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Malaysia Weighs Cannabis Vaporizer Manufacturing for Export
LOS ANGELES— Malaysia’s Cabinet is set to decide whether to permit the manufacturing of cannabis vaporizer hardware for export, as Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad confirmed following a multi-agency review. The proposal centers ...
North Carolina Governor Establishes Cannabis Advisory Council Amid Unregulated THC Market
LOS ANGELES- North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has issued an executive order forming a 24–30 member North Carolina Advisory Council on Cannabis to develop policy recommendations aimed at regulating cannabis products and formalizing legalization strategies, ...
Cannabis Stocks Decline as Federal Reform Stalls in U.S
LOS ANGELES- U.S. cannabis stocks have declined sharply as investor enthusiasm dampens amid continued delays in federal reform. The AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF dropped around 48% in 2024, with company shares like Curaleaf, Verano, ...
Tilray Brands Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Results
LOS ANGELES--Tilray Brands, Inc. reported net revenue of $185.8 million for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, ending February 28. This represents a 1.4% decrease from the $188.3 million reported in the same quarter ...
Virginia General Assembly Upholds Governor’s Vetoes on Cannabis Legislation
LOS ANGELES-The Virginia General Assembly recently convened to address Governor Glenn Youngkin's vetoes and amendments on various legislative measures, including those pertaining to cannabis regulation. Despite efforts by Democratic lawmakers to overturn the vetoes, the ...
Organigram Acquires Collective Project to Enter U.S. Cannabis Beverage Market
LOS ANGELES- Organigram Global Inc. has acquired Collective Project Limited, a producer of cannabis and hemp-derived infused beverages. The acquisition involves an initial payment of approximately 6.2 million Canadian dollars (about $4.3 million), with potential ...
Trump’s Tariffs, Social Program Cuts, and the Future of the Cannabis Industry
NEW YORK- Economic policy doesn’t just influence government budgets—it reshapes entire industries. For the U.S. cannabis sector, still federally illegal and structurally fragmented, proposed tariffs and social program cuts under a second Trump administration could ...
Malaysia Weighs Cannabis Vaporizer Manufacturing for Export
LOS ANGELES— Malaysia’s Cabinet is set to decide whether to permit the manufacturing of cannabis vaporizer hardware for export, as Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad confirmed following a multi-agency review. The proposal centers ...
North Carolina Governor Establishes Cannabis Advisory Council Amid Unregulated THC Market
LOS ANGELES- North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has issued an executive order forming a 24–30 member North Carolina Advisory Council on Cannabis to develop policy recommendations aimed at regulating cannabis products and formalizing legalization strategies, ...
Cannabis Stocks Decline as Federal Reform Stalls in U.S
LOS ANGELES- U.S. cannabis stocks have declined sharply as investor enthusiasm dampens amid continued delays in federal reform. The AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF dropped around 48% in 2024, with company shares like Curaleaf, Verano, ...
Wisconsin Legislators Advocate for Veterans’ Access to Psilocybin Therapy Amid National Psychedelic Research Surge
LOS ANGELES- In a groundbreaking move, Wisconsin lawmakers are pushing for enhanced access to psilocybin, a psychedelic compound found in magic mushrooms, for military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This bipartisan bill represents ...
Irwin Naturals Inc. Reports Financial Performance in Q3 2023
LOS ANGELES- Irwin Naturals Inc, a key player in the cannabis and mental health sectors, recently disclosed its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2023, ending September 30, 2023. The report presents a complex ...
Maryland Supreme Court Refuses to Review Injunction on Anti-Intoxicating Hemp Law
LOS ANGELES- The Maryland Supreme Court has recently opted not to review a lower court's injunction against the enforcement of the state's law aimed at banning intoxicating hemp products. This decision, as detailed in a ...
Georgia Advances Medical Cannabis Program After Legal Delays
LOS ANGELES' In a significant development for Georgia's medical cannabis sector, state regulators have resumed the licensing process, concluding a prolonged two-year legal standoff. This move, as reported by the Valdosta Daily Times, comes after ...
Algernon Pharmaceuticals Partners with Seyltx Inc.
LOS ANGELES- Algernon Pharmaceuticals Inc., a Canadian clinical stage pharmaceutical development company, has announced a significant advancement in its research program. The company has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Seyltx Inc., a U.S.-based ...
Psychedelic Therapy for PTSD: Veterans Seek Healing in Mexico Amid U.S. Legal Restrictions
LOS ANGELES- A recent CBS News report has brought to light a significant trend among veterans dealing with PTSD: an increasing number are seeking psychedelic-assisted treatments in Mexico, utilizing substances currently deemed illegal by the ...
Optimi Health Obtains Key Amendment to Dealer’s Licence
LOS ANGELES- Optimi Health, a Canadian company specializing in psychedelic drug research and formulation, has achieved a significant milestone with Health Canada's approval of an amendment to its Dealer's Licence. This crucial development allows Optimi ...
Germany Amends Cannabis Legalization Bill, Balancing Reform and Regulation
BERLIN- German lawmakers have significantly revised the country's cannabis legalization bill, incorporating feedback from cannabis reform advocates and aiming for the bill's enactment in the upcoming spring. This development, as reported by Marijuana Moment, ...
Psyence Group Inc. Announces Resignation of Board Member Marvin Singer
LOS ANGELES- Psyence Group Inc a clinical-stage life science biotechnology firm at the forefront of utilizing nature-derived psilocybin for mental health and wellbeing, today announced the resignation of Mr. Marvin Singer from his role as ...
Compass Pathways Launches UK Phase of Landmark Psilocybin Study for Treatment-Resistant Depression
NEW YORK- Compass Pathways plc (Nasdaq: CMPS), a biotechnology leader dedicated to advancing mental health treatments, has announced the initiation of the UK component of its phase 3 program investigating COMP360 psilocybin treatment for treatment-resistant ...
Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission Settles Lawsuits
LOS ANGELES- The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) has made significant strides this week by reaching a settlement with license applicants, a move aimed at resolving the multiple lawsuits filed against the agency. This development, ...
Swedish Researchers Use Psychedelics to Explore Brain Function and AI Development
LOS ANGELES- In a groundbreaking study at Lund University in Sweden, researchers are employing psychedelic substances, specifically acid (LSD) and ketamine, to delve into the intricate workings of the brain. This unique approach aims to ...
Minnesota Tests New Saliva-Based Roadside Cannabis Impairment Assessment
LOS ANGELES- In a groundbreaking move, Minnesota's Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) has initiated a pilot program to test a saliva-based roadside cannabis impairment test. This innovative approach is designed to enhance the state's capabilities ...
New York and Missouri’s Contrasting Cannabis Market Progress in 2023
NEW YORK- In a striking contrast of cannabis market development, New York and Missouri have reported significantly differing sales figures in 2023. New York's licensed cannabis dispensaries have achieved over $100 million in adult-use sales, ...
Cybin Inc. Secures $30 Million in Funding to Advance Psychedelic Treatment Research
NEW YORK- Toronto-based Cybin Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, has successfully completed a significant funding round, bolstering its commitment to revolutionize mental healthcare through the development of innovative psychedelic treatments. The company announced the closure ...
