Case Studies
FDA Issues Final Guidance on Psychedelic Drug Trials
SILVER SPRING – The FDA published its final guidance titled ...
Trulieve Approved to Uplist to NYSE in Historic Milestone for U.S. Cannabis Industry
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — June 5, 2026 — In a landmark ...
Psilocybin Shows Promise in Treating Cocaine Addiction
BIRMINGHAM – For the first time, a peer-reviewed, randomized clinical ...
Ascend Wellness Partners with NuProject to Introduce ROOTS
NEW YORK – Ascend Wellness Holdings announced it had teamed up with the non-profit NuProject to launch a six-month business readiness program called ROOTS (Readying Opportunities for Operational & Trade Sustainability). The initiative targets licensed ...
WM Technology to Delist from Nasdaq
IRVINE – WM Technology, Inc., the company behind the Weedmaps online Cannabis marketplace, announced that it will voluntarily pull its Class A common stock and warrants from the Nasdaq Global Select Market. The move comes ...
Bioxyne to Manufacture Medical Cannabis Products for Aurora Cannabis
SYDNEY – In a development that highlights the growing emphasis on dependable supply chains across the medical Cannabis sector, Bioxyne Limited has secured a manufacturing agreement with Aurora Cannabis Inc. to produce pharmaceutical-grade medicinal Cannabis ...
Connecticut Lawmakers Expand Psychedelics Access
HARTFORD – Connecticut's Joint Committee on Public Health approved a bill that broadens the state's pilot program for psychedelic-assisted therapy, opening it to adults beyond just veterans and first responders. The measure, Senate Bill 191, ...
RYTHM Reports Q4 and FY 2025 Financial Results
ROLLING MEADOWS – RYTHM Inc. delivered a significant revenue leap in 2025, fueled by licensing deals in the fast-growing low-dose Cannabis alternatives market. Full-year sales hit $17.3 million, yet the company posted a $33.3 million ...
California Collected $255M in Q4 Cannabis Tax Revenue
SACRAMENTO – California collected $255.1 million in Cannabis tax revenue during the fourth quarter of 2025, marking a decline from the previous quarter as sales softened and a short-term tax adjustment ended. The total includes ...
Los Angeles City Council Advances a Tax Amnesty Program for Licensed Cannabis Businesses
LOS ANGELES – The City Council voted 13-0 to instruct staff to craft a tax amnesty program for more than 500 licensed Cannabis businesses that collectively owe approximately $400 million in back taxes, penalties, and ...
Ascend Wellness Partners with NuProject to Introduce ROOTS
NEW YORK – Ascend Wellness Holdings announced it had teamed up with the non-profit NuProject to launch a six-month business readiness program called ROOTS (Readying Opportunities for Operational & Trade Sustainability). The initiative targets licensed ...
WM Technology to Delist from Nasdaq
IRVINE – WM Technology, Inc., the company behind the Weedmaps online Cannabis marketplace, announced that it will voluntarily pull its Class A common stock and warrants from the Nasdaq Global Select Market. The move comes ...
Bioxyne to Manufacture Medical Cannabis Products for Aurora Cannabis
SYDNEY – In a development that highlights the growing emphasis on dependable supply chains across the medical Cannabis sector, Bioxyne Limited has secured a manufacturing agreement with Aurora Cannabis Inc. to produce pharmaceutical-grade medicinal Cannabis ...
Clearmind Medicine Announces Promising Results in Obesity Treatment from Pre-Clinical Trial
Clearmind Medicine Inc. a biotech company at the forefront of developing novel psychedelic-derived therapeutics, has announced encouraging outcomes from its latest pre-clinical trial. The study, spearheaded by Professor Joseph Tam of The Hebrew University of ...
Cybin Inc. Unveils Promising Phase 2 Results for Psychedelic Depression Treatment CYB003
Cybin Inc. a psychedelic biotech drug development, has recently announced the comprehensive results from its Phase 2 trial of CYB003, a groundbreaking treatment for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). These findings, presented at a high-profile R&D ...
Venture West Secures $17.5 Million Refinance Loan for Cannabis Firm Cal Grow’s Headquarters
LOS ANGELES- In a significant move underscoring the growing financial robustness of the cannabis industry, Venture West Funding, a California commercial mortgage broker, has successfully arranged a $17.5 million refinance loan for Cal Grow, a ...
Oregon’s Cannabis Market Faces Oversupply Challenges Amid Regulatory Complexities
LOS ANGELES- Oregon, a state known for its progressive stance on cannabis, is currently grappling with significant oversupply issues in its market. This challenge is compounded by various other difficulties that have been persisting in ...
University of Utah Launches Medical Cannabis Research Center
LOS ANGELES- The University of Utah is taking a significant step forward in the realm of medical cannabis research with the establishment of the Center for Medical Cannabis Research (CMCR). Announced on November 21, this ...
Numinus Wellness Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year Fiscal 2023 Results
LOS ANGELES- Numinus Wellness Inc. has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year of fiscal 2023, highlighting significant revenue growth and strategic advancements in its operations. Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2023 ...
New York Cannabis Control Board Approves Settlement
NEW YORK- In a pivotal decision this week, the New York Cannabis Control Board resolved a lawsuit brought by military veterans, unlocking the way for over 400 adult-use cannabis dispensaries to progress in the state. ...
California and Michigan Boost Social Equity in Cannabis Industry with New Funding Initiatives
LOS ANGELES- In a significant move to bolster social equity within the cannabis industry, both California and Michigan have recently taken steps to channel more funding into social equity cannabis companies. California is set to ...
Clearmind Medicine Inc Reports Promising Results in Pre-Clinical Trial for Combination Therapy
LOS ANGELES- Clearmind Medicine Inc has announced the results of its pre-clinical trial involving a combination therapy, marking a significant step in the development of treatments for addictions, obesity, metabolic disorders, and depression. The trial ...
RIV Capital’s Ambitious Transition to Adult-Use Cannabis Sales in New York
LOS ANGELES- RIV Capital, a Toronto-based cannabis investment firm, has navigated a turbulent path in its growth story, particularly in the New York market. Initially setting up as one of the few medical cannabis operators ...
Health Canada Approves Jazz Pharmaceuticals’ Epidiolex
NEW YORK- Canada's federal health regulator, Health Canada, has recently approved Epidiolex, a cannabinoid-based medicine developed by Jazz Pharmaceuticals Canada. This approval positions Epidiolex as a supplementary therapy for certain rare and severe forms of ...
Record Sales on Green Wednesday Signal Booming Cannabis Market
LOS ANGELES- The cannabis industry experienced a significant surge in sales on Green Wednesday, the day before Thanksgiving, marking it as a high-point in annual cannabis commerce. Jane Technologies reported recreational cannabis sales totaling an ...
Arkansas and Rhode Island Cannabis Markets
LOS ANGELES- October 2023 witnessed a modest reduction in medical cannabis sales in Arkansas, reaching $22.5 million, a slight decrease from the same period in 2022. This data, sourced from the state's Department of Finance ...
Wisconsin Legislators Advocate for Veterans’ Access to Psilocybin Therapy Amid National Psychedelic Research Surge
LOS ANGELES- In a groundbreaking move, Wisconsin lawmakers are pushing for enhanced access to psilocybin, a psychedelic compound found in magic mushrooms, for military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This bipartisan bill represents ...
Irwin Naturals Inc. Reports Financial Performance in Q3 2023
LOS ANGELES- Irwin Naturals Inc, a key player in the cannabis and mental health sectors, recently disclosed its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2023, ending September 30, 2023. The report presents a complex ...
Maryland Supreme Court Refuses to Review Injunction on Anti-Intoxicating Hemp Law
LOS ANGELES- The Maryland Supreme Court has recently opted not to review a lower court's injunction against the enforcement of the state's law aimed at banning intoxicating hemp products. This decision, as detailed in a ...
Georgia Advances Medical Cannabis Program After Legal Delays
LOS ANGELES' In a significant development for Georgia's medical cannabis sector, state regulators have resumed the licensing process, concluding a prolonged two-year legal standoff. This move, as reported by the Valdosta Daily Times, comes after ...
Algernon Pharmaceuticals Partners with Seyltx Inc.
LOS ANGELES- Algernon Pharmaceuticals Inc., a Canadian clinical stage pharmaceutical development company, has announced a significant advancement in its research program. The company has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Seyltx Inc., a U.S.-based ...
Psychedelic Therapy for PTSD: Veterans Seek Healing in Mexico Amid U.S. Legal Restrictions
LOS ANGELES- A recent CBS News report has brought to light a significant trend among veterans dealing with PTSD: an increasing number are seeking psychedelic-assisted treatments in Mexico, utilizing substances currently deemed illegal by the ...
Optimi Health Obtains Key Amendment to Dealer’s Licence
LOS ANGELES- Optimi Health, a Canadian company specializing in psychedelic drug research and formulation, has achieved a significant milestone with Health Canada's approval of an amendment to its Dealer's Licence. This crucial development allows Optimi ...
Germany Amends Cannabis Legalization Bill, Balancing Reform and Regulation
BERLIN- German lawmakers have significantly revised the country's cannabis legalization bill, incorporating feedback from cannabis reform advocates and aiming for the bill's enactment in the upcoming spring. This development, as reported by Marijuana Moment, ...
Psyence Group Inc. Announces Resignation of Board Member Marvin Singer
LOS ANGELES- Psyence Group Inc a clinical-stage life science biotechnology firm at the forefront of utilizing nature-derived psilocybin for mental health and wellbeing, today announced the resignation of Mr. Marvin Singer from his role as ...
Compass Pathways Launches UK Phase of Landmark Psilocybin Study for Treatment-Resistant Depression
NEW YORK- Compass Pathways plc (Nasdaq: CMPS), a biotechnology leader dedicated to advancing mental health treatments, has announced the initiation of the UK component of its phase 3 program investigating COMP360 psilocybin treatment for treatment-resistant ...
Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission Settles Lawsuits
LOS ANGELES- The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) has made significant strides this week by reaching a settlement with license applicants, a move aimed at resolving the multiple lawsuits filed against the agency. This development, ...
Swedish Researchers Use Psychedelics to Explore Brain Function and AI Development
LOS ANGELES- In a groundbreaking study at Lund University in Sweden, researchers are employing psychedelic substances, specifically acid (LSD) and ketamine, to delve into the intricate workings of the brain. This unique approach aims to ...
