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Core Scientific, Inc./tx (CORZ) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on May 26, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers), Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure). Steve M. Smith appointed director and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee member, effective May 26, 2026.
Core Scientific, Inc./tx 8-K event analysis
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- Steve M. Smith appointed director and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee member, effective May 26, 2026
- Former Equinix CEO adds senior data-center industry expertise to Core Scientific’s board
- Current Zayo CEO and NextDC director brings connectivity and infrastructure perspective
- Board determined Smith independent under Sarbanes-Oxley and Nasdaq requirements
- Cash and equity compensation aligned with other non-employee directors
Item 7.01 · Regulation FD Disclosure
- Steve M. Smith appointed to Core Scientific’s Board of Directors
- Smith also joins the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee
- Board and governance composition changes may affect oversight and strategic direction
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