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ThursdayNov 30, 2017 9:00 am

Investors Could Reap Global Rewards of Research into Medical Cannabis Science

NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage: With cannabis set to become legal for recreational use in July 2018 in Canada, and usage of the product for medical purposes steadily rising both in Canada and worldwide, cannabis companies have ramped up their efforts to make new scientific discoveries related to the plant’s medical uses. Companies leading the quest to demonstrate the potential of cannabis in a medicinal context are Veritas Pharma (CSE: VRT) (OTC: VRTHF) (FRT: 2VP) (VRTHF Profile), GW Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: GWPH), Canopy Growth Corp. (OTC: TWMJF) (TSX: WEED), Aphria, Inc. (OTCQB: APHQF) (TSX: APH) and Aurora Cannabis, Inc. (OTCQX: ACBFF) (TSX: ACB).…

WednesdayNov 29, 2017 9:00 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) Technology Offers a Sweet Escape for Cannabis Users without Smoking or Sweeteners

Proprietary lipophilic enhancement technology boosts bioavailability of orally ingested cannabinoids and masks unpleasant taste Only company in the world to obtain a patent for improved oral or ingestible delivery of all cannabinoids, including both non-psychoactive and psychoactive Company generates revenue from out-licensing its technology The cannabis market is exploding globally as well as domestically, and Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) has pioneered an enabling technology that enhances the body’s absorption of cannabinoids—an advancement from which many cannabis-related companies can profit. Lexaria’s proprietary lipophilic enhancement technology has demonstrated the ability to boost the bioavailability of all orally ingested cannabinoids.…

WednesdayNov 29, 2017 9:00 am

India Globalization Capital, Inc. (NYSE: IGC) Enters MOU for Distribution in Germany, Plans to Commercialize Liquid Formulation of Hyalolex

IGC is scheduled to market a liquid formulation of its drug, IGC-AD1 (Hyalolex), in 2018; company is eyeing markets in Germany, Canada and U.S. states where licensed medical cannabis has been legalized IGC is exclusive licensee of a U.S. patent filing for possible THC-based Alzheimer's disease (AD) therapy, which, if approved, could give it a huge advantage in competition for share of global drug market for AD Alzheimer’s Association: Some five million Americans have AD or some form of dementia, and $259 billion is being spent on treatments in 2017 — a number that could skyrocket to $1.1 trillion by…

TuesdayNov 28, 2017 11:04 am

Global Payout, Inc. (GOHE) Guided by Vision and Acumen

GOHE at vanguard of explosive FinTech industry growth Guided by nearly 100 years of executive talent and experience Proprietary state-of-the art systems position GOHE for significant footprint Founded in 2009 with a focus on prepaid debit cards and electronic wallets, Global Payout, Inc. (OTC: GOHE) has deftly evolved into a full service payment platform that delivers complete customizable payment solutions for almost any entity engaged in domestic or international financial transactions. A leader in the booming FinTech industry, Global Payout has distinguished itself as a premier global provider of payment and disbursement services to unbanked, underbanked and bank adverse customers.…

MondayNov 27, 2017 12:31 pm

92 Resources Corp. (TSX.V: NTY) (OTCQB: RGDCF) (FSE: R9G2) Obtains Legal Entity Identifier Number Required by European Union

LEI number is equivalent to a barcode and The European Union requires it to identify financial market participants, such as banks and investment funds German Stock Exchanges (Frankfurt Stock Exchange) mandate that LEI numbers are required by January 3, 2018 for all listed companies 92 Resources Corp. is a Vancouver, Canada-based emerging junior exploration company that owns six sites in Canada 92 Resources Corp. (TSX.V: NTY) (OTCQB: RGDCF) (FSE: R9G2) announced that it has been assigned a Legal Entity Identifier ("LEI") number (http://nnw.fm/6E0Us). It is significant because the European Union has adopted regulations that require use of the LEI as…

MondayNov 27, 2017 12:19 pm

Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (REFG) Integrates Cryptocurrency Payment Options

The rapid growth of the legal cannabis industry has increased the need for tailored and comprehensive payment solutions for dispensaries and other retailers in the field. Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions partnered up with First Bitcoin Capital Corporation to enable cryptocurrency payments. The company has also launched its specialized digital payment platform for dispensaries that ensures full compliance and delivers full-spectrum merchant processing services. Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (OTC: REFG) announced that it will integrate First Bitcoin cryptocurrency ("$Weed") with its StateSourced medical cannabis payment gateway service. The announcement came in November, following a partnership agreement between Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions…

MondayNov 27, 2017 11:41 am

ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (CIIX) OptHemp Line Achieves a Big Hit with Product Launch

OptHemp Product Line successfully launched on Amazon and Alibaba CBD Magic Hemp Series generated 40,000 views and the purchase of over 91 units just minutes into launch CIIX offering is an innovative product line in what CBD Biotechnology believes to be an untapped segment of China’s booming skin care market ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX), in partnership with its foreign enterprise, CBD Biotechnology Co. Ltd. and through its subsidiary ChineseHempOil.com, Inc. has successfully launched its OptHemp product Line via a Top 100 platinum level seller on Amazon.com (NASDAQ: AMZN) and on China’s largest e-commerce retailer Alibaba. During its debut broadcast of…

MondayNov 27, 2017 11:09 am

RJD Green Inc. (RJDG) Finds Staying Power with Wide Reach

Company expects $9.6 million in revenues for first 12 months operating its health care services division Launching animal waste product in 4Q2017 aimed at offering improved environmental sustainability Forecasts 50 percent YOY growth for home interiors subsidiary in 2017 What do the health care, eco-friendly, and construction industries have in common? Start with their ability to generate a return on investment when a savvy partner is involved, and you don’t have to think too hard about the rest. RJD Green Inc.’s (OTC: RJDG) merger and acquisition strategy places an emphasis on buying, partnering or entering joint ventures with companies that…

MondayNov 27, 2017 9:53 am

Pressure BioSciences Inc. (PBIO) Forms Strategic Collaboration with Phasex Corporation to Address Markets for Nanoemulsions

Goal is to combine PBIO’s patented Ultra Shear Technology (UST) with Phasex’ Supercritical Fluid (SCF) processing to develop stable, water-soluble nanoemulsions As part of this collaboration, PBIO and Phasex seek to develop stable, water-soluble nanoemulsions of nutraceuticals, including CBD-enriched plant oil CEO of PBIO sees collaboration leading to a ‘Value-add’ for Phasex customers and a highly profitable service model for both PBIO and Phasex Pressure BioSciences Inc. (OTCQB: PBIO) recently announced a strategic collaboration with Phasex Corporation to develop stable, water-soluble nanoemulsions of nutraceuticals (http://nnw.fm/RhwT6). These nanoemulsions may exhibit improved absorption, greater stability, higher bioavailability and other strategic and medical…

WednesdayNov 22, 2017 12:26 pm

LottoGopher Holdings Inc. (OTCQB: LTTGF) (CSE: LOTO) (FRA: 2LG) Eyes Faster Growth with Blockchain Strategy

LTTGF sets sights on $80 billion U.S. lottery market Cryptocurrencies and online lottery disruption targeted by LTTGF’s blockchain plans Federal Reserve study: non-cash payments hit $178 trillion, led by quick growth of debit cards LottoGopher Holdings Inc. (OTCQB: LTTGF) (CSE: LOTO) (FSE: 2LG) is positioning itself to excel in a cryptocurrency world as the U.S. and other countries increasingly become cashless. The Los Angeles-based company is making online lotto gaming with cryptocurrencies attractive to consumers who increasingly make purchases with non-cash methods. LTTGF’s blockchain creation strategy could generate even more growth in this environment by adding a security to transactions…

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