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President Trump Signs EO to Accelerate Psychedelic Research and Access
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing ...
Vapes Outsell Flower in California Cannabis as Gen Z Drives Change, Again
SAN FRANCISCO – Vape pens have overtaken traditional flower as ...
Colorado Lawmakers Weigh Options for Cannabis Tax Bump
DENVER – Colorado legislators have introduced a bill that would ...
Czech Republic Rolls Out Limited Cannabis Reforms, Allowing Home Growing and Possession Caps
PRAGUE – The Czech Republic ushered in the new year with measured changes to its Cannabis policies, legalizing personal cultivation and setting clear possession thresholds for adults. Under the reforms signed into law by President ...
Verano Expands Medical Cannabis Footprint in West Virginia
CHICAGO – Verano Holdings Corp. has launched its sixth medical Cannabis outlet in West Virginia, targeting the heart of the state's capital to reach more patients in a market that continues to draw steady but ...
Bipartisan Poll Signals Growing Momentum for Federal Legalization
LOS ANGELES – A fresh survey of registered voters reveals that a slim majority of Americans now favor legalizing Cannabis at the federal level, with notable crossover appeal among Republicans following President Donald Trump's recent ...
Alcohol Giants Intensify Capitol Hill Push on Hemp THC Drinks
WASHINGTON – Major players in the beer, wine, and spirits sectors disclosed a sharp increase in federal lobbying during the third quarter of 2025, zeroing in on regulations for hemp-derived THC beverages that some executives ...
Pre-Rolls Claim Top Spot in Canadian Cannabis Sales, Signal Shift Across the US
LOS ANGELES – Pre-rolled Cannabis joints have quietly moved ahead of loose flower to become the leading product in Canada's $5.8 billion 2024 legal market, a milestone that underscores a broader turn toward convenience in ...
LinkedIn Research Study: People Don’t Trust What You Say — They Trust What Others Say About You
LOS ANGELES- According to LinkedIn’s 2025 B2B Marketing Benchmark, video is now the #1 driver of trust — outperforming every other content format for credibility and conversion. The study shows that brands using video and ...
What’s Changing Now for Cannabis Operators: Lessons from Anaheim’s IgniteIt 2025
LOS ANGELES- The cannabis industry has always been about resilience, reinvention, and relentless adaptation. At this year’s IgniteIt Market Spotlight: California (formerly the Benzinga Cannabis Conference) in Anaheim, that message was louder than ever. The ...
Atai Gains Nasdaq Biotechnology Index Spot
NEW YORK – AtaiBeckley N.V., the clinical-stage biopharmaceutical firm born from the November merger of atai Life Sciences and Beckley Psytech, has secured a place in the Nasdaq Biotechnology Index (NBI), a move that underscores ...
Vireo Growth Acquires Eaze, Expands into California and Florida
MINNEAPOLIS – Vireo Growth Inc. announced a definitive agreement to acquire Eaze Inc. in a stock-based transaction valued at $47 million upfront, marking the company's first push into the competitive California and Florida markets. The ...
Massachusetts Cannabis Rollback Gains Legislative Traction
BOSTON – State election officials have validated more than 78,000 signatures for a measure that would dismantle the commercial side of Massachusetts' recreational Cannabis industry, thrusting the issue back into legislative hands just as the ...
The Growing Green Wave: Cannabis Industry Emerges in Europe, Paving the Way for New Players
NICE, France-As European countries increasingly seek to legalize cannabis, companies from across the globe are eyeing opportunities in the budding market. Calls to legalize cannabis are mounting across Europe, as a growing number of countries ...
The Growing Green Wave: Cannabis Industry Emerges in Europe, Paving the Way for New Players
NICE, France-As European countries increasingly seek to legalize cannabis, companies from across the globe are eyeing opportunities in the budding market. Calls to legalize cannabis are mounting across Europe, as a growing number of countries ...
New York Lawmakers Greenlight Cannabis Sales to Tribal Nations, Aiding Retail Rollout
NEW YORK- In a significant development for New York's cannabis industry, lawmakers have approved a bill that permits licensed cannabis farmers to sell their products to tribal nations with established cannabis markets. This move comes ...
Cannabis Industry Giant Glass House Faces Lawsuit Alleging Illicit Market Activities
LOS ANGELES-- In a daring move that has caught the attention of the cannabis industry, Catalyst Cannabis Co.'s CEO, Elliot Lewis, has taken legal action against Glass House Brands, one of California's leading cannabis mega-growers. ...
Aurora Cannabis Inc. Reports Adjusted EBITDA in Q3 2023
LOS ANGELES-- Aurora Cannabis Inc., a Canadian cannabis company released its financial and operational results for the third quarter and fiscal year 2023, demonstrating positive momentum and a commitment to financial discipline. The company's ongoing ...
C21 Investments Inc. Files Audited Financial Statements for Fiscal Year 2023, Reports Revenue Decline and Positive Net Income
LOS ANGELES-- C21 Investments Inc. announced the filing of its audited financial statements and management discussion and analysis for its fiscal year ended January 31, 2023. The financial statements, prepared in accordance with U.S. Generally ...
Humble & Fume Inc. Successfully Closes Non-Brokered Private Placement
TORONTO— Humble & Fume Inc. a distributor of cannabis and cannabis accessories in North America, has announced the successful closing of its non-brokered private placement of convertible debenture units. The offering, which was previously announced ...
IM Cannabis Corp. Achieves Compliance with Nasdaq Listing Standards
TEL AVIV — IM Cannabis Corp. a medical cannabis company operating in Israel and Germany, announced today that it has received formal notice from The Nasdaq Stock Market, LLC ("Nasdaq") confirming the company's compliance with ...
Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee Considers Resolution Urging Federal Descheduling of Cannabis
LOS ANGELES -- The Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee is currently examining a resolution that urges the federal government to remove cannabis from the list of controlled substances. The resolution highlights that 38 U.S. states and ...
Nevada Lawmakers Pass Cannabis Reform Bill, Awaits Governor’s Signature
LOS ANGELES-- Nevada lawmakers have granted final approval to a comprehensive cannabis reform bill that introduces several significant changes to the state's cannabis industry. Senate Bill 277, as reported by Forbes, encompasses the following ...
USDA Acknowledges Hemp’s Significance by Adding It to Agricultural Technical Advisory Committee Title
LOS ANGELES-- The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has made a noteworthy move that underscores the recognition of hemp as a valuable commodity. The agency will include hemp in the title of one of its ...
San Francisco Board of Supervisors Implements Three-Year Moratorium on New Cannabis Businesses
SAN FRANCISCO-- In a unanimous decision, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors voted to impose a three-year ban on new cannabis businesses, aiming to address concerns of oversaturation and competition from the illicit market. The ...
Senate Committee Considers Cannabis Banking Reform Legislation Amidst Competing Priorities
WASHINGTON — A crucial piece of legislation concerning cannabis banking reform may finally be gaining traction in the U.S. Senate, according to statements made by a prominent Democratic senator. The SAFE Banking Act, which aims ...
TerrAscend Corp. Sells Mississauga Head Office Below Asking Price Amidst Canadian Cannabis Industry Trends
LOS ANGELES-- TerrAscend Corp. a North American cannabis operator, recently finalized the sale of its head office in Mississauga for 19.7 million Canadian dollars ($15 million). The transaction, however, fell short of the initial asking ...
California Cannabis Industry Tackles Unpaid Invoices with Credit Association
LOS ANGELES-- In an effort to address the issue of unpaid invoices and bring financial stability to the supply chain, a group of California distributors and brands, representing over half of the state's wholesale B2B ...
Federal House Proposal Aims to Enhance Cannabis Research at U.S. Universities, Eliminating Barriers
WASHINGTON— In a bid to bolster cannabis research and pave the way for scientific advancements, a House bill was introduced on Tuesday with the aim of promoting cannabis research at universities while dismantling existing federal ...
FDA Regulation of CBD: Bipartisan Measures Introduced in the House
LOS ANGELES-- In response to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) call for congressional regulation of cannabidiol (CBD), two bipartisan measures have been reintroduced in the House of Representatives by U.S. Reps. Morgan Griffith ...
Canopy Growth Corporation Expands to Quebec’s Cannabis Market
LOS ANGELES-- Canopy Growth Corporation has announced its expanded to deliverin cannabis products sourced from Quebec for consumers in the province. The company has forged a partnership with VASCO Cannabis Inc., a renowned Quebec-based cannabis ...
Red White & Bloom Brands Plans Share-Exchange Acquisition of Aleafia Health
LOS ANGELES-- Multistate operator Red White & Bloom Brands (RWB) has announced its intention to acquire financially troubled Canadian cannabis operator Aleafia Health in a share-exchange agreement. The proposed deal comes shortly after Aleafia announced ...
Cannabis Capital Raises Experience Multiyear Low as Investment Focus Shifts
LOS ANGELES-- The cannabis industry is witnessing a decline in capital raises, reaching a multiyear low despite ongoing challenges in California and criticism of the New York adult-use market launch. Surprisingly, investor money continues to ...
10 Top Tips for Investing in Cannabis Stocks: Exploring Opportunities in the Emerging Industry
LOS ANGELES -The rapidly growing cannabis industry presents exciting prospects for investors seeking new avenues of growth. However, to capitalize on these opportunities, it's crucial to approach the market with a strategic mindset and an ...
Fire & Flower Holdings Seeks Creditor Protection Following Mounting Losses
TORONTO-- Fire & Flower Holdings Corp. and its subsidiaries have taken a significant step in response to their financial struggles, as they have been granted an initial order for creditor protection by the Ontario Superior ...
C21 Investments Faces Securities Commission Cease Trade Order Amidst Financial Statement Delay
LOS ANGELES-- C21 Investments Inc., a prominent vertically integrated company operating in the cannabis sector, has encountered a significant setback as the British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) issued a Cease Trade Order against the company's ...
New York Extends Cannabis Licenses to Boost Adult-Use Market
NEW YORK-- New York Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed a bill that extends the licenses of cannabis cultivators and processors in an effort to expedite the establishment of the state's adult-use market. As state regulators ...
Canopy Growth Corp. Faces Delisting from S&P/TSX Composite Index
LOS ANGELES-- Canopy Growth Corp., a Canadian cannabis company, is set to be removed from the S&P/TSX Composite Index, a key market benchmark similar to the S&P 500 in the United States. The decision, announced ...
