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| Item 4.01. | Changes in Registrant’s Certifying Accountant. |
On July 10, 2026, Datavault AI Inc. (the “Company”) engaged CBIZ CPAs P.C. (“CBIZ”) as its independent registered public accounting firm, for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, the quarter ending September 30, 2026 and the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.
During the Company’s two most recent fiscal years ended December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024 and the subsequent interim period preceding CBIZ’s engagement, neither the Company nor anyone acting on its behalf consulted with CBIZ regarding (i) the application of accounting principles to a specified transaction, either completed or proposed, or the type of audit opinion that might be rendered on the Company’s consolidated financial statements, and CBIZ did not provide either a written report or oral advice to the Company that was an important factor considered by the Company in reaching a decision as to any accounting, auditing or financial reporting issue, or (ii) any matter that was either the subject of a disagreement (as that term is used in Item 304(a)(1)(iv) of Regulation S-K and the related instructions to Item 304 of Regulation S-K) on accounting principles or practices, financial statement disclosure or auditing scope or procedures or a “reportable event” (as described in Item 304(a)(1)(v) of Regulation S-K).
| Item 7.01. | Regulation FD Disclosure. |
On July 13, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing the engagement of CBIZ as its independent registered public accounting firm as described in Item 4.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated herein by reference.
The information in Item 7.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K (including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing by Datavault, under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), or the Exchange Act, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.
| Item 9.01. | Financial Statements and Exhibits. |
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| 99.1 | Press Release, dated July 13, 2026 |
| 104 | Cover Page Interactive Data File, formatted in Inline Extensible Business Reporting Language (iXBRL). |
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
| DATAVAULT AI INC. | ||
| By: | /s/ Brett Moyer | |
| Name: | Brett Moyer | |
| Date: July 13, 2026 | Title: | Chief Financial Officer |
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Exhibit 99.1
Datavault AI Appoints CBIZ CPAs P.C. as Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Appointment reflects the Company’s commitment to maintaining high standards of financial reporting, compliance, and corporate governance
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ: DVLT) (“Datavault AI” or the “Company”), a technology company focused on data valuation, monetization, governance, credentialing, digital asset infrastructure, and enterprise information management solutions, today announced the appointment of CBIZ CPAs P.C. (“CBIZ”) as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm.
The appointment supports Datavault AI’s ongoing commitment to maintaining high standards of financial reporting, compliance, and corporate governance as the Company continues to support its customers and stakeholders.
“Maintaining reliable financial reporting, transparency, accountability, and strong corporate governance is essential to serving our shareholders, customers, and other stakeholders,” said Nathaniel T. Bradley, Chief Executive Officer of Datavault AI. “The appointment of CBIZ reflects our continued commitment to those standards as we execute our business strategy.”
Additional information concerning the appointment is available in the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
About Datavault AI
Datavault AITM (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. For more information, visit www.dvlt.ai. Investor information is available at ir.datavaultsite.com. Technology news and insights are published at dvlt.ai/insights.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements may include statements regarding the Company’s business strategy, growth initiatives, technology development, enterprise adoption, commercial opportunities, and future operations.
Words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “project,” “seek,” “should,” “target,” “will,” and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements.
Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. These risks include market acceptance of the Company’s technologies, economic and competitive conditions, evolving regulatory requirements, technological developments, the Company’s ability to execute its business strategy, and the risks described in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement except as required by applicable law.
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