Brand Engagement Network (NASDAQ: BNAI) Co-Founder and AI Pioneer Dr. Patrick Nunally Invited to Speak at the Vatican on AI and the Human Spirit

Brand Engagement Network (NASDAQ: BNAI) announced that Co-Founder and Chief Scientist Dr. Patrick Nunally will speak in Vatican City on November 20, 2026.

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Brand Engagement Network (NASDAQ: BNAI) announced that Co-Founder and Chief Scientist Dr. Patrick Nunally will speak in Vatican City on November 20, 2026.

The discussion, “Artificial Intelligence & the Human Spirit,” is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. and will explore faith, technology and Pope Leo XIV's reflections on AI in his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas. Nunally will join Jonathan Pageau and Dr. Hank Wuh. The discussion concludes three days of gatherings in Rome, November 18–20. Robert Moynihan, founder and editor-in-chief of Inside the Vatican magazine, extended the invitation.

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neural networks, computer vision, signal processing, sentiment analysis

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neural networks technical

"advancing neural networks 45 years ago"

A neural network is a type of computer model that learns to recognize patterns by adjusting many simple connections, similar to how a brain’s network of neurons strengthens certain pathways after practice. Investors care because these models can analyze large, messy datasets to forecast trends, detect fraud, or automate decisions, potentially improving trading signals or operational efficiency; their performance and transparency can materially affect a company’s competitive edge and risk profile.

computer vision technical

"speech and audio processing, computer vision"

Computer vision is technology that gives machines the ability to 'see' and make sense of images or video, turning pixels into usable information like object counts, measurements, or activity patterns. For investors, it matters because it enables automation, cost reduction and new product features across industries—from quality checks on factory lines to retail analytics—so companies that adopt effective computer vision can boost efficiency, reduce labor needs and create competitive advantages.

signal processing technical

"working across artificial intelligence, neural networks, and signal processing"

Signal processing is the set of methods used to turn raw streams of data—like sounds, images, sensor readings, or market feeds—into clear, usable information by reducing noise, highlighting patterns, and converting signals into readable forms. It matters to investors because better signal processing can make products and services more accurate, faster, or cheaper—think of cleaning a blurry photo so details pop—driving customer value, regulatory credibility, and competitive advantage.

sentiment analysis technical

"intent and sentiment analysis"

Sentiment analysis uses computer tools to read news, social media, analyst reports and other text to gauge whether the overall tone is positive, negative or neutral. Think of it as a thermometer for public mood: it turns words into a score that helps investors spot rising excitement or growing worry before those feelings show up in prices. Traders and analysts use these scores to anticipate demand, manage risk and time trades more effectively.

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Dr. Nunally, who holds more than 160 patents, joins a three-speaker international discussion responding to Pope Leo XIV's encyclical on artificial intelligence

WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Brand Engagement Network, Inc. ("BEN") (NASDAQ: BNAI) today announced that its Co-Founder and Chief Scientist, Dr. Patrick Nunally, will be a featured speaker at "Artificial Intelligence & the Human Spirit," a discussion in Vatican City on Friday, Nov. 20, 2026, at 2:30 p.m.  The conversation will explore faith, technology, and Pope Leo XIV's reflections on artificial intelligence in his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas.

Dr. Nunally will appear alongside Jonathan Pageau, an Orthodox thinker, artist, and commentator, and Dr. Hank Wuh, a surgeon, inventor, investor, and World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer. Robert Moynihan, founder and editor-in-chief of Inside the Vatican magazine, extended the invitation. The 2:30 p.m. discussion will culminate three days of gatherings in Rome, November 18 to 20, bringing together AI pioneers, entrepreneurs, and thinkers from around the world. International media are expected to attend.

"When I began advancing neural networks 45 years ago, machines capable of learning were still considered by many to be the stuff of science fiction," said Dr. Nunally. "The work of a small group of pioneers is now reshaping civilization. The greatest question of our time is no longer what machines can learn, but what humanity must never forget. Artificial intelligence may transform what we can do, but it must never diminish who we are."

The Science Behind BEN

Dr. Nunally co-founded BEN in 2018. The company now holds an extensive portfolio of foundational patents spanning how its AI listens, understands, and acts—including speech and audio processing, computer vision, intent and sentiment analysis, AI avatars, security and privacy, and the orchestration that brings these capabilities together.

That work speaks to a central question in the Rome discussion: how to keep a qualified human accountable when AI is involved. Built on its team's pioneering machine-intelligence research, BEN's patents advance AI beyond understanding words to recognizing intent, emotion, behavior, and context, and include technology that brings a credentialed professional, such as a clinician or counselor, into an AI conversation when a person is needed.

"Investors often ask what sets BEN apart from companies that build on someone else's model. Part of the answer is visionaries like Dr. Nunally," said Tyler Luck, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of BEN. "Our technology rests on more than four decades of research and our patent portfolio. While this invitation to the Vatican is a well-deserved honor for Dr. Nunally, it also reflects the depth of thought behind everything we build."

Dr. Nunally is available for interviews in Rome Nov.18-20 and by video. Interview requests can be sent to Amy Rouyer at amy@beninc.ai or to media@beninc.ai.

About Dr. Patrick Nunally

Dr. Nunally has spent more than 45 years teaching machines to listen, recognize, and learn, working across artificial intelligence, neural networks, and signal processing. In the early 1990s, he pioneered technology that became the foundation of Arbitron and Nielsen's radio ratings systems, transforming how America measures and understands listening behavior. That achievement helped shape an enduring conviction: the greatest technological breakthroughs come not simply from making machines more intelligent, but from enabling them to better understand human behavior. More than three decades later, that same vision continues to drive his work in artificial intelligence, creating machines that understand and serve humanity.

He has been honored by IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu (IEEE-HKN) and the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

Beyond BEN, Dr. Nunally has founded or co-founded numerous companies, including Raise a Hood, Nethercomm Inc., ChargeCast Corp., BTT Corp., Wave Systems, PlayNet Inc., Gruppe Telekom, Intellisys Automation, and e-Metrics. He is also the co-founder of nTelesys, serves on several boards advising companies on AI strategy, and is a professor of electrical engineering and an international speaker on AI and next-generation technologies.

About Brand Engagement Network

Brand Engagement Network, Inc. ("BEN") is The Engagement AI Company. BEN builds secure, enterprise-grade artificial intelligence for the engagement layer of AI, where human intent is transformed into intelligent interactions, automated workflows, and real-world outcomes. Powered by BEN's proprietary Engagement Language Model (ELM™), BEN's technology enables conversational AI interactions that connect human intent to organizational data, workflows, and real-world outcomes. BEN's AI operates within secure closed-loop environments using approved organizational data and built-in governance and compliance controls. In June 2026, BEN acquired Cataneo GmbH, whose enterprise advertising software supports more than 1,000 media brands and 200+ channels globally. Let's start a conversation: visit www.brandengagementnetwork.com.

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, including statements regarding BEN's technology, intellectual property, business strategy and Dr. Nunally's participation in the event described. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, including BEN's ability to develop and commercialize its technology, protect its intellectual property, compete effectively and maintain adequate capital; changes to the timing, format or occurrence of the event; and other risks described in BEN's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these statements, which speak only as of the date made. BEN undertakes no obligation to update them, except as required by law.

BEN Contacts:
Media: Amy Rouyer, amy@beninc.ai or media@beninc.ai
Investor Relations: investors@beninc.ai

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