Consumer Research
Vlasic Labs CBD Products Qualify for CMS Medicare Pilot Program
BLOOMFIELD HILLS – Vlasic Labs announced that its cannabidiol product ...
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 ...
Dutchie Launches Round Up the Change for Cannabis Justice
BOSTON – Dutchie, the Cannabis e-commerce and point-of-sale platform, has rolled out Round Up the Change, a straightforward new feature that lets customers turn pocket change into support for Cannabis justice reform and legalization. The ...
Gelato Cannabis Unifies Multi-State Structure
SAN DIEGO – Gelato Cannabis announced that it has completed the acquisition of its California operations, integrating them under a single ownership and leadership framework that now spans California, Michigan, and Arizona. The move brings ...
Aurora Cannabis Reports Q3 FY 2026 Financial Results
EDMONTON, AB – Aurora Cannabis Inc. posted total net revenue of $94.2 million for its fiscal third quarter ended December 31, 2025, a 7% increase from $88.2 million in the comparable period a year earlier. ...
NY Cannabis Retailers Double in Number, Push Total Sales Past $2.5B Mark
NEW YORK – New York state's licensed Cannabis dispensaries grew to 556 outlets by the end of 2025, more than twice the 261 operating a year earlier, as adult-use sales crossed the $2.5 billion threshold ...
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 ...
The Garden Returns: Spiritual Plants Launches a New Category of Plant Medicine Rooted in Ritual, Not Recreation
LOS ANGELES, CA — Spiritual Plants today announced its formal market entry as a belief-driven plant medicine platform built around ritual, intention, and repeatable practice—not recreational hype or potency escalation. Founded by cultural strategist and ...
Cronos Introduces Premium Brand to Israeli Medical Cannabis Market
TORONTO – Cronos Group Inc. has launched its premium Cannabis brand in Israel, making five indoor-grown strains available to medical patients through pharmacies across the country. The announcement represents the latest step in Cronos' strategy ...
Washington Senate Committee Advances Home Cannabis Cultivation Bill
WASHINGTON – The Washington State Senate Labor & Commerce Committee has approved Senate Bill 6204, advancing legislation that would permit adults 21-plus to grow limited amounts of Cannabis at home for personal use. Introduced in ...
Federal Move to Reclassify Cannabis: A Potential Game-Changer for U.S. Drug Policy
LOS ANGELES- The federal landscape surrounding cannabis usage in the United States is on the cusp of a historic transformation. The recent proposal to reclassify cannabis from a Schedule 1 controlled substance to a Schedule ...
New York Bill Seeks to Legalize Psilocybin Service Centers
LOS ANGELES- New York legislation Assembly Bill 10375, introduced by Assembly Health Committee Chair Amy Paulin, aims to legalize psilocybin service centers. If passed, the bill would create a regulatory framework for licensing these centers ...
Iowa Governor Signs Bill Imposing THC Caps on Hemp-Derived Products
LOS ANGELES- Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has signed a new bill that imposes strict THC caps on cannabinoid-infused hemp products, significantly impacting the industry. The law, effective July 1, limits THC content to 4 milligrams ...
Daily Cannabis Use Surpasses Daily Alcohol Consumption in the U.S.
LOS ANGELES- Recent analysis of national survey data reveals that more Americans now admit to daily cannabis use than to daily alcohol consumption. Published in the journal Addiction, the research found that in 2022, approximately ...
House Armed Services Committee Approves NDAA with Provision on Cannabis Testing for Military Recruits
LOS ANGELES- The House Armed Services Committee has approved the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a comprehensive defense bill crucial for funding national defense and military operations. A significant provision within the bill prohibits ...
Massachusetts Cannabis Dispensaries File Suit Over Shipping Restrictions
LOS ANGELES- Two cannabis dispensaries in Massachusetts, Island Time on Martha’s Vineyard and The Green Lady Dispensary on Nantucket Island, have filed a lawsuit against state regulators. The suit challenges restrictions that prevent them from ...
California Senate Halts Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Bill
LOS ANGELES- In a significant setback for advocates of psychedelic-assisted therapy, California's proposal to legalize treatment centers for supervised access to substances like psilocybin and MDMA has been halted. The Senate Appropriations Committee dropped Senate ...
atai Life Sciences Announces Key Developments in Clinical Trials and Leadership Transition
LOS ANGELES- atai Life Sciences, a leading company in the mental health biopharmaceutical sector, has announced significant progress in its clinical trials and a strategic leadership transition, underscoring its commitment to advancing mental health care. ...
Silo Pharma Announces Positive Research Results on Depression Treatment
LOS ANGELES-Silo Pharma, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company specializing in novel formulations and drug delivery systems for traditional therapeutics and psychedelic treatments, has announced new research findings indicating promising advances in depression remission and relapse prevention. ...
California Assembly Passes Bill to Allow Food, Drinks, and Events at Cannabis Cafes
LOS ANGELES- The California State Assembly has approved legislation permitting licensed cannabis cafes to serve food and non-alcoholic beverages and host live events, such as music and other performances. The bill now advances to the ...
Glass House Withdraws Defamation Lawsuit Against Catalyst Cannabis
LOS ANGELES- Glass House Brands Inc. has retracted its defamation lawsuit against Catalyst Cannabis Co., citing concerns over Catalyst's financial viability and the potential harassment of its customers. This withdrawal marks a significant turn in ...
New Hampshire Senate Approves Cannabis Legalization Bill with State-Run Dispensaries
LOS ANGELES- The New Hampshire Senate has passed an adult-use cannabis legalization bill that includes a state-run dispensary system. The bill, favored by Republican Governor Chris Sununu, marks the first time the chamber has approved ...
Victoria to Launch World’s First Medical Cannabis Driving Trial
WORLD- Victoria, the first Australian state to legalize medical cannabis in 2016, is set to initiate a groundbreaking medical cannabis driving trial. As part of the Victorian Budget 2024/25, the Labor Government has allocated $4.9 ...
Delaware Bill Proposes Temporary Conversion Licenses for Medical Cannabis Retailers
NEW YORK- Sponsored by State Representative Ed Osienski and Senator Trey Paradee, House Bill 408 aims to create a pathway for medical cannabis retailers in Delaware to obtain temporary conversion licenses, enabling them to legally ...
Ayr Wellness Inc. Reports Q1 2024 Financial Performance
LOS ANGELES- Ayr Wellness Inc., a vertically integrated U.S. multi-state cannabis operator, has reported significant financial advancements in the first quarter of 2024, underscoring its commitment to sustainable and profitable growth. The company aims to ...
California’s Proposal to Legalize Psychedelic Treatment Centers Fails for the Year
LOS ANGELES- The proposal to legalize psychedelic treatment centers in California has been shelved for the year. The initiative was developed in response to concerns raised by Governor Gavin Newsom (D) after he vetoed a ...
Iowa Imposes Stricter Limits on Hemp-Derived THC Products
LOS ANGELES- Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed multiple bills into law on Friday, including House File 2605, which aims to close loopholes in state and federal hemp laws. This bill imposes new restrictions on hemp-derived ...
Cannabis Stocks Surge Following Biden’s Reclassification Announcement
NEW YORK- At 1 p.m. on May 16, Biden shared a video on X, declaring the U.S. Department of Justice's decision to reclassify cannabis. This announcement led to a swift increase in cannabis-related stocks, reflecting ...
Cresco Labs Reports First Quarter Financial Performance
LOS ANGELES- Cresco Labs reported first-quarter revenues of $184 million, reflecting the company’s growth trajectory in the competitive cannabis market. This increase in revenue is attributed to market expansion and enhanced product offerings under its ...
DEA Report Highlights Shifts in U.S. Drug Trafficking Trends
LOS ANGELES- The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) released its 2024 National Drug Threat Assessment (NDTA) on May 9, providing an in-depth analysis of illegal drug and trafficking trends in the United States. DEA Administrator Anne ...
Canopy Growth Raises $50 Million Through Exchange and Subscription Agreement
LOS ANGELES- Canopy Growth, a cannabis producer based in Smiths Falls, Ontario, has raised approximately $50 million (68 million Canadian dollars) in gross proceeds through an exchange and subscription agreement with an institutional investor. The ...
DEA Report Highlights Growing Threat from Synthetic Drugs and Illegal Cannabis Operations
LOS ANGELES- The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) released its 2024 National Drug Threat Assessment (NDTA) on May 9, detailing illegal drug and trafficking trends in the United States. DEA Administrator Anne Milgram emphasized the shift ...
47 Ohio Municipalities Ban Adult-Use Cannabis Businesses Ahead of Program Launch
LOS ANGELES- As Ohio prepares for the launch of its adult-use cannabis program, several dozen municipalities have implemented temporary bans on adult-use cannabis businesses. Research from Ohio State University, summarized by Cleveland.com, indicates that as ...
Analysis: Adult-Use Cannabis Markets Generate Over $20 Billion in State Tax Revenue
Washington, DC (NORML): Taxes derived from the licensed sale of state-regulated cannabis products totaled more than $4 billion in 2023, according to an analysis provided by the Marijuana Policy Project. MPP’s estimates do not include revenues derived from ...
Biden Administration Begins Formal Rulemaking Process Downgrading Cannabis to Less Dangerous Drug
WASHINGTON, D.C. - President Joe Biden is officially advancing plans to ease federal cannabis restrictions. Today, Biden announced his administration's intention to reclassify cannabis from the most restrictive category on the federal list of illegal ...
