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DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nexien BioPharma, Inc. (“Nexien” or the “Company”) (OTCQB: NXEN), a next generation biopharmaceutical company focused on research, development and commercialization of novel FDA-compliant cannabinoid pharmaceuticals and related drug delivery systems, today announced that it was granted Patent No. 238946 for “Use of Cannabinoids and Terpenes for Treatment of Organophosphate and Carbamate Toxicity” by the…

TILT Holdings Announces Tim Conder as Chief Operating Officer

CAMBRIDGE, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–TILT Holdings Inc. (“TILT” or the “Company”) (CSE: TILT) (OTCQB: SVVTF) today announced the appointment of Tim Conder as Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Conder was previously the Senior Vice President of Software and Services for TILT, having joined TILT through the acquisition of his cannabis delivery and supply chain services company,…

POSaBIT Signs Deal With Reef Dispensaries, Bringing Compliant Debit Payment Technology to Nevada's Biggest Cannabis Retailer

SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–POSaBIT (CSE: PBIT), a leading financial technology company delivering unique blockchain-enabled payment processing and point of sale (POS) systems for cash-only businesses with a focus on the cannabis industry, announced a deal today with Reef Dispensaries. The company will provide Nevada’s highest-volume cannabis dispensary chain with its compliant debit payment solution, complete with real-time…

cbdMD Investor Webinar on July 22 to Provide Update on Recent Developments

CHARLOTTE, N.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–cbdMD, Inc. (NYSE American: YCBD) today announced that it will participate in an investor webinar and Q&A session on Monday, July 22, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. EST, hosted by RedChip Companies. The webinar will feature a presentation by Chairman and co-CEO Martin A. Sumichrast who will discuss the company’s recent growth and its…

Deadline Reminder: The Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Reminds Investors of Looming Deadline in the Class Action Lawsuit Against CannTrust Holdings Inc.

BENSALEM, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Law Offices of Howard G. Smith reminds investors of the upcoming September 9, 2019 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased CannTrust Holdings Inc. (“CannTrust” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CTST) securities between November 14, 2018 and July 5, 2019, inclusive (the “Class…

$454 Million Hemp Milk Market – Global Outlook and Forecast 2019-2024 – ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Hemp Milk Market – Global Outlook and Forecast 2019-2024” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The hemp milk market is likely to reach around $454 million by 2024, growing at a CAGR of approximately 16% during 2018-2024. The hemp milk market is undergoing several transformations. The market is gaining traction due to…

Green Gorilla Signs $10 Million Exclusive International Distribution Deal With Ecobrands

MALIBU, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Green Gorilla™, a leading manufacturer and brand of certified organic hemp cannabidiol (CBD) products, will now have its line of products available at leading dealers throughout Europe and Scandinavia. The company has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Ecobrands AS, a leading distributor of high-end organic herbal products and natural supplements with a…

Better Mind CBD Announces Private White Label Division

LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Tech Central (OTC:TCHC) (“TCHC”) today announced the launch of a white label division as part of its Better Mind CBD business. Tech Central recently announced the launch of Better Mind CBD starting with a high end CBD line using proprietary formulas for Sleep, Anxiety, Inflammation and Stress. The company is now adding a…

First-Of-Its-Kind Cannabis Consumer Study Shows Education and Transportation Alternatives are Key to Reducing Impaired Driving

SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The cannabis technology platform Eaze today released the first study of its kind in California, “Perceptions on Impairment: Cannabis Consumers in Focus.” The report, which captures cannabis consumers’ transportation choices before and after consumption, shows significant gaps in consumer education about impairment. The research, done in partnership with Lyft, also reveals key opportunities…

Leafbuyer Technologies Signs Deal with Leading Colorado Dispensary Chain

DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Leafbuyer Technologies, Inc. (OTC: LBUY) (“Leafbuyer”), a leading cannabis technology platform, has announced a deal to provide a suite of services to Euflora, a top recreational dispensary chain in Colorado. Founded in 2014, five of Euflora’s Front Range locations span between Denver, Aurora, and Longmont, while the 6th serves Aspen in the state’s mountains.…

Cresco Labs Hires Angie Demchenko as its First Chief People Officer

CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Cresco Labs Inc. (“Cresco Labs” or the “Company”) (CSE: CL) (OTCQX: CRLBF), one of the largest vertically integrated multistate cannabis operators in the United States, today announced that Angie Demchenko has joined the Company as its first Chief People Officer. Ms. Demchenko most recently served as Vice President, Head of Human Resources for Starwood…

Global Central Nervous System (CNS) Stimulant Drugs Market 2019-2023 | Rising Demand to Legalize Cannabis Worldwide to Boost Growth | Technavio

LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The global central nervous system (CNS) stimulant drugs market is expected to post a CAGR of over 5% during the period 2019-2023, according to the latest market research report by Technavio. A key factor driving the growth of the market is the rise in CNS disorders. There has been an increase in the prevalence…