Former BlackRock and ConsenSys executive adds deep expertise in finance, digital assets, and technology

Soluna Holdings, Inc. ("Soluna" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:SLNH), a developer of green data centers for intensive computing applications, today announced the appointment of Agnes Budzyn to its Board of Directors.

Agnes brings more than a decade of experience across finance, digital assets, and technology strategy, with a proven track record of bridging traditional finance and emerging innovation. She currently serves as CEO and Managing Partner of Bluedge Ventures, an investment firm focused on digital infrastructure and dual-use technologies, and has previously held leadership roles at BlackRock and ConsenSys, where she helped shape the growth of the Ethereum ecosystem.

"Agnes is a dynamic leader who deeply understands both the financial and technological forces shaping the future of energy and computing," said John Belizaire, CEO of Soluna. "Her experience across digital assets, infrastructure, and capital formation will be invaluable as we continue scaling our Renewable Computing platform."

Throughout her career, Agnes has collaborated with major global institutions, including the European Central Bank, Swiss National Bank, and the U.S. Federal Reserve, during her tenure at BlackRock, where she managed over $40 billion in portfolio restructuring. She has also advised organizations on IPO readiness, business transformation, and strategic funding, and currently serves on the Board of Yale Club Audit Committee and the London Stock Exchange/FTSE Russell Digital Assets Advisory Committee.

A recognized thought leader in fintech and decentralization, Agnes has spoken at leading institutions such as Harvard, Oxford, Cornell, and the World Economic Forum in Davos, where she was named to the Forum of Young Global Leaders.

"I'm honored to join Soluna's Board at such a pivotal time," said Agnes Budzyn. "Soluna's vision to make renewable energy a global superpower through sustainable computing aligns closely with my passion for innovation that advances technology, sustainability, and economic resilience. I look forward to contributing to the Company's continued growth and impact."

This appointment reflects Soluna's ongoing efforts to enhance its governance and deepen expertise across finance, capital markets, and digital infrastructure.

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About Soluna Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:SLNH)

Soluna is on a mission to make renewable energy a global superpower, using computing as a catalyst. The Company designs, develops, and operates digital infrastructure that transforms surplus renewable energy into global computing resources. Soluna's pioneering data centers are strategically co-located with wind, solar, or hydroelectric power plants to support high-performance computing applications, including Bitcoin Mining, Generative AI, and other compute-intensive applications. Soluna's proprietary software MaestroOS(™) helps energize a greener grid while delivering cost-effective and sustainable computing solutions and superior returns. To learn more, visit solunacomputing.com and follow us on:

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Soluna Appoints Agnes Budzyn to Board of Directors