Legal Affairs
Canopy Growth Acquires MTL Cannabis in Bid to Ramp Up Medical Sales
SMITHS FALLS – Canopy Growth Corp., a major player in the Canadian Cannabis sector, has signed a definitive agreement to purchase MTL Cannabis Corp. in a cash-and-stock transaction worth about $125 million on a fully ...
Trump Sets Plans for Cannabis Reclassification Executive Order
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump is set to direct federal agencies to reclassify Cannabis from its current Schedule I status to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act, a step that would align federal oversight ...
Mid-Cap Cannabis Operators Face Liquidity Pressures Despite Solid Leverage, Viridian Report Finds
LOS ANGELES – Public Cannabis companies with $25-100 million market values are navigating a patchwork of financial strengths and vulnerabilities, according to the latest Weekly Credit Report from Viridian Capital Advisors. It tracks eight U.S.-based ...
Glass House Brands Marks Milestone as First U.S. Cannabis Stock Tradable on Robinhood
LOS ANGELES – Glass House Brands Inc. began trading on the Robinhood app this week, opening the door for a broader swath of retail investors to access shares in a vertically integrated multistate Cannabis operator. ...
Cannabis Industry Eyes Quadrupled Growth Through 2033, Research and Markets Reports
LOS ANGELES – A new report from Research and Markets forecasts the global Cannabis market will expand from $39.1 billion in 2024 to $151.72 billion by 2033, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of ...
Curaleaf Secures $100M Revolving Credit Facility
STAMFORD – Curaleaf Holdings Inc. closed an expanded revolving credit agreement with Needham Bank, increasing its borrowing limit to $100 million from $40 million and extending the term to as long as five years. The ...
Planet 13 Expands Florida Footprint
LAS VEGAS – Planet 13 Holdings Inc., a vertically integrated Cannabis operator with cultivation, production, and retail operations in four states, launched its latest medical Cannabis outlet in DeLand, Florida. The store, situated in the ...
Canopy Growth Acquires MTL Cannabis in Bid to Ramp Up Medical Sales
SMITHS FALLS – Canopy Growth Corp., a major player in the Canadian Cannabis sector, has signed a definitive agreement to purchase MTL Cannabis Corp. in a cash-and-stock transaction worth about $125 million on a fully ...
Trump Sets Plans for Cannabis Reclassification Executive Order
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump is set to direct federal agencies to reclassify Cannabis from its current Schedule I status to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act, a step that would align federal oversight ...
Mid-Cap Cannabis Operators Face Liquidity Pressures Despite Solid Leverage, Viridian Report Finds
LOS ANGELES – Public Cannabis companies with $25-100 million market values are navigating a patchwork of financial strengths and vulnerabilities, according to the latest Weekly Credit Report from Viridian Capital Advisors. It tracks eight U.S.-based ...
Barely Capitalized: Pioneering Support for Women and Minority Startups in the Booming Cannabis Industry
LOS ANGELES-In a bold move to address the long-standing funding disparity faced by women and minority entrepreneurs in the cannabis sector, Highly Capitalized, a leading financial news service, is set to launch an innovative initiative ...
California’s Path to Tackle Illicit Cannabis and Empower Legal Operators
LOS ANGELES-- California's relentless battle against illicit cannabis has reached a critical juncture, as state authorities strive to curb the flourishing underground market and protect the interests of legal cannabis operators and consumers. With the ...
Schumer Expresses Confidence in Bipartisan Cannabis Banking Bill
LOS ANGELES-- Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) has expressed confidence that a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing banking issues in the cannabis industry will successfully pass in Congress during this session. The reassurance came ...
Altria-Backed Cannabis Producer Cronos Explores Sale
TORONTO-Cronos Group Inc, (CRON.TO) the Canadian cannabis producer backed by Altria Group Inc, the cigarette maker, has confirmed that it is currently engaged in discussions with potential buyers to explore the possibility of a sale, ...
NBA Removes Cannabis from Prohibited Substances List
NEW YORK- In a significant development, league officials and the NBA Players Association have recently inked a comprehensive collective bargaining agreement that effectively removes cannabis from the league's list of prohibited substances. This landmark agreement ...
New York City Council Committee Approves Bill Holding Landlords Accountable for Unlicensed Cannabis and Tobacco Sales
NEW YORK-- The New York City Council Committee on Public Safety has given its approval to a bill that will hold landlords responsible for knowingly renting commercial properties to tenants engaged in the sale of ...
California Cannabis Distribution Giant Herbl Faces Legal Battle as Industry Struggles with Financial Squeeze
LOS ANGELES -California-based cannabis distribution giant Herbl is embroiled in a legal dispute as it seeks to recover approximately $10 million in unpaid debts from retailers. The company, which fell into receivership in June, has ...
BZAM Ltd and Lender Amend Credit Agreement in Response to Recent Divestiture
TORONTO-- BZAM Ltd., a Canadian cannabis producer, has successfully completed the divestiture of Galaxie Brands Corporation, according to a share purchase agreement. The transaction involved the sale of all outstanding shares of Galaxie to a ...
Australia Takes Lead in Offering Psychedelic Treatment for Mental Health
SYDNEY, Australia--In a groundbreaking move, Australia has emerged as a global leader in mental health treatment by embracing the therapeutic potential of psychedelic substances such as MDMA (commonly known as ecstasy) and psilocybin (found in ...
New York Secures $150 Million Investment to Fully Fund Social Equity Cannabis Retailers
LOS ANGELES-- In a significant boost to New York's social equity cannabis program, Chicago Atlantic Admin LLC has committed up to $150 million in senior secured capital for the Social Equity Cannabis Investment Fund. The ...
Medical Cannabis Companies in Oklahoma Challenge Fee Increase in State Supreme Court
LOS ANGELES-- Several licensed medical cannabis companies in Oklahoma have filed a petition with the state Supreme Court, seeking the repeal of a 2022 law that increased their fee burden. The petition, filed on June ...
Australia Becomes the First Country to Allow Prescription of Psychedelics for PTSD and Depression
LOS ANGELES-- Starting from July 1, doctors in Australia can now prescribe MDMA and psilocybin to patients suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and hard-to-treat depression. This groundbreaking move makes Australia the first nation in ...
Reunion Neuroscience Inc. Reports Fiscal Results and Provides Corporate Update
LOS ANGELES-- Reunion Neuroscience Inc. a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in innovative therapeutic solutions for underserved mental health conditions, announced its fiscal results for the fourth quarter and year ended March 31, 2023. Additionally, the ...
TerrAscend Secures $20.5 Million in Total Proceeds from Private Placements
TORONTO --TerrAscend Corp. a cannabis operator in North America, announced the successful closing of the second tranche of private placements, resulting in total aggregate proceeds of $20.5 million. The second tranche of the private placements ...
Cresco Labs and Columbia Care Encounter Setback in Pursuit of Multibillion Megamerger
LOS ANGELES-- Chicago-based Cresco Labs and Columbia Care announced on Friday that they have failed to meet the June 30 deadline set in their arrangement agreement, hindering their proposed multibillion-dollar merger. The companies, which have ...
New Jersey’s Cannabis Market Faces Plateau in Sales Amid Regulatory Challenges
LOS ANGELES-- Despite the growth of New Jersey's adult-use cannabis market during the first quarter of 2023, the state's overall sales figures have hit a nine-month plateau due to ongoing regulatory developments and the slow ...
Canopy Growth Strives for Profitability with Asset Sales Amid Financial Challenges
LOS ANGELES-- Canopy Growth Corp a Canada-based cannabis company, is aiming to raise $150 million by September 30 through the sale of its assets. The company, facing significant debt and substantial losses, recently announced the ...
Luxembourg Becomes Second EU Country to Legalize Personal Cannabis Use and Cultivation
LOS ANGELES-- Luxembourg, a European Union member nation, has taken a significant step in cannabis reform by legalizing the possession and cultivation of cannabis for personal use. According to a report by Forbes, Luxembourg became ...
Brownie Mary: Remembering the Remarkable Legacy of a Cannabis Crusader
SAN FRANCISCO — Brownie Mary, a tireless advocate for cannabis legalization, who captured the hearts and minds of many with her compassion and unwavering commitment to social justice, remains an iconic figure in the movement. ...
Ron DeSantis’ Shifting Stance on Cannabis Legalization Raises Questions of Political Motivations
MIAMI- In a surprising about-face, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has drawn criticism for his recent shift in stance on cannabis legalization, specifically regarding medical use. Once a proponent of cannabis legalization for medicinal purposes, DeSantis ...
Cannabis Industry’s Battle Royale: Catalyst Accuses Glass House Brands of Supplying Illicit Market, Triggers Defamation Countersuit
LOS ANGELES- In a surprising turn of events, the cannabis industry is witnessing an escalating legal showdown between two prominent players, Glass House Brands Inc. and Catalyst. The rift between these industry giants has reached ...
Canadian Government Invests $3 Million in Psilocybin-Assisted Psychotherapy Trials
LOS ANGELES-- The advancement of psychedelic medicine in Canada received a significant boost as the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Carolyn Bennett, announced an investment of nearly $3 million through the Canadian Institutes of ...
Maryland Becomes 20th State to Launch Adult-Use Cannabis Sales
LOS ANGELES-- Starting July 1, Maryland will join the growing list of states in the United States to legalize adult-use cannabis sales. This milestone comes less than eight months after the state's voters approved a ...
Cannabis Industry Struggles Amid Worsening Economic Conditions, Report Finds
LOS ANGELES-- In a new report published by Whitney Economics, it becomes evident that the cannabis industry in the United States is grappling with worsening economic conditions. The report, titled "Cannabis Operator Sentiment and Business ...
TerrAscend Corp to Begin Trading on TSX with New Ticker Symbol “TSND”
LOS ANGELES-- TerrAscend Corp, a U.S. cannabis industry, is set to begin trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) on July 4, 2023. This development comes as TerrAscend aims to expand its investor base and ...
