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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: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – Recent developments in the Cannabis and psychedelics sectors point to a period of cautious optimism, marked by stock gains, legal battles, and innovative expansions. From property value boosts tied to legalization to ...
TerrAscend Exits Michigan Market; Bay City–Burton Dispensaries to Close
LOS ANGELES -TerrAscend Corp., a publicly traded multi-state cannabis operator, announced plans to exit its Michigan operations by September 2025. The decision includes closing 20 retail outlets, including dispensaries in Bay City and Burton, along ...
Vireo Growth and Curio Wellness Forge Partnership to Enter New York Market
LOS ANGELES- Vireo Growth Inc. and Curio Wellness have announced a manufacturing-and-distribution agreement aimed at introducing Curio’s Best Self Collection into New York’s licensed cannabis market. Vireo will leverage its existing infrastructure to produce and ...
Green Thumb Industries Schedules Q2 2025 Earnings Call for August 6
LOS ANGELES- Green Thumb Industries Inc., a cannabis consumer packaged goods company and operator of RISE dispensaries, announced on July 2 that it will release its second-quarter 2025 financial results after market close on Wednesday, August 6, ...
SAFER Banking Act Frozen as Lawmakers Tackle War and Budget Issues
LOS ANGELES – The Secure and Fair Enforcement Regulation (SAFER) Banking Act, a bipartisan effort to grant state-legal cannabis businesses access to traditional banking services, remains mired in political gridlock, overshadowed by competing legislative priorities. ...
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: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – Recent developments in the Cannabis and psychedelics sectors point to a period of cautious optimism, marked by stock gains, legal battles, and innovative expansions. From property value boosts tied to legalization to ...
Tilray and Docklight Settle Dispute Over Bob Marley-Branded Cannabis Product Deal
LOS ANGELES- A legal battle between Tilray Brands Inc. and Docklight Brands concerning an agreement to market Bob Marley-branded cannabis products in Canada has come to a close. U.S. District Judge Tana Lin, located in ...
New York’s Legal Cannabis Sales Reach $83 Million in 2023
NEW YORK — Recreational cannabis sales in New York have hit the $83 million mark from the onset of 2023 through September 29, based on the latest preliminary data provided by the state's cannabis regulatory ...
Revive Therapeutics Partners with Canadian Defence Agency on Nerve Agent Treatment Research
TORONTO — Revive Therapeutics Ltd., a specialty life sciences firm dedicated to developing treatments for rare disorders and medical needs, announced today its collaboration with Defence R&D Canada – Suffield Research Centre (DRDC), an entity ...
Pharmaceutical Industry Faces Record-High Settlements Over a Decade, Report Shows
NEW YORK — A recent report has brought to light staggering numbers concerning financial settlements and penalties within the pharmaceutical sector. Published on Oct. 17 by ConsumerShield, the report reveals that over the past decade, ...
Cresco Labs Finalizes Sale of Arizona Operation and Secures Mortgage on New York Properties
CHICAGO — Cresco Labs Inc. has officially concluded the sale of its single licensed operation in Arizona to an affiliate of Mint Cannabis, marking another significant move in its strategic financial reshuffling. The sale, fetching ...
Germany Contemplates Cannabis Legalization Amid Mixed Responses
BERLIN — The German federal parliament is set to weigh in on a pivotal cannabis reform bill, marking a potential tectonic shift in the nation's stance on the plant. Championed by Chancellor Olaf Scholz, this ...
Psilocybin Shows Significant Potential in Mental Health Treatment, Study Reveals
LOS ANGELES- A groundbreaking study, recently published, has shed light on the profound implications of psilocybin use, especially in the realm of mental health. Demonstrating consistent reductions in depression, anxiety, and alcohol misuse, the research ...
Arizona Cannabis Sales Drop, But Annual Projection Remains Strong
LOS ANGELES-- Arizona's cannabis sales have experienced a significant downturn in 2023, with the lowest recorded sales in July. Nevertheless, annual projections for the state's cannabis market are optimistic and are still expected to parallel ...
Missouri-based Hwy35 Secures $22 Million Funding for Cannabis Facility in Minnesota
LOS ANGELES- As Minnesota joins the growing list of states legalizing adult-use cannabis, Missouri-based cannabis operator, Hwy35, is already laying down roots in the state with a significant $22 million funding boost from Minnesota state ...
Harvard University Embarks on Groundbreaking Study of Psychedelics
CAMBRIDGE- Harvard University, a name synonymous with academic excellence, is venturing into a new interdisciplinary field of study. The institution has announced the establishment of the Study of Psychedelics in Society and Culture, funded by ...
Canada Marks Five Years of Cannabis Legalization: A Look Back and Ahead
LOS ANGELES- October 17 marks a momentous occasion for Canada, as it celebrates the fifth anniversary of cannabis legalization, a pioneering move for an industrialized nation and one that has seen cannabis contributing roughly 0.5% ...
Cannabis and COVID-19: New Study Reveals Potential Benefits
LOS ANGELES- In the wake of the global pandemic, a novel study has shed light on the potential advantages of cannabis for those who contracted COVID-19. Published in the reputable CHEST Journal, the study suggests ...
Governor Gavin Newsom Faces a Crucial Decision on Psychedelic Decriminalization
LOS ANGELES- The movement to decriminalize psychedelics in California, a campaign spanning over six decades, stands at a pivotal juncture. SB58, the bill that seeks to decriminalize various natural psychedelics and pave the way for ...
Colombia Pivots Drug Policy Amid Global Changes
LOS ANGELES- In a bold move reflecting the changing landscape of the worldwide narcotics struggle, Colombia has introduced a fresh drug policy, signaling a significant departure from traditional enforcement-centered methods. President Gustavo Petro accentuated the ...
New York Extends Cannabis Licensing Application Deadline Amid Mounting Concerns and Legal Obstacles
NEW YORK- Amid a flood of applications and growing uncertainty from prospective cannabis entrepreneurs, New York’s Cannabis Control Board (CCB) has granted a two-week extension for cannabis business license applications. Originally slated to close on ...


















































