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Verano Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
CHICAGO – Verano Holdings Corp. released its financial results for ...
The 2nd Annual Cannalaugh Kicks Off March 28 in Chicago
CHICAGO- CannaLaugh, a live event series combining nationally touring stand-up ...
Glass House Brands Reports Q4 and FY 2025 Financial Results
LONG BEACH – In a sector still adjusting to ongoing ...
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. ...
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 ...
Craft Cannabis Market Projects Steady Climb to $12.3B by 2031
LOS ANGELES – Small-scale producers in the Cannabis industry are gaining ground as buyers turn toward premium, handcrafted options, with the craft segment expected to double in value over the next five years. A report ...
FDA Signals Shift to Single Phase 3 Trials for Drug Approvals, Opening Door for Faster Psychedelic Therapies
LOS ANGELES – The Food and Drug Administration is preparing to overhaul its evidence requirements for new drug approvals, making a single well-designed Phase 3 trial the standard rather than the exception. This adjustment, outlined ...
Trulieve Clears $368M Debt with Full Redemption of Senior Notes
TALLAHASSEE – Trulieve Cannabis Corp. wrapped up the buyback of its entire $368 million stack of 8% senior secured notes set to mature in 2026, handing over about $373 million in cash to cover the ...
OPINION: MJBizCon25 Review: The Race To Be Second
LAS VEGAS- Gosh… the MJBizCon I attended was awesome — genuinely one of the best and most productive ones I’ve ever been to — which is why I was so surprised to see how much ...
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 ...
West Virginia and Mississippi Advance Ibogaine Research Bills
CHARLESTON–JACKSON – Lawmakers in West Virginia and Mississippi have advanced legislation to support research into ibogaine, a psychedelic compound derived from the iboga plant, with the goal of pursuing FDA approval for its use in ...
UCLA Partners with Terpene Belt Farms to Research Cannabis Flavors
LOS ANGELES – Terpene Belt Farms, a subsidiary of Nexus Agriscience, has been selected as the industry partner in a University of California-led research funded by a $1.23 million grant from the California Department of ...
Planet 13 Endures Market Shifts with Strategic Expansion Amidst Revenue Decline
LOS ANGELES— Planet 13 Holdings Inc., a vertically-integrated, multi-state cannabis operator, announced its financial results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2023. According to the U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Planet 13's revenues ...
Green Thumb Increased Revenue and Expanding Operations in Q3
NEW YORK — Green Thumb Industries Inc. a force in the cannabis consumer packaged goods industry and the owner of RISE Dispensaries, today unveiled its financial achievements for the third quarter of 2023, concluding on September ...
Trulieve’s Q3 Results: Posts Gains, Cuts Debt
Trulieve Cannabis Corp., a player in the U.S. cannabis sector, reported its quarterly financial performance for the period ending September 30, 2023. The company has presented a picture of operational resilience, with $93 million in ...
PharmAla Biotech Breaks New Ground with Psychedelic Substance Shipment to Australia
LOS ANGELES- The recent dispatch of MDMA and psilocybin from Canadian-based PharmAla Biotech to its Australian joint venture, Cortexa, marks a pivotal progression in the emerging domain of psychedelic-assisted therapies. This venture not only underscores ...
Ohio Joins the Green Wave with Legalization of Adult-Use Cannabis
In a historic move mirroring a national shift, Ohio voters have chosen to greenlight the legalization of adult-use cannabis, making it the latest state to adopt a more progressive stance on the once controversial substance. ...
Biden’s Policy Shift Sets a New Course for Cannabis Industry
Washington D.C. - President Joe Biden, a figure once notorious for his stringent anti-drug stance, has evolved into an unlikely catalyst for the most substantial overhaul of federal cannabis policy since the Controlled Substances Act ...
Verano Holdings Reports Modest Revenue Growth and Strong Cash Flow in Q3 2023
Verano Holdings Corp. a multi-state cannabis company, disclosed its financial achievements for the third quarter of 2023 on November 8, as per U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (U.S. GAAP). The company revealed a modest sequential ...
Ascend Wellness Holdings Sees Significant Growth in Q3 2023 Financials
LOS ANGELES- Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc. an integrated cannabis operator, announced a streak of positive financial outcomes for the third quarter ending September 30, 2023, presenting what is now their sixth consecutive record-breaking revenue quarter. ...
Ohio Becomes 24th State to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis
COLUMBUS, Ohio— In a defining moment for Ohio, residents went to the polls on Tuesday to cast their votes on Issue 2, a statewide ballot measure that has ushered in a new era of recreational ...
Cybin’s Clinical Trial Indicates Promising Results for Psychedelic Mental Health Treatment
A Canadian biopharmaceutical firm, Cybin, has shared promising results from a clinical trial suggesting the potential of psychedelic compounds in treating mental health issues. The company's focus on developing advanced psychedelic therapeutics has yielded a ...
U.S. States Navigate Psychedelics Reforms Amidst Legalization Efforts
As the United States continues to explore the boundaries of drug policy reform, numerous state legislatures and advocacy groups are engaging in a concerted effort to redefine the legal status of psychedelics. From decriminalization and ...
Colorado Cannabis Business Park Entangled in Legal Battle Over Unpaid Electricity Bills
NEW YORK — A legal tussle over a six-figure electricity bill has emerged between the owners of Area 420, a Colorado cannabis business park, and one of its tenants, as reported by NBC. The dispute, ...
Florida Medical Cannabis Company Challenges State Over Licensing Fee Spike
NEW YORK — Sanctuary Cannabis, a player in Florida's medical cannabis industry, has initiated legal proceedings against the state, challenging a dramatic rise in biennial licensing fees. Under Governor Ron DeSantis' administration, the fees escalated ...
Ohio’s Cannabis Industry Eyes Adult-Use Legalization with Hope and Vigilance
LOS ANGELES- Ohio’s medical cannabis industry is looking toward the upcoming ballot with a mix of hope and caution as Issue 2, which would legalize adult-use cannabis, approaches a statewide vote. Operators in the sector ...
Ohio Decides On Adult-Use Legalization of Cannabis
CLEVELAND, Ohio – In Ohio, a momentous decision looms large on the horizon, transcending the scope of mere recreational cannabis decriminalization. The state's citizens are poised to exercise their voting rights on November 7, deliberating ...
Organigram Stock Rallies On $124.6 Million Investment from British American Tobacco Subsidiary
TORONTO- In a significant financial development, Organigram Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI) has secured a substantial investment of $124.6 million from BT DE Investments Inc., a subsidiary of British American Tobacco (NYSE: BTI). This ...
Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission Sets December Goal for Licensing Amid Legal Challenges
Alabama — After navigating through a series of legal hurdles and procedural delays, the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) is now targeting December to finalize industry licenses, a move that its chairman describes as part ...
Kansas City Cannabis Workers Vote to Unionize, Joining Teamsters Local 955
LOS ANGELES— Employees at Home State Dispensary in Kansas City have made a landmark decision to unionize, becoming the first group of cannabis workers in the metro area to do so. The budtenders and inventory ...
MindMed Projects Operational Continuity into 2026 Amid Advancements in LSD-Based Anxiety Treatment
NEW YORK — Mind Medicine Inc. (MindMed), a biopharmaceutical company leading the charge in psychedelic drug development, has assured stakeholders of its financial viability well into 2026. This assurance comes even as the company, which currently ...
Optimi Health Secures CAD$1 Million in Non-Dilutive Debt Financing
TORONTO— Optimi Health Corp., a Canadian pioneer in psychedelic substance research and production, has successfully secured a non-dilutive Debt Financing Agreement (DFA) for a sum of CAD$1,000,000. This loan, provided by an arm's length party, ...
Senate Advances Bill Permitting VA Doctors to Recommend Cannabis to Veterans
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant policy shift, the U.S. Senate has passed a bill that, among other directives, authorizes Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) physicians to recommend cannabis to veterans for medical purposes. This ...
Psyence Group Advances Psilocybin Production with Facility Expansion and Strategic Partnerships
LOS ANGELES- Psyence Group Inc. a trailblazer in the clinical-stage life sciences sector specializing in nature-derived psilocybin for mental health treatments, has announced significant developments in its Psyence Production division. The company takes pride in ...
U.S. Cannabis Operators Challenge Federal Enforcement in Landmark Lawsuit
LOS ANGELES- In a bold move that underscores the growing tension between state legislation and federal restrictions, a coalition of U.S. cannabis operators and investors has filed a lawsuit challenging the federal government's application of ...
Navigating Cannabis Conferences: A Comprehensive Guide for Companies
LOS ANGELES--If your company is gearing up to attend a cannabis conference, it's crucial to approach it with a well-thought-out strategy. The earlier you start your preparations, the better the results you can expect. My ...
Arizona Social Equity Cannabis License Holders Face Deadline Challenges
PHOENIX — As the state-mandated deadline of Sunday, Oct. 8, looms, more than half of Arizona’s social equity cannabis retail licensees risk missing the critical opening date for their businesses. Of the 26 license holders, ...
