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Ex-Prosecutor Calls for Psilocybin Therapy Legalization in NY
NEW YORK – A former narcotics prosecutor who once enforced drug laws now argues that New York must open the door to psilocybin-assisted therapy, framing it as a necessary step toward treating chronic pain and ...
Supply Bottlenecks Stall Minnesota’s Adult-Use Cannabis Launch
MINNEAPOLIS – Minnesota's adult-use Cannabis sector kicked off with fanfare, but operators on the ground report bare shelves and mounting bills as wholesale supplies fail to keep pace with licensed retail outlets. The Office of ...
Former Texas Governor Rick Perry Champions Ibogaine Research at Dallas Documentary Films Event
DALLAS – Former Texas Governor Rick Perry called for broader access to ibogaine, a psychedelic compound derived from the African iboga shrub, during a panel discussion following a screening of documentary clips on Thursday night. ...
Trump’s Potential Cannabis Rescheduling Sparked Stock Rise and Industry Uncertainty
LOS ANGELES – On August 11, 2025, President Donald Trump’s public comments on potentially rescheduling Cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act skyrocketed Cannabis stocks. The AdvisorShares Pure U.S. Cannabis ...
Hemp-Derived THC Beverages Gain Traction as U.S. Alcohol Consumption Declines
LOS ANGELES – Hemp-derived THC beverages generated $382 million in sales in 2024, a marked increase from previous years, yet 2025 projections indicate tempered growth at $571 million, climbing to $756 million by 2029 with ...
Crafting Cannabis Excellence: How Quality Builds Lasting Brands
In the bustling Cannabis market, where fierce competition and economic pressures have driven prices down, many products risk blending into a sea of sameness. Yet, a select group of companies stands out by prioritizing premium ...
Cannabis Legalization Drives Property Growth, Research Finds
LOS ANGELES – The legalization of recreational Cannabis has had a substantial positive impact on home values across the United States, effectively dispelling myths that it harms property markets. From 2009 to 2024, homes in ...
Ex-Prosecutor Calls for Psilocybin Therapy Legalization in NY
NEW YORK – A former narcotics prosecutor who once enforced drug laws now argues that New York must open the door to psilocybin-assisted therapy, framing it as a necessary step toward treating chronic pain and ...
Supply Bottlenecks Stall Minnesota’s Adult-Use Cannabis Launch
MINNEAPOLIS – Minnesota's adult-use Cannabis sector kicked off with fanfare, but operators on the ground report bare shelves and mounting bills as wholesale supplies fail to keep pace with licensed retail outlets. The Office of ...
Former Texas Governor Rick Perry Champions Ibogaine Research at Dallas Documentary Films Event
DALLAS – Former Texas Governor Rick Perry called for broader access to ibogaine, a psychedelic compound derived from the African iboga shrub, during a panel discussion following a screening of documentary clips on Thursday night. ...
Additional Tax Credit Available to Cannabis
LOS ANGELES- One of the goals of California Assembly Bill 195, signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom on June 30, 2022, was to bring tax relief to the cannabis industry, a class of businesses ...
California’s High-Road Cannabis Tax Credits Comes with Challenges for Cannabis Business Owners
The High-Road Cannabis Tax Credit offers businesses potential tax savings of $250,000 per year. However, cannabis entrepreneurs are finding the necessary qualifications difficult to meet. Issues surrounding the size of the business, the wages that ...
Arkansas Attorney General Calls for Revisions to Medical Cannabis Expansion Initiative
LOS ANGELES- In a significant development impacting Arkansas' medical cannabis landscape, the state's Attorney General Tim Griffin has called for revisions to a proposed ballot initiative aimed at expanding the state’s medical cannabis program. This ...
FSD Pharma Bolsters Board and Enhances Market Strategy with New Appointments and Partnerships
LOS ANGELES- FSD Pharma, a player in the biopharmaceutical industry with a focus on innovative assets and biotech solutions, announced a significant change in its leadership and strategic partnerships. Dr. Sanjiv Chopra, a renowned figure ...
South Dakota Senate Committee Halts Bill Limiting Medical Cannabis Access
LOS ANGELES- In a significant turn of events, the South Dakota Senate Health and Human Services Committee, with a decisive vote of 5-2, chose to halt proceedings on a bill that threatened to restrict medical ...
Connecticut Liquor Stores Utilize Legal Loophole to Sell THC-Infused Beverages
LOS ANGELES- In a surprising turn of events, Connecticut liquor stores have begun selling THC-infused seltzers by leveraging a legal loophole in the state's cannabis laws. This development, as reported by CT Insider, involves adjusting ...
Led Lighting Helps Brighten Cultivators’ Financial Statements
Tightening down a business’s expenses and reducing its tax burden is a lot like the correct captaining of a sailboat. Once you’ve got your boat pointed in the direction you want it to go, you ...
Cannabis Companies Can Save Millions With One Tax Code Section
LOs ANGELES --At cannabis accountants, 420CPA, they like to highlight cutting-edge advisors we work with closely. Here’s a recent article from Bloomberg.com by Michelle Mabugat and Zackary Nolan of the L.A. law firm Greenberg Glusker. The piece ...
Kansas Advocates Push for Medical Cannabis Legalization
LOS ANGELES- In a recent online meeting, advocacy groups in Kansas intensified their call for the legalization of medical cannabis, highlighting personal stories and the urgency for legislative action. The meeting, originally planned as a ...
Review: Beard Bros Friday Sesh Live Event: Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES-The Beard Bros Pharms Friday Sesh Live event held in the scenic confines of an undisclosed venue by the sea in Malibu was an immersive dive into the heart of California's cannabis industry. Despite ...
Psyence Biomedical Merges with Newcourt, Listing and Raising US$10 Million for Clinical Trials
LOS ANGELES- Psyence Biomedical Ltd. a subsidiary of Psyence Group Inc, has successfully completed a merger with Newcourt Acquisition Corp (“Newcourt”), a special purpose acquisition company. This business combination, which received approval from Newcourt’s stockholders ...
Federal Investigation Uncovers Lax Pharmaceutical Practices in Trump’s White House Medical Unit
LOS ANGELES- A recent federal investigation has unearthed troubling findings regarding the White House Medical Unit's handling of prescription drugs during the Trump administration. The Department of Defense's 80-page report, released on January 8, reveals ...
Canopy Growth Secures US$35 Million in Private Placement to Bolster Liquidity and Reduce Debt
LOS ANGELES – Canopy Growth Corporation, a player in the cannabis industry, has announced an upsized private placement deal that aims to fortify the company's financial standing. The agreement, confirmed on January 18, 2024, involves ...
M&A in Cannabis: A Guide for Buyers and Sellers
Mergers and acquisition activity in the cannabis space tripled from 2020 to 2021, and that pace is on track to continue in 2022. With big players entering the global cannabis market, we’re fielding more questions about mergers ...
DankCan Dispensary: A Comprehensive Cannabis Retailer Turnaround in Michigan
Introduction: The Challenge The market began to mature, after the first few years of operations, and they were unprepared for what was to come. Market prices for retail cannabis dropped due to competition as many ...
