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ThursdayApr 09, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – COVID-19 Crisis Triggers Changes in Marijuana Consumer Behavior

It's safe to say the world has never experienced something quite like the Coronavirus pandemic. Three months after appearing in Wuhan, China, the virus has infected more than 1.4 million individuals worldwide and claimed at least 87,000 lives. Countries have had to radically overhaul systems that have been in place for decades to help contain the virus. And many experts say things may not go back to 'normal' once the pandemic dies down. One interesting development with the announcement of lockdowns in various U.S. states was the increased demand for marijuana. Both recreational and medical marijuana dispensaries were seeing increased…

ThursdayApr 09, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Arizona Marijuana Campaigners Petition Supreme Court to Authorize Electronic Signature Gathering

The Coronavirus pandemic has ground the world to a complete halt. All but the most essential businesses have been closed and people are instructed to stay indoors and practice social distancing. Not only has the pandemic put a ton of strain on healthcare systems around the world, but it has also made most economic, social and political activities virtually impossible. Drug legalization campaigns have been especially hit. With most people under lockdown to prevent the spread of the virus, signature collecting has been put on hold. However, activists in Arizona have petitioned the Supreme Court to allow electronic signature gathering.…

WednesdayApr 08, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Delaware Officials Authorize Medical Cannabis Deliveries Amid Coronavirus Crisis

Most states with legal cannabis programs have deemed marijuana essential as the world grapples with the Coronavirus pandemic. To reduce new infections and curb the spread of the virus, numerous governments all over the world have ordered lockdowns of varying degrees. Residents have been advised to stay indoors unless they absolutely have to, and all but the most essential businesses have been closed for the time being. Fortunately for the millions of patients who rely on medical marijuana, marijuana was included in this category. With the exception of Massachusetts which has only allowed medical marijuana stores to remain open, all…

WednesdayApr 08, 2020 11:53 am

Champignon Brands Inc. (CSE: SHRM) (OTC: SHRMF) (FWB: 496) Poised to Rapid Growth in the Burgeoning Psychedelics Market

SHRM completed successful IPO, raising $2.8 million; lists its stocks in the U.S. and Germany Unlike rapidly declining general market, nascent industry reports rapid growth, yet few players occupy the space SHRM well positioned to capitalize on the burgeoning market, placed ahead of scarce competition Champignon Brands Inc. (CSE: SHRM) (OTC: SHRMF) (FWB: 496) is a Canadian research-driven company specializing in the formulation of medicinal-mushroom health products, and novel delivery platforms for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries. SHRM is poised for rapid growth as the emerging psychedelics sector has been on the rise amid volatility that is taking place in…

WednesdayApr 08, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Federal Government to Fund Research into Effects of COVID-19 on Marijuana Consumers

The last time the world faced anything as life-changing as the Coronavirus was a century ago. The pandemic has shown just how unprepared most countries were for a health crisis of this magnitude. The virus first appeared in Wuhan, China and has spread to all continents except Antarctica. Over 1.3 million individuals have been infected worldwide, with at least 73,000 lives lost. The virus shares many symptoms with pneumonia, and it attacks the respiratory system. Although everyone is at risk of infection, individuals with weak immune systems are at a higher risk of succumbing. Countries like Italy with a large…

TuesdayApr 07, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Massachusetts Sees More Applications for Medical Marijuana Cards During COVID-19 Pandemic

As the novel Coronavirus keeps the world in a perpetual state of fear and uncertainty, Massachusetts has registered an upsurge in the number of people seeking medical marijuana cards. This has been a consistent theme in most states that allow medical marijuana, with both medical and recreational marijuana stores experiencing increased demand. COVID-19 first appeared in Wuhan, China in late 2019 and three months later has infected over 1.3 million individuals and claimed at least 73,000 lives. The U.S. has become the epicenter of the Coronavirus pandemic with over 360,000 infections and 10,764 deaths. Understandably, most of the country has…

TuesdayApr 07, 2020 1:28 pm

Insights of the U.S Pot Consumers Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

The global pandemic coronavirus pushed people to stock up on goods when global leaders started to implement national lockdown to limit the spread of the virus. While the average person stocks up on food, toilet paper, hand sanitizer, and face masks, others stock up on marijuana. How many of them did so for medical purposes? What about recreational? A study conducted by the AmericanMarijuana.org involved 990 survey takers of the U.S. marijuana consumers and their purpose, usage, and preferred activity to perform at home during the quarantine or also known as “shelter in place” in some areas. U.S Marijuana Consumers'…

TuesdayApr 07, 2020 11:42 am

SinglePoint Inc. (SING) Seizes Fresh Market Opportunities, Continues Capitalizing on Solar Amid Triple-Digit Growth

SING generated 190% year-on-year revenue growth, looking for more roll-up solar acquisitions Company expands into new lucrative markets as opportunities arise; launches hemp-infused hand sanitizers, expands rapidly into profitable commercial solar sector SING poses attractive investment opportunity, potential for high growth opportunities for investors Adept at analyzing market trends and selecting initiatives with untapped growth potential, SinglePoint Inc. (OTCQB: SING) is a diversified holding company that focuses on acquisitions of small to mid-sized companies, assisting them to become multi-national brands while providing investors with high growth opportunities across a wide range of assets and industries. SING has reported significant revenue…

TuesdayApr 07, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – North Dakota Campaigners Suspend Marijuana Legalization Drive Due to COVID-19

Three months after first appearing Wuhan, China, the Coronavirus has left the entire world in a panic. Most of us have never experienced something of such epic proportions, with more than one million people infected and over 60,000 lives lost. Presently, most governments have issued directives to help curb the spread of the virus. People are directed to stay indoors and only leave when they absolutely have to, and all but the most essential businesses have shut down operations. Unsurprisingly, this hasn't been easy on the economy, with more than 6 million people filing for unemployment last week, the largest…

MondayApr 06, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – How Cannabis Retailers Can Protect Themselves and Their Clients Amidst COVID-19

To reduce the spread of the Coronavirus, most governments have implemented lockdowns of varying degrees. People are encouraged to stay indoors unless they absolutely have to, public gatherings have been banned and all but the most essential businesses have been shut down for the time being. Essential businesses include supermarkets and grocery stores, pharmacies, and daycare centers. To the delight of the patients and over 200,000 employees who rely on the industry, the cannabis industry has been deemed essential by a number of states. Cannabis is quite effective against stress, anxiety, and depression, after all. On top of that, a…

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