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TuesdayApr 17, 2018 12:14 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Hammer Fiber Optic Holdings Corp. (HMMR) Subsidiary Changes Name, Launches New Website and Branding

Hammer Fiber Optic Investments Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hammer Fiber Optic Holdings (OTCQB: HMMR), this morning announced that it will be changing its DBA name from Hammer Fiber to Hammer Communications. The company also announced a new visual brand, internal organization and website (www.HammerComm.com). Hammer Fiber will remain as a business unit of Hammer Communications and will be responsible for managing and offering carrier and wholesale services across the company’s network. Hammer Sphere is an upcoming business unit which will be responsible for the company’s hosting and cloud services platform. "This move will help us to better communicate…

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TuesdayApr 17, 2018 11:10 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Reports Positive Topline Results from DehydraTECH™ Absorption Study

Drug delivery platform innovator Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) this morning announced positive topline results following the completion of its first ingestible nicotine in vivo absorption study. The company is pursuing the use of its patented DehydraTECH™ technology as a new nicotine delivery method. The delivery method, in the form of an edible dose absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract, could potentially serve as a nicotine replacement therapy or as an alternative product format for regular tobacco users. Among other highlights, DehydraTECH™ demonstrated major nicotine absorption performance improvements including 1,160% faster delivery of equivalent peak quantities of nicotine to…

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TuesdayApr 17, 2018 10:33 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Choom Holdings Inc. (CSE: CHOO) (OTCQB: CHOOF) Secures Cannabis Retail Opportunities Throughout Western Canada

British Columbia-based cannabis cultivation firm Choom Holdings Inc. (CSE: CHOO) (OTCQB: CHOOF) this morning announced that it has progressed the build-out of its cannabis retail store network. The company has applied to the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority ("SLGA") for cannabis retail permits in 32 Zones across the province. The SLGA is expected to award the permits via lottery by June, 2018. In addition, Choom™ has secured nine retail locations with applications submitted in Alberta and has secured seven retail locations in British Columbia, all of which are subject to necessary governmental approvals being granted. "We have now established a…

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TuesdayApr 17, 2018 10:24 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Global Payout, Inc. (GOHE) Announces MoneyTrac Technology’s Planned Attendance at Bayked Event

Payment solutions company Global Payout, Inc. (OTC: GOHE) this morning announced that MoneyTrac Technology, Inc. (“MTRAC”), a company in which GOHE currently holds an 18 percent ownership stake, will be attending the Bayked Event in San Diego on April 20, 2018. Per the update, the event will host all of the major cannabis brands in San Diego and will provide an opportunity for MTRAC to continue expanding its network of cannabis companies. “Establishing a meaningful presence in the city that many of us here on the MoneyTrac team call home is something we believe is important,” Aaron Adler, founder of…

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TuesdayApr 17, 2018 9:51 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – EVIO, Inc. (EVIO) Names New Chief Financial Officer

EVIO, Inc. (OTCQB: EVIO), a leading provider of cannabis testing and scientific research for the regulated cannabis industry, this morning announced the appointment of David Kane as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer. Kane’s responsibilities will include supervision of all the financial operations of the company, such as financial planning and analysis, internal controls, accounting and financial reporting. “We are excited about David joining the EVIO team. His experience with multi-state growth companies, the cannabis industry, and the public markets provides a unique combination of experience and will help drive the future of EVIO. His experience with the cannabis industry…

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TuesdayApr 17, 2018 9:36 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – SinglePoint, Inc. (SING) Announces Completion of Corporate Audit

Specialized holding company SinglePoint, Inc. (OTCQB: SING) this morning announced the finalization and successful completion of its PCAOB corporate audit. Per the update, SinglePoint has been working closely with Turner Stone and Company in order to complete the 2016 and 2017 corporate audit, and it now intends to take the necessary steps to become fully reporting by filing a Form 10. By completing its corporate audit and filing a Form 10, SinglePoint expects to enjoy improved access to capital, available on better terms for the company, while creating a pathway for institutional and family offices to invest in SinglePoint via…

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TuesdayApr 17, 2018 9:24 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Victory Square Technologies Inc. (CSE: VST) (OTC: VSQTF) (FRA: 6F6) (WKN: A2AKL8) Acquires Stake in LocoNoco, Inc.

Blockchain-focused venture builder Victory Square Technologies Inc. (CSE: VST) (OTC: VSQTF) (FRANKFURT: 6F6) (WKN: A2AKL8) this morning announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire 9.09% of all issued and outstanding shares of LocoNoco, Inc. for $500,000, subject to all requisite regulatory approvals. LocoNoco Inc. is a cloud-native decision-making platform that delivers simplicity, reusability and transportability in an era of smart, automated processes. Per the definitive share purchase agreement, Victory Square will satisfy the purchase price through cash installments totaling $500,000. “This investment, along with others we have made thus far in 2018, are aligned with our thesis…

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MondayApr 16, 2018 12:11 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Aerkomm, Inc.’s (AKOM) Form S-1 Declared Effective by the SEC

Aerkomm (OTCQX: AKOM) recently announced that its Form S-1 registration statement has been declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") for the proposed underwritten public offering of between $5 million and $69 million (including an over-subscription allotment of $9 million) of its common stock. Boustead Securities, LLC is acting as the sole underwriter for the offering. The company intends to use the net proceeds of the offering toward general corporate purposes, such as working capital, product development, marketing activities and other capital expenditures. If the offering raises an adequate amount of capital, the company intends to…

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MondayApr 16, 2018 10:27 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Pivot Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CSE: PVOT) (OTCQB: PVOTF) (FRA: NPAT) Terminates LOI for the Acquisition of Agro-Biotech

Vancouver-based biopharmaceutical company Pivot Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CSE: PVOT) (OTCQB: PVOTF) (FRA: NPAT) this morning reported that it has terminated the previously announced letter of intent (“LOI”) that it had entered into for the acquisition of Agro-Biotech. The company is currently reviewing its available legal alternatives to recover the amounts expended by the company in the pursuit of the transaction, as well as additional damages resulting from the non-completion of the transaction. "Despite our extensive efforts, we have been unable to complete the acquisition of Agro-Biotech in accordance with the terms and conditions initially agreed upon by the parties. While we…

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MondayApr 16, 2018 9:56 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – PotNetwork Holding, Inc. (POTN) Acquires Cryptocurrency Mining Facility

Cannabidiol-focused holding company PotNetwork Holding Inc. (OTC: POTN), through its Blockchain Crypto Technology Corporation subsidiary, this morning announced its acquisition of a purpose built, climate controlled cryptocurrency mining facility. Per the update, this facility will allow the company to diversify its investments by capitalizing on the lucrative bitcoin mining industry. The state of the art facility features 115 dedicated cryptocurrency mining rigs, which are expected to allow the company to handle future transactions related to its proprietary altcoin digital currency. By solidifying its position in the cryptocurrency space, PotNetwork will look to capitalize on the industry’s recent expansion and strong…

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