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賓夕法尼亞州費城, 2026年4月6日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - Datavault AI Inc.（「Datavault AI」或「本公司」）（納斯達克代碼：DVLT）作為人工智慧驅動的數據估值、變現、憑證認證、數位互動及實物資產（RWA）代幣化技術的領導者，今日宣布其執行長納撒尼爾·T·布拉德利將於今春在兩場歐洲頂級金融創新活動中發表具重大影響力的主題演講。2026年4月22日，Bradley將以旗艦合作夥伴身分，於倫敦歷史悠久的曼森豪斯（Mansion House）主講「CONV3RGENCE London & The Digital Commonwealth Awards 2026」活動。一個月後，即2026年5月21日，他將以主要戰略合作夥伴的身份，在蘇黎世Kaufleuten舉行的GenTwo旗艦活動「金融創新節」——AssetRush × Zurich 2026上擔綱重任，發表開幕演說並就代幣化資產的未來進行重要演講。這系列接連在歐洲舉行的主題演講，將延續布拉德利（Bradley）即將於4月7日在「XRP Tokyo 2026」大會上的發表。屆時他將向國際聽眾展示 Datavault AI 專利的 Information Data Exchange® (IDE®)、DataValue®、DataScore® 及 Data Vault Bank® AI Agent 技術的強大功能，並重點闡述 XRP 帳本上以數據驅動的實物資產（RWA）代幣化機遇。「歐洲已準備好在實體資產（RWA）創新領域實現飛躍，而 Datavault AI 正帶來實現這一目標的突破性技術，」Datavault AI 執行長納撒尼爾·T·布拉德利（Nathaniel T. Bradley）表示。「從正將 Web 3.0 視為擺脫永續債務模式、開創新經濟引擎的全球金融重鎮倫敦，到金融科技樞紐蘇黎世，我們將展示如何透過 AI 驅動的平台，為實體資產提供代幣化、透明且具備網路安全性的所有權。從戰略礦物與貴金屬，到房地產及姓名、形象與肖像權，歐洲擁有豐富的資產。這些主題演講不僅是發言時段——更是橫跨整個歐洲大陸建立新夥伴關係、吸引資本及實現爆發性成長的發射台。」在兩場活動中，布拉德利將重點闡述 Datavault AI 的專有智能合約基礎設施與 AI 代理如何重新定義實物資產（RWA）代幣化：透過建立可驗證的數位孿生、AI 驅動的估值，以及與生產掛鉤的收益分享機制，將缺乏流動性的實體資產轉化為全天候、全球可存取的數位證券。其中，AssetRush × Zurich 2026 更與 Datavault 在將美國及國際高品質礦產資源代幣化的發展動能完美契合，為公司提供絕佳舞台，使其能與渴望合規且具高潛力的 RWA 投資機會的歐洲投資者建立聯繫。這些亮相鞏固了 Datavault AI 作為機構級 RWA 代幣化首選基礎設施供應商的地位，並加速了該公司在全球的領導地位，以及其專利系統在亞洲、北美，乃至如今歐洲最具影響力的金融創新論壇中的擴展。關於 Datavault AI Inc.Datavault AI™（納斯達克代碼：DVLT）在 Web 3.0 環境中，引領著以人工智慧驅動的數據體驗、資產估值及變現領域。該公司的雲端平台提供全面解決方案，其聲學科學與數據科學部門皆以協作為核心。Datavault AI 的聲學科學部門擁有 WiSA®、ADIO® 及 Sumerian® 等專利技術，以及業界首創的基礎空間與多通道無線高解析度聲音傳輸技術，其智慧財產權涵蓋音訊時序、同步及多通道干擾消除等領域。資料科學部門則運用 Web 3.0 與高效能運算的優勢，提供體驗式資料感知、估值及安全變現的解決方案。Datavault AI 的雲端平台提供服務於多個產業的全面解決方案，包括針對體育與娛樂、活動與場館、生物科技、教育、金融科技、房地產、醫療保健、能源等領域的高性能運算（HPC）軟體授權。Information Data Exchange®（IDE）透過將實體的真實世界物件安全地連結至不可變的元數據物件，實現數位孿生（Digital Twins）以及姓名、形象與肖像（NIL）授權，從而促進具備完整性的負責任人工智慧發展。Datavault AI 的技術套件完全可自訂，提供人工智慧與機器學習（ML）自動化、第三方整合、詳細分析與數據、行銷自動化，以及廣告監測功能。該公司總部位於賓夕法尼亞州費城。欲進一步了解 Datavault AI，請造訪 www.dvlt.ai 。前瞻性陳述本新聞稿包含關於 Datavault AI Inc.（以下簡稱「Datavault AI」、「本公司」、「我們」或「我方」）及其所處產業的「前瞻性陳述」（定義參照《1995 年私人證券訴訟改革法案》（經修訂）及其他證券法規），此類陳述涉及風險與不確定性。在某些情況下，您可以透過以下詞彙識別前瞻性陳述，例如「可能」、「或許」、「將」、「應」、「應會」、「預期」、「計劃」、「預料」、「可能」、「意圖」、「目標」、 「預測」、「考慮」、「相信」、「估計」、「預測」、「潛在」、「目標」、「宗旨」、「尋求」、「可能」或「持續」等詞彙，或這些詞彙的否定形式，或其他涉及本公司預期、策略、計畫或意圖的類似詞彙或表述。未使用上述詞彙並不表示該陳述不具前瞻性。此類前瞻性陳述包括但不限於：關於未來事件的陳述；本公司預計將於 CONV3RGENCE London 及 AssetRush × Zurich 2026 活動中發表的主題演講； 本公司參與上述活動的預期商業、戰略及合作成果；本公司進軍歐洲市場的能力；以及本公司 RWA 代幣化技術與 AI 驅動平台的預期效益，均必然基於估計與假設，儘管本公司及其管理層認為這些估計與假設合理，但本質上仍存在不確定性。實際結果可能因各種風險與不確定性而與這些前瞻性陳述所指明的結果存在重大差異，包括但不限於以下事項：市場對 Datavault AI 服務與產品的需求變化；經濟、市場或監管環境的變化；與適用於代幣化資產的監管框架演變相關的風險；與技術開發及整合相關的風險； Datavault AI 開發並成功推廣技術的能力；Datavault AI 可能高估目標市場規模、採用新技術的意願或合作夥伴關係的風險； 以及 Datavault AI 向美國證券交易委員會（「SEC」）提交的文件中更詳盡所述的其他風險與不確定性，包括截至 2025 年 12 月 31 日止年度的 10-K 表格年度報告，以及 Datavault AI 不時向 SEC 提交的其他文件。謹此提醒您，請勿過度依賴這些前瞻性陳述，因其僅反映截至本文件日期之情況。Datavault AI 概無義務更新本新聞稿中所作之任何前瞻性陳述，以反映本新聞稿日期之後之事件或情況，或反映新資訊或意外事件之發生，惟法律另有規定者除外。Datavault AI 未必能實際實現其前瞻性陳述中所披露的計劃、意圖或預期，您不應過度依賴此類前瞻性陳述。Datavault AI 的前瞻性陳述並未反映其未來可能進行的任何收購、合併、處分、合資企業或投資所帶來的潛在影響。媒體聯絡人Alan Wallace公關總監marketing@dvlt.ai +1.267.817.7251投資人聯絡人Edward Barger投資人關係副總裁ir@dvlt.ai ebarger@dvlt.ai 消息來源：Datavault AI Inc Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

PHILADELPHIA, PA, Apr 6, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Datavault AI Inc. ("Datavault AI" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:DVLT), a leader in AI-driven data valuation, monetization, credentialing, digital engagement, and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization technologies, today announced that CEO Nathaniel T. Bradley will deliver high-impact keynote presentations at two premier European financial innovation events this spring.On April 22, 2026, Bradley will headline CONV3RGENCE London & The Digital Commonwealth Awards 2026 at the historic Mansion House in London as Flagship Partner. One month later, on May 21, 2026, he will take center stage as Main Strategic Partner at AssetRush × Zurich 2026, GenTwo's flagship "festival of financial innovation" at Kaufleuten Zurich, delivering the opening speech and a major talk on the future of tokenized assets.These back-to-back European keynotes build on Bradley's upcoming presentation at XRP Tokyo 2026 on April 7, where he will showcase the capabilities of Datavault AI's patented Information Data Exchange® (IDE®), DataValue®, DataScore®, and Data Vault Bank® AI Agent technologies to an international audience, highlighting data-driven RWA tokenization opportunities on the XRP Ledger."Europe is ready for the quantum leap into RWA innovation, and Datavault AI is bringing the breakthrough technology to make it happen," said Nathaniel T. Bradley, CEO of Datavault AI. "From London's global financial powerhouse that is finding Web 3.0 to be the new economic engine away from perpetual debt models, to Zurich's fintech epicenter, we're demonstrating how our AI-powered platform delivers tokenized, transparent, and cyber secure ownership in real-world assets. From strategic minerals and precious metals to real estate and name image likeness, Europe is asset rich. These keynotes are more than speaking slots-they're launchpads for new partnerships, capital, and explosive growth across the continent."At both events, Bradley will spotlight how Datavault AI's proprietary smart-contract infrastructure and AI agents are redefining RWA tokenization: creating verifiable digital twins, AI-driven valuations, and production-linked revenue participation that turn illiquid physical assets into 24/7 globally accessible digital securities. AssetRush × Zurich 2026, in particular, aligns perfectly with Datavault's momentum in tokenizing high-grade U.S. and international mineral resources, offering a prime stage to connect with European investors hungry for compliant, high-upside RWA opportunities.These appearances cement Datavault AI's position as the go-to infrastructure provider for institutional-grade RWA tokenization and accelerate the Company's global leadership and expansion of patented systems across Asia, North America, and now Europe's most influential financial innovation forums.About Datavault AI Inc.Datavault AI™ (NASDAQ:DVLT) is leading the way in AI-driven data experiences, valuation, and monetization of assets in the Web 3.0 environment. The Company's cloud-based platform provides comprehensive solutions with a collaborative focus in its Acoustic Science and Data Science Divisions.Datavault AI's Acoustic Science Division features WiSA®, ADIO®, and Sumerian® patented technologies and industry-first foundational spatial and multichannel wireless, high-definition sound transmission technologies with intellectual property covering audio timing, synchronization, and multi-channel interference cancellation.The Data Science Division leverages the power of Web 3.0 and high-performance computing to provide solutions for experiential data perception, valuation, and secure monetization. Datavault AI's cloud-based platform provides comprehensive solutions serving multiple industries, including HPC software licensing for sports & entertainment, events & venues, biotech, education, fintech, real estate, healthcare, energy, and more. The Information Data Exchange® (IDE) enables Digital Twins, licensing of name, image, and likeness (NIL) by securely attaching physical real-world objects to immutable metadata objects, fostering responsible AI with integrity. Datavault AI's technology suite is completely customizable and offers AI and Machine Learning (ML) automation, third-party integration, detailed analytics and data, marketing automation, and advertising monitoring.The Company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Learn more about Datavault AI at www.dvlt.ai.Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains "forward-looking statements" (within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, and other securities laws) about Datavault AI Inc. ("Datavault AI," the "Company," "us," "our," or "we") and our industry that involve risks and uncertainties. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements because they contain words, such as "may," "might," "will," "shall," "should," "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "could," "intends," "target," "projects," "contemplates," "believes," "estimates," "predicts," "potential," "goal," "objective," "seeks," "likely" or "continue" or the negative of these words or other similar terms or expressions that concern our expectations, strategy, plans or intentions. The absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Such forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements regarding future events; the Company's anticipated keynote presentations at CONV3RGENCE London and AssetRush × Zurich 2026; the expected commercial, strategic, and partnership outcomes of the Company's participation at these events; the Company's ability to expand into European markets; and the anticipated benefits of the Company's RWA tokenization technologies and AI-driven platform, are necessarily based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company and its management, are inherently uncertain.Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of various risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, the following: changes in market demand for Datavault AI's services and products; changes in economic, market, or regulatory conditions; risks relating to evolving regulatory frameworks applicable to tokenized assets; risks associated with technological development and integration; the ability of Datavault AI to develop and successfully market technologies; the risk that Datavault AI has overestimated the size of the target market, willingness to adopt new technologies, or partnerships; and other risks and uncertainties as more fully described in Datavault AI's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025 and other filings that Datavault AI makes from time to time with the SEC. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof.Datavault AI undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements made in this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release or to reflect new information or the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law. Datavault AI may not actually achieve the plans, intentions, or expectations disclosed in its forward-looking statements, and you should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. Datavault AI's forward-looking statements do not reflect the potential impact of any future acquisitions, mergers, dispositions, joint ventures, or investments it may make.Media ContactAlan WallaceHead of Public Relationsmarketing@dvlt.ai+1.267.817.7251Investor ContactEdward BargerVP, Investor Relationsir@dvlt.aiebarger@dvlt.aiSOURCE: Datavault AI Inc Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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HONG KONG, Apr 3, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The World Trade Organization’s latest Global Trade Outlook and Statistics report shows that Hong Kong rose to become the world’s fifth-largest trading entity in 2025, climbing two places from the preceding year. The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) noted that the WTO report fully demonstrated Hong Kong’s continued resilience in merchandise trade. Total trade value continued to grow robustly last year, further reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as an international trading hub. Hong Kong’s achievement is attributable to the institutional advantages under the “One Country, Two Systems” principle, as well as its free and open business environment.This year marks the beginning of the national 15th Five-Year Plan. The Plan supports Hong Kong in better integrating into national development, consolidating and enhancing its status as an international financial, shipping and trade centre, while developing into an international innovation and technology centre and an international hub for high-calibre talent. This fully demonstrates that the “Four Centres and One Hub” positioning meets the country’s needs and builds on Hong Kong’s distinct strengths. With a global network of 51 offices, the HKTDC will continue to leverage Hong Kong’s unique advantage as a gateway linking the Chinese Mainland with the rest of the world, promoting Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. International exhibitions, conferences and business missions will also be organised to create business opportunities for companies in the Chinese Mainland and international markets.HKTDC Media Room: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enMedia enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Jane CheungTel: (852) 2584 4137Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Goyang, Korea, Apr 3, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 2026 MyK FESTA, a comprehensive K-culture event hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister CHAE Hwi-young, hereinafter "MCST") and organized by the Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (President Park Chang Sik, hereinafter "KOFICE"), will be held for four days, from June 25 (Thu) to 28 (Sun), at KINTEX and SONO Calm GOYANG in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province.Next-Generation Star Lee Chae Min Appointed as Official AmbassadorActor Lee Chae Min has been appointed as the official ambassador for this year's event. Lee has garnered global recognition as a rising star through the drama Bon Appétit, Your Majesty. Additionally, he is also widely known among K-pop audiences worldwide, bolstered by his extensive experience as a music show MC. KOFICE stated that Lee was selected in recognition of his fresh and sophisticated image as a rising K-culture icon, which closely aligns with the values of MyK FESTA. As the official ambassador, Lee is expected to participate in on-site programs during the event, with detailed program information to be announced at a later date.A Four-Pillar Program Integrating Performance, Discourse, and BusinessMyK FESTA is structured around four main programs designed to offer an immersive experience of the diverse facets of K-culture.At KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1, dynamic K-pop concerts will be held alongside a talk platform offering insights into the cultural industries. First, MyK LIVE (a concert) will feature top-tier artists such as HIGHLIGHT, TREASURE, ZEROBASEONE, RIIZE, izna, and Hearts2Hearts, showcasing the essence of K-pop. Second, MyK VOICE (a talk session) will bring together experts from various sectors of the cultural industries to engage in open discussions on current trends and the future outlook of K-culture. Third, MyK STREET (an exhibition and experience-driven platform) will offer new consumer experiences through pop-up stores and showcases featuring companies across various K-culture sectors.At SONO Calm GOYANG, a series of specialized business programs will be held to strengthen the industry ecosystem of K-culture. Finally, MyK TRADE (an export consultation platform) will support the tangible global expansion of Korea's cultural industries through B2B export consultations and a networking day involving global buyers and Korean companies.Park Chang Sik, President of KOFICE, stated, "At last year's inaugural event, MyK FESTA shared content that brought together K-culture and everyday life for global audiences, demonstrating its potential as an event capable of attracting around 50,000 global fans." He added, "This year, we plan to offer a more in-depth experience of our cultural industries through a diverse range of programs tailored to the individual preferences of visitors."Ticket information and detailed schedules for the MyK LIVE concerts will be announced in phases via the official website (www.mykfesta.com) and official social media channels.Media contactMin-seok Seo, Director of the Global Content Outreach TeamKorean Foundation for International Cultural ExchangeW - https://www.mykfesta.com Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

賓夕法尼亞州費城, 2026年4月3日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 數據變現、憑證認證、數位互動及實物資產（「RWA」）代幣化技術領域的領導者 Datavault AI Inc.（「Datavault AI」或「本公司」）（NASDAQ:DVLT）今日宣布，執行長納撒尼爾 （奈特）·T·布拉德利將於2026年4月7日在日本東京八芳園舉行的「XRP Tokyo 2026」大會上，展示並介紹公司的DataValue®、DataScore®、Data Vault Bank® AI Agent以及已獲專利的Information Data Exchange®技術。Bradley 的演講題為「數據驅動的 RWA 代幣化：在 XRP 帳本上釋放日本兆日圓的商機」，將展示 Datavault AI 的平台如何在日本這個監管友善的市場中，支援房地產、大宗商品及其他高價值資產的安全、AI 驅動的代幣化。日本已崛起為亞洲領先的實體資產代幣化市場，由三菱日聯金融集團（MUFG）支持的 Progmat 等機構平台管理的代幣化資產規模約達 4,400 億日圓（約 28 億美元），主要為房地產及公司債券。更廣泛的公開證券型代幣發行（STO）活動規模已達13億至20億美元以上，預計該產業規模將在2026年底前突破1兆日圓（約60億至70億美元）。近期的重要進展包括三菱日聯金融集團（MUFG）於2026年3月發行規模達224億日圓（約1.42億美元）的大阪堂島濱塔房地產證券型代幣，這是迄今為止規模最大的單一發行項目之一。「日本機構對代幣化實體資產的採用，加上明確的監管框架，為可擴展的授權及客戶合作創造了絕佳機會，」Datavault AI 執行長納撒尼爾·布拉德利（Nathaniel Bradley）表示。「在 XRP Tokyo 大會上，我們將展示如何透過 AI 驅動的數據估值與代幣化基礎設施，協助日本機構釋放房地產、大宗商品及其他高價值資產的流動性。我們致力於在亞太地區建立長期商業關係，為 Datavault AI 創造實質的營收機會。」由 XRPL Japan 主辦，作為 TEAMZ Web3/AI Summit 2026 的一部分，XRP Tokyo 2026 匯聚了開發者、企業、投資者及機構，共同探討區塊鏈在現實世界的應用，包括代幣化、支付及數位資產基礎設施。Datavault AI 的參與，不僅延續了其在實物資產（RWA）代幣化領域的蓬勃發展態勢，更體現了該公司對亞太市場擴張及國際客戶開發的戰略重點。關於 Datavault AI Inc.Datavault AI TM（納斯達克代碼：DVLT）在 Web 3.0 環境中，於人工智慧驅動的數據體驗、資產估值及變現領域處於領先地位。該公司的雲端平台提供全面的解決方案，其聲學科學與數據科學部門皆以協作為核心。Datavault AI 的聲學科學部門擁有 WiSA®、ADIO® 及 Sumerian® 等專利技術，以及業界首創的基礎空間與多聲道無線高解析度聲音傳輸技術，其智慧財產權涵蓋音訊時序、同步及多聲道干擾消除等領域。數據科學部門則運用 Web 3.0 與高效能運算的優勢，提供體驗式數據感知、估值及安全變現的解決方案。Datavault AI 的平台服務於多個產業，包括運動與娛樂、活動與場館、生物科技、教育、金融科技、房地產、醫療保健、能源等領域的高效能運算軟體授權。Information Data Exchange® 透過將實體世界中的物件安全地連結至不可變更的元數據，實現數位孿生以及姓名、肖像與形象的授權，從而促進具備完整性的負責任人工智慧發展。該公司的技術套件完全可自訂，提供基於人工智慧與機器學習的自動化功能、第三方整合、詳細分析與數據、行銷自動化以及廣告監測。公司總部位於賓夕法尼亞州費城。欲進一步了解 Datavault AI，請造訪 https://datavaultsite.com關於 XRP Tokyo 2026XRP Tokyo 2026 是日本首屈一指的 XRP 主題會議，將於 2026 年 4 月 7 日在東京的 Happo-en 舉行。本活動由 XRPL Japan 主辦，旨在展示 XRP Ledger 在機構採用及現實世界區塊鏈創新中的作用。更多資訊請見：xrp-tokyo.io。市場數據來源日本實物資產代幣化市場數據：" Progmat 轉向公有鏈：將 4,400 億日圓的證券型代幣資產遷移至 Avalanche」，《FinTech Observer》，2026 年 2 月 26 日（https://www.fintechobserver.com/progmat-pivots-to-public-chain-migrates-440-billion-yen-in-security-token-assets-to-avalanche/）； 「三菱日聯金融集團進軍13億美元日本證券型代幣市場」，BeInCrypto，2025年10月10日（https://beincrypto.com/mufg-enters-1-3-billion-japan-security-token-market/）； 「BOOSTRY 發布日本證券型代幣市場報告（2024 財年）」，野村控股，2025 年 4 月 2 日（https://www.nomuraholdings.com/en/news/nr/news202504022.html）； 「Progmat 將逾 20 億美元的代幣化證券遷移至 Avalanche」，Avax.network，2026 年 2 月 25 日 (https://www.avax.network/about/blog/progmat-migrates-2b-tokenized-securities-to-avalanche)； 「三菱日聯金融集團推出首款自有品牌房地產證券代幣，規模達1.42億美元」，Ledger Insights，2026年3月（https://www.ledgerinsights.com/mufg-launches-first-own-brand-real-estate-security-token-for-142-million/）。前瞻性陳述本新聞稿包含關於 Datavault AI Inc.（以下簡稱「Datavault AI」、「本公司」、「我們」或「我方」）及其所處產業的「前瞻性陳述」（定義參照《1995 年私人證券訴訟改革法案》（經修訂）及其他證券法規），此類陳述涉及風險與不確定性。在某些情況下，您可以透過以下詞彙識別前瞻性陳述，例如「可能」、「或許」、「將」、「應」、「預期」、「計劃」、「預料」、「能夠」、「意圖」、「目標」、「預測」、「考慮」、「相信」、 「估計」、「預測」、「潛在」、「目標」、「宗旨」、「尋求」、「可能」或「持續」，或這些詞語的否定形式，或其他涉及本公司預期、策略、計畫或意圖的類似詞彙或表述。即使未使用上述詞語，亦不代表該陳述不具前瞻性。此類前瞻性陳述，包括但不限於關於未來事件的陳述、日本機構採用代幣化實物資產（RWAs）所帶來的可擴展授權及客戶合作機會，以及本公司基於人工智慧的數據估值與代幣化基礎設施如何協助日本機構釋放房地產、大宗商品及其他高價值資產的流動性，以及本公司商業策略的預期營運、技術與商業成果， 以及數位資產相關監管變動的預期走向與市場影響，均必然基於某些估計與假設。儘管本公司及其管理層認為該等估計與假設合理，但其本質上仍存在不確定性。謹此提醒讀者，切勿過度依賴本文所載之前述及其他前瞻性陳述。實際結果可能因各種風險及不確定性而與這些前瞻性陳述所指稱者存在重大差異，包括但不限於以下因素：本公司能否因日本機構採用代幣化實物資產（RWAs），從而創造具擴展性的授權及客戶合作機會； 本公司能否透過其人工智慧驅動的數據估值與代幣化基礎設施，協助日本機構釋放房地產、大宗商品及其他高價值資產的流動性；市場對 Datavault AI 服務與產品的需求變化；經濟、市場或監管環境的變化；與適用於代幣化資產的監管框架演變相關的風險； 與技術開發及整合相關的風險；以及 Datavault AI 向美國證券交易委員會（SEC）提交的文件中更詳盡所述的其他風險與不確定性，包括截至 2025 年 12 月 31 日止年度的 10-K 表格年度報告，以及 Datavault AI 不時向 SEC 提交的其他文件（該等文件可於 SEC 網站 www.sec.gov 查閱），這些因素均可能導致實際結果與預期有所出入。本新聞稿中所載的前瞻性陳述僅涉及該陳述作出當日的事件。Datavault AI 概無義務更新本新聞稿中的任何前瞻性陳述，以反映本新聞稿發布日之後的事件或情況，或反映新資訊或意外事件的發生，但法律另有規定者除外。Datavault AI 可能無法實際實現其前瞻性陳述中所披露的計劃、意圖或預期，您不應過度依賴此類前瞻性陳述。Datavault AI 的前瞻性陳述並未反映其未來可能進行的任何收購、合併、處分、合資企業或投資所帶來的潛在影響。產業與市場數據在本新聞稿中，我們引用了有關本公司產品市場的資訊與統計數據。其中部分資訊與統計數據係取自各類獨立第三方來源，包括獨立產業刊物、市場研究機構的報告及其他獨立來源。本新聞稿所載之部分數據及其他資訊亦基於管理層的估算與計算，該等估算與計算係源自我們對內部調查及獨立來源的審閱與解讀。關於我們所處競爭產業、以及我們在這些產業中的市場地位與市佔率的數據，本質上具有不精確性，且受制於我們無法控制的重大商業、經濟及競爭不確定性；但我們認為，這些數據大致反映了該產業的規模、地位及市佔率。儘管我們認為此類資訊可靠，但我們並未對任何第三方資訊進行獨立核實。雖然我們相信本公司內部的研究與估算具有可靠性，但此類研究與估算尚未經任何獨立來源核實。此外，基於多種因素，我們及所處產業未來表現的假設與估算必然存在高度的不確定性與風險。這些及其他因素可能導致我們的未來表現與假設及估算產生重大差異。因此，您應知悉本新聞稿中所載之市場、排名及其他類似產業數據，以及基於該等數據所作之估計與判斷，可能並不可靠。媒體聯絡人Alan Wallace公關總監marketing@dvlt.ai+1.267.817.7251投資人聯絡人Edward Barger投資人關係副總裁ebarger@dvlt.ai如需進一步了解 Datavault AI 的 RWA 解決方案，或安排與 Nathaniel Bradley 的採訪，請聯繫上述公關團隊。消息來源：Datavault AI Inc Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

PHILADELPHIA, PA, Apr 3, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Datavault AI Inc. ("Datavault AI" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:DVLT), a leader in data monetization, credentialing, digital engagement, and real-world asset ("RWA") tokenization technologies, today announced that CEO Nathaniel (Nate) T. Bradley will present and exhibit the Company's DataValue®, DataScore®, Data Vault Bank® AI Agent, and patented Information Data Exchange® technologies at XRP Tokyo 2026 on April 7, 2026, at Happo-en in Tokyo, Japan.Bradley's presentation, "Data-Driven RWA Tokenization: Unlocking Japan's Trillion-Yen Opportunity on the XRP Ledger," will demonstrate how Datavault AI's platforms support secure, AI-powered tokenization of real estate, commodities, and other high-value assets in Japan's regulation-friendly market.Japan has emerged as Asia's leading real-world asset tokenization market, with institutional platforms such as Progmat (MUFG-backed) managing approximately ¥440 billion (~$2.8 billion USD) in tokenized assets, primarily real estate and corporate bonds. Broader public STO (Security Token Offering) activity has reached the $1.3-2 billion+ range, with the sector projected to exceed ¥1 trillion (~$6-7 billion) by the end of 2026. Recent momentum includes MUFG's March 2026 launch of its ¥22.4 billion (~$142 million) Osaka Dojimahama Tower real estate security token, one of the largest single issuances to date."Japan's institutional adoption of tokenized real-world assets, combined with clear regulatory frameworks, creates exceptional opportunities for scalable licensing and customer partnerships," said Nathaniel Bradley, CEO of Datavault AI. "At XRP Tokyo, we'll demonstrate how our AI-powered data valuation and tokenization infrastructure can help Japanese institutions unlock liquidity in real estate, commodities, and other high-value assets. We're focused on building long-term commercial relationships across the APAC region that translate into meaningful revenue opportunities for Datavault AI."Hosted by XRPL Japan as part of the TEAMZ Web3/AI Summit 2026, XRP Tokyo 2026 brings together developers, enterprises, investors, and institutions to explore real-world blockchain applications, including tokenization, payments, and digital asset infrastructure.Datavault AI's participation builds on its growing momentum in RWA tokenization and reflects its strategic focus on APAC market expansion and international customer development.About Datavault AI Inc.Datavault AI TM (NASDAQ:DVLT) is leading the way in AI-driven data experiences, valuation, and monetization of assets in the Web 3.0 environment. The Company's cloud-based platform provides comprehensive solutions with a collaborative focus in its Acoustic Sciences and Data Sciences divisions.Datavault AI's Acoustic Sciences division features WiSA®, ADIO®, and Sumerian® patented technologies and industry-first foundational spatial and multichannel wireless, high-definition sound transmission technologies with intellectual property covering audio timing, synchronization, and multi-channel interference cancellation. The Data Science Division leverages the power of Web 3.0 and high-performance computing to provide solutions for experiential data perception, valuation, and secure monetization.Datavault AI's platform serves multiple industries, including high-performance computing software licensing for sports & entertainment, events & venues, biotech, education, fintech, real estate, healthcare, energy, and more. The Information Data Exchange® enables Digital Twins and the licensing of name, image, and likeness by securely attaching physical real-world objects to immutable metadata, fostering responsible AI with integrity. The Company's technology suite is fully customizable and offers AI- and machine-learning-based automation, third-party integration, detailed analytics and data, marketing automation, and advertising monitoring.The Company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Learn more about Datavault AI at https://datavaultsite.comAbout XRP Tokyo 2026XRP Tokyo 2026 is Japan's premier XRP-focused conference, taking place April 7, 2026, at Happo-en, Tokyo. Hosted by XRPL Japan, the event showcases the XRP Ledger's role in institutional adoption and real-world blockchain innovation. More information: xrp-tokyo.io.Market Data SourcesJapan real-world asset tokenization market data: "Progmat Pivots to Public Chain: Migrates 440 Billion Yen in Security Token Assets to Avalanche," FinTech Observer, February 26, 2026 (https://www.fintechobserver.com/progmat-pivots-to-public-chain-migrates-440-billion-yen-in-security-token-assets-to-avalanche/); "MUFG Enters $1.3 Billion Japan Security Token Market," BeInCrypto, October 10, 2025 (https://beincrypto.com/mufg-enters-1-3-billion-japan-security-token-market/); "BOOSTRY Publishes Japan Security Token Market Report (FY2024)," Nomura Holdings, April 2, 2025 (https://www.nomuraholdings.com/en/news/nr/news202504022.html); "Progmat Migrates $2B+ of its Tokenized Securities to Avalanche," Avax.network, February 25, 2026 (https://www.avax.network/about/blog/progmat-migrates-2b-tokenized-securities-to-avalanche); "MUFG launches first own brand real estate security token for $142 million," Ledger Insights, March 2026 (https://www.ledgerinsights.com/mufg-launches-first-own-brand-real-estate-security-token-for-142-million/).Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains "forward-looking statements" (within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, and other securities laws) about Datavault AI Inc. ("Datavault AI," the "Company," "us," "our," or "we") and our industry that involve risks and uncertainties. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements because they contain words, such as "may," "might," "will," "shall," "should," "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "could," "intends," "target," "projects," "contemplates," "believes," "estimates," "predicts," "potential," "goal," "objective," "seeks," "likely" or "continue" or the negative of these words or other similar terms or expressions that concern our expectations, strategy, plans or intentions. The absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Such forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements regarding future events, the creation of opportunities for scalable licensing and customer partnerships as a result of Japan's institutional adoption of tokenized RWAs, and how the Company's AI-powered data valuation and tokenization infrastructure can help Japanese institutions unlock liquidity in real estate, commodities and other high-value assets, and expected operational, technical, and commercial outcomes of the Company's commercial strategy, and the projected direction and market impacts of regulatory changes with respect to digital assets, are necessarily based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company and its management, are inherently uncertain.Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these and other forward-looking statements contained herein.Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of various risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, the following: the Company's ability to create opportunities for scalable licensing and customer partnerships as a result of Japan's institutional adoption of tokenized RWAs; the Company's ability to help Japanese institutions unlock liquidity in real estate, commodities and other high-value assets through its AI-powered data valuation and tokenization infrastructure; changes in market demand for Datavault AI's services and products; changes in economic, market, or regulatory conditions; risks relating to evolving regulatory frameworks applicable to tokenized assets; risks associated with technological development and integration; and other risks and uncertainties as more fully described in Datavault AI's filings with the SEC, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025 and other filings that Datavault AI makes from time to time with the SEC, which are available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov, and could cause actual results to vary from expectations.The forward-looking statements made in this press release relate only to events as of the date on which the statements are made. 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These and other factors could cause our future performance to differ materially from our assumptions and estimates. As a result, you should be aware that market, ranking and other similar industry data included in this press release, and estimates and beliefs based on that data, may not be reliable.Media ContactAlan WallaceHead of Public Relationsmarketing@dvlt.ai+1.267.817.7251Investor ContactEdward BargerVP, Investor Relationsebarger@dvlt.aiFor more information on Datavault AI's RWA solutions or to schedule an interview with Nathaniel Bradley, contact the press team above.SOURCE: Datavault AI Inc Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

佛羅里達州西棕櫚灘, 2026年4月2日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 美國馬球協會（USPA）的官方運動品牌U.S. Polo Assn. 自豪地贊助了2026年3月19日至22日在德克薩斯州達拉斯附近的普雷斯頓伍德馬球鄉村俱樂部舉行的I級全國大學馬球錦標賽（NIC）。 作為美國大學馬球最高水平的賽事，NIC彙聚了全國頂尖的大學生運動員，共同角逐全國冠軍頭銜。2026年第一分區女子全國大學馬球錦標賽冠軍，南卡羅來納大學艾肯分校馬球隊：溫妮弗雷德·布蘭斯庫姆、麥迪森·喬丹和布里安娜·喬丹; 2026年第一分區男子全國大學馬球錦標賽冠軍，北德克薩斯大學馬球隊：亞歷克·費爾哈伯、尼古拉斯·費爾哈伯、約翰·費爾哈伯、摩西·格雷夫桑德、塞巴斯蒂安·塞利斯·格雷羅 圖片來源：@oanaphoto作為美國馬球協會（USPA）校際馬球專案（I/I）的自豪支援者，U.S. Polo Assn. 持續致力於培養新一代馬球運動員。 在2026年全國大學錦標賽（NIC）期間，這一全球運動品牌為所有參賽者提供了定製賽事T恤，其特別版設計旨在紀念第一分區女子全國大學錦標賽50周年; 此外，該品牌還為所有決賽選手準備了獎品，並向獲勝隊伍贈送了專屬的U.S. Polo Assn.冠軍帽。 現場，該運動品牌還通過贈送帽子等方式提升了球迷的觀賽體驗，進一步點燃了錦標賽的熱烈氛圍。第一分區女子全國大學馬球錦標賽概況：• 決賽對陣：南卡羅來納大學艾肯分校（Winifred Branscum、Brianna Jordan、Madison Jordan）對陣 德克薩斯農工大學（Josie Dorsey、Francesca Felhaber、Jordan Fikes，替補：Kylie Beard、Emily Coflin、Sophia DeAngelis）• 日期：2026年3月22日• 地點：普雷斯頓伍德馬球及鄉村俱樂部，德克薩斯州奧克波因特• 最終比分：15（南卡羅來納大學艾肯分校）- 6（德克薩斯農工大學）• 全明星陣容：麥迪森·喬丹（南卡羅來納大學艾肯分校）、喬西·多爾西（德克薩斯農工大學）、凱爾西·佈雷（弗吉尼亞大學）和溫妮弗雷德·布蘭斯庫姆（南卡羅來納大學艾肯分校）• 最佳比賽馬：Fiscal，由溫妮弗雷德·布蘭斯庫姆（南卡羅來納大學艾肯分校）騎乘並擁有第一分區男子全國大學錦標賽概況：• 決賽對陣：北德克薩斯大學（亞歷克·費爾哈伯、約翰·費爾哈伯、尼古拉斯·費爾哈伯、莫西亞·格雷夫桑德，替補：塞巴斯蒂安·塞利斯·格雷羅）對陣康奈爾大學（貝尼托·哈米略、馬拉基·萊特、馬克斯·斯波納，替補：哈裡森·弗雷德里克斯、芬·馬羅尼、米哈利·平松、迪倫·湯）• 日期：2026年3月22日• 地點：普雷斯頓伍德馬球及鄉村俱樂部，德克薩斯州奧克波因特• 最終比分：15（北德克薩斯大學）-13（康奈爾大學）• 全明星陣容：威爾·穆德拉（德克薩斯農工大學）、馬拉基·萊特（康奈爾大學）、貝尼托·賈米略（康奈爾大學）、約翰·費爾哈伯（北德克薩斯大學）• 最佳比賽馬：祖里，德克薩斯農工大學所有U.S. Polo Assn. 通過其「大學合作夥伴計劃」（CPP），為全美超過 30 所高校及約 70 支球隊提供支援。 該品牌已連續第八年開展此項計劃，通過提供球衣、定製高性能運動服、品牌裝備、資金資助等方式，支援新一代馬球運動員的成長。 CPP向所有高校開放，參與球隊遍佈東西海岸，涵蓋小型私立院校與大型公立院校，以及常春藤聯盟和歷史悠久的黑人學院及大學（HBCUs）。“第一級全國大學馬球錦標賽代表著這項運動的未來，在大學競技的最高舞臺上，對馬球的奉獻精神、團隊合作與熱情在此彙聚，”管理著價值數十億美元的U.S. Polo Assn.品牌的USPA Global公司總裁兼首席執行官J. Michael Prince表示。 “U.S. Polo Assn. 很榮幸能支持這些傑出的學生運動員，並繼續在各個層面對新一代球員和未來領導者進行投資。 ”“祝賀所有參加第一分區女子和男子錦標賽的選手，並祝願下個月參加第二分區全國大學馬球錦標賽的選手好運，”普林斯補充道。一級聯賽女子組和男子組決賽將在Global Polo屢獲殊榮的節目《Breakaway： Polo in College》中播出，並通過ESPN和Global Polo平臺進行轉播，將大學馬球錦標賽的影響力擴展至全球觀眾。 具體播出時間請查閱當地節目表。“2026年全美大學馬球錦標賽正值第一分區女子大學馬球錦標賽50周年，看到這些學生運動員在如此激烈且意義重大的賽季中展現出的非凡才華與奉獻精神，令人深受鼓舞，”美國馬球協會（USPA）大學/中學馬球委員會（I/I）主席莉茲·佈雷博伊表示。 “在美國馬球協會（U.S. Polo Assn.）的持續支援下，大學馬球運動不斷發展壯大，觸達了新的受眾和體育愛好者，這對我們以及整個大學體育界而言都令人無比振奮。 ”關於 U.S. Polo Assn. 和 USPA GlobalU.S. Polo Assn. 是美國馬球協會（USPA）的官方運動品牌。 USPA 成立於 1890 年，是美國規模最大的馬球俱樂部和馬球運動員協會。 U.S. Polo Assn. 業務規模達數十億美元，通過全球1,200多家零售店及數千個其他銷售網點進行分銷，為全球190多個國家的男女及兒童提供服裝、配飾和鞋履。 該品牌贊助了全球各大馬球賽事，包括每年在棕櫚灘的NPC舉行的美國公開馬球錦標賽®——這是美國最頂級的馬球錦標賽。 通過與美國ESPN、歐洲TNT和Eurosport以及印度Star Sports達成的歷史性合作，由U.S. Polo Assn.贊助的數項世界頂級馬球錦標賽現已實現電視轉播，使全球數百萬體育迷首次得以欣賞這項激動人心的運動。據《License Global》報導，U.S. Polo Assn. 一直與NFL、PGA巡迴賽和一級方程式賽車並列，被評為全球頂尖體育授權商之一。 此外，這一受運動啟發的品牌因全球業務增長及體育內容而屢獲國際獎項。 憑藉其作為全球品牌的巨大成功，U.S. Polo Assn. 不僅登上了《福布斯》、《財富》、《現代零售》和《GQ》等雜誌，還出現在雅虎財經和彭博社等全球眾多知名媒體上。 如需瞭解更多資訊，請訪問 uspoloassnglobal.com  並關注 @uspoloassn。USPA Global是美國馬球協會（USPA）的子公司，負責管理價值數十億美元的運動品牌U.S. Polo Assn.。USPA Global還管理其子公司Global Polo，後者是全球馬球運動內容的領導者。 如需瞭解更多資訊，請訪問globalpolo.com或YouTube上的Global Polo頻道。如需更多資訊，請聯繫：香農·斯蒂爾森（Shannon Stilson）——體育營銷與媒體副總裁電話：+001.561.227.6994 - 電子郵件：sstilson@uspagl.com斯泰西·科瓦爾斯基 - 全球公關與傳播副總裁電話 +001.561.790.8036 - 電子郵件：skovalsky@uspagl.com來源：美國馬球協會 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

West Palm Beach, FL, Apr 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly supported the Division I National Intercollegiate Championship (NIC), held March 19-22, 2026, near Dallas, Texas, at the Prestonwood Polo & Country Club. As the highest level of collegiate polo in the United States, the NIC brings together the nation's top student-athletes to compete for national titles.2026 Division I Women's National Intercollegiate Champions, University of South Carolina - Aiken Polo Team Winifred Branscum, Madison Jordan, and Brianna Jordan; 2026 Division I Men's National Intercollegiate Champions, University of North Texas Polo Team Alec Felhaber, Niklaus Felhaber, Johann Felhaber, Mosiah Gravesande, Sebastian Celis GuerreroPhoto Credit: @oanaphotoAs a proud supporter of the USPA's Intercollegiate/Interscholastic (I/I) Program, U.S. Polo Assn. continues to invest in the next generation of polo players. For the 2026 NIC, the global sport brand provided custom event t-shirts for all participants, featuring special-edition designs honoring the 50th Anniversary of the Division I Women's NIC, along with player prizes for all finalists and exclusive U.S. Polo Assn. Champions Caps to the winning teams. On-site, the sport brand also enhanced the fan experience with cap giveaways, adding to the energy of the championship atmosphere.Division I Women's National Intercollegiate Championship at a Glance:Final Matchup: University of South Carolina - Aiken(Winifred Branscum, Brianna Jordan, Madison Jordan) vs. Texas A&M University(Josie Dorsey, Francesca Felhaber, Jordan Fikes, Alternates: Kylie Beard, Emily Coflin, Sophia DeAngelis)Date: March 22, 2026Location: Prestonwood Polo & Country Club, Oak Point, TexasFinal Score: 15 (USC-Aiken) - 6 (Texas A&M)All-Stars: Madison Jordan (USC-Aiken), Josie Dorsey (TAMU), Kelsey Bray (UVA), and Winifred Branscum (USC-Aiken)Best Playing Pony: Fiscal, played and owned by Winifred Branscum (USC-Aiken)Division I Men's National Intercollegiate Championship at a Glance:Final Matchup: University of North Texas(Alec Felhaber, Johann Felhaber, Niklaus Felhaber, Mosiah Gravesande, Alternate: Sebastian Celis Guerrero) vs. Cornell University(Benito Jarmillo, Malachi Light, Max Sponer, Alternates: Harrison Fredericks, Fin Maroney, Mihali Pinzon, Dylan Tung)Date: March 22, 2026Location: Prestonwood Polo & Country Club, Oak Point, TexasFinal Score: 15 (UNT) -13 (Cornell)All-Stars: Will Mudra (TAMU), Malachi Light (Cornell), Benito Jarmillo (Cornell), Johann Felhaber (UNT)Best Playing Pony: Zury, owned by Texas A&M UniversityU.S. Polo Assn. supports more than 30 colleges and universities and approximately 70 teams nationwide through its Collegiate Partnership Program (CPP). During its eighth consecutive year, the brand supports the next generation of polo players through jerseys, custom-performance apparel, branded equipment, financial contributions, and more. The CPP is available to all colleges and universities, with its participating teams ranging from the East to the West Coast and including small private and large public institutions, as well as Ivy League and Historically Black Colleges or Universities (HBCUs)."The Division I National Intercollegiate Championship represents the future of the sport, where dedication, teamwork, and passion for the sport of polo come together at the highest level of collegiate competition," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "U.S. Polo Assn. is proud to support these exceptional student-athletes and to continue investing in the next generation of players and future leaders at every level.""Congratulations to all of the participants in the Division I Women's and Men's Championships, and good luck to the Division II National Intercollegiate Championships participants next month," added Prince.The Division I Women's and Men's Finals will be featured on Global Polo's award-winning show, "Breakaway: Polo in College," and distributed across ESPN and Global Polo platforms, extending the reach of collegiate championship polo to a global audience. Check local listings for airtimes."The 2026 National Intercollegiate Championship marks the 50th Anniversary of the Division I Women's Intercollegiate Tournament, and it's inspiring to see the remarkable talent and commitment these student-athletes have shown throughout such a highly competitive and significant season," said Liz Brayboy, Chair of the USPA's Intercollegiate/Interscholastic (I/I) Committee. "With the continued support of U.S. Polo Assn., collegiate polo continues to grow and reach new audiences and sports fans, which is incredibly exciting for us, and collegiate sports overall."About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA GlobalU.S. Polo Assn. is the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. The brand sponsors major polo events around the world, including the U.S. Open Polo Championship®, held annually at NPC in The Palm Beaches, the premier polo tournament in the United States. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States, TNT and Eurosport in Europe, and Star Sportsin India now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, PGA Tour, and Formula 1, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global growth and sport content. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.USPA Global is a subsidiary of the United States Polo Association (USPA) and manages the multi-billion-dollar sports brand, U.S. Polo Assn. USPA Global also manages the subsidiary, Global Polo, which is the worldwide leader in polo sport content. To learn more, visit globalpolo.com or Global Polo on YouTube.For Additional Information, Contact:Shannon Stilson - VP, Sports Marketing and MediaPhone +001.561.227.6994 - E-mail: sstilson@uspagl.comStacey Kovalsky - VP, Global PR and CommunicationsPhone +001.561.790.8036 - E-mail: skovalsky@uspagl.comSOURCE: U.S. Polo Assn. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Vancouver, BC, Apr 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Founders Metals Inc. (TSXV: FDR) (OTCQX: FDMIF) (FSE: 9DL0) ("Founders" or the "Company") announces a new high-grade gold discovery at its Antino Gold Project ("Antino" or "Project") in southeastern Suriname. The Company reports high-grade gold mineralization from surface, returning 17.22 grams per tonne (g/t) gold (Au) over 3.6 metres (m) within a broader 24.6 m interval grading 2.81 g/t Au, in the first-ever drillhole in the Antino North area (Figure 1).HighlightsFirst ever Antino North drilling delivers exceptional results from surface in the first drillhole (AN001)24.6 m of 2.81 g/t Au including 3.60 m of 17.22 g/t Au from 1.5 m down hole13.5 m of 0.44 g/t Au from 54.6 mFirst drillhole testing one of twelve gold-bearing structures identified to date at Antino NorthSurface work continues:Over 4,500 auger samples to date in 2026Total combined strike length of mapped shear zones on surface is 5.3 kmSecond Antino North drill now turning on previously undrilled kilometre-scale gold auger anomaly (Figure 2)Colin Padget, President & CEO, commented, "The Antino North area covers nearly 10,000 hectares of highly prospective geology that has never seen a drillhole - so we are thrilled to see such high-grade results from our first diamond hole into the area. Our team on the ground has so far mapped twelve parallel shear zones across and along strike of the intercepted structure, and we plan to test many of them over the current ~3,500 metre phase-one drill program. This Antino North discovery reinforces our belief that the larger Antino Project is host to a major district-scale gold system, and there remains significant exploration upside and opportunity for further discoveries with this year's exploration program."Antino North DrillingThe new discovery is hosted within a series of approximately 5- to 25-metre-wide shear zones, with geological characteristics consistent with high-grade gold mineralization documented elsewhere on the Antino Gold Project, including at Upper Antino. The reported drillhole tested the first of twelve northwest-trending parallel shears recently mapped over multiple kilometres across the Antino North area, highlighting the significant scale of the mineralizing system. The mapped shear zones are spatially coincident with a large regional-scale fold - a structural setting commonly associated with orogenic gold deposits across the Guiana Shield.Mineralization is similar in character to the shear- and vein-hosted gold mineralization at Upper Antino, comprising sheared subvertical quartz veins with late brittle deformation overprinting and a sericite-ankerite-tourmaline alteration assemblage.The Antino North concession has no record of historical diamond drilling. This discovery represents the first drill-tested gold zone within the recently acquired exploration concession, located approximately 20 kilometres southwest of the Upper Antino area - confirming the potential for new mineralized centres across the district-scale Antino land package.Table 1: Drill Hole Assay ResultsDrillholeFrom (m)To (m)Interval (m)Au (g/t)AN0011.5026.1024.602.81incl1.505.103.6017.22and54.6068.1013.500.44 *Intervals are down-hole depths. True widths of mineralization are unknown at this time based on currently available results and observations. All are diamond drill holes. Interval average grades are calculated with un-capped gold assays, as insufficient drilling has been completed to determine capping levels for higher-grade gold intercepts. Widths are calculated using a 0.10 g/t gold cut-off grade with <5.0 m of internal dilution of zero grade, and a minimum composite length of 2.0 m.Table 2: Drill Hole LocationsHole IDEasting (m)Northing (m)Elevation (m)Azimuth (°)Dip (°)Depth (m)AN001813830.00420168.00149.52110.00-70.00260.00 About Founders Metals Inc.Founders Metals Inc. is a Canadian gold exploration company building a district-scale gold camp in southeastern Suriname. The Company controls a 102,360-hectare contiguous land package in the Guiana Shield - the largest uninterrupted package of highly prospective greenstone belt geology in the region. Founders is backed by strategic partnerships with Gold Fields and B2Gold and is executing one of the most active exploration programs in the global junior gold sector. The Company is committed to responsible exploration, strong community engagement, and disciplined capital allocation as it advances Suriname's next major gold camp.ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS,Per: "Colin Padget"Colin PadgetPresident, Chief Executive Officer, and DirectorContact InformationKatie MacKenzie, Vice President, Corporate DevelopmentTel: +1 306 537 8903 | katiem@fdrmetals.comCautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking InformationThis press release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation, including statements regarding long term value creation and the Company's prospects. Forward-looking information can generally be identified by words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", "believes", or variations indicating that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" occur or be achieved.Forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and reasonable assumptions but are subject to business, market, and economic risks, uncertainties, and contingencies that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied, including: general business and economic uncertainties; exploration results; mining industry risks; and other factors described in the Company's most recent annual management discussion and analysis. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, other factors may cause results not to be as anticipated. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information except in accordance with applicable securities laws. Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.All material information on Founders Metals can be found at www.sedarplus.ca.Quality Assurance and ControlDiamond drill core is HQ diameter through oxide intervals and predominantly NQ diameter in deeper drilling. All samples are half core, split using a diamond saw. Samples were analyzed at FILAB Suriname, a Bureau Veritas Certified Laboratory in Paramaribo, Suriname (a commercial certified laboratory under ISO 9001:2015). Samples are crushed to 75% passing 2.35 mm screen, riffle split (700 g) and pulverized to 85% passing 88 µm. Samples were analyzed using a 50 g fire assay (50 g aliquot) with an Atomic Absorption (AA) finish. For samples that return assay values over 5.0 grams per tonne (g/t), another cut was taken from the original pulp and fire assayed with a gravimetric finish. Founders Metals inserts blanks and certified reference standards in the sample sequence for quality control. External QA-QC checks are performed at ALS Global Laboratories (Geochemistry Division) in Lima, Peru (an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited facility). A secure chain of custody is maintained in transporting and storing of all samples. Drill intervals with visible gold are assayed using metallic screening. Rock chip samples from outcrop/bedrock are selective by nature and may not be representative of the mineralization hosted on the project.Qualified PersonsThe technical content of this news release has been reviewed and approved by Michael Dufresne, M.Sc., P.Geol., P.Geo., an independent qualified person as defined by National Instrument 43-101.Figure 1: Antino Gold Project Property MapTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/7574/290987_7d7ccbdbc42bbaaf_001full.jpgFigure 2: Antino North Target Plan MapTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/7574/290987_7d7ccbdbc42bbaaf_002full.jpgTo view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/290987 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

香港, 2026年4月2日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 近期，豪華新能源車企賽力斯（9927.HK）的2025年度業績引發市場火熱關注。1648.9億元的集團營收，19億元的擬派發現金紅利，約125億元的研發投入……這些數據背後，不僅是規模的跨越，更是一場高質量增長的集中兌現。在汽車行業，所有短期的利潤節約，都可能以犧牲長期競爭力為代價。賽力斯選擇了一條用當下投入換未來壁壘的路——以高端化帶動結構性優化，以技術投入構築差異化壁壘。隨著賽力斯一系列高端化戰略的成功落地，其利潤增長「含金量」正在大幅提升。2025年，集團旗下高端品牌問界實現持續增長，全年累計交付量超42萬輛，成為國內市場銷量最高的中國豪華汽車品牌。其中，問界M9於2024、2025年連續兩年穩居50萬元級豪華車型銷量冠軍，問界M8穩居40萬元級榜首，問界M7全新款自9月上市後即斬獲30萬元級銷量冠軍，三款旗艦車型在各自價格帶均拔得頭籌，直接拉動公司整體單車均價與毛利率。與此同時，定位「新銳智慧SUV」的問界M6已於3月23日正式開啟小訂，市場普遍視其為問界產品矩陣向更廣泛主流區間延伸的重要一步，有望延續品牌在多價格帶打造熱銷車型的能力，為後續增長注入新的動能。高端化帶來的不僅是銷量與利潤的躍升，更讓賽力斯有底氣在研發上持續加碼。2025年，研發團隊從6,201人擴充至9,019人，同比增長45.4%，研發投入同比增長77.4%至125.1億元。高強度投入透過魔方技術平台2.0、超級增程、智能安全體系等核心技術成果的量產落地，轉化為產品的差異化競爭力，支撐了高端定價與品牌溢價。從技術突破到產品領先，再帶動盈利提升，最終反哺研發投入，賽力斯已然成功跑通這一正向循環。正如彼得·林奇所言，真正的十倍股往往來自那些你身邊就能感受到其產品競爭力的公司。當問界在高端市場的滲透率持續提升時，這本身就是一個強烈的投資信號。再看那115億收購引望10%股權的交易——去年十月付23億，今年初57.5億，九月最後一筆34.5億到帳，而華為早在三月就已過戶股權。這種「先交籌碼，後收尾款」的信任結構，在商業世界裡極為罕見。與其說是一筆股權投資，不如說是一張智能汽車時代的船票。賽力斯選擇與最頂級的夥伴深度綁定，讓護城河隨著合作持續加深。這不是依賴，這是用股權鎖死生態入口的戰略卡位。更值得品味的是財務結構的質變。H股上市募資約140億港元，龍盛新能源由租轉持，歸母權益大增到409億元，資產負債率降至70.91%，現金儲備飆升至483.6億元。經營現金流是淨利潤的堅實後盾。班傑明·葛拉漢在《聰明的投資者》中早已點明：股價短期是投票機，長期是稱重機。賽力斯這份資產負債表，正在為它的長期價值不斷增重。品牌深綁、技術重注、彈藥充足的鼎立支撐下，賽力斯的增長邏輯清晰而穩健。全資持有問界商標；魔方技術平台2.0實現全面升級，2025年智能輔助駕駛活躍用戶佔比高達95.4%；三年內建成5,000座超充站的計劃，更是為規模放量鋪平道路。賽力斯每一分投入，都指向品牌主權、技術底座、營運效率的加固，而非無謂的鋪攤子。回到估值層面，2026年以來賽力斯股價經歷階段性調整，估值已回落至合理區間。從高端化戰略的持續兌現，到技術投入的良性循環，再到財務結構的根本性改善，賽力斯已成功從傳統製造跨越為技術科技型企業。1,648.9億的營收不是終點，而是價值釋放的新起點。用林奇的眼光尋找身邊的冠軍，用巴菲特的標尺丈量護城河的深度，用坦伯頓的耐心等待週期的饋贈。在業績向好、交付放量、產業趨勢多重催化下，當下的賽力斯，正處於值得關注的價值區間。 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

香港, 2026年4月2日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 國元國際4月1日發表更新研究報告表示，億勝生物科技（1061.HK）2025年業績穩健增長，實現營業收入18.14億港元，同比增長8.6%，主因眼科與外科板塊持續發力。國際化序幕拉開，貝伐珠單抗三期臨床試驗達到主要臨床終點，貝複舒(R)已進入新加坡市場，隨著創新藥未來全球商業化順利推進，將推動公司業績上升。國元國際重申對億勝生物買入「評級」，目標價6.84港元。公司核心研發管線迎來多項關鍵里程碑，抗VEGF眼內注射液EB12-20145P（HLX04-O，貝伐珠單抗）的上市註冊申請已獲中國國家藥品監督管理局藥品審評中心受理，其全球多中心三期臨床試驗（AURA2）已完成最後一名患者的最後一次訪視（FDA, EMA, TGA），目前處於數據統計中。該產品中國三期臨床研究顯示，其在第 48 周最佳矯正視力（BCVA）較基線改善的平均字母數變化上非劣於雷珠單抗，達到主要研究終點，安全性表現良好，目前全球上市貝伐珠單抗產品均無濕性AMD適應症，市場挖掘空間廣闊。同時公司從Mitotech獲得全球獨家權益的SkQ1滴眼液正推進美國三期臨床試驗，產品具備優秀的安全性和耐受性，對標規模龐大的中國中度至重度乾眼症患者市場，潛力巨大。公司國際化戰略取得標誌性成果，貝復舒(R)已通過新加坡特別採用程序（SAR）成功引入新加坡國家眼科中心（SNEC），標誌產品首次進入中國以外地區，為未來在東南亞及全球市場推出奠定基礎；同時公司已與北京鷹瞳科技發展股份有限公司訂立合作共同經營基於人工智能的視網膜業務，並與浙江視方極醫藥科技有限公司就富馬酸依美斯汀及鹽酸奧布卡因滴眼液訂立獨家分銷協議，持續完善眼科產品矩陣與業務佈局。國元國際指出，隨着貝伐珠單抗三期臨床試驗達到主要臨床終點、貝復舒(R)成功進入新加坡市場，未來公司創新藥全球商業化的順利推進，將持續帶動公司業績穩步上升。基於公司穩健的經營基本面、核心研發管線的突破性進展及國際化發展的廣闊空間，國元國際維持公司目標價格6.84港元，對應2025年PE為12倍，較現價有84.9% 的上漲空間，維持「買入」評級。重要披露：本文引用國元國際控股有限公司於2026年4月1日發表的研究報告內容。本資料僅供參考，不構成投資建議，投資有風險，請謹慎決策。 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

香港, 2026年4月2日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 據阿思達克財經網報道，近期，聯想控股（3396.HK）發佈亮眼業績，2025年公司實現收入與淨利潤雙增長，其中最引起筆者注意的是在報告期內成功推動15家被投企業上市，名列市場前茅。自2025年底以來，香港資本市場氣氛顯著回暖，港股IPO呈現活躍態勢，以人工智能、生物醫藥、先進製造為代表的硬科技企業上市進程明顯加速。在此輪科技股上市浪潮中，聯想控股（3396.HK）憑藉其前瞻佈局，迎來了旗下被投企業的密集資本化，成功推動多家細分領域龍頭登陸港交所，不僅精準把握了市場窗口，更印證了其科創戰略佈局正步入收穫階段，為公司整體的價值重估與戰略聚焦提供了有力支撐。IPO密集落地 科創佈局進入收穫期而這一勢頭在進入到2026年後也絲毫沒有減弱。年初至今，聯控體系內又有多家企業完成港股IPO，這一批IPO的集中落地，不僅是投資回報的兌現，更折射出聯想控股在科技領域的「提前量」。以具身智能為例，該賽道在今年政府工作報告中被正式納入國家戰略，成為重點培育的未來產業。而聯控體系在該領域的被投企業已近50家，數量行業領先、門類最為完整。其中，聯控旗下聯想之星作為早期投資先鋒，在2026年初表現尤為突出：精鋒醫療（手術機器人）、瑞博生物（小核酸藥物）、愛芯元智（邊緣AI芯片）先後成功上市，分別填補或引領了各自細分領域「港股第一股」的空白。這三家企業均是所在賽道的技術領軍者，其上市即受到市場關注，凸顯了聯想之星在硬科技早期投資中的精準洞察力。與此同時，聯控旗下君聯資本亦成果豐碩，其長期陪伴的產業級AI智能體企業海致科技於2026年2月成功登陸港交所，上文提到的精鋒醫療與瑞博生物背後也有君聯一路支持的身影。而此前已於2025年上市的「大模型第一股」智譜，同樣是聯想控股體系內（通過君聯資本、聯想創投等）進行多輪投資與生態賦能的案例。這些佈局集中覆蓋了當前國家戰略重點支持、資本市場高度青睞的人工智能、生物科技及高端醫療器械等前沿方向，標誌著聯想控股構建的科技投資生態已進入成果批量湧現期。退出回籠資金 戰略聚焦再添彈藥對於投資控股型公司而言，退出能力與投資能力同等重要。過去幾年，資本市場波動一度讓退出成為行業難題，但2025年港股IPO回暖，為聯想控股提供了難得的退出窗口，得以回籠資金，公司全年通過各種方式共計回流現金74億元，而據統計聯控在「十四五」期間累計回流的資金則超過450億元。與此同時，這些回籠資金被重新投入到科技創新主業中。過去五年，聯想控股在科技研發上投入超750億元，較「十三五」期間增長超60%；而聯控體系保持平均每年新投資和追加投資超100家科技企業的節奏，其中覆蓋AI、具身智能、商業航天、低空經濟、新能源新材料、可控核聚變、芯片半導體、量子計算、生物醫藥等多個國家新興支柱產業和未來產業。尤其在人工智能領域，聯控可以說是中國在該領域投資時間最長，覆蓋最全面的機構，累計投資AI企業超過300家。這種「投資—培育—退出—再投入」的良性循環，讓聯想控股在外部環境波動中始終保持著戰略定力。當前，聯想控股手中既握有已上市及儲備中的科技領軍企業清單，也具備了通過資本循環持續優化資產、聚焦科技主業的清晰路徑與執行能力。在「十五五」強調科技自立自強的宏觀背景下，隨著其中長期投資價值的持續釋放以及戰略轉型意圖的有效落地，該公司獨特的孵化培育能力與科創引領發展的佈局成效，已成為其價值重構的堅實支點，有望在後續資本化進程中持續兌現。 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Apr 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Luxury new energy vehicle (NEV) enterprise Seres officially released its 2025 annual results on March 30, with several core financial indicators recording steady growth and profitability continuing to strengthen for the second consecutive year, attracting widespread market attention.The results report shows that in 2025, Seres achieved revenue of approximately RMB164.89 billion with a year-on-year increase of 13.63%, net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company was RMB5.96 billion and R&D investment reached RMB12.51 billion, a year-on-year increase of 77.4%. The Company also announced a proposed final dividend of RMB0.8 per share (tax included), totaling approximately RMB1.9 billion in cash dividends, reflecting its commitment to rewarding shareholders.In terms of sales performance, Seres' NEV sales continued to maintain a high level. Annual sales in 2025 reached 472,269 units, representing a year-on-year increase of 10.63%. The Group's premium brand AITO recorded cumulative annual deliveries exceeding 420,000 units, making it the best-selling Chinese luxury automotive brand in the domestic market. Across the full lineup, the AITO M5, M7, M8, and M9 collectively surpassed one million cumulative deliveries. The coordinated growth in both sales and profit further strengthened the Group's overall operational resilience and risk management capabilities.In terms of R&D investment, Seres has maintained a strong commitment. In 2025, the Company’s R&D investment reached RMB12.51 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 77.4%. Both the intensity and growth rate of R&D investment remained industry-leading, reflecting the Company’s adherence to a technology-driven strategy and laying a solid foundation for future product iteration and core competitiveness.The Group’s cash flow performance was also robust. As of December 31, 2025, net cash flow from operating activities amounted to RMB28.12 billion. Ample cash reserves enabled the Company to support high-intensity R&D and international expansion while building a stronger risk buffer and enhancing strategic flexibility.Kaiyuan Securities, Changjiang Securities, CICC, and Guotai Haitong are among the major brokerages maintaining positive ratings on Seres — Kaiyuan and Changjiang with "Buy," Guotai Haitong with "Overweight," and CICC with "Outperform" alongside a revised target price of RMB 120. All institutions are optimistic on Seres' long-term growth prospects, noting that underlying business fundamentals continue to improve with a clear and compelling growth thesis. Key catalysts include a dense Q2 model launch cycle (AITO M6 and refreshed M9/M8), accelerating overseas expansion into the Middle East and Europe, and a robotics business increasingly seen as a credible second growth curve.Overall, Seres delivered a comprehensive upgrade in its 2025 results, spanning sales volume, profit, R&D and cash flow. The Company stated that it will continue to position itself as a luxury vehicle enterprise, deepen its presence in the intelligent NEV sector, further increase investment in core technologies, enrich its high-end product portfolio, accelerate its global market expansion, and focus on improving profitability and core competitiveness, thereby supporting the continued upgrading of China’s new energy vehicle industry. For investors, this performance has undoubtedly strengthened confidence in the Company’s future growth. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Apr 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Across the landscape of global biotech companies, the appointment of a senior executive often serves as a "barometer"—offering insights into a company's pipeline potential and reflecting how industry veterans gauge the sector’s future.A clear signal of the company’s growth arrived in February 2026, when HighTide Therapeutics (2511.HK) announced a high-profile executive appointment: Dr. Filip Surmont joined the company as Chief Medical Officer (CMO).For professionals in the cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic fields, this is a name that carries real weight. Over a career spanning three decades, Dr. Surmont has held senior medical leadership roles at multinational giants including Wyeth, Pfizer, and AstraZeneca. Among his most notable contributions was his role in the global strategic development of the SGLT-2 inhibitor dapagliflozin — a landmark effort that required close collaboration across functions and geographies within a large multinational organization. As part of a talented cross-functional team, he helped shape the strategy that positioned dapagliflozin as a global metabolic blockbuster, ultimately reaching $8.405 billion USD in sales in 2025.Notably, just a few months earlier, HighTide Therapeutics' core product, HTD1801, had outperformed dapagliflozin across multiple key cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic endpoints in a head-to-head Phase III clinical trial for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).For Dr. Surmont, transitioning from managing a reigning "blockbuster" to joining a “challenger” Chinese biotech was far from coincidental. What drew him out of his comfort zone was not just HTD1801's strong glucose-lowering performance, but also the breakthrough potential this new molecular entity (NME) has shown in cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic (CKM) disease in general, and chronic kidney disease (CKD) more specifically — driven by a fundamentally differentiated pathophysiological mechanisms.I.Challenging Clinical Complacency in CKD: The Quest for True ReversalWithin the medical community, chronic kidney disease (CKD) has long been a source of frustration. Once the kidney function begins to decline, it typically deteriorates progressively and irreversibly over time, leaving most patients facing dialysis or kidney transplantation as an eventual outcome."There has long been a degree of complacency in CKD treatment among physicians, patients, and even caregivers," Dr. Surmont noted pointedly. "A mindset has taken hold that the progressive decline in renal function with age is inevitable. I’ve been striving to change this mindset throughout my career, both during my time at multinational pharmaceutical companies and now."Current standard treatments — including ACE inhibitors/ARBs and the widely used SGLT-2 inhibitors — have demonstrated efficacy in slowing disease progression, yet fall short of halting or reversing the underlying pathology. They can significantly reduce the rate of decline in the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), buying patients valuable time, but fail to alter the terminal trajectory towards kidney failure.Further complicating the clinical picture is the multi-factorial nature of CKD. Taking diabetic kidney disease (DKD) caused by T2DM as an example, besides pathophysiological factors driven by metabolic dysfunction, it is complicated by interconnected and highly complex factors such as hemodynamic perturbances, chronic inflammation, fibrosis, and other non-diabetic factors that fuel each other to worsen disease prognosis.Existing standard-of-care drugs often address only one dimension of the disease by regulating hemodynamics or a single metabolic pathway, making it difficult to comprehensively address the inflammatory damage in the renal microenvironment.II.Inside the Mechanism: Remodeling Renal Architecture via a Dual Metabolic and Anti-inflammatory PathwayThe emergence of HTD1801 provides a new key to breaking this deadlock.As an oral anti-inflammatory and metabolic modulator (AIMM) independently developed by HighTide Therapeutics, HTD1801 demonstrates a unique therapeutic potential at the microscopic level as compared to traditional drugs. Rather than relying on a single mechanism, it takes a "two-pronged" approach by activating AMPK (adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase) and inhibiting the NLRP3 inflammasome.Dr. Surmont has full confidence in the scientific logic underpinning this mechanism: "This drug acts simultaneously on two critical levels: beyond blood sugar, it improves overall metabolic efficiency at its source; at the same time, it directly suppresses the underlying chronic inflammation that drives organ damage."Taking a deep dive into its mechanism of action, HTD1801's dual mechanism precisely targets multiple microstructures within the kidney. "This is reflected across different renal compartments," Dr. Surmont explained. "From the filtering glomeruli and the structural interstitium to the reabsorptive tubules, and even podocytes—the vital gatekeepers of the filtration barrier, the dual action of AMPK activation and NLRP3 inhibition has demonstrated stronger-than-expected protective benefits."This mechanistic rationale, spanning from metabolic regulation to organ-level protection, has ultimately been validated by clinical data.At the 2025 American Society of Nephrology (ASN) Annual Meeting, HighTide Therapeutics presented as a late breaker Phase III clinical study data in T2DM patients with mild renal impairment. The results captured the industry's attention: compared with the placebo group, the HTD1801 group demonstrated a significant and sustainable difference in annualized eGFR slope of +9.81 ml/min/1.73 m²/year.In the eyes of nephrologists, a "positive slope" on the eGFR curve is a strong and unique signal, suggesting the possibility of early structural recovery."What we need to do next is confirm that this eGFR repair effect observed in DKD also holds true for CKD patients not driven by diabetes," Dr. Surmont revealed, indicating that relevant clinical studies are already underway, with more detailed data expected to validate this cross-etiology therapeutic potential.III.From "Rescue" to "Prevention": Advancing a Holistic Cardiorenal Metabolic (CKM) MindsetDr. Surmont brings to HighTide Therapeutics more than just clinical expertise; he brings a “game-changing” mentality that transcends a single-drug perspective.Another career-defining milestone for Dr. Surmont was his leadership role in helping reshape global asthma treatment guidelines. Historically, asthma management relied on short-acting bronchodilators for "rescue" only upon exacerbation of symptoms and shortness of breath. Dr. Surmont proposed and validated the "Anti-Inflammatory Reliever (AIR)" strategy a modern asthma management strategy that uses a combination inhaled corticosteroids and a bronchodilator as a reliever — treating both the acute bronchospasm and the underlying airway inflammation with every dose, in contrast to traditional short acting dilator-only relief.  This shift ultimately benefited approximately 120 million patients worldwide and reshaped treatment paradigms.Now, facing CKD, he sees the same opportunity for a paradigm-shifting breakthrough.Given HTD1801's strong potential to repair mild renal impairment, future clinical guidelines could reasonably recommend initiating treatments early, when eGFR is still at a relatively high level. By establishing a positive trajectory for renal function recovery early in the disease, there is hope that most patients can completely avoid the looming threat of dialysis.From a health-economics perspective, this would reallocate healthcare spending: shifting funds away from costly late-stage interventions (such as dialysis and heart failure rescue) towards highly cost-effective early treatment, thereby generating substantial healthcare cost savings for society and reducing patients’ financial burden for late-stage interventions.Dr. Surmont also strongly advocates for a holistic management approach to "Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM)" health. As multifunctional drugs like HTD1801 continue to evolve, he believes physicians will move beyond the single-dimensional therapeutic mindset."My ideal scenario is that all physicians managing cardiovascular, metabolic, renal, hepatic, or even obesity issues would evaluate the patient with a holistic mindset," he says, pointing to the current siloed nature in clinical practice. " As an example eGFR monitoring is not always part of routine cardiological assessment, yet at the mechanistic level, cardiac and renal dysfunction are manifestations of the same underlying disease process — making an integrated view essential"He cited a successful experiment he led while promoting dapagliflozin in China: requiring cardiologists at partner hospitals to measure patients' eGFR during their consultations. By merely adding this simple cross-disciplinary action, the number of patients on guideline directed medical treatment tripled within six months.IV.A Buyer's Lens: The Booming BD Activity in CKD and HighTide Therapeutics’ Confidence in Value CreationAs a core member of the company's leadership team, Dr. Surmont also frequently examines HighTide Therapeutics' position through the lens of capital market and industry dynamics.Over the past two years, the global biopharmaceutical market has seen a surge in business development (BD) activity in the CKD field. In 2025, Roche announced a major collaboration with Zealand Pharma valued at up to $5.3 billion; multinational giants like Novartis, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Novo Nordisk have also been making significant investments to secure premium assets in the metabolic and renal disease space.Dr. Surmont, drawing on his extensive multinational experience, has a clear read on this "land grab" phenomenon: "The core driver is the massive profit potential and rapid growth in this field. Five years ago, the therapeutic arsenal here was relatively limited. Now, with breakthrough blockbusters like GLP-1RAs and SGLT-2i’s, the kidney disease landscape has been reshaped, yet there remains a residual risk is 60–80% of the original event burden.He further elaborated: "Even when patients are treated with four pillars of therapy (ACEi/ARBs, SGLT-2i’s, GLP-1RAs, MRAs), the complex underlying inflammatory mechanisms remain largely unaddressed, still leaving a significant gap in our ability to fully protect the kidney. This creates substantial pricing potential and broad combination therapy prospects for drugs with fundamentally new mechanisms like HTD1801.""Looking back at the history of SGLT-2 inhibitors, it took over a decade from approval to reaching 20%-25% guideline-directed clinical uptake. The slow progress was partly due to a lack of strong medical education and advocacy, and partly because of physicians and patients’ tendency to yield to the disease's natural trajectory."Now, having taken the helm as CMO of HighTide Therapeutics, Dr. Filip Surmont is poised to challenge the status quo and break this complacency with solid clinical data and a new medical narrative. For this drug—born from Chinese innovation with a global ambition—the voyage in the CKM field has only just begun. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com