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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 ...
LEEF Brands Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results
VANCOUVER – LEEF Brands Inc. disclosed its second-quarter financials, showing steady revenue gains offset by squeezed margins and ongoing losses. The company reported $8.7 million in revenue for the period ended June 30, a 10% ...
New Zealand Approves Psilocybin for Medicinal Use
LOS ANGELES— New Zealand’s government has authorized the prescription of psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in so‑called “magic mushrooms,” for patients with treatment‑resistant depression. This marks the first time psilocybin has been approved for medical use ...
Psyence Group Inc. Announces C$600,000 Private Share Offering
LOS ANGELES— Psyence Group Inc. a biotechnology firm focused on nature-derived psilocybin for mental health and palliative care, has announced a non-brokered private placement to raise up to C$600,000. The offering, detailed in a news ...
Texas Governor Expands Medical Cannabis Program, Vetoes THC Ban
LOS ANGELES— Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 46 into law, significantly expanding the state’s limited medical cannabis program, while vetoing Senate Bill 3, which aimed to ban hemp‑derived THC products—including delta‑8 gummies, ...
Method Man and Zamnesia Partner to Launch Eight TICAL Cannabis Seeds in U.S. and Europe
LOS ANGELES- Zamnesia—a European online retailer specializing in cannabis seeds—has partnered with Method Man’s cannabis brand, TICAL, to launch eight exclusive premium seeds across the U.S. and Europe. The collaboration, announced in early June 2025, ...
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 ...
LEEF Brands Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results
VANCOUVER – LEEF Brands Inc. disclosed its second-quarter financials, showing steady revenue gains offset by squeezed margins and ongoing losses. The company reported $8.7 million in revenue for the period ended June 30, a 10% ...
Analysis: One of Three Cannabis Stocks Stands Out Amid Market Volatility
NEW YORK, NY–In a whirlwind morning of trading, cannabis investors found themselves on a roller-coaster ride, with shares of prominent cannabis companies Tilray Brands, Canopy Growth, and Aurora Cannabis experiencing significant price fluctuations in just ...
FARRIS FORWARD: Navigating the Volatile Waters of the Cannabis Industry: A Guide for Operators
FARRIS FORWARD: Welcome to Farris Forward, a new series of articles curated by Jon Farris and distributed by Highly Capitalized. The series highlights the insights and strategies being deployed by industry insiders and experts, offering ...
The Cannabis Debate in Texas: A Clash of Economic Potential and Cultural Values
DALLAS -In the midst of a shifting national perspective on cannabis legalization, Texas finds itself at a pivotal juncture, where economic prospects are being meticulously weighed against deeply entrenched cultural values and public safety concerns. ...
Local Initiatives Pave the Way for Potential Statewide Cannabis Decriminalization in Texas
DALLAS- In the heart of Texas, a state steeped in a tradition of independence and self-reliance, a grassroots movement is taking shape that could potentially alter the legal landscape surrounding cannabis possession and use. Several ...
Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference Unites Industry Titans and Advocates in Chicago
CHICAGO–Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference, the world's largest and most successful cannabis investing and finance event, will return to Chicago on Sept. 27-28, 2023, at the Magnificent Mile Marriott in the heart of the Windy City. ...
Massachusetts Cannabis Sales Soar to $5 Billion Amid Regional Demand Surge
In a remarkable display of the burgeoning cannabis industry's strength, Massachusetts reported a milestone in adult-use cannabis sales, hitting the $5 billion mark on August 31. This achievement comes on the heels of record-breaking monthly ...
MindMed Advances in Anxiety Treatment with Successful Phase 2b Study Enrollment
LOS ANGELES -- In a significant development in the biopharmaceutical sector, MindMed, a clinical-stage company listed on NASDAQ and NEO has successfully wrapped up the enrollment and dosing phase of a critical study, MMED008. This ...
Floridians Show Significant Support for Adult-Use Cannabis, Poll Finds
LOS ANGELES-- A recent survey conducted by the University of South Florida and Florida Atlantic University has revealed that a substantial majority of Floridians are in favor of legalizing adult-use cannabis, with a significant portion ...
Psyched Wellness Secures $4.5 Million in Second Tranche of Financing, Aims to Expand Amanita Muscaria Product Line
LOS ANGELES-- Psyched Wellness Ltd., A player in the functional mushroom sector, has successfully closed a second tranche of its non-brokered private placement, securing gross proceeds of $4.5 million, as per the company's recent announcement. ...
New York Opens the Door for Established Cannabis Operators to Enter the Adult-Use Market
NEW YORK-- In a significant move that could reshape the cannabis landscape in New York, state regulators voted on Tuesday to permit existing medical cannabis operators to apply for adult-use retail licenses. This decision potentially ...
Amsterdam’s Cannabis Tourism Dwindles, Paving the Way for New Global Hotspots
LOS ANGELES-- In a significant shift, Amsterdam, which has long been a hub for cannabis tourism, is recalibrating its stance on the industry amid rising concerns over crime and public disorder. This change is not ...
Filament Health Partners with Reset Pharma to Explore Psychedelic-Based Treatment for Cancer Patients
LOS ANGELES-- In a significant development in the burgeoning field of psychedelic medicine, Filament Health, a publicly traded company, has entered into a licensing agreement with biotech firm Reset Pharmaceuticals Inc. The collaboration aims to ...
Colorado’s Natural Medicine Division to Host Listening Sessions on Psychedelic Legalization Rollout
LOS ANGELES-- In a move to foster community engagement and gather diverse perspectives, the Colorado Natural Medicine Division, operating under the Department of Revenue, has announced a series of "listening sessions" scheduled throughout September and ...
Cannabis Legalization in Texas: A Complex Landscape Rooted in Tradition and New Perspectives
DALLAS- In the midst of a nationwide shift towards the acceptance of cannabis use, Texas remains a bastion of resistance, holding firmly to its stringent regulations surrounding the substance. As the nation grapples with evolving ...
California Poised To Be Third U.S. State to Decriminalize Psychedelics
LOS ANGELES–California is poised to become the third state in the nation to decriminalize the use of psychedelics, following the State Assembly's recent approval of a bill. This legislation would grant individuals aged 21 and ...
