• PodcastOne disclosed an unregistered issuance of 250,000 restricted stock units to independent director Jon Merriman in connection with his appointment as lead director on May 6, 2026.
• Grant was made under company 2022 Equity Incentive Plan as amended April 8, 2026; award remains subject to stockholder approval at 2026 annual meeting.
• RSUs vest in three equal annual installments starting on one-year anniversary of grant date; full acceleration applies upon a change of control.

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