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Psilocybin Shows Promise for Those Ready to Break Free from Nicotine
BALTIMORE – Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have published findings ...
Hall of Flowers Relocates Northern California Event to Sacramento
LOS ANGELES – After eight years in Santa Rosa, the ...
From Survival to Execution: Hall of Flowers Ventura Reflects an Evolving Cannabis Industry
LOS ANGELES- Hall of Flowers Ventura continues to set the standard for what a modern Cannabis industry event should look and feel like—focused, curated, and highly effective. Hall of Flowers Ventura this past March 18 ...
Updated: Europe’s Cannabis Business Events 2026
BERLIN- Europe’s Cannabis market is moving from theory to execution. And the clearest signal is the event calendar. From Berlin to London to Prague, the sequence of events tells a story—not just of geography, but ...
Prohibition Partners Releases Global Medical Cannabis Market Review 2026
LONDON – With medical Cannabis exports increasingly concentrated among a small number of large-scale producers and patient markets advancing at different rates depending on local rules and access models, Prohibition Partners has released its Global ...
Cresco Labs Reports Q4 and Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results
CHICAGO – Cresco Labs Inc. released its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 earnings, showing revenue of $162 million for the final three months and a focus on cash flow amid industry pressures. The company generated $656 ...
Alabama Gears Up for Medical Cannabis Launch in April
MONTGOMERY – After years of legal hurdles and regulatory delays, Alabama's medical Cannabis program appears on track for an April start, with dispensaries poised to open doors to qualified patients. The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission ...
Aurora Ditches Adult-Use Cannabis Market for Medical Focus
EDMONTON – Aurora Cannabis Inc. has completed its transition away from Canada's adult-use market to concentrate fully on medical Cannabis, targeting more profitable regulated opportunities overseas. Chief Financial Officer Simona King revealed the strategy during ...
Connecticut Lawmakers Expand Psychedelics Access
HARTFORD – Connecticut's Joint Committee on Public Health approved a bill that broadens the state's pilot program for psychedelic-assisted therapy, opening it to adults beyond just veterans and first responders. The measure, Senate Bill 191, ...
Cheech and Chong Ink Distribution Deal with Breakthru
LOS ANGELES – Cheech and Chong’s Global Holding Company has entered a strategic partnership with Breakthru Beverage Group to bring its line of hemp-derived THC drinks to a much broader audience across key U.S. markets. ...
C-Stores Press Ahead with Hemp-Derived Products as Regulations Tighten
LOS ANGELES – Major convenience store operators keep stocking hemp-derived THC beverages and related items on shelves in states where sales remain legal, even as a federal overhaul set to take effect in November 2026 ...
Auxly Reports Q4 and FY 2025 Financial Results
TORONTO – In the Canadian Cannabis industry that continues to reward discipline and brand strength, Auxly Cannabis Group Inc., known for its focus on consumer-packaged goods and leading brands, has posted solid results for the ...
Canopy Growth Experiences Decline in Short Interest Amid Market Activity
LOS ANGELES- Canopy Growth Co. saw a significant decrease in short interest in June. As of June 30, short interest totaled 8,730,000 shares, a 20.7% decline from 11,010,000 shares on June 15. With an average ...
Snoop Dogg Launches First Licensed Cannabis Dispensary and Product Line
LOS ANGELES- Snoop Dogg has launched his first licensed cannabis dispensary, S.W.E.D., and an exclusive product line under the Death Row Cannabis brand. The shop, located near LAX airport in Los Angeles, opened on July ...
GOP-Led House Committee Approves Spending Bill Blocking Cannabis Rescheduling
LOS ANGELES- A key Republican-led House committee has approved a large-scale spending bill that would block the Justice Department from rescheduling cannabis. Additionally, the bill amends a longstanding rider protecting medical cannabis states from federal ...
Critics Slam Thai Government’s Approach to Cannabis
LOS ANGELES- Critics have strongly opposed the Thai government's plan to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic, arguing that it will harm businesses involved in cannabis-based products and undermine investor confidence in the country. On July ...
NHS Reimburses Cannabis for Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting
NEW YORK- The National Health Service (NHS) England has reimbursed a patient for the cost of medicinal cannabis flowers to manage chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV). Michael Roberts, diagnosed with rectosigmoid adenocarcinoma and lung metastases, ...
Constellation Brands: Analysts Maintain Ratings
LOS ANGELES- On Monday, Argus reaffirmed its Buy rating on shares of Constellation Brands, maintaining a price target of $306.00. Argus notes the stock's value, currently trading at 18 times the firm's fiscal year 2025 ...
Canopy Growth Corporation Stock Performance and Upcoming Earnings Report
LOS ANGELES- In the latest market close, Canopy Growth Corporation (CGC) reached $6.50, marking a +0.31% increase compared to the previous day. This performance was below the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.55%. Meanwhile, the ...
Aurora Cannabis Submits Regular SEC Filing and Reports
LOS ANGELES- Aurora Cannabis Inc. a the medicinal chemicals and botanical products industry, has filed a Form 6-K report with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for July. The Edmonton, Alberta-based company submitted this ...
Medical Cannabis Industry Demonstrates Strong Economic Contributions and Market Trends
LOS ANGELES- The medical cannabis landscape continues to evolve, demonstrating significant economic contributions and offering vital insights into market trends. In 2024, data from licensed dispensaries and cultivation centers highlight robust retail and wholesale activities, ...
Senate Appropriations Committee Approves VA Doctors’ Cannabis Recommendation Amendment
LOS ANGELES- The Senate Appropriations Committee has passed a measure allowing U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) doctors to discuss and recommend medical cannabis to patients residing in states where it is legal. This amendment, ...
Arrogance in Business: A Cautionary Tale from Nokia’s Fall
NEW YORK--In the dynamic world of business, arrogance often precedes downfall. This truth is vividly illustrated in the rise and fall of Nokia, once a titan in the mobile phone industry. Years ago, during a ...
House Appropriations Committee Blocks Cannabis Rescheduling Efforts
LOS ANGELES- The House Appropriations Committee approved legislation on Tuesday that impedes the Biden administration's initiative to reschedule cannabis and relax federal restrictions. The Republican-led panel endorsed an amendment to a funding bill that prevents ...
Nebraska Advocates Submit Over 114,000 Signatures for Medical Cannabis Campaign
LOS ANGELES- Nebraska cannabis advocates have turned in more than 114,000 signatures for their petition to legalize medical cannabis in the state, according to the Nebraska Examiner. The campaign, led by Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana, ...
Stockton University to Offer New Undergraduate Degree in Cannabis Studies
LOS ANGELES- Stockton University in New Jersey is set to become the first school in the state to offer an undergraduate degree in cannabis studies. The Bachelor of Science in Hemp and Cannabis Business Management ...
Thailand’s Cannabis Advocates Rally Against Proposed Recreational Use Ban
BANGKOK — Two years after cannabis was decriminalized in Thailand, nearly a hundred advocates marched to the prime minister’s office on Monday to protest a possible ban on general use. This comes after the health ...
Arkansas Advocates Submit Over 111,000 Signatures for Medical Cannabis Expansion Initiative
LOS ANGELES- Arkansas advocates have submitted more than 111,000 signatures to support a ballot initiative aimed at significantly expanding the state's medical cannabis program. This initiative includes provisions to eliminate application fees for patients and ...
First Year of Legal Cannabis Sales Brings $1.1 Billion to Maryland
LOS ANGELES- Maryland's combined medical and adult-use retail cannabis sales have exceeded $1.1 billion in the first 12 months following legalization, Governor Wes Moore announced Wednesday. According to the Maryland Cannabis Administration, monthly retail sales ...
Florida Poll Shows Strong Support for Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization
LOS ANGELES- A new poll indicates that Florida’s constitutional amendment for the legalization of adult-use cannabis has garnered support from 64% of voters, surpassing the 60% threshold required for passage, as reported by Florida Politics. ...
Silo Pharma Secures Exclusive License for PTSD Treatment Development
LOS ANGELES- Silo Pharma, Inc. a developmental stage biopharmaceutical company, has announced an exclusive global license agreement with Columbia University to develop, manufacture, and commercialize its lead drug candidate, SPC-15. This intranasal treatment targets stress-induced ...
Minnesota Brewery Offers Hemp-Infused THC Drinks on Tap
LOS ANGELES- Minneapolis-based Headflyer Brewing has begun offering hemp-derived, THC-infused beverages on tap under a new state regulation that took effect July 1. Hemp-Infused THC Drinks Now Available On Tap Headflyer Brewing in northeast Minneapolis ...
Announcing: NEW Show on Highly Capitalized: ‘Inside Retail with Marty Higgins’: Insightful Conversations Exploring Cannabis Retail
LOS ANGELES — Introducing 'Inside Retail with Marty Higgins', a groundbreaking new show premiering exclusively on HighlyCapitalized.com. Set to air fortnightly, this panel series dives deep into the dynamic world of cannabis retail, featuring insights ...
Thai Cannabis Advocates Protest Potential Ban
BANGKOK — Nearly a hundred cannabis advocates marched to the Thai prime minister's office on Monday to protest a potential ban on general cannabis use, two years after its decriminalization. The protest followed a decision ...
Florida Voters to Decide on Amendment 3 for Recreational Cannabis Legalization
LOS ANGELES- Voters in Florida are approaching a pivotal decision on Amendment 3, which proposes to legalize recreational cannabis. Multiple polls indicate strong support for the amendment, suggesting it is likely to pass. Amendment 3 ...
Arkansas Groups Submit Signatures for Cannabis and Casino Proposals
LOS ANGELES- Supporters of proposals to expand Arkansas' medical cannabis program and repeal a casino license have submitted thousands of signatures to get their measures on the November ballot. Initiative organizers, including efforts to modify ...
Delaware Governor to Decide on Pathway for Medical Cannabis Companies to Enter Adult-Use Market
LOS ANGELES- Delaware Governor John Carney, who previously opposed adult-use cannabis legalization, now faces the decision of whether to allow the state’s medical cannabis companies to transition into the forthcoming adult-use market. The General Assembly ...
