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Texas Hemp Ban Showdown or Reefer Madness 2.0?
AUSTIN – The Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs ignited a fiery debate on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, during the first hearing of a special legislative session called by Governor Greg Abbott to address the ...
Trulieve Boosts Beverage Portfolio with Onward Expansion and Upward Launch
LOS ANGELES – Trulieve Cannabis Corp. is making waves in the cannabis industry with the expanded distribution of its premium THC-infused beverage, Onward, and the introduction of Upward, a new THC-infused energy drink line. Trulieve's ...
Hemp Fiber Market Set to Soar to $30 Billion by 2033, New Analysis Reveals
LOS ANGELES – The global hemp fiber market is poised for explosive growth, with a recent analysis forecasting a valuation exceeding $30 billion by 2033. According to a report by Astute Analytica, the market, valued ...
Calgary Authorizes Cannabis Sales at Adults-Only Events
LOS ANGELES- Calgary City Council has approved amendments to the Business Licence Bylaw, permitting licensed cannabis retailers to operate temporary sales at adults-only events, such as festivals and outdoor shows. This decision aligns the city's ...
Christina Lake Cannabis Closes First Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement
LOS ANGELES- Christina Lake Cannabis Corp. has completed the first tranche of its non-brokered private placement, issuing 22,778,211 units at a price of CAD $0.05 per unit, totaling approximately CAD $1.14 million. Each unit comprises ...
The Role of Government Relations in Cannabis Industry Success
NEW YORK — In highly regulated industries, success depends not only on how well a business operates, but also on how well it fits within the rules set by government. This is especially true in ...
Government Relations at The Core
NEW YORK — In industries where business depends on regulation—such as cannabis, infrastructure, or fintech—navigating the policy environment is foundational. Laws, budget priorities, administrative procedures, and even decisions by local councils directly affect where companies ...
Texas Hemp Ban Showdown or Reefer Madness 2.0?
AUSTIN – The Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs ignited a fiery debate on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, during the first hearing of a special legislative session called by Governor Greg Abbott to address the ...
Trulieve Boosts Beverage Portfolio with Onward Expansion and Upward Launch
LOS ANGELES – Trulieve Cannabis Corp. is making waves in the cannabis industry with the expanded distribution of its premium THC-infused beverage, Onward, and the introduction of Upward, a new THC-infused energy drink line. Trulieve's ...
Hemp Fiber Market Set to Soar to $30 Billion by 2033, New Analysis Reveals
LOS ANGELES – The global hemp fiber market is poised for explosive growth, with a recent analysis forecasting a valuation exceeding $30 billion by 2033. According to a report by Astute Analytica, the market, valued ...
Glass House Brands Sees Opportunities as Legal Cannabis Farming Space Shrinks in California
LOS ANGELES--During Glass House Brands' recent earnings call, CEO Kyle Kazan revealed that the legal cannabis farming space in California is expected to significantly shrink this year, presenting an opportunity for the company to capture ...
Uncomfortably High-Testing Reveals Inflated THC Levels on Cannabis Packaging
LOS ANGELES-–Legal Cannabis products in the United States are required to report THC potency (total THC % by dry weight) on packaging. However concerns have been raised that reported THC potency values are inaccurate. This ...
Solutions Explored at NY Cannabis Insider Conference to Address Challenges in New York’s Adult-Use Cannabis Program
NEWYORK--, NY Cannabis Insider hosted a conference in Albany, bringing together stakeholders to discuss solutions to the persistent challenges faced by the New York adult-use cannabis program. One of the main issues raised was the ...
Canopy Growth Files Revised Proxy Statement to Accelerate Entry into U.S. Cannabis Market
LOS ANGELES-- Canopy Growth Corporation, aNorth American cannabis and consumer packaged goods (CPG) company, announced today the filing of a revised proxy statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The statement outlines the ...
Canadian Cannabis Producer BZAM Announces Non-Brokered Private Placement to Raise Up to C$5 Million
BZAM Ltd a Canadian cannabis producer, revealed its plans to conduct a non-brokered private placement to raise approximately C$5 million. The company intends to offer up to 22,222,223 units, with each unit priced at C$0.225. ...
Licensed Cannabis Transporters in Illinois File Lawsuit Against State Department of Agriculture for Failing to Regulate Cannabis Transportation
In a legal battle that could have significant implications for the cannabis industry in Illinois, a coalition of 13 licensed cannabis transporters has filed a lawsuit against the state Department of Agriculture, accusing regulators of ...
Auxly Cannabis Group Inc. Achieves Positive Adjusted EBITDA in Q1 2023
TORONTO--, Auxly Cannabis Group Inc. (TSX: XLY) announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023, revealing positive Adjusted EBITDA and notable revenue growth. The company, a leading player in the cannabis ...
Atai Life Sciences Reports Q1 2023 Financial Results and Updates on Clinical Trials
LOS ANGELES-- Atai Life Sciences, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, released its financial results for the first quarter of 2023, along with updates on corporate developments. The company's cash reserves decreased from $273.1 million in December ...
MC Global Holdings Reports Strong Q1 Revenue, Significant Net Income Growth, and Positive Cash Flow
LOS ANGELES-- MC Global Holdings (MCG) has announced impressive financial results for the first quarter (Q1) of 2023, with strong revenue, substantial net income growth, and positive cash flow. The company exceeded expectations, surpassing both ...
Neptune Wellness Solutions Successfully Completes Public Offering, Securing Approximately $4 Million in Gross Proceeds
LOS ANGELES-- Neptune Wellness Solutions Inc., a consumer-packaged goods company focused on plant-based and sustainable lifestyle brands, has successfully closed a public offering of its common shares and accompanying warrants. The offering consisted of 12,121,212 ...
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. Reports Strong Q1 2023 Results, Exceeding Revenue Expectations
LOS ANGELES-- Curaleaf Holdings, Inc, a global provider of consumer products in the cannabis industry, announced its financial and operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023. The company's performance exceeded expectations, demonstrating ...
CASE STUDY: What Can Cannabis Leaders Learn From Mid-Day Squares?
LOS ANGELES--Mid-Day Squares, the brainchild of Nick Saltarelli, Lezlie Karls, and Jake Karls, has emerged as a captivating force in the world of chocolate. This family-owned business has embarked on a mission to combat mid-day ...
California Cannabis Brands & Distributors Organize Targeting Tardy Dispensary Payments
SAN FRANCISCO--Cannabis operators Kiva Sales & Service, Lowell Farms, Nabis, Sunderstorm and other key industry players in the world’s largest legal market, today announced the formal launch of Financial Stability for California Cannabis (FSCC), a new coalition composed of industry stakeholders. ...
A Leap Forward: The Psychedelic Revolution in Mainstream Medicine
LOS ANGELES-- Psychedelic-assisted therapy, though still viewed with skepticism by some segments of society, has taken a significant step towards mainstream medical acceptance. The American Medical Association (AMA), a key player in the U.S. healthcare ...
Cannabis Industry Sees Continued Growth Across Various Markets
LOS ANGELES--, The cannabis industry has witnessed a significant expansion in recent years, finding applications in diverse sectors such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food and beverages, according to a report from Grand View Research. The ...
