Just sharing my endorsement timeline so it helps others:
31st Oct, 2025: Submitted Stage 1 Application (also ticked the box that I am applying for Stage 2 at same time as Stage 1).
17th Nov, 2025: Received Home Office email notification that application has been referred to Tech Nation.
24th Nov, 2025: Received Home Office email notification that Tech Nation endorsed my application for exceptional talent.
Stage 2 update here.
All the best to everyone else, happy to answer any questions.