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WednesdayJun 20, 2018 10:06 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Petroteq Energy Inc. (TSX.V: PQE) (OTCQX: PQEFF) Details Plans to Expand Advisory Board

Fully integrated oil and gas company Petroteq Energy Inc. (TSX.V: PQE) (OTCQX: PQEFF) this morning announced a new initiative to expand the size and scope of its advisory board. “With the recent initiation of production at our facility, we have a backlog of interest from partners around the world for which a visit to an operating facility was the logical next step,” Alex Blyumkin, executive chairman of Petroteq, stated in the news release. “Our plan is to add experienced energy entrepreneurs and executives to our ranks to handle the inquiries we have been fielding, as well as develop new opportunities…

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WednesdayJun 20, 2018 9:54 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – GTX Corp (GTXO) Engages NetworkNewsWire for Corporate Communications Solutions

GTX Corp (OTC: GTXO) this morning announced that it has engaged the corporate communications expertise of NetworkNewsWire (“NNW”). GTXO is a GPS technology-focused holding company that was founded on a “Big Idea” with the simple premise of locating persons or possessions at the touch of a button. The company’s patented products and solutions deliver real-time, continuous location coordinates that provide users with greater security and peace of mind. As part of the Client-Partner relationship with GTX Corp, NNW will employ its investor-based distribution network of over 5,000 key syndication outlets, various newsletters, social media channels, blogs and other outreach tools…

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WednesdayJun 20, 2018 9:30 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – EVIO, Inc. (EVIO) Preparing for Increased Demand as California’s July 1 Testing Deadline Approaches

EVIO, Inc. (OTCQB: EVIO), a leading provider of cannabis testing and scientific research for the regulated cannabis industry, this morning detailed its recent expansion to meet increased cannabis testing demand following California’s July 1 testing deadline. The regulations set forth by California's Bureau of Cannabis Control state that, beginning July 1, a licensed retailer may only sell cannabis goods that have met all state-mandated testing requirements. Among EVIO’s efforts, the company’s EVIO Labs Berkeley facility is in the process of becoming ISO 17025 accredited – the highest recognized quality standard in the world for calibration and testing laboratories. “The new…

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WednesdayJun 20, 2018 9:23 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Lithium Chile Inc. (TSX.V: LITH) (OTC: LTMCF) Prepares to Commence Exploration Drill Program on Ollague Project

Lithium Chile (TSX.V: LITH) (OTC: LTMCF) this morning announced that it has received written consent from the community of Ollague to begin an exploration drilling program on its Ollague project. The company is proceeding with drill mobilization and expects drilling to begin soon. The program will comprise of four holes drilled to a minimum 250 meters based on drilling conditions and brine content. Data collection will include lithology and depth-specific geochemical samples. Brine sampling will also be completed. Lithium Chile will seek to permit additional exploration and development programs at Ollague upon the successful completion of the first four holes…

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TuesdayJun 19, 2018 2:43 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Square Inc. (NYSE: SQ) Granted New York Virtual Currency License, Bitcoin Price Surges

The price of bitcoin recorded a significant spike on Monday following news that the New York State Department of Financial Services had granted Square Inc. (NYSE: SQ) a virtual currency license. Per Coindesk, the cryptocurrency’s price climbed from a Monday low of $6,404 to a high of $6,729 over the course of about seven hours. Award of this license marks a major milestone for Square, as New York-based users of the company’s Cash App can now buy and sell bitcoin in real-time. This certification further solidifies Square’s position as one of the most high-profile firms currently operating in the cryptocurrency…

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TuesdayJun 19, 2018 12:33 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Petroteq Energy Inc. (TSX.V: PQE) (OTCQX: PQEFF) Hosts Media Day, Initiates Production at Asphalt Ridge Oil Extraction Facility

Fully integrated oil and gas company Petroteq Energy Inc. (TSX.V: PQE) (OTCQX: PQEFF) has successfully unveiled its environmentally friendly heavy oil processing and extraction plant located at the Asphalt Ridge in Uintah Basin, Utah. In addition, company management leveraged the opportunity of this media day to commence production at the plant. Members of the press received a complete explanation and demonstration of the production process. Petroteq plans to hold a formal grand opening of the plant in September of 2018. "This event at the plant was a culmination of two years of hard work by our entire team and getting…

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TuesdayJun 19, 2018 12:03 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – EVIO, Inc. (EVIO) Names New Board Member

EVIO (OTCQB: EVIO) this morning said in a news release that Felipe Campusano has joined the company's board of directors as an independent director. "We are pleased to welcome Felipe to join our board and look forward to his contributions," EVIO chief executive officer William Waldrop stated in the news release. "He's been very successful operating Canadian pharmacies and his insight into the cannabis industry will be valuable to our business environment, including our new Bioscience division. Felipe's expertise in pharmaceutical business management will strengthen EVIO's ability to generate partnerships with medical and healthcare providers. He has disrupted the pharmaceutical…

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TuesdayJun 19, 2018 11:40 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – FANDOM SPORTS Media Corp. (CSE: FDM) (OTC: FDMSF) (FRA: TQ42) App Receives Approval from Galaxy App Store

Fan-focused entertainment company FANDOM SPORTS Media Corp. (CSE: FDM) (OTC: FDMSF) (FRANKFURT: TQ42) this morning announced that, in conjunction with a U.S. focused digital marketing campaign, the FANDOM SPORTS App has been approved for the Galaxy App Store. Per the update, acceptance into the Galaxy App Store ensures exposure to “high quality Android users for Galaxy versions 7, 8 & 9.” Moving forward, the Samsung ecosystem will promote the FANDOM SPORTS App at main user entry points, giving the company access to integrated promotional elements that include badges and app banners designed to link particular app group pages with all…

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TuesdayJun 19, 2018 11:28 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Virtual Crypto Technologies Inc. (VRCP) Reveals New Point of Sale Terminals, Updated NetoBit Application

Cryptocurrency-focused technology company Virtual Crypto Technologies Inc. (OTCQB: VRCP) this morning unveiled the upgraded version of its crypto point-of-sale (“POS”) terminals as well as an updated NetoBit application titled NetoBit Pay. The new double-screen terminal boasts an intuitive display, smart card reader, magnetic stripe reader, camera, barcode scanner and a 58 mm thermal printer, replacing the previous tablet-style hardware. The new platform reflects the ATM process familiar to consumers, allowing them to scan an app-generated QR code rather than requiring an email address or other information in order to execute a transaction. Additionally, the updated application gives operators control of…

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TuesdayJun 19, 2018 10:53 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Global Payout, Inc. (GOHE) Subsidiary Approaching Launch of Blockchain-Powered Payment Solution at San Diego Dispensary

Global Payout, Inc. (OTC: GOHE), through wholly owned subsidiary MTRAC Tech Corp., this morning announced that it has commenced integration of its blockchain-powered payment solution into its first merchant location. Per the update, the MTRAC kiosk was initially installed at ManKind, a San Diego-based dispensary, on June 15, and Global Payout intends to dedicate the next few days toward “integrating the cashless payment platform and prepping the new client for their initial launch.” The company expects full launch of the newly-integrated system to occur on June 25. “Getting our first client up and running marks a monumental week here at…

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