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AYR Locks In $50M Bridge Loan to Strengthen Restructuring Efforts
MIAMI – AYR Wellness Inc., a vertically integrated multistate Cannabis operator, has finalized a senior secured bridge credit agreement offering up to $50 million in funding to maintain operations and advance its restructuring plan. The ...
NY Regulators Delay Hearing in Bid for Settlement with Cannabis Dispensary Owners
NEW YORK – New York state Cannabis regulators have postponed a key hearing on a disputed proximity rule, aiming to negotiate a resolution with affected dispensary operators. The move comes after a lawsuit from business ...
Cannabis Stocks Rally but Remain Undervalued Relative to Peers, Viridian Report Finds
LOS ANGELES – U.S. Cannabis companies have posted impressive gains this year, yet their valuations still trail those of comparable industries, a new analysis from Viridian Capital Advisors indicates. The Weekly Chart by Viridian plots ...
McConnell Seeks to Close 2018 Hemp “Loophole” in Senate Funding Bill
LOS ANGELES- Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell is advancing a provision in the FY 2026 agriculture appropriations bill aimed at revising the federal hemp definition to bar products containing any “quantifiable” amount of THC. The action ...
Psilocybin Study Suggests Potential for Longevity Benefits
LOS ANGELES- New preclinical research indicates that psilocybin the active psychoactive compound in psychedelic mushrooms—may significantly extend lifespan in both human cells and aged mice. Published July 8, 2025, in npj Aging, the study found ...
Challenges Emerge Over Kentucky’s Medical Cannabis License Lottery
LOS ANGELES- A coalition of Kentucky-based businesses has filed legal proceedings challenging the fairness and constitutionality of the state’s April 2024 medical cannabis license lottery. The lawsuit, lodged in Jefferson Circuit Court on June 27, ...
Aegis Capital Maintains Buy Rating on atai Life Sciences with $8 Target
LOS ANGELES- Aegis Capital has reaffirmed its Buy rating on atai Life Sciences N.V. (NASDAQ: ATAI), maintaining a price target of $8 following the release of positive Phase 2b results for BPL-003, the company’s investigational ...
AYR Locks In $50M Bridge Loan to Strengthen Restructuring Efforts
MIAMI – AYR Wellness Inc., a vertically integrated multistate Cannabis operator, has finalized a senior secured bridge credit agreement offering up to $50 million in funding to maintain operations and advance its restructuring plan. The ...
NY Regulators Delay Hearing in Bid for Settlement with Cannabis Dispensary Owners
NEW YORK – New York state Cannabis regulators have postponed a key hearing on a disputed proximity rule, aiming to negotiate a resolution with affected dispensary operators. The move comes after a lawsuit from business ...
Cannabis Stocks Rally but Remain Undervalued Relative to Peers, Viridian Report Finds
LOS ANGELES – U.S. Cannabis companies have posted impressive gains this year, yet their valuations still trail those of comparable industries, a new analysis from Viridian Capital Advisors indicates. The Weekly Chart by Viridian plots ...
Week In Review: Ontario’s New Store Cap Signals Retail Market Consolidation; FDA Endorses Historic Shift in Cannabis Classification to Schedule III; Belgium’s Drug Policy Reform
LOS ANGELES–Welcome to the far too-exciting world of cannabis and psychedelics, where it’s a tale of two markets: there’s innovation and progress in full swing in some parts of the country, while in other parts, ...
Week In Review: Over 2.3 Million Cannabis Convictions Pardoned in U.S. Since 2018; West Virginia Eyes Cannabis Legalization in Fight Against Fentanyl Crisis ;VA to Explore Psychedelics for PTSD and Depression
LOS ANGELES–Welcome to the far too-exciting world of cannabis and psychedelics, where it’s a tale of two markets: there’s innovation and progress in full swing in some parts of the country, while in other parts, ...
Week In Review: Cannabis Stocks Rally; FinCen Compliance takes effect; Oakland Tragedy Highlights Urgent Need for Federal Cannabis Policy Reform; Tennessee Hemp Industry Faces Setback from New Regs; AMA Introduces Psychedelic Therapy Codes In FDA Review of Prescription MDMA
LOS ANGELES–Welcome to the far too-exciting world of cannabis and psychedelics, where it’s a tale of two markets: there’s innovation and progress in full swing in some parts of the country, while in other parts, ...
Navigating the Financial Chaos: Cannabis Dispensaries Seek Stability Amidst Credit Card Upheaval
LOS ANGELES-In the fast-evolving landscape of the cannabis industry, the constant shutdowns of credit card payment platforms for dispensaries have become a recurring theme. This article delves into the intricacies of the issue, exploring the ...
Cannabis Businesses in America Face a Big Headache: FinCEN’s Corporate Transparency Act Has Arrived
LOS ANGELES- Enacted by Congress in 2021, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect on January 1, 2024 and affects more than 30 million American small businesses and many smaller foreign companies doing business ...
Challenges Persist in New York’s Transition to Legal Cannabis Market Amid Illicit Trade
NEW YORK- As New York's legal cannabis market surpasses its first year, significant challenges remain in curbing the state's rampant illicit cannabis trade. Despite efforts by the New York Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), the ...
Mississippi Health Officials Issue Retesting Order for Medical Cannabis Products
LOS ANGELES- In a significant move to ensure public safety, Mississippi health officials have mandated the retesting of approximately 70% of the medical cannabis products available in the state. This decision comes in response to ...
California Cannabis Retailer Sues State Agencies Over Alleged Unlawful Tax Collection Practices
LOS ANGELES- HNHPC Inc., part of Long Beach-based Catalyst Cannabis Co., has initiated legal action against several state agencies, including the primary tax collection bureau. The lawsuit, filed on December 28 in Orange County Superior ...
Lykos Therapeutics Secures Over $100 Million in Series A Financing
LOS ANGELES- Lykos Therapeutics, previously known as MAPS Public Benefit Corporation, has achieved a significant milestone in its journey to revolutionize mental healthcare. The company announced an oversubscribed Series A financing, raising over $100 million, ...
Missouri Legislature Addresses Cannabis Regulation and Law Enforcement Policies
LOS ANGELES— The 2024 legislative session in Missouri, convened in Jefferson City, has sparked significant discussions on cannabis regulation, with a particular focus on cannabinoid products and law enforcement practices. Senate Bill 984, championed by ...
Cybin Inc. Advances Psychedelic Therapy with Promising Phase 2 Results and Upcoming Trials
LOS ANGELES- Cybin Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company at the forefront of psychedelic-based mental health treatments, recently announced encouraging results from its Phase 2 study of CYB003 for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and outlined key ...
AMA Introduces Psychedelic Therapy Codes Amidst FDA Review of Prescription MDMA
-LOS ANGELES The American Medical Association (AMA) has taken a significant step in the realm of psychedelic therapy by introducing specific codes for these treatments. This development aligns with the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) ...
New Jersey Allocates Cannabis Tax Revenue to Community Health and Safety Initiatives
LOS ANGELES- In the evolving landscape of cannabis legalization, states across America are exploring innovative uses for the tax revenue generated from this burgeoning industry. New Jersey has emerged as a leader in this domain, ...
Silo Pharma Advances in Development of Ketamine-Loaded Implant for Chronic Pain Treatment
LOS ANGELES- In a significant step towards innovating chronic pain management, developmental-stage biopharmaceutical company Silo Pharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: SILO) has reported notable progress in the development of SP-26, a ketamine-loaded implant designed for home treatment ...
UFC Pioneers Change by Excluding Cannabis from Banned Substances List
LOS ANGELES- In a landmark decision that is set to reshape drug policies in professional sports, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has removed cannabis from its list of banned substances. Announced in Las Vegas, Nevada, ...
