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Tilray Executes 1-for-10 Reverse Stock Split to Trim Shares and Cut Costs
NEW YORK – Tilray Brands Inc. confirmed it will carry out a 1-for-10 reverse stock split on its common shares, a step shareholders greenlit back in June to help the company meet Nasdaq listing standards ...
New York State OCM Updates Medical Cannabis Program, Expands Access for Out-of-State Patients
ALBANY – Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill into law that extends New York's medical Cannabis program to patients certified in other states, marking the most substantial revision to the initiative since its 2016 launch. ...
New Brunswick Government Bets on Organigram with $2M Grant
MONCTON – Organigram Global Inc. has secured $2 million in provincial funding to support a $9.3 million project aimed at revamping its flagship cultivation site here. The upgrade, which targets lighting systems across 75 grow ...
France Upholds Pesticide Ban, Guaranteeing Survival of the Bees
LOS ANGELES- Over the past decade, France has stood at the center of Europe’s fight to protect pollinators from the devastating effects of pesticides. In 2018, the nation became the first EU member to ban ...
OPINION: The People Have Spoken: It’s Time to End Federal Cannabis Prohibition (and Release the Epstein Files)
LOS ANGELES- With 87% of Americans supporting Cannabis legalization — and nearly 80% demanding the release of the Epstein files — public consensus on reform and transparency has never been stronger. The question now is ...
How Professional Services Firms That Serve Cannabis Can Thrive in the Wellness Industry
NEW YORK- Professional service providers — from accountants and attorneys to brand strategists and tech consultants — have played an indispensable role in legitimizing and professionalizing the Cannabis sector. These same firms now have a ...
Curaleaf Executive Vice Chairman Adopts Automated Share Sales Plan
STAMFORD – Joseph F. Lusardi, executive vice chairman of Curaleaf Holdings Inc., has put in a place an automatic securities disposition plan (ASDP) to sell company shares, a move designed to handle tax obligations tied ...
Tilray Executes 1-for-10 Reverse Stock Split to Trim Shares and Cut Costs
NEW YORK – Tilray Brands Inc. confirmed it will carry out a 1-for-10 reverse stock split on its common shares, a step shareholders greenlit back in June to help the company meet Nasdaq listing standards ...
New York State OCM Updates Medical Cannabis Program, Expands Access for Out-of-State Patients
ALBANY – Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill into law that extends New York's medical Cannabis program to patients certified in other states, marking the most substantial revision to the initiative since its 2016 launch. ...
New Brunswick Government Bets on Organigram with $2M Grant
MONCTON – Organigram Global Inc. has secured $2 million in provincial funding to support a $9.3 million project aimed at revamping its flagship cultivation site here. The upgrade, which targets lighting systems across 75 grow ...
New York Bill Seeks to Legalize Psilocybin Service Centers
LOS ANGELES- New York legislation Assembly Bill 10375, introduced by Assembly Health Committee Chair Amy Paulin, aims to legalize psilocybin service centers. If passed, the bill would create a regulatory framework for licensing these centers ...
Iowa Governor Signs Bill Imposing THC Caps on Hemp-Derived Products
LOS ANGELES- Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has signed a new bill that imposes strict THC caps on cannabinoid-infused hemp products, significantly impacting the industry. The law, effective July 1, limits THC content to 4 milligrams ...
Daily Cannabis Use Surpasses Daily Alcohol Consumption in the U.S.
LOS ANGELES- Recent analysis of national survey data reveals that more Americans now admit to daily cannabis use than to daily alcohol consumption. Published in the journal Addiction, the research found that in 2022, approximately ...
House Armed Services Committee Approves NDAA with Provision on Cannabis Testing for Military Recruits
LOS ANGELES- The House Armed Services Committee has approved the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a comprehensive defense bill crucial for funding national defense and military operations. A significant provision within the bill prohibits ...
Massachusetts Cannabis Dispensaries File Suit Over Shipping Restrictions
LOS ANGELES- Two cannabis dispensaries in Massachusetts, Island Time on Martha’s Vineyard and The Green Lady Dispensary on Nantucket Island, have filed a lawsuit against state regulators. The suit challenges restrictions that prevent them from ...
California Senate Halts Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Bill
LOS ANGELES- In a significant setback for advocates of psychedelic-assisted therapy, California's proposal to legalize treatment centers for supervised access to substances like psilocybin and MDMA has been halted. The Senate Appropriations Committee dropped Senate ...
atai Life Sciences Announces Key Developments in Clinical Trials and Leadership Transition
LOS ANGELES- atai Life Sciences, a leading company in the mental health biopharmaceutical sector, has announced significant progress in its clinical trials and a strategic leadership transition, underscoring its commitment to advancing mental health care. ...
Silo Pharma Announces Positive Research Results on Depression Treatment
LOS ANGELES-Silo Pharma, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company specializing in novel formulations and drug delivery systems for traditional therapeutics and psychedelic treatments, has announced new research findings indicating promising advances in depression remission and relapse prevention. ...
California Assembly Passes Bill to Allow Food, Drinks, and Events at Cannabis Cafes
LOS ANGELES- The California State Assembly has approved legislation permitting licensed cannabis cafes to serve food and non-alcoholic beverages and host live events, such as music and other performances. The bill now advances to the ...
Glass House Withdraws Defamation Lawsuit Against Catalyst Cannabis
LOS ANGELES- Glass House Brands Inc. has retracted its defamation lawsuit against Catalyst Cannabis Co., citing concerns over Catalyst's financial viability and the potential harassment of its customers. This withdrawal marks a significant turn in ...
New Hampshire Senate Approves Cannabis Legalization Bill with State-Run Dispensaries
LOS ANGELES- The New Hampshire Senate has passed an adult-use cannabis legalization bill that includes a state-run dispensary system. The bill, favored by Republican Governor Chris Sununu, marks the first time the chamber has approved ...
Victoria to Launch World’s First Medical Cannabis Driving Trial
WORLD- Victoria, the first Australian state to legalize medical cannabis in 2016, is set to initiate a groundbreaking medical cannabis driving trial. As part of the Victorian Budget 2024/25, the Labor Government has allocated $4.9 ...
Delaware Bill Proposes Temporary Conversion Licenses for Medical Cannabis Retailers
NEW YORK- Sponsored by State Representative Ed Osienski and Senator Trey Paradee, House Bill 408 aims to create a pathway for medical cannabis retailers in Delaware to obtain temporary conversion licenses, enabling them to legally ...
Ayr Wellness Inc. Reports Q1 2024 Financial Performance
LOS ANGELES- Ayr Wellness Inc., a vertically integrated U.S. multi-state cannabis operator, has reported significant financial advancements in the first quarter of 2024, underscoring its commitment to sustainable and profitable growth. The company aims to ...
California’s Proposal to Legalize Psychedelic Treatment Centers Fails for the Year
LOS ANGELES- The proposal to legalize psychedelic treatment centers in California has been shelved for the year. The initiative was developed in response to concerns raised by Governor Gavin Newsom (D) after he vetoed a ...
