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Compass Pathways Opens U.S. Grant Program for Psychedelic Therapy Training
NEW YORK – Compass Pathways PLC ADR announced a new ...
Pre-Rolls Outpace Flower as Top U.S. Cannabis Category by Unit Sales
LOS ANGELES – Pre-rolled Cannabis products became the leading category ...
Minnesota House Panel Passes Bill for Psilocybin Therapy Pilot
SAINT PAUL – A Minnesota House committee has cleared a measure to set up a limited program for psilocybin-assisted therapy, marking a significant step toward regulated access for adults facing certain mental health issues. Yesterday, ...
Vapes Outsell Flower in California Cannabis as Gen Z Drives Change, Again
SAN FRANCISCO – Vape pens have overtaken traditional flower as the top-selling Cannabis format in California for the first time, with Generation Z consumers leading the decisive shift. Once again, their preferences have reshaped spending ...
Colorado Lawmakers Weigh Options for Cannabis Tax Bump
DENVER – Colorado legislators have introduced a bill that would put a small increase in Cannabis taxes before voters this November, aiming to generate funds for mental health programs even as the state's Cannabis market ...
Clearmind Featured in Bipartisan Veterans Therapy Bill
WASHINGTON D.C. – The recent introduction of bipartisan legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives has drawn attention to Clearmind Medicine Inc.'s proprietary compound MEAI as part of efforts to broaden veterans' access to certain ...
Beverage Emulsion Market Projected to Reach $3.3B by 2035
LOS ANGELES – The beverage emulsion market, a key ingredient sector for flavor stability and cloud effects in drinks, continues to show steady expansion according to recent industry data. Towards FnB, a market research firm ...
Law Firm Warns of Bankruptcy Cliff for Hemp Sector
LOS ANGELES – A warning from a Cannabis law firm has drawn attention to a potential deadline facing parts of the hemp sector: businesses heavily involved in products that could become federally illegal after November ...
A LIFE IN A DAY: Craig Rose: Co-Founder & Chief Spiritual Creative: Spiritual Plants
In this edition of A LIFE IN A DAY, we catch up with Craig Rose, a founder and storyteller with a knack for walking straight into the conversations most people avoid—and in the pages that ...
ANALYSIS: When Oil Spikes, Cannabis Feels It Too
NEW YORK–Energy markets reacted immediately following the U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran. The operation — named by the Department of War (formally the U.S. Department of Defense)— raised fears of disruption to energy flows through the ...
AtaiBeckley Reports Q4 and FY 2025 Financial Results
NEW YORK – AtaiBeckley Inc. disclosed its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results, showing a significant net loss driven by costs from its recent merger while highlighting progress in its clinical programs for depression and ...
Ohio Hits Over $3B in Total Cannabis Sales
COLUMBUS – Ohio's legal Cannabis market has generated $3.56 billion in combined medical and recreational sales through the end of February, driven by steady growth in both segments since adult-use purchases became legal in August ...
Veterans and Law Enforcement Leaders Call on Biden to Reschedule Cannabis
NEW YORK- In a significant push for cannabis reform, leading veterans organizations and U.S. law enforcement officials have rallied together, urging the Biden Administration to consider the rescheduling of cannabis under the federal Controlled Substances ...
Oklahoma Introduces Bill to Ban Foreign Land Ownership
LOS ANGELES- In an effort to combat illegal cannabis cultivation, Oklahoma legislators have proposed a bill aimed at prohibiting foreign land ownership within the state. House Bill 3125, introduced to the Oklahoma House of Representatives ...
Maryland’s Cannabis Licensing Rush: A Beacon of Social Equity and Industry Diversity
LOS ANGELES- In a significant move for the cannabis industry, Maryland has initiated a pioneering step with the approval of nearly 1,500 applicants, all vying for a mere 179 cannabis licenses. This development marks a ...
Arkansas AG Greenlights Medical Cannabis Ballot Initiative with Path to Adult-Use Legalization
NEW YORK- In a significant development for cannabis reform, Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin approved a revised ballot initiative aimed at enhancing medical cannabis access in the state. This initiative, now set for a potential ...
Numinus Wellness Secures $6 Million in Public Offering to Fuel Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Initiatives
LOS ANGELES- Numinus Wellness, a Vancouver-based healthcare company specializing in the innovative field of psychedelic-assisted therapies, has announced the successful completion of a significant financial milestone. Through a "bought deal" public offering, the company has ...
Ascend Wellness Boosts Massachusetts Presence with Second Cultivation License Acquisition
LOS ANGELES- Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc., a player in the cannabis industry, has announced its acquisition of a second cultivation license and associated operations in Massachusetts, marking a significant expansion of its cultivation and production ...
Rhode Island Governor Proposes Tax Relief for Cannabis Industry to Counteract IRS Code 280E
LOS ANGELES- In a significant move aimed at supporting the cannabis industry, Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee has unveiled a proposal to decouple state tax codes from federal tax regulations, specifically targeting the financial strains ...
FSD Pharma Announces Market Offering Agreement to Fund Research and Development
NEW YORK- FSD Pharma a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing a diverse portfolio of innovative assets and biotechnological solutions, has unveiled a strategic market offering agreement with H.C. Wainwright & Co. LLC. This collaborative effort ...
New York Cannabis Control Board Advances with Adult-Use Licenses and Research Initiatives
NEW YORK- In a pivotal move to advance the state’s cannabis industry, the New York Cannabis Control Board (CCB) approved the first round of adult-use cannabis business licenses and introduced draft rules for home cultivation. ...
South Carolina Advances on Medical Cannabis
LOS ANGELES- In a significant legislative development, South Carolina's Senate has passed the Compassionate Care Act of 2024, propelling the state towards potentially establishing a medical cannabis program. However, this move, marked by stringent regulations, ...
DEA Misses Deadline to Respond to Senators on Cannabis Rescheduling
NEW YORK- In a notable lapse, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Attorney General Merrick Garland did not meet the February 12 deadline to answer critical inquiries from a group of 12 U.S. senators concerning ...
Illinois Takes Bold Step Towards Psilocybin Therapy Legalization with the CURE Act
LOS ANGELES- In an ambitious move to address the growing mental health crisis, Illinois State Senator Rachel Ventura has introduced the Compassionate Use and Research of Entheogens (CURE) Act, a legislative proposal aimed at legalizing ...
Clearmind Medicine Inc. Advances Psychedelic Therapeutics with New Patent Applications
NEW YORK– Clearmind Medicine Inc. a biotech firm dedicated to the discovery and development of novel psychedelic-derived therapeutics, has taken significant steps to enhance its intellectual property (IP) portfolio through the submission of three patent ...
Ohio’s Recreational Cannabis Rollout Mired in Political and Legislative Hurdles
NEW YORK- Ohio's journey towards implementing a recreational cannabis program is encountering significant obstacles, as the state grapples with legislative standstills and political disagreements. Despite the recent legalization, the path to operationalizing the program remains ...
New York State Advances Cannabis Market with New Licenses Amid Regulatory Challenges
NEW YORK- In a pivotal move aimed at bolstering the burgeoning adult-use cannabis market in New York, the state’s Cannabis Control Board (CCB) granted approval for 109 business licenses during its latest meeting. This new ...
Filament Health Achieves Milestone with Botanical Psilocybin Export to Israel
LOS ANGELES- In a significant development for psychedelic medicine, Filament Health Corp. (OTCQB: FLHLF) announced it has successfully exported PEX010, its botanical psilocybin drug candidate, to Israel, marking a first for the country. This shipment ...
New Mexico Senate Endorses Study on Therapeutic Use of Psilocybin
LOS ANGELES- In a remarkable show of bipartisan unity, the New Mexico Senate has unanimously passed a non-binding resolution urging the state's Department of Health to consider the potential therapeutic benefits of psilocybin mushrooms. The ...
Virginia Legislators Propose Divergent Paths for Adult-Use Cannabis Sales
LOS ANGELES- In a notable move toward the commercialization of adult-use cannabis, Virginia's legislative bodies are progressing with distinct proposals aimed at kickstarting regulated sales by the upcoming year. This initiative comes after the legalization ...
Israel Probes Canadian Cannabis Imports
NEW YORK- In a significant development within the global cannabis sector, Israel has initiated an investigation into the importation of Canadian medical cannabis. This move comes against a backdrop of allegations suggesting that Canadian firms ...
Montana’s Cannabis Industry Flourishes
LOS ANGELES- In 2023, Montana's cannabis market experienced substantial growth, with sales reaching millions of dollars across various counties, demonstrating the burgeoning business of cannabis in the state. Yellowstone, Gallatin, Missoula, Flathead, and Lewis and ...
Florida Senate Advances Legislation to Ban Delta-8 THC
LOS ANGELES— In a decisive move, the Florida Senate on Tuesday passed legislation aimed at banning delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) products while introducing new, stringent regulations on the state's burgeoning hemp industry. This unanimous decision reflects ...
New York Cannabis Control Board Awards 109 New Licenses Amidst Regulatory Debates
NEW YORK — The New York State Cannabis Control Board (CCB) took a significant step forward in the state's cannabis industry development by formally awarding 109 new cannabis business licenses on Friday. This move, unanimous and ...
MindBio Therapeutics Announces Completion of Groundbreaking Phase 2a LSD Microdose Trial
LOS ANGELES- In a significant advancement for psychiatric medicine, MindBio Therapeutics Corp., a pioneering biopharmaceutical company, has announced the successful completion of its Phase 2a clinical trial, marking a pivotal moment in the development of ...
Ukraine Enacts Medical Cannabis Legislation Amidst Ongoing Conflict
KYIV— In a historic move, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has officially signed into law legislation that legalizes the use of medical cannabis, marking a significant policy shift in the country. This legislation comes as a ...
Silo Pharma Advances in Ketamine-Based Treatment for Chronic Pain
LOS ANGELES— In a significant stride toward innovative treatment for chronic pain conditions, Silo Pharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: SILO), a biopharmaceutical company in its developmental stage, announced promising developments in its ketamine implant, SP-26. The company, ...
