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WednesdayMar 13, 2019 2:25 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – The Flowr Corporation (TSX.V: FLWR) (OTC: FLWPF) Aims to Increase Access to International Investors through Planned Uplisting

Canadian licensed producer of premium cannabis products, the Flowr Corporation (TSX.V: FLWR) (OTC: FLWPF), recently announced that it has submitted an application for its common shares to be listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market (http://nnw.fm/sv6fN). An article discussing the company reads, “A Nasdaq listing is an important step toward broadening Flowr’s access to international investors, company co-CEO Vinay Tolia said in a news release. So far, the company has made massive progress executing its business plan since going public in 2018. Further steps are being undertaken to turn Flowr into a truly global company, Tolia underlined. . . . To…

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WednesdayMar 13, 2019 10:54 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – FinovateSpring 2019 Reveals Conference Demo Lineup

FinovateSpring 2019, an event focused on highlighting the best and most innovative new financial and banking technologies, is set to be held at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square in San Francisco, California, on May 7-10, 2019. The event is anticipated to host more than 1,300 attendees and over 120 visionary fintech speakers. More than 60 companies will be providing demonstrations on technologies including automated expense reporting, blockchain-based data security, virtual call center agents, business identity verification, accessible credit for SMBs, customer engagement with personalized communications, alternative credit scoring, open banking between accounts, collaborative group banking, investments influencing corporate change…

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WednesdayMar 13, 2019 9:48 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Redfund Capital Corp. (CSE: LOAN) (OTC: PNNRF) (Frankfurt: O3X4) to Convert Loan to 5.55 Percent Equity Position in Mary’s Wellness Ltd.

Redfund Capital (CSE: LOAN) (OTC: PNNRF) (Frankfurt: O3X4) this morning announced its intention to convert, into an equity position, the first tranche of a convertible secured promissory note with Mary’s Wellness Ltd. (“MWL”). According to the update, Redfund was extended the first tranche of C$100,000 from a C$1,000,000 promissory note it entered into with MWL on October 15, 2018. Redfund will own 5.55 percent of MWL upon conversion of the first tranche, and the promissory note’s remaining C$900,000 convertible balance, secured by a general security agreement on assets of MWL, will remain in place to secure additional tranches. “Redfund believes…

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TuesdayMar 12, 2019 2:45 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – BriaCell Therapeutics Corp. (OTCQB: BCTXF) (TSX.V: BCT) Secures Investment to Back Clinical Research

Immuno-oncology-focused biotechnology company BriaCell Therapeutics (OTCQB: BCTXF) (TSX.V: BCT) recently secured support for its novel immunotherapy clinical research in the form of an equity investment of C$500,000 by the company’s recently appointed director, Jamieson Bondarenko (http://nnw.fm/dW4iF). A recent article includes a comment from Bondarenko regarding the investment, where he states, “The importance of accelerating this work is evidenced in efficacy data of BriaCell’s Phase I/IIa study of Bria-IMT and safety data of the Bria-IMT KEYTRUDA combination study in advanced breast cancer. There exists a unique opportunity to advance BriaCell’s remarkable achievements on behalf of breast cancer patients, survivors and deceased,…

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TuesdayMar 12, 2019 2:10 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – QMC Quantum Minerals Corp. (OTC: QMCQF) (TSX.V: QMC) (FSE: 3LQ) Positioned to Profit as Increasing Adoption of EVs Drives Lithium Demand

British Columbia-based company Quantum Minerals (OTC: QMCQF) (TSX.V: QMC) (FSE: 3LQ) engages in the acquisition, exploration and development of resource properties with a focus on lithium extraction. The increasing demand for lithium from battery makers, which is forecasted to surge over the coming years, could significantly benefit the company. A recent article discussing the company reads, “Demand for lithium stemming from lithium-ion battery manufacturers increased by 46 percent in 2017 and is anticipated to nearly double to 83 percent by 2027 (http://nnw.fm/0qCBr). A Roskill market outlook report says that ‘beyond 2021, the research firm expects lithium prices to rise above 2018…

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TuesdayMar 12, 2019 1:34 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Aims to Conduct Further Human Clinical Trials Following Positive TurboCBD Results

Lexaria Bioscience (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) plans to conduct additional clinical trials using DehydraTECH(TM) in CBD after recently reporting noteworthy results of cardiovascular performance improvements with TurboCBD. A recent article discussing the company reads, “TurboCBD is Lexaria’s proprietary DehydraTECH-powered, CBD-fortified hemp-oil capsule. The capsules are formulated with full-spectrum hemp oil, ginseng and ginkgo for enhanced focus and memory. They are marketed as a mental and physical boost aimed at helping to remove brain fog, fatigue and stress. TurboCBD is molecularly engineered for quick and high absorption rates into the circulatory system. . . . In a recent press release (http://nnw.fm/CClM9), Lexaria…

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TuesdayMar 12, 2019 12:52 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Cannabis Strategic Ventures Inc. (NUGS) Supporting the Advancement of Cannabis Industry Entrepreneurs

Cannabis Strategic Ventures (OTC: NUGS) cultivates and partners with brands internationally to develop leaders in the cannabis and CBD marketplace. The company recently added to its staffing capabilities through the acquisition of Worldwide Staffing Group. An article discussing the company reads, “Primarily, the company is focused on supporting the growth of entrepreneurs in this industry. It has made strategic acquisitions, in turn offering outsourced personnel solutions informed by the latest growth trends in the cannabis market. Cannabis Strategic Ventures supports all members of the cannabis market, including cultivators, manufacturers and dispensaries. The company offers mentorship and other important services to…

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TuesdayMar 12, 2019 9:44 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Kontrol Energy Corp. (CSE: KNR) (OTCQB: KNRLF) (FSE: 1K8) Announces Application for DTC Eligibility to Trade Shares on U.S. OTCQB Market

Smart energy technology company Kontrol Energy (CSE: KNR) (OTCQB: KNRLF) (FSE: 1K8) this morning announced that it has engaged a consultant to assist in its application for eligibility to The Depository Trust Company ("DTC") for trading of the company's shares on the U.S. OTC Market. The DTC, a subsidiary of the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation, manages electronic clearing and settlement of publicly traded companies, and the electronic method accelerates the receipt of stock, cash and the settlement process for investors trading on the OTC marketplace. “Kontrol's ongoing operating business expansion into the U.S. through both existing customers and new…

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TuesdayMar 12, 2019 9:16 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – FinCanna Capital Corp. (CSE: CALI) (OTCQB: FNNZF) to Present at Second Annual LD Micro Virtual Conference

FinCanna Capital (CSE: CALI) (OTCQB: FNNZF), a royalty company for the U.S. licensed medical cannabis industry, recently announced that the company's President and CEO Andriyko Herchak is scheduled to deliver a presentation and answer questions during the second annual LD Micro Virtual Conference on Wednesday, March 18 at 2:40 PM ET. The conference will take place via webcast and will highlight more than 40 companies operating in the small and micro-cap space. “We are very pleased to be part of the LD Micro virtual conference and look forward to sharing recent corporate developments with interested investors and our shareholders,” FinCanna…

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TuesdayMar 12, 2019 9:00 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – TransCanna Holdings Inc. (CSE: TCAN) (FSE: TH8) Appoints New Member to its Board of Directors

TransCanna Holdings (CSE: TCAN) (FSE: TH8) recently announced the appointment of Director Steve Giblin to its board. Giblin is an accomplished leader across global hospitality, technology and real estate industries with a demonstrated track record in value creation. He has strong C suite relationships with Marriott, Hilton and Radisson brands and experience managing the Silverbirch and Delta hotel real estate portfolios for the British Columbia Investment Management Corporation. As Silverbirch CEO, Giblin grew revenues from $280 million to $500 million and increased the portfolio value over 50 percent. In addition, he has worked closely with a number of companies including…

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