Myseum Granted U.S. Patent for Core Private and Encrypted Instant Social Networking and Media Technology
Rhea-AI Summary
Myseum (NASDAQ: MYSE) was granted U.S. Patent #12,585,755 on March 19, 2026 for “Time Bound Event Creation and Management Based on User Specific Media Permissions.” The patent covers systems and methods for private, encrypted, time‑bound social events and event‑specific media permissions.
Myseum said the IP underpins its Picture Party platform; the company now holds 20 issued patents with additional applications pending. Picture Party is available on iOS and Google Play and has supporting videos on YouTube. Visit pictureparty.com for details.
Positive
- U.S. Patent #12,585,755 granted on March 19, 2026
- Patent applies to time‑bound private events, media permissions, encryption and event prioritization
- IP portfolio increased to 20 issued patents
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Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 18 | Affiliate program launch | Positive | +1.9% | Launched affiliate program to drive Picture Party user growth and monetization. |
| Mar 12 | Investor livestream | Positive | -4.8% | CEO presentation on Picture Party roadmap and upcoming business launches. |
| Mar 10 | Licensing program | Positive | -0.8% | Introduced licensing for proprietary screenshot prevention technology to third parties. |
| Feb 19 | Marketing collaboration | Positive | +1.7% | Kevin O’Leary promotional video spotlighting Picture Party and privacy features. |
| Feb 10 | Shareholder letter | Positive | -5.5% | Outlined monetization strategy, influencer focus, and safety-focused technology roadmap. |
Recent positive news has often seen mixed to negative price reactions, with more divergences than alignments.
Over the past few months, Myseum has focused on expanding its Picture Party platform and monetization pathways. On Feb 10, 2026, a shareholder letter outlined monetization plans and product launches, followed by a Kevin O’Leary promotional video on Feb 19. In March, the company launched a licensing program for screenshot prevention technology (Mar 10), a livestream investor presentation (Mar 12), and an affiliate program (Mar 18). Today’s patent grant further builds this IP-focused, privacy-first social networking strategy.
Regulatory & Risk Context
An effective S-3 shelf filed on Nov 26, 2025 permits Myseum to offer up to $25,000,000 in various securities, plus $18,100,009.80 of unsold securities carried forward from a 2022 registration, providing flexibility to raise capital via equity, debt, warrants, rights, or units.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights a new U.S. patent protecting core technology for Myseum’s Picture Party platform, contributing to an IP portfolio of 20 issued patents. It extends a series of product and commercialization steps, including licensing and affiliate programs. At the same time, Q3 2025 net revenues were just $328 against a net loss of $1,231,481, and the company has an S-3 shelf for up to $25,000,000. Investors may monitor user growth, monetization metrics, and any capital-raising activity tied to this shelf.
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NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J., March 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Myseum, Inc. (Nasdaq: MYSE) (“Myseum” or the “Company”), a privacy-first social media and technology innovator, today announced that it was granted U.S. Patent #12,585,755 by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), titled “Time Bound Event Creation and Management Based on User Specific Media Permissions.”
The invention relates to systems and methods for creating and managing private and secure social networks and media feeds. More specifically, aspects of these systems and methods may create time bound events with event-specific media permissions such as privacy and encryption controls for media handling and dynamic event prioritization.
“This is an extremely important patent that covers the core technology powering our flagship Picture Party platform, enabling users to instantly create private and secure social networks for almost any occasion. As we prepare to quickly scale the platform’s user base, it is vital that we protect our intellectual property,” said Darin Myman, CEO of Myseum. “The IP enhances Myseum’s leadership in social media innovation, secured by our expanding portfolio which now includes 20 issued patents and several pending applications.”
Picture Party by Myseum is available for download in the iOS app store and Google Play store. Videos are available on the Picture Party by Myseum channel on YouTube. Visit pictureparty.com for details.
About Myseum, Inc.
Myseum, Inc. (formerly DatChat Inc.) is a privacy and social media technology company focused on innovative and creative user platforms. Its flagship platform is Picture Party by Myseum, a next-generation social sharing platform that makes it easier to share your photos and videos both today, and for generations to come. Myseum's innovative social media platform brings a fresh and needed approach to digital media and content management, allowing users to create a digital legacy that makes it easier to share both today, and with future generations. The platform is backed by both patented technology and proprietary software.
Myseum also operates the DatChat Messenger & Private Social Network, which presents technology that allows users to change how long their messages can be viewed before or after users send them, prevents screenshots, and hides encrypted photos in plain sight on camera rolls. The patented technology offers users a traditional texting experience while providing control and security for their messages. With the DatChat Messenger, a user can decide how long their messages last on a recipient's device while feeling secure that at any time, and delete individual messages or entire message threads, making it like the conversation never happened. Visit Myseum.com and datchat.com/investors for more information.
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