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Hawaii Moves Forward on Psychedelic Therapy Research Framework
HONOLULU – The Hawaii Senate approved legislation that would set up a state task force to examine ways to bring breakthrough mental health treatments, like psilocybin- and MDMA-assisted therapies, into clinical and policy discussions. Senate ...
Texas Restricts Sales of Smokable Hemp Products Effective March 31
AUSTIN – Texas retailers must pull smokable hemp products from shelves by the end of the month under final rules adopted by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The regulations, which take effect March ...
Illicit Cannabis Activity Drops in States with Adult-Use Legalization, CU Study Finds
NEW YORK – A new analysis from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health shows that states moving beyond medical Cannabis legalization to allow recreational use saw a sharp decline in law enforcement seizures of ...
Opinion: The Hemp Industry Has Finally Split Into Two Lanes
LOS ANGELES- The word “hemp” can mean five different things depending on who is talking, that era is finally ending. The industry didn’t get simpler, federal policy is forcing it to. It’s something I have ...
Innovative Industrial Properties Reports Q4 FY2025 Financial Results
SAN DIEGO – Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc., the real estate investment trust specializing in properties leased to Cannabis operators, reported its fourth-quarter and full-year results for the period ended December 31, 2025. For the full ...
LRS Publishes First Cannabis Industry Retirement Report
SEATTLE – The Cannabis industry has taken a notable step toward standardizing employee benefits with the release of its first dedicated retirement report, shedding light on a benefit long limited by federal restrictions. Leading Retirement ...
Gotham NYC Launches Accelerator for Black-Owned Cannabis Brands
NEW YORK – Gotham NYC, the city's first Cannabis concept store known for blending retail with art, design and culture, has rolled out a new business accelerator aimed at supporting growth-stage Cannabis consumer-product companies owned ...
Hawaii Moves Forward on Psychedelic Therapy Research Framework
HONOLULU – The Hawaii Senate approved legislation that would set up a state task force to examine ways to bring breakthrough mental health treatments, like psilocybin- and MDMA-assisted therapies, into clinical and policy discussions. Senate ...
Texas Restricts Sales of Smokable Hemp Products Effective March 31
AUSTIN – Texas retailers must pull smokable hemp products from shelves by the end of the month under final rules adopted by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The regulations, which take effect March ...
Illicit Cannabis Activity Drops in States with Adult-Use Legalization, CU Study Finds
NEW YORK – A new analysis from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health shows that states moving beyond medical Cannabis legalization to allow recreational use saw a sharp decline in law enforcement seizures of ...
Aurora Launches Whistler Brand in Australia
EDMONTON – Aurora Cannabis Inc. announced the introduction of its Whistler Cannabis Co. brand to the Australian market, marking a significant step in its international expansion strategy. The launch brings two high-potency cultivars, Ginger Breath ...
BREAKING: Trump Signals Possible Cannabis Reclassification Within Weeks
LOS ANGELES- President Donald Trump said Monday that his administration is actively considering shifting Cannabis to a lower-risk category under federal law — a move that could have sweeping implications for the industry. Speaking at ...
Snoop Dogg’s Death Row Cannabis Enters Ohio Market
COLUMBUS – Death Row Records Cannabis, the Cannabis brand launched by rapper and entrepreneur Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., commonly known as Snoop Dogg, has expanded into Ohio through a partnership with Pure Ohio Wellness. This ...
Trump Considers Shift in Federal Cannabis Rescheduling
LOS ANGELES – President Donald Trump is exploring a move to reclassify Cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under federal law, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. The potential policy shift, ...
Village Farms International Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results
VANCOUVER – Village Farms International, Inc. reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, indicating record profitability and performance of strategic shifts, including the privatization of parts of its produce segment, which has ...
Canopy Growth Corp Reports Q1 FY2026 Financial Results
SMITHS FALLS – Canopy Growth Corp. released its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, ending June 30, 2025, showcasing a 9% increase in net revenue to $72.1 million compared to $66.2 ...
Case Study: Grupo Flor: A Cannabis Turnaround Driven by Strategic Focus
SALINAS- When Mark Collins joined Grupo Flor as Chief Financial Officer, the California-based vertically integrated Cannabis company was in severe financial and operational distress. The business held multiple licenses across retail, cultivation, manufacturing, and distribution—far ...
Cannabis Stocks Rally as U.S. Rescheduling Debate Heats Up
LOS ANGELES — For the first time in more than a year, cannabis stocks are enjoying a sustained rally. Exchange-traded funds focused on the sector have climbed sharply in recent weeks, and several of the ...
Did Psilocybin Arrive From Outer Space? New Genomic Study Opens the Door to a Cosmic Possibility
LOS ANGELES — The psychedelic compound psilocybin has long intrigued researchers for its potential to treat mental health conditions, but a groundbreaking study is now shedding new light on where these mushrooms came from—and it’s ...
Will Hope Fuel Cannabis Industry Growth Beyond Q2 2025?
LOS ANGELES – If you’ve been scrolling through the latest updates on the Highly Capitalized Network’s website or LinkedIn, you’ve likely caught the wave of Q2 2025 earnings reports sparking cautious optimism across the Cannabis ...
TerrAscend Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results
TORONTO – TerrAscend Corp. released its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, highlighting stable performance and strategic shifts. The company reported net revenue of $65 million, a slight decline from $67.2 million in ...
Ascend Wellness Holdings Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results
NEW YORK – Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc., a multi-state Cannabis operator, shared its financial performance for the second quarter of 2025, confirming steady performance, a fortified balance sheet, and ongoing retail growth. The company recorded ...
Cronos Group Inc Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results
TORONTO – Cronos Group Inc., a Canadian cannabinoid company with an international outreach, reported its Q2 2025 financial results, showcasing a 21% year-over-year increase in net revenue, reaching $33.5 million. The growth was primarily driven ...
Cresco Labs Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results
CHICAGO – Cresco Labs Inc. released its Q2 2025 financial results, revealing a mix of operational stability, revenue headwinds, and a pivotal debt restructuring. The company reported revenues of $164 million, down 11% from $184 ...
The Cannabist Co Holdings Reports Q2 2025 Financial and Operational Results
CHELMSFORD – The Cannabist Company Holdings Inc., a leading U.S. Cannabis cultivator, manufacturer, and retailer, released its financial and operational results for the second quarter of 2025, indicating ongoing efforts to streamline operations and strengthen ...
