utilizing advanced technologies for target generation and upcoming drilling campaigns. Buscando aims to validate the presence of hydrogen-hosting systems on its properties through collaborations with research institutions and government-supported programs. They are also planning to release interpretations from the geophysical program, conduct desktop and field assessments for new assets, advance technology development for Element One, and finalize exploration planning in the upcoming months. The company recently closed the first tranche of a private placement financing, strengthening its financial position for exploration and development initiatives. Certain directors and management also participated in the private placement, demonstrating confidence in the company's strategic direction.