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FridayMar 20, 2020 11:38 am

Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Detroit Reschedules

Opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors to network through lightning round presentations and one-on-one interviews Expert perspectives on the state of the cannabis market and projections for future business making in educational panels and speaker forums Brand-promoting media access Cannabis culture business interests from investors to entrepreneurs will find a wide array of interactive panels, expert industry speakers and opportunities to network with other B2B bases during the Cannabis Capital Conference in Detroit, which has been rescheduled to August 18, 2020, as a consequence of the current global health concerns regarding the COVID-19 novel coronavirus. Benzinga will devote its financial media…

FridayMar 20, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – 4 Ways the Coronavirus May Affect the Marijuana Industry

It's official, the novel Coronavirus is now a pandemic. The virus first appeared in Wuhan, China at the close of 2019, and as of now, over 180,000 people have been infected. As the virus swept through China, to Europe, the U.S. and finally Africa, one thing has been pretty clear. Things will get worse before they get better, and recognizing that fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) raised the virus's threat level. The loss of life has been immense, with the virus leaving over 4,000 people dead. The fact that it is extremely communicable hasn't helped, and numerous governments have…

ThursdayMar 19, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Coronavirus Fears Prompt Michigan to Temporarily Allow Curbside Marijuana Deliveries

More than two months after the Coronavirus appeared in Wuhan, China, the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the virus a pandemic. With more than 180,000 infected and over 4,000 left dead in its wake, the virus doesn't seem to be taking a break anytime soon. In fact, governments have started making contingency plans for the worst case scenarios, with experts predicting that up to 70% of Americans may be infected if no treatment is found. As numerous states go into shutdown mode, people have been stocking up for an indeterminate period of self-isolation. Everything from non-perishable foods to cleaning…

ThursdayMar 19, 2020 1:10 pm

Champignon Brands Inc. (CSE: SHRM) Commences Trading on CSE; Evolving Product Portfolio to Support Mental Health, Cognitive Performance

Champignon Brands recently started trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) The company also enters into definitive agreement to acquire Artisan Growers Ltd SHRM specializes in medicinal-mushroom, mushroom-infused products Champignon Brands Inc. (CSE: SHRM), a wellness company specializing in the formulation and distribution of a group of artisanal-mushroom health supplements, recently began trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE). In February 2020, SHRM successfully completed an initial public offering (IPO) through lead agent PI Financial Corp. Additionally, Champignon Brands will look to secure a listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and a quotation on the OTC Marketplace in the United…

ThursdayMar 19, 2020 11:34 am

ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (CIIX) Taking Advantage of Fintech Opportunities, Developing Chinese Cannabis Market, CBD Growth

CIIX concentrating on multi-pronged growth strategy The company operates a top financial-information website, developing CBD initiatives CIIX offers investors unique, contemporary ROI opportunities A fintech enterprise, ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) is focusing on its original mission of providing financial information and services to the larger Chinese community in the United States and globally. CIIX has become a leading financial-information website (in Chinese language character sets) for Chinese-speaking investors in the United States and China and continues to pursue new areas for growth in other industries as well (http://cnw.fm/2Rinf). Via its website, www.ChineseInvestors.com, CIIX offers an array of investor-education products and services.…

ThursdayMar 19, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Cannabis Sales Surge as Customers Fear Coronavirus Restrictions

The novel Coronavirus virus first appeared in Wuhan, China and in the months since it has infected over 170,000 people and left at least 7,000 dead. Naturally, countries are taking precautions, locking down cities, and restricting travel and public meetings to curb the spread of the virus. In the U.S., states and cities are slowly shutting down, with President Trump urging people to limit themselves to groups of no more than 10 people. As people prepare for a long period of isolation, marijuana stores have experienced a dramatic surge in sales, especially over the past weekend. Seeing as most retail…

WednesdayMar 18, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Congressional Committee Passes Bills Expanding Veterans Access to Medical Cannabis

For the past few years, attitudes towards cannabis have been shifting. Although it is still illegal at the federal level, the narrative isn't as dire as it used to be. We now know that the cannabis plant produces a group of chemicals called cannabinoids that have potent and diverse medical properties. We also know that taken consistently and at a reasonable dosage, cannabis can alleviate a ton of conditions, ranging from insomnia and anxiety to chronic pain. However, the road hasn't been easy. A number of states have legalized medical and recreational marijuana use, but the fact that it's illegal…

WednesdayMar 18, 2020 12:16 pm

Champignon Brands Inc. (CSE: SHRM) Leveraging New Research, Focusing on Overall Health for the Everyday Consumer

John Hopkins center for psychedelic research dedicated to discovering potential of mushrooms in support of overall health Global functional-food market forecast to reach $34.3 billion by 2024; both reishi, cordyceps consumption expected to be in high demand Distribution strategy involves e-commerce, social-media influencer marketing, product formulation and R&D agreement with Drip Coffee Social Champignon Brands Inc. (CSE: SHRM) is a Canadian-based, research-driven company specializing in the formulation of mushroom-infused CPGs that promote holistic health and wellness. On March 2, 2020, the company saw its first day of trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE). Committed to sustainability, all SHRM products…

WednesdayMar 18, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Study Finds Marijuana Legalization Boosts Housing Prices

For many, the legalization of recreational marijuana might as well have been trumpets loudly declaring the end of times. Arguments against it ranged aplenty, with some claiming it is a gateway drug while others claimed it would result in increased crime rates. But what many hadn't considered was the effect it would have on real estate. Economists from the University of Oklahoma ran a study to find out the effect marijuana legalization had on housing prices, and their results were quite interesting. They examined listings on Zillow, and after tracking them against legalization in Colorado and Washington State, found that…

TuesdayMar 17, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – The Marijuana Industry Has Already Created More Than 250,000 Jobs

Marijuana is quite a divisive topic. For the most part, most opinions are split down the middle, with people being either for or against legal marijuana. There's a lot you can say in defense of marijuana, such as its diverse range of medical applications to the fact that it doesn't have the side effects pharmaceuticals are known for. However, marijuana's ability to create employment is almost unparalleled. According to Leafly's annual Cannabis Jobs Report, there were 240,000 full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs supported by the legal cannabis industry as of January 2020, a 15% increase from 2019. This translates to 33,700…