Month: 2026-04

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

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

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. 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.Industry and Market DataWithin this press release, we reference information and statistics regarding the market for our products. We have obtained some of this information and statistics from various independent third-party sources, including independent industry publications, reports by market research firms and other independent sources. Some data and other information contained in this press release are also based on management's estimates and calculations, which are derived from our review and interpretation of internal surveys and independent sources. Data regarding the industries in which we compete and our market position and market share within these industries are inherently imprecise and are subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties beyond our control, but we believe they generally indicate size, position and market share within this industry. While we believe such information is reliable, we have not independently verified any third-party information. While we believe our internal company research and estimates are reliable, such research and estimates have not been verified by any independent source. In addition, assumptions and estimates of our and our industries' future performance are necessarily subject to a high degree of uncertainty and risk due to a variety of factors. 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