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WednesdayFeb 01, 2017 10:08 am

Marijuana Industry Pushing Toward Federal Acceptance, Expanded Research in 2017

For the marijuana industry, 2016 was a successful year by any standards, reaching an estimated $7 billion in transactions and bringing the total number of states to legalize marijuana for medical and/or recreational purposes to 28. However, deemed America's fastest growing industry in recent years, the market still has some major obstacles to overcome in 2017, such as gaining access to legal banking services, obtaining federal drug reclassification, and more. Removing marijuana from the federal list of Schedule I drugs would be a major step forward for the industry, with massive implications and benefits trickling through to reach cannabis-related product…

WednesdayFeb 01, 2017 9:16 am

ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (CIIX) Discusses Recent Achievements Driving Aggressive Plans for 2017

On Monday, January 30, 2017, Alan Klitenic, the Director of Investor Relations for ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX), was interviewed by CannabisNewsWire. Mr. Klitenic described the company, and the growing underserved market it has managed to successfully tap, some of the company’s achievements over the past year, and the aggressive goals it is already pursuing for 2017. Salient points include the following: Description - ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. is a unique financial media service that is tailored to the ethnic Chinese speaking population in the U.S. and Canada. Founded by long-time financial professional Warren Wang, it’s an American company, but with a strong…

MondayJan 30, 2017 4:00 pm

CV Sciences, Inc. (CVSI) Starts Presentation at NobleCon13

CV Sciences (OTC: CVSI) focuses on developing and commercializing novel therapeutics utilizing synthetic Cannabidiol (CBD). The company operates through two segments, Specialty Pharmaceutical and Consumer Product. It also manufactures, markets and sells plant-based CBD products under PlusCBD brand for a range of market sectors, including nutraceutical, beauty care, specialty foods and vape. The company’s Pharmaceutical Division is developing synthetically formulated cannabidiol‐based medicine, pursuing the approval of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for drugs with specific indications utilizing cannabidiol as the active pharmaceutical ingredient. CV Sciences has achieved promising preclinical results in the development of cannabinoid medicines for treatment of…

MondayJan 30, 2017 3:30 pm

MassRoots, Inc. (MSRT) Starts Presentation at NobleCon13

MassRoots (OTC: MSRT) operates a technology platform for the cannabis community in the United States. The company’s mobile network enables users to share cannabis content to connect with the legalization movement. Its network is accessible as a free mobile application through the iOS App Store and the Google Play marketplace. The company also operates MassRoots.com/shop, an e-commerce platform that allows visitors to order MassRoots T-shirts, jars and stickers, as well as MassRoots for Business, a free online portal for dispensaries to schedule posts, view analytics and gain insights into followers. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.massroots.com. About…

MondayJan 30, 2017 11:42 am

ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (CIIX) CEO Set to Present at NobleCon13

Premier financial information company ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) this morning announced that CEO Warren Wang will be presenting at NobleCon13 on Tuesday, January 31, 2017, at 2:30 PM Eastern Time. The conference, which is currently underway at the Boca Raton Resort & Club in Boca Raton, Florida, is hosted by Noble Capital Markets and focuses on emerging growth companies with less than $2 billion in market capitalization. For interested investors who are unable to attend NobleCon13, CIIX plans to make a high-definition video webcast of its presentation, as well as a copy of the presentation materials, available on its website…

MondayJan 30, 2017 9:52 am

Singlepoint, Inc. (SING) CEO Discusses Cannabis Industry Game Plan in Interview with CFN Media Group

Before the opening bell, CFN Media Group, the leading creative agency and digital media network dedicated to legal cannabis, announced the release of an exclusive interview with Singlepoint, Inc. (OTC: SING) CEO Greg Lambrecht. In the interview, Lambrecht takes a look at the current state of the legal cannabis industry, particularly as it relates to banking, which is an area that Singlepoint is currently targeting through its SingleSeed subsidiary. In addition to providing some insight into the company’s early-mover advantage in the burgeoning market, Lambrecht used the interview to offer prospective investors some additional insight into Singlepoint’s strategy to capitalize…

ThursdayJan 26, 2017 3:37 pm

VPR Brands, LP (VPRB) Showcasing New Vaping Solutions for Fast-Growing Cannabis Market

VPR Brands, LP (OTC: VPRB), a manufacturer and provider of electronic cigarette and vaping solutions based on both U.S. and Chinese patents, has big plans for the year on the heels of the recent legalization of medical and recreational use of marijuana in several states. Most of the company’s vaping products can be easily used by the legal marijuana industry, presenting VPR Brands with an impressive opportunity for rapid growth. In addition, the company also has plans to further expand its product offerings to include specific cannabis vaping products such as the STINGER vaping stick and an entirely new brand…

WednesdayJan 25, 2017 2:17 pm

First Bitcoin Capital Corp. (BITCF) Signs Distributorship for ATMs Targeting Cannabis Dispensaries

First Bitcoin Capital Corp. (OTC: BITCF) has signed a master distributorship for a new type of check-cashing ATM designed for use in medical cannabis dispensaries in California. The Vancouver, B.C.-based company offers a full line of financial services for the medical marijuana industry. The specially-designed ATMs offer check cashing services and are designed specifically for use in medical marijuana dispensaries. The company said it expects these ATMs will increase the customer base in these locations by 18%. First Bitcoin Capital Corp. is a developer of services related to bitcoin and cryptocurrency. It offers financial solutions for high-risk merchants, including medical…

WednesdayJan 25, 2017 9:41 am

ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (CIIX) Engages CannabisNewsWire for Corporate Communications Solutions

ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX), the premier financial information website for Chinese-speaking investors in both the U.S. and China, today announced that it has engaged the expertise of CannabisNewsWire ("CNW"), a multifaceted financial news and publishing company that delivers a new generation of social communication solutions, news aggregation and syndication, and enhanced news release services. CNW's solutions help public and private organizations find their voice and build market visibility via social media and a rapidly expanding distribution network of well over 5,000 key syndication outlets. "ChineseInvestors.com has a strong history of providing investment-based education products and services. We are now taking…

WednesdayJan 25, 2017 9:30 am

Cannabis Industry Sees Cautionary Optimism amid Trump Administration Uncertainty

The election of 2016 will forever mark a historic moment for the cannabis industry, reflecting growing acceptance - and legalization - of cannabis for medical and recreational use. The progression of this market, expected to grow to $50 billion in the next 10 years, has awakened a new era of business opportunities for companies like Singlepoint (OTC: SING), Eco Science Solutions, Inc. (OTC: ESSI), Medical Marijuana, Inc. (OTC: MJNA), OWC Pharmaceutical Research (OTC: OWCP) and MassRoots, Inc. (OTC: MSRT). With specialties ranging from technology to health care, visionary companies are learning how to apply their expertise to meet the increasing…