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Corporate

Data I/O Completes Transformational Acquisition of V-TEK, Anticipated to Double Revenue

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) today announced that it has completed its previously announced transformational acquisition of V-TEK, Inc. and A&J Programming, Inc. (collectively, "V-TEK"), leading manufacturers of semiconductor handling automation for test and packaging solutions based in Mankato, MN. The accretive acquisition adds multiple new markets — including data center, AI, photonics, industrial automation, medical, military, aerospace and defense — and significantly accelerates the Company's Programming-as-a-Service offering. Total consideration was approximately $23 million, paid in a combination of $20 million in cash and $3 million in Data I/O common stock. Following the acquisition, V-TEK will operate as a subsidiary of Data I/O.

Corporate

Data I/O Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire V-TEK and A&J Programming

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire V-TEK, Inc., a leading manufacturer of semiconductor handling and packaging solutions based in Mankato, MN, and A&J Programming, Inc., a device programming service provider in San Jose, CA. Total purchase price is approximately $23 million, paid in a combination of cash and Company common stock. The share consideration is equal to approximately $3 million in Data I/O common stock, or approximately 1.12 million shares of Company common stock. The acquisition is expected to close this week and is subject to customary closing conditions. The Company intends to use its common stock, cash on hand and the proceeds of the recently announced proposed $13.25 million securities offering toward the satisfaction of the acquisition purchase price.

Corporate

Data I/O Announces Proposed $13.25 Million Securities Offering

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) today announced it has entered into a securities purchase agreement for a private placement of approximately $13.25 million in securities, including convertible subordinated debentures and common shares. The debentures carry a five-year term at 5% interest for the first year, increasing 1% each year thereafter, and convert at $2.68 per share of common stock. The lead investor from the Company's June 2026 private placement has committed an additional $4.0 million. The offering is expected to close in the next few days, subject to customary closing conditions.

Earnings

Data I/O Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. Revenue of $5.2 million topped guidance with a 59% sequential jump from the first quarter, gross margin improved to 57.0%, and cash grew to $10.8 million following a $9 million direct investment. The Company's transformational acquisition remains on track, with exclusivity extended to the end of August.

Earnings

Data I/O Reports Preliminary Financial Results for Second Quarter 2026

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) today announced preliminary financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, including net sales of $5.2 million, up 59% sequentially from $3.3 million in the first quarter, and gross margin of 57.1%. The Company's full second quarter financial results and conference call, previously scheduled for July 30, 2026, have been rescheduled to August 12, 2026, pending completion of an independent accounting and valuation analysis related to the $9 million direct investment announced in May 2026.

Corporate

Data I/O to Announce Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results on July 30, 2026

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ:DAIO), the leading global provider of data programming and security provisioning solutions for microcontrollers, security ICs and memory devices, today announced that it has scheduled a conference call to discuss financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Corporate

Data I/O Announces Closing of $9 Million Investment

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) today announced the closing of its previously announced definitive securities purchase agreement with two institutional investors for aggregate gross proceeds of $9 million, before placement agent fees and offering expenses. The Company issued 869,840 shares of common stock, convertible debentures in the aggregate principal amount of approximately $6.8 million, and warrants to purchase up to 1,080,000 shares of common stock. Proceeds will be used for additional working capital, general corporate purposes and future potential strategic acquisitions to accelerate the growth and technological innovation of The New Data I/O.

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Data I/O to Present at the Planet MicroCap Investor Conference Powered by MicroCapClub

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) today announced that it will be presenting at the Planet MicroCap Las Vegas 2026 Investor Conference Powered by MicroCapClub on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM PST at the Bellagio Resort & Hotel. CEO William Wentworth will discuss the transformational acquisition, the $9 million direct investment, and the 2026 business framework including second quarter revenue guidance of $5.0–5.4 million.

Earnings

Data I/O Reports First Quarter 2026 Results

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. Net sales were $3.3 million. The quarter featured a transformational acquisition announcement, a $9 million direct investment, and the launch of The NEW Data I/O including Programming-as-a-Service. Second quarter 2026 revenue guidance of $5.0–5.4 million, implying approximately 20% sequential growth from the first quarter.

Corporate

Data I/O Announces Transformational Acquisition

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) today announced the execution of a letter of intent (LOI) to acquire a leading manufacturer of semiconductor handling and packaging solutions. Upon closing of the transaction, the acquisition is expected to nearly double the annual revenues of Data I/O as well as be accretive to earnings and cash flow.

Corporate

Data I/O Announces Significant Direct Investment to Support The NEW Data I/O

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) today announced that it has entered into a definitive securities purchase agreement with two institutional investors for aggregate gross proceeds of $9 million, before placement agent fees and offering expenses. The financing includes the issuance of common stock and warrants, and a convertible debenture.

Corporate

Data I/O Announces New Vision, New Products and Services, New Look -- The NEW Data I/O

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) today announced the launch of its completely redesigned website at www.dataio.com, introducing a suite of digital tools and services including a long-awaited on-site Programming-as-a-Service (PaaS) offering, AI-powered chatbot, expanded device search, and a preview of next-generation systems delivering 2,200+ devices per hour.

Product

Data I/O's LumenX2 Platform Earns 2026 NPI Award

Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) announced that its LumenX2 industrial programming platform has been recognized with a 2026 NPI Award for innovation in semiconductor programming technology.

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