Blockchain Energy, Inc. signed a share exchange agreement to acquire Vortex Brands Co. (OTCPK:VTXB) in a reverse merger transaction on February 19, 2018. Under the terms of the transaction, Vortex Brands will issue its 117 million shares of common stock that will be restricted for at least 1 year from issuance and 9.996 million shares of Series C preferred stock that cannot be converted for at least 24 months from issuance. After the acquisition, Vortex Brands will have approximately 207 million shares outstanding. The transaction is expected to close by February 28, 2018. 1PM Industries, Inc. (OTCPK:OPMZ) facilitated the transaction as consultant for Vortex Brands. Blockchain Energy, Inc. completed the acquisition of Vortex Brands Co. (OTCPK:VTXB) in a reverse merger transaction on February 25, 2018. All conditions necessary to close the agreement have been satisfied.