CannabisNewsBreaks

MondayApr 23, 2018 12:10 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Earth Science Tech, Inc. (ETST) Employs Proactive Approach to Accelerate Development Growth

Innovative biotech company Earth Science Tech (OTC: ETST), through its partnership with Laboratories BNK Canada, Inc., is advancing toward commercialization of its new testing services. An article discussing the company reads: “Through ETST’s connection with Défi Montréal, key individuals have already been brought on board to advance the acceleration of operations. In January 2018, ETST announced a deal with Laboratories BNK Canada, Inc. for clinical studies related to the MSN-2 medical device. The MSN-2 is a home kit designed for the detection of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) from a self-obtained gynecological specimen. MSN-2 has been confirmed through studies to detect…

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MondayApr 23, 2018 10:06 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – EVIO, Inc. (EVIO) Subsidiary Acquires Stake in Canadian Cannabis Testing Lab

EVIO, Inc. (OTCQB: EVIO), a leading provider of cannabis testing and scientific research for the regulated cannabis industry, this morning announced that its newly launched EVIO Canada subsidiary attained its first portfolio addition through the signing of an agreement to acquire 50% of Keystone Labs. Keystone Labs is a privately-owned, Heath Canada-accredited testing facility with a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) establishment license based in Edmonton, Alberta. EVIO Canada is paying a total price of approximately C$2,495,000, through a payment of C$2,035,000 to Keystone Labs shareholders for 45% of the issued and outstanding shares plus the purchase of shares bought directly…

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MondayApr 23, 2018 9:29 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Initiates Human Clinical Study on TurboCBD Capsules; Presenting Breakthrough Nicotine Absorption Study Results

Drug delivery platform innovator Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) this morning announced that it has commenced a clinical study in Europe that is evaluating the cardiovascular and cognitive health effects of Lexaria's high absorption TurboCBD™ capsules. The data produced by the study will be of significant benefit to the company and its partners, providing objective human performance findings that will support the development of Lexaria’s next-generation cannabinoid product formulations. Results of the study are anticipated within 90 days. In addition, Lexaria also announced that it will be presenting the results of its recent breakthrough nicotine absorption study at…

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FridayApr 20, 2018 3:42 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (CIIX) Capitalizing on Growing Industries through Cryptocurrency, Blockchain Ventures

Market analysis company ChineseInvestors.com (OTCQB: CIIX) recently acquired equipment to participate in cryptocurrency mining to capitalize on the growing blockchain industry. An article discussing the company reads: “ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) is doubling down on its commitment to cryptocurrency. The company recently announced that it has acquired various pieces of equipment, including AntMiners, and installed them inside of a secure datacenter near Seattle. CIIX intends to use this equipment to explore blockchain mining (http://cnw.fm/r0rDn). … CIIX said that, based on initial reports, it believes that cryptocurrency mining will result in a successful venture. If this forecast proves correct, CIIX anticipates…

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FridayApr 20, 2018 3:34 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Earth Science Tech, Inc. (ETST) Projects a Breakout Year in 2018

Earth Science Tech (OTC: ETST), an innovative biotech company focused on the cannabidiol (“CBD”), nutraceutical and pharmaceutical fields, is following through on its objective to reach new heights in the alternative medicine market. An article discussing the company reads: “Earth Science Tech, Inc. (OTC: ETST), by naming Gagan Hunter as its new COO, has completed a transition, positioning the company to reach ‘new heights’ with a new team in place and a revamped marketing strategy for its industrial hemp-sourced line as a cannabinoid complex, as detailed by Nickolas Tabraue, company director and president, in a recent news release (http://cnw.fm/qHu9l). Tabraue,…

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FridayApr 20, 2018 2:48 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Global Hemp Group, Inc. (CSE: GHG) (FRA: GHG) (OTC: GBHPF) Anticipates Senate Bill Addressing Hemp Regulation

Hemp cultivation company Global Hemp Group (CSE: GHG) (FRANKFURT: GHG) (OTC: GBHPF) is set to profit from if the Hemp Farming Act of 2018 passes. The bill would bring hemp farming into the mainstream. An article discussing the company reads: “Global Hemp Group, Inc. (CSE: GHG) (FRANKFURT: GHG) (OTC: GBHPF) is joining other leaders in the hemp industry through its anticipation of the impending Senate bill, sponsored by Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, that would remove hemp from the scheduled list of controlled substances in the U.S. and, instead, make it an agricultural commodity (http://cnw.fm/GNQ7v). “It’s now time to take the…

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FridayApr 20, 2018 9:34 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – SinglePoint, Inc. (SING) President and CEO Discuss Company Activity on MoneyTV

Specialized holding company SinglePoint, Inc. (OTCQB: SING) was a featured company this week on an episode of MoneyTV with Donald Baillargeon, an internationally syndicated television program discussing “money and what makes it happen.” In the episode, SinglePoint CEO Greg Lambrecht and president Wil Ralston discuss presenting at the upcoming Equities Conference, as well as the company’s completed audits, Nasdaq target, and acquisition activity. “2018 is going to be huge year for SinglePoint in terms of acquisitions. We've also got a lot going on internally with internal project development such as our LastMile delivery application and some of our blockchain solutions…

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ThursdayApr 19, 2018 11:34 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – EVIO, Inc. (EVIO) Launches Canadian Subsidiary, Enters Binding Agreement to Acquire Stake in Cannabis Testing Facility

EVIO, Inc. (OTCQB: EVIO), a leading provider of cannabis testing and scientific research for the regulated cannabis industry, this morning announced the establishment of a new and wholly-owned subsidiary, EVIO Canada, which will serve as the parent company for EVIO’s Canadian operations. Concurrently, EVIO Canada announced today that it has entered into a binding agreement to acquire 50 percent of Keystone Labs Inc., a privately held, independent contract-testing laboratory specializing in quality testing for regulated industries located in Edmonton, Alberta. “Keystone Labs is one of 37 laboratories licensed by Health Canada and one of only three laboratories that hold both…

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ThursdayApr 19, 2018 10:24 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Hiku Brands Co. Ltd. (CSE: HIKU) (OTC: DJACF) and WeedMD, Inc. (TSX-V: WMD) (OTC: WDDMF) (FSE: 4WE) Enter Agreement to Merge

Canada’s first vertically-integrated cannabis brand house Hiku Brands Co. Ltd. (CSE: HIKU) (OTC: DJACF), along with WeedMD Inc. (TSX-V: WMD) (OTC: WDDMF) (FSE: 4WE), this morning announced that the companies have entered into a definitive agreement to merge the two companies. Upon completion of the transaction, existing Hiku and WeedMD shareholders will own roughly 51.75% and 48.25% of the combined company, respectively, on a fully-diluted basis. Common shares of the resulting entity are anticipated to be listed on the TSX Venture Exchange, subject to regulatory approvals. Hiku and WeedMD are hosting a conference call on Friday, April 20, 2018 beginning at 10…

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ThursdayApr 19, 2018 10:17 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Global Payout, Inc. (GOHE) Announces MoneyTrac Technology’s Planned Attendance at San Diego EarthFair

Payment solutions company Global Payout, Inc. (OTC: GOHE) this morning announced that MoneyTrac Technology, Inc. (“MTRAC”), a company in which GOHE currently holds an 18 percent ownership stake, will be in attendance at the 2018 San Diego EarthFair, which is scheduled to take place this Sunday, April 22, 2018, at Balboa Park. Per the update, EarthFair is the largest free environmental event in the world, and it will feature Cannabis Village, an area dedicated to the promotion of safe and effective consumption of cannabis and hemp products. EarthFair is expected to host 300 exhibitors and attract a crowd of up…

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