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Cannara Biotech Reports Record Growth in Fiscal 2024
LOS ANGELES- Montreal-based Cannara Biotech Inc a vertically integrated cannabis producer, announced record-breaking financial results for its fiscal year ended August 31, 2024. The company reported total annual revenues of $82.2 million, a 43% increase ...
Texas Attorney General Challenges Dallas Cannabis Decriminalization Measure
LOS ANGELES- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated legal action against the City of Dallas following the adoption of Proposition R, a voter-approved measure aimed at decriminalizing the possession of up to four ounces ...
Tennessee Lawmakers Implement Hemp Product Ban
LOS ANGELES- In November 2024, numerous licensed cannabis dispensaries in the Los Angeles area received notices from the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) indicating a shift in their tax payment schedules from ...
Psilocybin Shows Potential for OCD and Tourette’s Treatment, Study Finds
LOS ANGELES- A new study published in Molecular Psychiatry has identified psilocybin, a psychedelic compound, as a promising candidate for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and Tourette's syndrome. Conducted by researchers at the Hadassah-Hebrew ...
AFC Gamma (AFCG) Set to Announce Quarterly Earnings
LOS ANGELES- AFC Gamma, Inc. is scheduled to release its quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, before the market opens.Analysts anticipate earnings of $0.33 per share for the quarter. In the previous quarter, ...
California’s Cannabis Excise Tax Set to Increase Amid Industry Concerns
LOS ANGELES- California's legal cannabis industry faces a significant fiscal challenge as the state's excise tax on cannabis products is scheduled to rise from 15% to 19% on July 1, 2025. This increase stems from ...
Italy’s Proposed Ban on Hemp Flower Sales Raises Industry Concerns
LOS ANGELES- Italy's "cannabis light" sector, which has experienced significant growth since the legalization of hemp in 2016, faces potential disruption due to proposed legislation aimed at banning products derived from hemp flowers. Prime Minister ...
Cannara Biotech Reports Record Growth in Fiscal 2024
LOS ANGELES- Montreal-based Cannara Biotech Inc a vertically integrated cannabis producer, announced record-breaking financial results for its fiscal year ended August 31, 2024. The company reported total annual revenues of $82.2 million, a 43% increase ...
Texas Attorney General Challenges Dallas Cannabis Decriminalization Measure
LOS ANGELES- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated legal action against the City of Dallas following the adoption of Proposition R, a voter-approved measure aimed at decriminalizing the possession of up to four ounces ...
Tennessee Lawmakers Implement Hemp Product Ban
LOS ANGELES- In November 2024, numerous licensed cannabis dispensaries in the Los Angeles area received notices from the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) indicating a shift in their tax payment schedules from ...
Aurora Cannabis Submits Regular SEC Filing and Reports
LOS ANGELES- Aurora Cannabis Inc. a the medicinal chemicals and botanical products industry, has filed a Form 6-K report with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for July. The Edmonton, Alberta-based company submitted this ...
Medical Cannabis Industry Demonstrates Strong Economic Contributions and Market Trends
LOS ANGELES- The medical cannabis landscape continues to evolve, demonstrating significant economic contributions and offering vital insights into market trends. In 2024, data from licensed dispensaries and cultivation centers highlight robust retail and wholesale activities, ...
Senate Appropriations Committee Approves VA Doctors’ Cannabis Recommendation Amendment
LOS ANGELES- The Senate Appropriations Committee has passed a measure allowing U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) doctors to discuss and recommend medical cannabis to patients residing in states where it is legal. This amendment, ...
Arrogance in Business: A Cautionary Tale from Nokia’s Fall
NEW YORK--In the dynamic world of business, arrogance often precedes downfall. This truth is vividly illustrated in the rise and fall of Nokia, once a titan in the mobile phone industry. Years ago, during a ...
House Appropriations Committee Blocks Cannabis Rescheduling Efforts
LOS ANGELES- The House Appropriations Committee approved legislation on Tuesday that impedes the Biden administration's initiative to reschedule cannabis and relax federal restrictions. The Republican-led panel endorsed an amendment to a funding bill that prevents ...
Nebraska Advocates Submit Over 114,000 Signatures for Medical Cannabis Campaign
LOS ANGELES- Nebraska cannabis advocates have turned in more than 114,000 signatures for their petition to legalize medical cannabis in the state, according to the Nebraska Examiner. The campaign, led by Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana, ...
Stockton University to Offer New Undergraduate Degree in Cannabis Studies
LOS ANGELES- Stockton University in New Jersey is set to become the first school in the state to offer an undergraduate degree in cannabis studies. The Bachelor of Science in Hemp and Cannabis Business Management ...
Thailand’s Cannabis Advocates Rally Against Proposed Recreational Use Ban
BANGKOK — Two years after cannabis was decriminalized in Thailand, nearly a hundred advocates marched to the prime minister’s office on Monday to protest a possible ban on general use. This comes after the health ...
Arkansas Advocates Submit Over 111,000 Signatures for Medical Cannabis Expansion Initiative
LOS ANGELES- Arkansas advocates have submitted more than 111,000 signatures to support a ballot initiative aimed at significantly expanding the state's medical cannabis program. This initiative includes provisions to eliminate application fees for patients and ...
First Year of Legal Cannabis Sales Brings $1.1 Billion to Maryland
LOS ANGELES- Maryland's combined medical and adult-use retail cannabis sales have exceeded $1.1 billion in the first 12 months following legalization, Governor Wes Moore announced Wednesday. According to the Maryland Cannabis Administration, monthly retail sales ...
Florida Poll Shows Strong Support for Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization
LOS ANGELES- A new poll indicates that Florida’s constitutional amendment for the legalization of adult-use cannabis has garnered support from 64% of voters, surpassing the 60% threshold required for passage, as reported by Florida Politics. ...
Silo Pharma Secures Exclusive License for PTSD Treatment Development
LOS ANGELES- Silo Pharma, Inc. a developmental stage biopharmaceutical company, has announced an exclusive global license agreement with Columbia University to develop, manufacture, and commercialize its lead drug candidate, SPC-15. This intranasal treatment targets stress-induced ...
Minnesota Brewery Offers Hemp-Infused THC Drinks on Tap
LOS ANGELES- Minneapolis-based Headflyer Brewing has begun offering hemp-derived, THC-infused beverages on tap under a new state regulation that took effect July 1. Hemp-Infused THC Drinks Now Available On Tap Headflyer Brewing in northeast Minneapolis ...
Announcing: NEW Show on Highly Capitalized: ‘Inside Retail with Marty Higgins’: Insightful Conversations Exploring Cannabis Retail
LOS ANGELES — Introducing 'Inside Retail with Marty Higgins', a groundbreaking new show premiering exclusively on HighlyCapitalized.com. Set to air fortnightly, this panel series dives deep into the dynamic world of cannabis retail, featuring insights ...
Thai Cannabis Advocates Protest Potential Ban
BANGKOK — Nearly a hundred cannabis advocates marched to the Thai prime minister's office on Monday to protest a potential ban on general cannabis use, two years after its decriminalization. The protest followed a decision ...
