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Indiana Republicans Propose Statewide Oversight for Craft Hemp Market
INDIANAPOLIS – Three Republican members of the Indiana House introduced legislation this week to impose a structured permitting system on the sale and distribution of craft hemp products, a category that includes flower, beverages and ...
Wyld Acquires Grön
SEATTLE – Wyld, a leading producer of THC-CBD-infused gummies and chocolates, announced its agreement to acquire Grön, a Portland-based maker of sugar-coated pearls and confections, in a move that unites two prominent players in the ...
Compass Pathways Schedules Webinar on Psilocybin Therapy Advances for Depression and PTSD
LONDON – Compass Pathways plans to hold a virtual webinar to outline its steps toward launching a psilocybin-based therapy for treatment-resistant depression (TRD) and to share details on upcoming trials for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). ...
Missouri Cannabis Sales Fall to $118.9M in September
ST. LOUIS – Retailers in Missouri reported $118.9 million in Cannabis sales for September, a drop from the previous month's total and the second-lowest figure of the year so far. The decline of about 9% ...
Tilray Medical Expands to Panama Market
NEW YORK – Tilray Medical, the pharmaceutical arm of Tilray Brands Inc., has secured a medical Cannabis license in Panama, marking its latest step into Central America. The company formed a joint venture with local ...
Verano Launches Dispensary in Restored Ohio Train Depot
CHICAGO – Verano Holdings Corp. marked another step in its Ohio operations with the announcement of a grand opening for its Zen Leaf dispensary in Antwerp, a small village in northwest Ohio. The site, set ...
Glass House Brands Marks Milestone as First U.S. Cannabis Stock Tradable on Robinhood
LOS ANGELES – Glass House Brands Inc. began trading on the Robinhood app this week, opening the door for a broader swath of retail investors to access shares in a vertically integrated multistate Cannabis operator. ...
Indiana Republicans Propose Statewide Oversight for Craft Hemp Market
INDIANAPOLIS – Three Republican members of the Indiana House introduced legislation this week to impose a structured permitting system on the sale and distribution of craft hemp products, a category that includes flower, beverages and ...
Wyld Acquires Grön
SEATTLE – Wyld, a leading producer of THC-CBD-infused gummies and chocolates, announced its agreement to acquire Grön, a Portland-based maker of sugar-coated pearls and confections, in a move that unites two prominent players in the ...
Compass Pathways Schedules Webinar on Psilocybin Therapy Advances for Depression and PTSD
LONDON – Compass Pathways plans to hold a virtual webinar to outline its steps toward launching a psilocybin-based therapy for treatment-resistant depression (TRD) and to share details on upcoming trials for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). ...
U.S. Navy and Air Force Adapt Recruitment Policies to Reflect Societal Changes on Cannabis Use
LOS ANGELES- In a landmark shift reflecting broader societal and legal changes, the U.S. Navy has announced a significant adjustment to its recruitment policies regarding cannabis use. This policy modification, aimed at recruits who initially ...
U.S. Virgin Islands Sets Stage for Adult-Use Cannabis Market
LOS ANGELES- In a significant move for the U.S. Virgin Islands, the territory's Cannabis Board sanctioned a comprehensive set of rules and regulations for the adult-use cannabis sector on Tuesday, marking a pivotal advancement since ...
South Carolina Implements Strict Regulations on Hemp in Food and Beverages
LOS ANGELES- In a significant regulatory move, South Carolina has announced stringent restrictions on the inclusion of hemp-derived ingredients in food and beverage products, permitting only hemp seeds and their derivatives. This decision marks a ...
Cybin Inc. Reports Psychedelic Treatments and Financial Growth in Q3
LOS ANGELES- Cybin Inc., a development of next-generation psychedelic treatments for mental health disorders, today unveiled its unaudited financial outcomes for the third quarter ending December 31, 2023, alongside key business achievements. This period has ...
New Mexico Embraces Drive-Thru Cannabis Dispensaries
LOS ANGELES- In a pivotal decision reflecting the evolving landscape of cannabis commerce, New Mexico has chosen to endorse the operation of drive-thru cannabis dispensaries, a move that underscores the state's commitment to convenience and ...
California’s Proposed Bill Aims to Integrate Hemp Products into Cannabis Market
LOS ANGELES- In an effort to further regulate the cannabis industry, California lawmakers have introduced a draft bill that seeks to place hemp products under the same regulatory umbrella as cannabis. The proposed legislation, which ...
Pennsylvania’s Cannabis Market Poised for Expansion as Recreational Use Moves Closer to Reality
LOS ANGELES- Pennsylvania's cannabis industry is on the brink of a significant transformation as Governor Josh Shapiro pushes for the legalization of recreational marijuana use. In his recent budget address, the Democratic leader urged lawmakers ...
PharmaDrug Inc. Completes Private Placement to Bolster Corporate Initiatives
LOS ANGELES- a specialty pharmaceutical company, announce the successful completion of its previously disclosed non-brokered private placement, raising total gross proceeds of $326,000. In this offering, the company issued 6,520,000 units at a purchase price ...
Ohio Legislators Grapple with Implementing Changes to Adult-Use Cannabis Law
LOS ANGELES- In Ohio, the journey to fully implement adult-use cannabis legislation continues to encounter hurdles, despite the state's voters approving Issue 2 in November 2023. This initiative, which legalized recreational cannabis, came into effect ...
Michigan’s Cannabis Market Experiences Mixed Growth
LOS ANGELES- Michigan's cannabis industry has witnessed a varied growth pattern, with adult-use sales driving the market forward while medical cannabis sales face a significant decline. The state's cannabis sales increased by 17.1% compared to ...
Requesting a Private Letter Ruling
By Rachel Wright, Simon Menkes, & Abraham Finberg- CPAs licensed in California of AB FinWright LLP & 420CPA, and Andrew Gradman, Esq of Andrew Gradman Tax You may someday find yourself in a unique tax ...
Minnesota Mayor Arrested for Exceeding Legal Cannabis Cultivation Limits
NEW YORK- In an unexpected turn of events, the mayor of Winnebago, Minnesota, Scott Robertson, and his son Jacob Robertson, have been arrested for operating commercial-grade greenhouses to cultivate cannabis in quantities far exceeding the ...
Compass Pathways Launches Phase 3 Psilocybin Study in the UK for Treatment-Resistant Depression
Compass Pathways, a biotechnology firm at the forefront of mental health innovation, has initiated the UK segment of its global phase 3 study of COMP360 psilocybin therapy for treatment-resistant depression (TRD). This advancement, approved by ...
Massachusetts Lawmakers Advance Therapeutic Psilocybin Proposal
LOS ANGELES- In an effort to uphold its stringent stance against cannabis, Idaho legislators are deliberating on a new bill aimed at prohibiting advertisements for cannabis products, especially those coming from out-of-state businesses. This legislative ...
Thailand’s Cannabis Industry Faces Major Shift with New Draft Law
In a significant move that could reshape the cannabis landscape in Thailand, the government is preparing to introduce a draft law aimed at curbing the sale of cannabis for adult use and refocusing the burgeoning ...
