OTCPicks.com Daily Market Movers Digest Midday Report for Tuesday, October 23rd
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OTCPicks.com Daily Market Movers Digest Midday Report for Tuesday, October 23rd BSDM, COPY, FRCN, XDSL, HIRU, SANP Our Stocks to Watch today include BSD Medical Corp. (Nasdaq: BSDM), CopyTele Inc. (OTCBB: COPY), Firemans Contractors Inc. (OTCBB: FRCN), mPhase Technologies Inc. (OTCBB: XDSL), Hiru Corp. (OTC: HIRU) and Santo Mining Corp. (OTCBB: SANP).
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BSD MEDICAL CORPORATION (NASDAQ: BSDM) “Up 23.06% in morning trading” Detailed Quote:
http://otcpicknews.com/emailmarketer/link.phpM940&N04&L7&F=T BSD Medical Corporation develops, manufactures, markets and services systems to treat cancer and benign diseases using heat therapy, which is delivered using focused radiofrequency (RF) and microwave energy. BSDs product lines include both hyperthermia and ablation treatment systems.
BSDs hyperthermia cancer treatment systems, which have been in use for several years in the United States, Europe and Asia, are used to treat certain tumors with heat (hyperthermia) while increasing the effectiveness of other therapies such as radiation therapy. BSDs microwave ablation system has been developed as a stand-alone therapy to employ precision-guided microwave energy to ablate (destroy) soft tissue. The Company has developed extensive intellectual property, multiple products in the market and established distribution in the United States, Europe and Asia. Certain of the Companys products have received regulatory approvals and clearances in the United States, Europe and China.
BSDM News:
October 23 – BSD Medical Reports Clinical Study Demonstrates Threefold Increase in Tumor Destruction from the Addition of Hyperthermia for Advanced Rectal Cancer Patients BSD Medical Corporation (Nasdaq: BSDM) (Company or BSD), a leading provider of medical systems utilizing heat therapy to treat cancer, announced today that published study results demonstrate improved rates of complete pathological tumor response (no evidence of viable tumor in primary tumor and lymph nodes) in advanced rectal cancer patients from the addition of hyperthermia, delivered using the BSD-2000 Hyperthermia System.
The researchers also reported that hyperthermia may provide enough reduction in tumor size (downstaging) to allow an increased rate of sphincter preservation surgery (which can allow patients to maintain normal rectal function) in a subgroup of patients with rectal tumors located lower in the gastrointestinal tract. Hyperthermia was added to standard preoperative radiochemotherapy (combined radiotherapy and chemotherapy) for 61 patients, and results were retrospectively compared to 45 patients with locally advanced rectal cancer who were treated with standard preoperative radiochemotherapy alone.
The rate of complete pathological tumor response (pCR) was significantly higher in the patients receiving at least four hyperthermia treatments (22.5%), as compared to a rate of only 6.7% for patients receiving radiochemotherapy alone, and a rate of 4.7% for patients treated with radiochemotherapy and only one to three hyperthermia treatments (p=0.043).
The researchers also noted that the pCR rate of 22.5% achieved from the addition of hyperthermia is higher than the pCR rate reported in most published presurgical radiochemotherapy studies, including studies utilizing multiple chemotherapy agents. Hyperthermia significantly increased the number of patients with tumors located within 8 cm of the anal verge who were able to have sphincter-sparing surgery: 57% in the hyperthermia group compared to only 35% in the group that did not receive hyperthermia (p=0.077). Sphincter-sparing surgery is expected to provide a dramatic improvement in quality of life for rectal cancer patients.
The study, Pathological Complete Response and Sphincter-Sparing Surgery after Neoadjuvant Radiochemotherapy with Regional Hyperthermia for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer Compared with Radiochemotherapy Alone, was published in The International Journal of Hyperthermia by C. Schroeder, et al., from the Department of Radiation Oncology of the University of Tbingen (Tbingen), in Germany. Tbingen is one of Europes oldest and most prestigious universities and an international leader in medical research.
ABOUT THE BSD-2000 HYPERTHERMIA SYSTEM The BSD-2000 developed and patented exclusively by BSD delivers localized therapeutic heating (hyperthermia) by applying radiofrequency (RF) energy. The BSD-2000 creates a central focusing of energy that can be electronically focused to target the shape, size and location of the tumor, thus providing dynamic control of the heating delivered to the tumor region. The BSD-2000 has Humanitarian Device Exemption (HDE) marketing approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in conjunction with radiation therapy for the treatment of cervical cancer patients who are ineligible for chemotherapy. The BSD-2000 also has CE (Conformit Europenne) Marking approval for the commercial sale in Europe. CE Marking approval is also recognized in many countries outside of the EU.
COPYTELE INCORPORATED (OTCBB: COPY) “Up 12.64% in morning trading” Detailed Quote:
http://otcpicknews.com/emailmarketer/link.phpM940&N04&L03&F=T CopyTele, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the development, production, and marketing of thin flat display technologies in the United States and internationally. Its thin flat display technologies include low-voltage phosphor color displays and low-power passive E-Paper displays for electronic books and other low power applications. The company also develops, produces, and markets multi-functional encryption products that provide information security for domestic and international users through various communications media. Its products include ProtecText, a software based short message service text message encryption solution for Android compatible products; and DCS-1400i, a voice encryption product for use on the 9555 and 9575 iridium satellite phones, as well as on USB cellular devices. The companys hardware encryption products, such as voice, fax, and data devices consist of a printed circuit board with electronic components and connectors enclosed in a plastic case. Its products are used by government agencies and military, as well as domestic and international non-governmental organizations in the United States, the Middle East, Europe, the Far East, South America, and Africa. The company was founded in 1982 and is based in Melville, New York. CopyTele, Inc. markets its encryption products directly and through distributors to commercial and government customers, and original equipment manufacturers, as well as in the security field. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Melville, New York.
COPY News:
October 10 – RedChip 15th Annual Fall Small-Cap Conference Starts October 11th Conference Will Feature Executive Presentations From 17 Elite Small-Cap Companies; Live Conference Webcast Starts at 8:30 a.m. Pacific Time RedChip Companies, Inc. (“RedChip”), an international, small-cap research and investor relations firm, today announced that it will host a live video webcast of the RedChip 15th Annual Fall Small-Cap Conference on Thursday, October 11, 2012, starting at 8:30 a.m. Pacific time (11:30 a.m. ET).
The RedChip 15th Annual Fall Small-Cap Conference will take place at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with the CEOs and CFOs of 17 presenting small-cap companies from a wide range of sectors, including oil & gas, healthcare, technology, mining and more. Presenting companies include:
* Asure Software, Inc. (ASUR) * Tasman Metals Ltd. (TAS) * Abakan Inc. (ABKI) * Liquidmetal Technologies Inc. (LQMT) * CopyTele Inc. (COPY) Thomas Landstreet, founder of Standard Research Corp., will deliver the keynote speech during the conference. Standard Research Corp. publishes “Connecting the Dots,” an economic/investment research service exclusively serving the institutional investment community. Mr. Landstreet also co-founded Tell-Tale Capital Corp., a Registered Investment Advisor, in 2009. From 2006 to 2010, he produced a popular weekly economic commentary for Laffer Associates, an economic research firm founded by famed economist Dr. Arthur Laffer. As a speaker and writer, Mr. Landstreet shares his wit and wisdom on politics, investments and economic policy at corporate and investment conferences around the country.
FIREMANS CONTRACTORS INCORPORATED (OTCBB: FRCN) “Up 11.11% in morning trading” Detailed Quote:
http://otcpicknews.com/emailmarketer/link.phpM940&N04&L27&F=T Firemans Contractors, Inc. is a full-service contractor providing professional services for commercial and government clients, offering Business to Business Franchise Opportunities. Its services include Road Improvements, Pavement Maintenance, Seal Coating, Parking Lot Striping, Pavement Marking, Asphalt Maintenance and Repair, and ADA Compliance.
Firemans Contractors has completed its FDD requirements with the Federal Trade Commission and has developed franchise territories across the U.S.
The company`s goal is to develop hundreds of new franchise locations in the next 24 to 48 months. Firemans Contractors brings a professional value system delivering outstanding results through honorable customer relationships and repeat business. Local firefighters are supported by a portion of profits which are donated to local Firefighter Associations.
FRCN News:
October 18 – Rebounding Consumer Spending And Small Business Lending Signal Growth For Firemans Contractors Franchises Pent-up demand for pavement maintenance and repair creating jobs and openings for new franchise business nationally.
A rebound in consumer spending is spurring businesses and retailers to focus on parking lot and pavement maintenance, creating opportunities for Firemans Contractors, Inc. (OTCBB: FRCN) franchise owners.
Renee Gilmore, CEO of the Fort Worth-based company, which provides road and pavement improvement, maintenance, and repair services to commercial and government clients in Texas and across the country, says “the renewed interest in maintenance and repair, coupled with record lending to small businesses, are ideal conditions for new Firemans Contractors franchisees, veterans especially.” “Our first Firemans Contractors franchise opened only a little over three months ago and within just two months of operation had already generated revenues in excess of 75% of the franchise cost,” Ms. Gilmore continued.
“This is extremely encouraging for new franchise owners, especially when considering the relatively low cost of starting up a Firemans Contractors franchise.” Firemans Contractors, a publicly-traded company founded by a Texas firefighter, Mr. Aaron Gilmore. “Benefits from a respected brand and a reputation for high-quality service and reliability results in repeat business, significantly from large property-management companies and Fortune 500 clients, those increased from 67% to 89% between fiscal 2011 and 2012. More than 20% of Firemans Contractors revenues in fiscal 2012 came from Fortune 500 companies, including major retailers and other businesses that are now looking to bring their properties back to code,” Mr. Gilmore says.
Franchise Business Rebounding and Growing with Increased Consumer Spending and Record Small Business Loans Average consumer spending in August reached its highest level for August since 2008, according to a report from Gallup in September, a very positive sign for Firemans Contractors clients and franchisees, says Ms. Gilmore.
And on Oct. 9 the US Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that during fiscal 2012 its loan programs had reached its second-highest total ever for loan dollars in a fiscal year, supporting $30.25 billion in loans to small businesses.
A report by HS Global Insight projected that after three consecutive years of decline, the number of franchise establishments in the US would increase by 1.9% in 2012, with sales growth of 5.0%.
“Consumer spending picked up in late in 2011, and we expect additional gains in 2012,” said the report, which noted that “franchises weather poor economies relatively well.” Franchise businesses account for 3% of US GDP, the report estimates.
MPHASE TECHNOLOGIES INCORPORATED (OTCBB: XDSL) “Up 6.25% in morning trading” Detailed Quote:
http://otcpicknews.com/emailmarketer/link.phpM940&N04&L&F=T mPhase Technologies is introducing a revolutionary Smart Surface technology enabled by breakthroughs in nanotechnology, MEMS processing and microfluidics. Our Smart Surface technology has potential applications within drug delivery systems, lab-on-a-chip analytic systems, self-cleaning systems, liquid and chemical sensor systems, and filtration systems. mPhase has pioneered its first Smart Surface enabled product, the mPhase Smart NanoBattery. In addition to the Smart Surface technology, mPhase recently introduced its first product, the mPower Emergency Illuminator, an award-winning product designed by Porsche Design Studio and sold via the mPower website at www.mpowertech.com.
XDSL News:
October 23 – mPhase to Release Video of New Product mPhase Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB: XDSL) said that on Thursday, October 25, 2012 at 9:00 am ET it will be releasing a multi-purpose video of the new product it has developed using advanced battery technology, targeted toward the automotive and marine industry.
The video will be used for marketing and product launch purposes. mPhase has retained the services of Stratus Consulting, Inc., a leading technology launch agency, to assist the Company in the initial marketing efforts of this product line.
HIRU CORPORATION (OTC: HIRU) “Up 50.00% in morning trading” Detailed Quote:
http://otcpicknews.com/emailmarketer/link.phpM940&N04&L51&F=T Here Enterprises is a developer of wind power, our nation`s fastest growing renewable energy resource. The Company is engaged in planning, developing, acquiring and operating wind farms in the United States to generate clean, profitable wind energy. Here Enterprises is developing wind energy projects which co-locate wind farms with commercial businesses in order to maximize cashflow for each project.
HRTE News:
No recent news for Hiru Corporation (OTC: HIRU).
SANTO MINING CORPORATION (OTCBB: SANP) “Up 8.82% in morning trading” Detailed Quote: www.otcpicks.com/quotes/SANP.php Santo Mining Corporation engages in the acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties in the Dominican Republic. It owns a 100% interest in the Alexia gold exploration claim covering an area of approximately 27.75 square kilometers located near Dajabn in the northwest Dominican Republic. The company was formerly known as Santo Pita Corporation and changed its name to Santo Mining Corporation in March 2012.
Santo Mining Corporation was founded in 2009 and is based in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic.
SANP News:
October 22 – Santo Mining Negotiating Pipeline of Eight Additional Gold Claims in Dominican Republic Santo Mining Corp. (OTCBB: SANP) (the “Company”) announces that it iscurrently negotiating an LOI with Gexplo for additional precious and base metal claims (gold, silver, copper, zinc, etc.) in the Dominican Republic.
Recently Santo Mining acquired 100% of the Walter, Alexia, Maria, Francesca, and Henry from Gexplo and now the Company is seeking to increase shareholder value through the acquisition of additional mining claims.
Gexplo owns what is likely the largest portfolio of metallic claims in the Dominican Republic. These promising claims all lie in the heart of the famed Hispaniola Gold Copper Belt that is host to world class mining operations such as Barrick Gold, Perilya Gold, Xstrata Falconado Nickel, and ongoing exploration by Goldquest, Unigold, Newmont, Everton, and many others.
The Company believes that one of the claims that it is negotiating has tremendous potential as it is located just 200 meters southeast of Barrick Gold`s World Class Pueblo Viejo mine, which is reporting 25.3 million ounces of proven and probable gold reserves.
The Company is looking to acquire additional five claims which lie in the mineral rich Tireo volcanic formation deep in the southwestern interior.
These surround Goldquest`s properties including this summer`s impressive Romero gold strike north of San Juan. Two of Gexplo claims are within 2-3 kilometers of the Romero strike zone where Goldquest reports the following drill intercepts: 231 meters @2.5 g/t gold; 258 meters @ 4.5 g/t gold; and 235 Meters @ 4.7 g/t gold.
In addition, the Company is assessing two promising San Cristobal claims which overlay former gold and or copper mines discovered from researching national mining office charts dating back 50 years or more.
To better understand these opportunities the Santo Mining geological consultants are planning to expand their exploration activities to include due diligence on these target properties which would include: Rock ,soil and sediment sampling and possibly a geophysical survey in order to better identify and thus prioritize potential near-term gold production opportunities.
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