Auditor change at Nakamoto Inc (NASDAQ: NAKA) as Wolf replaces Sadler
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Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Nakamoto Inc. disclosed that its Audit Committee dismissed Sadler, Gibb & Associates, LLC as its independent registered public accounting firm on June 17, 2026, and on the same day approved the engagement of Wolf & Company, P.C. as the new auditor for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026 and related 2026 interim periods.
The company states there were no disagreements with Sadler on accounting principles, financial statement disclosure, or audit scope and procedures, and no reportable events, other than a previously disclosed material weakness in internal control over financial reporting described in its Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025. Sadler’s reports on the 2024 and 2025 financial statements contained no adverse opinions or disclaimers and were not qualified or modified as to uncertainty, audit scope, or accounting principles.
Nakamoto Inc. also notes that it did not consult Wolf in recent years on accounting principles, potential audit opinions, or matters involving disagreements or reportable events before this appointment. Sadler has been asked to provide a letter to the SEC stating whether it agrees with the company’s descriptions of these matters.
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8-K Event Classification
2 items: 4.01, 9.01
2 items
Item 4.01
Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant
Governance
The company changed its independent auditing firm, which may involve disagreements on accounting matters.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Auditor dismissal date: June 17, 2026
New auditor appointment date: June 17, 2026
Audit year: Fiscal year ending December 31, 2026
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Auditor dismissal date
June 17, 2026
Sadler, Gibb & Associates dismissed as independent auditor
New auditor appointment date
June 17, 2026
Wolf & Company engaged as new auditor
Audit year
Fiscal year ending December 31, 2026
Scope of Wolf & Company engagement
Prior audited years
2024 and 2025
Sadler’s reports had no adverse opinions or disclaimers
Key Terms
independent registered public accounting firm, material weakness, internal control over financial reporting, reportable events, +1 more
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independent registered public accounting firm financial
"dismissed Sadler, Gibb & Associates, LLC as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm"
An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.
material weakness financial
"except for the material weakness relating to internal control over financial reporting"
A material weakness is a significant flaw in the systems and checks a company uses to ensure its financial reports are accurate, meaning errors or fraud could happen and not be caught. For investors it matters because it raises the risk that reported results are unreliable—similar to finding a hole in a ship’s hull—potentially leading to corrected financials, regulatory action, reduced trust, and negative effects on stock value and borrowing costs.
internal control over financial reporting financial
"material weakness relating to internal control over financial reporting described in Part II, Item 9A"
Internal control over financial reporting is a company’s system of procedures and checks designed to make sure its financial statements are accurate and complete, like a set of guardrails and verification steps that catch mistakes or fraud before numbers are published. Investors care because strong controls make reported results more trustworthy, lower the risk of surprise restatements or regulatory problems, and give greater confidence when valuing the company or comparing it to peers.
reportable events regulatory
"there were no “reportable events” as defined in Item 304(a)(1)(v) of Regulation S-K"
Reportable events are significant incidents or changes a company is legally required to disclose to regulators and the public, such as major safety problems, legal actions, financial irregularities, or management changes. They matter to investors because these events can alter a company’s risk profile or future performance, much like a dashboard warning light signals a problem that could affect a car’s safety or reliability. Timely disclosure helps investors make informed decisions and maintain market fairness.
emerging growth company regulatory
"Emerging growth company"
An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.
FAQ
What auditor did Nakamoto Inc. dismiss in June 2026?
Nakamoto Inc. dismissed Sadler, Gibb & Associates, LLC as its independent registered public accounting firm on June 17, 2026. The decision was made by the Audit Committee, which then informed Sadler the same day, ending an engagement that began in 2022.
Who is the new independent auditor for Nakamoto Inc. (NAKA)?
Nakamoto Inc. appointed Wolf & Company, P.C. as its new independent registered public accounting firm on June 17, 2026. Wolf will audit the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, including interim periods ending June 30, 2026 and September 30, 2026.
Did Nakamoto Inc. report disagreements with Sadler, Gibb & Associates?
The company reports no disagreements with Sadler on accounting principles, financial statement disclosure, or audit scope and procedures during the engagement from 2022 through dismissal. It also notes no reportable events, other than a previously disclosed material weakness in internal control over financial reporting.
What material weakness did Nakamoto Inc. reference in this 8-K?
Nakamoto Inc. references a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting described in Part II, Item 9A of its Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025. The Audit Committee discussed this weakness with Sadler, which may respond to Wolf’s inquiries about the matter.
How were Sadler’s audit opinions on Nakamoto Inc.’s 2024 and 2025 statements characterized?
Sadler’s reports on Nakamoto Inc.’s financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2025 contained no adverse opinions or disclaimers. They were also not qualified or modified regarding uncertainty, audit scope, or accounting principles, according to the company’s disclosure.
Did Nakamoto Inc. previously consult Wolf & Company before appointing it auditor?
The company states that during its two most recent fiscal years and through June 17, 2026, neither Nakamoto Inc. nor anyone on its behalf consulted Wolf on accounting principles, potential audit opinions, or any matters involving disagreements or reportable events.