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Week in Review: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – The past fortnight delivered a surge of momentum across the U.S. Cannabis and Psychedelics sectors, where federal signals on coverage and equity met bold state actions on access and licensing. Operators navigated ...
Psychedelics Advance in Federal Arena as Trials and Policies Align
LOS ANGELES – Federal health officials under the Trump administration have begun to signal stronger backing for psychedelic therapies, setting the stage for possible FDA approvals of MDMA and psilocybin treatments within the next 18 ...
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 ...
AYR Locks In $50M Bridge Loan to Strengthen Restructuring Efforts
MIAMI – AYR Wellness Inc., a vertically integrated multistate Cannabis operator, has finalized a senior secured bridge credit agreement offering up to $50 million in funding to maintain operations and advance its restructuring plan. The ...
NY Regulators Delay Hearing in Bid for Settlement with Cannabis Dispensary Owners
NEW YORK – New York state Cannabis regulators have postponed a key hearing on a disputed proximity rule, aiming to negotiate a resolution with affected dispensary operators. The move comes after a lawsuit from business ...
Cannabis Stocks Rally but Remain Undervalued Relative to Peers, Viridian Report Finds
LOS ANGELES – U.S. Cannabis companies have posted impressive gains this year, yet their valuations still trail those of comparable industries, a new analysis from Viridian Capital Advisors indicates. The Weekly Chart by Viridian plots ...
Week In Review: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – Recent developments in the Cannabis and psychedelics sectors point to a period of cautious optimism, marked by stock gains, legal battles, and innovative expansions. From property value boosts tied to legalization to ...
Week in Review: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – The past fortnight delivered a surge of momentum across the U.S. Cannabis and Psychedelics sectors, where federal signals on coverage and equity met bold state actions on access and licensing. Operators navigated ...
Psychedelics Advance in Federal Arena as Trials and Policies Align
LOS ANGELES – Federal health officials under the Trump administration have begun to signal stronger backing for psychedelic therapies, setting the stage for possible FDA approvals of MDMA and psilocybin treatments within the next 18 ...
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 ...
Germany’s Cannabis Endeavors Navigate Potential Hurdles Within EU Laws
BERLIN–In Germany's persistent pursuit of cannabis reform, an unexpected twist has emerged: the country's aspirations might find themselves at odds with European Union regulations, as highlighted by the German parliamentary research unit. Of particular concern ...
Synthetic Psilocybin Shows Potential in Treating Anorexia Nervosa
LOS ANGELES-- In the realm of psychiatric disorders, Anorexia Nervosa stands out as a particularly challenging condition to treat, mainly due to the resistance many patients exhibit towards change. Unlike other mental health issues where ...
Judge Issues Restraining Order Amidst Controversy Over New York Cannabis Licensing
NEW YORK–In a significant legal development, a state Supreme Court judge has taken action against the New York state Office of Cannabis Management following a lawsuit that raises concerns about the equitable distribution of cannabis ...
Ohio Cannabis Legalization Effort Gathers 10 Times Required Signatures
LOS ANGELES-- The Coalition to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol (CRMLA), an Ohio-based coalition sponsoring a statutory measure to legalize adult-use cannabis, submitted an additional 6,545 signatures to Secretary of State Frank LaRose's office in Columbus ...
Disabled Veterans Sue NY Cannabis Regulators Over Licensing System
NEW YORK-- A group of disabled military veterans has lodged a lawsuit in New York against cannabis regulators, claiming that their licensing system for certain social equity applicants breaches the state constitution. The lawsuit, filed ...
New York City Takes the Crown as The World’s Cannabis Capital, Global Study Reveals
NEW YORK–In a recent revelation that may raise more than a few eyebrows, New York City has ascended to the apex of global cannabis consumption, a startling position for a metropolis renowned for its fast-paced ...
Cannabis Research Firm MMJ International Holdings Prepares Lawsuit Against DEA for Alleged Violations of Federal Law
LOS ANGELES-- MMJ International Holdings Corp, a cannabis research company, is gearing up to file a lawsuit against the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), accusing the agency of failing to adhere to federal law regarding the ...
Canadian Cannabis Producer Cannara Biotech Reports Profitable Quarter
MONTREAL–Cannara Biotech, a prominent cannabis producer based in Montreal, has unveiled a notable achievement, reporting a profit of 2.9 million Canadian dollars ($2.2 million) in the recently concluded third quarter that terminated in May, as ...
Florida AG Says Adult-Use Legalization Campaign is Actually a Trulieve Monopoly Push
MIAMI–A campaign advocating the legalization of cannabis in Florida, sponsored chiefly by Trulieve Cannabis Corp., a notable multistate operator, has come under the scrutiny of the state attorney general, who alleges that it disguises a ...
MSO Story Cannabis Co. Acquires Four New Cannabis Stores in Arizona
LOS ANGELES-Story Cannabis Co., a prominent multistate operator, has successfully secured a substantial foothold in the Arizona cannabis market by acquiring four coveted vertically integrated licenses from Devi Holdings. These licenses, which were previously under ...
FDA Issues First Ever Guidance for Research of Psychedelics
NEW YORK-In a noteworthy stride toward potential shifts in medical practices, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has introduced a draft guidance that could pave the way for researchers to explore the use of psychedelics ...
South Dakota Resident Initiates Effort to Repeal State’s Medical Cannabis Law
LOS ANGELES-- Newell resident Travis Ismay has launched an ambitious effort to convince voters to repeal South Dakota's medical cannabis law, approved with overwhelming support in 2020. However, Ismay may face an uphill battle, as ...
Oklahoma Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Cannabis Business Fee Increase
LOS ANGELES— The Oklahoma Supreme Court recently heard arguments in a lawsuit filed by a coalition of cannabis companies challenging a large business fee increase that took effect in June. The companies argue that the ...
Minnesota Leads in Low-Dose THC Beverages as Cannabis Market Soars
LOS ANGELES— The unanticipated success of low-dose, hemp-derived THC beverages has made Minnesota the hottest market for such products, not only in the United States but potentially worldwide, surpassing the markets in Canada and Europe. ...
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Reaffirms Prohibition on Medical Cannabis Recommendations to Veterans
LOS ANGELES— The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has recently issued an updated directive reiterating its doctors' prohibition from issuing medical cannabis recommendations to military veterans. The revised Veterans Health Administration (VHA) guidance aligns ...
