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RESPECT: House Lawmakers Introduce Cannabis Equity Resolution
WASHINGTON – A group of eight House lawmakers, led by members of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus, filed a resolution aimed at bolstering fair access to the burgeoning Cannabis sector for communities long sidelined by federal ...
Bipartisan Measure Targets Barriers to Psychedelic Therapies for Terminal Patients
WASHINGTON – A group of House and Senate lawmakers from both parties unveiled legislation to permit physicians to deliver Schedule I substances, including MDMA and psilocybin, to individuals grappling with terminal illnesses or severe mental ...
Curaleaf Opens 70th Dispensary in Florida
STAMFORD – Curaleaf Holdings Inc. added its 70th medical Cannabis dispensary in Florida, targeting patients along the Space Coast with a new location in Cape Canaveral. The store, set for a grand opening on December ...
Curaleaf Gains Entry to S&P/TSX Composite Index, Today Officially
TORONTO – Today, Curaleaf Holdings Inc. officially joined the S&P/TSX Composite Index, becoming the first U.S.-based Cannabis company to achieve this status. The addition, effective before the market open and following a two-week set period, ...
Cannabis Market Faces Inevitable Wave of Consolidations to Keep the Pace of Dynamics
LOS ANGELES – Viridian Capital Advisors' Chart of the Week painted a picture of a highly fragmented U.S. Cannabis industry, where the top five multi-state operators (MSOs) generated about $4.8 billion in revenue, equating to ...
Snoop Dogg’s Venture Firm Boosts UK Cannabis Clinic with £4.5M Investment
LONDON – Casa Verde Capital, co-founded by rapper Snoop Dogg, has pumped £4.5 million [$6 million] into Mamedica, the United Kingdom's dominant online provider of medical Cannabis prescriptions, in what stands as the biggest funding ...
Ohio Cannabis Sales Hit $3B Mark at Steady Pace of Recreational Expansion
COLUMBUS – New York may command the spotlight in East Coast Cannabis discussions, with its market posting $1 billion in sales through August of this year alone, but Ohio's program has methodically built a formidable ...
RESPECT: House Lawmakers Introduce Cannabis Equity Resolution
WASHINGTON – A group of eight House lawmakers, led by members of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus, filed a resolution aimed at bolstering fair access to the burgeoning Cannabis sector for communities long sidelined by federal ...
Bipartisan Measure Targets Barriers to Psychedelic Therapies for Terminal Patients
WASHINGTON – A group of House and Senate lawmakers from both parties unveiled legislation to permit physicians to deliver Schedule I substances, including MDMA and psilocybin, to individuals grappling with terminal illnesses or severe mental ...
Curaleaf Opens 70th Dispensary in Florida
STAMFORD – Curaleaf Holdings Inc. added its 70th medical Cannabis dispensary in Florida, targeting patients along the Space Coast with a new location in Cape Canaveral. The store, set for a grand opening on December ...
Optimi Health Corp. Partners with Sunshine Earth Labs to Supply Psychedelic Substances for Medicinal Research
LOS ANGELES- Optimi Health Corp. a Canadian company recognized for its work in controlled psychedelic substances such as natural psilocybin and MDMA, has announced a significant supply agreement with Sunshine Earth Labs Ltd., a British ...
Democratic Governors Urge President Biden to Expedite Cannabis Rescheduling by DEA
LOS ANGELES- A coalition of Democratic governors from six states has formally requested President Joe Biden to ensure the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reclassifies cannabis before the end of 2023. The group's call to action, ...
New York Intensifies Efforts to Combat Illicit Cannabis Shops with Increased Inspections and Seizures
LOS ANGELES- In a continued effort to regulate and control the cannabis market in New York, state agencies are intensifying their crackdown on illegal dispensaries. Alexander, in a recent press release, highlighted the importance of ...
Massachusetts Cannabis Commission Chair’s Hearing Postponed Amid Allegations
LOS ANGELES- In a recent development within the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), Chairwoman Shannon O’Brien’s hearing, scheduled for Tuesday, has been deferred following a judge's intervention. This postponement arises amid accusations of racially insensitive ...
Psychedelics Industry Sees Surge in Business Activity Amid Push for Mainstream Acceptance
LOS ANGELES- The psychedelics industry is witnessing a remarkable surge in business deals, partnerships, and mergers, marking a significant shift toward mainstream acceptance and legitimacy. A staggering 500% increase in dealmaking over the past four ...
Illinois Sets Record in Cannabis Sales; Boosts Social Equity and Diversity in Licensing
LOS ANGELES- Illinois' adult-use cannabis retailers hit a historic peak in November, achieving the highest sales to in-state residents in a single month since the opening of cannabis shops in January 2020. The total sales ...
Ohio Senate Passes Bill Expanding Voter-Approved Cannabis Initiative
LOS ANGELES- In a striking development, Ohio's Republican-controlled Senate has passed a bill that significantly broadens the scope of the state’s voter-approved cannabis initiative, Issue 2. Contrary to initial fears of advocates, the amended legislation, ...
DEA Warns Georgia Pharmacies Against Dispensing Medical Cannabis
LOS ANGELES-The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has issued a stark warning to pharmacies in Georgia, stating that dispensing medical cannabis remains illegal under federal law. This warning comes nearly two months after the Georgia Board ...
New Jersey Considers Home Cultivation for Medical Cannabis Patients
LOS ANGELES- New Jersey is on the brink of a significant legislative change in its cannabis policy. A new bill has been introduced, aiming to legalize home cultivation of cannabis for registered medical cannabis patients. ...
Florida’s Evolving Medical Cannabis Landscape: Trends and Future Prospects
LOS ANGELES - Florida’s medical cannabis market is witnessing significant growth, with over 850,000 active cannabis patients, representing about 4% of the state's population. Insights from the Brightfield Group’s U.S. Cannabis Consumer highlight several key ...
llinois Cannabis Market Reaches New Heights in November Sales
LOS ANGELES- November marked a significant milestone for Illinois' adult-use cannabis market, achieving record-breaking sales predominantly from in-state residents, and ranking as the fifth-highest monthly total since the inception of legal cannabis shops in January ...
Numinus Releases 2023 Financial Year Results
LOS ANGELES- As the financial quarter reports roll out, they offer insights into the performance and strategic directions of various companies. Numinus Wellness Inc., a notable player in the burgeoning psychedelic therapeutics industry, has recently ...
Advancing Medical Cannabis Research in the UK: Progress and Challenges
LOS ANGELES- In 2018, the United Kingdom took a significant step by legalizing medical cannabis, yet its integration into the National Health Services (NHS) has been slow, marked by a lack of clinical studies and ...
Braxia Scientific Corp. Announces Financial Results and Strategic Review
LOS ANGELES- Braxia Scientific Corp, a medical research company known for its innovative ketamine and psilocybin treatments for depression and related disorders, has recently disclosed its financial statements and management discussion for the first half ...
Germany’s Cannabis Legalization Vote Postponed Amid Political Hurdles and Public Debate
BERLIN- Germany's anticipated vote on legalizing cannabis, a significant step in the country's journey towards legalization, has been deferred to next year. This postponement, influenced by the Social Democratic Party (SPD)'s concerns, represents the latest ...
