Leveraging Deep Data Expertise to Advance Predictive Modeling in Energy and Agriculture

Data Vault Holdings, Inc.^®, which is under a definitive asset purchase agreement to sell its Datavault^® and ADIO^® IP and IT assets to WiSA Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: WISA) and is leading the way in metaverse data visualization, valuation, and monetization today announced that it is set to take the stage at the New York Scientific Data Summit (NYSDS) 2024. The summit, hosted by Brookhaven National Laboratory on September 16-17, 2024, will address key advancements in Digital Twin technologies impacting various sectors.

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Under the leadership of CEO Nathaniel Bradley, Datavault will explore the significant strides made in its bioenergy sector, particularly through its PhytoIntel platform. This platform, emblematic of Datavault commitment to integrating advanced data handling techniques and tools, offers a comprehensive approach to optimizing the genetic and biochemical characteristics of bioenergy crops such as Arabidopsis and soybean, using Digital Twins.

"With our expertise in data science and digital technologies, we are uniquely positioned to address key challenges, improve predictive modeling and contribute to more sustainable energy solutions," said Bradley.

John Ratzan, Senior Managing Director - Financial Services US Data & AI Lead at Accenture, will be among the featured speakers. "I am eager to engage with fellow industry leaders at NYSDS to delve into the transformative potential of Digital Twins and the implications of responsible AI. This summit offers a fantastic opportunity to discuss the latest advancements and their impact on critical sectors," Ratzan shared.

This year's summit promises a comprehensive agenda that includes keynote speeches, panel discussions and breakout sessions from leading experts in academia, industry and national laboratories. Participants will engage in rigorous discussions about enhancing model accuracy, real-time data synchronization and the integration of machine learning techniques with Digital Twins for predictive analytics.

NYSDS 2024 features a dynamic agenda of world-class speakers, including Michael Churchill from Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory on 'Fusion Energy Digital Twins,' Nathan Urban from Brookhaven National Laboratory hosting critical discussions on 'Uncertainty in Digital Twins,’ and Bradley on 'Advancements in Bioenergy Digital Twins.'

The summit will also include keynote addresses by leading experts from academia, industry and national laboratories. Participants will explore topics such as improving model accuracy, real-time data synchronization and integrating machine learning with Digital Twins for predictive analytics.

The potential of Digital Twins is underscored by recent McKinsey projections, which forecast the global market will grow 60% annually, reaching $73.5 billion by 2027. Digital Twins are becoming a top priority for 86% of companies investing in supply chain transformation, with the technology offering up to a 50% reduction in development times and significant cost savings. Nearly 75% of companies in advanced industries have adopted Digital Twins, highlighting their transformative impact, as per McKinsey.

The summit, in its tenth year, will be held at SUNY Global Center in New York City and is open to the public. For more information on registration or event details, please visit the event page here.

About NYSDS:

The New York Scientific Data Summit (NYSDS), established by Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) and led by its Computational Science Initiative, connects researchers, developers and end-users from academia, industry and government to exchange ideas, foster cross-disciplinary collaboration and build a community around common data research interests.

About Data Vault Holdings Inc.

Data Vault Holdings Inc. is a technology holding company that provides a proprietary, cloud-based platform for the delivery of blockchain objects. Data Vault Holdings Inc. provides businesses with the tools to monetize data assets securely over its Information Data Exchange^® (IDE). The company is in the process of finalizing the consolidation of its affiliates Data Donate Technologies, Inc., ADIO LLC, and Datavault Inc. as wholly owned subsidiaries under one corporate structure. Learn more about Data Vault Holdings Inc. here.

About WiSA Technologies

WiSA Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: WISA) is a leading provider of immersive, wireless sound technology for intelligent devices and next-generation home entertainment systems. Working with leading CE brands and manufacturers such as Harman International, a division of Samsung; LG; Hisense; TCL; Bang & Olufsen; Platin Audio; and others, the company delivers immersive wireless sound experiences for high-definition content, including movies and video, music, sports, gaming/esports, and more. WiSA Technologies, Inc. is a founding member of WiSA™ (the Wireless Speaker and Audio Association) whose mission is to define wireless audio interoperability standards as well as work with leading consumer electronics companies, technology providers, retailers, and ecosystem partners to evangelize and market spatial audio technologies driven by WiSA Technologies, Inc. The company is headquartered in Beaverton, OR with sales teams in Taiwan, China, Japan, Korea, and California. Learn more about WiSA here.

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