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CannabisNewsBreaks – SinglePoint, Inc. (SING) CEO Discusses Plans for Las Vegas MJ Show on MoneyTV with Donald Baillargeon

Technology and investment company SinglePoint (OTCQB: SING) was featured on this week’s episode of MoneyTV with Donald Baillargeon. The internationally-syndicated program covers money-focused topics, featuring various companies and in-depth interviews with CEOs and executives that offer insights into operations and future outlooks. MoneyTV is viewed in over 200 million households in more than 75 countries. This week’s program featured SinglePoint CEO Greg Lambrecht as he discussed the company’s plans for the upcoming MJBizCon Show in Las Vegas.

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About SinglePoint, Inc.

SinglePoint, Inc. is a technology and investment company with a focus on acquiring companies that will benefit from the injection of growth capital and technology integration. The company portfolio includes mobile payments, ancillary cannabis services and blockchain solutions. Through acquisitions into horizontal markets, SinglePoint is building its portfolio by acquiring an interest in undervalued companies, thereby providing a rich, diversified holding base. Through SingleSeed, the company is providing products and services to the cannabis industry. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.SinglePoint.com.

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CannabisNewsWire (CNW) is an information service that provides (1) access to our news aggregation and syndication servers, (2) CannabisNewsBreaks that summarize corporate news and information, (3) enhanced press release services, (4) social media distribution and optimization services, and (5) a full array of corporate communication solutions. As a multifaceted financial news and content distribution company with an extensive team of contributing journalists and writers, CNW is uniquely positioned to best serve private and public companies that desire to reach a wide audience of investors, consumers, journalists and the general public. CNW has an ever-growing distribution network of more than 5,000 key syndication outlets across the country. By cutting through the overload of information in today’s market, CNW brings its clients unparalleled visibility, recognition and brand awareness. CNW is where news, content and information converge.

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CannabisNewsBreaks – Supreme Cannabis Company Inc. (TSX: FIRE) (OTCQX: SPRWF) (FRA: 53S1) to Release Q1 2019 Financial Results on November 14

Supreme Cannabis Company (TSX: FIRE) (OTCQX: SPRWF) (FRA: 53S1), a global diversified portfolio of distinct cannabis companies, products and brands, announced on Thursday that it will be releasing its first quarter financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2019 on Thursday, November 14, 2019.

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About Supreme Cannabis Company

The Supreme Cannabis Company, Inc., is a global diversified portfolio of distinct cannabis companies, products and brands. Since 2014, the company has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing, premium plant driven-lifestyle companies by effectively deploying capital, with an emphasis on disciplined growth and high-quality products. Supreme Cannabis’ portfolio includes 7ACRES, its wholly-owned subsidiary and multi-award-winning brand; Blissco, a wellness cannabis brand and a multi-licensed processor and distributor based in British Columbia; Truverra Inc., a global medicinal cannabis brand and licensed cultivator; Cambium Plant Sciences, a plant genetics and cultivation IP company; Medigrow Lesotho, an cannabis oil producer located in southern Africa; Supreme Heights, an investment platform focused on CBD brands in the UK and Europe and a brand partnership and licensing deal with Khalifa Kush Enterprises Canada. Supreme trades as FIRE on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: FIRE), SPRWF on the OTC Exchange in the United States (OTCQX: SPRWF) and 53S1 on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FRA: 53S1). Follow the company on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.Supreme.ca.

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420 with CNW – Poll Shows Americans Still View Marijuana as Safer Than Alcohol and Electronic Cigarettes

A new poll released on Tuesday by POLITICO and Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health shows that the majority of Americans believe that alcohol and tobacco are more harmful than marijuana.

Only 1 in every 5 Americans believes marijuana to be harmful to its consumers while 2 in 5 Americans believe alcohol is detrimental to its users. 52% of Americans consider cigarettes to be very dangerous, while 80% say that tobacco is very harmful.

Robert Blendon, the Harvard professor for health policy and political analysis who conducted the poll of 1007 Americans, said that in the past decade, people were being jailed for marijuana, but today, they are saying marijuana is not harmful.

Since the 2012 ballot referendum authorizing recreational marijuana in Colorado and Washington, marijuana legalization is rapidly being adopted by different states across the U.S. Currently there are 33 states in the U.S. that have legalized the use marijuana medically or recreationally. However, marijuana is still categorized as an illegal drug at the federal level.

The poll shows that despite the outbreak of the vaping-related lung illnesses which left 37people dead, people’s perception of marijuana was not affected. THC was present in the vaping products linked with the lung ailments. THC is a compound of cannabis that gives the high effect. According to the survey, some of the vaping products were purchased from the black market, and only a few of the products were purchased through legal channels.

The poll was conducted in October, a month after the outbreak of the vaping related lung illnesses. Blendon said that people have termed vaping as very dangerous, but the same is not true for cannabis.

During the poll, almost half the participants did not know what CBD is. Among the 8% of the adult participants familiar with the product, 5% said that the product is very harmful. Most of those familiar with CBD said that the federal government should not interfere with the product. And half of those said that the Food and Drug Administration should oversee the safety of products infused with CBD.

Fifty-five percent of those familiar with CBD said they would buy CBD over the counter regardless of whether those products passed or failed clinical trials. And, 3 out of 5 Americans said that they would still use their favorite products, even after the FDA confirms that it does not fulfill its intended purpose.

Blendon said that people do not perceive CBD as harmful; so, the FDA regulations of this cannabinoid should not be stringent.

Federal legalization of marijuana is supported by 67% of the Democrats, 69% of the independents, and 45% of the Republicans, which translates to 62 percent of all Americans. This is a marked increase from 44% in 2009, said Blendon.

Analysts believe that it is opinion poll findings like these which make marijuana companies, such as LiveWire Ergogenics Inc. (OTC: LVVV) and VIVO Cannabis Inc. (TSX.V: VIVO) (OTCQX: VVCIF), to wonder why the federal government is so out of touch with the sentiments of the citizens.

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420 with CNW – UK Parliamentary Committee Calls for Drug Decriminalization

A United Kingdom parliamentary Committee is calling for the decriminalization of drug possession. It is also requesting the government to establish places where people can smoke marijuana as this will go a long way in preventing death from drug overdoses.

On Monday, the Scottish Affairs Committee concluded that instead of the UK government viewing drug use as a criminal justice challenge, they should address it as a public health issue. This is after they consulted with health professionals, government agencies and scholars, as well as visiting other countries such as Portugal, whose drug policy reforms are advanced.

In a press release, the chair of the Scottish Affairs Committee (SAC), MP Pete Wishart, said that while conducting the inquiries, the panel heard devastating tales of how drug use is causing pain and suffering to the citizens. The people further observed that if any other illness were causing the death other than drugs, the government would have termed it as a public health issue and taken immediate action to minimize the incidences.

Wishart said that criminal justice has failed in curbing drug use. According to the SAC, the UK government should transfer the responsibility of developing drug policy from the Home Office to the Department for Health and Social Care.

Decriminalization of drugs is a move to try and solve the issue of drug use by reducing the stigma surrounding drug use and addiction and at the same time, encouraging people to go to rehab.

Last month, the Health and Social Care Committee said that drugs should not be categorized as a criminal justice matter. The panel further noted that the government should set up safe consumption sites and access to the anti-overdose medication, naloxone, should be extended. This makes the UK Scottish Affairs Committee the second in supporting drug decriminalization.

The establishment of safe consumption sites, for instance, like the one in Glasgow, would help in reducing the number of deaths caused by drug overdoses. They can also act a means through which the users can seek further help by, for instance, identifying the reason why they are using drugs. Safe consumption sites could help in fighting the drug crisis in Scotland, said the panel.

The government has been ignoring evidence of the importance of improving the drug policy. However, to reduce drug use and loss of life, the government must listen to the advice of the experts, starting with the committee’s report.

Drug decriminalization is gaining support because last month, the ruling party in Scotland voiced its support for the change in policy.

A report urging the government to work together with the provinces, municipalities, and law enforcement agencies to decriminalize drugs was released by the House of Commons Committee on Health.

It is believed that cannabis industry actors like Earth Science Tech Inc. (OTCQB: ETST) and Dama Financial see this growing interest in decriminalizing marijuana as the first steps towards realizing that the substance was unjustifiably demonized in the past.

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CannabisNewsBreaks – Stem Holdings, Inc. (CSE: STEM) (OTCQX: STMH) Enters Nevada Market through Cannabis Product Launch

Stem Holdings (CSE: STEM) (OTCQX: STMH), a vertically integrated cannabis and hemp company with state-of-the-art cultivation, processing, extraction, retail, and distribution operations, recently launched and completed the initial shipments of two of its award-winning cultivars in Nevada dispensaries under its Travis x James cannabis and Cannavore edibles brands. The company intends to introduce Cannavore’s Salted Caramels, Double Chocolate Chip Cookies and Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies in conjunction with its expansion into the Nevada market. “Stem Holdings is proud to introduce Travis x James and Cannavore brands to Nevada, as we know residents and visitors alike will be drawn to our award-winning genetics and cultivars,” Stem Holdings CEO Adam Berk stated in the news release. “With more than 44 million visitors each year, the Las Vegas market provides an ideal opportunity to introduce our leading cannabis products to consumers both locally and across the globe, and our entrance into this market is indicative of our company’s strategic approach to growth.”

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About Stem Holdings, Inc.

Stem Holdings is a leading cannabis and hemp company in the U.S. with proprietary capabilities in sustainable cultivation, processing, extraction, and R&D, as well as retail and distribution operations aligned with state-by-state regulations. Stem’s award-winning brands are the foundation of the company’s rapid expansion into current and new segments and markets, with exceptional and disruptive brands and products that benefit well-being. Stem’s expertise and scale will drive growth domestically and internationally, building value for shareholders. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.StemHoldings.com.

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CannabisNewsBreaks – Australis Capital Inc. (AUSAF) CEO Discusses Cocoon Technology Platform on The Stock Day Podcast

Australis Capital Inc. (OTCQX: AUSAF), a company that operates and builds transformative, differentiated cannabis companies in and serving the cannabis market predominantly in the United States, was featured on The Stock Day Podcast with host Everett Jolly. According to the update, Australis Capital CEO Scott Dowty discussed the recent launch of Cocoon Technology, a self-service fulfillment platform designed for dispensaries and retailers. Dowty shared that the platform will help dispensaries and retailers to reduce operating costs and streamline services while improving overall efficiency for  staff members and customers. “I started building Cocoon Technology before I started working with Australis,” Dowty said in the podcast, adding that the platform will allow patrons to purchase products privately and conveniently. “This is a kiosk environment where we have our loyalty program integrated.”

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About Australis Capital Inc.

AUSA operates and builds transformative, differentiated cannabis companies in and serving the cannabis market predominantly in the United States, a highly-regulated, fragmented, and rapidly expanding industry. AUSA adheres to stringent evaluation and operating criteria focusing on high-quality opportunities while maintaining a steadfast commitment to governance and community. AUSA’s Board and management team have material experience with, and knowledge of, the cannabis space in the U.S., extensive backgrounds in highly-regulated industries and regulatory compliance. AUSA operating and portfolio assets include Rthm Technologies Inc., Body and Mind Inc., Quality Green Inc., Folium Biosciences, Wagner Dimas, Mr. Natural Inc., Green Therapeutics, LLC and Cocoon Technology LLC. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.AUSA-Corp.com.

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HempNewsBreaks – Youngevity International Inc.’s (NASDAQ: YGYI) Khrysos Industries Granted Registered Hemp Seed Dealer License in the State of Florida

Youngevity International (NASDAQ: YGYI), a leading multi-channel lifestyle company operating in three distinct business segments, together with its wholly owned subsidiary, Khrysos Industries, Inc., today announced the granting of a Hemp Seed Dealer License to Khrysos by Florida’s Agricultural Environmental Services Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement. “Khrysos Industries, in anticipation of being granted the seed dealer license, has already purchased Six 45 X 8 Hemp Seed Grow Houses complete with auto temperature and humidity-controlled systems with all houses containing UV lighting systems and automated irrigation,” Khrysos President Dr. Dwayne Dundore said in the news release. “These automated climate control grow houses all are housed with dehumidification systems and will be located on our 45-acre tract of land in Central Florida.”

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Khrysos Industries, Inc.

Khrysos Industries is a leading manufacturer of commercial hemp-based CBD extraction, post processing equipment, and end-to-end processor of CBD isolate, distillate, water soluble Isolate, and water-soluble distillate. Its subsidiary, INX Laboratories provides a broad range of testing services including potency analysis for its supply partners of hemp derived CBD products. Khrysos provides hemp growers, feedstock suppliers, and CBD crude oil producers the use of equipment, intellectual capital, production consultancy, tolling services, and wholesale CBD channel sales capabilities. Khrysos Industries was acquired by Youngevity International (NASDAQ: YGYI) on February 12th, 2019. For more information, visit the company’ website at www.KhrysosGlobal.com.

About Youngevity International Inc.

Youngevity International Inc. is a multi-channel lifestyle company operating in three distinct business segments, including a commercial coffee enterprise, a commercial hemp enterprise and a multi-vertical omni direct selling enterprise. The company features a multi country selling network and has assembled a virtual Main Street of products and services under one corporate entity. YGYI offers products from the six top-selling retail categories: health/nutrition, home/family, food/beverage (including coffee), spa/beauty, apparel/jewelry and innovative services. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.YGYI.com.

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CannabisNewsBreaks – Willow Biosciences Inc. (CSE: WLLW) (OTCQB: CANSF) Announces Plans to Participate in Cowen 2nd Annual Boston Cannabis Conference

Willow Biosciences (CSE: WLLW) (OTCQB: CANSF) today announced its plans to participate in the Cowen 2nd Annual Boston Cannabis Conference, a carefully curated event to represent leading-edge companies across a wide array of products, brands, technologies, services and health care providers in the emerging cannabis industry. According to the update, the event is scheduled to be held at the InterContinental Boston on November 12-13, 2019. Willow Vice President, Commercial Operations Dr. Chris Savile will be speaking on a Biosynthesis panel on November 13 at 8:50 AM ET. In addition Dr. Savile and Willow CFO Travis Doupe will be available for meetings throughout the conference, which can be arranged through Cowen’s one-on-one meeting system.

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About Willow Biosciences Inc.

Willow is a Canadian biotechnology company based in Calgary, Alberta, that produces high purity, plant-derived compounds that provide building blocks for the global pharmaceutical, health and wellness, and consumer packaged goods industries. Willow’s current focus is in the production of cannabinoids for the treatment for pain, anxiety, obesity, brain disorders, among other significant indications. Willow’s science team has a proven track record of developing manufacturing technologies for high purity compounds in pain and cancer treatments. Willow’s manufacturing process creates a consistent, scalable and sustainable product that allows for the discovery and development of new life changing drugs. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.WillowBio.com.

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420 with CNW – Marijuana Legalization Revived in New Jersey Legislature

Good ideas are cast aside, and bad ideas become law in lame-duck legislative sessions. The New Jersey Senate President Steve Sweeney announced that the Senate would attempt to legalize the possession and use of recreational marijuana. This will be a test of whether this good idea will go to waste or be brought to life.

Despite the overwhelming support for the decriminalization of the possession of small amounts of marijuana, legalization supporters have been unable to get a majority vote in the legislature. The legalization issue was scheduled for discussion in March, but it has been dormant from the time a headcount revealed that it would be short with a few votes and so voting was abruptly called off at the time.

Since then, it is unlikely that the quest for the required majority has produced any fruit because the opposers of the legislation were joined by others who were objecting to other marijuana provisions such as oversight, licensing, sales outlet locations, tax rate, and revenue allocation.

He wanted the legislation to address some of these issues, but the opposition objected to the proposed changes. The members of the clergy oppose the legalization of marijuana, terming it as a means of profiting the investors at the expense of the weak while inflicting harm to the communities that are greatly affected by the war against drugs.

The leader of opposition in the Senate, Newark Senator Ron Rice, said that the people who will benefit most from legalization are outside investors. He also predicted that the legalization of recreational marijuana would destroy urban communities’ quality of life while severely damaging the health and welfare of the youth.

The supporters and the opposers of marijuana legalization will present evidence to support their positions during the fresh debates. They will present evidence that shows if marijuana contributes or does not contribute to road accidents, if the functioning of the brain is impaired or not or if using marijuana for prolonged periods affects or does not affect cognition.

Urban mayors whose cities have been affected by the war against drugs made compelling cases insisting that their cities should get the larger share of tax revenue due to the suffering inflicted on their communities. They also demand to be given priority in sales licenses and retail outlets.  The legislative supporters are faced with the challenge of giving in to their demands because it is unlikely they will change or lessen these requirements.

If the Senate does not approve the legislation, Sweeney’s fall back plan is placing the bill in the 2020 ballot box for voters. The ballot would pass the bill due to the increased turnout since it is a presidential election year.

During his campaign the now Governor Murphy said that he would ensure marijuana would be legalized within the first 100 days of his term, but now it is two years since the election and weed is still illegal.

The most challenging issue Governor Murphy has handled during his term is marijuana legalization, but he is still positive that the legislators will come around and approve the proposal. One would be justified to believe that marijuana companies like The Supreme Cannabis Company Inc. (TSX.V: FIRE) (OTCQX: SPRWF) and SinglePoint Inc. (OTCQB: SING) are a bit skeptical about the chances that New Jersey will legalize recreational marijuana legislatively this year.

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420 with CNW – University of Texas Scientists Develop Rapid Marijuana Test

In the U.S., marijuana is one of the most used federally illegal drugs. There are no federal regulations governing marijuana use, leaving law enforcement with the challenge of identifying impaired driving.

A team of researchers at the University of Texas in Dallas has developed a biosensor that uses saliva to detect the levels of THC on a subject in one minute.

Their study was published in Nature Scientific Reports in September. The biosensor device will help in the roadside assessment of THC consumption. It works the same way as those testing for alcohol-impaired driving.

Dr. Shalini Prasad, who is one of the researchers and an interim department head of bioengineering in the Erik Johnson School of Engineering and Computer Science, said that even though marijuana is not legal in Texas, there are conversations geared towards that end. She furthers says that there are no devices that can accurately determine the levels of THC in a subject.

THC is the active component of marijuana that has the potential to affect memory, mobility, focus, coordination, decision-making, sensory and time perception of the consumers.

According to Dr. Prasad, marijuana effects vary from person to person and determining how it affects the population as a whole is much more complicated than it is for alcohol. However, there are several studies on the metabolism of marijuana.

Previously the team had developed a biosensor that uses sweat to determine the level of glucose in the body. But, it takes too long for marijuana to leave the body through sweat, thus, testing sweat for marijuana is not suitable for ensuring road safety. Testing impaired driving through blood tests is also time-consuming, invasive, and requires medical expertise, which not all law enforcement members are equipped with.

Prasad further said that time is crucial when developing technology meant for public-assessment. The team set out to develop the device after noticing a gap when they reviewed the existing technology. She also explained that the faster the test is conducted, the better and the easier it is to ensure public safety.

Using saliva is the best alternative as it is not invasive, and it does not require much time to get accurate results. Just get a swab on the cheek, and you have your testing sample. Some kits can even be used at home, but they require more caution when handling them, said Prasad.

The biosensor uses the electrochemical activities of the molecules to determine THC concentration. However, the method still has its complications, such as the presence of other molecules in saliva, which makes it difficult for the biosensor to pick THC metabolites. Another complication is acidic saliva, as it tends to camouflage electrochemical signals, but they overcame this hurdle by designing a lubricant that amplifies the metabolite signal.

The team worked for a period of three years, on and off to develop the saliva biosensor, which has a 95% accuracy. The team has hopes of partnering with researchers working closely with marijuana metabolism to perfect their device.

Experts suggest that the marijuana industry, including actors like Green Growth Brands Inc. (CSE: GGB) (OTCQB: GGBXF) and HTC Extraction Systems (TSX.V: HTC), may still have strong reservations about marijuana impairment test kits since there is no agreement regarding the standards upon which someone can be regarded as impaired.

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