PHILADELPHIA, PA / ACCESS Newswire / March 3, 2026 / Datavault AI Inc. ("Datavault AI" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:DVLT), a provider of data monetization, credentialing, digital engagement, and real‑world asset tokenization technologies, today highlighted a marked increase in institutional ownership alongside continued commercial expansion across media and enterprise markets.
Between the fourth quarter of 2025 and February 2026, several major asset managers significantly expanded their positions in Datavault AI. According to recent public filings, Vanguard increased its holdings from approximately 393,000 shares to 11.8 million shares. State Street expanded from roughly 335,000 shares to 10.0 million shares. BlackRock increased its position from approximately 136,000 shares to 4.1 million shares. These changes represent percentage increases of approximately 2,900%, 2,800%, and 3,000%, respectively.
Management views this increase in institutional participation as support for Datavault AI's execution strategy and long-term revenue potential. The ownership expansion follows a period of substantial operational growth. Leadership attributes this growth to expanding enterprise adoption, strategic acquisitions, and high-visibility commercial partnerships.
Recent platform expansion includes agreements with Sports Illustrated and NFL Alumni, extending Datavault AI's presence within premium sports media ecosystems. The Company also completed the acquisition of API Media, strengthening its media distribution capabilities and enhancing its data monetization infrastructure.
In addition, Datavault AI announced in 2025 a $150 million strategic investment from Scilex Holding Company, further reinforcing capital resources as the Company scales.
"Data is no longer just information. It's an asset class," said Nathaniel Bradley, CEO of Datavault AI. "We are building the secure infrastructure that enables enterprises and media platforms to capture, manage, and monetize that value at scale."
With increased institutional participation, expanding commercial relationships, and continued platform integration, Datavault AI positioned for heightened visibility and sustained growth across capital markets and industry channels in 2026.
About Datavault AI
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 HD sound transmission technologies with IP 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®
