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The Supreme Court Declines to Resolve Federal Cannabis Prohibition—And the Silence Speaks Volumes
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In its December Orders List, the U.S. ...
Missouri Trade Group Report Finds 96% of Tested Hemp Products Exceed THC Thresholds
KANSAS CITY – A new investigation by the Missouri Cannabis ...
Cannabis Real Estate Trends: What’s Selling Right Now
LOS ANGELES- The Cannabis industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace — but one thing remains constant: real estate is the foundation of every successful Cannabis business. The right property doesn’t just house operations; ...
HBA Pushes for Regulatory Framework on Hemp-Derived THC Beverages in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG – The Hemp Beverage Alliance (HBA), a trade group with close to 400 members in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, has launched an initiative to set up guidelines for hemp-derived THC ...
Morocco Approves Licenses for 67 Cannabis-Based Products
RABAT – Moroccan regulators have cleared 67 Cannabis-derived products, signaling steady progress in the country's push toward a structured legal framework for the plant. The batch includes 26 cosmetic items and 41 dietary supplements, each ...
Verano Holdings Corp Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results
CHICAGO – Verano Holdings Corp., a multi-state Cannabis operator, released its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, reflecting a period of operational streamlining amid market challenges. The consolidated financial statements, prepared under U.S. ...
Curaleaf Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results
STAMFORD – Curaleaf Holdings, Inc., a major player in the global Cannabis market, released its financial and operational results for the second quarter of 2025, ending June 30, showcasing a blend of domestic resilience and ...
GTI Reports Q2 2025 Financial and Operational Results
CHICAGO & VANCOUVER – Green Thumb Industries Inc., a major player in the U.S. Cannabis market, national Cannabis consumer packaged goods (CPG) company, and operator of RISE Dispensaries, reported its financial and operational results for ...
Trulieve Cannabis Corp Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results
TALLAHASSEE – Trulieve Cannabis Corp., a major player in the U.S. Cannabis market, announced its financial and operational results for the second quarter of 2025, ending June 30, showcasing resilience and strategic progress. The company ...
Curaleaf Set to Join S&P/TSX Composite Index
STAMFORD – Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. announced it has been selected for inclusion to the S&P/TSX Composite Index later this month, marking it as the initial U.S.-headquartered company in the sector to achieve this status. The ...
Maryland Collects $18.4M in Cannabis Tax Revenue for April-June Quarter
ANNAPOLIS – The Maryland Comptroller's Office issued a quarterly report showing the state gathered more than $18.4 million in sales tax from adult-use Cannabis between April and June 2025, a period that saw the Central ...
Delta-8 THC Consumption Peaks in States Lacking Adult-Use Cannabis Access, Study Finds
SAN DIEGO – A new study conducted by researchers at the University of California San Diego reveals that adults, residing in states where recreational Cannabis remains illegal, are almost twice as likely to use delta-8 ...
Virginia Judge Upholds State Law on Hemp Products in Notable Ruling
LOS ANGELES- In a notable legal decision, a federal judge in Northern Virginia declined to halt the enforcement of a recently established state law imposing stricter controls on hemp-derived products, as reported by the Virginia ...
Colorado Awards First Loans to Social Equity Cannabis Businesses
DENVER — In a move that underlines the state's commitment to fostering equitable growth in the cannabis industry, Colorado's Cannabis Business Office (CBO) has unveiled the inaugural recipients of the state's Cannabis Business Loan Program. ...
Massachusetts Cannabis Firms Challenge Federal Prohibition in Suit Against U.S. Attorney General
NEW YORK— A consortium of Massachusetts-based cannabis companies have taken the unprecedented step of suing U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland over the federal prohibition of cannabis. The plaintiffs argue that these laws not only infringe ...
Canadian Psychedelics Startups Form Strategic Partnership Ahead of Potential MDMA Legalization in 2024
NEW YORK — With the Canadian government anticipated to greenlight MDMA-assisted therapy in 2024, two pioneering Alberta-based companies are proactively paving the way for a broader acceptance of psychedelic therapies. ATMA Journey Centers and Cena ...
Rhode Island Sets New Monthly Record with $7.11M in Adult-Use Cannabis Sales
LOS ANGELES- Rhode Island's adult-use cannabis market continues its upward trajectory, hitting a new monthly sales record of $7.11 million in September. This surge in sales has placed the state back on course to meet ...
Massachusetts Cannabis Companies Challenge Federal Prohibition in Lawsuit Against U.S. Attorney General
LOS ANGELES- A coalition of Massachusetts-based cannabis businesses has initiated legal proceedings against U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland, presenting a strong case against the current federal cannabis prohibition. The litigants argue that the said prohibition ...
Alberta Psychedelics Startups Collaborate Ahead of Expected MDMA Legalization in Canada
LOS ANGELES- Two emerging Alberta-based psychedelics startups, ATMA Journey Centers and Cena Life, are forging a partnership in anticipation of the potential legalization of MDMA-assisted therapy in Canada come 2024. The strategic alliance aims to ...
Cresco Labs Finalizes Sale of Arizona Cannabis Operation and Secures New York Mortgage
CHICAGO– In a recent move aligning with its strategic vision of optimizing its portfolio, Cresco Labs Inc., a prominent figure in branded cannabis products, has finalized the sale of its singular licensed Arizona operation, "Encanto", ...
Goodblend Pennsylvania LLC Ordered to Pay $15.5 Million and Vacate Pittsburgh Property
NEW YORK - Atlanta-based multistate operator Parallel's subsidiary, Goodblend Pennsylvania LLC, a medical cannabis grower, has been directed by an Allegheny County Court to vacate its Pittsburgh facility and pay $15.5 million. The decision comes ...
Curaleaf Holdings Inc. Aims for Listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange
NEW YORK – Curaleaf Holdings Inc., a dominant player in the global cannabis consumer products arena, has taken a definitive step towards expanding its reach by filing an application to list its subordinate voting shares ...
Idaho Pushes Forward on Medical Cannabis Initiative Amidst Surrounding States’ Relaxed Laws
LOS ANGELES— As the drive for medical cannabis intensifies nationwide, Idaho finds itself as an island of resistance in a sea of relaxed cannabis regulations. Kind Idaho, a determined advocacy group, is fervently seeking to ...
Switzerland Greenlights First Legal Cannabis Dispensaries in a Milestone for European Policy
LOS ANGELES— In a landmark move that signifies a significant departure from traditional European cannabis policies, Switzerland's Federal Office of Public Health has given its nod to the establishment of the continent's first legal adult-use ...
Golden Roots Faces License Revocation and Hefty Fines in New Mexico Over Cannabis Regulation Violations
ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico regulatory authorities have dealt a significant blow to Albuquerque's cannabis industry, revoking the license of local firm Golden Roots and imposing a nearly $300,000 fine. This punitive action is the result ...
Washington State Suspends True Northwest Lab’s Quality Assurance Certification
WASHINGTON STATE — State regulators announced a suspension on the quality-assurance certification of the Olympia-based testing lab, True Northwest, after multiple concerns arose regarding the lab's testing reliability and operational procedures. In an official statement, ...
Cannabis and the Workplace: A Changing Paradigm
LOS ANGELES- In a recent survey, compelling insights were unveiled concerning the changing attitudes and behaviors of individuals towards cannabis consumption, emphasizing its medicinal applications and subsequent implications in the professional arena. Key Insights: Usage ...
Bipartisan Cannabis Reform Takes Center Stage Again in Congress
LOS ANGELES- Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) has reintroduced federal cannabis reform to the forefront, two years after she became a prominent Republican voice on the matter. On October 24, Mace unveiled a new cannabis legalization ...
Debunking Fentanyl and Cannabis Misconceptions
NEW YORK- The New York Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has released a comprehensive report addressing the widespread misinformation suggesting that cannabis is being contaminated with fentanyl. This misinformation has been perpetuated through various channels, ...
Oregon Cannabis Associations Merge Amidst Industry Challenges
LOS ANGELES- In a significant development within Oregon's cannabis sector, the Oregon Cannabis Association and the Cannabis Industry Alliance of Oregon have decided to merge. The boards of both organizations approved this union last week, ...
Beckley Psytech Begins Landmark Phase IIb Study on Novel Intranasal 5-MeO-DMT Formulation for Treatment Resistant Depression
LOS ANGELES- In a significant development for the field of neuropsychiatric treatment, Beckley Psytech Ltd, a leading clinical-stage biotechnology firm, announced today the initiation of its international Phase IIb study on BPL-003. This novel synthetic ...
New Mexico Tax Department Pursues Over 100 Cannabis Firms for Delinquent Taxes
LOS ANGELES- The New Mexico Department of Taxation and Revenue announced an enforcement drive on Wednesday, highlighting that over 100 cannabis license holders in the state have failed to meet their tax obligations. According to ...
Exploring Rick Simpson Oil: A Practical Perspective
LOS ANGELES-Many years ago, a family sought my assistance concerning a sibling diagnosed with prostate cancer. This brother staunchly rejected conventional treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and injections. He believed, with unwavering determination, that a ...
The Rise and Debate of Delta-8 THC: Understanding the Controversy
LOS ANGELES- Delta-8-Tetrahydrocannabinol (delta-8 or ∆8-THC) is making headlines as its popularity soars, primarily due to federal regulations that ambiguously classify it. Resembling the more commonly known Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol in structure and effect, this lesser-known cannabinoid ...
Aurora Cannabis Settles Patent Litigation with Willow Biosciences
TORONTO — Aurora Cannabis, the Alberta-based licensed producer, has finalized a confidential settlement with Willow Biosciences over a previously ongoing patent litigation that began in July 2021. The specific terms and conditions of the settlement ...
Cybin Inc. and Small Pharma Join Forces in a Milestone Psychedelic Therapeutics Acquisition
LOS ANGELES- In a notable merger move in the psychedelic therapeutics landscape, Small Pharma Inc. has received the green light from the Supreme Court of British Columbia for its acquisition by Cybin Inc. This all-stock ...
4Front Ventures Secures Credit Agreement, Issues RSUs
PHOENIX — 4Front Ventures Corp., a prominent multi-state cannabis operator and retailer, declared on [Date] the issuance of restricted stock units (RSUs) linked to its newly established $10-million senior secured credit facility agreement. The Phoenix-based ...
