CannabisNewsBreaks

ThursdayJan 17, 2019 11:45 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Golden Developing Solutions, Inc. (DVLP) Expanding “Where’s Weed” Segment and Primary Assets Following Blockbuster $18M in Transactions

Emerging leader in the cannabis, hemp, and cannabidiol (“CBD”) marketplace Golden Developing Solutions (OTC: DVLP) this morning announced the broad nationwide expansion of its Where’s Weed segment including its primary assets, the Where’s Weed Mobile App and WheresWeed.com. Where’s Weed provides an online and mobile cannabis services hub that focuses on providing fast, efficient and secure discovery, purchase and delivery scheduling of cannabis in U.S. and Canada across both recreational and medical markets. According to the update, DVLP’s Where’s Weed segment finished 2018 with blockbuster overall growth in annual hosting platform pre-purchase transactions of $18 million. Management believes this powerful…

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ThursdayJan 17, 2019 11:02 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Secures Up to $12M Altria Group Investment in DehydraTECH Technology

Biotechnology company and drug delivery platform innovator Lexaria Bioscience (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Lexaria Nicotine LLC, has entered into a definitive agreement with Altria Group Inc. (NYSE: MO) to fund the research and development of Lexaria’s patented DehydraTECH technology. The company’s DehydraTECH enhances the performance of ingestible products’ beneficial compounds across four categories that include taste and smell, speed of action, bio-absorption and bioavailability. According to the update, the partnership will explore innovation in oral, reduced-risk nicotine products for consumers, as well as potentially commercialize DehydraTECH for oral nicotine delivery. “This is an…

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ThursdayJan 17, 2019 10:26 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Earth Science Tech, Inc. (ETST) Partners with Forzagen to Distribute CBD Products and Tap Into Fresh Territories throughout Mexico and South America

Innovative biotechnology company Earth Science Tech (OTCQB: ETST) today announced its partnership with Forzagen to distribute ETST’s High Grade Full Spectrum Cannabinoids throughout Mexico and South America. Forzagen is a premium dietary supplements provider with a distribution network in Mexico and South America that enables product placement in retailers such as Sam’s Club and Pet Co. The partnership is timely, given Mexico’s permission of the import of CBD products and South America’s continued advancement in that direction. Under the partnership, ETST will also provide Forzagen exclusivity to distribute to all Latin American countries. “This partnership is an amazing opportunity for…

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ThursdayJan 17, 2019 10:17 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Canopy Rivers Inc. (TSX.V: RIV) (OTC: CNPOF) Appoints President with Strategic Career Pedigree

Canopy Rivers (TSX.V: RIV) (OTC: CNPOF) this morning announced that it has appointed Narbe Alexandrian as president of the company, effective immediately. In this role, Alexandrian will report directly to CEO Bruce Linton with responsibilities that include leading corporate development initiatives and managing day-to-day corporate operations. Alexandrian’s experience prior to joining Canopy Rivers includes serving as a venture capitalist at OMERS Ventures, where he sourced and lead private debt and equity investments, assisted in raising over half a billion in capital for deployment in several of the firm’s investment funds, and acted as a board observer for several of the…

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ThursdayJan 17, 2019 9:52 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQB: PLPRF) Launches Fourth Edition of Consumer Favorite Pink Lemonade Cannabis-Infused Gummies, National Parks Foundation to Receive Portion of Proceeds

Leading California edibles manufacturer Plus Products (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQB: PLPRF) this morning announced that it will create the fourth limited edition of its infused gummies - Pink Lemonade. Available for a limited time at select California dispensaries, a portion of this year’s launch proceeds will be donated to the National Parks Foundation. The Pink Lemonade product strikes a balance between sweet and tangy, providing a twist on a classic flavor and precise dosing of 3.5mg of THC and 1.5mg CBD. “Many people ask us how we come up with our new limited-edition flavors and the answer is, our customers. Pink…

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ThursdayJan 17, 2019 9:22 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTC: TGODF) Names Chief Science Officer

The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF), a cannabis-focused research and development company, today announced the appointment of Dr. Rav Kumar, PhD as Chief Science Officer. Dr. Kumar will utilize his more than 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry to lead TGOD’s Science & Innovation Division. He will also oversee all science-related initiatives, including its science portfolio of global product lines for patients and consumers, driving innovation from concept to commercialization. “We are incredibly excited to welcome Dr. Kumar to TGOD. He is a proven and seasoned senior executive with extensive international pharmaceutical experience in developing…

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WednesdayJan 16, 2019 2:48 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – The Supreme Cannabis Company Inc. (TSX.V: FIRE) (OTC: SPRWF) (FRA: 53S1) to Serve the Canadian Cannabis Industry through Consulting Agreement with Khalifa Kush Enterprises

The Supreme Cannabis Company (TSX.V: FIRE) (OTC: SPRWF) (FRA: 53S1) recently executed an exclusive consulting agreement with Khalifa Kush Enterprises Canada ULC, an affiliate of Wiz Khalifa’s Khalifa Kush Enterprises (“KKE”). SPRWF intends to develop and launch a line of premium cannabis products into the emergent Canadian market under the KKE brand. A recent article discussing the company reads, “Supreme Cannabis will have exclusive rights to the KKE brand within Canada. It will also have exclusive rights to potential expansion into global markets. This will depend on approval from KKE, as well as the legal status of the products in…

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WednesdayJan 16, 2019 2:02 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Icon Exploration Inc. (TSX.V: IEX.H) Employing a Vertical Integration Strategy, Targeting the Cannabis Sector

Employing a vertical integration strategy, Icon Exploration (TSX.V: IEX.H) is preparing to begin operations in cannabis cultivation, refining and extraction and retail. An article discussing the company reads, “Icon has been acquiring top talent, as well. Its management team now includes a master grower with cannabis-industry experience to manage indoor grow operations, as well as an extraction expert whose expertise in developing and launching new products was honed while working in Washington state’s cannabis sector. In addition, negotiations are currently in progress with a private company that is seeking 37 retail cannabis licenses in Alberta, Canada, and discussions with various…

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WednesdayJan 16, 2019 12:09 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – CannabisNewsWire Serves as Media Sponsor and Official Newswire for Benzinga’s 2nd Annual Cannabis Capital Conference

Multifaceted financial news and publishing company CannabisNewsWire (“CNW”) today announced its attendance at the second annual Cannabis Capital Conference, taking place in Miami Beach, Florida from January 15-16. CNW is serving as a media sponsor and the official newswire of the conference, hosted by leading financial media outlet Benzinga. “The Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference is a premier convention in the cannabis space, and we are pleased to be part of heightening its awareness throughout the investment community,” CannabisNewsWire Communications Director Jonathan Keim stated in the release. “This conference draws leading cannabis innovators, investors and entrepreneurs from all across North America,…

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WednesdayJan 16, 2019 10:33 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Youngevity International, Inc. (NASDAQ: YGYI) Announces Semifinalists for Better Health Challenge, Adds 2019 Enhancements and Incentives

Leading omni-direct lifestyle company Youngevity International (NASDAQ: YGYI) today announced fourth-quarter 2018 semifinalists for its Better Health Challenge and launched updates to the 2019 challenge, including daily flash briefings through Amazon's Alexa Platform. Per the update, this year's challenge provides a streamlined participant experience and more ways to win. The most recent semifinalists, Greg Anthony and Holly Steiner, lost 70 pounds and 32 pounds, respectively, with each to receive various prizes and a chance to win the $5,000 Grand Prize. “The Better Health Challenge is designed to grow and evolve over time, much like the participants themselves,” Youngevity Health and…

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