Omega Laboratories Delivers Marijuana Breath Test Validation Packet to Cannabix Technologies Inc. - Completing Major Milestone under Strategic Partnership

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Cannabix Technologies announces a significant milestone as Omega Laboratories delivers a Validation Packet for their Marijuana Breath Test (MBT) technology. The validation, conducted in Omega's ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory, confirms a test method for detecting multiple cannabis compounds including THC in breath samples. This development positions Cannabix and Omega as leaders in recent marijuana usage detection through breath testing, offering advantages over traditional urine, blood, and saliva methods. As part of their strategic partnership agreement, Omega will receive 3 million Special Warrant Shares and rights to appoint a board member. Omega is currently integrating Cannabix's Breath Cartridges into its testing services, with both companies collaborating on marketing, distribution, and logistics for commercial launch.

Positive

• Successful validation of Marijuana Breath Test technology in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory
• Strategic partnership with Omega Laboratories, a leading international drug testing laboratory
• Technology offers unique advantage in detecting recent marijuana use compared to traditional methods
• Moving towards commercialization with integration into Omega's testing services

Negative

• Dilution of existing shareholders through 3 million Special Warrant Shares issuance to Omega
• Board composition will be affected by Omega's right to appoint a director

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cannabix Technologies Inc. (CSE: BLO) (OTC PINK: BLOZF) (Frankfurt: 8CT) (the “Company or Cannabix”) reports that Omega Laboratories Inc. of Ohio, USA (“Omega Laboratories” or “Omega”) a leading drug testing laboratory renowned for its comprehensive services has delivered a Validation Packet for Omega’s Laboratory Developed Test Method to test delta9 THC analytes in relation to the Cannabix Marijuana Breath Test (“MBT”) technology (Figure 1). The Validation Packet was performed in Omega’s ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory environment following their Quality Management System.

This validation included a test method for the simultaneous quantification of Δ-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), Δ-8-THC, cannabidiol (CBD), and cannabinol (CBN) in breath aerosols collected using Cannabix Technologies’ Breath Collection Unit (BCU) and Breath Cartridges (BC). The delivery of the Validation Packet completes a major milestone under the strategic partnership and development agreement (“SPDA”) between Cannabix and Omega. This establishes Omega and Cannabix as the premier technology for collecting and testing breath for recent marijuana usage. Cannabix’s MBT is a lab-based, collect and send solution, focused on “recent use” detection of delta-9 THC as opposed to urine, blood and saliva methods (that can detect delta-9 THC many hours, days, or even weeks after consumption). (1)

Omega Laboratories is an international industry leader in forensic drugs of abuse testing for over twenty years. Omega has multiple federal as well as international certifications and accreditations for its world class facility and has extensive experience in novel technology for detection of drugs of abuse.

Cannabix and Omega are moving quickly to launch with select key clients and ramping up commercialization efforts for the Marijuana Breath Test. Omega Laboratories is currently integrating breath testing using Cannabix Breath Cartridges into its suite of services and testing protocols. Among various initiatives underway the Company and Omega are working together on marketing, distribution, support, manufacturing and logistics for the MBT.

Figure 1. Cannabix Marijuana Breath Test (BCU and Breath Cartridge)

Under the SPDA, in consideration for the completion and delivery of the Validation Packet by Omega, the Company will convert 3 million Special Warrants into Special Warrant Shares to Omega. Furthermore, Omega will have the right to appoint one person to the board of directors of the Company in due course.

(1) Olla P, Ishraque MT, Bartol S. 2020. Evaluation of Breath and Plasma Tetrahydrocannabinol Concentration Trends Postcannabis Exposure in Medical Cannabis Patients. Cannabis and Cannabinoid Res.; 99-104.

About Omega Laboratories, Inc.

Omega Laboratories, headquartered in Mogadore, Ohio with an additional state-of-the-art facility in Ontario, Canada provides laboratory-based advanced testing solutions to over 6,000 clients worldwide. Omega Laboratories has over 24 years of experience in pioneering innovative drug testing methodologies, specializing in the detection of drugs of abuse utilizing Hair, Oral Fluid, Urine and Breath specimens. Omega continues to innovate with the launch of their Technical Solutions portfolio that incorporates a paperless Custody & Control Form system (oCCF) in fourteen languages, licensure of a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) designed specifically for Toxicology and powers new laboratories in countries that have demand for local service providers.

About Cannabix Technologies Inc.

Cannabix Technologies Inc. is a developer of marijuana and alcohol breath technologies for workplaces, law enforcement and other settings. Breath testing for delta-9 THC (the primary psychoactive ingredient in cannabis) focuses on recent marijuana use. Cannabix is the developer of the BreathLogix autonomous alcohol screening device for organizations who strive to improve alcohol safety and monitoring

We seek Safe Harbor.

On behalf of the Board of Directors

“Rav Mlait”

CEO
Cannabix Technologies Inc.

For further information, contact the Company at info@cannabixtechnologies.com

The CSE has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of such statements under applicable securities law. Forward-looking statements are frequently characterized by words such as "anticipates," "plan," "continue," "expect," "project," "intend," "believe," "anticipate," "estimate," "may," "will," "potential," "proposed," "positioned" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "will" occur. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements relating to: certification of devices, acceptance of devices by international regulators, the achievement of any or all of the goals and aims of the strategic partnership and development agreement with Omega Laboratories; the completion of pre-validation or validation testing described in this news release; final development of a commercial or prototype product(s); the successful trial or pilot of company technologies; the commercialization of the Company's products; the negotiation and potential entry into additional agreements with distributors; and the completion of future financings. There are numerous risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and the Company’s plans and objectives to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking information. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking information include (but are note limited to): adverse market conditions; risks regarding protection of proprietary technology; the ability of the Company to complete future financings; the ability of the Company to develop and market its future product; risks regarding government regulation, managing and maintaining growth, the effect of adverse publicity, litigation, competition; that Omega may not complete all or any of the milestones as contemplated strategic partnership and development agreement with Omega Laboratories; that the CSE may not approve the issuance of the securities; that the Company’s development of breathalyzer technology will provide any benefit to the Company; there is no assurance that any proposed new products will be built, will be successful in beta testing or clinical trials; there is no assurance that the Company will enter into any partnerships to advance any of its corporate initiatives or technologies; there is no assurance that any “patent pending” or “provisional patents” technologies licensed by the Company or owned by the Company will receive patent status by regulatory authorities; the Company is not currently selling breathalyzers and there is no assurance that the Company ever will; and other factors beyond the control of the Company. Actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. These and all subsequent written and oral forward-looking information are based on estimates and opinions of management on the dates they are made and are expressly qualified in their entirety by this notice. Except as required by law, the Company does not intend to update these forward-looking statements.

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FAQ

What is the significance of Omega's Validation Packet for Cannabix Technologies (BLOZF)?

The Validation Packet confirms the effectiveness of Cannabix's Marijuana Breath Test technology in detecting THC and other cannabis compounds in breath samples, marking a major milestone in their strategic partnership and advancing towards commercialization.

How does Cannabix's (BLOZF) Marijuana Breath Test differ from traditional drug testing methods?

The Marijuana Breath Test focuses on recent marijuana use detection through breath samples, unlike traditional urine, blood, and saliva tests that can detect THC for days or weeks after consumption.

What does Omega Laboratories receive under the strategic partnership with Cannabix (BLOZF)?

Omega receives 3 million Special Warrant Shares and the right to appoint one person to Cannabix's board of directors.

What are the next steps for Cannabix Technologies (BLOZF) and Omega Laboratories?

The companies are working together on marketing, distribution, support, manufacturing, and logistics to launch the Marijuana Breath Test with select key clients.

What compounds can Cannabix's (BLOZF) Marijuana Breath Test detect?

The test can detect and quantify Δ-9-THC, Δ-8-THC, CBD, and CBN in breath aerosols collected using their Breath Collection Unit and Breath Cartridges.