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Interested in Brand Engagement Network Inc.? Here are five stocks we like better. Cataneo acquisition expands BEN’s media business: Completed June 30 for approximately $13.7 million in GAAP consideration, the deal adds a platform managing more than €6 billion in annual advertising inventory across over 1,000 media brands. Cataneo generated about $5.3 million in first-half 2026 revenue, but contributed nothing to BEN’s reported second-quarter results because the acquisition closed at quarter-end. Balance sheet improved and new growth initiatives launched: Total assets increased to $30.7 million, shareholders’ equity rose to $19.4 million, and debt and liabilities declined. BEN also launched a healthcare AI joint venture, invested $1 million in fleet-management company Accelevate, and introduced an AI-powered transportation media initiative with Cataneo. Revenue conversion remains the central priority: BEN is focused on turning pilots and evaluations into recurring enterprise deployments in healthcare, automotive and fleet mobility, and media advertising. Management said future success will depend on commercial traction from Cataneo, joint ventures and partnerships, without providing a timetable for revenue recognition. Brand Engagement Network (NASDAQ:BNAI) said its second quarter of 2026 was marked by the completion of its acquisition of Germany-based media advertising technology company Cataneo, expansion into healthcare and mobility initiatives, and improvements in its balance sheet. Chief Executive Officer Tyler Luck said the company is seeking to build AI technology that helps organizations make customer, patient, passenger and other interactions more actionable. BEN is currently focusing commercial efforts on healthcare, automotive and fleet mobility, and media and advertising, while aiming to convert pilots and evaluations into recurring revenue-generating deployments. → Datavault AI Locks Down CyberCatch in $94M Security Rollup BEN completed its acquisition of Cataneo on June 30. Cataneo provides software for media companies to manage advertising across broadcast, digital and on-demand channels, including scheduling, invoicing, analytics and reporting. Luck said Cataneo’s platform manages more than €6 billion in annual advertising inventory across more than 1,000 media brands worldwide. Because the transaction closed on the final day of the quarter, Cataneo’s revenue did not contribute to BEN’s reported full second-quarter results. → Michael Burry Is Betting Against Palantir Again—Should Investors Care? On an unaudited basis, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer Walid Khiari said Cataneo generated about $5.3 million of revenue in the first half of 2026, with operating income of $744,000 and net income of $409,000. Khiari said the acquisition’s stated aggregate consideration was $19.5 million, while the acquisition-date fair value of consideration transferred under U.S. GAAP was approximately $13.7 million. That amount included about $9 million in cash, $4.3 million in common stock and approximately $400,000 in other consideration. → Home Depot Analysts See a Path to $375 and Beyond Luck said BEN is integrating Cataneo’s media-management infrastructure with its AI capabilities and intends to expand Cataneo’s established business into the U.S. market. He also said Cataneo has internally implemented AI-assisted workflows for infrastructure, software delivery, troubleshooting, testing, documentation and knowledge retrieval, resulting in more than a 30% improvement in productivity and workflow efficiency across those functions, according to the company. Khiari said total assets rose to $30.7 million as of June 30, from $15 million at Dec. 31, primarily due to approximately $10.8 million in goodwill and intangible assets related to the Cataneo transaction. Shareholders’ equity increased to $19.4 million from $3.5 million at year-end. Cash and cash equivalents rose to $708,000 from $172,000. Accounts payable declined by $1.8 million. Short-term debt decreased by nearly $1 million. Accounts payable, short-term debt and warrant liabilities collectively declined by $3.3 million. The company was added to the Russell 3000 Index on June 26 as part of the annual reconstitution, which also resulted in its inclusion in the Russell 2000 Index, Khiari said. In June, BEN launched INTERVENT Health AI, a 50/50 joint venture with INTERVENT International. Luck said the venture combines INTERVENT’s evidence-based health coaching programs with BEN’s AI technology. INTERVENT Health AI appointed James Hughes as chief executive officer to lead commercialization and development. BEN also completed a $1 million strategic investment in fleet-management company Accelevate Solutions during the quarter. The investment gave BEN approximately 10% ownership of Accelevate, along with a warrant that could raise its ownership stake to about 20%. After the quarter ended, BEN and Cataneo launched an AI-powered Transportation Media Network intended to turn connected vehicle fleets into an advertising channel. Luck said the initiative combines transportation-system data and BEN’s engagement technology with Cataneo’s media-management and monetization infrastructure. The company also discussed healthcare and education efforts outside the United States. Through Skye Africa Intelligence, BEN has been working with Nelson Mandela University on an AI-powered student well-being initiative. On Aug. 5, Skye Africa Intelligence signed a memorandum of understanding with the East, Central and Southern Africa Health Community to explore AI-enabled health solutions across member states. In Mexico, BEN’s Skye Salud program advanced into a second evaluation phase involving primary care and Spanish-language content optimized for the Mexican healthcare environment. The platform is designed to help healthcare professionals access medical evidence and was initially evaluated in rheumatology, Luck said. Responding to a shareholder question about consistent revenue generation, Khiari said BEN is concentrating on commercializing existing products in large markets where weak customer engagement is costly. He cited advertising, fleet management and healthcare as targeted markets and said the company is using acquisitions, joint ventures and partnerships to pursue them. Luck said Cataneo represents both an established revenue-generating business and a platform for further innovation. The company intends to invest in commercial resources and infrastructure to expand Cataneo geographically while incorporating BEN’s AI technology into advertising, content and monetization workflows. Regarding preferred-equity interests tied to Grupo Skye, INTERVENT Health AI and Skye Africa arrangements, Khiari said those interests are carried at nominal value under current GAAP treatment. He said the key measure of success for those ventures will be revenue generated, which would be reflected in BEN’s statements of operations and cash flows. Khiari did not provide a timetable for revenue recognition, saying it would depend on commercial traction and adoption. Luck said BEN’s priorities are to complete Cataneo’s operational, technical and financial integration; advance early-stage opportunities into enterprise deployments; scale healthcare and mobility activities; and pursue operating leverage through disciplined capital allocation and internal efficiency gains. Brand Engagement Network, Inc provides conversational AI assistants. The company offers security-focused, multimodal communication, and human-like assistants. Its AI assistants are built on proprietary natural language processing, anomaly detection, multisensory awareness, sentiment, and environmental analysis, as well as real-time individuation and personalization capabilities. 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Completes $19.5 Million Cataneo Acquisition; Total Assets Nearly Double to $30.7 Million Approximately $3.3 million reduction in accounts payable, short-term debt, and warrant liabilities | Shareholders' equity increases to $19.4 million | Company files Form 10-Q for the Second Quarter of 2026 WILMINGTON, Del., Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Brand Engagement Network Inc. (Nasdaq: BNAI) ("BEN" or the "Company"), an AI technology company powering intelligent engagement, today announced the filing of its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2026. The quarter marked a significant milestone for BEN with the acquisition of Cataneo GmbH, which combines BEN's technology with Cataneo's platform, talent, customers, industry expertise, and established global market presence to create new opportunities across intelligent engagement, media, and monetization. Cataneo Acquisition – Bringing Intelligent Engagement to Media and Enterprise On June 30, 2026, the Company completed the acquisition of 100% of Cataneo GmbH, a Germany-based media and advertising technology company. Cataneo brings an established technology platform, customer relationships, industry expertise, and operating capabilities that provide BEN with new opportunities to apply its AI and intelligent engagement technology to transform customer experiences and develop new solutions across the media and advertising ecosystem. The total stated aggregate consideration under the definitive agreement was $19.5 million. For U.S. GAAP accounting purposes, the consideration transferred was measured at its acquisition-date fair value of approximately $13.7 million, consisting of (i) cash of approximately $9 million, (ii) the fair value of common stock issued of approximately $4.3 million, and (iii) other consideration of approximately $0.4 million. The acquisition significantly expanded the Company's asset base, with total assets rising from $15.3 million on December 31, 2025, to $30.7 million on June 30, 2026, driven primarily by approximately $10.8 million of goodwill and additional intangible assets related to Cataneo. Strengthening the Balance Sheet Accounts payable decreased by $1.8 million, and short-term debt decreased by nearly $1.0 million. Combined with a reduction in warrant liabilities, these balance-sheet items declined by about $3.3 million. Shareholders' equity increased to $19.4 million as of June 30, 2026, up from $3.5 million as of December 31, 2025. Cash and cash equivalents increased to $708,000 as of June 30, 2026, from $172,000 as of December 31, 2025. Strategic and Commercial Developments On June 8, 2026, the Company entered a 50/50 joint venture with INTERVENT International, LLC, forming INTERVENT Health AI, Inc. to develop and commercialize AI-powered health coaching and chronic disease management solutions. The Company also completed a $1 million strategic investment in Accelevate Solutions, a provider of intelligent engagement solutions for fleet management, acquiring approximately 10% of the company, with warrants that could increase ownership to approximately 20%. Through its wholly owned subsidiary Skye AI USA, LLC, the Company owns a 25% common equity interest in Skye Africa Intelligence, Pty. Ltd. and holds preferred equity with a stated value of $2.05 million. The Company is entitled to a 35% recurring revenue share under the related African licensing arrangement. On August 5, 2026, Skye Africa Intelligence signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the East, Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) to support the potential deployment of AI-enabled health solutions across ECSA-HC's member states. Management Commentary "The closing of the Cataneo acquisition on the final day of the quarter is an important milestone for BEN," said Tyler Luck, Chief Executive Officer. "Cataneo brings much more than technology—it brings an established platform, a talented team, customers, industry expertise, revenue, and a global market presence that complement what we have built at BEN. Together, we have an opportunity to connect BEN's AI and intelligent engagement technology with Cataneo's media and monetization capabilities across a broader set of markets and customer relationships. On a pro forma basis, Cataneo's contribution would have meaningfully increased our revenue base for the first half of 2026. We also made meaningful progress on the financial side of the business, increasing shareholders' equity, reducing short-term liabilities, and expanding our asset base. At the same time, we continued to invest selectively in opportunities that extend our technology into new environments, including healthcare and emerging international markets. Our focus now is on bringing these capabilities together, continuing to innovate, and turning more interactions between organizations and people into intelligent, actionable, and valuable opportunities. Earnings Conference Call Brand Engagement Network Inc. will host an earnings conference call on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PST / 1:00 p.m. EST to discuss second-quarter 2026 financial results. Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026Time: 10:00 a.m. PST / 1:00 p.m. ESTDial-in (U.S./Canada, toll-free): 1-888-880-3330Dial-in (International, toll): 1-646-357-8766 Participants are advised to dial in approximately 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Speakers will include Tyler Luck, Chief Executive Officer, and Walid Khiari, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer. A replay of the call will be available through September 3, 2026, by dialing 1-800-770-2030 (North American toll-free) or +1 (609) 800-9909 (international toll) and entering conference replay code 8052298#. About Brand Engagement Network Inc.Brand Engagement Network, Inc. (NASDAQ: BNAI) is an enterprise AI software company that enables organizations to connect engagement to execution through secure, intelligent conversational AI. Powered by its proprietary Engagement Language Model (ELM™), BEN helps organizations automate workflows, improve customer experiences, and drive operational intelligence across healthcare, hospitality, mobility, government, media, retail, and other industries. The acquisition of Cataneo expands BEN's global deployment infrastructure by adding a proven enterprise software platform, established customer relationships, and international distribution capabilities, creating new opportunities to deploy BEN's enterprise AI at scale while reinforcing the Company's position as an enterprise AI software provider. For more information, visit www.brandengagementnetwork.com. About Cataneo GmbHCataneo GmbH is a global provider of enterprise software for advertising sales, scheduling, traffic, and content management across linear, digital, and on-demand media. Its MYDAS platform provides end-to-end media management, monetization, analytics, CRM integration, and real-time reporting solutions for broadcasters and media organizations worldwide. For more information, visit www.cataneo.de. Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements in this press release that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements regarding: the prospects of the combined business following the acquisition of Cataneo; and BEN's growth strategies, including with respect to international expansion. The forward-looking statements contained herein are based upon BEN's current expectations and involve assumptions that may never materialize or may prove to be incorrect. These forward-looking statements are neither promises nor guarantees and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 16, 2026, and in similar disclosures set forth in the other documents that BEN has filed and may file from time to time with the SEC. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and BEN assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. BEN's views in these forward-looking statements should not be relied as representing the Company's views as of any date subsequent to the date of this press release. 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Q1 2026 Results Reflect Approximately $7.1 Million in Financing Activity and Liability Reduction, Improved Liquidity, Accelerated Commercialization and Global Expansion WILMINGTON, Del., May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Brand Engagement Network Inc. (NASDAQ: BNAI) ("BEN" or the "Company"), a provider of secure, enterprise-grade artificial intelligence, today announced that it filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 15, 2026. The Company believes Q1 2026 represents its strongest quarter since going public in 2024, reflecting significant balance sheet strengthening, improved liquidity, reduced liabilities, and continued expansion across hospitality, healthcare, fleet operations, Africa, Latin America, and enterprise media infrastructure. The quarter also reflects continued progress in BEN's transition from post-IPO restructuring toward commercial deployment and international expansion. BNAI YTD 2026 Highlights Approximately $4.47 million in gross proceeds generated from warrant exercises during the quarter. Completed a $1.518 million private placement with Ben Capital Fund I, LLC. Approximately $7.1 million in combined financing and liability reduction initiatives supporting balance sheet strengthening. Reduced total liabilities by approximately $2.8 million compared to the prior-year period. Increased cash and cash equivalents to approximately $1.8 million as of March 31, 2026, compared to $172,124 at December 31, 2025. Expanded international commercialization initiatives across Africa and Latin America. Transitioned BEN's AI Concierge from pilot to live guest-facing deployment at Seven Visions Resort & Places, The Dvin. Received U.S. Patent No. 12,581,163 related to technologies supporting real-time interpretation of user intent and automated enterprise system actions. Entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Munich-based Cataneo GmbH in a transaction valued at approximately $19.5 million. "Our first quarter results represent a clear turning point for BEN as we continue executing on our long-term vision and transforming our financial foundation," said Tyler Luck, CEO of Brand Engagement Network. "During the quarter, we strengthened our balance sheet, improved liquidity, reduced legacy obligations, and expanded commercialization activity across hospitality, healthcare, fleet operations, and international markets, including Africa and Latin America. We also advanced our enterprise AI capabilities through strategic partnerships, intellectual property expansion, and the pending acquisition of Cataneo GmbH. Importantly, we believe these milestones position the Company for continued commercial growth while maintaining a disciplined approach to capital management." Recent Operational and Strategic Milestones International Commercial ExpansionOn January 20, 2026, the Company entered into a $2.05 million licensing partnership with Valio Technologies (Pty) Ltd., expanding BEN's commercial presence into Africa through healthcare and academic deployments, including a pilot program with Nelson Mandela University. The Company also expanded commercialization efforts across Latin America through strategic relationships supporting healthcare, mobility, and enterprise AI initiatives. Hospitality DeploymentOn March 2, 2026, BEN's AI Concierge transitioned into a live guest-facing deployment at Seven Visions Resort & Places, The Dvin, representing the Company's first live guest-facing hospitality deployment. Fleet Operations ExpansionOn April 21, 2026, the Company entered into a strategic relationship with Accelevate Solutions focused on expanding BEN's AI technology into commercial fleet and mobility environments. Subsequent reseller agreements executed on May 7, 2026, established distribution rights supporting broader commercialization opportunities across fleet and enterprise markets. Cataneo AcquisitionOn April 30, 2026, the Company entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Cataneo GmbH ("Cataneo"), whose MYDAS platform supports approximately €6 billion in annual advertising inventory across more than 1,000 media brands globally. The transaction is valued at approximately $19.5 million and is expected to close on or about June 30, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. Governance UpdateEffective April 1, 2026, Jon Leibowitz was appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors, succeeding Bernard Puckett as part of the Company's ongoing governance evolution. Mr. Leibowitz previously served as Chairman of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission and brings extensive experience in regulatory policy, governance, and enterprise oversight. About Brand Engagement Network, Inc. Brand Engagement Network, Inc. (NASDAQ: BNAI) builds secure, enterprise-grade artificial intelligence for the engagement layer of AI between companies and consumers, where people interact with systems and real-world outcomes are driven. Powered by its proprietary Engagement Language Model (ELM™), BEN's technology delivers conversational AI that connects human intent to organizational data, workflows, and actions inside closed-loop, privacy-protective, governed environments. Trusted by organizations in regulated and high-stakes industries, BEN brings AI into operational settings where engagement, accountability, and results matter. For more information, visit www.brandengagementnetwork.com. Contacts: Investor Relations: [email protected]; Media: [email protected] Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements contained in this press release other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the anticipated closing and benefits of the Cataneo acquisition, the Company's strategic partnerships, commercialization initiatives, deployment activity, liquidity, growth opportunities, and the performance of its ELM™ technology. These forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the Company's ability to close pending acquisitions, integrate acquired businesses, execute commercialization strategies, achieve market acceptance of its AI solutions, and other risks detailed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this release, except as required by law.   View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/brand-engagement-network-reports-strongest-quarter-to-date-302774449.html

Never miss an important update on your stock portfolio and cut through the noise. Over 7 million investors trust Simply Wall St to stay informed where it matters for FREE. Brand Engagement Network (BNAI) has drawn fresh attention after reporting full year 2025 results, with sales of US$0.28 million, a net loss of US$8.63 million, and basic loss per share of US$1.97. See our latest analysis for Brand Engagement Network. The earnings release comes after a sharp run up in the share price, with a very large year to date share price return of 908.22% and a 1 year total shareholder return approaching 10x. However, the 1 day and 7 day share price returns of 3.04% and 9.63% declines suggest some of that momentum has cooled in the short term, while the 3 year total shareholder return remains sharply negative. If this kind of move in an AI focused name has your attention, it can be useful to see what else is out there and compare 34 AI small caps With Brand Engagement Network still posting a US$8.63 million loss against modest sales and a very large year to date return, you have to ask: is this stock still mispriced, or is the market already banking on future growth? The most followed narrative assigns Brand Engagement Network a fair value of $2.00 per share, which sits far below the last close of $38.01, setting up a wide gap between expectations and reality. Read the complete narrative. Want to see what is built into that $2.00 fair value? This narrative hinges on aggressive revenue expansion, margin repair, and a future earnings multiple that might surprise you. Result: Fair Value of $2.00 (OVERVALUED) Have a read of the narrative in full and understand what's behind the forecasts. However, if BEN converts pilots into recurring contracts, or if its focus on trusted, brand specific data gains traction, that could challenge the current overvaluation narrative. Find out about the key risks to this Brand Engagement Network narrative. With sentiment already split on whether BEN is mispriced, it makes sense to review the full picture for yourself and act before views shift again, starting with the 4 important warning signs. If BEN sits on your watchlist, do not stop there. Broaden your opportunity set with other stock ideas that line up with your approach. Target stronger balance sheets by filtering for companies in the solid balance sheet and fundamentals stocks screener (42 results) that may better match your risk comfort. Spot potential value opportunities by scanning the 60 high quality undervalued stocks and see which businesses line up with your preferred fundamentals. Unearth potential outliers by reviewing the screener containing 23 high quality undiscovered gems before they gain wider attention. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include BNAI. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email [email protected]

This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Revenue: $5,000 in Q2 2025, compared to none in Q2 2024. Operating Expenses: Decreased by 55.6% to $2.8 million, down from $6.3 million in Q2 2024. Other Income: $3.7 million, primarily from a gain on debt extinguishment of $4 million. Net Income: $900,000 in Q2 2025, compared to a net loss of $3 million in Q2 2024. Stockholders' Equity: Increased 126% to $5.9 million from $2.6 million at year-end 2024. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 4 Warning Signs with BNAI. Is BNAI fairly valued? Test your thesis with our free DCF calculator. Release Date: October 14, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Brand Engagement Network Inc (NASDAQ:BNAI) successfully reduced expenses by over 55%, enhancing financial flexibility. The company entered a global partnership with Swiss Life, marking a significant milestone in expanding AI solutions. BNAI's Korean Innovation Lab, with over 30 employees, is driving product innovation and client success. The company reported a net income of $900,000 in Q2 2025, a significant improvement from a net loss of $3 million in Q2 2024. Stockholders' equity increased by 126% to $5.9 million, reflecting improved financial health. The Q2 10-Q filing was delayed, although not due to negative financial performance. Revenue for Q2 2025 was only $5,000, indicating early-stage traction in AI solutions. The acquisition of Cataneo was terminated, although the partnership remains strong. The media space, while fast-evolving, requires a nimble approach to keep up with rapid changes. Pilot programs in regulated industries, such as pharmaceuticals, take time to convert into scalable, recurring relationships. Q: Tyler, welcome to the CEO role. Could you share your focus areas and any changes on the horizon? A: Hi, Jack. My focus is on three core priorities: execution and discipline, commercial acceleration, and product leadership. We aim to deliver on commitments, translate momentum into scalable revenue, and push the boundaries of AI engagement. It's about clarity, focus, and ensuring BEN grows with purpose. - Tyler Luck, Acting CEO Q: Regarding the terminated acquisition of Cataneo, are you still working with them on other opportunities? How does the media space fit into your focus going forward? A: Yes, we continue to work with Cataneo and maintain a strong partnership. The media space is crucial and evolves quickly, requiring a nimble approach. We will pursue M&A and partnerships to rejuvenate our AI advertising stack. - Walid Khiari, CFO Q: The $5,000 revenue in the quarter, was it from a pilot program? What are your expectations going forward? A: The $5,000 was from a pilot program in Armenia related to hospitality customer service. We expect this to be recurring. - Tyler Luck, Acting CEO Q: Can you update us on the status of past pilot programs, particularly in the pharmaceutical healthcare space? A: All pilots are progressing, moving from generative AI to Agentic AI with measurable impact. We aim to convert these pilots into scalable, recurring relationships and will share more results as they formalize into commercial agreements. - Tyler Luck, Acting CEO Q: How do you plan to tackle the fast-evolving media space and ensure alignment with your strategy? A: The media space requires a combination of buy, build, and partner strategies. We will continue building products with a common foundation but tailored for different industry verticals, ensuring alignment with our overall strategy. - Walid Khiari, CFO For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Brand Engagement Network Inc. (Nasdaq: BNAI) ("BEN" or the "Company") recorded the financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Strategic Achievements "We believe this quarter underscored the discipline and focus we've applied to strengthen our foundation," said Tyler Luck, Acting CEO and Co-Founder of BEN. "Through cost reductions and decisive management actions, we are positioning the company for sustainable, long-term growth. Our Innovation Lab in Seoul, Korea, continues to drive advanced product innovation, playing a critical role in shaping our global success in conversational AI." "Our Q2 results demonstrate significant progress in stabilizing operations and strengthening our financial position," said Walid Khiari, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer. "By reducing expenses by over 55%, we've gained greater flexibility to execute our strategy and accelerate growth initiatives in regulated industries." Financial Highlights Revenue: $5,000 in Q2 2025, compared to none in Q2 2024, reflecting early traction in our conversation AI solutions. Operating expenses: Decreased by 55.6% to $2.8 million, down from $6.3 million in Q2 2024, driven by streamlined operations and strategic cost optimization. Other income: $3.7 million, primarily from a $4.0 million gain on debt extinguishment, partially offset by changes in warrant fair value. Net income: Net income of $0.9 million in Q2 2025, compared to a net loss of $3.0 million in Q2 2024. Stockholders' equity: Increased 126% to $5.9 million from $2.6 million at year-end 2024, reflecting improved financial health. A detailed summary of BEN's recorded financial results is included in the Company's Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, filed with the SEC. Webcast and Conference Call Information BEN will host a conference call to discuss its results at 1:30 p.m. PT / 4:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Dial-in details: North America Toll-Free: 1-888-880-3330 Local/International: 1-646-357-8766 Conference ID: 8048832 Webcast (public): https://app.webinar.net/pNeyl4BQPw2 Following the call, transcripts of the conference call will be posted to BEN's investor relations website. 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders BEN's 2025 Annual Meeting is scheduled for November 26, 2025, with a record date for determining shareholders of record, at the close of business on November 3, 2025. Shareholder proposals for inclusion in the proxy statement must be received by October 20, 2025, at 300 Delaware Avenue, Suite 210, Wilmington, DE 19801, Attention: Legal Department – Shareholder Mail, with a copy to legal @beninc.ai. Proposals must comply with SEC Rule 14a-8 and Ben's bylaws. For nominations or other matters not included in the proxy statement, notice must also be received by October 20, 2025, per the Company's bylaws. See our investor relations website for details. The time and location of the 2025 Annual Meeting will be as set forth in the Company's definitive proxy statement for the 2025 Annual Meeting to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In addition, we may omit any proposal from our proxy materials that does not comply with Securities and Exchange Commission rules. About Brand Engagement Network, Inc. (BEN) Brand Engagement Network, Inc. (BEN) (Nasdaq: BNAI) develops conversational AI agents built for regulated and customer-centric industries. Its proprietary Engagement Language Model (ELM™) with retrieval-augmented generation enables enterprises to deploy multimodal, compliance-first AI across chat, voice, avatar, and digital channels. With 21 issued patents, a growing IP portfolio, and early adoption across life sciences, healthcare, insurance, financial services, hospitality, retail, and automotive, BEN is positioned at the intersection of enterprise AI adoption and rising regulatory demand. For more information, visit www.beninc.ai Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding our future business plans and expectations which are subject to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are only predictions and may differ materially from actual results due to a variety of factors including: the impact of macroeconomic conditions on our business and financial results, including as a result of geopolitical events; our ability to retain or increase customers, users and engagement levels; our dependency on data signals and mobile operating systems, networks, and standards that we do not control; changes to the content or application of third-party policies that impact our practices; risks associated with new products and changes to existing products as well as other new business initiatives, including our artificial intelligence initiatives and pilot efforts; our emphasis on growth and engagement and the user experience over short-term financial results; maintaining and enhancing our brand and reputation; our ongoing privacy, safety, security, and content; competition; risks associated with government actions that could restrict access to our products or impair our ability to license our products in certain countries; litigation and government inquiries; privacy, legislative, and regulatory concerns or developments; risks associated with acquisitions; security breaches; our ability to manage our scale and geographically-dispersed operations; and market conditions or other factors affecting our operations. These and other potential risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from the results predicted are more fully detailed in BEN's Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") filings, including its most recent annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly report on Form 10-Q under the caption "Risk Factors", which are available on our Investor Relations website (investor.beninc.ai) and the SEC website (www.sec.gov). Additional information will also be set forth in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2025. In addition, please note that the date of this press release is October 14, 2025, and any forward-looking statements contained herein are based on assumptions that we believe to be reasonable as of this date. We undertake no obligation to update these statements as a result of new information or future events. 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WILMINGTON, Del., June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brand Engagement Network Inc. (BEN) (NASDAQ: BNAI), an innovator in AI-driven customer engagement solutions, today announced its results and key business highlights for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. "Q1 marked a strong start to 2025, as we launched our iSKYE platform and deepened strategic partnerships that demonstrate the growing demand for secure, scalable AI solutions,” said Paul Chang, CEO of Brand Engagement Network. “We’ve enhanced our platform with features that deliver greater accuracy and relevance for users, while providing the control and engagement enterprise clients want. Looking ahead, iSKYE’s modular architecture positions us to easily support new industries and applications. This flexibility opens doors to larger opportunities and broader AI-powered engagement across diverse sectors." Q1 2025 Key Business Highlights: iSKYE AI Platform Launch: BEN has officially launched the iSKYE platform, offering businesses a customizable, scalable solution to integrate AI with existing business processes, inject a rules engine to manage the interactions, and provide full control of the user experience. Key capabilities include customizable 3D avatars, low-cost deployment, enterprise-grade security, and the ability to mitigate AI hallucinations while integrating seamlessly into existing systems. iSKYE AI Platform Launch: BEN has officially launched the iSKYE platform, offering businesses a customizable, scalable solution to integrate AI with existing business processes, inject a rules engine to manage the interactions, and provide full control of the user experience. Key capabilities include customizable 3D avatars, low-cost deployment, enterprise-grade security, and the ability to mitigate AI hallucinations while integrating seamlessly into existing systems. Global AI Insurance Partnership with Swiss Life: BEN partnered with Swiss Life Global Solutions to deliver secure, scalable generative AI solutions that enhance digital health, mental health, and financial wellbeing services. The collaboration aims to streamline insurance sales, reduce call center volume, and improve member services with AI-powered tools. Global AI Insurance Partnership with Swiss Life: BEN partnered with Swiss Life Global Solutions to deliver secure, scalable generative AI solutions that enhance digital health, mental health, and financial wellbeing services. The collaboration aims to streamline insurance sales, reduce call center volume, and improve member services with AI-powered tools. Expanded Partnership with Vybroo and Grupo Siete: BEN expanded its partnership with Vybroo and Grupo Siete to deploy AI-powered brand ambassadors and voice agents across Latin America and Southern Europe, enhancing its digital media presence and unlocking new revenue opportunities in high-growth markets. Expanded Partnership with Vybroo and Grupo Siete: BEN expanded its partnership with Vybroo and Grupo Siete to deploy AI-powered brand ambassadors and voice agents across Latin America and Southern Europe, enhancing its digital media presence and unlocking new revenue opportunities in high-growth markets. Advocating for Responsible AI Privacy Standards: BEN supported and advised on California Assembly Member Carl DeMaio’s proposed AI data privacy legislation bill, which aims to prevent the offshore storage of sensitive user data and underscores the Company’s commitment to secure, closed-loop AI systems focused on trust and compliance. Advocating for Responsible AI Privacy Standards: BEN supported and advised on California Assembly Member Carl DeMaio’s proposed AI data privacy legislation bill, which aims to prevent the offshore storage of sensitive user data and underscores the Company’s commitment to secure, closed-loop AI systems focused on trust and compliance. Conference Call and Webcast Information The Company will host a conference call and webcast tomorrow, Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. ET. CEO Paul Chang and CFO and COO Walid Khiari will lead the call and provide an overview of the company’s financial performance, key business highlights, and strategic outlook. Participants can register here to access the live webcast of the conference call. Those who prefer to join the call via phone can register using this link to receive a dial-in number and unique PIN. The webcast will be archived for one year following the conference call and can be accessed on BEN’s investor relations website at https://investors.beninc.ai/. About Brand Engagement Network (BEN) Brand Engagement Network Inc. (NASDAQ: BNAI) innovates in AI-powered customer engagement, delivering safe, intelligent, and scalable solutions. Its proprietary Engagement Language Model (ELM™) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architecture enable highly personalized interactions supported by customers’ curated data in closed-loop environments. BEN develops AI-driven engagement solutions for the life sciences, automotive, and retail industries, featuring AI-powered avatars for outbound campaigns, inbound customer service, and real-time recommendations. With a global AI research and development team, BEN provides secure cloud-based or on-premises deployments, granting complete control of the technology stack and ensuring compliance with GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and SOC 2 Type 1 standards. The company holds 21 patents, with 28 pending, demonstrating its commitment to advancing AI-driven consumer engagement. For more information, visit www.beninc.ai. Forward-Looking Statements This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that are not historical facts, and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results of BEN to differ materially from those expected and projected. These forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, including the words “anticipates,” “believes,” “continue,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “may,” “plans,” “potential,” “predicts,” “projects,” “should,” “will,” or “would,” or, in each case, their negative or other variations or comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from the expected results. Most of these factors are outside BEN’s control and are difficult to predict. Factors that may cause such differences include, but are not limited to: uncertainties as to the timing of the acquisition with Cataneo Gmbh (the “Acquisition”); the risk that the Acquisition may not be completed on the anticipated terms in a timely manner or at all; (the failure to satisfy any of the conditions to the consummation of the Acquisition, including the ability to obtain financing to fund the Acquisition on terms that are acceptable or at all; the possibility that any or all of the various conditions to the consummation of the Acquisition may not be satisfied or waived; the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the purchase agreement; the effect of the announcement or pendency of the transactions contemplated by the purchase agreement on the Company’s ability to retain and hire key personnel, its ability to maintain relationships with its customers, suppliers and others with whom it does business, or its operating results and business generally; risks related to diverting management’s attention from the Company’s ongoing business operations; uncertainty as to the timing of completion of the Acquisition; risks that the benefits of the Acquisition are not realized when and as expected; risks relating to the uncertainty of the projected financial information with respect to BEN; uncertainty regarding and the failure to realize the anticipated benefits from future production-ready deployments; the attraction and retention of qualified directors, officers, employees and key personnel; our ability to grow our customer base; BEN’s history of operating losses; BEN’s need for additional capital to support its present business plan and anticipated growth; technological changes in BEN’s market; the value and enforceability of BEN’s intellectual property protections; BEN’s ability to protect its intellectual property; BEN’s material weaknesses in financial reporting; BEN’s ability to navigate complex regulatory requirements; the ability to maintain the listing of BEN’s securities on a national securities exchange; the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations; the effects of competition on BEN’s business; and the risks of operating and effectively managing growth in evolving and uncertain macroeconomic conditions, such as high inflation and recessionary environments. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. BEN cautions that the foregoing list of factors is not exclusive. BEN cautions readers not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. BEN does not undertake nor does it accept any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect any change in its expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, and it does not intend to do so unless required by applicable law. Further information about factors that could materially affect BEN, including its results of operations and financial condition, is set forth under “Risk Factors” in BEN’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q subsequently filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Media Contact Amy Rouyer P: 503-367-7596 E: [email protected] Investor Relations Susan Xu P: 778-323-0959 E: [email protected]

WILMINGTON, Del., March 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brand Engagement Network Inc. (BEN) (NASDAQ: BNAI), an innovator in AI-driven customer engagement solutions, today announced its financial results and key business highlights for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024. "2024 was a defining year for BEN, as we accelerated our expansion in key sectors like automotive, media, and healthcare. In Q4, we successfully integrated our AI-powered solutions with Cox Automotive’s Dealer.com and formed strategic partnerships in Mexico and Europe, further strengthening our global presence,” said Paul Chang, CEO of Brand Engagement Network. “BEN’s innovation enables businesses to adopt safe, secure, turn-key AI solutions to drive efficiency in many aspects of operations in a scalable, cost-effective manner. As we look forward to 2025, we’re excited to build on our recent momentum, refine our solutions in high-growth sectors, and further expand our AI capabilities to meet market demands.” Q4 2024 Key Business Highlights: Walid Khiari Appointed CFO and COO: Walid Khiari, with over 20 years of experience in finance and 15 years as a technology investment banker advising software companies, will lead BEN’s next phase of innovation and global expansion. Cataneo Acquisition: BEN has agreed to acquire 100% of Cataneo GmbH for $19.5 million in cash and stock to expand its global media reach and strengthen its AI-driven advertising capabilities. The transaction is subject to securing financing and obtaining customary regulatory approvals and guarantees by certain BEN shareholders. Closing is currently targeted for Q2 2025. AI-Driven Radio Advertising with Vybroo & Grupo Siete: BEN and Cataneo GmbH partnered with Vybroo and Grupo Siete on a pilot program to modernize radio advertising in Mexico by streamlining ad placement and optimizing campaign performance. Cox Automotive Partnership: BEN successfully integrated its Digital AI Assistant with Cox Automotive’s Dealer.com, enhancing customer engagement and dealership operations through personalized, multimodal experiences. CareHub: BEN signed an agreement with CareHub to deploy GenAI Agents to assist nurse care managers with Remote Patient Monitoring to deliver improved patient outcomes specifically for Chronic Care Management. Conference Call and Webcast InformationThe Company will host a conference call and webcast today, Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET. CEO Paul Chang and CFO and COO Walid Khiari will lead the call and provide an overview of the company’s financial performance, key business highlights, and strategic outlook. Participants can register here to access the live webcast of the conference call. Those who prefer to join the call via phone can register using this link to receive a dial-in number and unique PIN. The webcast will be archived for one year following the conference call and can be accessed on BEN’s investor relations website at https://investors.beninc.ai/. About Brand Engagement Network (BEN)Brand Engagement Network Inc. (NASDAQ: BNAI) innovates in AI-powered customer engagement, delivering safe, intelligent, and scalable solutions. Its proprietary Engagement Language Model (ELM™) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architecture enable highly personalized interactions supported by customers’ curated data in closed-loop environments. BEN develops AI-driven engagement solutions for the life sciences, automotive, and retail industries, featuring AI-powered avatars for outbound campaigns, inbound customer service, and real-time recommendations. With a global AI research and development team, BEN provides secure cloud-based or on-premises deployments, granting complete control of the technology stack and ensuring compliance with GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and SOC 2 Type 1 standards. The company holds 21 patents, with 28 pending, demonstrating its commitment to advancing AI-driven consumer engagement. For more information, visit www.beninc.ai. Forward-Looking StatementsThis communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that are not historical facts, and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results of BEN to differ materially from those expected and projected. These forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, including the words “anticipates,” “believes,” “continue,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “may,” “plans,” “potential,” “predicts,” “projects,” “should,” “will,” or “would,” or, in each case, their negative or other variations or comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from the expected results. Most of these factors are outside BEN’s control and are difficult to predict. Factors that may cause such differences include, but are not limited to: uncertainties as to the timing of the acquisition with Cataneo Gmbh (the “Acquisition”); the risk that the Acquisition may not be completed on the anticipated terms in a timely manner or at all; (the failure to satisfy any of the conditions to the consummation of the Acquisition, including the ability to obtain financing to fund the Acquisition on terms that are acceptable or at all; the possibility that any or all of the various conditions to the consummation of the Acquisition may not be satisfied or waived; the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the purchase agreement; the effect of the announcement or pendency of the transactions contemplated by the purchase agreement on the Company’s ability to retain and hire key personnel, its ability to maintain relationships with its customers, suppliers and others with whom it does business, or its operating results and business generally; risks related to diverting management’s attention from the Company’s ongoing business operations; uncertainty as to the timing of completion of the Acquisition; risks that the benefits of the Acquisition are not realized when and as expected; risks relating to the uncertainty of the projected financial information with respect to BEN; uncertainty regarding and the failure to realize the anticipated benefits from future production-ready deployments; the attraction and retention of qualified directors, officers, employees and key personnel; our ability to grow our customer base; BEN’s history of operating losses; BEN’s need for additional capital to support its present business plan and anticipated growth; technological changes in BEN’s market; the value and enforceability of BEN’s intellectual property protections; BEN’s ability to protect its intellectual property; BEN’s material weaknesses in financial reporting; BEN’s ability to navigate complex regulatory requirements; the ability to maintain the listing of BEN’s securities on a national securities exchange; the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations; the effects of competition on BEN’s business; and the risks of operating and effectively managing growth in evolving and uncertain macroeconomic conditions, such as high inflation and recessionary environments. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. BEN cautions that the foregoing list of factors is not exclusive. BEN cautions readers not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. BEN does not undertake nor does it accept any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect any change in its expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, and it does not intend to do so unless required by applicable law. Further information about factors that could materially affect BEN, including its results of operations and financial condition, is set forth under “Risk Factors” in BEN’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q subsequently filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Media Contact Amy RouyerP: 503-367-7596E: [email protected] Investor RelationsSusan XuP: 778-323-0959E: [email protected]