Case Studies
North Carolina Lawmakers Unite Behind Psychedelic Research Bill for Veterans
RALEIGH – NC Lawmakers from both parties held a press ...
Glass House Brands Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
LONG BEACH – Glass House Brands Inc. released its first-quarter ...
Planet 13 Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
LAS VEGAS – Planet 13 Holdings Inc. released its first-quarter ...
Week in Review: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – The U.S. Cannabis sector has settled into a phase defined by operational discipline rather than continued expansion. While mature markets continue to generate reliable revenues, wholesale price compression and margin erosion have ...
From Survival to Execution: Hall of Flowers Ventura Reflects an Evolving Cannabis Industry
LOS ANGELES- Hall of Flowers Ventura continues to set the standard for what a modern Cannabis industry event should look and feel like—focused, curated, and highly effective. Hall of Flowers Ventura this past March 18 ...
Updated: Europe’s Cannabis Business Events 2026
BERLIN- Europe’s Cannabis market is moving from theory to execution. And the clearest signal is the event calendar. From Berlin to London to Prague, the sequence of events tells a story—not just of geography, but ...
Week in Review: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – It's been another fortnight, and the numbers, the deals, and the science keep telling the same story: the Cannabis & Psychedelics space is not slowing down. A few from the MSOs pack ...
Trulieve Reports Q4 and FY 2025 Financial Results
TALLAHASSEE – Trulieve Cannabis Corp., the largest U.S. Cannabis retailer by store count, announced its full-year 2025 revenue of $1.2 billion, holding steady from the previous year as retail pricing pressures offset gains from new ...
Curaleaf Reports Q4 and FY 2025 Financial Results
NEW YORK – Curaleaf Holdings Inc. released its earnings for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, highlighting a return to top-line growth and steady margins in a tough domestic environment. The ...
DOJ Urges SCOTUS to Ban Cannabis Consumers from Owning Guns
WASHINGTON, D.C. –The U.S. Department of Justice is strongly urging the Supreme Court to uphold a federal rule that bars Cannabis consumers from legally owning or purchasing firearms. In a brief filed with the Court, ...
Week in Review: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – The U.S. Cannabis sector has settled into a phase defined by operational discipline rather than continued expansion. While mature markets continue to generate reliable revenues, wholesale price compression and margin erosion have ...
From Survival to Execution: Hall of Flowers Ventura Reflects an Evolving Cannabis Industry
LOS ANGELES- Hall of Flowers Ventura continues to set the standard for what a modern Cannabis industry event should look and feel like—focused, curated, and highly effective. Hall of Flowers Ventura this past March 18 ...
Updated: Europe’s Cannabis Business Events 2026
BERLIN- Europe’s Cannabis market is moving from theory to execution. And the clearest signal is the event calendar. From Berlin to London to Prague, the sequence of events tells a story—not just of geography, but ...
Sun Theory Holding Co. Acquires Terrapin Care Station’s Retail Operations in Colorado
LOS ANGELES- Sun Theory Holding Co. announced the acquisition of the Colorado retail operations of Terrapin Care Station, including five retail dispensaries, on Monday. This acquisition adds to Sun Theory's existing portfolio of eight retail ...
Maine Advances Psychedelic Research with Commission Bill Awaiting Governor’s Approval
LOS ANGELES- In a significant move towards exploring the therapeutic potential of psychedelic substances, Maine lawmakers have sent a bill to Governor Janet Mills that aims to establish a commission for studying and recommending regulatory ...
Silo Pharma Licenses Promising Alzheimer’s Disease Therapeutic from Columbia University
NEW YORK- Silo Pharma, Inc. a biopharmaceutical company specializing in novel formulations and drug delivery systems, has announced its decision to license a therapeutic candidate for Alzheimer's disease (AD), known as SPC-14, from Columbia University. ...
Red Light Holland Advances in Psilocybin Research and Development
LOS ANGELES- Red Light Holland Corp., a North American and European producer of functional mushrooms and mushroom home grow kits, is set to provide an update on its Research and Development (R&D) collaboration with CCrest ...
Montana’s Comprehensive Approach to Cannabis Regulation and Consumer Safety
LOS ANGELES- Montana's Cannabis Control Division (CCD) is spearheading efforts to ensure public health and safety through the implementation of the Montana Cannabis Regulation and Taxation Act. The legislation aims to provide safe access to ...
Virginia Governor’s Veto Stalls Cannabis Legalization Progress
LOS ANGELES- In a recent development in Virginia's cannabis legalization movement, Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed legislation that would have established a legal marketplace for adult-use cannabis. This move has been seen as a setback for ...
Federal Seizures of Regulated Cannabis Products Impact New Mexico Businesses
NEW YORK- In recent weeks, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents have reportedly seized regulated cannabis products at least a dozen times at border checkpoints in New Mexico, impacting state-licensed cannabis businesses. This marks ...
Filament Health Reports Revenue Gains and Progress in Psychedelic Drug Development
LOS ANGELES- Filament Health Corp., a psychedelic drug developer, has reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ending December 31, 2023. The company showed notable revenue gains and a significant ...
California Proposes Supervised Psychedelic Therapy Bill
LOS ANGELES- In an innovative legislative move, California lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill that aims to permit individuals over the age of 21 to consume psychedelic mushrooms under professional supervision. This proposal seeks to ...
Health Canada Reclassifies Organigram’s Cannabis Lozenges as Edibles
NEW YORK- In a recent development that has stirred the Canadian cannabis industry, Health Canada has announced a pivotal decision affecting Organigram Holdings. The federal agency has reclassified the company's Edison Jolts lozenge products from ...
Chicago Atlantic Invests $20 Million in Nova Farms Expansion
LOS ANGELES- Chicago Atlantic, a significant player in financial investment, has finalized a $20 million senior secured financing deal with Nova Farms, an established cannabis operator. This strategic investment is aimed at bolstering Nova Farms' ...
Ohio Moves Forward with Adult-Use Cannabis Marketplace Regulations
LOS ANGELES- Ohio is on the verge of activating its adult-use cannabis marketplace following the state regulators' recent publication of the latest draft rules for the industry. This comprehensive framework, announced last week, introduces detailed ...
California Enhances Cannabis Equity with $12 Million Grant
NEW YORK- In a landmark move, California has allocated $12 million in grants to ten cities and counties, including Oakland and San Jose, as part of its commitment to fostering equity in the cannabis industry. ...
New Jersey Navigates Legal Waters on Off-Duty Cannabis Use by Police
LOS ANGELES- In a groundbreaking legal case in New Jersey, the debate over off-duty cannabis use by law enforcement officers brings to light the complex interplay between state legalization and federal restrictions. Jersey City has ...
New York Supreme Court Overturns Cannabis Marketing Restrictions
LOS ANGELES- In a significant legal development for New York's cannabis industry, the Supreme Court in Albany County invalidated several marketing restrictions on Monday, marking a pivotal moment for licensed cannabis businesses in the state. ...
New Mexico Sets Record in Cannabis Sales for March
LOS ANGELES- In a significant development within the cannabis industry, New Mexico reported a record-breaking total of over $52 million in combined recreational and medical cannabis sales for March. This figure surpasses previous records, marking ...
Petalfast Acquires Flow Distribution to Enhance National Cannabis Sales and Distribution Network
LOS ANGELES- Petalfast, a national sales and distribution platform in the cannabis industry, has finalized the acquisition of Flow Distribution's sales and distribution subsidiary, marking a significant expansion of its operations and brand portfolio in ...
ANALYSIS: Ukraine’s Medical Cannabis Legalization: A Journey of Hope and Resilience
KYIV--In the heart of Ukraine, amidst the bustling streets of its vibrant cities and the tranquil beauty of its countryside, a new era is dawning—one marked by the legalization of medical cannabis. Having immersed myself ...
Hawaii’s Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Stalls
LOS ANGELES- In a recent development within Hawaii's legislative process, a pivotal House committee announced it will not advance a bill proposing the legalization and regulation of recreational cannabis, effectively halting the legislation for 2024. ...
Washington D.C. Enhances Medical Cannabis Regulations and Extends Tax Holiday
LOS ANGELES- In a significant legislative move, the Council of the District of Columbia has unanimously passed the "Medical Cannabis Patient Card Extension 4/20 Medical Cannabis Sales Tax Holiday Week Emergency Amendment Act of 2024." ...
DEA to Conduct Hearing on Psychedelic Substances Proposal
LOS ANGELES- The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has announced plans to hold a hearing regarding the proposed classification of two psychedelic substances, 2,5-dimethoxy-4-iodoamphetamine (DOI) and 2,5-dimethoxy-4-chloroamphetamine (DOC), as Schedule I drugs under the Controlled Substances ...
Canadian Cannabis Sales Experience a Dip in January
NEW YORK- In January 2024, Canada witnessed a notable 11.5% drop in retail sales of legal adult-use cannabis compared to December 2023, as reported by Statistics Canada. Despite a revision that increased the total recreational ...
Alabama Seeks to Expand Medical Cannabis Licensing
LOS ANGELES- In an effort to resolve ongoing legal disputes surrounding its medical cannabis licensing process, Alabama has introduced a bill proposing an increase in the number of available licenses. Filed on Tuesday, the legislation ...
Oregon Reinstates Criminal Penalties for Drug Possession
LOS ANGELES- In a landmark reversal, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has endorsed House Bill 4002, reintroducing criminal penalties for possession of controlled substances such as fentanyl, heroin, and methamphetamine. This action marks a departure from ...
Alberta Leads in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Coverage
NEW YORK- Alberta Blue Cross's recent endorsement of insurance coverage for Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy signifies a pioneering move in Canadian healthcare, positioning Alberta as the first province to officially support and regulate such treatments. This development ...
