Collaboration Announcement between Datavault AI and TBURN Chain Foundation

On February 18, 2026, in Philadelphia, Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ:DVLT), known for its advancements in data monetization and tokenization technologies, revealed a new collaboration with TBURN Chain Foundation. This agreement is aimed at exploring how Datavault’s data asset tokenization and information exchange technology can be integrated with TBURN’s efficient blockchain infrastructure.

TBURN focuses on enhancing the global esports and entertainment ecosystem, partnering with notable figures like esports champion Faker and K-Pop group Blackpink. This partnership points to avenues for verified digital engagement and revenue models driven by data. The K-Wave phenomenon from South Korea continues to gain momentum, representing a significant cultural and economic export that fuels industry growth in music, esports, film, and digital media. As South Korea’s entertainment and tech sectors strive for global expansion, there’s an increased need for robust digital infrastructure capable of managing high levels of engagement.

TBURN Chain is designed to support this K-Wave initiative with its high-performance blockchain that can handle over 156,000 transactions per second, featuring transaction finality around 5 milliseconds. This infrastructure, combined with Datavault’s technology, aspires to create a secure and scalable environment for tokenized assets in entertainment, gaming, AI, and real-world markets.

The collaboration will focus on three main areas:

• Tokenization of data assets: Launching Sumerian for Datavault Crypto Anchors, which aims to provide authentication and on-chain record-keeping for both digital and physical data assets.

• Real-time data exchange: Integration of IDE infrastructure to ensure secure licensing, subscriptions, and transaction settlements.

• Monetization of AI data: Creating a framework supported by smart contracts for access control and profit-sharing related to AI/ML datasets.

Nathaniel T. Bradley, CEO of Datavault AI, stated, “This partnership not only broadens our infrastructure options but also aligns with our mission to commercialize solutions for enterprise-level data monetization.” He emphasized that TBURN’s blockchain architecture complements their existing technologies.

John Park, chairman of TBURN chain, echoed this sentiment, remarking that the collaboration merges data valuation, tokenization, and rapid payment capabilities into a compliant framework. This represents a significant opportunity for institutions to engage in data monetization similar to traditional financial markets.

About Datavault AI Inc.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ:DVLT) specializes in AI-driven data experiences, focusing on asset valuation and monetization in Web 3.0 environments. The company’s cloud-based platform aims to connect various scientific and technical disciplines, offering innovative solutions across entertainment, sports, real estate, healthcare, and more. With features such as their patented WiSA Audio technology, Datavault AI aims to ensure responsible AI practices while creating vast opportunities for secure monetization of digital assets.

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