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Monday Nov 01, 2021 - 2:10 pm

Avricore Health Inc. (TSX.V: AVCR) (OTCQB: AVCRF) Expands POC Medical Condition Testing Solution to Canada’s West Coast

Health diagnostics solutions provider Avricore Health has established neighborhood lab-accurate medical condition testing platform in 15 sites in Ontario through the Shoppers Drug Mart network earlier this yearNow Avricore has announced an expansion through the Shoppers Drug Mart agreement to serve five cities in British ColumbiaAvricore’s trademarked HealthTab network partners with pharmacies, kiosk developers and analytical instrument makers to provide patients ready access to data…

Monday Nov 01, 2021 - 1:18 pm

Successful Ginkgo Bioworks SPAC IPO Highlights Available Industry Opportunities for InMed Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: INM) and Synthetic Cannabinoid Production

Special purpose acquisition company Soaring Eagle Acquisition Corp. combined with Ginkgo Bioworks to form publicly listed Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings Inc., in what is the largest-ever biotechnology go-public transactionGinkgo Bioworks is known for its work in the commercial-scale production of a rare cannabinoid, CBG, for use in a multitude of industrial needsInMed uses multiple manufacturing approaches to synthetically produce rare cannabinoids, including CBC which is currently…

Monday Nov 01, 2021 - 11:46 am

The Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (‘CWCBExpo’) Establishes Itself as a Key Forum for Establishing a Foothold Within New York’s Burgeoning Cannabis Sector

New York’s recreational marijuana market is poised to begin with a bang — and the Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (“CWCBExpo”), which is being held at New York City’s Javits Convention Center, Hall 3A between 4-6 November 2021, is the ideal forum for education, business building and networking on this multifaceted industry. As of Sept. 21, 2021, adult New Yorkers are now able to…

Monday Nov 01, 2021 - 9:31 am

The Interactive MoneyShow Virtual Expo to Showcase Top Industry Experts for Market Analysis and Trends Driving Them

Date: November 2 - 4, 2021 Live Streaming Traders, investors, shareholders and businesses are invited to attend the Interactive MoneyShow Virtual Expo on November 2-4, 2021. MoneyShow has been organizing conferences and seminars for over 40 years with a 100,000+ community of investors, financial heads and businesses looking to gain knowledge and guidance about the latest investment tools, financial trends and opportunities from the stalwarts…

Friday Oct 29, 2021 - 2:11 pm

FingerMotion Inc. (FNGR) Explores New Ways to Monetize Its Vast Active User Base with Two New Trademarked Brands

FingerMotion, through its subsidiary, JiuGe, announced two new brands- Ji Shi Fu and BaowoThese brands will offer device protection services to telecom customers within ChinaJiuGe is targeting the integration of these services by early 2022FingerMotion is confident that the new additions will allow it to monetize its vast active user base further FingerMotion (OTCQX: FNGR), through its subsidiary, Shanghai JiuGe Information Technology Co., has announced…

Friday Oct 29, 2021 - 1:58 pm

LQwD FinTech Corp. (TSX.V: LQWD) (OTCQB: LQWDF): Digital Payment Companies Set to Benefit from Mastercard’s Cryptocurrency Adoption

Although the U.S. has yet to adopt cryptocurrency as a form of payment, other countries have begun the adoption processMastercard will be one of the first major credit card companies to convert to cryptocurrency instead of a point system. The bitcoin can be used to get airline miles, hotel stays, gift cards, and more.In 2020, it was estimated that 328,370 bitcoin transactions go through each…

Friday Oct 29, 2021 - 11:58 am

Flora Growth (FLGC) Receives Global Medical Cannabis Certification, Launches New CBD Brand

Flora Growth Corp. is an international cannabis consumer packaged goods distributor and cultivator based in Colombia that has built an ecosystem that will support market-leading innovation within categories that matter most to consumers exploring plant-based consumer goods.The company recently obtained the Good Agricultural and Collection Practices (“GACP”) certification from international certification agency and global leader in medical cannabis certification Control Union Medical Cannabis Standard (“CUMCS”)Flora…

Friday Oct 29, 2021 - 11:43 am

Tryp Therapeutics Inc. (CSE: TRYP) (OTCQB: TRYPF) Transforming Treatment of Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain Conditions

In July, Tryp appointed Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris as the Chairman of its Scientific Advisory Board and Dr. Daniel Clauw, M.D., as a memberCommenting on the appointments, Tryp Chairman and CEO Greg McKee expressed his appreciation at the pair’s commitment to the alleviation of chronic pain and other diseases with psychedelic-based therapies as well as the companyFibromyalgia affects millions globally, but existing approved treatments have limited…

Friday Oct 29, 2021 - 11:26 am

Red White & Bloom Brands Inc. (CSE: RWB) (OTCQX: RWBYF) Makes Strategic Additions to its Leadership; Completes Platinum Vape Management Transition

RWB appointed Chris Ecken as the new CFO effective October 2021Ecken will lend over 25 years of experience from the alcohol beverage industry, helping RWB to shape sustainable long-term growthRWB also announced Colby De Zen’s appointment to its board of directorsHe will be integral to RWB’s move to close critical assets in Michigan and expedite expansions in Florida, California, Arizona, Illinois, Massachusetts and OklahomaRWB also…

Thursday Oct 28, 2021 - 11:01 am

Leading B2B CWCBExpo to Bring Together Cannabis and Hemp Professionals to Discuss Industry Challenges and Opportunities

Date: November 4-6th 2021 Venue: Javits Convention Center, Hall 3A, New York City, NY The Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (CWCBExpo) will take place November 4-6, 2021, at the Javits Convention Center, Hall 3A, in New York City. Industry leaders and innovators will take the stage to educate and discuss the cannabis and hemp industry. This three-day event will feature an Inside the Industry:…

Thursday Oct 28, 2021 - 10:26 am

Podfest ‘Origins’ Expo 2021 Tampa To Reunite Global Participants Of The PodFest Community

Venue: Amalie Arena, Tampa, Florida Date: Virtual session 1- October 28-29, 2021VirtualSession 2-November 1-3, 2021In-person Event- November 4-5, 2021 The Podfest Expo is being held as virtual sessions and an in-person event in Tampa, Florida. The event invites the Podfest community from all over the globe who are enthusiastic about sharing their views and opinions with the world through the medium of audio and video.…

Thursday Oct 28, 2021 - 10:14 am

PlantX Life Inc. (CSE: VEGA) (Frankfurt: WNT1) (OTCQB: PLTXF) Expanding its Brick-and-Mortar Stores with Hudson’s Bay Partnership

PlantX is set to open two new XMarket locations in Toronto and OttawaThese will be shop-in-shops within Hudson’s Bay stores in a partnership that began back in April 2021The new additions line up with PlantX’s XMarket rebranding and an expansion plan that, so far, covers Tel Aviv, California, and British ColumbiaThis expansion initiative will be integral to enhancing customer engagement and promoting plant-based living across…

Thursday Oct 28, 2021 - 9:35 am

Smartphone Use Increase Driving Music Streaming Growth, With New Opportunities for Friendable Inc.’s (FDBL) Fan Pass Platform

The music streaming industry was valued at $20.9 billion in 2019 and is expected to reach $76.9 billion by 2027Friendable Inc.’s flagship product, Fan Pass, provides artists with a platform to share their music and fans a place to go to listen to their favorite artists or find new ones to listen toArtists without representation have Pro Services options on the platform, making it easier…

Wednesday Oct 27, 2021 - 12:33 pm

DigiMax Global Inc. (CSE: DIGI) (OTC: DBKSF) Team Leading in Key AI Development, Solutions

Artificial intelligence (“AI”) becoming mainstream tech at growing number of companiesHarvard Business Review reports that next-generation technologies, including AI, will be key in boosting business innovation and advancementDigiMax is committed to providing actionable predictive insight across the financial and human world Last month, Harvard Business Review (“HBR”) reported that the COVID-19 crisis had “accelerated the adoption of analytics and AI” (https://ibn.fm/fvz3V); the article also predicted…

Wednesday Oct 27, 2021 - 9:30 am

Mydecine Innovations Group Inc. (NEO: MYCO) (OTC: MYCOF) Is ‘One to Watch’

The Mydecine Innovations Group portfolio includes a robust portfolio of NCEs (New Chemical Entities) and medicines based on compounds found in psychedelics, including four lead clinical trial drug candidates, as well as digital health solutionsThrough an exclusive partnership with Applied Pharmaceutical Innovations, the company has access to a Health Canada Scheduled 1 Drugs and Substances Dealer’s LicenseMydecine has a five-year master collaboration research agreement with…

Wednesday Oct 27, 2021 - 9:30 am

Moon Equity Holdings Inc. (MONI) Eyes Potential in Precious Metals Markets

All signs point to gold cooling down, consolidating in the short run before rallying again toward the end of the year and into 2022An increase in demand for silver is likely, stemming primarily from the Biden administration’s $2 trillion climate planMONI is investing in a well-diversified acquisition portfolio of income-generating businesses, with precious metals being a key component The economic uncertainty of the past 18…

Wednesday Oct 27, 2021 - 9:00 am

StraightUp Resources Inc. (CSE: ST) (OTCQB: STUPF) Acquires Bear Head Gold Project Along Meen-Dempster Greenstone Belt; Property Offers Promising Drilling History

StraightUp has incorporated Bear Head Gold Project into its cache of properties, which already include RLX North & South Projects, Belanger Project, and the Ferdinand Gold ProjectThe Meen-Dempster Greenstone Belt produced the Golden Patricia, a lucrative mine with rich drilling history Bear Head Gold Project historical drilling in 1989 yielded 11.09 g/t Au over 1.79m, 3.98 g/t Au over 2.3m, and 3.08 g/t Au over 2.5m,…

Wednesday Oct 27, 2021 - 9:00 am

Playgon Games Inc. (TSX.V: DEAL) (OTCQB: PLGNF) Starts October With 1500% Betting Handle Increase, Daily Turnover Reaches $1.6M Per Day

PLGNF sees 1500% betting handle increase in first half of October with 24.2 million in player betting turnover, up from 1.6 million in SeptemberWagering activity up 305,000 bets for first two weeks of October, entire month of September saw 132,000 betsDaily player betting turnover approximately $1.6 million per day, up from $53,500 for SeptemberPLGNF’s proprietary technology runs fast and secure on any browser device without…

Tuesday Oct 26, 2021 - 1:39 pm

Leading B2B Cannabis and Hemp Industry Trade Show and Conference, CWCBExpo, Presenting Educational Sessions, Product Displays, and Networking Opportunities

Date: November 4-6th 2021 Venue: Javits Convention Center, Hall 3A, New York City, NY Industry professionals in the legalized cannabis and hemp industry are invited to attend The Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (CWCBExpo), a business-to-business trade show and conference at the Javits Convention Center, Hall 3A, November 4-6, 2021. The event will be held in person and the convention center requires masks and…

Tuesday Oct 26, 2021 - 9:40 am

Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG), Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) and Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) Target Diabetes Tech

The world’s largest and most powerful tech companies –Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG), Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) and Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) – are targeting an opportunity in health care that’s just too big to ignore – diabetes. Almost a third of the entire U.S. population – more than 100 million people in this country alone – are living with diabetes or are at high risk for the disease.…

Tuesday Oct 26, 2021 - 9:30 am

Playgon Games Inc. (TSX.V: DEAL) (OTCQB: PLGNF) Sees Player Betting Turnover Rise 1,500% in October

Playgon Games is a SaaS technology company focused on licensing its online gaming technology to gaming operators around the worldThe company has recently revealed that it saw player betting turnover rise to $24.2 million as of the first half of October, a 1500% increase relative to September’s $1.6 millionThe pandemic has hastened a switch away from physical casinos and towards online gaming; the online gaming…

Tuesday Oct 26, 2021 - 9:00 am

FingerMotion Inc. (FNGR) Reports Revenue Growth from Mobile Services, Prospects for Further Big Data Services Growth in China

U.S.-based FingerMotion has been pursuing opportunities to provide text and multimedia message services in China, whose population is expected to exceed 1.4 billion people this yearFingerMotion is expanding into a third channel of operations with the development of its trademarked big data platform Sapientus, and expects revenues from the tech platform to eventually exceed its SMS and MMS message servicesThe company recently reported its Q2…

Tuesday Oct 26, 2021 - 6:16 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp.’s (NASDAQ: LEXX) DehydraTECH(TM) Addresses the Needs of Medical THC Users

Lexaria’s THC absorption animal study yielded promising results on the patented DehydraTECH(TM) technologyIt showed that the technology required a shorter time to deliver the same THC levels than concentration-matched controlsLexaria believes that through DehydraTECH, it is meeting the needs of medical THC users with its rapid delivery, increased overall THC delivery and high brain tissue delivery Lexaria Bioscience's (NASDAQ: LEXX) just-concluded oral tetrahydrocannabinol (“THC”) absorption…

Monday Oct 25, 2021 - 11:48 am

The Interactive MoneyShow Virtual Expo To Showcase Top Industry Experts For Market Analysis and Trends Driving Them

Date: November 2 - 4, 2021 Live Streaming Traders, investors, shareholders, and businesses are invited to attend the Interactive MoneyShow Virtual Expo on November 2-4, 2021. MoneyShow has been organizing conferences and seminars for over 40 years with a 100,000+ community of investors, financial heads, and businesses looking to gain knowledge and guidance about the latest investment tools, financial trends and opportunities from the stalwarts…

Monday Oct 25, 2021 - 11:42 am

Jushi Holdings Inc.’s (CSE: JUSH) (OTCQX: JUSHF) Executive VP of Business Development Discusses Growth Plans, Acquisitions, Synergies in Operations, and Participation in Conferences

In a recent interview, Jushi’s Executive VP of Business Development, Olivier Blechner, shared the company’s plans to increase the number of its cannabis stores progressively from the current 24 to 36Jushi is also expanding its production facilities in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and MassachusettsThe company, which recently closed the purchase of Nature’s Remedy of Massachusetts, Inc. (“Nature’s Remedy”) and announced signing a definitive agreement to acquire an…

Monday Oct 25, 2021 - 11:29 am

PlantX Life Inc. (CSE: VEGA) (Frankfurt: WNT1) (OTCQB: PLTXF) E-commerce Subsidiary Enters Canada D2C Indoor Plant Market Amid Expanding Global Wellness Verticals

PlantX Life Inc. is a growing global presence as a one-stop shopping and educational hub building a sense of community for the world’s plant-based lifestyle pursuitsThe company announced Oct. 19 that its wholly owned subsidiary Bloomboxclub Limited, based in the United Kingdom, has launched a web domain and market outreach in CanadaBloombox Club’s United Kingdom operation has been responsible for delivering more than 100,000 plants…

Monday Oct 25, 2021 - 11:00 am

Red White & Bloom Brands Inc. (CSE: RWB) (OTCQX: RWBYF) Subsidiary Completes Development of Licensed Apopka Facility, Commences Cultivation Targeting Q4 Harvest

Red White & Bloom completed the build-out of its Apopka facility – phase one of a development strategy – and immediately commenced cultivation following the receipt of a cultivation licenseThe initial licensed area is projected to generate annual revenue in excess of $10 millionThe Apopka facility will support phase two of the strategy, which entails the activation of thirty customized, self-contained growing podsPhase three will…

Monday Oct 25, 2021 - 10:17 am

Infobird Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: IFBD) Expands to Retail Product Providers Market; Shows Commitment to Extend Technological Solutions in SaaS Market

Infobird continues to provide the Chinese market with technological solutions that optimize customer service, engagement, and overall experience through SaaS products that leverage AI solutionsCustomer engagement and salesforce management products currently available through Infobird are designed to help create optimized experiences for the customer and the company using themInfobird has over a decade of experience providing customer engagement and SaaS for large enterprises in the…

Friday Oct 22, 2021 - 12:51 pm

Excellon Resources Inc. (NYSE American: EXN) (TSX: EXN) (FSE: E4X2) Set to Partake in the Predicted Commodity Supercycle

An estimated $173 trillion in energy supply and infrastructure investment is needed over the next 3 decades to facilitate the transition towards electric vehicles and renewable energy sources The energy transition is set to drive the next commodity supercycle; however, commodity supply growth has thus far been slow to catch up to rampant demandOnly a single, dedicated silver mine commenced production in 2019, the last uninterrupted…

Friday Oct 22, 2021 - 9:30 am

Avricore Health Inc. (TSX.V: AVCR) (OTCQB: AVCRF) Playing a Leadership Role in Point-of-Care Diagnostics Space

Avricore is a leader in the health diagnostics space offering the most sophisticated and complete solution for pharmacy todayThe company is also leading a charge aimed at saving lives and money spent on health careAvricore partnered with Abbott Diagnostics becoming the first third-party technology company to hold distribution agreements with the manufacturerAvricore is currently entering a period of epic growth Avricore Health (TSX.V: AVCR) (OTCQB:…

Friday Oct 22, 2021 - 9:30 am

Florida Bitcoin and Blockchain Summit Boosts Potential ‘Silicon Valley of Blockchain’ with Industry Speakers, Strategy

Date: Nov. 4-5, 2021Venue: Amalie Arena, TampaAgenda: Two days of presentations on the state of the fintech industry and its potential within the state of Florida as well as beyond its bordersTickets and Registration Info:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/florida-bitcoin-and-blockchain-summit-tickets-168286175481 An ongoing business migration to southern Florida’s international hub for commerce and travel is also sweeping in tech companies, and next month’s Florida Bitcoin and Blockchain Summit has been designed…

Friday Oct 22, 2021 - 9:00 am

Hero Technologies Inc. (HENC) Committed to Sustainability in Cannabis Cultivation Operations

CSU report notes that some forms of artificial cannabis plant production might not be environmentally friendlyHENC sees environmental sustainability and minimizing carbon footprint as synonymous with being good corporate citizens and running a profitable businessCompany’s proprietary aeroponic cultivation system, high-tech sun chambers have minimal environment impact In an atmosphere focused on sustainability and the environment, many consumers are taking a closer look at how things…

Friday Oct 22, 2021 - 9:00 am

New Study Underscores Rapidity of Oral Drug Bio-delivery Using Lexaria Bioscience Corp.’s (NASDAQ: LEXX) Technology as an Alternative to Smoking and Vaping

Oral drug delivery innovator Lexaria Bioscience is focused on providing alternatives to smoked or inhaled tobacco and cannabis products to help consumers reduce the threat to their lungsLexaria’s patented technology — DehydraTECH(TM) — is a solution that processes active pharmaceutical ingredients into a powder or liquid form that can then be ingested with less harm than inhalation, while providing rapidity similar to inhalation substancesDehydraTECH has…

Thursday Oct 21, 2021 - 12:47 pm

Flora Growth Corp.’s (NASDAQ: FLGC) Leadership and Advisory Team Steering Company to Greater Heights

The growing cannabis industry is experiencing a rise in demand for experienced business executives to guide companies toward the topFlora Growth, which has achieved numerous milestones, is a testament to the importance of experienced leadershipEstablished in 2019, Flora was the first all-outdoor cannabis cultivation company to list on NASDAQ and has the largest licensed cultivation footprint in ColombiaThe company also boasts the lowest production cost…

Thursday Oct 21, 2021 - 12:26 pm

Tryp Therapeutics Inc. (CSE: TRYP) (OTCQB: TRYPF) Announced Inclusion in AdvisorShares Psychedelics ETF; KCSA Psychedelics Virtual Investor Conference Presentations Available for On-Demand Viewing

Tryp announced its inclusion in the AdvisorShares Psychedelics ETFThe company hopes that its participation will open it up to a more diverse shareholder base and broaden its life science exposure Tryp’s presentation at the KCSA Virtual Investor Conference will also be available for on-demand viewing over the next 90 days Launched back in September 2021, the AdvisorShares Psychedelics Exchange-Traded Fund (“ETF”) has been actively trading, focusing…

Thursday Oct 21, 2021 - 11:45 am

StraightUp Resources Inc. (CSE: ST) Gold Exploration Expansion Rides Wave of Inflationary Concerns

Market analysts and investors are preparing for inflation to reach high levels as a result of COVID-19 pressures, although key financial policy managers expect inflation pressures to be temporaryAnalysts are also observing the 50th anniversary of the end of the gold standard in the United States with reports that offer mixed views on gold’s ability to hedge against inflation in the short term, but its…

Thursday Oct 21, 2021 - 9:36 am

Friendable Inc. (FDBL) Entering Q4 Focused on Digital Advertising and Social Media; Aims to Attract Artists Across a Variety of Musical Genres

Friendable has begun testing for social media campaigns and digital advertising for its Fan Pass Live Streaming artist platform using Facebook and other networksCompany’s goal for the next 90 days and into the new year is to shift focus on testing, converting, and growing the platform’s artist and fan basesAn upward trend in live streaming and the creator economy is expected to drive consumer spending…

Thursday Oct 21, 2021 - 9:00 am

Victory Square Technologies Inc. (CSE: VST) (OTCQX: VSQTF) Featured in Virtual Coverage of Benzinga’s Small Cap Conference

Victory Square (CSE: VST) (OTCQX: VSQTF) builds, acquires and invests in promising startups, then provides the senior leadership and resources needed to fast-track growth. VST's sweet spot is the cutting-edge tech that's shaping the 4th Industrial Revolution. Their portfolio consists of 20 global companies using AI, VR/AR and blockchain to disrupt sectors as diverse as fintech, insurance, health and gaming. To learn more about Benzinga’s…

Wednesday Oct 20, 2021 - 2:59 pm

Digerati Technologies, Inc. (DTGI) Featured in Virtual Coverage of Benzinga’s Small Cap Conference

Digerati Technologies (OTCQB: DTGI) is a provider of cloud services specializing in UCaaS (Unified Communications as a Service) solutions for the business market. Through its operating subsidiaries T3 Communications (T3com.com) and Nexogy (Nexogy.com), the company is meeting the global needs of businesses seeking simple, flexible, reliable, and cost-effective communication and network solutions, including cloud PBX, cloud mobile, Internet broadband, SD-WAN, SIP trunking, and customized VoIP services, all…

Wednesday Oct 20, 2021 - 1:53 pm

Sharing Services Global Corp. (SHRG) Strengthens Appeal to Those Looking for Flexible, Entrepreneurial Opportunities

A 2020 DSA study reports that interest in direct sales is highest among younger generationsAn impressive 77% of Americans are interested in the flexibility, income potential found in direct salesEarlier this year, SHRG announced The Happy Co., a unique company that offers a powerful direct-sales opportunity Although direct sales has been around for centuries — a history of the industry notes that “as hunter-gatherers settled down…

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