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TuesdayFeb 25, 2020 11:49 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Enhances Cannabis Products’ Shelf-Life Potency, Addressing Industry Distribution Challenges

Many cannabis companies have struggled with declining investor interest amid product delivery shortfalls and adverse revenue reports The distribution obstacles have exacerbated company concerns by creating choking points for inventory, which can quickly lose potency in storage Lexaria Bioscience’s trademarked DehydraTECH powder-creating technology helps preserve cannabinoid effectiveness and extend storage potential 2 to 3 years The DehydraTECH platform also provides a key benefit in making cannabinoids, nicotine, NSAIDs and other drug products bioavailable as rapidly as inhaled products An alternative to inhaled smokes and vapes could provide health and wellness benefits to consumers by eliminating harm to users’ lungs Lexaria’s…

TuesdayFeb 25, 2020 11:20 am

Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQX: PLPRF) Planning Brand Portfolio Expansion; Focusing on Two New Categories

PLUS targets new consumer demographics as it eyes wellness/relief and get-high, have-fun spaces Company has established reputation for providing top-selling, quality edibles In the wake of a cannabis competitor losing its license, hemp and cannabis food company Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQX: PLPRF) is reiterating its commitment to quality production as it gears up to launch a new line of products to supplement its already top-selling edibles. PLUS has announced plans to expand its brand portfolio in Q1 2020 as the cannabis-savvy company targets consumers outside of its core demographic (http://nnw.fm/Dx8P4). Plus Products’ commitment to quality is particularly meaningful…

MondayFeb 24, 2020 1:44 pm

Sixth Annual Fintech & Funding Conference and Expo – FFCON20: RISE – to Attract Best, Brightest to Toronto

When the sixth annual Fintech & Funding Conference and Expo kicks off this spring, the premier event will be setting the stage for some of fintech’s best and brightest to shine. Co-hosted by the National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association (NCFA Canada) and Toronto Finance International (TFI), the must-attend conference provides a forum where pioneers and innovators alike can share new ideas and insight with the fintech community. The gathering is also designed to catalyze and facilitate crucial relationships between entrepreneurs, investors and major financial stakeholders. Over the years, FFCON has turned out to be one of Canada’s top tech networking…

MondayFeb 24, 2020 1:16 pm

Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQX: PLPRF) Enters New Markets with Proven Strategy

Cannabis industry saw 45.7% increase in legal cannabis sales last year Interview with PLUS highlights strong start to 2020 Building a brand in largest competitive market has proven company quality and standards; setting up expansion into new markets Legal cannabis spending worldwide increased from $10.2 billion in 2018 to $14.9 billion in 2019, making for a 45.7% increase driven primarily by the adult-use markets, reports the Arcview Group, a market research firm that specializes in cannabis. Arcview is now forecasting sales worldwide to reach $42.7 billion by 2024. This is exciting news for Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQX: PLPRF),…

MondayFeb 24, 2020 12:37 pm

Predictive Oncology Inc. (NASDAQ: POAI) Subsidiary Selects Manufacturer, Distributor of Innovative Cell-Culture Media

POAI subsidiary announces new media for growing ovarian tumors in lab Using new product, TumorGenesis partners have identified 25 cell types from ovarian cancers New media available as cell-culture market expected to reach $2.3 billion by 2024 Predictive Oncology Inc. (NASDAQ: POAI), a leader in the cancer precision-medicine field, along with its subsidiary TumorGenesis Inc., has announced an innovative special media for growing ovarian tumors; the companies have also selected US Biological Corporation as a manufacturer and distributor of the groundbreaking media (http://nnw.fm/2bdtl). POAI anticipates the new formulations, which will be developed in a lab, will speed discovery of biomarkers…

MondayFeb 24, 2020 12:02 pm

Champignon Brands Inc. is “One to Watch”

Functional mushrooms are used in a wide variety of health care and pharmaceutical products Applications of functional mushrooms are growing in the cosmetics and food and beverage sectors Market demand is led by a significant shift in lifestyle and dietary habits of consumers seeking healthier alternatives Globally, the functional mushroom market is projected to reach $34.3 billion by 2024, growing at a CAGR of 8.04% during the forecast period (2019-2024) Mushrooms are a leading source of the antioxidant nutrient, selenium, which protects body cells from damage that might lead to chronic diseases and help to strengthen the immune system Legalization…

MondayFeb 24, 2020 11:24 am

MCTC Holdings Inc. (MCTC) Set for Infused Coffee Brand’s Premiere at Vegas Expo

Cannabis science innovator MCTC Holdings Inc. (soon to become Cannabis Global, Inc.) has begun production of its new infused coffee line under its Hemp You Can Feel (TM) product brand The new infused coffee product will make its debut at the annual White Label World Expo (United States) in Las Vegas on February 26-27 at the city’s Convention Center, booth space 451 The infused food and beverage industry is growing on a state-by-state basis in the United States, and recently gained national legality in Canada MCTC has also developed a pair of white label infusion products – in tablet and…

FridayFeb 21, 2020 12:37 pm

Emerging Growth Spring Invitational Approaches

The Emerging Growth Spring Invitational is approaching, scheduled for March 26th, 2020, in midtown NYC. This premier gathering offers select investors a rare opportunity to meet with the management of under the radar public companies. Hosted by Diamond Equity Research and merchant bank Veyo Partners, the invitational features enthralling exhibitions and short presentations by the 15 participating companies, which will be followed by five-minute Q&A sessions. Over hors d'oeuvres and an open bar, participants will enjoy ample opportunities to compare notes with representatives from the more than 150 institutional and accredited investors expected to attend. The Emerging Growth Spring Invitational takes place…

FridayFeb 21, 2020 12:16 pm

Jerrick Media Holdings Inc. (JMDA) and Innovative Vocal Platform Offer Unparalleled Branded-Content Potential

Jerrick shows impressive ability to be both pioneer, leader in marketing space evolving from traditional advertising to branded content Numbers show Vocal branded-content opportunity outperforms industry competitors Vocal allows organizations to partner brands with authentic creators to connect with organic audiences, utilize influencer marketing In a digital world where a growing number of Internet users resent the intrusive nature of pop-up windows and actively use ad blockers to avoid them, businesses are finding it increasingly difficult to share branded messages with key target audiences. Yet building a brand and capturing consumer attention – and dollars – are more important than…

FridayFeb 21, 2020 11:52 am

SRAX Inc. (NASDAQ: SRAX) Uncovers Millennials’ Love for Experience-Based Gifts

SRAX discovers valuable new trend in consumer behavior, a move toward purchasing experiences for Valentine’s Day BIGtoken has grown to more than 16.5 million participants who are 100% opted-in Consumers may be leaving social media platforms, but they are choosing BIGtoken, where both consumers and marketers benefit SRAX Inc. (NASDAQ: SRAX) is building the largest, most valuable opted-in data set in the world while also providing marketers and consumers tools to unlock the value of data. A digital marketing and consumer data management technology company, SRAX recently announced that its BIGresearch efforts uncovered a new trend in consumer behaviors and…

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