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Leadership shake-up at Visium (VISM) with ConnexUS AI LOI and AI pivot

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Visium Technologies, Inc. announced a major leadership change and a strategic AI transaction plan. Effective April 27, 2026, Paul Taylor became Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, while Cheddi Rai was appointed Chief Technology Officer and Chief Operating Officer. Mark Lucky will continue as Chief Financial Officer and is also identified as Chief Executive Officer in the signature block.

The company disclosed a non-binding Letter of Intent dated March 29, 2026 to acquire 100% of the equity of ConnexUS AI and obtain licensed access to the RAGböx.co platform from the owners of WXYZ Hosting LLC and AdRetreaver LLC. The planned deal uses a dual ring-fence structure intended to produce a GAAP-compliant balance sheet, isolate legacy obligations, and support scalable AI solutions for regulated industries.

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Visium is reshaping leadership and pursuing an AI-focused acquisition via a non-binding LOI.

Visium Technologies has aligned its leadership around an AI-focused strategy by elevating Paul Taylor to Chairman and CEO and adding Cheddi Rai as CTO and COO. Keeping Mark Lucky in a senior finance role maintains continuity while the company repositions its business model.

The non-binding Letter of Intent to acquire ConnexUS AI and license the RAGböx.co platform signals a shift toward regulated-industry AI solutions. The dual ring-fence structure is described as aiming for a GAAP-compliant balance sheet and isolating legacy obligations, but final terms and closing are not yet committed.

The overall impact will depend on execution of the LOI and how effectively the new leadership integrates ConnexUS AI and the RAGböx.co technology into Visium’s operations. Subsequent company disclosures would need to detail definitive agreements, financial terms, and balance sheet effects.

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance
Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.
Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Effective date of leadership changes April 27, 2026 Date Paul Taylor and Cheddi Rai assumed new roles
LOI date March 29, 2026 Date of non-binding Letter of Intent for ConnexUS AI
Equity interest targeted 100% of ConnexUS AI equity Stated acquisition objective in the LOI
non-binding Letter of Intent financial
"announcing the execution of a non-binding Letter of Intent dated March 29, 2026"
A non-binding letter of intent is a preliminary document that outlines the main terms and expectations of a proposed transaction—such as a merger, acquisition, investment or partnership—without creating a legally enforceable obligation to complete the deal. Think of it as a written handshake or shopping list: it signals serious interest and sets the framework for negotiations and due diligence, which can move markets, but it does not guarantee the transaction will happen until a final, binding agreement is signed.
GAAP-compliant balance sheet financial
"designed to achieve a surgically clean, GAAP-compliant balance sheet while isolating legacy obligations"
dual ring-fence structure financial
"The transaction implements a dual ring-fence structure designed to achieve a surgically clean, GAAP-compliant balance sheet"
regulated-industry AI solutions technical
"positioning the Company for scalable growth in regulated-industry AI solutions"
licensed access financial
"to acquire 100% of the equity of ConnexUS AI (DE) and secure licensed access to the RAGböx.co platform"

 

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 and Exchange Act of 1934

 

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2026

 

VISIUM TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Florida

 

000-25753

 

87-0449667

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

 

(Commission

File Number)

 

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

 

4094 Majestic Lane, Suite 360

Fairfax, Virginia 22033

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

 

(703) 273-0383

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

 

Check the appropriate box below if the 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligations of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

 

 

Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

 

 

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

 

 

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)).

 

 Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 Title of each class

 

Trading Symbol(s)

 

Name of each exchange on which registered

N/A

 

N/A

 

N/A

 

 Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 CFR §230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR §240.12b-2).

 

 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. ☐

 

 

 

  

Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

 

Effective April 27, 2026, Mr. Paul Taylor has assumed the positions of Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Visium Technologies, Inc. (the “Company”). Concurrently, Mr. Cheddi Rai has been appointed Chief Technology Officer and Chief Operating Officer of the Company. Mr. Mark Lucky will continue to serve as Chief Financial Officer. These appointments form part of the Company’s strategic realignment to accelerate execution of its AI-focused business plan following the transactions described in Item 8.01 below.

 

Item 8.01. Other Events.

 

On April 27, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing the execution of a non-binding Letter of Intent dated March 29, 2026 (the “LOI”) with the owners/holders of WXYZ Hosting LLC (FL) and AdRetreaver LLC (FL) to acquire 100% of the equity of ConnexUS AI (DE) and secure licensed access to the RAGböx.co platform. The transaction implements a dual ring-fence structure designed to achieve a surgically clean, GAAP-compliant balance sheet while isolating legacy obligations and positioning the Company for scalable growth in regulated-industry AI solutions. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and is incorporated by reference herein.

 

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 

(d) Exhibits

 

The following exhibit is filed herewith:

 

3.1

 

Press Release dated April 27, 2026, announcing execution of the Letter of Intent.

 

 

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SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

 

VISIUM TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

 

 

 

 

Date: April 27, 2026

By:

/s/ Mark Lucky

 

 

 

Mark Lucky

 

 

 

Chief Executive Officer

 

 

 

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FAQ

What leadership changes did Visium Technologies (VISM) announce in this 8-K?

Visium Technologies appointed Paul Taylor as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer and named Cheddi Rai as Chief Technology Officer and Chief Operating Officer, both effective April 27, 2026. Mark Lucky will continue in a senior finance role as Chief Financial Officer according to the disclosure.

What is the focus of Visium Technologies’ new AI business plan mentioned for VISM?

Visium Technologies is realigning its strategy around an AI-focused business plan targeting regulated-industry AI solutions. The company links this shift to the proposed acquisition of ConnexUS AI and licensed access to the RAGböx.co platform under a recently announced Letter of Intent.

What does the non-binding Letter of Intent involving ConnexUS AI mean for Visium Technologies (VISM)?

The non-binding Letter of Intent outlines Visium Technologies’ plan to acquire 100% of ConnexUS AI’s equity and secure licensed access to the RAGböx.co platform. Because the LOI is non-binding, it expresses intent but does not guarantee a completed transaction or final terms.

Who are the counterparties to Visium Technologies’ LOI for ConnexUS AI?

The Letter of Intent is with the owners or holders of WXYZ Hosting LLC and AdRetreaver LLC. Through them, Visium Technologies aims to acquire 100% of ConnexUS AI’s equity and obtain licensed use of the RAGböx.co AI platform, subject to definitive agreements.

What is the dual ring-fence structure described by Visium Technologies (VISM)?

Visium describes the transaction as using a dual ring-fence structure intended to achieve a surgically clean, GAAP-compliant balance sheet. This structure is also meant to isolate legacy obligations and position the company for scalable growth in AI solutions for regulated industries.

How does this 8-K suggest Visium Technologies (VISM) will handle its legacy obligations?

The company states that the dual ring-fence structure associated with the ConnexUS AI transaction is designed to isolate legacy obligations. By separating these from new AI operations, Visium aims to maintain a GAAP-compliant balance sheet while pursuing scalable growth opportunities.

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