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WednesdayDec 13, 2017 2:21 pm

New Exclusive Licensing Agreement with Cannabiniers, Conducted via Lighthouse Strategies with Skinvisible (SKVI) Subsidiary

Cannabis industry pioneer Cannabiniers will distribute treatments utilizing Invisicare®, a patented polymer delivery system Agreement marks continued growth for Skinvisible’s subsidiary Ovation Science Inc. Patented delivery technology enables improved controlled release of topically applied products Research and development company Skinvisible, Inc. (OTCQB: SKVI) has announced that its subsidiary Ovation Science Inc. has forged a definitive license agreement with Lighthouse Strategies LLC, through its multifaceted cannabis technology and brand management company Cannabiniers, to utilize the Company’s products formulated with its patented pharmaceutical polymer in serving the U.S. cannabis market (http://cnw.fm/Pz4rQ). The Lighthouse agreement grants the company exclusive use of Ovation’s new…

TuesdayDec 12, 2017 2:24 pm

Veritas Pharma Inc. (CSE: VRT) (OTC: VRTHF) (FRT: 2VP) Aims to Enhance Opioid Analgesic Effects with Specific Cannabis Strain

Unique scientific approach lends more credibility and increases consumer confidence Huge potential for cannabis to replace opioids as analgesics Strategic partnerships position Veritas strongly in the medical cannabis industry On September 13, 2017, Cannevert Therapeutics Ltd. ("CTL"), the research arm of Veritas Pharma Inc. (CSE: VRT) (OTC: VRTHF) (FRT: 2VP), filed a provisional patent for the use of a specific strain of cannabis to enhance the actions of opioid analgesics. Opioid analgesics are traditionally prescribed for relief of acute and chronic pain. However, over-prescription or prolonged use can lead to addiction. Recreational users of opioids commonly run the risk of…

TuesdayDec 12, 2017 11:34 am

Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (REFG) Empowers Clients, Consumers with Cannabis Payment Solutions

First-tier merchant processing, state-of-the-art system tracks sales and tax collections StateSourced payment technology offers real-world solutions to industry banking dilemma Integrated cryptocurrency payment solution offers additional options An estimated $20.2 billion in legal marijuana retail sales projected by 2021 Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (OTC: REFG), based in Cheyenne, Wyoming, is a pioneer in the cannabis payment solutions arena with its proprietary merchant processing system. Fully compliant with the federal government’s anti-money laundering regulations, the company serves up an alternative payment solution that empowers businesses by tracking sales and tax collection, freeing consumers and retailers from a dependence on cash-only transactions.…

MondayDec 11, 2017 12:58 pm

Marijuana Company of America (MCOA) Subsidiary Poised for Breakthrough with CBD-based Wellness Products

Global wellness market expected to grow by 17 percent through 2021 CBD-based products predicted to cause a major shift in this market hempSMART has developed marketing strategy to maximize market penetration of CBD-based products The worldwide wellness industry reached $3.7 trillion in 2016 and is expected to show annual growth of 17 percent through 2021, according to Women’s Marketing (http://cnw.fm/C7AgN). Nutritional products and vitamin supplements form a sizeable portion of this market at the moment, with economists and industry experts predicting that the next major shift in the market will be triggered by CBD-based products. Marijuana Company of America, Inc.…

FridayDec 08, 2017 11:00 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) Partners with Stakeholders to Participate on Global Scale with DehydraTECH™

Amidst increasing awareness regarding potential health benefits of cannabinoids, Lexaria is at the forefront of a booming industry LXRP stakeholders have the opportunity to participate on a global scale to improve the delivery and performance of various products Lexaria’s patented technology provides an enabling layer in cannabinoid research and development, existing products and applications Amidst increasing awareness regarding cannabinoids and their potential health benefits, Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) is at the forefront of the booming cannabis industry with its patented delivery technology, DehydraTECH™. The technology provides an enabling layer to advances in cannabinoid research and development as…

ThursdayDec 07, 2017 9:00 am

Success of Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) Shows Increasing Application of Blockchain Technology to Payment Solutions

CBDWire Editorial Coverage: Since their genesis in 2008, bitcoin and its underlying blockchain technology have spawned entirely new industries. Blockchain technology appears to be finding application in land registries, in protecting personal identities, in “smart” contracts, and in many other areas. The first employment of blockchain was, of course, bitcoin and cryptocurrencies continue as the main users of the technology. The value of digital currencies is now in the billions, led by bitcoin itself, which skyrocketed to a price above $11,000 as of early December. Moreover, digital coins or tokens have been offered to the public recently in a spate…

WednesdayDec 06, 2017 12:03 pm

Veritas Pharma Inc. (CSE: VRT) (OTC: VRTHF) (FRT: 2VP) Providing Clinical Proof of Cannabis Efficiency

Veritas Pharma is unlocking the science underlying medical cannabis Clinically profiling select cannabis strains - pharmacologically identifying strains for specific disease conditions Entering human clinical studies with valuable IP’s in place There is growing support for medicinal cannabis. Repeated peer-reviewed studies have demonstrated positive patient responses in a variety of maladies. However, to date, the response has been largely anecdotal, and, unlike rigorous pharmacology, the precise mechanisms and chemical profiles of cannabinoids remain unknown. Through exacting scientific protocols, Veritas Pharma Inc. (CSE: VRT) (OTC: VRTHF) (FRT: 2VP) is about to radically change the understanding and applications of this millennia-old medicine.…

WednesdayDec 06, 2017 9:00 am

Bitcoin’s Rise Solidifies the Intersection of Cannabis and Cryptocurrency

CBDWire Editorial Coverage: As bitcoin’s price continues its meteoric rise, which has seen the cryptocurrency skyrocket in value from just under $1,000 at the start of 2017 to above $10,000 in November, a number of companies have taken steps to benefit from the growth of the burgeoning cryptocurrency industry. One area of the industry that appears to offer significant growth potential is the application of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to sectors of the economy, such as the cannabis industry, that are blocked from accessing banking services. Among the companies that have oriented their businesses to take advantage of opportunities in…

TuesdayDec 05, 2017 12:08 pm

Skinvisible, Inc. (SKVI) Maximizes Product Development Opportunities with Global Goals

Targeting unmet medical needs with proprietary topical formulations License-based business model translates to worldwide opportunities Patented Invisicare™ technology offers enhanced drug delivery system Global skincare market projected to reach $135 billion by 2021 Research and development company Skinvisible Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (OTCQB: SKVI), continues to add significant value to its core business model with several key movements involving a proposed merger, new licensing agreements and formation of a specialized subsidiary. The Company’s November 27 announcement that it has entered into a non-binding term sheet regarding a proposed merger with Quoin Pharmaceuticals Ltd., pending customary closing conditions, melds industry veterans committed to…

TuesdayDec 05, 2017 9:27 am

ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (CIIX) Partners with Global E-commerce Behemoths

Alibaba and Amazon dominate global e-commerce ChineseInvestors.com just successfully launched first hemp-infused skin care products in China Company aims to dominate market When considering e-commerce, Amazon is usually the first name that pops up. However, Alibaba is, by many metrics, both China’s and the world’s largest online e-commerce company. Alibaba commands about 50% market share of business-to-consumer e-commerce in China, while Amazon is the e-commerce elephant in the United States, garnering about 44% of e-commerce sales. To achieve maximum market penetration and global exposure, ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) just successfully launched its OptHemp Product Line on both Amazon and Alibaba.…

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