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FridayJan 19, 2018 1:06 pm

AnalytixInsight Inc. (TSX.V: ALY) (OTCQB: ATIXF) Evaluates Convergence of AI with Blockchain Tech

Company notes record revenues in latest quarterly report Global big data revenues expected to approach $80 billion within three to five years Blockchain’s security may enhance AI’s data learning to provide greater efficiency options The world marked 2017 as the year blockchain technology and its derivative applications created real revenue-generating excitement for business, even while differing experts debated whether the transaction-securing tech is truly foundational or simply the market darling of the moment. Among the companies evaluating the changing data landscape was AnalytixInsight, Inc. (TSX.V: ALY) (OTCQB: ATIXF), a dealer in the much older and still nascent technology sector of…

FridayJan 19, 2018 12:27 pm

PreveCeutical Medical Inc. (CSE: PREV) (OTCQB: PRVCF) (FSE: 18H) Combining Nature and Science to Make Life Better

Company utilizing novel Caribbean blue scorpion venom therapy for immune system boost PreveCeutical seeks new ways to treat cancers, metabolic disorders, pain, infectious diseases and cardiovascular disease Partnership with University of Queensland researchers advances scientific scope of projects In the modern health care industry, disease prevention has taken a commanding role as screenings and regularly scheduled physician visits aim to minimize costs that could otherwise spiral out of control once a chronic condition is established. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report an ongoing concern that Americans are using preventive services at about half the recommended rate (http://nnw.fm/b93YW).…

FridayJan 19, 2018 11:26 am

Proposed Merger Expands Skinvisible, Inc. (SKVI) Horizons into Multi-Billion Dollar Pain Market

Company has developed and licensed novel drug delivery systems and products for over 15 years With 14 patents, Skinvisible has proven efficacy and global reach Proposed merger may transform non-opioid pain market At the cutting edge of innovative drug delivery technology since 1999, Skinvisible, Inc. (OTCQB: SKVI), in a recently announced Letter of Intent of a proposed merger with Quoin Pharmaceuticals, is now expanding its horizons into the global pain management therapeutics market. The pain management therapeutics market is projected to expand at a 3.7 percent CAGR and exceed $83 billion in the United States by 2024 (http://nnw.fm/2GytJ). Skinvisible, through…

ThursdayJan 18, 2018 9:00 am

Cannabis Conundrum Fuels Possible Advantage for Industry Sub-sectors

NetworkNewsWire Coverage: Cannabis stocks just got whipsawed. The sector soared after the New Year when California legalized recreational marijuana. The following day the sector sank when the U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions rescinded the federal policy of non-interference with qualifying state marijuana laws, known as the Cole Memorandum. Mr. Sessions’ action sent shivers of uncertainty and confusion throughout the cannabis industry. At the heart of the conundrum is what to do about the millions of people who rely on non-psychoactive cannabidiol (CBD) as part of their personal care and wellness regimen. The hemp-based CBD sector looks to be the possible…

ThursdayJan 18, 2018 9:00 am

Repeal of Cole Memo Raises Concerns, Opportunities for Cannabis Industry

NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage: Shortly after cannabis enthusiasts and investors celebrated California’s January 1, 2018, rollout of legal recreational marijuana sales to adults, the federal government reversed its course on marijuana policy, calling for tighter enforcement of marijuana laws. U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions rescinded the Cole Memorandum, a 2013 policy that offered some protections from federal prosecution for the cultivation, distribution and possession of cannabis in states where the highly regulated plant is legal (http://nnw.fm/7h5KR). Sessions’ decision ushered in a deeper freeze to the banking dilemma facing cannabis retailers, who have found themselves relying primarily on cash transactions since cannabis…

ThursdayJan 18, 2018 9:00 am

Expectations for 2018 on Blockchain Applications in the Energy Industry

NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage: The excitement generated by the potential use of blockchain technology in many industries has been slow to reach the energy sector. However, indications are that 2018 could see several companies in the field adopting the revolutionary technology, which could substantially transform the energy industry’s markets and processes. Several companies in the oil and gas industry are already looking to incorporate blockchain technology in their business processes, including Petroteq Energy Inc. (TSX.V: PQE) (OTCQX: PQEFF) (PQEFF Profile), British Petroleum p.l.c. (NYSE: BP) and Royal Dutch Shell plc (OTC: RYDAF). Information technology companies servicing the energy industry, including IBM…

WednesdayJan 17, 2018 3:04 pm

Earth Science Tech, Inc. (ETST) Caps a Year of Achievement by Doubling Revenues

Portfolio of hemp-derived CBD products Opening of new production facilities New subsidiaries, acquisitions and joint ventures Earth Science Tech, Inc. (OTC: ETST) is celebrating another year of accomplishment. In 2017, the company churned out a series of advancements that included the launch of new subsidiaries and products and an acquisition, along with entry into marketing, manufacturing and distribution agreements. It also commenced pre-launch human trials of a new product designed to join the fight against opioid addiction. As a result, 2017 revenues were almost twice as much as in 2016. Now, even though the stock is trading at around $1.00,…

WednesdayJan 17, 2018 2:19 pm

Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (REFG) Breaking the Cannabis Payment Logjam

State-sanctioned cannabis businesses forced into cash-only operations due to federal conundrum Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions has alternative for cannabis banking that solves cash handling issues Company’s proprietary system breaks logjam and provides businesses with competitive advantages As the scientific evidence of the medical efficacy of marijuana has mounted, multiple states have begun to legalize its use. Ignoring antiquated federal strictures, 29 states now permit medicinal use, with eight states allowing recreational use, and more states are expected to expand legalization this coming year. The acceptance of marijuana throughout the nation has spawned a multi-billion dollar industry, yet it has also…

WednesdayJan 17, 2018 1:17 pm

ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (CIIX) Boosts Investor Relations Revenue, Eyes Profitability in FY2018

CIIX records sharply higher investor relations revenue in 1Q2018 and FY2017 as it expands program offerings for branding clients In FY2018, company will focus on new cryptocurrency division as it increases commitment to bitcoin education and hosts bitcoin ATM in lobby of its San Gabriel, California, headquarters Warren Wang, CEO of CIIX, sets goal of profitability in FY2018 ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) remains diverse, but it has realigned and set a goal of profitability in FY2018 as it increases its core investor relations revenues and offerings while reaffirming its educational services in its cryptocurrency division and its commitment to bitcoin…

WednesdayJan 17, 2018 9:00 am

Investors Turn to Producers to Capitalize on Lithium Growth

NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage: Without a commodities market for lithium, investors wanting to get a share of this rapidly growing segment of the energy industry are wise to keep an eye on lithium producers. For lithium mining companies like Standard Lithium Ltd. (TSX.V: SLL) (FRA: S5L) (OTCQX: STLHF) (STLHF profile), the increased interest in metal supply from the U.S. place it on watchlists occupied by larger peers like Liberty One Lithium Corp. (TSX.V: LBY) (OTCQB: LRTTF) (FRANKFURT: L1T), Nemaska Lithium Inc. (TSX: NMX) (OTCQX: NMKEF) (FRANKFURT: N0T), eCobalt Solutions (TSX: ECS) (OTCQX: ECSIF) and Sociedad Quimica y Minera S.A. (NYSE:SQM). Lithium…