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Jazz Pharmaceuticals: The Medical Cannabis Insider Nearing $1B Milestone
DUBLIN – Jazz Pharmaceuticals reported a 20% jump in Q3 2025 sales for its cannabidiol-based epilepsy drug Epidiolex®, pushing the product's YTD revenue past $772 million and underscoring the company's steady position in the medical ...
Medicare Explores CBD Coverage for Seniors
WASHINGTON – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is set to roll out a pilot program that could extend coverage to cannabidiol (CBD) treatments for certain older Americans, marking a cautious step by ...
How to Make the Most of MJBizCon? Take Full Advantage of LinkedIn
LOS ANGELES- Each year, the global Cannabis industry converges on Las Vegas for MJBizCon Dec 2-5 in the Las Vegas Convention Center—a concentrated, high-value moment where operators, investors, executives, retailers, lenders, lawyers, accountants, manufacturers, and ...
Trump’s Potential Cannabis Rescheduling Sparked Stock Rise and Industry Uncertainty
LOS ANGELES – On August 11, 2025, President Donald Trump’s public comments on potentially rescheduling Cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act skyrocketed Cannabis stocks. The AdvisorShares Pure U.S. Cannabis ...
Hemp-Derived THC Beverages Gain Traction as U.S. Alcohol Consumption Declines
LOS ANGELES – Hemp-derived THC beverages generated $382 million in sales in 2024, a marked increase from previous years, yet 2025 projections indicate tempered growth at $571 million, climbing to $756 million by 2029 with ...
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 ...
Jazz Pharmaceuticals: The Medical Cannabis Insider Nearing $1B Milestone
DUBLIN – Jazz Pharmaceuticals reported a 20% jump in Q3 2025 sales for its cannabidiol-based epilepsy drug Epidiolex®, pushing the product's YTD revenue past $772 million and underscoring the company's steady position in the medical ...
Medicare Explores CBD Coverage for Seniors
WASHINGTON – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is set to roll out a pilot program that could extend coverage to cannabidiol (CBD) treatments for certain older Americans, marking a cautious step by ...
How to Make the Most of MJBizCon? Take Full Advantage of LinkedIn
LOS ANGELES- Each year, the global Cannabis industry converges on Las Vegas for MJBizCon Dec 2-5 in the Las Vegas Convention Center—a concentrated, high-value moment where operators, investors, executives, retailers, lenders, lawyers, accountants, manufacturers, and ...
Red Lake Nation to Open Minnesota’s First Native American Adult-Use Cannabis Store
LOS ANGELES --In a significant development for Minnesota's cannabis industry, the Red Lake Nation has voted to allow NativeCare Dispensary, an existing tribal medical cannabis dispensary, to commence sales to individuals aged 21 and older ...
Cannabis Industry Seeks Relief from Unfair Tax Burden of 280E
In a nod to the historic Boston Tea Party of 1773, cannabis company MariMed recently held the 'Boston 280E THC Party' in Boston Harbor, a unique event designed to protest Tax Code 280E. CEO and ...
North Carolina Medical Cannabis Legalization Bill Faces Republican Opposition
LOS ANGELES-- Efforts to legalize medical cannabis in North Carolina have hit a roadblock, as the bill that gained bipartisan support in the state Senate earlier this year has been deemed unlikely to pass in ...
Michigan Civil Service Commission Votes to Lift Cannabis Drug Test Ban for Most State Employees
LOS ANGELES-- In a unanimous decision, the Michigan Civil Service Commission has voted to eliminate the prohibition on hiring most state employees who fail pre-employment drug tests for cannabis, as reported by MLive. This move ...
TerrAscend Secures $25 Million Commercial Loan to Reduce Debt and Lower Interest Expenses
LOS ANGELES-- TerrAscend Corp., a cannabis operator in North America, has successfully closed a commercial loan of $25 million with Stearns Bank. The loan proceeds will primarily be used to pay down existing debt with ...
Ukraine Parliament Gives Initial Approval to Medical Cannabis Legalization Proposal
KYIV-- The Ukraine Parliament has taken a significant step towards the legalization of medical cannabis by granting initial approval to a proposed legislation. The bill, which still requires potential amendments and a second reading, must ...
Record-Breaking Cannabis Sales in Massachusetts Reach $151.8 Million in June
BOSTON-- Massachusetts witnessed an extraordinary surge in cannabis sales during the month of June, with total transactions reaching a remarkable $151.8 million, as reported by state figures. This impressive figure consists of $132.8 million in ...
States Collaborate with Federal Regulators in Sharing Cannabis Data for Rescheduling Review
LOS ANGELES-- In a significant development, several states with medical cannabis programs have collaborated with U.S. health regulators to provide crucial data regarding cannabis use and its impact on patients. This information, including details about ...
Virginia’s Cannabis and Hemp Markets Face Regulatory Uncertainty
LOS ANGELES-- The cannabis and hemp markets in Virginia are facing significant turmoil due to regulatory uncertainty perpetuated by the state's Republican leadership. The previously anticipated launch of recreational cannabis sales in January 2024 is ...
Illinois Social Equity License Winners Face Challenges in Opening Cannabis Shops
ILLINOIS-- The 55 winners of the upcoming Illinois social equity license lottery, set to be announced on Thursday, may encounter difficulties in successfully launching their cannabis businesses. Historical data indicates that only a fraction of ...
Maryland’s First Week of Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Tops $20 Million
LOS ANGELES-- Maryland's cannabis retailers reported a remarkable achievement, with nearly $21 million in combined sales of medical and recreational cannabis products during the state's inaugural week of adult-use sales. Andrew Garrison, Chief of Policy ...
FDA and FTC Warn Companies Selling Delta-8 THC Foods for Safety Violations
LOS ANGELES-- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have jointly taken action against six companies for illegally selling food products containing delta-8 THC, a hemp-derived compound. Warning letters ...
Pennsylvania Senate Committee Advances Proposal for Expanded Medical Cannabis Access
HARRISBURG-- The Pennsylvania Senate Law & Justice Committee has taken a significant step forward by approving a proposal that would grant physicians the authority to certify patients for the state's medical cannabis program based on ...
Wholesale Cannabis Prices in Michigan Show Signs of Stability
MICHIGAN - Wholesale prices for cannabis flower in Michigan have recently shown signs of leveling off and even a slight uptick, providing a glimmer of hope for producers who have endured a significant decline in ...
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Office Delays Plans for Cannabis Farmers Markets
NEW YORK - Plans for cannabis farmers markets in New York State have hit an impasse as Gov. Kathy Hochul's office puts the idea on hold indefinitely. The proposal, initially introduced by state regulators in ...
