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accession: "0001493152-26-002960"
form_type: "8-K"
ticker: "BNAI"
cik: "0001838163"
company_name: "Brand Engagement Network Inc."
filed_at: "2026-01-21T23:59:59+00:00"
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source: SEC EDGAR
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# BEN signs $2.05M AI licensing partnership in Africa; 25% equity, 35% rev share

## Summary
- $2,050,000 preferred equity contribution from newly formed South Africa entity to BEN, recognized as IP licensing revenue.
- BEN receives 25% common equity ownership in the new entity and one board seat.
- 35% revenue share on software, SaaS, services, and subscription revenues.
- Exclusive perpetual license for government and private-sector markets across Africa, with right of first refusal.
- Memorandum of understanding with Nelson Mandela University for an AI mental health pilot for students (non-binding).

## SEC filing metadata
- accession: 0001493152-26-002960
- form_type: 8-K
- ticker: BNAI
- cik: 0001838163
- company_name: Brand Engagement Network Inc.
- filed_at: 2026-01-21T23:59:59+00:00
- event_type: other_material
- sentiment: positive
- materiality_score: 0.75
- calibrated_materiality_score: 0.75
- confidence: high
- sec_items: 1.01, 9.01
- EDGAR index: https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1838163/000149315226002960/0001493152-26-002960-index.htm
- EDGAR primary document: https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1838163/000149315226002960/form8-k.htm

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