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Ascend Wellness Reports Q2 2026 Financial Results
NEW YORK – Ascend Wellness Holdings Inc. reported its Q2 ...
Aurora Cannabis Reports FY and Fiscal Q4 2026 Financial Results
EDMONTON – Aurora Cannabis Inc. reported its financial and operational ...
Optimi Ships Psilocybin to the UK for Phase 2 Trial
VANCOUVER – Optimi Health Corp. announced it has completed its ...
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 ...
Distressed Assets Are Reshaping Cannabis M&A
LOS ANGELES- Distressed assets are now driving the next phase of Cannabis M&A. What appears on the surface to be a slowdown in deal activity is, in reality, a shift in how transactions are being ...
Charlotte Figi Day: The Enduring Legacy of a Girl Who Sparked a Revolution in Cannabis
LOS ANGELES – Every year on April 7, Colorado officially observes Charlotte Figi Day, a day set aside by proclamation of Governor Jared Polis to honor a remarkable young girl whose courage, suffering, and breakthrough ...
Opinion: The Hemp Industry Has Finally Split Into Two Lanes
LOS ANGELES- The word “hemp” can mean five different things depending on who is talking, that era is finally ending. The industry didn’t get simpler, federal policy is forcing it to. It’s something I have ...
Innovative Industrial Properties Reports Q4 FY2025 Financial Results
SAN DIEGO – Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc., the real estate investment trust specializing in properties leased to Cannabis operators, reported its fourth-quarter and full-year results for the period ended December 31, 2025. For the full ...
LRS Publishes First Cannabis Industry Retirement Report
SEATTLE – The Cannabis industry has taken a notable step toward standardizing employee benefits with the release of its first dedicated retirement report, shedding light on a benefit long limited by federal restrictions. Leading Retirement ...
Gotham NYC Launches Accelerator for Black-Owned Cannabis Brands
NEW YORK – Gotham NYC, the city's first Cannabis concept store known for blending retail with art, design and culture, has rolled out a new business accelerator aimed at supporting growth-stage Cannabis consumer-product companies owned ...
Minnesota OCM Opens New Window for Hemp Edible Licenses
ST. PAUL – The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) began accepting applications again on April 1 for three types of lower-potency hemp edible (LPHE) business licenses: retailer, manufacturer and wholesaler. OCM Executive Director Eric ...
Stündenglass Partners with Be$os for Culture-Driven Collaboration
LOS ANGELES – Stündenglass, known for its gravity-powered infusion technology, has joined forces with Be$os, a Latino-rooted Cannabis lifestyle brand, centered on shared cultural values and heritage. The alliance pairs Be$os’ focus on Latino identity ...
Global Cannabis Packaging Market Size to Reach $12.8B by 2035, FMI Forecasts
LOS ANGELES – As legalization advances worldwide, Cannabis packaging has become a strategic priority. From rigid, child-resistant designs leading in North America to compliant, sustainable solutions gaining traction in Europe, Asia, and Latin America, this ...
Oklahoma Supreme Court Sidesteps Lawsuit on Escalated Cannabis Business Licensing Fees
OKLAHOMA CITY- In a significant development, the Oklahoma Supreme Court has decided not to hear a lawsuit challenging the hike in medical cannabis business fees, maintaining that the fees instituted by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana ...
Cannabis Stocks Surge Amidst Favorable Regulatory Signals
NEW YORK, NY–In recent days, cannabis stocks have been on an upward trajectory, buoyed by positive regulatory developments. This rally has sparked optimism among investors, particularly in the Canadian Licensed Producers (LPs) and U.S. Multistate ...
Canopy Growth Foresees Strengthened Financial Position with $50 Million Private Placement
LOS ANGELES– In a significant move underscoring its commitment to fortifying its financial foothold, Canopy Growth Corporation, a player in the North American cannabis and consumer packaged goods sector, announced on Monday its entry into ...
COMPASS Pathways Secures $285 Million in Funding to Propel Psychedelic Research for Mental Health
LOS ANGELES- COMPASS Pathways, a biotechnology company at the forefront of mental health innovation, recently secured $285 million in private financing to further its research into the potential benefits of psychedelic medicines. The infusion of ...
Columbia Care Advances Financial Strategy with $25 Million Private Placement
NEW YORK - Columbia Care Inc., a cultivator, manufacturer, and retailer of cannabis products in the U.S, has embarked on the next stage of its strategy to enhance its balance sheet, commencing with a private ...
Curaleaf Employees in Phoenix Stage Strike Demanding Fair Contract Negotiations
PHOENIX- Employees at a Curaleaf Holdings Inc. dispensary in Phoenix took a bold step last Friday, initiating a strike aimed at pushing the company's executives to actively engage in contract negotiations. This marks a historic ...
Chicago City Council Ponders Restrictions on Sale of Hemp-Derived THC Products
CHICAGO CITY- In a bid to address what is being termed as "a public health crisis" related to the unregulated sale of hemp-derived products containing THC variants like delta-8, delta-10, and THC-O, the Chicago City ...
Florida’s Cannabis Industry Flourishes Amid Market Fluctuations and Prospective Mergers
LOS ANGELES-- Florida's burgeoning medical cannabis industry, already valued at over $1.4 billion, is witnessing a period of robust growth, driven not only by an increasing number of patient registrations but also by an expansion ...
Oklahoma’s New Tiered Fee Structure for Cannabis Operators Faces Legal Challenge
OKLAHOMA CITY- In the unfolding legal landscape surrounding the medical cannabis industry in Oklahoma, the state Supreme Court has recently opted not to hear a challenge to a new law that significantly alters the fee ...
New Horizon in Federal Drug Policy: Anticipated Rescheduling of Cannabis May Herald Transformative Changes
LOS ANGELES --In a move signaling potential transformative shifts in federal drug policy, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has urged the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to revisit the categorization of cannabis under ...
Senate Bill 58 Holds the Potential to Usher in a New Era of Psychedelic Medicine and Policy Reform
LOS ANGELES-- In a historic maneuver that might change the trajectory of mental health treatment and drug policy in the Golden State, California inches closer to embracing the potential therapeutic benefits of psychedelics. Spearheaded by ...
Revitalization of Cannabis Industry through Amsterdam-Style Social Cafes
LOS ANGELES- In an effort to revitalize the state's cannabis industry and bolster tourism in dormant urban areas, California assemblymember Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) has introduced legislation that may potentially reshape the existing cannabis marketplace. ...
New York to Jumpstart Cannabis Industry with New Licensing Regulations Starting October 4
NEW YORK- In a move to revitalize the cannabis industry in New York, the state has announced plans to commence the acceptance of cannabis industry applications from the general public and current medical cannabis companies ...
Virginia’s New THC Limits on Hemp Products Face Federal Lawsuit Amid Concerns of Industry Setback
LOS ANGELES-- In a recent development that underscores the ongoing debates surrounding the regulation of hemp products, a federal lawsuit has been filed against the state of Virginia, challenging the newly instituted THC limits on ...
California on the Verge of a Psychedelic Paradigm Shift: Senate Bill 58 Awaits Governor’s Decision
LOS ANGELES- In a move that signals a potential paradigm shift in drug policy and mental health treatment, California stands on the cusp of decriminalizing several psychedelic substances, thanks to the persistent efforts of Senator ...
Maine’s Recreational Cannabis Sector Flourishes
LOS ANGELES- In the state of Maine, the burgeoning adult-use cannabis sector is witnessing a significant uptick in sales, reaching a pinnacle in August with revenues exceeding $21 million, as per data released by the ...
Anticipating the Green Rush: New York Sets the Stage for Cannabis Expansion
NEW YORK - In a pivotal move, the New York Cannabis Control Board has greenlit a comprehensive set of regulations that lays the foundation for a significant expansion of the Empire State's burgeoning cannabis industry. ...
Verano Challenges Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission Over Revoked Business License
LOS ANGELES- Verano, a player in the cannabis industry, has launched a legal battle against the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission, following the revocation of its business license due to a discrepancy in the application score ...
Senator Sherrod Brown Foresees Progress on Cannabis Banking Reform Amid Political Uncertainties
LOS ANGELES-- In a recent interview with Punchbowl News on Monday, US Senator Sherrod Brown, a Democrat and the Chair of the Senate Banking Committee, expressed optimism regarding the forward movement of cannabis banking reform, ...
UK Home Affairs Committee Advocates for Expanded Access to Medical Cannabis Products through NHS
LOS ANGELES-- In a recent development, the United Kingdom's Home Affairs Committee has urged the government to broaden the accessibility of unlicensed cannabis-based products for medical use through the National Health Service (NHS) before the ...
Michigan’s Cannabis Market Holds Steady: A Glimpse into the State’s Flourishing Industry
LOS ANGELES-- In a recent report from the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency, the state's cannabis market demonstrated a robust performance, maintaining a steady pace in sales throughout August. According to the data, sales in August ...
Analysis: One of Three Cannabis Stocks Stands Out Amid Market Volatility
NEW YORK, NY–In a whirlwind morning of trading, cannabis investors found themselves on a roller-coaster ride, with shares of prominent cannabis companies Tilray Brands, Canopy Growth, and Aurora Cannabis experiencing significant price fluctuations in just ...
FARRIS FORWARD: Navigating the Volatile Waters of the Cannabis Industry: A Guide for Operators
FARRIS FORWARD: Welcome to Farris Forward, a new series of articles curated by Jon Farris and distributed by Highly Capitalized. The series highlights the insights and strategies being deployed by industry insiders and experts, offering ...
The Cannabis Debate in Texas: A Clash of Economic Potential and Cultural Values
DALLAS -In the midst of a shifting national perspective on cannabis legalization, Texas finds itself at a pivotal juncture, where economic prospects are being meticulously weighed against deeply entrenched cultural values and public safety concerns. ...
Local Initiatives Pave the Way for Potential Statewide Cannabis Decriminalization in Texas
DALLAS- In the heart of Texas, a state steeped in a tradition of independence and self-reliance, a grassroots movement is taking shape that could potentially alter the legal landscape surrounding cannabis possession and use. Several ...
