CannabisNewsBreaks

WednesdaySep 19, 2018 12:43 pm

CBDNewsBreaks – Sugarmade, Inc. (SGMD) Strategic Investment Offers Great Opportunity in the Cannabis Sector

Hydroponic supply company Sugarmade (OTC: SGMD) earlier this month reported that it will be investing an estimated $1 million in capital in Hempistry, Inc. A recent article further discussing the company’s investment reads: “One of the primary reasons that the Hempistry project is such an attractive entry point for Sugarmade is the hemp grown by the company, which contains high levels of CBD while containing low levels (less than 0.3 percent) of THC. Both are natural compounds found in cannabis, but they create vastly different effects when consumed. CBD is a non-psychoactive compound that doesn’t produce the problematic ‘high’ associated…

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WednesdaySep 19, 2018 12:35 pm

CBDNewsBreaks – Phivida Holdings Inc. (CSE: VIDA) (OTCQX: PHVAF) Has Achieved DTC, CNS Eligibility to Simplify Settlement, Boost Liquidity

Phivida Holdings (CSE: VIDA) (OTCQX: PHVAF), a premium functional food and beverage business based in Vancouver, British Columbia, was recently awarded full DTC (Depository Trust Company) and CNS (Continuous-Net-Settlement) eligibility for its common shares listed for trading on the U.S. OTCQX® Best Market. A recent article discussing this reads, “Phivida’s expectation is that achieving DTC and CNS eligibility will simplify and fast-track settlement for investors while boosting the liquidity of its common shares on the OTC Market. CNS eligibility ensures that all DTC eligible trades and cash balances are centralized, cleared and settled in an efficient and systematic way.” To…

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WednesdaySep 19, 2018 11:22 am

CBDNewsBreaks – Cannabis Strategic Ventures, Inc. (NUGS) Expands Diverse Portfolio, Enters Pet Care Market

Cannabis Strategic Ventures (OTC: NUGS) recently entered the pet care market through its acquisition of The Asher House Pet CBD brand from The Asher House LLC, as detailed in a recent news release (http://cnw.fm/LAq54). A recent article discussing the company’s acquisition reads: “Under the terms of the brand acquisition agreement, Cannabis Strategic Ventures will acquire controlling interest in the Asher House Pet CBD line, a brand of U.S. hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) supplements for pets that continues to gain national attention and is expanding internationally. Lee Asher and Luke Barton, founders of The Asher House, are currently on a whirlwind cross-country tour,…

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WednesdaySep 19, 2018 9:27 am

CBDNewsBreaks – FinCanna Capital Corp. (CSE: CALI) (OTCQB: FNNZF) Appoints Leading Cannabis Legalization Advocate to Board of Advisors

FinCanna Capital (CSE: CALI) (OTCQB: FNNZF), a royalty company for the U.S. licensed medical cannabis industry, this morning announced the appointment of Ms. Rosy Mondin, a leading advocate for the legalization of adult use cannabis in Canada, to its Board of Advisors. Mondin co-founded Soma Labs Scientific in 2014, which amalgamated to form Quadron Cannatech Corporation in 2016. Mondin serves as CEO and director Quadron Cannatech Corporation, making her the first woman to hold the role of CEO in a publicly traded company in the cannabis sector. “We are honored to have a woman with Rosy’s in-depth industry knowledge join…

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TuesdaySep 18, 2018 12:49 pm

CBDNewsBreaks – The Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE: KO) Evaluates Opportunity in the Evolving Cannabis Market

Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) is the latest beverage company assessing its options in the ever-evolving cannabis market and is presently in talks with Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX: ACB) (OTCQB: ACBFF), according to BNN Bloomberg. A recent article by Jen Skerritt and Craig Giammona on Bloomberg.com titled, “Coca-Cola Is Eyeing the Cannabis Market” highlights the company’s potential decision to join the growing ranks of mainstream businesses investing in the cannabis sector. Per the article, Coca-Cola is particularly interested in drinks infused with non-psychoactive cannabinoid (“CBD”). “We are closely watching the growth of non-psychoactive CBD as an ingredient in functional wellness beverages around…

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TuesdaySep 18, 2018 10:55 am

CBDNewsBreaks – Green Hygienics Holdings Inc. (GRYN) Acquires Canna Brands Portfolio

Green Hygienics Holdings (OTC: GRYN), a full-scope, premium cannabis cultivation company, this morning announced that its strategic acquisition of the Canna Brands Portfolio. The acquisition centers on three core products including Cannagram, Myijuana and the CoursePro Academy. Cannagram, which will be rebranded Cannagram Services, is a flagship platform that extends brand awareness and cross-portfolio resources while combining advanced communications and financial services to meet the needs of the cannabis industry. Myijuana is a destination portal encompassing news, reviews, e-commerce and dynamic content curation. Lastly, the CoursePro Academy enables a variety of subject matter experts to create, publish, manage and sell…

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TuesdaySep 18, 2018 10:35 am

CBDNewsBreaks – Youngevity International, Inc. (NASDAQ: YGYI) Expands Footprint in Cruise Line Industry through CLR Roasters Division

Leading omni-direct lifestyle company Youngevity International, Inc. (NASDAQ: YGYI) this morning announced that it has expanded its footprint in the cruise line industry by adding another prestigious brand to its hospitality business. Per the update, the two-year contract with the company’s CLR Roasters division includes coffee for the crew of 60 ships that represent an employee base of over 60,000 people from over 100 countries, as well as the passengers of three luxury cruise ships. “We are very proud of the footprint we have established in the cruise line industry and this new contract establishes us as a worldwide player…

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TuesdaySep 18, 2018 10:07 am

CBDNewsBreaks – NUGL Inc. (NUGL) Inks National JV Marketing Deal with Nichols Publishing Company

NUGL (OTC: NUGL), the cannabis industry’s new standard of technology, this morning announced that it has entered into a joint venture (“JV”) marketing agreement with Nichols Publishing Company that will expand the reach of NUGL’s cannabis and indoor gardening search app. Nichols Publishing Company is the publisher of Garden & Greenhouse and Professional Marijuana Grower magazines. As the first account under the joint marketing agreement with NUGL, Nichols has signed Left Coast Wholesale, a California-based distributor of high-quality gardening and hydroponic equipment supplies that has relationships with over 500 hydro stores nationwide. Understanding the potential to raise awareness for brands…

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TuesdaySep 18, 2018 9:27 am

CBDNewsBreaks – Choom Holdings Inc. (CSE: CHOO) (OTCQB: CHOOF) Applies for Master Retail License in Manitoba’s Request for Proposal

British Columbia-based cannabis cultivation firm Choom Holdings (CSE: CHOO) (OTCQB: CHOOF) this morning announced that it has applied for a master retail license in Manitoba's Request for Proposal ("RFP") to sell recreational cannabis following the upcoming recreational legalization on October 17th. If granted, the license would enable Choom to run an e-commerce platform and operate retail cannabis stores within the province. "Manitoba represents another step in our strategy to build one of the largest private retail networks across Canada and establishing Choom as a dominant Canadian cannabis brand. The RFP process is highly competitive and receiving one of the master…

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MondaySep 17, 2018 9:08 am

CBDNewsBreaks – ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (CIIX) Opens Sales and Support Office in Richmond, British Columbia

ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX), the premier financial information website for Chinese-speaking investors, this morning announced the opening of its new sales and support office in Richmond, British Columbia. Per the update, the new office is located in the heart of Richmond’s busy financial district in the Pacific Business Centre, a prime location that’s in close proximity to major Canadian banks, SkyTrain stations, shopping plazas and the neighboring Service Canada Centre. “With ChineseInvestors.com, Inc.'s long history of delivering quality, innovative subscription and educational services to Chinese globally, we are pleased to announce the Company's expansion of its physical presence to British…

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