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Germany Breaks Ground with EU’s First Psilocybin Compassionate Use Approval
BERLIN – Germany has become the first European Union nation to authorize the compassionate use of psilocybin, the psychoactive compound in magic mushrooms, for patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Under this program, approved by the ...
Golden Gate Park Celebrates Grateful Dead’s Timeless Legacy at 60th Anniversary Show
SAN FRANCISCO – This weekend, August 1-3, Dead & Company will take the stage at Golden Gate Park’s Polo Fields for a monumental three-night concert series commemorating the Grateful Dead’s 60th anniversary. The event, expected ...
Analysis: The Quiet Revolution in U.S. Cannabis: Efficiency Is the New Growth Engine
LOS ANGELES — The U.S. Cannabis industry is evolving—but not in the way headlines suggest. Yes, national retail sales remain strong at a $32 billion annualized pace. And yes, states like New York and Ohio ...
Curaleaf and Jupiter Research Obtain EU Certification for Medical Cannabis Inhalation Device
LOS ANGELES- Curaleaf International, in collaboration with Jupiter Research LLC, a subsidiary of TILT Holdings Inc., has secured European Union (EU) medical device certification for a handheld liquid inhalation device designed for precise medical cannabis ...
Thailand Implements Stricter Cannabis Regulations
LOS ANGELES- Thailand is set to enforce stricter controls on cannabis sales following a notable increase in smuggling attempts, particularly involving foreign tourists. The Ministry of Public Health announced that, within approximately 40 days, cannabis ...
Indigenous Tribes Expand Presence in U.S. Cannabis and Hemp Sectors
LOS ANGELES- A recent analysis by the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA) and law firm Vicente LLP reveals that approximately 26% of the 358 federally recognized Indigenous communities in the continental United States are now ...
Colorado Court Dismisses Mammoth Farms’ Lawsuit Against Marijuana Enforcement Division
LOS ANGELES- A Denver District Court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Mammoth Farms against the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED), ruling that the cannabis cultivator must pursue regulatory changes through administrative channels rather than ...
Germany Breaks Ground with EU’s First Psilocybin Compassionate Use Approval
BERLIN – Germany has become the first European Union nation to authorize the compassionate use of psilocybin, the psychoactive compound in magic mushrooms, for patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Under this program, approved by the ...
Golden Gate Park Celebrates Grateful Dead’s Timeless Legacy at 60th Anniversary Show
SAN FRANCISCO – This weekend, August 1-3, Dead & Company will take the stage at Golden Gate Park’s Polo Fields for a monumental three-night concert series commemorating the Grateful Dead’s 60th anniversary. The event, expected ...
Analysis: The Quiet Revolution in U.S. Cannabis: Efficiency Is the New Growth Engine
LOS ANGELES — The U.S. Cannabis industry is evolving—but not in the way headlines suggest. Yes, national retail sales remain strong at a $32 billion annualized pace. And yes, states like New York and Ohio ...
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Shares Views on Cannabis Legalization Amid Presidential Aspirations
LOS ANGELES— Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, perceived by many as a strong GOP contender against Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential nomination, voiced strong concerns about the legalization of cannabis during an Iowa campaign stop ...
UK’s Home Office Delay in CBD Regulatory Framework Draws Criticism from Industry Trade Group
LONDON — The Association of the Cannabinoid Industry (ACI), a key trade group in the United Kingdom, has voiced its concerns over the prolonged delay by the country's Home Office in establishing a clear regulatory ...
Detroit Businessman Pleads Guilty in Cannabis Licensing Bribery Case
DETROIT — John Dawood Dalaly, a prominent businessman from the Detroit area, has pleaded guilty to bribing a leading state cannabis regulator, seeking approval for dispensary licenses. Federal prosecutors have recommended that Dalaly face a ...
New York’s Cannabis Licensing Controversy: A Deeper Look
NEW YORK-- In a surprise turn of events, New York's journey to cannabis legalization faced a significant speed bump. A recent decision by a New York Supreme Court Judge has thrown the state's budding cannabis ...
Major Shift in U.S. Cannabis Policy on the Horizon
LOS ANGELES-- On Monday, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under the Joe Biden administration formally recommended to its counterparts at the Department of Justice that cannabis be moved lower on the list ...
The Bahamas Moves to Establish Medical Cannabis Industry
LOS ANGELES— In a pivotal stride toward diversifying its economy, The Bahamas has rolled out a comprehensive package of 11 legislative bills, aiming to decriminalize cannabis for medical, research, and religious uses. This move establishes ...
The Promise and Potential of Psilocybin
LOS ANGELES-- The rapid emergence of research into the potential therapeutic benefits of psilocybin, a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in certain mushrooms, has brought with it new hope for individuals struggling with various mental ...
U.S. Health Department Urges Easing Rules on Cannabis, Citing Health Benefits
WASHINGTON, D.C. –In a recent development, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has proposed a relaxation of regulations surrounding cannabis, according to a report from Bloomberg News. The move comes as part ...
Nebraska Governor Rejects Proposed Changes to Law Enforcement’s Cannabis Usage Rules
LOS ANGELES— A proposal aimed at reducing the time frame that law enforcement officer recruits in Nebraska must abstain from cannabis use prior to training has been vetoed by Governor Jim Pillen. The measure sought ...
Cybin Acquires U.K.-Based Small Pharma Amid Emerging Trends in Psychedelics Industry
NEW YORK — In what could be described as the burgeoning movements within the psychedelics sector, Cybin , a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical firm, has announced its intention to acquire U.K.'s Small Pharma. This move sparks dialogue ...
Irwin Naturals Posts Loss Amid New Ventures in Psychedelics and Cannabis
LOS ANGELES-- Despite its bold moves and positive undertones about future prospects, Irwin Naturals' shift towards psychedelics and its increased commitment to the cannabis sector isn't devoid of challenges. Regulatory uncertainty, intense competition, and a ...
Planet 13’s Strategic Move: Acquires VidaCann to Boost its Footprint in Florida
LAS VEGAS, NV — In a strategic move to bolster its presence in the booming Florida cannabis market, multi-state vertically integrated cannabis company, Planet 13 Holdings Inc., announced a membership interest purchase agreement to take ...
PharmaCielo Ltd. Reports Q2 2023 Financial Results
TORONTO — PharmaCielo Ltd., a figure in the cannabis industry based out of Canada and holding substantial operations in Colombia via PharmaCielo Colombia Holdings S.A.S., revealed its financial results for the quarter concluding on June ...
Canadian Cannabis Companies Rethink U.S. Hemp Market Strategy
NEW YORK-- Canadian cannabis titans have long eyed the American hemp-derived CBD market as a golden opportunity, particularly following the legalization of low-THC hemp in the 2018 U.S. Farm Bill. But as enthusiasm for cannabis ...
Cannabis Infused Products Boost Minnesota’s Tax Revenue
LOS ANGELES-- The state of Minnesota has experienced a significant increase in tax revenue following the legalization of cannabis-infused products such as gummies and beverages. A recent report from the state Department of Revenue, as ...

















































