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Cannabis Vape Pens Are Safer Than Joints, California NORML Study Finds
LOS ANGELES – California NORML has released results from what ...
LEEF Brands Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
VANCOUVER – LEEF Brands Inc. reported its strongest financial quarter ...
GTI Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
CHICAGO – Green Thumb Industries Inc. released its first-quarter 2026 ...
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 ...
BLAZE Launches Herbie AI Budtender for Cannabis E-Commerce
ANAHEIM – BLAZE, an AI-powered retail technology suite specifically designed for Cannabis dispensaries, delivery services, payments, and e-commerce has introduced Herbie AI Budtender – the virtual assistant providing personalized product guidance to customers shopping online. ...
Curaleaf Extends Automatic Share Disposition Plan
STAMFORD – Curaleaf Holdings Inc. disclosed that Peter Clateman, its Chief Legal Officer, has extended an existing automatic securities disposition plan (ASDP) to handle the exercise of stock options due to expire in July 2027 ...
Ascend Wellness Reports Q4 and FY 2025 Financial Results
NEW YORK – Ascend Wellness Holdings Inc. released its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 earnings, underscoring a calculated shift among MSOs toward operational and margin discipline in response to persistent industry challenges. The disclosure illustrates how ...
Village Farms Reports Q4 and FY 2025 Financial Results
VANCOUVER – Village Farms International, Inc. released earnings demonstrating a significant operational turnaround – the result of deliberate strategies focused on enhancing production efficiencies, expanding global export channels, and optimizing product mix in its Cannabis ...
TerrAscend Reports Q4 and FY 2025 Financial Results
TORONTO – In an industry still wrestling with persistent pricing compression, TerrAscend Corp. managed to hold the line on profitability while posting modest sequential growth in its latest quarter. The company released its financial results, ...
Michigan Cannabis Sales Hit $3.17B in 2025, First Annual Decline Since Legalization
LANSING – Michigan consumers purchased $3.17 billion in recreational Cannabis products in 2025, the Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) reported, marking the first year-over-year drop in total sales revenue since the state began adult-use retail operations ...
NECANN Returns to Boston as East Coast Cannabis Expansion Accelerates
NEW YORK- The East Coast Cannabis market continues to mature—and NECANN is positioning itself right at the center of that growth. On April 24–25, the 12th Annual New England Cannabis Convention returns to the Hynes ...
Latino Cannabis Alliance Forms to Unite Nationwide
JERSEY CITY, NJ — The Latino Cannabis Alliance (LCA) today announced its official launch as a national coalition of U.S.-based Latino cannabis advocacy leaders to meet the growing need for organized Latino representation in the ...
Deutsche Bank AG Initiates Coverage of AtaiBeckley
NEW YORK – Deutsche Bank AG has begun formal research coverage of AtaiBeckley Inc., the Nasdaq-listed biopharmaceutical company created from the merger of atai Life Sciences and Beckley Psytech. David Hoang, a senior equity research ...
Los Angeles County Targets Unlicensed Cannabis Dispensaries with “Deplatforming” Motion
LOS ANGELES- Los Angeles County has approved a new initiative aimed at reducing the visibility of unlicensed cannabis dispensaries on major online platforms such as Google and Yelp. The motion, introduced by Supervisor Lindsey Horvath ...
California Bans Hemp-Derived THC Products Amid Regulatory Concerns
LOS ANGELES- California has implemented a ban on hemp-derived THC products following the approval of emergency regulations proposed by Governor Gavin Newsom. Effective September 23, 2024, the new rules prohibit any hemp-based products containing detectable ...
New Bill Seeks to Regulate Hemp-Derived Cannabinoid Market
LOS ANGELES- Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) has introduced the Cannabinoid Safety and Regulation Act, a bill aimed at establishing a federal regulatory framework for hemp-derived cannabinoids. The proposed legislation would empower the Food and Drug ...
Psyence Biomed to Acquire Stake in PsyLabs for $1.1 Million
LOS ANGELES- Psyence Biomedical Ltd. announced its agreement to acquire an 11.13% stake in PsyLabs, a company specializing in psychedelic active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and extracts, in exchange for $1.1 million worth of common stock. ...
Weedmaps’ WM Technology Faces SEC Scrutiny Over Misleading Investor Reports
NEW YORK–WM Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAPS), best known for its cannabis-focused platform, Weedmaps, has found itself at the center of an SEC investigation over misleading user metrics. The California-based company recently agreed to pay a ...
Colorado’s Cannabis Market Faces Decline Amid National Expansion
LOS ANGELES- Colorado, once a leader in the legal cannabis market, is now grappling with declining sales and tax revenues. A report from the state's Legislative Council Staff attributes this downturn to market saturation, oversupply, ...
California’s New Hemp Regulations Raise Concerns for Industry and Consumers
LOS ANGELES- Governor Gavin Newsom has enacted emergency regulations in California, significantly impacting the hemp industry by banning hemp-derived THC products. This move, approved by the Office of Administrative Law and effective as of September ...
Allegations of Predatory Contracts Surface in Missouri’s Social Equity Cannabis Program
LOS ANGELES- Missouri’s social equity cannabis licensing program faces scrutiny amid allegations of predatory investor contracts. Designed to benefit disadvantaged individuals, the program has seen reports of investors using deceptive agreements to gain control of ...
Florida’s Amendment 3 Sets Record for Cannabis Legislation Funding
LOS ANGELES- Amendment 3, a measure to legalize recreational cannabis for adults 21 and over, is on Florida's ballot this November. The campaign, led by Smart & Safe Florida, has become the most expensive cannabis ...
Ontario Leads Canadian Cannabis Sales
LOS ANGELES- Canada's legal cannabis market continues to show strong performance, with sales exceeding $2.4 billion in the first half of 2024, according to data from Statistics Canada. The provinces driving these numbers were Ontario, ...
Georgia Pharmacy Defies Federal Ban, Sells Low-THC Cannabis Products
LOS ANGELES- A licensed pharmacy in Augusta, Georgia, has begun selling low-THC cannabis products, directly challenging federal regulations enforced by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Living Well Pharmacy, owned by Vic Johnson, is one ...
Critical Factors for Optimizing the Employee Lifecycle in Cannabis Businesses
LOS ANGELES — The cannabis industry is rapidly growing, fueled by increasing legalization and broader societal acceptance. With this growth comes a unique set of challenges, especially in the realm of human resources. For cannabis ...
Illinois Supreme Court: Cannabis Odor Alone Not Enough for Vehicle Search
LOS ANGELES- In a significant ruling, the Illinois Supreme Court declared on Thursday that the smell of burnt cannabis alone does not justify a warrantless vehicle search. The unanimous decision stems from a 2020 case ...
South Carolina AG Confirms Legality of Hemp-Derived THC Beverages
LOS ANGELES- South Carolina Solicitor General Robert D. Cook issued a legal opinion on Sept. 16, affirming that nonalcoholic beverages containing hemp-derived delta-9 THC are legal under the 2018 Farm Bill, provided they contain no ...
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 ...
