Avant Technologies (AVAI) seeks Avaí Bio name change after FINRA filing

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Avant Technologies Inc. reported that it has filed an application with FINRA to change its corporate name. The company plans to change its name from Avant Technologies Inc. to Avaí Bio, Inc. to better reflect its current business. The ticker symbol will remain “AVAI” until FINRA declares the corporate action effective and, if applicable, assigns a new trading symbol.

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 15, 2025

AVANT TECHNOLOGIES INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Nevada (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)   333-225433 (Commission File Number)     38-4053064 (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)  

c/o Eastbiz.com, Inc 5348 Vegas Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89108

(Address and telephone number of principal executive offices)

(Issuer’s telephone number)

(866) 533-0065

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instructions A.2. below):

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Not applicable.

Title of each class		Trading Symbol		Name of each exchange on which registered
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Item 8.01 Other Events.

On September 15, 2025, Avant Technologies Inc., a Nevada corporation (the “Company”) filed an application with the Financial Industry Regulation Authority (FINRA) in order to change the name of the Company. The Company’s ticker symbol will remain “AVAI” until FINRA declares the corporate action effective and assigns a new trading symbol, if applicable. The Company is seeking to change the name of the Company from Avant Technologies Inc. to Avaí Bio, Inc. to better reflect the current business of the Company.

SIGNATURES

In accordance with the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, the registrant caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

Dated: September 17, 2025	AVANT TECHNOLOGIES INC.
	By:	/s/	Vitalis Racius
		Name:	Vitalis Racius
		Title:	Chief Financial Officer, Director & Treasurer

FAQ

What did Avant Technologies (AVAI) announce in this 8-K filing?

Avant Technologies Inc. disclosed that it filed an application with FINRA to change its corporate name, seeking to rebrand as Avaí Bio, Inc..

What new name is Avant Technologies (AVAI) proposing?

The company is seeking to change its name from Avant Technologies Inc. to Avaí Bio, Inc. to better reflect the current business of the company.

Will the Avant Technologies ticker AVAI change immediately?

No. The ticker symbol will remain “AVAI” until FINRA declares the corporate action effective and assigns a new trading symbol, if applicable.

Who is overseeing the corporate name change process for Avant Technologies?

The company has filed an application with FINRA, which must declare the corporate action effective and may assign a new trading symbol.

Why is Avant Technologies changing its name to Avaí Bio, Inc.?

The company states it is seeking the new name Avaí Bio, Inc. to better reflect the current business of the company.