Case Studies
Hawaii Lawmakers Advance Voter Measure on Rec Cannabis Legalization
HONOLULU – A group of 15 Hawaii state lawmakers introduced ...
Aurora Cannabis Secures EU-Wide Rights for Two Proprietary Strains
EDMONTON – Aurora Cannabis Inc. has won rights from the ...
Bioxyne Reports Record Revenue, Yet Cash Outflows Climb on Expansion Push
SYDNEY – Bioxyne Limited, an Australian life sciences and wellness products company, posted its highest quarterly revenue on record for the period ended September 30, with sales reaching A$14.1 million, a 210% jump from the ...
Kansas Poll Shows Broad Support for Cannabis Reform
TOPEKA – A recent survey of Kansas residents highlights growing public enthusiasm for Cannabis policy changes, with nearly seven in ten adults endorsing medical use and close to six in ten favoring recreational access. A ...
Cybin Raises $175M in Direct Offering, Reinforcing Psychedelic Pipeline
TORONTO – Cybin Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on psychedelic-based treatments for mental health disorders, disclosed a $175 million registered direct offering, drawing commitments from a roster of established biotech investors. The deal, priced ...
Medical Cannabis Finds Favor Among Seniors Across Continents
LEIPZIG, WASHINGTON – Medical Cannabis adoption among older populations is accelerating, with recent data from Germany and the United States illustrating parallel trends in usage for chronic and age-specific conditions. In Germany, following partial legalization ...
Cannabis Real Estate Trends: What’s Selling Right Now
LOS ANGELES- The Cannabis industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace — but one thing remains constant: real estate is the foundation of every successful Cannabis business. The right property doesn’t just house operations; ...
HBA Pushes for Regulatory Framework on Hemp-Derived THC Beverages in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG – The Hemp Beverage Alliance (HBA), a trade group with close to 400 members in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, has launched an initiative to set up guidelines for hemp-derived THC ...
Morocco Approves Licenses for 67 Cannabis-Based Products
RABAT – Moroccan regulators have cleared 67 Cannabis-derived products, signaling steady progress in the country's push toward a structured legal framework for the plant. The batch includes 26 cosmetic items and 41 dietary supplements, each ...
Bioxyne Reports Record Revenue, Yet Cash Outflows Climb on Expansion Push
SYDNEY – Bioxyne Limited, an Australian life sciences and wellness products company, posted its highest quarterly revenue on record for the period ended September 30, with sales reaching A$14.1 million, a 210% jump from the ...
Kansas Poll Shows Broad Support for Cannabis Reform
TOPEKA – A recent survey of Kansas residents highlights growing public enthusiasm for Cannabis policy changes, with nearly seven in ten adults endorsing medical use and close to six in ten favoring recreational access. A ...
Cybin Raises $175M in Direct Offering, Reinforcing Psychedelic Pipeline
TORONTO – Cybin Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on psychedelic-based treatments for mental health disorders, disclosed a $175 million registered direct offering, drawing commitments from a roster of established biotech investors. The deal, priced ...
New York Extends Cannabis Licenses to Boost Adult-Use Market
NEW YORK-- New York Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed a bill that extends the licenses of cannabis cultivators and processors in an effort to expedite the establishment of the state's adult-use market. As state regulators ...
Canopy Growth Corp. Faces Delisting from S&P/TSX Composite Index
LOS ANGELES-- Canopy Growth Corp., a Canadian cannabis company, is set to be removed from the S&P/TSX Composite Index, a key market benchmark similar to the S&P 500 in the United States. The decision, announced ...
Illinois Recreational Cannabis Sales Show Modest Growth in May
ILLINOIS-- Illinois' recreational cannabis market experienced a slight increase in sales during the month of May, according to data released by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Despite the highly anticipated growth in ...
Greenlane Holdings, Inc. Initiates Reverse Stock Split to Maintain Nasdaq Listing
LOS ANGELES -- Greenlane Holdings, Inc., a leading global provider of premium cannabis accessories and specialty vaporization products, has announced plans to execute a one-for-10 reverse stock split of its Class A common stock. The ...
German Cannabis Policy Reform Takes Center Stage at ICBC Berlin 2023
BERLIN-- The International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC) is gearing up for a timely and significant political discussion on cannabis policy reform in Germany. Building on the historic panel discussion held in 2021, where all major ...
Cronos Group Inc. to Cease Hemp-Based CBD Operations in the U.S. and Focus on Cash Flow and Future THC Market Entry
TORONTO-- Canadian cannabis company Cronos Group Inc. has revealed plans to discontinue its hemp-derived CBD operations in the United States by the end of the second quarter of this year. The decision is aimed at ...
Multi-State-Operators (MSOs) Set to Enter NY Adult-Use Market After Policy Change
NEW YORK–In an effort to stabilize New York's adult-use marijuana program, which has experienced a rocky rollout, new legislation and significant policy shifts have been proposed. One of the key changes is the potential entry ...
Arizona Legislature Seeks to Slash Medical Cannabis Card Prices Amid Declining Sales and Patient Numbers
PHOENIX-- In an effort to revive Arizona's struggling medical cannabis market, lawmakers are pushing forward a bill aimed at reducing the cost of medical cannabis cards. Senate Bill 1466, which received approval from the state ...
New York Regulators Pave the Way for Cannabis Farmers’ Markets Amid Supply Glut
NEW YORK-- In a bid to address the surplus of cannabis products and support local cultivators, regulators in New York have announced plans to introduce cannabis farmers' markets this summer. The move, spearheaded by the ...
Reunion Neuroscience to be Acquired by MPM BioImpact in $13.1 Million All-Cash Deal
LOS ANGELES-- Reunion Neuroscience Inc. a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in innovative therapies for underserved mental health conditions, has announced a definitive arrangement agreement with MPM BioImpact, a leading biotechnology investment firm. Under the agreement, ...
California’s Regulated Cannabis Market Sees Decline in Sales and Tax Revenue in Q1 2023
LOS ANGELES-- California's hopes of increased consumer participation in the regulated cannabis market did not translate into a boost in licensed retail sales or state tax revenue during the first quarter of 2023. According to ...
C21 Investments Repays $30 Million Debt to CEO Sonny Newman
LOS ANGELES-- C21 Investments Inc., a vertically integrated cannabis company, announced today the successful completion of the full repayment of its $30 million senior secured note owed to Sonny Newman, the Company's President and Chief ...
Humble & Fume Inc. Announces Intention to Raise Approximately C$2 Million through Non-Brokered Private Placement
LOS ANGELES-- Humble & Fume Inc., a distributor of cannabis and cannabis accessories in North America, has revealed its plans to undertake a non-brokered private placement offering. The company intends to issue approximately 2,000 convertible ...
Trulieve Disciplined for Worker Death; Announces Exit from Competitive California & Massachusetts Markets
LOS ANGELES–Trulieve, a prominent cannabis company, has recently found itself embroiled in a distressing incident. In Massachusetts, a tragic workplace accident resulted in the death of one of Trulieve's employees. The company has since faced ...
Minnesota Legalizes Recreational Cannabis, Expanding Market and Tax Revenue
MINNESOTA. - Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota has signed into law a bill legalizing the recreational use of cannabis, making Minnesota the 23rd state in the U.S. to do so. The legislation, known as HF ...
Opinion: Cannabis PR Scares Me…and It Should Scare You Too–By Lauren Mundell
LOS ANGELES--First of all, if you don't understand PR, you're not alone. One of the top influencers in PR Parry Headrick often recycles this post and it gets hundreds of comments each time. So, instead of ...
Innocan Pharma Reports Significant Revenue Growth & Gross Profit in Q1 2023
LOS ANGELES-- Innocan Pharma Corporation, a pharmaceutical technology company specializing in innovative drug delivery platform technologies, has announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023. The company reported significant growth in ...
Minnesota Legalizes Adult-Use or Recreational Cannabis
ST PAUL, MN–Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, a Democrat, made a significant move on Tuesday by signing a bill that legalizes the recreational use of cannabis in the state. With this signature, Minnesota becomes the 23rd ...
Canopy Growth Acquires 19.99% Stake in Indiva, Secures Distribution Rights for Wana Edibles in Canada
LOS ANGELES-- In a strategic move to expand its presence in the cannabis edibles market, Canadian cannabis producer Canopy Growth has announced the acquisition of a 19.99% stake in edibles manufacturer Indiva. The deal also ...
Cansortium Reports Q1 2023 Results with Revenue Growth and Increased Profitability
LOS ANGELES-- Cansortium Inc., a vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis company operating under the FLUENT™ brand, has reported its financial and operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023. The company showcased a 12% year-over-year ...
Tilray Brands, Inc. Announces Successful Pricing of $150 Million Unsecured Convertible Senior Notes Offering
Los Angeles-- Tilray Brands, Inc. a global cannabis-lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company, revealed today that it has successfully priced its registered offering of $150 million aggregate principal amount of 5.20% Convertible Senior Notes due ...
BZAM Ltd. Reports Strong Q1 2023 Results, Achieving Record Revenues and Expanding Market Share
LOS ANGELES-- BZAM Ltd a Canadian cannabis producer, has released its financial and operating results for the first quarter of 2023, reporting impressive growth and positive developments. The company's Q1 2023 highlights include achieving record ...
Massachusetts Regulators Scrap Pilot Program for Cannabis Consumption Cafes, Prioritize Broader Approach
BOSTON-- In a bid to expedite the establishment of cannabis consumption lounges, Massachusetts marijuana regulators have made the decision to cancel a long-planned pilot program for such establishments. The move comes as members of the ...
Canopy Growth Corporation Faces Restatement of Financial Statements Following Internal Review
Los Angeles-- Canopy Growth Corporation, a cannabis company, announced today that it will need to restate its financial statements following an internal review of the financial reporting matters related to BioSteel Sports Nutrition Inc. This ...
California’s Legal Cannabis Market Faces Declining Sales in Q1 2023
LOS ANGELES- California's legal cannabis market continues to grapple with challenges, as indicated by the latest tax and sales numbers released by the state's Department of Tax and Fee Administration. According to the agency's report ...
