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Ascend Wellness Shares Climb 5.3% Amid Low Trading Volume
LOS ANGELES- Shares of Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc. rose by 5.3% on Friday, reaching an intraday high of $0.82 before closing at $0.80. This upward movement came despite a notable decrease in trading volume, with only 57,558 shares changing hands, a significant 73% drop from the average daily volume of 209,931 shares. The stock had ...
Older Adults Increasingly Turn to Cannabis for Pain and Sleep Relief
LOS ANGELES- A growing number of older adults in the U.S. are turning to cannabis for managing sleep disturbances and chronic pain relief, especially as cannabis gains legal and social acceptance. Recent studies suggest that 21% of people aged 50 and older have used cannabis in the past year, with primary reasons including pain management, improved ...
Psyence Biomed Progresses in Psilocybin Development for Alcohol Use Disorder
LOS ANGELES- Psyence Biomed, a biopharmaceutical company focused on psychedelic therapeutics, has provided an update on its development of high-purity psilocybin in collaboration with PsyLabs. The company is working towards producing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) certified under the European Union’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). This certification is critical for advancing psilocybin as a treatment for ...
What Is The Clean Label Movement: How Does It Apply To Cannabis?
LOS ANGELES — The clean label movement, which has transformed the food, beverage, and wellness industries, is also becoming a vital focus within the cannabis sector. Today’s consumers are informed, health-conscious, and increasingly demand transparency not only in what goes into their products but how they are produced. Cannabis companies are now being called upon ...
Opinion: The Spectacular Fall From Grace of California Cannabis
LOS ANGELES-California cannabis’ fall from grace has been nothing short of spectacular. High taxes and fees, local bans, contaminated products making it to market, and misdemeanor penalties for commercial-scale unlicensed grows have hurt the regulated marketplace and emboldened an increasingly organized underground. Far from the idyllic personification of mom-and-pop growers bucking the system to provide ...
Seelos Therapeutics Delisted from Nasdaq Moves to OTC Market
LOS ANGELES- Seelos Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, has announced its delisting from the Nasdaq stock exchange after failing to meet the minimum stockholder's equity requirement. Despite an extension until October 11, 2024, granted by the Nasdaq Hearings Panel, the company was unable to regain compliance. As a result, trading of Seelos’ common stock on ...
Mastering Employee Compliance: Navigating State-Specific Complexities in Cannabis
LOS ANGELES — Operating a cannabis business in the U.S. requires more than just understanding the industry's shifting landscape; it demands staying ahead of ever-evolving, state-specific regulations. Nowhere is this more critical than in managing regulatory employee compliance, where failure to adapt can lead to costly setbacks. With states like New Jersey, New York, and ...
Week’s In Review: Cannabis Industry Poised for $112 Billion Impact in 2024; New York Opens Applications for $5 Million Cannabis-Funded Community Grants Program; Tennessee Introduces New Regulations for Hemp Product Sales
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 get to it! Cannabis Industry Highlights 1#Cannabis Industry Poised for $112 Billion Impact in 2024: The cannabis financial market has ...
Psychedelics Market Sees Growth Amid Regulatory and Investment Shifts
LOS ANGELES- The psychedelics market in the U.S. is witnessing rapid expansion, driven by both regulatory advancements and increasing investor interest. The sector, valued at approximately $603.1 million in 2024, is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%, with expectations of reaching $1.18 billion by 2034. This growth stems largely ...
Mastering the Cannabis Market: 4 Key Strategies for Cultivation Success with BigMike
LOS ANGELES — The U.S. cannabis industry, projected to reach nearly $40 billion by the nearing close of 2024, presents both substantial opportunities and escalating challenges for cultivators. With rising competition, price compression, and increasing compliance costs, particularly in saturated markets like California, Colorado, and Oregon, profitability is no longer guaranteed by product quality alone. ...
ANNOUNCING: We’re ‘Stirring the Pot’ in New Classic Cannabis Debate Show Sponsored by Guy Rocourt Brand
GET READY to 'STIR THE POT': Cannabis Debates Heat Up in New Show "Stirring the Pot," Sponsored by Guy Rocourt Brand Launching October 2024, 'Stirring the Pot' Brings Together Industry Celebrities to Discuss the Hot Topics of Cannabis Culture and Business LOS ANGELES — The cannabis industry is on the cusp of monumental change, and what ...
Tennessee Introduces New Regulations for Hemp Product Sales
LOS ANGELES- Tennessee regulators have introduced significant new rules for the sale of hemp-derived cannabinoid (HDC) products, which are set to take full effect on December 26, 2024. These regulations, overseen by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, establish stricter guidelines for businesses involved in the production, distribution, and retail of hemp products, including Delta-8, Delta-10, ...
Germany’s Medical Cannabis Market Set to Reach €420 Million in 2024
BERLIN- Germany's medical cannabis market is poised for substantial growth in 2024, with sales projected to surpass €420 million ($455 million), according to a report by Prohibition Partners. The country, which has led Europe in medical cannabis since legalizing it in 2017, continues to expand patient access, with over 200,000 registered users and public healthcare ...
2024 Presidential Candidates Outline Contrasting Visions for Cannabis and Psychedelics Reform
LOS ANGELES- The 2024 presidential election is showcasing a diverse range of positions on cannabis and psychedelics reform, reflecting the evolving landscape of U.S. drug policy. Prominent candidates across both parties have taken varying stances, focusing on issues such as medical access, criminal justice reform, and veterans' care. Former President Donald Trump has shifted his ...
Massachusetts Voters Divided Over Psychedelics Legalization Ahead of 2024 Ballot
LOS ANGELES- Massachusetts voters are set to decide on Question 4 in the upcoming November 5 ballot, which proposes the legalization and regulation of certain psychedelic substances for therapeutic and personal use. If approved, Massachusetts would join Oregon and Colorado as states that have enacted similar measures. Recent polling indicates a closely contested issue: 42% ...
The Normalization of Cannabis: Insights from California’s Consumption Lounges
LOS ANGELES — Cannabis has come a long way from its stigmatized past, with consumption lounges playing a pivotal role in normalizing its use. In California, legalization of these lounges is reshaping how consumers interact with cannabis, providing safe, regulated environments for enjoyment and education. This article explores the history, growth, and future of cannabis ...
Cannabis Industry Poised for $112 Billion Impact in 2024
LOS ANGELES- The cannabis financial market has been showing signs of both growth and challenges in 2024. The U.S. cannabis industry is projected to contribute $112.4 billion to the economy by the end of the year, with a continued upward trajectory expected through 2030. Despite lingering federal restrictions, the industry has seen strong revenue generation, ...
Florida Chamber of Commerce Launches Campaign Against Cannabis Legalization Amendment
LOS ANGELES- The Florida Chamber of Commerce has launched an online campaign opposing Amendment 3, a ballot initiative that could legalize adult-use cannabis in the state. Through its website, flbizagainsta3.com, the Chamber aims to educate voters on what it views as the economic and social risks of cannabis legalization. The campaign is spearheaded by the ...
New York Opens Applications for $5 Million Cannabis-Funded Community Grants Program
NEW YORK- New York State has opened applications for a $5 million Community Reinvestment Grants program, funded by cannabis tax revenue. This initiative is designed to support areas that have been disproportionately impacted by past drug enforcement policies. Administered by the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), the program will offer individual grants of $100,000 to ...
Multiple States to Vote on Key Marijuana Legalization Measures in November 2024
LOS ANGELES- The November 5, 2024 election is set to be a critical moment for cannabis law reform, with several states considering ballot initiatives that could reshape marijuana policies across the U.S. Key states include Florida, where Amendment 3 could legalize recreational cannabis for adults 21 and older, allowing the purchase of up to three ...
California Judge Upholds Emergency Regulations Banning THC in Hemp Products
LOS ANGELES- A California judge has recently upheld emergency regulations that restrict the sale of hemp products containing any detectable levels of THC. The decision came after hemp companies challenged the state's new rules, arguing that the regulations would devastate their industry. However, the court sided with Governor Gavin Newsom's administration, which argued that the ...
Kamala Harris Pledges to Federally Legalize Cannabis
LOS ANGELES- Vice President Kamala Harris has announced a commitment to federally legalize cannabis if elected in the 2024 presidential race. Her campaign emphasizes that legalizing recreational cannabis will address systemic inequalities, particularly those affecting Black men who have been disproportionately impacted by the enforcement of cannabis laws. Harris' proposal is part of a broader ...
U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Case Involving Trucker Fired Over CBD-Related THC Test
LOS ANGELES-The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments in a case involving Douglas Horn, a trucker who claims he was wrongfully fired after testing positive for THC, which he attributes to using a hemp-derived CBD product marketed as containing no THC. Horn filed a lawsuit against Medical Marijuana, Inc. in 2015, arguing that ...
Week’s In Review: New Hampshire Senate Blocks Cannabis Greenhouse Bill Despite Overwhelming House Support; Tilray Reports 13% Decline in Cannabis Revenue for Q1 FY25; Missouri Health Department Requests $877K to Enforce Hemp Product Ban
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 get to it! Cannabis Industry Highlights 1#New Hampshire Senate Blocks Cannabis Greenhouse Bill Despite Overwhelming House Support: New Hampshire lawmakers ...
Embracing the Evolution: The Rise of Cannabis Consumption Lounges
LOS ANGELES — The cannabis industry is no stranger to innovation, and one of the most promising developments in recent years is the emergence of cannabis consumption lounges. These venues are revolutionizing the way consumers interact with cannabis, offering a safe, social, and sophisticated environment for enthusiasts to enjoy their products. The cannabis industry in ...
