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TriSalus Life Sciences Presents Data for SD-101 Delivered by TriSalus Infusion System for Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma at the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) Annual Meeting

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Friday, November 3, 2023

In PERIO-03, SD-101 is delivered via PEDD with the TriSalus Infusion System® using a retrograde venous approach, leveraging established interventional radiology access techniques.

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  • In PERIO-03, SD-101 is delivered via PEDD with the TriSalus Infusion System® using a retrograde venous approach, leveraging established interventional radiology access techniques.
  • The TriSalus Infusion System has an expandable SmartValve® and can interface with standard invasive blood pressure transducers for continuous pressure monitoring during infusion of a therapeutic.
  • This is a first-in-human experience for use of PEDD and retrograde venous infusion for delivery of an immunologic agent into pancreatic tumors.
  • We are excited to continue enrolling patients in this study.”
    “These data offer additional validation of our innovative immunotherapy approach for pancreatic tumors.

Indiva to Report Third Quarter Results Pre-Market on Tuesday, November 21, 2023

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Friday, November 3, 2023

Indiva Limited (the “Company” or “Indiva”) (TSXV:NDVA), the leading Canadian producer of cannabis edibles and other cannabis products, will report its results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 pre-market on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.

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  • Indiva Limited (the “Company” or “Indiva”) (TSXV:NDVA), the leading Canadian producer of cannabis edibles and other cannabis products, will report its results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 pre-market on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.
  • The Company will host a conference call to discuss its results on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. (EST).
  • A recording of the conference call will be available for replay following the call.
  • The recording will remain available until Thursday, December 21, 2023.

Boveda® Inc. Acquires FreshStor Elevating Cannabis Storage

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Friday, November 3, 2023

Boveda Inc., the global leader in 2-way humidity control solutions for cannabis, cigars, musical instruments, and other items, today announced its acquisition of FreshStor, a leading provider of premium storage solutions for cannabis products.

Key Points: 
  • Boveda Inc., the global leader in 2-way humidity control solutions for cannabis, cigars, musical instruments, and other items, today announced its acquisition of FreshStor, a leading provider of premium storage solutions for cannabis products.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231103045791/en/
    Boveda Inc. today announced its acquisition of FreshStor, a leading provider of premium storage solutions for cannabis products.
  • The combined Boveda and FreshStor product lineup provides the best overall storage solutions in the cannabis industry.
  • About FreshStor: FreshStor is a trusted name in the cannabis industry, known for its premium stainless steel storage solutions.

ANGANY Appoints Christine Guillen as CEO, Announces Strengthening of Its Executive Committee

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

ANGANY announces the appointment of Christine Guillen, PharmD, as Chief Executive Officer.

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  • ANGANY announces the appointment of Christine Guillen, PharmD, as Chief Executive Officer.
  • In this capacity, Ms. Guillen will sit on the Board of Directors.
  • ANGANY also announces the strengthening of its Executive Committee with the appointment of Mr. Patrick Colin, BPharm PhD, as Vice-President, Clinical Development, and Pr.
  • Ms. Guillen says: "I'm delighted to take up the challenge of bringing a breakthrough technology to a tangible clinical and pharmaceutical reality.

Corsight AI Helped Bogotá Police Recognize and Arrest Murder and Theft Suspects Using Facial Recognition

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

In the first two weeks of the POC, Corsight AI's facial recognition system led to the apprehension of six individuals: one for homicide and the remaining five for theft.

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  • In the first two weeks of the POC, Corsight AI's facial recognition system led to the apprehension of six individuals: one for homicide and the remaining five for theft.
  • Corsight AI's facial recognition technology excels in challenging scenarios with low light, poor image quality, or partially obscured faces, ensuring accurate identification even in difficult situations.
  • With the recent installation of biometric cameras, TransMilenio aims to use facial recognition to enhance security within its stations and vehicles.
  • López added, "Corsight AI remains committed to advancing the capabilities of facial recognition technology and contributing to public safety efforts in cities and communities around the world.

Laura Chow, MD, Cancer Immunotherapy Trailblazer, Joins Summit as Senior Vice President of Clinical Development

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Summit Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: SMMT) (“Summit,” “we,” or the “Company”) today announced that Laura Chow, MD, has joined Summit Therapeutics as Senior Vice President of Clinical Development.

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  • Summit Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: SMMT) (“Summit,” “we,” or the “Company”) today announced that Laura Chow, MD, has joined Summit Therapeutics as Senior Vice President of Clinical Development.
  • We are very excited to welcome Laura to our team.”
    Dr. Chow remains in active clinical practice as a medical oncologist specialized in lung and head and neck cancers.
  • She joins Summit from Fate Therapeutics, where she was the Vice President of Clinical Development in Solid Tumors.
  • Chow’s experience being on the ground floor of cancer immunotherapy is unmatched,” added Dr. Allen S. Yang, Chief Medical Officer at Summit.

Fluence and Cannabis Business Times’ Annual “State of the Cannabis Lighting Market” Report Reinforces Dominant Adoption of LEDs, Positive Impact on Yields

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Fluence , a leading global provider of energy-efficient LED lighting solutions for commercial cannabis and food production, announced today the eighth-annual “State of the Cannabis Lighting Market” report.

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  • Fluence , a leading global provider of energy-efficient LED lighting solutions for commercial cannabis and food production, announced today the eighth-annual “State of the Cannabis Lighting Market” report.
  • The accelerated adoption of LEDs among commercial cannabis growers continued to be a dominant theme in this year’s report.
  • This year’s “State of the Cannabis Lighting Market” report highlights many growers’ increasing focus on crop quality as an important differentiator in a market seeing oversaturation and consolidation.
  • “The findings in the 2023 ‘State of the Cannabis Lighting Market’ report illustrate just how quickly the industry continues to evolve and adapt to ever-changing market realities,” said Michelle Simakis, editor-in-chief of Cannabis Business Times.

First in the Nation Union-Employer Cannabis Pre-Apprenticeship Program Launches in Jersey City

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Held at The Cannabis Place’s community impact room in Jersey City, 22 local students are learning the basics of working in a cannabis retail environment from UFCW Local 360’s own experts.

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  • Held at The Cannabis Place’s community impact room in Jersey City, 22 local students are learning the basics of working in a cannabis retail environment from UFCW Local 360’s own experts.
  • Every participant, after completing the two week course, has a job with The Cannabis Place where they can accrue the time and experience needed to complete the apprenticeship program.
  • “We have a visionary employer harnessing our unmatched cannabis industry expertise to train ambitious, local, but often overlooked talent.
  • He is putting his U.S Marine Corps experience, and his unique perspective to work in the cannabis industry.

Global Investigations Firm Nardello & Co. Continues Recent Expansion, Adding DEA Agent Joe Thompson in New York

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Global investigations firm Nardello & Co. announced today that former Drug Enforcement Administration Supervisory Special Agent Joseph F. Thompson has joined the firm as a Managing Director in New York.

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  • Global investigations firm Nardello & Co. announced today that former Drug Enforcement Administration Supervisory Special Agent Joseph F. Thompson has joined the firm as a Managing Director in New York.
  • With more than 20 years’ experience as a federal narcotics agent, Thompson has led prominent international investigations involving illicit drug trafficking, money laundering cartels and multi-agency law enforcement operations.
  • He arrives after serving as a DEA Country Attaché at the US Embassy in Nairobi since 2020.
  • He began his career in enforcement as a New York City Police Officer, serving in both Queens and Manhattan Narcotics Divisions.

Terrapin Care Station, Hoboken’s First Cannabis Dispensary, Is Now Open

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

The Mile Square City is entering a historic new era as Hoboken's first medical cannabis dispensary , Terrapin Care Station (“The Station”), has officially opened its doors to medical marijuana patients at 10:00am on Friday, Oct. 27.

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  • The Mile Square City is entering a historic new era as Hoboken's first medical cannabis dispensary , Terrapin Care Station (“The Station”), has officially opened its doors to medical marijuana patients at 10:00am on Friday, Oct. 27.
  • The Station is the 14th dispensary in the Garden State to open exclusively to patients.
  • With deep local ties in the community, The Station’s Founder, Joseph Castelo, cites a community-wide desire for clean, high-quality curated cannabis as the driving force behind bringing the first legal cannabis dispensary to Hoboken.
  • The Station brings Hoboken a cannabis dispensary that offers patients a warm and welcoming staff and a truly singular cannabis retail experience.