Airship AI to Present at the 35th Annual Roth Conference

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Airship AI Holdings will present at the 35th Annual Roth Conference from March 12-14, 2023 in Dana Point, CA. This event highlights the company's AI-driven surveillance technology aimed at enhancing public safety. A significant update involves a non-binding letter of intent for a business combination with BYTE Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: BYTS), announced on March 10, 2023. The completion of this merger is contingent upon due diligence, negotiations, and approvals from both companies' boards and shareholders. No guarantees exist regarding the agreement's finalization or terms.

REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Airship AI Holdings, Inc. (“Airship AI”) today announced that it will be presenting at the 35th Annual Roth Conference.

Event				35th Annual Roth Conference
Date				March 12-14, 2023
Location				Dana Point, CA

As previously disclosed, on March 10, 2023, Airship AI and BYTE Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: BYTS) (“BYTE”) entered into a non-binding letter of intent for a business combination. Completion of a business combination is subject to, among other matters, the completion of due diligence, the negotiation of a definitive agreement providing for the transaction, satisfaction of the conditions negotiated therein and approval of the transaction by the board of directors and the shareholders of both BYTE and Airship AI. There can be no assurance that a definitive agreement will be entered into or that the proposed business combination will be consummated on the terms or timeframe currently contemplated, or at all.

For more information about the 35th Annual Roth Conference and to submit a registration request, visit https://ibn.fm/Roth2023Registration.

About Airship AI Holdings, Inc.

Founded in 2006, Airship AI is a 100% U.S.-based technology company headquartered in Redmond, Washington. Airship AI is an AI-driven surveillance video, sensor and data management platform that improves public safety and operational efficiency for public sector and commercial customers by providing predictive analysis of events before they occur and meaningful intelligence to decision makers. Airship AI’s product suite includes its Outpost edge device, Acropolis operating system and Command Nexus viewing client among others.

For more information, visit https://airship.ai.

About BYTE Acquisition Corp.

BYTE is a technology-focused blank check company whose business purpose is to effect a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization, or similar business combination with one or more businesses or entities.

No Offer or Solicitation

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, or a recommendation to purchase, any securities in any jurisdiction, or the solicitation of any vote, consent or approval in any jurisdiction in connection with respect to the extension of the time that BYTE has to consummate an initial business combination and/or in respect of the proposed business combination, nor shall there be any sale, issuance or transfer of any securities in any jurisdiction where, or to any person to whom, such offer, solicitation or sale may be unlawful under the laws of such jurisdiction. This press release does not constitute either advice or a recommendation regarding any securities. No offering of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or an exemption therefrom.

Participants in the Solicitation

BYTE and its directors and executive officers may be considered participants in the solicitation of proxies with respect to the extension of the time that BYTE has to consummate an initial business combination and/or with respect to the proposed business combination described herein under the rules of the SEC. Information about the directors and executive officers of BYTE and a description of their interests in BYTE and the proposed business combination are set forth in BYTE’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, which was filed with the SEC on April 6, 2022, and which can be obtained free of charge from the sources indicated below.

Additional Information and Where to Find It

If a legally binding definitive agreement with respect to the proposed business combination is executed, BYTE intends to file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “SEC”) a registration statement on Form S-4, which will include a preliminary proxy statement/prospectus (a “Proxy Statement/Prospectus”). A definitive Proxy Statement/Prospectus will be mailed to BYTE’s shareholders as of a record date to be established for voting on the proposed business combination. Shareholders will also be able to obtain copies of the Proxy Statement/Prospectus, without charge, at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov or by directing a request to: BYTE Acquisition Corp., 445 Park Avenue, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10022.

This communication may be deemed to be offering or solicitation material in respect of the proposed business combination, which will be submitted to the shareholders of BYTE for their consideration. BYTE urges investors, shareholders and other interested persons to carefully read, when available, the preliminary and definitive Proxy Statement/Prospectus as well as other documents filed with the SEC (including any amendments or supplements to the Proxy Statement/Prospectus, as applicable), in each case, before making any investment or voting decision with respect to the proposed business combination, because these documents will contain important information about BYTE, Airship AI, and the proposed business combination.

Forward-Looking Statements

The disclosure herein includes certain statements that are not historical facts but are forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as “believe,” “may,” “will,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “expect,” “should,” “would,” “plan,” “project,” “forecast,” “predict,” “potential,” “seem,” “seek,” “future,” “outlook,” and similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, (1) statements regarding estimates and forecasts of other financial, performance and operational metrics and projections of market opportunity; (2) references with respect to the anticipated benefits of the proposed business combination and the projected future financial performance of Airship AI following the proposed business combination; (3) changes in the market for Airship AI’s services and technology, and expansion plans and opportunities; (4) Airship AI’s unit economics; (5) the sources and uses of cash of the proposed business combination; (6) the anticipated capitalization and enterprise value of the combined company following the consummation of the proposed business combination; (7) the projected technological developments of Airship AI; (8) current and future potential commercial and customer relationships; (9) the ability to operate efficiently at scale; (10) anticipated investments in capital resources and research and development, and the effect of these investments; (11) the amount of redemption requests made by BYTE’s public shareholders; (12) the ability of the combined company to issue equity or equity-linked securities in the future; and (13) expectations related to the terms and timing of the proposed business combination . These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this press release, and on the current expectations of BYTE’s and Airship AI’s management and are not predictions of actual performance. These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as, and must not be relied on by any investor as, a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction or a definitive statement of fact or probability. Actual events and circumstances are difficult or impossible to predict and will differ from assumptions. Many actual events and circumstances are beyond the control of Airship AI. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, as set forth in the section entitled “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” in BYTE’s IPO prospectus, filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on March 19, 2021, and in those documents that BYTE has filed, or will file, with the SEC. If any of these risks materialize or our assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements. The risks and uncertainties above are not exhaustive, and there may be additional risks that neither BYTE nor Airship AI presently know or that BYTE and Airship AI currently believe are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. In addition, forward-looking statements reflect BYTE’s and Airship AI’s expectations, plans or forecasts of future events and views as of the date of this Presentation. BYTE and Airship AI anticipate that subsequent events and developments will cause BYTE’s and Airship AI’s assessments to change. However, while BYTE and Airship AI may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, BYTE and Airship AI specifically disclaim any obligation to do so. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing BYTE’s and Airship AI’s assessments as of any date subsequent to the date of this press release. Accordingly, undue reliance should not be placed upon the forward-looking statements.

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Sam Gloor

CEO & CFO

BYTE Acquisition Corp.

sam.gloor@bytespac.com

+1 (917) 969-9250

Paul Allen

President

Airship AI Holdings, Inc.

paul@airship.ai

+1 (704) 798-7973

Source: Airship AI Holdings, Inc.

FAQ

What is the date and location of the 35th Annual Roth Conference?

The 35th Annual Roth Conference will take place from March 12-14, 2023, in Dana Point, CA.

What is the purpose of the letter of intent between Airship AI and BYTE Acquisition Corp.?

The letter of intent signifies a proposed business combination between Airship AI and BYTE Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: BYTS), contingent upon due diligence and approvals.

What is Airship AI's core business focus?

Airship AI specializes in AI-driven surveillance video and data management solutions, enhancing public safety and operational efficiency.

Is there a chance that the merger between Airship AI and BYTE Acquisition Corp. will not happen?

Yes, the completion of the merger is uncertain and depends on various factors, including due diligence and board approvals.

Where can I learn more about the Roth Conference and register?

More information about the Roth Conference and registration can be found at https://ibn.fm/Roth2023Registration.