Case Studies
Curaleaf Escalates Aurora Fight, Asks Alberta Regulator to Freeze Share Sales
STAMFORD – Curaleaf Holdings Inc. submitted a formal application to ...
Trulieve Reports Q2 2026 Financial Results
TALLAHASSEE – Trulieve Cannabis Corp. released its second-quarter 2026 financial ...
NY Cannabis Market Gains New Outdoor Sales Path
NEW YORK – New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation ...
Global CBD Isolate Market Set to Nearly Triple by 2033
LEWES – The global market for CBD isolate, the purified form of cannabidiol that contains no THC or other cannabinoids, stands out for its versatility in product formulation. According to the latest analysis by Verified ...
Seed Junky Genetics Enters European Medical Cannabis Markets
LOS ANGELES – Seed Junky Genetics, the Cannabis genetics and intellectual property (IP) company, announced a licensing partnership with Green Success Group to enter the European medical Cannabis market, with a coordinated launch across Germany ...
Trulieve Announces Share Buyback Program
TALLAHASSEE – Trulieve Cannabis Corp. announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program, allowing the company to buy back up to the lesser of $50 million in aggregate value or 8,495,038 ...
Cronos Group Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
TORONTO – Cronos Group Inc. posted record net revenue and gross profit for the first quarter of 2026, driven by higher sales volumes, a favorable product mix, and gains in key markets. The Cannabis company ...
Week in Review: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – The past two weeks brought measurable movement across federal policy, corporate financial reporting, international deals, and product categories in the U.S. Cannabis sector. Operators absorbed details on rescheduling implications, watched hemp-derived THC ...
Congress Presses FDA on Psychedelic Therapy Approvals
WASHINGTON – A bipartisan coalition of 32 House members sent a formal letter to FDA Commissioner Martin A. Makary urging the agency to move faster on ongoing reviews of psychedelic treatments. The letter stated that ...
TerrAscend Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
TORONTO – TerrAscend Corp. announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, showing modest year-over-year revenue growth from continuing operations and sustained operational performance across its core Northeast markets. The company reported ...
Global CBD Isolate Market Set to Nearly Triple by 2033
LEWES – The global market for CBD isolate, the purified form of cannabidiol that contains no THC or other cannabinoids, stands out for its versatility in product formulation. According to the latest analysis by Verified ...
Seed Junky Genetics Enters European Medical Cannabis Markets
LOS ANGELES – Seed Junky Genetics, the Cannabis genetics and intellectual property (IP) company, announced a licensing partnership with Green Success Group to enter the European medical Cannabis market, with a coordinated launch across Germany ...
Trulieve Announces Share Buyback Program
TALLAHASSEE – Trulieve Cannabis Corp. announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program, allowing the company to buy back up to the lesser of $50 million in aggregate value or 8,495,038 ...
Delaware Lawmakers Pass Bill to Enable Financial Services for Cannabis Businesses
LOS ANGELES- Delaware lawmakers recently passed legislation establishing protections for banks and other financial institutions to work with state-legal cannabis companies as the state prepares to launch its adult-use market. Protections for Financial Institutions The ...
Germany’s Cannabis Law: Maximizing Yield with the Three-Plant Limit
BERLIN — Germany’s new cannabis law, effective April 1, 2024, permits adults to grow up to three plants and possess up to 25 grams of cannabis for personal use. This regulation requires home cultivators to ...
California Pulls Cannabis Products from Shelves Due to Pesticide Concerns
LOS ANGELES- California this week ordered product recalls for five licensed cannabis products, including four vape pens and a vape cartridge, due to contamination with chlorfenapyr, a banned pesticide. These products, sold by West Coast ...
Evolving Hemp Regulations and Market Dynamics in Louisiana
LOS ANGELES- The hemp market is undergoing significant changes as new regulations affect how products are manufactured, sold, and consumed. The legal landscape shapes the future of hemp-derived products, necessitating staying updated on industry trends ...
Pesticide Scandal & Product Recalls Rocks California’s Cannabis Industry
LOS ANGELES--California's cannabis industry is reeling from a recent pesticide scandal that has undermined consumer confidence and highlighted regulatory shortcomings. An investigation by the Los Angeles Times, in collaboration with WeedWeek, revealed alarming levels of ...
The Demise of Chevron Deference: A New Era for Government Regulation and Its Impact on the Cannabis Industry
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has overturned a 40-year-old precedent known as "Chevron deference," which mandated that courts defer to the interpretations of federal agencies when a law is ambiguous, ...
Majority of North Dakota Voters Oppose Recreational Cannabis Legalization
LOS ANGELES- A recent poll commissioned by the Brighter Future Alliance and conducted by Public Opinion Strategies revealed that 57% of likely North Dakota voters are against the legalization of recreational cannabis for adults over ...
IRS Reaffirms Cannabis as Schedule I Substance; Section 280E Still Applies
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a reminder that cannabis remains classified as a Schedule I controlled substance and is subject to the limitations of Internal Revenue Code Section 280E until any ...
Growing Interest in Microdosing Among Americans
LOS ANGELES- Americans are increasingly curious about microdosing, a practice involving minimal consumption of psychedelics or cannabis over extended periods, according to a study by the University of California San Diego published in JAMA Health ...
IRS Reaffirms Enforcement of Section 280E Amid Cannabis Industry Pushback
MIAMI, Florida--In a recent announcement, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) underscored the ongoing enforcement of Internal Revenue Code Section 280E, a tax code provision that has long been a contentious issue for cannabis businesses. The ...
Cronos Group Secures $51 Million Credit Line
LOS ANGELES- Cronos Group's $51 million credit line will enhance production and facilitate global market expansion, positioning the company as a key player in the burgeoning cannabis industry. Canada’s Cronos Group has announced that it ...
Incannex Healthcare Receives FDA Approval for Phase 2 Clinical Trial of Psilocybin Therapy
LOS ANGELES- Incannex Healthcare Inc. a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company, has received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to commence a Phase 2 clinical trial for its psilocybin pharmaceutical formulation, PSX-001, in combination ...
Week’s In Review: Tilray Expands U.S. Presence with Acquisition of Four Molson Coors Craft Breweries; California Seizes Over $120 Million in Illegal Cannabis Since January; North Dakota Voters to Decide on Cannabis Legalization for Third Time
LOS ANGELES–Welcome to the far too-exciting world of cannabis and psychedelics, where it’s a tale of two markets with some states doing amazingly well. And some, well...they're not doing so well (hello New York). Let's ...
Week In Review: DEA’s Proposed Rescheduling of Cannabis Sparks Public Response; The Battle Over Recreational Cannabis Legalization Heats Up; Harris-Walz Ticket First to Support Federal Cannabis Legalization
LOS ANGELES–Welcome to the far too-exciting world of cannabis and psychedelics, where it’s a tale of two markets with some states doing amazingly well. And some, well...they're not doing so well (hello New York). Let's ...
Week In Review: Ohio Comes On Line; Texas Cities Advance Cannabis Decriminalization Efforts; Tilray Expands in Portugal; Philippine Lawmakers Push for Medical Cannabis Legalization
LOS ANGELES–Welcome to the far too-exciting world of cannabis and psychedelics, where it’s a tale of two markets with some states doing amazingly well. And some, well...they're not doing so well (hello New York). Let's ...
Week In Review: Dallas Officials Approve Cannabis Decriminalization Petition for November Ballot; Field Trip Health Ltd. Shares Rise 5.8% Amid Increased Trading Volume; SNDL Announces Major Restructuring to Save $20 Million Annually; Verano buys Cannabists Businesses
LOS ANGELES–Welcome to the far too-exciting world of cannabis and psychedelics, where it’s a tale of two markets with some states doing amazingly well. And some, well...they're not doing so well (hello New York). Let's ...
Week In Review: GOP-Led House Committee Approves Spending Bill Blocking Cannabis Rescheduling; Canopy Growth Corporation Stock Performance and Upcoming Earnings Report
LOS ANGELES–Welcome to the far too-exciting world of cannabis and psychedelics, where it’s a tale of two markets with some states doing amazingly well. And some, well...they're not doing so well (hello New York). Let's ...
Kentucky to Begin Accepting Medical Cannabis Business Applications Next Week
LOS ANGELES- Kentucky officials will begin accepting applications for the state’s medical cannabis growers, manufacturers, and retailers starting on Monday, July 1. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has announced that officials will begin accepting business applications ...
DeSantis’ ‘Freedom Fund’ Targets Abortion and Cannabis Amendments on Florida Ballot
NEW YORK- Gov. Ron DeSantis has launched a new political committee to target a pair of ballot initiatives on abortion access and legalizing cannabis in Florida. The committee, named the Florida Freedom Fund, was quietly ...
Curaleaf Holdings Introduces New Hemp-Derived THC Products
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc., a provider of consumer cannabis products, has launched a new range of hemp-derived THC products under its Select and Zero Proof brands. This move aims to set new quality and safety standards ...
Maryland Launches Cannabis Workforce Development Program
LOS ANGELES- Maryland is set to launch a new Cannabis Workforce Development Program, aimed at supporting residents interested in joining the state's expanding cannabis industry. The program will prioritize individuals and communities directly impacted by ...
Virginia Cannabis Control Authority Postpones Decision on Medical Cannabis License
LOS ANGELES- The Virginia Cannabis Control Authority (CCA) has delayed its decision to award a medical cannabis license for Health Service Area 1, which includes the Shenandoah Valley and parts of central Virginia. Originally scheduled ...
North Carolina Senate Approves Medical Cannabis Legalization Bill
LOS ANGELES- The North Carolina Senate has given final approval to a medical cannabis legalization bill, sending it to the House for consideration. This move marks a significant step toward legalizing medical cannabis in the ...
Daniela Williams Leading Paylient to New Heights in the Cannabis HR Space
LOS ANGELES – Paylient HR Solutions, a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) tailored for the cannabis industry, proudly announces the appointment of Daniela Williams as their Chief Growth Officer (CGO). This strategic move signifies Paylient's commitment ...
Poland’s Medical Cannabis Sector Sees Rapid Growth Amid Decriminalization Debate
LOS ANGELES- The landscape of medical cannabis in Poland has experienced significant transformations in recent years. Surveys indicate strong public support for decriminalization, and the number of medical cannabis prescriptions has surged dramatically. However, challenges ...
