OTC Markets Group Welcomes Newly Verified OTCQB Companies – Jan. 23

OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of Open, Transparent and Connected financial marketplaces, today announced the following companies are verified for trading on OTCQB®, the venture marketplace for entrepreneurial and development stage companies, effective January 23, 2015: 

Franklin Wireless Corp. (OTCQB: FKWL) – Franklin Wireless is engaged in the design, manufacture and sale of high speed wireless data products including third generation ("3G") and fourth generation ("4G") modems, routers and modules.  Its current products are focused on widely deployed cellular technologies, including CDMA EVDO Rev A, HSPA, WiMAX and LTE. Franklin Wireless was the world's first supplier of both CDMA EVDO Rev A and dual-mode (CDMA EVDO Rev A/WiMAX) Universal Serial Bus (USB) modems.  The company’s industry leading USB modems (which are plugged into a computer's USB port) provide consumers with an easy and convenient way in which to wirelessly connect to the Internet from laptop or desktop computers. These high-speed devices support the viewing of web pages, sending and receiving email with large file attachments, as well as downloading pictures, videos and music content.  Franklin's other products include Wi-Fi "hotspot" routers (which operate over WiMax or CDMA networks) and wireless modules that are generally sold to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).  The company's primary customers are wireless carriers who seek innovative, reliable and cost effective technology solutions for their subscribers.  Its customer base extends from the United States to South America and the Caribbean. 

Franklin Wireless is headquartered in San Diego, California and has a majority ownership position in Franklin Technology Inc. (FTI), a research and development facility located in Seoul, South Korea.  Franklin Technology Inc. (FTI) provides design, development and manufacturing services to Franklin for its wireless data products.   

HPIL Holding (OTCQB: HPIL) – HPIL Holding is a worldwide diversified holding company.  HPIL Holding is focused on investing in both private and public companies in differing business sectors.  HPIL Holding does not restrict its potential candidate target companies to any specific business, industry or geographical location and, thus, acquires various types of business.  Also, HPIL Holding evaluates the acquisition of intellectual properties and technologies with a particular interest in the healthcare and environmental quality sectors. 

Intrusion, Inc. (OTCQB: INTZ) – Intrusion has a long track record of delivering proven, robust, security, network monitoring and analysis solutions to high profile customers including Fortune 500 financial services companies as well as the U.S. government. 

Kyto Biopharma, Inc. (OTCQB: KBPH) – Kyto Biopharma was formed as a biopharmaceutical company which focused on developing monoclonal antibody targeting therapeutics for the treatment of various forms of cancer.  The company currently has no activity. 

Latitude 360, Inc. (OTCQB: LATX) – Latitude 360 is an award-winning pioneer of combining premier upscale casual dining with state-of-the-art entertainment in its unique venues.  The company develops, constructs and operates cutting-edge Latitude 360s (from 35,000-85,000 sq. ft.) that appeal to a broad base of consumers and corporate clients.  Its three current award-winning locations are based in Jacksonville, FL, Pittsburgh, PA, and Indianapolis, IN, with a fourth slated for Q1 2015 in Albany, NY at The Crossgates Mall and a fifth in Plymouth County, MA at Kingston Collection.  The company has identified and expects to open a number of additional new locations in coming years, including in The Shops at West End in Minneapolis during 2015.  Latitude 360 proudly employs 500 talented individuals and its unique “360 EXPERIENCE” fuses the magic of exceptional food and beverage with multiple entertainment options in upscale, contemporary-designed venues.  At Latitude 360, visitors can enjoy the entertainment as their appetizer or dessert! 

Liberty Broadband Corporation (OTCQB: LBRDB) – Liberty Broadband Corporation is comprised of, among other things, its interest in Charter Communications, its subsidiary TruePosition and a minority equity investment in Time Warner Cable. 

Mikros Systems Corp. (OTCQB:  MKRS) – Mikros Systems Corporation was incorporated in the State of Delaware in June 1978.  It is an advanced technology company specializing in the research and development of electronic systems technology primarily for military applications. Classified by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) as a small business, Mikros’ capabilities include technology management, electronic systems engineering and integration, radar systems engineering, combat/command, control, communications, computers and intelligence (C4I) systems engineering, and communications engineering. 

RenovaCare, Inc. (OTCQB: RCAR) – RenovaCare is a biotechnology company focused on developing first-of-their-kind autologous (self-donated) stem cell therapies for the regeneration of human organs.  Its initial products under development target the body’s largest organ, the skin.  Its flagship technology, the CellMist System, uses the company’s patented SkinGun to spray a liquid suspension of a patient’s stem cells “the CellMist Solution” onto wounds.  In investigative clinical use in the United States, SkinGun treatments have shown the potential to naturally and rapidly heal burns and other serious wounds.  The company is developing its CellMist System as a promising new alternative for patients suffering from burns, chronic and acute wounds, and scars.  In the U.S. alone, this $45 billion market is greater than spending on high-blood pressure management, cholesterol treatments, and back pain therapeutics. 

U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for these companies on www.otcmarkets.com. 

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