xG Technology Responds to Law Firm Claim

SARASOTA, Fla., June 26, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- xG® Technology, Inc. ("xG" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: XGTI, XGTIW), a leading provider of wireless video solutions to broadcast, law enforcement and defense markets, and private mobile broadband networks for critical communications, is aware of a press release issued by Purcell Julie & Lefkowitz, LLP claiming an alleged potential breach of fiduciary duty involving the Company's board of directors. The Company has received no communication of any kind from this firm regarding such a claim. Moreover, no such claim or allegation has been made by any shareholders or regulatory body. The Company strongly believes there is no basis or merit behind the claim and, to that end, has reported this matter to the relevant authorities for appropriate action against those responsible. 

"While xG Technology strongly believes that it is important to respond to legitimate shareholder inquiries, this claim is neither correct or legitimate," stated George Schmitt, Executive Chairman and CEO of xG Technology. "The Company and its board of directors are committed to transparency in its actions and in making decisions properly on behalf of all holders of its securities. At the same time, the Company takes seriously any false and misleading allegations made against it, such as this one. Because frivolous claims such as these only to serve to injure shareholders, particularly smaller shareholders, xG Technology intends to vigorously defend itself using all means necessary if there is any follow-on action."

About xG Technology, Inc.

xG Technology's brands provide wireless video solutions to broadcast, law enforcement and defense markets, and private mobile broadband networks for use in challenging environments. xG's brand portfolio includes Integrated Microwave Technologies (IMT), Vislink, and xMax.

IMT has pioneered advanced digital microwave systems and is a trusted supplier to broadcast, sports and entertainment, and MAG (Military, Aerospace & Government) markets. Their products are recognized for their high level of performance, reliability, build quality, extended operating ranges and compact form factors. More information about IMT can be found at www.imt-solutions.com. Vislink specializes in the wireless capture, delivery and management of secure, high-quality, live video, and serves broadcast & media and public safety & surveillance markets. More information about Vislink can be found at http://www.vislink.com/.

xMax is a secure, rapid-deploy mobile broadband system that delivers mission-assured wireless connectivity in demanding operating environments. It was designed to serve as an expeditionary and critical communications network for use in unpredictable scenarios and during fluid situations, making it ideal for disaster response, emergency communications, and defense applications. More information about xMax can be found at http://www.xgtechnology.com/system-overview/. In addition to the above business lines, xG has a dedicated Federal Sector Group (xG Federal) focused on providing next-generation spectrum sharing solutions to national defense, scientific research and other federal organizations. Additional information about xG Federal can be found at http://www.xgtechnology.com/technology/xg-federal/.

Based in Sarasota, Florida, xG Technology has over 100 patents and pending patent applications. xG is a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ Capital Market (symbol: XGTI) For more information, please visit www.xgtechnology.com.

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Statements contained herein that are not based upon current or historical fact are forward-looking in nature and constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such forward-looking statements reflect the Company's expectations about its future operating results, performance and opportunities that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. These statements include but are not limited to statements regarding the intended terms of the offering, closing of the offering and use of any proceeds from the offering. When used herein, the words "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "upcoming," "plan," "target", "intend" and "expect" and similar expressions, as they relate to xG Technology, Inc., its subsidiaries, or its management, are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to the Company and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause the Company's actual results, performance, prospects, and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, these forward-looking statements.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
xG Technology:
Daniel Carpini
941-953-9035
daniel.carpini@xgtechnology.com

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