January 2018 - Page 3 of 10

ThursdayJan 25, 2018 3:53 pm

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Technology Offers Potentially Safer Method of Delivering Drug Therapies

Only company in the world with patent for the oral or ingestible delivery of all non-psychoactive cannabinoids Uplisted to OTCQX® Best Market Licensing model generates profit margins in excess of 90 percent A new report by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine is the most comprehensive analysis of existing research on e-cigarettes, according to the New York Times (http://nnw.fm/Ga5hZ). While warning against the risk of nicotine addiction posed by vaping, the report claimed “that the devices are safer than traditional smoking products and may help smokers quit, citing conclusive proof that switching can reduce smokers’ exposure to deadly…

ThursdayJan 25, 2018 3:19 pm

Caveat Emptor: Blockchain and Crypto Companies under SEC Scrutiny

The mania surrounding bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies has now overflowed onto the underlying technology. The real value of cryptocurrencies is hotly in dispute, but there is consensus that the underlying blockchain technology has applications that extend far beyond its connections to cryptocurrency. IBM's Martin Schroeter recently told CNBC (http://nnw.fm/Lqvk1), “Blockchain, the digital record-keeping method that exploded in popularity in conjunction with the cryptocurrency craze, will change the way the world makes transactions.” Unfortunately, the unscrupulous will always make every conceivable attempt to capitalize on a current craze and redouble efforts during transformative events. Spring-boarding off the cryptocurrency craze, little-known companies…

ThursdayJan 25, 2018 2:31 pm

SinglePoint, Inc. (SING) Remains Bullish Regarding Use of Bitcoin, Blockchain Technologies to Solve Cannabis Industry’s Payment Problems

Company’s bitcoin payments solution allows underbanked cannabis merchants to accept bitcoin-backed card transactions Proprietary bitcoin exchange soft-launched in November 2017; official launch scheduled for Q1 2018 Company recently announced LOI to acquire Bitcoin Beyond SinglePoint, Inc. (OTC: SING) has evolved from a full-service mobile technology provider to a publicly traded holding company, diversifying into horizontal markets and building a robust portfolio and a diversified holding base by acquiring an interest in undervalued subsidiaries. Through subsidiary company SingleSeed, SinglePoint is successfully offering products and services to the cannabis industry, including, notably, a proprietary bitcoin payments solution that enables both cannabis merchants…

ThursdayJan 25, 2018 1:09 pm

IEG Holdings Corp. (IEGH) Exploring Creation of Gold Metal-backed Cryptocurrency

Negotiations underway to purchase a verified gold project with prospecting licenses IEGH’s cryptocurrency to be backed by gold metal, registered with SEC as a security Volatility of cryptocurrency could potentially be stabilized with precious metal backing Consumer loan provider IEG Holdings Corp. (OTCQB: IEGH), through wholly owned subsidiary Investment Evolution Crypto, LLC. (“Crypto”), recently announced its intention to create its own gold metal-backed cryptocurrency that could potentially be utilized when offering loans and accepting loan repayments. While Crypto is in the development planning stages and exploring the opportunities presented by crypto/blockchain technologies, the company is already negotiating to purchase a…

ThursdayJan 25, 2018 12:34 pm

Liberty Leaf Holdings Ltd. (OTCQB: LIBFF) (CSE: LIB) (FSE: HN3P) Closes $2 Million in Private Placement Financing

Company’s subsidiaries set sights on recreational use licensing, expansion Total marijuana market in Canada forecast to hit $2.8 billion by 2020 Pet cannabis products for pain expected to form large market opportunity Liberty Leaf Holdings Ltd. (OTCQB: LIBFF) (CSE: LIB) (FSE: HN3P) announced on January 22 that it had closed a private placement financing effort with $2 million in gross proceeds that will be used to speed completion of facility construction projects for its subsidiaries, North Road Ventures in the greater Vancouver area of Canada’s British Columbia and Just Kush Enterprises, located some 250 miles to the east. Just Kush…

ThursdayJan 25, 2018 9:00 am

Blockchain Yields Strong Potential in Global Supply Chain Management

NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage: Investors looking to diversify their portfolios and gain access to the multi-billion-dollar global blockchain industry should have some exciting options as 2018 progresses, particularly when it comes to the $13 billion global supply chain management (SCM) market (http://nnw.fm/5T3Ps). The immutable, distributed ledger technology known as blockchain can deliver numerous SCM efficiencies that could revolutionize logistics for a variety of sectors, including oil and gas (http://nnw.fm/O7zPi). Petroteq Energy, Inc. (TSX.V: PQE) (OTCQX: PQEFF) (PQEFF Profile) has already envisioned this future of networked intelligent devices, and has initiated the development of the oil and gas industry’s first dedicated blockchain-based…

ThursdayJan 25, 2018 9:00 am

Fast-Growing Cannabis Industry Drives Biotech Research, Innovative Medical Therapy Development

NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage: The rapidly growing cannabis industry has spawned a range of diverse companies focusing on innovative technologies for cannabis cultivation, as well as the development of cannabis-based medical therapies for an array of diseases and ailments. The market has given rise to biotech companies with exciting advances in product formulation and delivery. At the cutting-edge of innovation, PreveCeutical Medical Inc. (OTCQB: PRVCF) (CSE: PREV) (FSE: 18H) (PRVCF Profile) has developed an innovative cannabidiol (CBD)-based nose-to-brain delivery system for the relief of a number of medical conditions. Another company, Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (OTC: LXRP) (LXRP Profile) has developed its…

ThursdayJan 25, 2018 9:00 am

The Underlying Value of Cryptocurrencies

NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage: The parabolic rise in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies has spawned a frenetic mania seldom seen in the markets. While debate of bitcoin’s legitimacy as a long-standing form of currency continues, general consensus asserts that the underlying blockchain technology has applications that extend far beyond its connections to cryptocurrency. As such, innovative companies around the globe are beginning to employ blockchain technology to streamline business and secure transactions. Telemedicine pioneer Medical Innovation Holdings, Inc. (MIHI) (MIHI Profile) is establishing a new paradigm in secure and efficient handling of patient medical and financial data. The company’s new MIHI Blockchain…

WednesdayJan 24, 2018 3:51 pm

Proposed Transdermal Treatment for Veterans with PTSD a Top Priority of Skinvisible, Inc. (SKVI) and Quoin Pharmaceuticals

Proposed transdermal product will help veterans struggling with PTSD and suicidal thoughts Majority of suicides among military veterans are among those 50 and older Suicide rate for U.S. women veterans was 2.5 times higher than civilian adult women Presidential executive order signed January 9, 2018, focuses on providing mental health care to former service members Topical and transdermal product development company Skinvisible, Inc. (OTCQB: SKVI) and its patented Invisicare® technology could provide significant relief to veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder through a proposed transdermal treatment the company expects to develop as it merges with Quoin Pharmaceuticals Ltd. The proposed merger,…

WednesdayJan 24, 2018 3:07 pm

Petroteq Energy Inc. (TSX.V: PQE) (OTCQX: PQEFF) Looks to Set Another Industry Milestone

Petroteq was a pioneer in the environmentally safe extraction of heavy oils with patented technologies Company’s blockchain initiative, PetroBLOQ, will be first blockchain platform developed exclusively for the supply chain needs of the oil and gas sector Examining company history of value creation, PetroBLOQ may be largest value driver yet Cryptocurrencies have garnered enormous market attention lately. Some say cryptocurrencies are worthless, others say they’re the new global fiat medium of exchange. Time will tell. However, there is consensus that the underlying blockchain technology has applications that extend far beyond its connections to cryptocurrency. Companies around the globe are beginning…

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Month: January 2018

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Technology Offers Potentially Safer Method of Delivering Drug Therapies

Caveat Emptor: Blockchain and Crypto Companies under SEC Scrutiny

SinglePoint, Inc. (SING) Remains Bullish Regarding Use of Bitcoin, Blockchain Technologies to Solve Cannabis Industry’s Payment Problems

IEG Holdings Corp. (IEGH) Exploring Creation of Gold Metal-backed Cryptocurrency

Liberty Leaf Holdings Ltd. (OTCQB: LIBFF) (CSE: LIB) (FSE: HN3P) Closes $2 Million in Private Placement Financing

Blockchain Yields Strong Potential in Global Supply Chain Management

Fast-Growing Cannabis Industry Drives Biotech Research, Innovative Medical Therapy Development

The Underlying Value of Cryptocurrencies

Proposed Transdermal Treatment for Veterans with PTSD a Top Priority of Skinvisible, Inc. (SKVI) and Quoin Pharmaceuticals

Petroteq Energy Inc. (TSX.V: PQE) (OTCQX: PQEFF) Looks to Set Another Industry Milestone

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