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Lucy Scientific Acquires High Times Intellectual Property, Including Existing Licensing Agreements in All-Stock Transaction 

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

This acquisition provides a stream of high-margin licensing and royalty income from the well-regarded High Times, Cannabis Cup, and 420.com brands, including their respective domain names.

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  • This acquisition provides a stream of high-margin licensing and royalty income from the well-regarded High Times, Cannabis Cup, and 420.com brands, including their respective domain names.
  • Lucy will be acquiring brand rights with plans to monetize the IP through current and planned royalty agreements by further extending and enhancing the existing domestic and international licensing arrangements currently held by High Times, including consumer products and merchandise.
  • The Company intends to preserve the essence of the High Times, Cannabis Cup, and 420.com brands while identifying new avenues for growth and development.
  • This is a great opportunity to grow the market presence of the nearly 50 year old High Times brand globally through licensing and online distribution.

Lion Order Wins Two 2023 HIGH TIMES Cannabis Cup: Michigan People's Choice Awards

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

DETROIT, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lion Order , a cannabis lifestyle brand led by Rohan Marley, featuring strain genetics developed by Heavyweight Heads , and powered by 305 Farms , is honored to announce winning two awards at the 2023 HIGH TIMES Cannabis Cup: Michigan People's Choice :

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  • DETROIT, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lion Order , a cannabis lifestyle brand led by Rohan Marley, featuring strain genetics developed by Heavyweight Heads , and powered by 305 Farms , is honored to announce winning two awards at the 2023 HIGH TIMES Cannabis Cup: Michigan People's Choice :
    2nd Place - Adult Use Topicals / Tinctures / Capsules / Sublinguals: Lion Balm
    3rd Place - Medical Sativa Flower: King Clementine
    Lion Order Wins Two 2023 HIGH TIMES Cannabis Cup: Michigan People’s Choice Awards
    Lion Order LION BALM Full Spectrum Cooling Stick is a topical herbal rub containing 500mg THC and 500mg CBD with a proprietary blend of essential oils that provide extra healing properties.
  • The HIGH TIMES Cannabis Cup stands as an internationally acclaimed cannabis competition, cementing its position as the pinnacle event within the cannabis community.
  • "We are grateful for the community's votes that led to Lion Order winning second and third place at HIGH TIMES' prestigious Cannabis Cup.
  • Lion Order is also launching a line of proprietary vapes in the Michigan market in August 2023 through 305 Farms, who also won "Best Adult-Use Distillate Vape" in the 2023 HIGH TIMES Cannabis Cup: Michigan People's Choice with their Workers Cannabis "Unicorn Piss" vape.

The Hemp Doctor Sponsors the 2023 High Times Hemp Cup

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

MOORESVILLE, N.C., Feb. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hemp Doctor is proud to announce Platinum Sponsorship of the 2023 High Times Hemp Cup.

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  • MOORESVILLE, N.C., Feb. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hemp Doctor is proud to announce Platinum Sponsorship of the 2023 High Times Hemp Cup.
  • More than 200 kits of each category are available for sale for the 2023 Hemp Cup.
  • The 2023 High Times Hemp Cup is the third-ever competition of its kind that's open to the nationwide public.
  • On April 16, 2023, High Times will be holding an award show to announce best in class for each category.

Star Buds Dispensary Announces Niwot's Great Pumpkin Party Details

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Niwot, Colorado--(Newsfile Corp. - October 25, 2022) - Star Buds , known for their award-winning Pootie Tang sativa, is excited to announce the details for the upcoming Niwot Great Pumpkin Party scheduled for Saturday, October 29th.

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  • Niwot, Colorado--(Newsfile Corp. - October 25, 2022) - Star Buds , known for their award-winning Pootie Tang sativa, is excited to announce the details for the upcoming Niwot Great Pumpkin Party scheduled for Saturday, October 29th.
  • "Star Buds is incredibly grateful for the support we've received from the Niwot community!
  • The Niwot Great Pumpkin Party event details are as follows:
    To enjoy the promotions, social media scavenger hunt, and the MacNNoodles food truck please visit Star Buds Niwot at: 6924 N 79th St, Niwot, CO 80503
    Star Buds Marijuana Dispensary in Niwot proudly sells some of the best strains available, including their Cannabis Cup-winning sativa.
  • Star Buds also gives back to the community through its Cancer Relief Program, providing discounts for veterans, and other unique local opportunities that create positive impact.

Star Buds Dispensary Announces Longmont Customer Appreciation Fall Festival Details

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

Longmont, Colorado--(Newsfile Corp. - October 6, 2022) - Star Buds , known for their signature Cannabis Cup-winning sativa, is excited to announce the details for the upcoming Longmont Fall Festival scheduled for Saturday, October 8th.

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  • Longmont, Colorado--(Newsfile Corp. - October 6, 2022) - Star Buds , known for their signature Cannabis Cup-winning sativa, is excited to announce the details for the upcoming Longmont Fall Festival scheduled for Saturday, October 8th.
  • The dispensary customer appreciation event will be open to the public and run from 11:00 am until 6:00 pm.
  • "Star Buds is incredibly grateful for the support we've received from the Northern Colorado community and the Fall Festival is our way of showing that appreciation.
  • The Longmont Customer Appreciation Fall Festival event details are as follows:

Revolution Cannabis Names Craig Johnson as Chief Executive

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

CHICAGO, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Poised for expansion after doubling canopy and manufacturing space in Illinois, multi-state cannabis operator Revolution today announced that it has a new Chief Executive Officer, Craig Johnson.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Poised for expansion after doubling canopy and manufacturing space in Illinois, multi-state cannabis operator Revolution today announced that it has a new Chief Executive Officer, Craig Johnson.
  • Revolution won six Cannabis Cup Illinois awards this week, bringing their total to 20, more than any other cultivator, large or small.
  • Most recently, Craig was the Chief Executive Officer at BigName Commerce running three successful ecommerce businesses specializing in customized paper products for businesses.
  • Previously, Craig was the Chief Executive Officer of Harry & David, a leading retail and direct-to-consumer gift business.

Revolution Cannabis Continues as the People's Favorite in Illinois for Third Year in a Row

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

This is the third Cannabis Cup Illinois held byHigh Times,with the judging completed this year by the people of Illinois, rather than a small panel of judges, making Revolution a people's favorite.

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  • This is the third Cannabis Cup Illinois held byHigh Times,with the judging completed this year by the people of Illinois, rather than a small panel of judges, making Revolution a people's favorite.
  • Revolution's now has 20 total Cannabis Cup wins, including 11 first-place wins, more than any other cultivator in Illinois, large or small.
  • Specifically, Revolution products won the following Cannabis Cup Illinois 2022 awards:
    "We are deeply honored to be chosen by the people again this year as the outstanding cultivator in Illinois.
  • For Cannabis Cup Illinois 2022,judging was open to members of the public, with roughly 1,500 judges testing products in each category.

"The Next Marijuana Millionaire," Hosted and Co-Created by "BigMike" Straumietis, Debuts on the G4+ App Starting Tuesday, August 16

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Monday, August 15, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cannabis is a multibillion-dollar industry, and everyone wants in. Host and Co-Creator Michael "BigMike" Straumietis, CEO and Founder of Advanced Nutrients, the most profitable cannabis company in the world, is out to discover the next major player. "The Next Marijuana Millionaire" premieres exclusively on the G4+ app, the go-to social media app for the cannabis industry, starting on Tuesday, August 16.

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  • "The Next Marijuana Millionaire"premieres exclusively on the G4+ app, the go-to social media app for the cannabis industry, starting on Tuesday, August 16.
  • The show follows sixteen entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry as they compete in a series of challenges, testing both their business savvy and their characters.
  • Through intense competitions over the span of nine episodes, the challengers fight to win prizes worth up to $1 million.
  • The full schedule can be found below:
    Tuesday, August 16, Pilot Episode Sixteen contestants arrive in Los Angeles in hopes of becoming the Next Marijuana Millionaire.

Cannara signs an Exclusive Brand Partnership with Exotic Genetix in Canada

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Agreement grants Cannara an exclusive license to use, sell and distribute Exotic Genetix branded products throughout Canada in addition to providing access to direct breeder's knowledge and insights on Exotic Genetix' cannabis strains

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  • Agreement grants Cannara an exclusive license to use, sell and distribute Exotic Genetix branded products throughout Canada in addition to providing access to direct breeder's knowledge and insights on Exotic Genetix' cannabis strains
    MONTREAL, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -Cannara Biotech Inc. ("Cannara" or the "Company") (TSXV: LOVE) (OTCQB: LOVFF) (FRA: 8CB), a vertically integrated producer of premium-grade cannabis and derivative products with one of the largest indoor cannabis cultivation facilities in Canada and the largest in Quebec, today announced an exclusive brand partnership with 50-time award-winning US-based cannabis breeder, cultivator and hash maker, Exotic Genetix Ltd. ("Exotic Genetix").
  • "Exotic Genetix is a multi award-winning breeder and is responsible for the genetics behind some of the highest quality cannabis available in the United States.
  • Under the terms of the agreement, Cannara will be granted an exclusive license to use, market, sell and distribute Exotic Genetix branded products throughout Canada.
  • "I have been waiting a long time to bring Exotic Genetix to Canada and who better to curate the brand than Cannara alongside its flagship brands Tribal, Nugz and Orchid CBD.

Kaya Enters Agreement with Rich and Ruthless to Distribute Kaya Brands in California

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

Kaya is more than a brand; Kaya is a movement determined to Respect the Roots of Jamaicas rich history and tradition.

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  • Kaya is more than a brand; Kaya is a movement determined to Respect the Roots of Jamaicas rich history and tradition.
  • Sales of Jamaican roots herbs in the California market will add to the growing sales numbers of Kaya Inc. and NUGL.
  • Under the terms of the agreement, Kaya Group has granted Rich and Ruthless the exclusive right to promote, market, distribute and sell the Kaya Brands to retailers for resale in California.
  • Rich & Ruthless Cannabis was established in 2019 by Lil Eazy E and Arnold Bigg A White, along with the founders of Rich & Ruthless Records.