DatChat Initiates Web 3.0 Platform Development for Protection of NFTs and Encrypted Messaging

DatChat, Inc. ("DatChat" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: DATS), a communications and social media company that gives users the ability to communicate, share, and post with privacy and screenshot protection, today announced it has initiated the development of a new platform that will leverage DatChat technology to share and protect NFTs, documents, audio and video files and messages.

The platform development, which will also use DatChat technology as the foundation for a decentralized advertising network for Web 3.0 and Metaverse applications, will be led by Mark Mathis, Chief Blockchain Architect. Mr. Mathis will focus on leading the Company’s Web 3.0 and Metaverse initiatives and growing the Web 3.0 development team. Additionally, DatChat expanded its development capabilities with the hiring of three Senior Developers encompassing iOS, Android, Blockchain, Messaging & Metaverse development experience.

“The construction and implementation of this innovative platform is a critical step in DatChat’s strategic growth plan,” said CEO Darin Myman. “By utilizing our proprietary technology, our platform will allow users to safeguard their data and digital assets in a completely decentralized environment.”

The DatChat Social Network+ app is available as a free download for iOS and Android.

About DatChat, Inc.

DatChat Inc. is a blockchain, cybersecurity, and social media Company that not only focuses on protecting privacy on personal devices, but also protects user information after it is shared with others. The DatChat Messenger & Private Social Network presents technology that allows users to change how long their messages can be viewed before or after users send them, prevents screenshots, and hides encrypted photos in plain sight on camera rolls. DatChat's patented technology offers users a traditional texting experience while providing control and security for their messages. With DatChat Messenger, a user can decide how long their messages last on a recipient's device, while feeling secure that, at any time, they can delete individual messages or entire message threads, making it like the conversation never happened.

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