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Jushi Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
BOCA RATON – Jushi Holdings Inc. delivered a quarter of ...
ATACH Publishes Report on Updated Hemp Regulations
WASHINGTON – Federal lawmakers moved last year to shut down ...
Seed Junky Genetics Announces MINNTZ Return
LOS ANGELES – JBeezy, the founder of Seed Junky Genetics, ...
Vireo Growth Completes Schwazze Assets Acquisition
MINNEAPOLIS – In a move that instantly reshapes the competitive map in two key Cannabis states, Vireo Growth Inc. has completed its acquisition of major assets from Schwazze, gaining control of dozens of established dispensaries ...
Bipartisan Bill to Delay Hemp Ban Gains 36 Congressional Sponsors
WASHINGTON – Bipartisan legislation to postpone tightened federal rules on hemp products has now secured backing from 36 lawmakers across both chambers of Congress. The Hemp Planting Predictability Act would extend the effective date of ...
PharmaCann to Shut Down its Denver Cannabis Grow Facility
DENVER – Chicago-based PharmaCann Inc., one of the largest privately held and vertically integrated Cannabis companies in the United States, has notified Colorado officials that it will permanently [?] close its major cultivation site in ...
DOJ Urges SCOTUS to Ban Cannabis Consumers from Owning Guns
WASHINGTON, D.C. –The U.S. Department of Justice is strongly urging the Supreme Court to uphold a federal rule that bars Cannabis consumers from legally owning or purchasing firearms. In a brief filed with the Court, ...
GTI Reports Q4 and FY 2025 Financial Results
CHICAGO – Green Thumb Industries Inc. released its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 earnings, showing revenue growth that outpaced the prior period even as pricing pressures continued to squeeze profitability metrics across its operations. The Chicago-based ...
Psychedelic Alpha Released Q1 2026 Psychedelic Drug Development Bullseye Charts
LOS ANGELES – Psychedelic Alpha, the data-focused research and analysis group that monitors the psychedelics sector, published its latest Bullseye Charts showing the state of drug development programs as of the first quarter of 2026. ...
Opinion: The Timing Has Never Been Better for Industrial Hemp
LOS ANGELES- A few years ago, ‘sustainable’ was a buzzword. Using the word ‘sustainable’ in marketing messages was a clever way for a company or brand appear to be living in the now, without having ...
Tilray Medical Expands Australian Medical Cannabis Offerings
NEW YORK – Tilray Medical, an internal division of Tilray Brands Inc., one of the largest global suppliers of pharmaceutical-grade medical Cannabis operating in 20 countries across five continents, announced expansion of its medical Cannabis ...
Cannabis Distributors Kiva Sales & Service and Petalfast Sign Letter of Intent to Combine
OAKLAND – Kiva Sales & Service (KSS), a leading sales and distribution agency focused on California’s Cannabis market, signed a letter of intent to combine operations with Petalfast, a national platform known for sales, distribution ...
New York Senate Health Committee Advances Bill for Out-of-State Medical Cannabis Access
ALBANY – The New York State Senate Health Committee approved legislation that would recognize medical Cannabis certifications from other states, granting those patients access to New York dispensaries under specific conditions. The measure, Senate Bill ...
The High Stakes of Cutting Corners in Regulatory Employee Compliance
LOS ANGELES — In the cannabis industry, regulatory compliance is not a mere formality, but it’s a vital safeguard against financial losses, legal challenges, and operational disruptions. An often overlooked yet incredibly high-stakes area of ...
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Legalize Recreational Cannabis
LOS ANGELES- A bipartisan group of Pennsylvania lawmakers introduced a bill last week to legalize recreational cannabis for adults. The legislation, known as House Bill 2500, was sponsored by Republican Rep. Aaron Kaufer and Democratic ...
Psyence Biomed Advances Clinical Trials in Psilocybin for Mental Health Treatments
LOS ANGELES- Psyence Biomedical Ltd. a life science biotechnology company focused on natural psychedelics for mental health, has issued updates on its progress in clinical research and corporate development. The company is leading efforts to ...
COMPASS Pathways Receives Analyst Ratings
LOS ANGELES- COMPASS Pathways, a company specializing in mental health treatments, has garnered significant attention in recent market reports due to favorable analyst ratings and its stock performance. Several brokerages have maintained a consensus "Buy" ...
Verano Holdings to Participate in Key Investor Conferences
LOS ANGELES- Verano Holdings Corp. U.S. multi-state cannabis company, has announced its participation in two significant industry conferences. The company’s executives will engage with investors and industry leaders to discuss important market developments and future ...
High Tide Inc. Reports Revenue and Profitability in Q3 2024
LOS ANGELES- High Tide Inc. reported strong financial results for the third fiscal quarter of 2024, with record revenue of $131.7 million, reflecting a 6% increase year-over-year and sequentially. This revenue growth underscores the company's ...
MediPharm Labs Achieves Debt-Free Status with $2.1M Repayment
LOS ANGELES- MediPharm Labs Corp., a pharmaceutical company specializing in cannabis-based health products, has announced the repayment of its remaining $2.1 million convertible debt, making the company materially debt-free. With over $13 million in cash ...
Silo Pharma Advances Regulatory Path for PTSD Treatment SPC-15
LOS ANGELES- Silo Pharma, Inc. a developmental stage biopharmaceutical company, has submitted a proposal for FDA approval of its PTSD treatment, SPC-15, through the 505(b)(2) regulatory pathway. This pathway is designed to shorten clinical timelines ...
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 ...
Emerald Cup 2024: Behind the Scenes at a Celebration of Cannabis Culture in Oakland
OAKLAND — Last month, the Emerald Cup 2024, a premier event in the cannabis community, took place at the historic Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center in Oakland. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, this iconic event honors ...
Urbana Breathes New Life into Historic Luka’s Taproom with a New Cannabis Dispensary and Lounge in Oakland
Honoring a Beloved Oakland Landmark, Urbana Introduces a New Paradigm in Cannabis Retail and Consumption OAKLAND, CA – Urbana, one of Northern California’s premier cannabis brands, is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest ...
Michigan Cannabis Sales Hit Record $295.4 Million in August
LOS ANGELES- Michigan's cannabis industry set a new monthly sales record in August, with licensed dispensaries generating $295.4 million in revenue, according to the state's Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA). This figure includes $294.1 million from ...
Nixon’s Secret Recordings: A Shift in Private Views on Cannabis
LOS ANGELES- Recently uncovered White House recordings from 1973 reveal that President Richard Nixon privately acknowledged that cannabis was "not particularly dangerous," a stance at odds with his administration's aggressive drug policies. The recordings, discovered ...
FDA Consideration of Psilocybin Therapy Could Impact Millions of Depression Patients
LOS ANGELES- Recent research suggests that the active ingredient in psychedelic mushrooms, psilocybin, may offer significant benefits for individuals struggling with depression, pending approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). With roughly one ...
California Governor Proposes Emergency Ban on THC in Hemp Products
LOS ANGELES- California Governor Gavin Newsom announced emergency regulations on Friday that would prohibit the sale of hemp products containing detectable levels of THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis. The move aims to address concerns ...
Medical Cannabis in Germany: A Gateway for Investment and Innovation
The investment climate in Germany's medical cannabis industry is poised for significant expansion, driven by the global cannabis legalization movement, ongoing regulatory changes, and mounting community and market demand. As the country embraces a more ...
MindMed to Present at Key September Investor Conferences
LOS ANGELES- Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel treatments for brain health disorders, announced its participation in three significant investor conferences in September 2024. MindMed’s management team will engage ...
Green Thumb Secures $150 Million Syndicated Credit Facility
LOS ANGELES- Green Thumb Industries Inc, a national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and owner of RISE Dispensaries, has announced the closing of a $150 million 5-year syndicated credit facility. The financing, led by Valley ...
Luxury Cannabis Market Expands with High-End Dispensaries
LOS ANGELES- The cannabis industry is shifting its focus towards luxury consumers, with a growing number of high-end dispensaries opening in upscale areas like Fifth Avenue in New York City and the Hamptons. This new ...
Cannabis Sector Volatility Deepens After DEA Rescheduling Delay
LOS ANGELES- The cannabis industry faced heightened volatility as the MSOS ETF (NYSE: MSOS), which tracks U.S. cannabis companies, dropped by 15.24% following the DEA’s decision to delay rescheduling cannabis until December 2. The market ...
Wiesbaden Seeks to Join Cannabis Sales Pilot in Pharmacies
GERMANY- Wiesbaden, the capital of Hesse, Germany, has officially applied to participate in a pilot project for cannabis sales through pharmacies. The initiative aims to study the impact of a regulated cannabis market on reducing ...
California Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Pesticide Use in Hemp Industry
LOS ANGELES- California regulators have intensified efforts to address illegal pesticide use in the hemp industry, underscored by a recent case involving Northern California hemp grower Bin Zheng. The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) ...
Trump Weighs In on Florida Cannabis Legalization Ballot Measure
LOS ANGELES- Former President Donald Trump recently shared his thoughts on Florida's Amendment 3, a ballot measure that would legalize cannabis for adults 21 and over. In a post on Truth Social, Trump signaled tentative ...
Kentucky Receives Nearly 5,000 Applications for Medical Cannabis Business Licenses
LOS ANGELES- Kentucky officials have received 4,998 applications for medical cannabis business licenses as part of the state's newly established medical cannabis program, Gov. Andy Beshear announced. The majority of applications (4,076) were for dispensary ...
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 ...
