MGT Capital Reschedules Proxy for the Upcoming Meeting of Shareholders to the Week of July 4th

HARRISON, N.Y., June 30, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --  MGT Capital Investments, Inc. (NYSE MKT: MGT) today announced that it has extended the anticipated filing date of the proxy for the upcoming meeting of shareholders to next week. The filing of the proxy was rescheduled due to minor and unforeseen delays.

The Proxy Statement will provide information to stockholders for the proposed issuance of shares to consummate the announced acquisitions of D-Vasive and Demonsaw. Stockholders will also vote on the election of John McAfee as Executive Chairman of the Board and CEO, along with other proposals. Subject to SEC review, and mandatory notice requirements, MGT's shareholder meeting is still expected to occur in August 2016.

John McAfee, proposed Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of MGT Capital, stated: "Notwithstanding the malicious and self-serving comments on various social media, I can categorically assure shareholders that this delay is nothing more than normal procedural slowness when working with accounting and legal professionals. SEC regulatory requirements are strict, and we remain committed to the highest standards of excellence."

About MGT Capital Investments, Inc. MGT Capital Investments, Inc. (NYSE MKT: MGT) is in the process of acquiring a diverse portfolio of cyber security technologies. With cyber security industry pioneer, John McAfee, at its helm, MGT Capital is positioned to address various cyber threats through advanced protection technologies for mobile and personal tech devices, including tablets and smart phones.  The Company is currently in the process of acquiring D-Vasive, a provider of leading edge anti-spy software, and Demonsaw, a provider of a secure and anonymous file sharing software platform. 

MGT Capital intends to change its corporate name to "John McAfee Global Technologies, Inc." upon closing of the D-Vasive transaction.

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Investor ContactGarth RussellManaging DirectorKCSA Strategic Communications[email protected] 212.896.1250

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