Case Studies
Virginia Moves Toward Adult-Use Cannabis Sales While U.S. Policy Remains Uneven
RICHMOND- Virginia may finally close one of the most unusual ...
Virginia Adult-Use Applications Expected in 2026: Operators Should Begin Structuring Now
NEW YORK- Virginia’s adult-use Cannabis legislation is now in reconciliation ...
SAM in Action: How Dark Money Fuels Prohibitionists Attacks
LOS ANGELES – A noticeable uptick in anti-Cannabis content has ...
Medicare’s CBD Shift Signals Validation—But a Looming Hemp Ban Clouds the Path for Seniors
NEW YORK- For decades, seniors managing chronic pain, inflammation, anxiety, or sleep disruption have relied largely on pharmaceuticals—often with long lists of side effects. That landscape is starting to change. Medicare is preparing to recognize cannabidiol ...
DEA Increases Psychedelics Production Quotas for 2026
WASHINGTON – The Drug Enforcement Administration has approved expanded production limits for key psychedelics, setting the stage for increased scientific inquiry into substances like psilocybin and DMT next year. In a final order published Monday ...
Indiana Republicans Propose Statewide Oversight for Craft Hemp Market
INDIANAPOLIS – Three Republican members of the Indiana House introduced legislation this week to impose a structured permitting system on the sale and distribution of craft hemp products, a category that includes flower, beverages and ...
Florida Takes Action to Advance Adult-Use Cannabis Ballot Measure, Lawsuit Ends Delay
TALLAHASSEE – Florida election officials cleared a procedural roadblock for a proposed constitutional amendment to legalize recreational Cannabis, submitting the measure to the state attorney general's office just weeks after advocates sued over perceived delays ...
Viridian Capital Advisors Reports Valuation Metrics for U.S. MSOs with Market Caps >$100M
LOS ANGELES – Multi-state cannabis operators in the United States are carrying valuation multiples that signal caution among investors, even as growth prospects brighten for the coming year. According to a fresh Weekly Valuation Report ...
OPINION: Industrial hemp just got ‘future proofed.’
NEW YORK- Industrial hemp just received the clearest signal yet that it's not a fad, not a loophole, and not going away. It was effectively declared “future proof.” When Congress passed the funding bill to ...
EU Cannabis Imports Explained: Rules, Regulations, Safety & Quality Control
LOS ANGELES – Germany's medical Cannabis imports reached 56.9 tons in Q3 2025, a 19% jump from the prior period and a fresh record that highlights the market's relentless pull. With an estimated 900k prescriptions ...
Medicare’s CBD Shift Signals Validation—But a Looming Hemp Ban Clouds the Path for Seniors
NEW YORK- For decades, seniors managing chronic pain, inflammation, anxiety, or sleep disruption have relied largely on pharmaceuticals—often with long lists of side effects. That landscape is starting to change. Medicare is preparing to recognize cannabidiol ...
DEA Increases Psychedelics Production Quotas for 2026
WASHINGTON – The Drug Enforcement Administration has approved expanded production limits for key psychedelics, setting the stage for increased scientific inquiry into substances like psilocybin and DMT next year. In a final order published Monday ...
Indiana Republicans Propose Statewide Oversight for Craft Hemp Market
INDIANAPOLIS – Three Republican members of the Indiana House introduced legislation this week to impose a structured permitting system on the sale and distribution of craft hemp products, a category that includes flower, beverages and ...
New York State Advances Cannabis Market with New Licenses Amid Regulatory Challenges
NEW YORK- In a pivotal move aimed at bolstering the burgeoning adult-use cannabis market in New York, the state’s Cannabis Control Board (CCB) granted approval for 109 business licenses during its latest meeting. This new ...
Filament Health Achieves Milestone with Botanical Psilocybin Export to Israel
LOS ANGELES- In a significant development for psychedelic medicine, Filament Health Corp. (OTCQB: FLHLF) announced it has successfully exported PEX010, its botanical psilocybin drug candidate, to Israel, marking a first for the country. This shipment ...
New Mexico Senate Endorses Study on Therapeutic Use of Psilocybin
LOS ANGELES- In a remarkable show of bipartisan unity, the New Mexico Senate has unanimously passed a non-binding resolution urging the state's Department of Health to consider the potential therapeutic benefits of psilocybin mushrooms. The ...
Virginia Legislators Propose Divergent Paths for Adult-Use Cannabis Sales
LOS ANGELES- In a notable move toward the commercialization of adult-use cannabis, Virginia's legislative bodies are progressing with distinct proposals aimed at kickstarting regulated sales by the upcoming year. This initiative comes after the legalization ...
Israel Probes Canadian Cannabis Imports
NEW YORK- In a significant development within the global cannabis sector, Israel has initiated an investigation into the importation of Canadian medical cannabis. This move comes against a backdrop of allegations suggesting that Canadian firms ...
Montana’s Cannabis Industry Flourishes
LOS ANGELES- In 2023, Montana's cannabis market experienced substantial growth, with sales reaching millions of dollars across various counties, demonstrating the burgeoning business of cannabis in the state. Yellowstone, Gallatin, Missoula, Flathead, and Lewis and ...
Florida Senate Advances Legislation to Ban Delta-8 THC
LOS ANGELES— In a decisive move, the Florida Senate on Tuesday passed legislation aimed at banning delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) products while introducing new, stringent regulations on the state's burgeoning hemp industry. This unanimous decision reflects ...
New York Cannabis Control Board Awards 109 New Licenses Amidst Regulatory Debates
NEW YORK — The New York State Cannabis Control Board (CCB) took a significant step forward in the state's cannabis industry development by formally awarding 109 new cannabis business licenses on Friday. This move, unanimous and ...
MindBio Therapeutics Announces Completion of Groundbreaking Phase 2a LSD Microdose Trial
LOS ANGELES- In a significant advancement for psychiatric medicine, MindBio Therapeutics Corp., a pioneering biopharmaceutical company, has announced the successful completion of its Phase 2a clinical trial, marking a pivotal moment in the development of ...
Ukraine Enacts Medical Cannabis Legislation Amidst Ongoing Conflict
KYIV— In a historic move, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has officially signed into law legislation that legalizes the use of medical cannabis, marking a significant policy shift in the country. This legislation comes as a ...
Silo Pharma Advances in Ketamine-Based Treatment for Chronic Pain
LOS ANGELES— In a significant stride toward innovative treatment for chronic pain conditions, Silo Pharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: SILO), a biopharmaceutical company in its developmental stage, announced promising developments in its ketamine implant, SP-26. The company, ...
Georgia Seeks $150 Million in Damages in Federal Lawsuit Against Cannabis Brands
NEW YORK- In a significant legal challenge within the cannabis industry, the state of Georgia has initiated a federal lawsuit against prominent California-based cannabis brands STIIIZY and Cookies, along with several other entities. The suit ...
South Carolina Senate Approves Conservative Medical Cannabis Bill
LOS ANGELES- In a pivotal move for medical cannabis legislation, the South Carolina Senate has passed a bill aimed at legalizing medical cannabis for individuals with certain serious health conditions. This decision marks a significant ...
Florida Advances Bill to Restrict Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids
LOS ANGELES- A significant legislative development occurred in Florida on Monday as a House legislative subcommittee moved forward with a bill aimed at regulating psychoactive hemp-derived cannabinoids, including Delta 8 and Delta 10 THC. House ...
U.S. Navy and Air Force Adapt Recruitment Policies to Reflect Societal Changes on Cannabis Use
LOS ANGELES- In a landmark shift reflecting broader societal and legal changes, the U.S. Navy has announced a significant adjustment to its recruitment policies regarding cannabis use. This policy modification, aimed at recruits who initially ...
U.S. Virgin Islands Sets Stage for Adult-Use Cannabis Market
LOS ANGELES- In a significant move for the U.S. Virgin Islands, the territory's Cannabis Board sanctioned a comprehensive set of rules and regulations for the adult-use cannabis sector on Tuesday, marking a pivotal advancement since ...
South Carolina Implements Strict Regulations on Hemp in Food and Beverages
LOS ANGELES- In a significant regulatory move, South Carolina has announced stringent restrictions on the inclusion of hemp-derived ingredients in food and beverage products, permitting only hemp seeds and their derivatives. This decision marks a ...
Cybin Inc. Reports Psychedelic Treatments and Financial Growth in Q3
LOS ANGELES- Cybin Inc., a development of next-generation psychedelic treatments for mental health disorders, today unveiled its unaudited financial outcomes for the third quarter ending December 31, 2023, alongside key business achievements. This period has ...
New Mexico Embraces Drive-Thru Cannabis Dispensaries
LOS ANGELES- In a pivotal decision reflecting the evolving landscape of cannabis commerce, New Mexico has chosen to endorse the operation of drive-thru cannabis dispensaries, a move that underscores the state's commitment to convenience and ...
California’s Proposed Bill Aims to Integrate Hemp Products into Cannabis Market
LOS ANGELES- In an effort to further regulate the cannabis industry, California lawmakers have introduced a draft bill that seeks to place hemp products under the same regulatory umbrella as cannabis. The proposed legislation, which ...
Pennsylvania’s Cannabis Market Poised for Expansion as Recreational Use Moves Closer to Reality
LOS ANGELES- Pennsylvania's cannabis industry is on the brink of a significant transformation as Governor Josh Shapiro pushes for the legalization of recreational marijuana use. In his recent budget address, the Democratic leader urged lawmakers ...
PharmaDrug Inc. Completes Private Placement to Bolster Corporate Initiatives
LOS ANGELES- a specialty pharmaceutical company, announce the successful completion of its previously disclosed non-brokered private placement, raising total gross proceeds of $326,000. In this offering, the company issued 6,520,000 units at a purchase price ...
Ohio Legislators Grapple with Implementing Changes to Adult-Use Cannabis Law
LOS ANGELES- In Ohio, the journey to fully implement adult-use cannabis legislation continues to encounter hurdles, despite the state's voters approving Issue 2 in November 2023. This initiative, which legalized recreational cannabis, came into effect ...
Michigan’s Cannabis Market Experiences Mixed Growth
LOS ANGELES- Michigan's cannabis industry has witnessed a varied growth pattern, with adult-use sales driving the market forward while medical cannabis sales face a significant decline. The state's cannabis sales increased by 17.1% compared to ...
Requesting a Private Letter Ruling
By Rachel Wright, Simon Menkes, & Abraham Finberg- CPAs licensed in California of AB FinWright LLP & 420CPA, and Andrew Gradman, Esq of Andrew Gradman Tax You may someday find yourself in a unique tax ...
