Legal Affairs
Kool Cigarettes Sues Bloom Cannabis For Logo Infringement
GREENSBORO, N.C. – Tobacco producer ITG has sued a California ...
Senate Democrats Advance Plan For Federal Legalization Of Cannabis
WASHINGTON – Sens. Cory Booker (D-NJ), Ron Wyden (D-OR), and ...
Missouri Hemp Trade Group Files Lawsuit Over Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products
LOS ANGELES- The Missouri Hemp Trade Association has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) challenging the state's recent ban on intoxicating hemp products. The lawsuit, filed in Cole County ...
Michigan Cannabis Prices Reach Historic Lows Amid Market Oversupply
LOS ANGELES- In July, cannabis prices in Michigan's legal market dropped to an all-time low, with the average price of an ounce of flower falling to $79.70, according to data from the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory ...
Ohio Recreational Cannabis Sales Reach Over $44 Million in First Month
LOS ANGELES- Ohio's legal cannabis market saw strong initial performance, with over $67.3 million in total sales between August 6 and August 31, according to the state's Division of Cannabis Control (DCC). Of this, $44 ...
Missouri Hemp Trade Group Files Lawsuit Over Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products
LOS ANGELES- The Missouri Hemp Trade Association has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) challenging the state's recent ban on intoxicating hemp products. The lawsuit, filed in Cole County ...
Michigan Cannabis Prices Reach Historic Lows Amid Market Oversupply
LOS ANGELES- In July, cannabis prices in Michigan's legal market dropped to an all-time low, with the average price of an ounce of flower falling to $79.70, according to data from the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory ...
Ohio Recreational Cannabis Sales Reach Over $44 Million in First Month
LOS ANGELES- Ohio's legal cannabis market saw strong initial performance, with over $67.3 million in total sales between August 6 and August 31, according to the state's Division of Cannabis Control (DCC). Of this, $44 ...
Investment Environment and Outlook for Medical Cannabis in Ukraine
KYIV--The medical cannabis industry in Ukraine is on the cusp of transformation, fueled by recent legislative changes and a growing recognition of its potential benefits. As the country fights for its independence on the battlefields ...
Missouri Hemp Trade Group Files Lawsuit Over Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products
LOS ANGELES- The Missouri Hemp Trade Association has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) challenging the state's recent ban on intoxicating hemp products. The lawsuit, filed in Cole County ...
Michigan Cannabis Prices Reach Historic Lows Amid Market Oversupply
LOS ANGELES- In July, cannabis prices in Michigan's legal market dropped to an all-time low, with the average price of an ounce of flower falling to $79.70, according to data from the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory ...
Ohio Recreational Cannabis Sales Reach Over $44 Million in First Month
LOS ANGELES- Ohio's legal cannabis market saw strong initial performance, with over $67.3 million in total sales between August 6 and August 31, according to the state's Division of Cannabis Control (DCC). Of this, $44 ...
Missouri Hemp Trade Group Files Lawsuit Over Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products
LOS ANGELES- The Missouri Hemp Trade Association has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) challenging the state's recent ban on intoxicating hemp products. The lawsuit, filed in Cole County ...
Michigan Cannabis Prices Reach Historic Lows Amid Market Oversupply
LOS ANGELES- In July, cannabis prices in Michigan's legal market dropped to an all-time low, with the average price of an ounce of flower falling to $79.70, according to data from the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory ...
Ohio Recreational Cannabis Sales Reach Over $44 Million in First Month
LOS ANGELES- Ohio's legal cannabis market saw strong initial performance, with over $67.3 million in total sales between August 6 and August 31, according to the state's Division of Cannabis Control (DCC). Of this, $44 ...
Investment Environment and Outlook for Medical Cannabis in Ukraine
KYIV--The medical cannabis industry in Ukraine is on the cusp of transformation, fueled by recent legislative changes and a growing recognition of its potential benefits. As the country fights for its independence on the battlefields ...
Wisconsin Tribal Groups Launch Campaign to Push for Medical Cannabis Legalization
LOS ANGELES- A new campaign to legalize medical cannabis in Wisconsin has been launched by the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association and the Wisconsin Tribal Task Force on Cannabis. The initiative, named Wisconsin Wellness, aims to ...
Alabama Judge Considers Easing Restrictions on Medical Cannabis Licensing
LOS ANGELES- A Montgomery County judge signaled Tuesday that he may consider easing some restrictions on the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) to allow limited vetting of cannabis license awards, potentially advancing the state’s delayed ...
Europe’s Medical Cannabis Market Expected to Reach USD 11 Billion by 2032
LOS ANGELES- The European medical cannabis market is projected to grow significantly, with its value reaching USD 11,093.7 million by 2032, up from USD 2,167.8 million in 2023. This reflects a compound annual growth rate ...
DEA Reclassification of Cannabis Raises Regulatory Questions for States
LOS ANGELES- The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has initiated steps to reclassify cannabis, potentially shifting it to a status similar to regulated medicines such as Tylenol with codeine or some steroids. This federal change ...
5th Circuit Court Rules Federal Ban on Cannabis Users Owning Guns Unconstitutional
LOS ANGELES- The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has declared that prosecuting a cannabis user for gun ownership under federal law is unconstitutional, marking a significant ruling that challenges longstanding federal restrictions. The decision ...
Nebraska Certifies Medical Cannabis Ballot Measures for November Election
LOS ANGELES- The Nebraska Secretary of State has officially certified two ballot measures aimed at legalizing medical cannabis and establishing a regulated cannabis industry in the state. The measures, which will appear on the November ...
Cannabis Industry Reacts to Trump’s Endorsement of Florida Legalization Initiative
LOS ANGELES- Former President Donald Trump's recent endorsement of Florida's Amendment 3, which seeks to legalize recreational cannabis in the state, has sparked immediate responses from key figures in the cannabis industry. The proposed constitutional ...
DEA’s Postponement of Cannabis Rescheduling Raises Uncertainty for Industry
LOS ANGELES- The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has delayed the decision to reschedule cannabis under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) until after the 2024 presidential election, creating significant uncertainty in the ongoing cannabis reform debate. ...
Red Light Holland Reports Q1 2025
LOS ANGELES- Red Light Holland, an Ontario-based corporation specializing in the production, growth, and sale of functional mushrooms, mushroom home grow kits, and psilocybin truffles, has announced its financial and operational results for the three ...
Pakistan Enters Global Hemp Market with Plans for 2025 Cultivation
LOS ANGELES- Pakistan is set to join the global hemp market by allowing commercial cultivation of hemp beginning in January 2025. This strategic move is aimed at enhancing the country’s economy through increased foreign exchange ...
Curaleaf Reports Revenue Growth in Q2 2024
LOS ANGELES- Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. reported a net loss of $49.8 million for Q2 2024, bringing its year-to-date losses to over $100 million. Despite these losses, the company achieved a 2% increase in revenue, reaching ...
Awakn Life Sciences Advances Phase 3 Trial for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
LOS ANGELES- Awakn Life Sciences Corp. announced the screening of its first patient for the Phase 3 trial of AWKN-001, a new treatment targeting severe Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). The trial, known as MORE-KARE, represents ...
The Cannabist Reports Mixed Q2 2024 Results
LOS ANGELES- The Cannabist Company Holdings Inc. (OTC: CBSTF), formerly known as Columbia Care, delivered a mixed performance for Q2 2024. The company reported $125 million in revenue, a 2% sequential increase but a drop ...
MindMed Launches $75 Million Public Offering to Fund Psychedelic Research
LOS ANGELES- Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc. (NASDAQ: MNMD) announced a public offering aimed at raising $75 million through the sale of approximately 9.2 million shares at $7 each. The company is also offering around 1.4 ...
Ayr Wellness Reports Revenue Increase in Q2 2024
LOS ANGELES- Ayr Wellness Inc. posted a slight revenue increase for Q2 2024, reporting earnings of $117 million, a 0.5% improvement compared to the same quarter last year but a 0.6% decline from Q1 2024. ...
Verano Holdings Reports Mixed Q2 2024 Results
LOS ANGELES- Verano Holdings Corp. reported mixed financial results for Q2 2024, with revenue reaching $222 million, reflecting a 0.5% increase from the previous quarter but a 5% decline year-over-year. The revenue aligned with the ...
Ascend Wellness Reports Revenue Growth in Q2 2024
LOS ANGELES- Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc. delivered a mixed performance for Q2 2024, reflecting both revenue gains and profitability pressures. The company reported a 15% year-over-year increase in revenue, reaching $141.5 million. Despite this growth, ...
MindMed Launches $75 Million Public Offering to Fund Psychedelic Research
LOS ANGELES- Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc. announced a public offering aimed at raising $75 million through the sale of approximately 9.2 million shares at $7 each. The company is also offering around 1.4 million shares ...
Green Thumb Industries Reports Strong Q2 2024 Performance
LOS ANGELES- Green Thumb Industries Inc. a Chicago-based cannabis company, posted solid second-quarter results for 2024, with revenue climbing 11% year-over-year to $280 million, exceeding analyst forecasts of $277.36 million. The company’s net income rose ...
atai Life Sciences Reports Q2 2024 Financial Results
LOS ANGELES- atai Life Sciences, a biopharmaceutical company focused on transforming mental health treatment, announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2024 along with updates on its clinical pipeline. The company highlighted significant ...
TerrAscend Corp. Announces $10 Million Share Buyback Program
LOS ANGELES- TerrAscend Corp., a prominent North American cannabis company, has initiated a normal course issuer bid (NCIB) to repurchase up to $10 million of its common shares over the next 12 months. The program, ...
