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ThursdayMar 08, 2018 9:00 am

Acquisitions and Growth Expand in Canadian Cannabis Market

HempWire Editorial Coverage: The first wave of companies to enter the Canadian cannabis industry were grounded in medical marijuana, which was legalized in 2001. As the country prepares for legalized adult recreational-use this summer, new recreational brands are joining the scene, and many companies rooted in medicinal cannabis are taking action to participate in this second wave of the Canadian market. With its strong branding and modern store design, Choom Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CHOO) (OTCQB: CHOOF) (CHOOF Profile) is branded to appeal to the Canadian adult consumer ready to experience the cannabis lifestyle. Aurora Cannabis, Inc. (TSX: ACB) (OTCQB: ACBFF)…

WednesdayMar 07, 2018 3:49 pm

Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (REFG) in Marathon Drive to Serve Marijuana Customers with Unique Platform

‘Green’ payment system offers security and regulatory transparency Expanding legalization efforts mean more opportunity in market that’s expected to exceed $31 billion within the next three years Company working out cryptocurrency alternative to U.S. dollar financing In late February, a federal judge issued the latest legal finding on the drive to overturn the U.S. government’s classification of marijuana as an illegal drug, delivering a ruling that rejected medical marijuana patients’ claims that the ban is an unconstitutional violation of their rights (http://cnw.fm/DaqG1). The decision, based on a procedural finding that the plaintiffs had not gone through proper procedures with the…

WednesdayMar 07, 2018 3:08 pm

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Enters Licensing Agreement with Cannabis Edibles Infusion Manufacturer

Lexaria enters agreement with Biolog for Lexaria’s DehydraTECH™ technology in return for royalties on sales revenue and licensing fees Biolog has exclusive rights to use the Lexaria technology for its particular applications for five years Lexaria is the only company worldwide with patent issued for oral delivery CBD and all other non-psychoactive cannabinoids Based in Kelowna, British Columbia, Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (OTCQX: LXRP) (CSE: LXX) announced on February 27, 2018, its entry into a technology licensing agreement with Biolog, Inc. for the provision of Lexaria’s patented DehydraTECH™ technology (http://cnw.fm/pY0oG). Lexaria’s proprietary technology will be used in the formulation of a…

WednesdayMar 07, 2018 1:21 pm

Cronos Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CRON) (TSX.V: MJN) is Building an International Brand Portfolio

Leading the industry forward as the first pure-play cannabis company to trade on the Nasdaq Canada set to legalize recreational cannabis Positioned for growth throughout the international medical marijuana market Cronos Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CRON) (TSX.V: MJN), a Toronto-based medical marijuana company, is the first pure-play cannabis company to trade on the Nasdaq. This transition has provided the company with legitimacy and enables investors to better assess CRON’s performance. Listing of CRON on the Nasdaq is a major move for the entire marijuana industry, according to The Motley Fool (http://cnw.fm/jL0b9). With cannabis deals this year already doubling the total for…

WednesdayMar 07, 2018 12:31 pm

Liberty Leaf Holdings Ltd. (CSE: LIB) (OTCQB: LIBFF) (FSE: HN3P) Continues to Capitalize on the Burgeoning Legal Marijuana Markets

Liberty subsidiary North Road Ventures inks new compliance agreement Agreement expands North Road’s existing business model Liberty’s diversified investment approach leverages opportunity in legal cannabis markets Liberty Leaf Holdings Ltd. (CSE: LIB) (OTCQB: LIBFF) (FSE: HN3P) continues to advance its business agenda to capitalize on the burgeoning legal marijuana markets. Liberty Leaf is in the business of acquiring partnership interests in up-and-coming and established companies in the medicinal and recreational cannabis space. The company currently operates in Canada and is actively seeking to enter all of the legal cannabis markets in North America. The recent signing of an agreement between…

WednesdayMar 07, 2018 9:00 am

Pliability of Canadian Cannabis Industry Triggers New Business Development

HempWire Editorial Coverage: The Canadian cannabis industry is pliable, changing shape amid mounting public support, favorable legislative action, an influx in capital, and the integration of alcohol and tobacco. For years, this massive industry was entirely illegal; its potential unavailable to legitimate investors. As Canada heads toward legalizing recreational cannabis later this year, however, the continuous sculpting of the industry provides investors a wealth of consumer-driven investment opportunities. Choom Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CHOO) (OTCQB: CHOOF) (CHOOF Profile) is targeting the recreational user via its own brand of high-grade handcrafted cannabis. Cannabis lifestyle brand Hiku Brands Co. Ltd. (CSE: HIKU) (OTC:…

TuesdayMar 06, 2018 3:19 pm

Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (REFG) Sidesteps Bottlenecking of Cash Transactions through Innovative Platform

REFG solves cash-handling issues with electronic system solution Introduction of Green as a platform with full merchant account functionality REFG’s CEO highlights plans to enter the bitcoin market Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (OTC: REFG) boasts an industry first. Through a state-of-the-art financial services system that is easy to set up and simple to use, the company’s solution to cannabis banking has shown how to solve cash-handling issues, offering electronic payment and e-commerce features. This gives the marijuana business direct and immediate access to funds while still complying with all federal (FinCEN) laws aimed at combatting both domestic and international money…

TuesdayMar 06, 2018 2:39 pm

Cronos Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CRON) (TSX.V: MJN) Becomes First Canadian Cannabis Producer to be Traded on a Major US Exchange

Analysts call the listing a milestone for both Cronos Group and the entire cannabis industry Michael Gorenstein, CEO of Cronos Group, said that the company is the only ‘pure play’ marijuana company to be traded on a U.S. exchange Company has holdings or is involved in joint ventures in Canada, Germany, Israel and Australia Cronos Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CRON) (TSX.V: MJN), a Toronto-based medical marijuana company, recently began trading on the Nasdaq, uplisting from the Nasdaq International Designation program as an OTC stock to the Nasdaq Global Market and becoming the first Canadian cannabis producer stock to be listed on…

MondayMar 05, 2018 2:28 pm

ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (CIIX) Announces New Company and Focused Financial Future

CIIX announces spinoff of all hemp-related assets into a single private company CIIX shifts primary focus to core financial services, including cryptocurrency and blockchain technology ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) has become the premier financial information website providing real-time market commentary, analysis and education-related services to Chinese-speaking investors. In 2018, the company is strategically focusing on building its core financial services business. CIIX has announced a spinoff of all hemp-related assets as the company explores new ways to expand. CIIX announced plans to spin off all hemp-related assets into a single private company. CBD Biotechnology Co. Ltd., ChineseHempOil.com, Inc. and Hemp…

MondayMar 05, 2018 12:47 pm

Marijuana Company of America Inc. (MCOA) Expands hempSMART™ Product Line with New Pet Products

MCOA launches new CBD-based natural pet product – hempSMART™ Full Spectrum Pet Drops Targets hottest sector of booming pet care industry Product dovetails with consumer interest and affiliate sales Marijuana Company of America Inc. (OTC: MCOA), a leader in the production of high quality CBD products derived solely from industrial hemp, just announced the release of a new product designed for pets. Nearly $67 billion was spent on pets in the U.S. in 2017, and MCOA’s new pet supplement targets the hottest sector of the booming pet care market – natural pet supplements. Natural pet products are gaining widespread popularity,…

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