CannabisNewsBreaks

TuesdayDec 26, 2017 12:44 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) Set to Exploit the Cannabis Industry Utilizing Proprietary Technology

Lexaria Bioscience (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) is well positioned in the booming cannabis industry with its patent-protected technology, DehyraTECH™, which enables a more efficient delivery and absorption of cannabinoids. An article discussing this reads: “Lexaria research and development partnership with the Canadian government’s National Research Council underscores the significance of its unique technology. Results from the endeavor are expected to support accelerating B2B relationships – and not just in the booming cannabis and CBD/hemp oil industry. Much more can be done to enhance and enable delivery of active pharmaceutical ingredients in a wide variety of important health-related fields, offering Lexaria…

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FridayDec 22, 2017 12:18 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Veritas Pharma Inc. (CSE: VRT) (OTC: VRTHF) (FRT: 2VP) to Leverage Unique Compound Synergies for Pain Moderation

Based on evidence that cannabinoids and opioids can work in synergy to moderate pain, Veritas Pharma (CSE: VRT) (OTC: VRTHF) (FRT: 2VP) and its research arm, Cannevert Therapeutics Ltd., intend to boost actions of opioid analgesics with a specific strain of cannabis. A recent article highlights the company’s approach in developing quality strains, stating, “Veritas Pharma employs a scientific approach to support medical cannabis claims and is intent on developing and commercializing the most effective strains of cannabis for medical use. The company is concerned that, with the rapid growth of the medical cannabis industry, product quality is inconsistent and…

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ThursdayDec 21, 2017 9:55 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – DOJA Cannabis Company Ltd. (CSE: DOJA) (OTC: DJACF) Enters LOI for Merger with Tokyo Smoke; Announces Investment from Aphria Inc.

Premium cannabis lifestyle brand DOJA Cannabis Company Ltd. (CSE: DOJA) (OTC: DJACF) this morning announced its entry into a binding letter of intent setting out the terms pursuant to which it proposes to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Tokyo Smoke. Per the update, the proposed merger will create a uniquely positioned cannabis company combining a best-in-class craft cannabis producer and a retail-focused cannabis company. The combined company is expected to operate under the name “Hiku Brands Company Ltd.” in reference to the brand house containing premium cannabis brands DOJA, Tokyo Smoke and Van der Pop. Additionally,…

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MondayDec 18, 2017 12:08 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – InMed Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (CSE: IN) (OTCQB: IMLFF) Added to Horizons Marijuana Life Sciences Index ETF

Horizons ETFs Management (Canada) Inc. recently announced completion of its quarterly rebalance of the constituent holdings of the Horizons Marijuana Life Sciences Index ETF (“HMMJ”). Pre-clinical stage biopharmaceutical company InMed Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (CSE: IN) (OTCQB: IMLFF) is one of 11 new holdings that have been added to HMMJ’s portfolio, which is the world’s first ETF offering direct exposure to North American-listed securities involved with marijuana bioengineering and production. “Cannabis has been one of the newest and fastest-growing asset classes of 2017, presently valued at approximately $23 billion,” Steve Hawkins, president and CEO of Horizons ETFs, stated in a news release.…

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FridayDec 15, 2017 9:24 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) Launches New Research Programs

Lexaria Bioscience (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) this morning said it is engaging in a new topical skin cream research and development ("R&D") program; R&D regarding nicotine edibles; and provided an update on existing R&D programs. The company has developed topical cream products for the delivery of cannabinoids as an addition to its DehydraTECH™ technology. Laboratory testing for human skin absorption and penetration characteristics are scheduled for early 2018 for various formulations. Following its recent nicotine patent grant, Lexaria is advancing its research focus on edible forms of nicotine that could utilize the company’s DehydraTECH™ technology. Additionally, Lexaria plans to further…

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WednesdayDec 13, 2017 11:43 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) Granted U.S. Patent Regarding DehydraTECH™ Technology

Lexaria Bioscience (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) reported this morning that it has been granted a patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office ("USPTO") increasing its intellectual property (“IP”) hold of its DehydraTECH™ technology. The newly-issued patent covers the use of DehydraTECH™ technology as a delivery platform for a broad range of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients ("APIs") including all cannabinoids, fat soluble vitamins, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory pain medications ("NSAIDs"), and nicotine. In addition, Lexaria continues to advance all of its other patent applications worldwide. “This ground-breaking, patented IP builds a foundation for new business opportunities in 2018 including what could be…

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TuesdayDec 12, 2017 9:29 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – ABcann Global Corp. (TSX.V: ABCN) (OTCQB: ABCCF) Inks LOI to Acquire Outstanding Shares of Harvest Medicine Inc.

Abcann Global (TSX.V: ABCN) (OTCQB: ABCCF) this morning said that the company recently entered into a binding Letter of Intent (“LOI”) dated December 11, 2017 to acquire all outstanding securities of Canada’s fastest growing medical cannabis clinic, Harvest Medicine Inc. Per the terms of the agreement, Abcann will make a $1,500,000 cash payment and issue 1,056,338 common shares in the capital of ABcann valued at $1,500,000, based on a deemed price of $1.42 per share. Upon the closing of the transaction, Harvest Medicine founder and CEO, Shekhar Parmar, is anticipated to join ABcann’s executive team as Chief Strategy Officer and…

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MondayDec 11, 2017 5:16 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Veritas Pharma Inc. (CSE: VRT) (OTC: VRTHF) (FRT: 2VP) Develops Cannabis-Based Therapeutics in Response to Opioid Epidemic

Emerging pharmaceutical and IP development company Veritas Pharma (CSE: VRT) (OTC: VRTHF) (FRT: 2VP) is using scientific research and development to stake out its spot in the medical marijuana industry. An article discussing this reads: “Veritas Pharma’s mission is to develop and commercialize the most effective cannabis strains, backed by clinical data. This innovative research and development path aims to solve the critical need for real science to support claims surrounding medical marijuana. The company’s approach, combined with its strategic alliances, will effectively address the medical community’s concerns over the complexities of cannabis potency, efficacy, quality and content in the…

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MondayDec 11, 2017 3:53 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – InMed Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (CSE: IN) (OTCQB: IMLFF) Utilizes Proprietary Advanced Biosynthesis Process to Develop Cannabinoids-based Therapies

InMed Pharmaceuticals (CSE: IN) (OTCQB: IMLFF) remains focused on discovering potential breakthrough cannabinoid-based therapies by utilizing its proprietary cannabinoid biosynthesis process and its bioinformatics drug and disease targeting tool. An article discussing this reads: “Other biopharmaceutical companies may produce cannabinoids in the laboratory using chemical synthesis, but there’s a litany of drug development efforts with synthetic molecules that have failed. The proprietary biosynthesis process used by InMed Pharmaceuticals, Inc.’s (CSE: IN) (OTCQB: IMLFF) is unique. Producing cannabinoids that are identical to naturally occurring compounds is transformative for drug development. By using its proprietary process, InMed is able to manufacture exact…

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MondayDec 11, 2017 3:39 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) Sets its Sights on Booming Global Cannabis Industry

Lexaria Bioscience’s (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) patented delivery technology, DehydraTECH™ has positioned the company at the forefront of the thriving global cannabis industry. A recent article discussing this reads: “LXRP’s technology enables improved delivery of bioactive substances via oral ingestion that results in increased absorption without the need for unhealthy practices of inhalational dosing that result in damaging affects to the lungs. The technology also eliminates the need for co-administration with unhealthy sugars or sweeteners in delivery that are commonly used to mask the bitter tastes. With DehydraTECH™, bioactive substance delivery is improved by combining molecules with certain fatty acids…

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