NEW YORK, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced LQWD TECHNOLOGIES CORP. (TSX-V: LQWD; OTCQX: LQWDF), a Lightning Network focused company, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. LQWD TECHNOLOGIES CORP. upgraded to OTCQX from the OTCQB® Venture Market.

LQWD TECHNOLOGIES CORP. begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol “LQWDF.” U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.

The OTCQX Market is designed for established, investor-focused U.S. and international companies. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance, and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws. Graduating to the OTCQX Market marks an important milestone for companies, enabling them to demonstrate their qualifications and build visibility among U.S. investors.

Shone Anstey, Chief Executive Officer of LQWD Technologies, stated, "As a leading Bitcoin-backed company driving innovation in the Lightning Network space, LQWD is making significant strides in our growth and impact. Upgrading from OTCQB to OTCQX is a strategic move that will greatly enhance our visibility, attract a broader investor base, and provide expanded access to U.S. capital markets."

About LQWD TECHNOLOGIES CORP.
LQWD Technologies Corp. is a Lightning Network focused company developing payment infrastructure and solutions. The Company's mission is to develop institutional grade services that support the Lightning Network and drive improved functionality, transaction capability, user adoption and utility and scaling Bitcoin.

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