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TuesdayFeb 12, 2019 9:11 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – BriaCell Therapeutics Corp. (OTCQB: BCTXF) (TSX.V: BCT) Appoints New Member to Board of Directors

BriaCell Therapeutics (OTCQB: BCTXF) (TSX.V: BCT), an immuno-oncology focused biotechnology company with a proprietary targeted immunotherapy technology, this morning announced the appointment of Jamieson Bondarenko, CFA, CMT, to the company's Board of Directors. Through his merchant capital company, JGRNT Capital Corp., Bondarenko currently offers strategic capital markets and corporate development advice to early-stage life sciences companies. He has also served as Principal, Managing Director of Equity Capital Markets at Eight Capital and Equity Capital Markets as well as Investment Banking positions at Dundee Capital Markets, Wellington West Capital Markets and HSBC Securities. “Jamieson brings extensive capital markets experience to BriaCell,”…

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MondayFeb 11, 2019 2:24 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Cannabis Strategic Ventures Inc. (NUGS) Employs Niche Acquisition-Based Growth Strategy

Cannabis Strategic Ventures (OTC: NUGS), a Los Angeles-based cannabis industry incubator, recently announced its plan to uplist to the OTCQB Venture Market, a milestone that falls in line with the company’s acquisition-based growth strategy. A recent article discussing NUGS reads, “’We have many new initiatives planned in 2019, and we are managing our business operations for growth. This uplisting is designed to demonstrate to our investors and to the marketplace that Cannabis Strategic Ventures is well-prepared for the future,’ Cannabis Strategic Ventures CEO Simon Yu stated in a news release. . . . The uplisting supports the company’s broader growth…

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MondayFeb 11, 2019 2:13 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – TransCanna Holdings Inc. (CSE: TCAN) (FSE: TH8) Prepares to Pounce on California Cannabis Distribution, Transportation Markets

TransCanna Holdings (CSE: TCAN) (FSE: TH8), through its affiliate TCM Distribution Inc. (“TCMD”), has secured local licenses in Adelanto, California, and recently secured a California temporary distribution license. In addition, TransCanna also completed its initial public offering (“IPO”) for total gross proceeds of C$2.2 million, which will be used to fund its general working capital for the next 12 months including its entry into California’s cannabis transportation and branding market, per a prospectus filed on SEDAR in December (http://nnw.fm/lMN9w). A recent article discussing the company reads, “Transporting cannabis products in California remains challenging in the months following full legalization because of…

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MondayFeb 11, 2019 10:07 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Generation Alpha Inc. (GNAL) Appoints New Board Member to Assist in Expansion, Explore New Opportunities in Legal Cannabis Market

Vertically integrated cannabis company Generation Alpha Inc. (OTCQB: GNAL) this morning announced the appointment of international businessman and entrepreneur David Lenigas to its board of directors. Per the update, Lenigas has first-hand experience in the legalized medical cannabis sector, having assisted with funding the building of operations in Canada, Europe, Australia and Jamaica. In addition, he has extensive experience chairing and managing companies on many international stock exchanges.  “I am pleased to welcome David to the Board of Directors,” Generation Alpha CEO Alan Lien commented in the news release.  “David comes to us with an international entrepreneurial and capital markets…

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MondayFeb 11, 2019 9:58 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQB: PLPRF) to Participate in National Cannabis Roundtable

Leading California edibles manufacturer Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQB: PLPRF) on February 8, 2019, announced its participation in the newly formed National Cannabis Roundtable (“NCR”), a campaign aimed at reforming federal cannabis laws and advocating for a rational legal framework. Former U.S. Speaker of the House John Boehner will serve as honorary chairman of the NCR. According to the update, the NCR public policy team, which includes The Liaison Group, Squire Patton Boggs and HDMK Public Affairs, will advocate for a multi-faceted reform agenda that includes: removal of federal restrictions that prohibit medical research involving cannabis; introduction of solutions…

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MondayFeb 11, 2019 9:40 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (SGSI) Utilizes Equity Investment to Reduce Outstanding Debt, Strengthen Balance Sheet

Spectrum Global Solutions Inc. (OTCQB: SGSI), a multi-national single-source provider of next-generation communications network professional services and software solutions to telecommunications and enterprise markets, this morning announced that it was able to utilize an equity investment received in connection with its previously announced WaveTech Global merger to satisfy the approximately $1.1 million debt owed to Libertas Funding LLC in connection with Spectrum’s acquisition of TNS. “Our ability to satisfy the Libertas debt within 30 calendar days saved the Company thousands of dollars and freed up additional cash that was being used for amortization payments,” Roger Ponder, CEO of Spectrum, stated…

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MondayFeb 11, 2019 8:45 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – INmune Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: INMB) Granted $1M by the Alzheimer’s Association to Advance Development of XPro1595

INmune Bio (NASDAQ: INMB) this morning announced that the company has been awarded a grant to receive $1,000,000 from the Alzheimer's Association to advance XPro1595 under the Part the Cloud to RESCUE grant. XPro1595 is a novel therapy targeting neuroinflammation as a cause of Alzheimer’s disease. The award will be paid to the company in traches during the phase 1 clinical trial. “We are honored to receive this grant from the Alzheimer’s Association,” RJ Tesi, M.D., CEO of INmune Bio stated in the news release. “The Alzheimer’s Association has shown the vision and leadership to support the quest for effective…

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FridayFeb 08, 2019 1:14 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Green Hygienics Holdings Inc. (GRYN) Aims to Make the Most of Recent Legislative Changes

Full-scope, premium cannabis company Green Hygienics Holdings (OTCQB: GRYN) is poised to benefit from recent legislative changes in San Diego that could help it expand to the region, despite increased competition over cultivation land. GRYN plans to introduce its brands to the San Diego market first, before moving on to the rest of the United States and then internationally. A recent article discussing the company reads, “The approvals in San Diego are a part of a larger, nationwide initiative aimed at supporting recreational cannabis sales. The attempt was first made legal in California about two years ago, when the state…

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FridayFeb 08, 2019 1:03 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Icon Exploration Inc. (TSX.V: IEX.H) Strategically Chooses Acquisition Target Based on Cannabis Industry Trends and Expectations

After careful consideration, Icon Exploration (TSX.V: IEX.H) CEO Rob Fia selected City View Green ("CVG"), a vertically integrated cannabis company incorporated under the laws of Ontario, Canada, as its acquisition target. The company recently signed a formal share exchange agreement relating to its proposed acquisition of CVG, taking a step toward fulfilling IEX.H’s mission to create a well-diversified company that’s able to produce long-term returns for its shareholders and investors. An article further discussing the company reads, “With Icon Exploration’s current focus on the cannabis industry, president and CEO Rob Fia has spent several years surveying industry trends, aiming to…

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FridayFeb 08, 2019 12:16 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Why Cool Events Inc. (RNWR) Is ‘One to Watch’

Cool Events (OTC: RNWR) offers a variety of unique, experiential running and obstacle events that attract thousands of participants sharing a passion for running and helping others. An article discussing the company reads, “Cool Events dedicates each of its trademarked runs and events to childhood cancer awareness, making sure this critically important issue is spread throughout the nation one runner, one race at a time. Since its first event in August 2013, the company has donated more than $1 million to Phoenix Children’s Hospital/Children’s Miracle Network and hundreds of thousands more to other charity partners such as Ronald McDonald House…

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