Datavault AI Appoints Christopher R. Hardt to Board Following NYIAX Acquisition

Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ: DVLT), a Philadelphia-based leader in AI-driven data experiences and asset monetization, has appointed Christopher R. Hardt as an independent director to its board of directors, effective October 3, 2026. The appointment follows the company's August 2026 acquisition of NYIAX, which brought patented exchange technology and contract management capabilities to Datavault AI's platform. Hardt was designated by NYIAX in connection with the acquisition and previously served on the NYIAX board.

Hardt brings more than 30 years of experience in public-company financial reporting, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and international business operations. He will also serve on the Datavault AI Audit Committee and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. His prior roles include senior leadership positions at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), chief financial officer of Abri Capital, and board positions at NYIAX and Collective Audience. This depth of expertise is expected to be instrumental as Datavault AI integrates NYIAX's technology and pursues growth in the Web 3.0 environment.

The acquisition of NYIAX added patented exchange technology and contract management capabilities to Datavault AI's platform, enhancing its ability to deliver comprehensive solutions across its Acoustic Sciences and Data Sciences divisions. The company's Acoustic Sciences division features WiSA(R), ADIO(R), and Sumerian(R) patented technologies for spatial and multichannel wireless high-definition sound transmission. The Data Science division leverages Web 3.0 and high-performance computing for data perception, valuation, and secure monetization. Datavault AI serves multiple industries, including sports and entertainment, events and venues, biotech, education, fintech, real estate, healthcare, and energy.

Hardt's appointment is a strategic move to bolster financial oversight and governance during a critical integration phase. His experience in M&A and regulatory compliance will help ensure the successful assimilation of NYIAX's technology and the realization of synergies. For stakeholders, this signals a commitment to strong corporate governance and effective execution of growth strategies. The addition of a director with such extensive public-company experience may also enhance investor confidence as Datavault AI continues to innovate in AI-driven data experiences and asset monetization.

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