Legal Affairs
EU Releases Cannapol Toolkit to Aid Member States in Crafting Adult-Use Cannabis Rules
BRUSSELS – The European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) unveiled the Cannapol toolkit, a set of resources intended to help national governments build regulated markets for recreational Cannabis. Developed over months of consultation with experts and ...
Trump’s CBD Endorsement for Medicare Sparks Rally in Cannabis Equities
LOS ANGELES – Shares in Cannabis companies climbed more than 20% on Monday, propelled by President Donald Trump's weekend social media post backing the inclusion of cannabidiol in Medicare coverage for older Americans. The AdvisorShares ...
Michigan House Approves 24% Tax on Wholesale Cannabis Sales for Road Repairs
LANSING – In a swift move to head off a potential state government shutdown, the Michigan House of Representatives passed legislation imposing a 24% excise tax on wholesale Cannabis transactions, directing the proceeds toward long-overdue ...
The DEA’s Time‑Warp Appointment: Terrance Cole and the Revival of “Reefer Madness”
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Terrance Cole, the newly confirmed Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Administrator, brings a worldview rooted in 1980s-era drug hysteria—one that dismisses decades of research, economic gains from cannabis legalization, and evolving public opinion. ...
Texas Governor Backs Regulation Over Ban in Hemp THC Showdown
DALLAS —Texas Governor Greg Abbott has drawn a firm line in the sand when it comes to the future of the hemp industry in the Lone Star State. In a public statement on July 22, ...
Single Psilocybin Dose Shows Promise in Easing OCD Symptoms, Study Finds
LOS ANGELES – In a pioneering study, researchers from the University of Hertfordshire and Imperial College have uncovered the potential of psilocybin to alleviate symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Published in Comprehensive Psychiatry on July ...
Glass House Raid Sparks Industry Fears and Rival Tensions
LOS ANGELES – Highly Capitalized Network-HCN is closely monitoring the unfolding developments following the July 10, 2025, when federal agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) stormed Glass House ...
EU Releases Cannapol Toolkit to Aid Member States in Crafting Adult-Use Cannabis Rules
BRUSSELS – The European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) unveiled the Cannapol toolkit, a set of resources intended to help national governments build regulated markets for recreational Cannabis. Developed over months of consultation with experts and ...
Trump’s CBD Endorsement for Medicare Sparks Rally in Cannabis Equities
LOS ANGELES – Shares in Cannabis companies climbed more than 20% on Monday, propelled by President Donald Trump's weekend social media post backing the inclusion of cannabidiol in Medicare coverage for older Americans. The AdvisorShares ...
Michigan House Approves 24% Tax on Wholesale Cannabis Sales for Road Repairs
LANSING – In a swift move to head off a potential state government shutdown, the Michigan House of Representatives passed legislation imposing a 24% excise tax on wholesale Cannabis transactions, directing the proceeds toward long-overdue ...
PBC publishes Cannabis Banking Directory as a Free Industry Resource
WASHINGTON, Aug. 29, 2022 "We need a bank - who will work with us?" is a common question across the cannabis industry. The Cannabis Banking Directory, published by the PBC Conference team, is a direct response to ...
The Value Cannabis Brand From Glass Brand From Glass House Brands – Launches First-Ever line of Vegan Cannabis Gummies
LONG BEACH, CA and TORONTO, Aug. 29, 2022 Glass House Brands Inc today launched an all-new line of vegan THC gummies under its value cannabis brand, Allswell, which serves as a uniting force to bring ...
Franchise Global Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results; Revenues Increased by $13.1 Million YoY to $13.5 Million
VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 26, 2022 Clifford Starke, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Franchise Global, stated, "The Company's German reportable segment continued its momentum in the quarter. Our results reflect the stability of our ...
Hemp Bombs Adds to Award-Winning Gummies Lineup with New Delta-8 and Delta-9 Sleep Gummies
TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 26, 2022 Hemp Bombs, the manufacturer and distributor of award-winning CBD, Delta-8 THC and Delta-9 THC Gummies, announces its newest additions to its gummy line, Delta-8 Sleep Gummies and Delta-9 Sleep Gummies. These are the first ...
Medical Cannabis Market to Generate USD 54.34 Billion Globally by 2029
CHICAGO - Data Bridge Market research has recently issued comprehensive industry research on “Global Medical Cannabis Market” which includes growth analysis, regional marketing, challenges, opportunities, and drivers analyzed in the report. Key elements of this ...
StateHouse Holdings Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results
SAN DIEGO and TORONTO - StateHouse Holdings Inc.(CSE: STHZ) (OTCQX: STHZF), a California-focused, cannabis enterprise, announced its financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, and provided additional business updates. The ...
New Study: Psilocybin Shows Promise Treating Alcoholism
LOS ANGELES- A recent study has been released that further adds to the growing body of research that shows psilocybin, the hallucinogenic component found in magic mushrooms, may be an effective treatment for alcohol addiction. ...
Abaca and Pacific Valley Bank Partner to Expand California Cannabis Banking Options
SALINAS, Calif., Aug. 25, 2022 Abaca, an industry-recognized financial platform for cannabis operators, and Pacific Valley Bank, are partnering to expand access to cannabis banking in the California market. For the first time since the ...
Tilray Medical Launches New Products and ‘CannaPoints’ Program to Support Patients Across Canada
TORONTO - Tilray Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: TLRY; TSX: TLRY), global cannabis and consumer packaged goods company announced that its medical cannabis division, Tilray Medical, has released new medical cannabis products, under Tilray and Aphria brands ...
Global Cannabis in Food and Beverage Market Size to Hit US$ 2818 Million by 2026
DUBLIN, Ireland - Facts and Factors has published a new research report titled “Cannabis in Food and Beverage Market by Product Type (Bakery Products, Candy, Chocolate, Beverages, Cereal Bars, Ice Cream, and Others), By Source ...
Fire & Flower US Holdings Inc. Closes $5,000,000 Convertible Debenture Financing
TORONTO - Fire & Flower US Holdings Inc. (formerly American Acres Managers), announced that it has completed a non-brokered private placement of unsecured convertible debentures in the principal amount of approximately $5,000,000 to the existing ...
Aurora Cannabis Acquires Controlling Interest in Bevo Farms
EDMONTON, AB - Aurora Cannabis Inc. (NASDAQ: ACB) (TSX: ACB), the Canadian company defining the future of cannabinoids worldwide, is pleased to announce today that a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company has acquired a controlling ...
Goodness Growth Holdings Announces Launch of Boundary Waters Pre-Rolls in Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS - Goodness Growth Holdings, Inc. (CSE: GDNS) (OTCQX: GDNSF), a physician-led, science-focused cannabis company and IP developer, announced the launch of its Boundary Waters line of premium cannabis pre-rolls focused on sustainability and environmental ...
Cannabis Drinks Market Value to Grow by Almost US$ 8.3 Billion in 2032 | Future Market Insights, Inc.
NEWARK, Del., Aug. 25, 2022. The global cannabis drinks market is set to witness growth at a CAGR of 37.3%and top a valuation of US$ 8.3 Bn by 2032. Various health benefits, such as improved sleep patterns, weight loss, ...
American Council of Cannabis Medicine Announces Strategic Partnership to Begin Working With the Health Care Sharing Industry
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2022. Today the American Council of Cannabis Medicine announced selection and participation in the NHCSA Building Bridges Program. To help foster understanding and provide resources for the health care sharing industry, and ...
Nextleaf to Launch its First THC-Free CBD Product
VANCOUVER, B.C- Nextleaf Solutions Ltd. (CSE: OILS) (OTCQB: OILFF) (FSE: L0MA) a federally regulated manufacturer and distributor of cannabis extracts including vapes and oils, announced the launch of its first THC-free Broad Spectrum CBD distillate ...
Glass House Brands Forms Genetics and Nursery Partnership with Seed Junky
LONG BEACH, Calif. and TORONTO, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Glass House Brands, Inc. (NEO: GLAS.A.U) (NEO: GLAS.WT.U) (OTCQX: GLASF) (OTCQX: GHBWF), one of the fastest-growing, vertically integrated cannabis companies in the U.S., today announced its partnership with Seed Junky Genetics. Seed ...
Tilray Medical Receives Verification From the Natural Health Science Foundation in Australia and New Zealand
SYDNEY, Australia - Tilray Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: TLRY; TSX: TLRY), a global cannabis-lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company inspiring and empowering the worldwide community to live their very best life, today announced that its medical ...
Hemp-Derived CBD Oil Market Size Is Projected to Reach USD 6.53 Billion by 2030
New York, United States - CBD (cannabinoid) is extracted from cannabis hemp plant leaves, flowers, and stems using two extraction methods, i.e., by removing the CBD and turning it into an isolate and using full-spectrum ...
RIV Capital Signs Lease for Flagship Cannabis Cultivation and Manufacturing Facility in Buffalo, New York
TORONTO - RIV Capital Inc. (CSE: RIV) (OTC: CNPOF), a cannabis packaged goods company with a focus on establishing one of the strongest portfolios of brands in key strategic U.S. markets, acting through its wholly-owned ...
Global Cannabidiol Market: Analysis of Market Size, Share & Trends for 2014 – 2019 and Forecasts to 2030
New York - Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Global Cannabidiol Market: Market Segments: By Source Type ; By Distribution Channel ;By End User ; and Region – Analysis of Market Size, Share & ...
Medical Marijuana Market Size Worth $40 Billion by 2028 at 19.2% CAGR
NEW YORK - The Insight Partners published latest research study on "Medical Marijuana Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis By Product (Dried Form and Extract Form), Application (Pain Management, Tourette Syndrome, ...
CULTA Announces Partnership with Top-Selling National Cannabis Brand Old Pal
Bethesda, MD-- CULTA, Maryland’s top producer of craft cannabis, today announced a partnership with Old Pal. Founded in 2018, Old Pal is a multi-state cannabis lifestyle brand that’s focused on offering quality products and trusted ...
Mystic Labs™ Debuts Delta-8 and Delta-9 Sleep Gummies
TAMPA, Fla.,-- Mystic Labs™, the manufacturer and distributor of Delta-8 THC products and Delta-9 THC Gummies, announces its newest additions to its gummy product line, Delta-8 Sleep Gummies and Delta-9 Sleep Gummies. These are the first Mystic Labs ...
Canadian Cannabis retailer SNDL Acquires Valens in $138MM Deal
CALGARY, AB and KELOWNA, BC- SNDL Inc. (Nasdaq: SNDL). and The Valens Company Inc. (TSX: VLNS) (Nasdaq: VLNS) announce today that they have entered into an arrangement agreement to combine their businesses and create a ...
