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FridayDec 21, 2018 3:17 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Black & Veatch Advises Investors to Prepare for 5G Rollouts

The impending introduction of fifth-generation cellular wireless, or 5G, was highlighted in a recent article published by Black & Veatch, titled ‘With 5G around the bend, Black & Veatch e-Book presses: Start planning now’. Although 5G is perceived as a critical advancement to permit faster delivery of data and prompt connectivity, it is also predicted to bring significant complexities in future technology deployment. Additionally, the article references Black & Veatch’s recently published e-Book, titled ‘5G: A New Digital Dawn,” which shines a light on the intricacies and potential applications of 5G, with a conclusion suggesting stakeholders to begin preparing now.…

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FridayDec 21, 2018 3:08 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Zenergy Brands, Inc. (ZNGY) Offers Suite of Energy Conservation Services

Zenergy Brands (OTC: ZNGY) is focused on the reduction of utility consumption for its commercial, industrial and municipal customers. A recent article discussing ZNGY reads, “Regarding its residential suite, Zenergy’s “Smart Home” products include security monitoring and home automation, as well as energy conservation services. The company offers around-the-clock control capabilities via smartphone or Internet-connected smart devices. Zenergy aims to help customers achieve their sustainability goals and reduce damaging carbon emissions. To enhance its retail electric division, Zenergy acquired Enertrade Electric, LLC, a Texas-based REP. Therefore, Zenergy can provide package offerings such as retail energy and energy conservation through the…

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FridayDec 21, 2018 2:00 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Pacific Software, Inc. (PFSF) Makes the Most of its Time in China

In early November, Pacific Software (OTC: PFSF) served as a co-sponsor of Latin America Night at the 124th session of the Canton Fair Product Development Council (“PDC”) Design Show in Guangzhou, China. A recent article discussing the company reads, “The company’s expertise in e-commerce marketing solutions utilizing IBM’s Hyperledger Blockchain “Backend as a Service” (BaaS) infrastructure was a highlight in several discussions as connections were fostered with both government contacts and prominent private importers. … Pacific Software executive management team members also capitalized on their time in China by hosting and cosponsoring several events at the Canton Fair and during…

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FridayDec 21, 2018 9:56 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Marijuana Company of America, Inc. (MCOA) Positioned for Opportunity with Passage of Farm Bill

Innovative hemp and cannabis corporation Marijuana Company of America (OTC: MCOA) this morning announced its optimism with recent passage of the 2018 Farm Bill. Under the bill, the industrial hemp plant and its extracts, including Cannabidiol (“CBD”), containing less than 0.3 percent of THC, will no longer be labeled as a Schedule 1 Drug and will be made a legal commodity, enabling U.S. cultivation and distribution subject to compliance with Farm Bill provisions and associated federal and state regulations and licensing. Per the update, the Brightfield Group’s Hemp CBD Report of 2018 projects that, with passage of the Farm Bill,…

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FridayDec 21, 2018 9:27 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Phivida Holdings Inc. (CSE: VIDA) (OTC: PHVAF) Applauds the Passing of the 2018 Farm Bill; Appoints New Member to Board of Directors

Hemp-cultivated cannabinoid innovator Phivida Holdings (CSE: VIDA) (OTCQX: PHVAF) recently commented on the successful passing of the 2018 Farm Bill. The bill removes hemp from the Controlled Substances Act, enabling the commercial cultivation and production of industrial hemp in the United States. “The passing of the 2018 Farm Bill clarifies hemp production and will bolster the growing acceptance of hemp-derived products containing CBD,” Phivida Holdings President and CEO Jim Bailey stated in the news release. “In particular, we expect it will have a positive impact on both of our Vida+ brand (www.HempVidaPlus.com) and Oki lifestyle brand of beverages, tinctures and…

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ThursdayDec 20, 2018 3:42 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF) Reaches Key Milestones Throughout 2018

The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF), a Cannabis-focused research and development company, detailed several of the accomplishments it has achieved throughout 2018 in recent company updates and announcements. An article discussing the company’s successes reads, “Through the year, the company continued constructing its Hamilton, Ontario, and Valleyfield, Quebec, facilities. In the third quarter of 2018 alone, TGOD deployed $33 million in capital expenditure for this purpose. The company has also focused on optimizing commercial cultivation at its operational facility in Hamilton. The development of five new strains for placement on both the medical and the recreational markets…

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ThursdayDec 20, 2018 3:27 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (REFG) Providing Accessible, Safe Banking Option to Licensed Cannabis Companies

Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (OTC: REFG) is offering licensed cannabis providers a solution to their banking needs with ‘Go!’, an end-to-end payment processing system. A recent article discussing the company reads, “Due to federal regulations, traditional banks are often unwilling to provide full services to the cannabis industry. REFG, on the other hand, is able to provide legal banking and secure payment processing while remaining compliant to ever-changing federal regulations. The company believes that the solution to success is being transparent and complying with regulations rather than working around them. Now averaging 60 million transactions per month along with one…

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ThursdayDec 20, 2018 2:59 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Youngevity International, Inc. (NASDAQ: YGYI) Subsidiary Drives Revenue Growth through Green Coffee Distribution, Private-label Roasting

Youngevity International (NASDAQ: YGYI), a leading omni-direct lifestyle company, primarily operates within the direct selling and coffee industries. A recent article discussing the company reads, “Regarding the coffee industry, Youngevity International has its wholly owned subsidiary, CLR Roasters. It is driving coffee revenue growth via green coffee distribution and private-label roasting. It is also driving growth through the sales of owned brands. Brands include Cafe La Rica and Josie’s Java House, as well as retail and food service brands. Supporting Youngevity’s coffee strategy is the company’s coffee plantation and modern dry-processing facility in Matagalpa, Nicaragua (http://nnw.fm/v8V9E). The 1,000 acres under…

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ThursdayDec 20, 2018 2:21 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Aims to Cut Costs with In-House R&D Laboratory

Biotechnology company and drug delivery platform innovator Lexaria Bioscience (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) recently submitted a Health Canada research application for a license that will permit in-house research in its new Kelowna-based research and development (“R&D”) laboratory. Construction of the new lab, which will be located within Lexaria’s new head office, is anticipated to be completed by the end of January 2019. A recent article further discussing LXRP reads, “Having the work done in-house will help expand the work schedule and reduce costs and development timelines. The company is currently recruiting new staff as it prepares for an increase in…

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ThursdayDec 20, 2018 10:57 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Petrolia Energy Corp. (BBLS) Chairman Recognized as NACD Board Leadership Fellow

Petrolia Energy (OTCQB: BBLS) this morning announced that its Chairman James Edward Burns was recently recognized as a National Association of Corporate Directors (“NACD”) Board Leadership Fellow. Per the update, NACD Fellowship is the highest standard of credentialing for directors and governance professionals and is a comprehensive and continuous program of study that, year after year, empowers Fellows with the latest insights, intelligence, and leading boardroom practices. “I am honored to join the distinguished and diverse group of individuals who make up the NACD Fellow community and who are committed to advancing the highest standards of boardroom excellence,” Petrolia Energy…

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