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Tuesday, April 2, 2019

Wild West Crypto Show Discusses the Value of People

The burgeoning cryptocurrency space offers opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs
Rumblings of mass adoption and a Fortune 500 company accepting million-dollar payments in crypto serve as key discussion points in this week’s episode
Hosts examine how risk, habits, forgiveness and living life to its fullest make room for success

Wild West Crypto Show (“WWCS”) co-hosts Drew Taylor and Brent Bates recently aired (http://nnw.fm/WD2wD) their 53rd episode, titled ‘Creating Value for Entrepreneurs’. In this episode, they highlight the opportunities that 81-C is providing for both investors and entrepreneurs. The two look at the good, the bad and the ugly regarding conversations in government, as well as how consolidation and hackers are affecting the industry. After discussing the latest in crypto news with Jonathan Keim from CryptoCurrencyWire, they dive into the importance of good habits and how those habits lead to success.

81-C co-CEOs Jessica Merrell and Dan Abbate joined WWCS to discuss the value of entrepreneurs and how to create access to investors, regardless of the size of the entrepreneurial enterprise. 81-C’s goal is to seek out and find good, scalable businesses, then acquire those businesses to provide access to capital and additional resources. The company provides strategies for entrepreneurs who wish to scale or exit the business, thereby offering opportunities for both investors and entrepreneurs long before a company goes public.

In addition, every week Taylor and Bates discuss The Good, The Bad and The Ugly in crypto news. This week, they discussed:

Conversations surrounding blockchain and crypto in London and discussions taking place in Parliament;
Consolidation within the industry and how this can quickly change from a negative to a positive; and
The rising incidence of hacking within the industry, which is harming bitcoin.

During the CryptoCurrencyWire portion of the show, Keim shares additional crypto news about crowdfunding projects, conferences and more. The co-hosts and Keim discuss rumblings of mass adoption and a Fortune 500 company that has begun accepting million-dollar crypto payment. After providing updates on a previous event, Keim shares details regarding the upcoming Blockchain Goes Hollywood event. Set to take place at the Bicycle Hotel & Casino and Universal Studios California, Blockchain Goes Hollywood is scheduled to be a four-day, high-end event with only 500 available tickets and a celebrity-focused guest list. CryptoCurrencyWire will be a gold sponsor and the official newswire of the event.

Every week, WWCS viewers are treated to sound-bites of advice from both hosts. This week, Bates focuses the discussion around creating good habits that lead to success. Taylor focuses his rant on New Zealand and how hate has global effects. He encourages people to vote for what they believe in. His message is simple: life is short, don’t focus on hate; instead, enjoy people and learn to forgive. Tune into the episode to hear more.

To get the lowdown on crypto and blockchain, tune into the Wild West Crypto Show, now on TV in 45 cities across the nation. For the latest episode, which includes CryptoCurrencyWire’s ongoing segment featuring the latest news from around the world, visit http://nnw.fm/WD2wD

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The Green Organic Dutchman (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF) Receives Second Organic Certification; Gains Initial Approval on Hamilton Facility

TGOD recently received its second organic certification at its Hamilton facility
Jefferies and Seaport Global have initiated coverage on the company’s stock
TGOD’s Canada-listed shares climbed by more than 19 percent between February 28 and March 28, 2019
Company has received initial approval to operate a cannabis greenhouse in Ancaster, Ontario

The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF) is now most definitely on the radar of the investment community. In February, NYC-based investment bank Jefferies initiated coverage of the stock with a ‘Buy’ recommendation (http://nnw.fm/wC4Lm). The company’s stock price has been climbing in the wake of this milestone. Coverage appears to have increased investor confidence, as has confirmation that the company continues to pursue its strategy of producing premium organic cannabis at low cost. TGOD has received organic certification from Pro-Cert Organic Systems Ltd. for its Hamilton facility, the second time it has done so.

Earlier, Seaport Global Securities’ Senior Equity Analyst initiated coverage on the company with a ‘Buy’ rating and a bullish price target, citing the company’s bright future in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) space.

Organic certification is a big deal for TGOD, big enough for the company to enshrine the concept in its name. Organic cultivation leads to a cleaner product – one free of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, which can pervert natural growth processes. In May 2018, TGOD’s facility based in Ancaster, Ontario, received organic certification from Ecocert Canada, an internationally recognized world-leading organization in organic certification. Ecocert is one of the most discerning organic certification bodies, with standards that are based on employing natural and organic cultivation principles, including the use of ingredients derived from renewable resources and environmentally-friendly processes.

The new certification from Pro-Cert marks a doubling down by TGOD on the production of clean cannabis (http://nnw.fm/E2ekK). The certifier of organic, gluten-free and grass-fed products is one of North America’s premier certification bodies, with a client base of producers, processors and traders stretching across Canada and the United States. Pro-Cert’s certification programs are ISO 17065-compliant and accredited, providing global recognition and international access to the products that are certified. Certified brands and products carry the Pro-Cert logo.

“Organic” is a label that refers to methods of agricultural production and food processing designed to minimize disruption of the natural environment, encourage the health and vitality of the soil, promote humane animal management and preserve ecological integrity. To use the label, manufacturers and producers must typically comply with government regulations. For example, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has four distinct labeling categories for certified organic food products: ‘100% Organic’, ‘Organic’, ‘Made with Organic ***’ (http://nnw.fm/oG28u) and ‘Specific Organic Ingredients’. Generally, organic standards prohibit the use of synthetic pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, synthetic hormones, genetic engineering, sewage sludge and irradiation during crop production. These standards also forbid artificial food colors, flavors and sweeteners, as well as many preservatives and processing aids.

Canadian consumers have stated a preference for organic cannabis. In a recent study conducted by Hill & Knowlton, over 50 percent of recreational consumers stated that it was important that their cannabis be organic. When the same question was posed to medical patients, that number increased to 63 percent.

In addition, TGOD recently received news that the Hamilton City Council has voted to approve the company’s settlement offer, allowing TGOD to operate its cannabis greenhouse in Ancaster, Ontario, upon confirmation of the settlement by the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal at a meeting scheduled for April 25, 2019. According to the press release (http://nnw.fm/q9fSd), the combined facilities in Ancaster, when complete, will be capable of growing 17,500 kgs of organic cannabis annually. The newly constructed, LEED-designed purpose-built greenhouse is expected to commence growing operations by June and employ up to 85 people. In a news release, Brian Athaide, CEO of TGOD, stated, “This is important to TGOD’s ability to generate considerable near-term revenue while the Company continues to approach its global planned output of 219,000 kgs.”

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.TGOD.ca

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ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (CIIX) Subsidiary Launches High-End, Full-Spectrum Luxury Brand CBD Oil

The new CBD oil product was introduced at the Financial Carnival Event in San Francisco
The full-spectrum oil joins CIIX’s other CBD products, including OptHemp and the OPT2Mist CBD-infused sprays
CEO sees possibility of reaching $6-$10 million in annual sales volume, facilitating uplisting to the New York Stock Exchange or the Nasdaq Capital Market

ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) has added a high-end, full-spectrum brand of CBD oil to its CBD offerings through subsidiary ChineseHempOil.com Inc. The new product line is available at www.365CWC.com. CIIX said in a news release that the new, branded oil should have a positive impact on its sales and profit margin (http://nnw.fm/CQq56).

CIIX’s new site, which caters to both Chinese and English speakers, offers a growing selection of CBD wellness products, including:

OPTHemp-branded organic, industrial hemp-derived CBD oil, CBD scrub and cream and other hemp-infused cosmetics;
OPT2Mist daily vitamin and full-spectrum CBD-infused sprays; and
Organic full-spectrum CBD oil sourced from Colorado.

In a news release (http://nnw.fm/CQq56), CIIX CEO Warren Wang said, “This 100 percent organic product, free of pesticides, herbicides and chemical fertilizers, will provide our most discerning, health-conscious customers with one of the highest quality CBD oils available.” The CBD oil was introduced in San Francisco at the Financial Carnival Event, Wang added.

In an interview on MoneyTV with Donald Baillargeon, Wang expressed hopes that, within the next three to five years, the company will be uplisted to the New York Stock Exchange or the Nasdaq Capital Market as it reaches up to $10 million in annual sales volume (http://nnw.fm/7hveB).

Based in San Gabriel, California, CIIX offers educational programs in investing to its international Chinese-speaking audience. The company also offers an industrial hemp-infused consumer products line.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.ChineseInvestors.com

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Therma Bright Inc. (TSX.V: THRM) (OTC: THRBF) Set to Thrive within Blossoming Cosmeceutical Industry

Therma Bright Inc.’s proprietary technology has received Class II medical device status from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
The global market for cosmeceuticals was valued at nearly $47 billion in 2017 and is estimated to see continued growth
The company is waiting on regulatory approvals for its thermal therapy technology, which incorporates the use of cannabis or cannabidiol

Therma Bright Inc. (TSX.V: THRM) (OTC: THRBF), a medical device technology provider focused on addressing dermatological needs in the multi-billion-dollar cosmeceutical (the convergence of cosmetic and pharmaceutical products) industry, offers relief for insect and marine life bites and stings, which is especially relevant as spring weather patterns transition into increasingly wet and humid conditions.

The company’s pain-free skin care offerings alleviate pain, itch and discomfort caused by a myriad of creatures, including bees, wasps, hornets, mosquitos, black flies and jellyfish. Therma Bright’s products, devices and treatments are effective and non-invasive, offering both cosmetic and medicinal or therapeutic benefits. This proprietary technology has received Class II medical device status from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The global market for cosmeceuticals was valued at nearly $47 billion in 2017 and is estimated to be worth more than $80 billion by 2023. The industry is growing at a rate of nearly 9.5 percent, according to a report published by Mordor Intelligence (http://nnw.fm/WDbi4). Many factors are contributing to this growth, including a “sustained rise in aging population globally.” As the life expectancy for both women and men increases, the share of people over 75 using cosmetics is also on the rise. Women and men are desirous of maintaining a youthful appearance, and this healthy demand for such cosmetic products has opened a window for innovation. The industry continues to thrive as a result of these factors.

Currently, Therma Bright is utilizing social media to market its products, working to develop and maintain relationships with established North American and global retailers. In an effort to enter the flourishing cannabis market, Therma Bright is also researching methods of utilizing medical grade cannabis or cannabidiol (CBD) to achieve back, knee and other joint pain relief. Once it obtains the proper regulatory approvals, the company plans to use its wholly owned subsidiary to produce and sell its thermal therapy technology, which incorporates medical cannabis.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.ThermaBright.com

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Marijuana Company of America Inc. (MCOA) Officially Launches hempSMART in UK, Acquires Interest in California Company

Most of MCOA’s projects involve the cultivation and distribution of hemp-derived products
The company has officially launched its industrial hemp-based, CBD-formulated hempSMART products in the United Kingdom
MCOA recently entered into an LOI with Natural Plant Extracts of California

An umbrella company, Marijuana Company of America Inc. (OTCQB: MCOA) supports an array of portfolio businesses that participate in the cannabis industry. Primarily an industrial hemp business, MCOA’s hempSMART company is focused on producing premier-quality botanical supplements derived from organically grown industrial hemp and synergistic botanicals (http://nnw.fm/7BBpe). MCOA is headquartered in Escondido, California.

Fundamentally, hempSMART offers a line of industrial hemp-derived cannabidiol (non-THC) products. The expectation is that the hemp market will increase tenfold this year. Hemp acreage in the United States increased by more than 500 percent between 2015 and 2017. Some estimates declare that 70 percent of the U.S. hemp crop is grown for cannabidiol (CBD) (http://nnw.fm/AXns1).

In the United States, MCOA is raising the profile of its hempSMART subsidiary. In addition, the company is planning an expansion of the brand into Asia and Europe (http://nnw.fm/7MFv7). hempSMART also offers the opportunity to distribute its products as part of its affiliate network marketing program. This program centers on promoting and selling the company’s legal hemp-based consumer products containing CBD.

hempSMART officially launched MCOA’s industrial hemp-based, CBD-formulated hempSMART products in the United Kingdom during the company’s March 23, 2019, launch event in London (http://nnw.fm/cEIs9). Its launch program included an in-depth overview of the CBD industry, its hempSMART products and marketing and compensation plans, which also feature information on how associates can start their own businesses in the CBD industry.

In a news release, MCOA Chief Executive Officer Donald Steinberg said, “We are now ready to start on the global rollout of our hempSMART products. Our software is set to accommodate many countries, our product line has been well developed, and we have leaders throughout the world ready to take up their roles as county directors.”

MCOA recently announced that it has entered into a letter of intent (LOI) with Natural Plant Extracts of California (“NPE”) and its subsidiary, Northern Lights Distribution LLC (“NLD”). This LOI is to acquire a 20-percent ownership interest in NPE and also to establish a joint venture (JV) to operate a California cannabis delivery service called Viva Buds.

Through the JV with NPE’s distribution company, MCOA created the wholly owned subsidiary Viva Buds Inc. to serve as the marketing division for NLD’s new retail delivery service in California. MCOA will first concentrate on delivering cannabis products to Southern California and subsequently launch to other cities across the state (http://nnw.fm/jxqM7).

Steinberg added, “This partnership will enable MCOA to establish itself as a major player in the cannabis arena. All licenses are in place to allow for vertical integration from farm to consumer. We are excited to expand our business model to now include marketing our new THC brand Viva Buds through our fully licensed partner NPE.”

Providing first-rate turnkey services to the legal cannabis and hemp industry, MCOA continues to advance its initiatives. The company offers investors the opportunity to partake in an industry that is showing exponential growth. MCOA has established itself along different points in the industrial hemp, cannabis and related services supply chain as it works to create even more value for its shareholders.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.MarijuanaCompanyofAmerica.com

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Monday, April 1, 2019

HODL Rally and Barcelona Blockchain Summit Provide Grand European Platform for Brands

With its grand European tour set for summer, HODL Rally is following a rite of passage that celebrates the best of what Europe has to offer. For eight days, 100 supercars will cruise 1,800 miles through five countries – England, France, Monaco, Spain and Switzerland – offering marketers a nonpareil opportunity to expose their brands to populations in eight cities.

HODL Rally is set to take off from Pall Mall in Central London with fanfare and, quite possibly, pomp and circumstance, which Brits find hard to resist. It will cross into France by ferry at Calais, follow a course from Paris to Geneva, and then head to the south side of France for a celebration in Cannes. A two-day hiatus is planned for the Blockchain Summit on July 4-5 at Barcelona’s W Hotel. Then it’s on to Valencia for bull fighting, followed by the leg to Denia on the coast of the Mediterranean. The blockchain cavalcade climaxes on the island of Ibiza, with a beach takeover, a fashion show with Adam Saaks and a VIP super yacht party.

The glamour and glitter of the HODL motorcade and its associated events offers marketers a unique platform to enhance the awareness of their brands. Each car in this promotional passing parade will be emblazoned with the logos and labels of sponsors. “Car rallies”, says Virtue Nightingale, CEO of HODL Rally, “are moving advertising boards. We will use this platform to promote blockchain technologies to the masses in a fun and social manner (by) displaying many of the pioneering blockchain companies on the vehicles. We are also working to have live advertising screens on our larger vehicles and tour buses displaying our sponsors’ brands.” In addition, during the Barcelona Blockchain Summit, sponsors will get an opportunity to pitch their brands for 10-15 minutes.

It’s not just attendees and spectators who will enjoy the treats with this event. HODL Rally will be televised and broadcast to hundreds of thousands. Plans are also afoot to create a mini TV series around the event. In the future, HODL Rally events are expected to be making their way to Asia, Canada, the United Arab Emirates and the U.S.

HODL Rally, a production of event management company EVOLV, is a collaboration between Virtue Nightingale and Adam Williams, a founder of the World Crypto Conference. EVOLV plans to offer a series of engaging crypto forums with wide ranging appeal. Up-and-coming events include HODL Rally; the Barcelona Blockchain Summit; Vegas Blockchain Week, from October 26 to November 1, 2019; and the headline event of the week, the World Crypto Conference, scheduled for October 29-31 in Las Vegas.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.HODLRally.com

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Blockchain Goes Hollywood to Host Charity Poker Tournament Featuring Influencers and Industry Leaders

Blockchain Goes Hollywood VIP conference aims to join technology leaders with financial institutions and investors
Event kicks off with a VIP charity poker tournament with major celebrity support
Streamed live, the prestigious poker tournament will be hosted by Jamie Gold, a past winner of the World Series of Poker Main Event

Blockchain Goes Hollywood will be a VIP event pairing industry technology leaders and innovators with investors and VC fund managers. The conference kicks off on May 30-31 with a VIP charity poker tournament to be held at the Bicycle Hotel & Casino in Bell Gardens, California. The blockchain conference main event follows on June 1-2 at Universal Studios. Learn more at www.BlockchainGoesHollywood.com.

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The VIP charity poker tournament will be hosted by prior World Series of Poker Main Event winner Jamie Gold. It will also be streamed live worldwide by Bicycle Hotel & Casino at www.LiveattheBike.com. High-profile attendees and celebrities are anticipated, with up to 500 guests expected. The agenda calls for a one-day poker tournament followed by a one-day final table.

Blockchain Goes Hollywood is making its final preparations for 500 attendees, 25 speakers and hundreds of investors. It will be a VIP venue for blockchain industry leaders throughout the four-day period. This unique conference features an agenda packed with blockchain presentations and exciting, knowledgeable speakers.

For more information, visit the event’s website at www.BlockchainGoesHollywood.com

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