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ThursdayOct 29, 2020 3:38 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – The Alkaline Water Company Inc. (NASDAQ: WTER) (CSE: WTER) Announces Addition of BettermentRS, a Leading CBD Distributor

The Alkaline Water Company Inc. (NASDAQ: WTER) (CSE: WTER), a producer of premium bottled alkaline water, flavor-infused waters and CBD-infused products, has added health and wellness, CBD-focused, direct-store delivery (DSD) distributor BettermentRS to its list of distributors. The move will enhance WTER’s convenience and grocery store CBD-sales growth. Based on recent research, sales of hemp-derived CBD products in the United States totaled $4.2 billion in 2019, which represents a 562% increase over the previous year. During the same period, sales of CBD products at c-stores and gas stores grew by more than 2,275%, topping out $122 million. The research also noted that…

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ThursdayOct 29, 2020 2:51 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Taat Lifestyle & Wellness Ltd (CSE: TAAT) (OTCQB: TOBAF) (FRANKFURT: 2TP2) Prepares for Ohio Launch

Taat Lifestyle & Wellness (CSE: TAAT) (OTCQB: TOBAF) (FRANKFURT: 2TP2) recently announced that its contract manufacturing partner has begun the inaugural commercial-scale production batch of Taat after receiving its supply of Beyond Tobacco(TM) base material. This batch will be packaged using an updated Taat design, substantially similar to the provisional pack designs published in the company’s September 29, 2020, press release. Taat expects initial production to be completed in November 2020, after which inventory will be shipped from the manufacturer's warehouse to tobacco wholesalers in Ohio. These wholesalers will then be able to fulfill orders for Taat from tobacco retailer…

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ThursdayOct 29, 2020 2:17 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Cannabis Global Inc.’s (CBGL) Advanced CBD Infusion Technologies Featured in SmallCapVoice.com Interview

Cannabis Global (OTC: CBGL), a science-forward company developing CBD infusion technologies and products while investing in fast-growing segments of the cannabis industry, was featured in a new interview with SmallCapVoice.com, Inc. (“SCV”). Among other topics, CBGL CEO Arman Tabatabaei joined SCV’s Stuart Smith to discuss Cannabis Global’s HempYouCanFee(TM) product line, as well as a new partnership that provides international reach. Tabatabaei discusses several provisional patents Cannabis Global has on deck, three of which are at the forefront of its growth strategy. Describing Cannabis Global’s CBD coffee pods and other exciting innovative products, as well as its ability to create new…

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ThursdayOct 29, 2020 1:58 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Willow Biosciences Inc. (TSX: WLLW) (OTCQX: CANSF) Secures $11.5M in Upsized Public Offering

Willow Biosciences (TSX: WLLW) (OTCQX: CANSF), a Vancouver, Canada-based company focused on manufacturing pharmaceutical-grade cannabinoids via synthetic biology, has closed its previously announced upsized public offering of 17,692,307 units of the company, each at a price of $0.65, including 2,307,692 units issued pursuant to the full exercise of the over-allotment option. The company secured aggregate gross proceeds of approximately $11.5 million in the offering. Williow Biosciences expects to use net proceeds for the commercialization of cannabigerol (“CBG”) and other portfolio cannabinoids of the company, general and administrative expenses, working capital and general corporate purposes. To view the full press release,…

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ThursdayOct 29, 2020 1:41 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Organic Flower Investments Group Inc. (CSE: SOW) (OTC: QILFF) (FWB: 2K6) Looks to Augment Portfolio with Hydrogen Sector Investment

Organic Flower  (CSE: SOW) (OTC: QILFF) (FWB: 2K6) recently announced its entry into a letter of intent to acquire up to a 13% equity interest in a U.S.-based company, which owns certain hydrogen assets with global applications. According to the update, the purchase price is CA$4,500,000 payable in cash. Under the terms of the arms-length acquisition, Organic Flower also has an option to increase its ownership to 90% of the assets, primarily consisting of small footprint, environmentally friendly IP for the modularized and lowest-tier production cost of hydrogen. Having successfully distributed its interest in AgraFlora Organics International Inc. to its…

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ThursdayOct 29, 2020 1:35 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Kaival Brands Innovations Group Inc. (KAVL) Notes Upcoming Launch of Bidi Vapor’s Newest Smokeless Nicotine Product

Kaival Brands (OTCQB: KAVL), a company focused on generating shareholder value by incubating innovative products into mature and dominant brands within their respective markets, has announced the upcoming launch of the Bidi(TM) Nicotine Pouch. Kaival Brands has an exclusive partnership and distribution agreement with Bidi(TM) Vapor, the creator of the Bidi Pouch, which is designed to provide a premium smokeless nicotine experience. The pouch features a tobacco-free nicotine formulation packed into an easy-to-carry pouch. With the nicotine-pouch sector forecast to reach $3.35 billion by 2025, the potential for the new product looks to be significant. The Bidi Pouch is positioned to leverage…

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ThursdayOct 29, 2020 1:15 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Genprex Inc. (NASDAQ: GNPX) Announces Conditional FDA Acceptance of Proprietary Name for Lead Drug Candidate

Genprex (NASDAQ: GNPX), a clinical-stage gene therapy company developing potentially life-changing technologies for patients with cancer and diabetes, has received conditional FDA acceptance of the proprietary name REQORSA(TM), its lead drug candidate for treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. The drug candidate was known previously by the laboratory designation GPX-001. The approval of the new name marks a critical branding milestone  for the company. Genprex’s REQORSA (pronounced “re-KORE-suh”) immunogene therapy features the company’s exclusive ONCOPREX(TM) nanoparticle delivery system that delivers cancer-fighting genes. The name will be resubmitted to the FDA for final review and approval after all required clinical trials…

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ThursdayOct 29, 2020 12:55 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Creatd Inc. (NASDAQ: CRTD) Announces Board Appointment of Seasoned Securities Attorney

Creatd (NASDAQ: CRTD, CRTDW), the parent company of Vocal, a robust, proprietary technology platform for digital creators, today announced the appointment of LaBrena Jones Martin to its Board of Directors, where she will chair its Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee and serve on the Compensation and Audit Committees. Martin brings extensive legal experience at the senior management level, spanning nearly 40 years and encompassing all facets of corporate and securities law. “Over the years, it has been my privilege to work closely with LaBrena at Lehman and again at RBC, where we collaborated on many strategic, complex and mission-critical projects.…

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ThursdayOct 29, 2020 12:33 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Champignon Brands Inc. (CSE: SHRM) (FWB: 496) (OTCQB: SHRMF) Addresses Continuous Disclosure Review

Champignon Brands (CSE: SHRM) (FWB: 496) (OTCQB: SHRMF) has provided an update on its efforts to resolve a continuous disclosure review that was issued earlier this year. Champignon is working closely with the British Columbia Securities Commission (“BCSC”) to coordinate the revocation of the cease trade order and hopes to provide information about a revocation of the order as soon as possible. In the update, the company noted that it has submitted all documentation requested by the BCSC in connection with the review of financial statements of AltMed Capital Corp. ("AltMed") for the period ended June 30, 2020. The purpose of the…

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ThursdayOct 29, 2020 11:43 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Friendable Inc. (FDBL) Reports 35% Increase in Artist Sign Ups, Registrations on Fan Pass

Friendable (OTC: FDBL), a mobile technology and marketing company engaging users through its proprietary mobile and desktop applications, today announced a notable surge in activity and growth data correlated to artist sign ups or registrations on Fan Pass, the company’s live streaming artist platform. New artist registrations continue to climb following FDBL’s October 12th update, attaining 128 new artists from October 13-27, representing an increase of 35%. Fan Pass is available for download on the Apple App Store and the Google Play Stores. “As the uncertainty continues around live venues and performances, we feel even stronger demand from artists seeking…

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