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FridayDec 21, 2018 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Legislator Wants Sharing of Missouri Medical Cannabis Patient Info with Feds Banned

This year’s midterm elections saw the passing of a ballot initiate to legalize medical cannabis in Missouri. Now a legislator has pre-filed a bill which will prevent any state official or agency from sharing information about medical cannabis patients in the state with any federal authority. The bill, sponsored by Republican Nick Schroer intends to make it a Class E felony for any state official to share with the federal government any information about the people holding medical cannabis cards in the state. Anyone convicted for this offense risks a custodial sentence of up to four years. While it is…

FridayDec 21, 2018 10:00 am

Net Element, Inc.’s (NASDAQ: NETE) Innovative Services Gain Multiple Recognitions, Rounding Up an Eventful Year

In December, Net Element received several ACQ5 online magazine recognitions, including the ‘Payment Solutions Provider of the Year’ award NETE was also included in Deloitte’s ranking of the 500 fastest-growing companies in 2018 Through a diversified portfolio of specialized payment solutions for different industries, NETE anticipates to continue its growth trend in 2019 The year of 2018 has proven to be an eventful one for Net Element, Inc. (NASDAQ: NETE), a payment-as-a-service transactional and value-added services provider. Net Element was the recipient of numerous important recognitions, and market trends are suggesting that 2019 will be marked by additional growth and…

FridayDec 21, 2018 9:15 am

As Federal Laws Change, Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (REFG) Looks Forward to Continued Growth

Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, which includes the legalized production of hemp, passes both houses of Congress Company seeks to change the industry from risky cash-only store fronts to a secure, federally compliant bank-accessible business model Positioned at the forefront as federal laws catch up to the growing industry Companies working in the medical and recreational cannabis industry, like Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (OTC: REFG), are celebrating a big win. A large farm bill, known as the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, was passed in the Senate, 20-1, and in the House of Representatives, 369-47 (http://cnw.fm/Exs93). Sen. Majority Leader Mitch…

FridayDec 21, 2018 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Mexico to Consult Other Countries on Cannabis Legalization, Minister Reveals

The election of a new government in Mexico paved the way for quick steps to be made towards the legalization of recreational cannabis. Now the foreign minister of the country has told a Mexican Senate committee that lessons are going to be drawn from countries and jurisdictions where legalization has already occurred. The government officials will visit Uruguay and Canada, as well as California and other U.S. states where recreational and medical cannabis are legal. Apparently, a Mexican team has already visited Canada to learn about this important process. Additionally, a bill was filed before the Mexican Senate last month…

ThursdayDec 20, 2018 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Upscale Cannabis Gear Selling Like Hot Cakes in New York

As the buzz around cannabis legalization in different jurisdictions gathers steam, savvy entrepreneurs are cashing in by bringing innovative marijuana accessories to the market. "Higher Standards" is one such store that is cashing in on the heightened interest in marijuana. The store is housed in the prestigious Chelsea Market in Manhattan. Higher Standards caters to foodies and tourists who want a gift or a rare cannabis accessory as they head off to jurisdictions where marijuana consumption is legal. One of the most expensive and rare cannabis accessories that you can buy at this store is a glass pipe shaped like…

ThursdayDec 20, 2018 10:00 am

The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF) Has Great Expectations for Growth Going into 2019

Despite stock market nervousness over cannabis’ undersupply since Canada legalized recreational use, market watchers expect rebound The Green Organic Dutchman is building a relatively rare organic growing operation that’s expected to have low operating costs, premium pricing and green-friendly credentials The company’s first crop will be delivered next month to select patients as management continues building toward industry-leading capacity The Green Organic Dutchman expects 2019 to be a banner year as it works toward output of at least 170,000 kilograms per year TGOD recently launched a brand new patient and consumer-focused website, which can be viewed at www.TGOD.ca Canada’s legalization…

ThursdayDec 20, 2018 9:45 am

Golden Developing Solutions, Inc. (DVLP) Primed for Early Christmas Gift as 2018 Farm Bill Frees Up Hemp

Farm Bill 2018, freeing up hemp, awaits President’s signature Makes CBD from compliant hemp legal DVLP set to benefit, with operations in CBD retail, wholesale and information services Texas-based Golden Developing Solutions, Inc. (OTC: DVLP), along with the industry as a whole, seems set for a Christmas gift that will surely be welcomed. This past week, Congress passed the $867 billion Farm Bill, which, among other things, loosens restrictions on the cultivation and sale of hemp. Approved by the Senate on Tuesday, December 11, and by the House of Representatives on Wednesday, December 12, the legislation is expected to become…

ThursdayDec 20, 2018 9:30 am

Earth Science Tech, Inc. (ETST) Receives Positive Results from Pre-Launch Testing of Hygee Medical Device, Sets Early 2019 Debut

ETST has reported successful results in the testing of its unique Hygee medical device for detecting sexually transmitted infections Hygee detects chlamydia and is intended to be sold as an at-home kit This puts ETST on track to market Hygee in early 2019 through its established distribution channels in multiple countries In the future, Hygee may also be certified for gonorrhea testing Earth Science Tech, Inc. (OTCQB: ETST), a biotech company, has received good news on the development and performance of its Hygee medical device. Molecular diagnostic assays by Procréa Fertility Laboratories have analyzed samples obtained by Hygee and successfully…

ThursdayDec 20, 2018 9:15 am

Cannabis Strategic Ventures, Inc. (NUGS) Focuses on Entrepreneurial Growth in the Dynamic Legal Cannabis Sector

Cannabis Strategic Ventures injects capital, expertise and network to expand its portfolio The company is developing a family of brands with its portfolio approach Company management believes that there is significant opportunity in the industry to create and control specific industry niches Cannabis Strategic Ventures, Inc. (OTC: NUGS) acquires and develops companies within the cannabis and ancillary sectors that are in startup and growth stages. Cannabis Strategic Ventures, based in Los Angeles, California, injects capital, expertise and network to hyper-grow its portfolio. The company concentrates on supporting entrepreneurial growth within the fast-growing legal cannabis sector and works to provide a…

ThursdayDec 20, 2018 4:20 am

420 with CNW – US States Hope Legal Marijuana Will Fix Pension Crisis

Several U.S. states, such as Illinois and New Jersey, are facing an epic pension crisis and they hope that legalizing marijuana will avail badly needed funds to fix the crisis before it boils over. For example, Chicago’s pension scheme alone will need a minimum of $1 billion to be injected each year into the retirement benefits scheme four years from today if the city is to meet its obligations to those who served and retired. Consequently, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is suggesting that the taxes generated once cannabis becomes legal should be ring-fenced and sent to the pension scheme immediately.…

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