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As November Looms, the Intoxicating Hemp Industry Carries On — Calmly, Confidently, and Perhaps Optimistically
NEW YORK - Across the United States, the intoxicating hemp sector is behaving as though November 2026 is just another month on the calendar — not a potential regulatory cliff. That’s when new federal restrictions, ...
OPINION: The Cannabis Industry That Left Black America Behind
LOS ANGELES- America’s legal Cannabis industry loves to tell a redemption story: a plant once criminalized is now regulated, normalized, and generating billions in tax revenue. But redemption for whom? Black History Month shouldn’t just ...
Week in Review: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – The Cannabis and Psychedelics sectors remain in a state of flux, balancing regulatory progress, market milestones, and corporate maneuvers with persistent challenges. Mature markets posted impressive revenue numbers, major operators strengthened their ...
Week in Review: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – Operators and investors in Cannabis and Psychedelics faced a week of sharp contrasts. Federal action ended the longest government shutdown on record, yet it delivered a body blow to hemp-derived products that ...
Europe Advances Psychedelic Medicine with Targeted Approvals in Three Nations
BERLIN – Switzerland's long-standing framework for psychedelic treatments has set a course for its neighbors, as Germany and the Czech Republic roll out their own programs to address stubborn mental health conditions. These steps mark ...
Tilray Updated Investor Presentation Detailing Diversification Strategy
NEW YORK – Tilray Brands Inc. laid out its broadened ambitions in a new Investor Presentation. The document maps a course for the company to solidify its place as a consumer goods player, blending Cannabis ...
Argent BioPharma Secures AU$11M Facility to Finalize AusCann Assets Purchase
SYDNEY – Argent BioPharma Ltd., a developer of cannabinoid-based treatments for neurological disorders, has arranged an AU$11 million convertible debt facility to close its pending acquisition of key assets from the defunct AusCann Group Holdings ...
As November Looms, the Intoxicating Hemp Industry Carries On — Calmly, Confidently, and Perhaps Optimistically
NEW YORK - Across the United States, the intoxicating hemp sector is behaving as though November 2026 is just another month on the calendar — not a potential regulatory cliff. That’s when new federal restrictions, ...
OPINION: The Cannabis Industry That Left Black America Behind
LOS ANGELES- America’s legal Cannabis industry loves to tell a redemption story: a plant once criminalized is now regulated, normalized, and generating billions in tax revenue. But redemption for whom? Black History Month shouldn’t just ...
Week in Review: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – The Cannabis and Psychedelics sectors remain in a state of flux, balancing regulatory progress, market milestones, and corporate maneuvers with persistent challenges. Mature markets posted impressive revenue numbers, major operators strengthened their ...
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 ...
A 39-Item Tax and Accounting Year-End Checklist for Your Small Business
Keeping your accounting records up to date all year long is essential for any business so you can see exactly where your business stands and be able to make thoughtful decisions based on clean numbers. ...
Transfer Pricing Is an Often-Overlooked Necessity in Cannabis
Cannabis industry participants face a tough battle under a litany of regulations that may not change much in the near future. Transfer pricing rules must be considered and acted on properly to avoid even more ...
Broad Support in Canada for Psilocybin Use in Palliative Care, New Study Reveals
LOS ANGELES — A recent Canadian study, published in the medical journal Palliative Medicine, has revealed significant public support for the use of psilocybin, a psychedelic compound, in treating existential dread among end-of-life patients. Conducted by ...
Maine Considers Legalizing Cannabis Social Clubs Amid Public Health Concerns
LOS ANGELES- Maine legislators are currently deliberating on a significant bill that could pave the way for the establishment of cannabis social clubs and authorize on-site consumption at dispensaries. This initiative, highlighted in a recent ...
PharmAla Launches “MDXXF” Ticker Amid MDMA Research
LOS ANGELES- PharmAla Biotech Holdings Inc., a biotechnology company specializing in the research, development, and manufacturing of novel MDMA derivatives (MDXX class molecules), has announced the introduction of its new OTC ticker symbol, "MDXXF." This ...
FinCEN’s Corporate Transparency Act Has Arrived
NEW YORK- 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 businesses1 and many smaller foreign companies doing business ...
Organigram Advances in Cannabis Market with Strategic British American Tobacco Investment
LOS ANGELES- Organigram Holdings Inc., a significant player in the cannabis industry, has successfully closed the first tranche of a substantial investment from British American Tobacco's subsidiary, BT DE Investments Inc. This move marks a ...
Ohio Cannabis Market Faces Challenges Amid Optimism for Adult-Use Expansion
LOS ANGELES- Ohio's medical cannabis market, one of the nation's most strictly regulated, showed signs of plateauing in 2023, with an increase of just 1.2% in annual sales compared to the previous year. This marks ...
New Jersey Moves Forward with Cannabis Consumption Lounge Regulations
LOS ANGELES- The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) is taking significant strides in the realm of cannabis consumption with the unanimous approval of regulations for consumption lounges, a pivotal development in the state's cannabis ...
