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LSD Shows Promise in Prolonged Reduction of Anxiety Symptoms
LOS ANGELES – A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) on September 4, suggests that a single dose of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) may significantly reduce symptoms of generalized ...
Cannabis MSOs Face Manageable 2026 Debt Maturities, Viridian Analysis Shows
LOS ANGELES – Major Cannabis operators are navigating a once-daunting wave of debt due in 2026 with greater ease than anticipated, according to a recent chart from Viridian Capital Advisors. The analysis examines cash sources ...
The Scrappy Cannabis Retailer’s Playbook
LOS ANGELES- A Practical Guide to Building a Smarter Marketing System by Tim Naughton. The Cannabis retail landscape is competitive, taxed heavily, and increasingly crowded by new entrants including Hemp and THCA brands selling direct ...
Rolling into Wellness 4 in 10 Californians Choose Cannabis, Study Reveals
LOS ANGELES - A comprehensive study conducted by the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) reveals that 37% of California adults are current marijuana users, with the vast majority reporting significant health benefits. Published in ...
US Cannabis Industry Poised to Top $123 Billion Economic Impact in 2025
LOS ANGELES–Despite mounting challenges, the U.S. cannabis industry is on track to generate a staggering $123.6 billion in total economic impact in 2025, according to new projections from the MJBiz Factbook. That’s a 9% increase ...
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 ...
LSD Shows Promise in Prolonged Reduction of Anxiety Symptoms
LOS ANGELES – A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) on September 4, suggests that a single dose of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) may significantly reduce symptoms of generalized ...
Cannabis MSOs Face Manageable 2026 Debt Maturities, Viridian Analysis Shows
LOS ANGELES – Major Cannabis operators are navigating a once-daunting wave of debt due in 2026 with greater ease than anticipated, according to a recent chart from Viridian Capital Advisors. The analysis examines cash sources ...
The Scrappy Cannabis Retailer’s Playbook
LOS ANGELES- A Practical Guide to Building a Smarter Marketing System by Tim Naughton. The Cannabis retail landscape is competitive, taxed heavily, and increasingly crowded by new entrants including Hemp and THCA brands selling direct ...
Florida’s Cannabis Industry Flourishes Amid Market Fluctuations and Prospective Mergers
LOS ANGELES-- Florida's burgeoning medical cannabis industry, already valued at over $1.4 billion, is witnessing a period of robust growth, driven not only by an increasing number of patient registrations but also by an expansion ...
Oklahoma’s New Tiered Fee Structure for Cannabis Operators Faces Legal Challenge
OKLAHOMA CITY- In the unfolding legal landscape surrounding the medical cannabis industry in Oklahoma, the state Supreme Court has recently opted not to hear a challenge to a new law that significantly alters the fee ...
New Horizon in Federal Drug Policy: Anticipated Rescheduling of Cannabis May Herald Transformative Changes
LOS ANGELES --In a move signaling potential transformative shifts in federal drug policy, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has urged the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to revisit the categorization of cannabis under ...
Senate Bill 58 Holds the Potential to Usher in a New Era of Psychedelic Medicine and Policy Reform
LOS ANGELES-- In a historic maneuver that might change the trajectory of mental health treatment and drug policy in the Golden State, California inches closer to embracing the potential therapeutic benefits of psychedelics. Spearheaded by ...
Revitalization of Cannabis Industry through Amsterdam-Style Social Cafes
LOS ANGELES- In an effort to revitalize the state's cannabis industry and bolster tourism in dormant urban areas, California assemblymember Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) has introduced legislation that may potentially reshape the existing cannabis marketplace. ...
New York to Jumpstart Cannabis Industry with New Licensing Regulations Starting October 4
NEW YORK- In a move to revitalize the cannabis industry in New York, the state has announced plans to commence the acceptance of cannabis industry applications from the general public and current medical cannabis companies ...
Virginia’s New THC Limits on Hemp Products Face Federal Lawsuit Amid Concerns of Industry Setback
LOS ANGELES-- In a recent development that underscores the ongoing debates surrounding the regulation of hemp products, a federal lawsuit has been filed against the state of Virginia, challenging the newly instituted THC limits on ...
California on the Verge of a Psychedelic Paradigm Shift: Senate Bill 58 Awaits Governor’s Decision
LOS ANGELES- In a move that signals a potential paradigm shift in drug policy and mental health treatment, California stands on the cusp of decriminalizing several psychedelic substances, thanks to the persistent efforts of Senator ...
Maine’s Recreational Cannabis Sector Flourishes
LOS ANGELES- In the state of Maine, the burgeoning adult-use cannabis sector is witnessing a significant uptick in sales, reaching a pinnacle in August with revenues exceeding $21 million, as per data released by the ...
Anticipating the Green Rush: New York Sets the Stage for Cannabis Expansion
NEW YORK - In a pivotal move, the New York Cannabis Control Board has greenlit a comprehensive set of regulations that lays the foundation for a significant expansion of the Empire State's burgeoning cannabis industry. ...
Verano Challenges Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission Over Revoked Business License
LOS ANGELES- Verano, a player in the cannabis industry, has launched a legal battle against the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission, following the revocation of its business license due to a discrepancy in the application score ...
Senator Sherrod Brown Foresees Progress on Cannabis Banking Reform Amid Political Uncertainties
LOS ANGELES-- In a recent interview with Punchbowl News on Monday, US Senator Sherrod Brown, a Democrat and the Chair of the Senate Banking Committee, expressed optimism regarding the forward movement of cannabis banking reform, ...
UK Home Affairs Committee Advocates for Expanded Access to Medical Cannabis Products through NHS
LOS ANGELES-- In a recent development, the United Kingdom's Home Affairs Committee has urged the government to broaden the accessibility of unlicensed cannabis-based products for medical use through the National Health Service (NHS) before the ...
Michigan’s Cannabis Market Holds Steady: A Glimpse into the State’s Flourishing Industry
LOS ANGELES-- In a recent report from the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency, the state's cannabis market demonstrated a robust performance, maintaining a steady pace in sales throughout August. According to the data, sales in August ...
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 ...
