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Oregon Invites Input on Psilocybin Service Center Regulations Through New Advisory Panel
SALEM – State health officials in Oregon are seeking participants for a rules advisory committee that will shape permanent guidelines on the temporary use of licensed Psilocybin Service Centers, as applications close in less than ...
California Enacts Law Requiring Intoxicating Hemp Sales Through Licensed Cannabis Outlets
LOS ANGELES – Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 8 into law on Thursday, directing intoxicating hemp-derived products into California's tightly controlled Cannabis distribution system and barring their sale elsewhere. The measure addresses gaps in ...
Case Study: Better Data, Better Decisions: How Clean Inputs Strengthen Cannabis Strategy
LOS ANGELES- In a highly regulated and competitive industry like cannabis, data isn’t just numbers on a spreadsheet — it’s the foundation of effective decision-making. Yet many operators still struggle with messy, inconsistent, or incomplete ...
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 ...
Oregon Invites Input on Psilocybin Service Center Regulations Through New Advisory Panel
SALEM – State health officials in Oregon are seeking participants for a rules advisory committee that will shape permanent guidelines on the temporary use of licensed Psilocybin Service Centers, as applications close in less than ...
California Enacts Law Requiring Intoxicating Hemp Sales Through Licensed Cannabis Outlets
LOS ANGELES – Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 8 into law on Thursday, directing intoxicating hemp-derived products into California's tightly controlled Cannabis distribution system and barring their sale elsewhere. The measure addresses gaps in ...
Case Study: Better Data, Better Decisions: How Clean Inputs Strengthen Cannabis Strategy
LOS ANGELES- In a highly regulated and competitive industry like cannabis, data isn’t just numbers on a spreadsheet — it’s the foundation of effective decision-making. Yet many operators still struggle with messy, inconsistent, or incomplete ...
EU Investigates Italy’s Proposed Ban on CBD and Hemp Flowers
LOS ANGELES- The European Commission has launched an investigation into the Italian government’s proposed ban on CBD and hemp flowers, following concerns that the move may violate EU regulations. Italy's far-right government, under Prime Minister ...
South Dakota Cannabis Legalization Measure Faces Tight Race Ahead of 2024 Election
LOS ANGELES- Cannabis legalization advocates in South Dakota are facing an uphill battle ahead of the 2024 election. According to a recent Emerson College Poll, conducted in partnership with KELO-TV and *The Hill*, 50% of ...
Alabama Judge Appoints Mediator in Medical Cannabis Licensing Dispute
LOS ANGELES- A judge in Alabama has appointed a mediator to help resolve the ongoing legal dispute surrounding the state's medical cannabis licensing process. Montgomery Circuit Judge James Anderson selected retired Judge Eugene Reese to ...
Exploring the Framework: Investing in the Polish Medical Cannabis Market
EUROPE — While global attitudes toward cannabis shift from skepticism to acceptance, Poland, as a member of the European family, stands as a beacon of centuried cultivation, traditions, resilience, innovation, and economic growth. With its ...
Discovering Investment Opportunities in Italy’s Cannabis Market
EUROPE — The medical cannabis industry in Italy is undergoing a transition period, showing a significant transformation and investment potential, driven by an evolving regulatory framework and growing public acceptance. Since the legalization of medical ...
Ascend Wellness Shares Climb 5.3% Amid Low Trading Volume
LOS ANGELES- Shares of Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc. rose by 5.3% on Friday, reaching an intraday high of $0.82 before closing at $0.80. This upward movement came despite a notable decrease in trading volume, with ...
Older Adults Increasingly Turn to Cannabis for Pain and Sleep Relief
LOS ANGELES- A growing number of older adults in the U.S. are turning to cannabis for managing sleep disturbances and chronic pain relief, especially as cannabis gains legal and social acceptance. Recent studies suggest that ...
Psyence Biomed Progresses in Psilocybin Development for Alcohol Use Disorder
LOS ANGELES- Psyence Biomed, a biopharmaceutical company focused on psychedelic therapeutics, has provided an update on its development of high-purity psilocybin in collaboration with PsyLabs. The company is working towards producing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) ...
What Is The Clean Label Movement: How Does It Apply To Cannabis?
LOS ANGELES — The clean label movement, which has transformed the food, beverage, and wellness industries, is also becoming a vital focus within the cannabis sector. Today’s consumers are informed, health-conscious, and increasingly demand transparency ...
Seelos Therapeutics Delisted from Nasdaq Moves to OTC Market
LOS ANGELES- Seelos Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, has announced its delisting from the Nasdaq stock exchange after failing to meet the minimum stockholder's equity requirement. Despite an extension until October 11, 2024, granted by ...
Mastering Employee Compliance: Navigating State-Specific Complexities in Cannabis
LOS ANGELES — Operating a cannabis business in the U.S. requires more than just understanding the industry's shifting landscape; it demands staying ahead of ever-evolving, state-specific regulations. Nowhere is this more critical than in managing ...
Psychedelics Market Sees Growth Amid Regulatory and Investment Shifts
LOS ANGELES- The psychedelics market in the U.S. is witnessing rapid expansion, driven by both regulatory advancements and increasing investor interest. The sector, valued at approximately $603.1 million in 2024, is projected to grow at ...
Mastering the Cannabis Market: 4 Key Strategies for Cultivation Success with BigMike
LOS ANGELES — The U.S. cannabis industry, projected to reach nearly $40 billion by the nearing close of 2024, presents both substantial opportunities and escalating challenges for cultivators. With rising competition, price compression, and increasing ...
ANNOUNCING: We’re ‘Stirring the Pot’ in New Classic Cannabis Debate Show Sponsored by Guy Rocourt Brand
GET READY to 'STIR THE POT': Cannabis Debates Heat Up in New Show "Stirring the Pot," Sponsored by Guy Rocourt Brand Launching October 2024, 'Stirring the Pot' Brings Together Industry Celebrities to Discuss the Hot Topics ...
Tennessee Introduces New Regulations for Hemp Product Sales
LOS ANGELES- Tennessee regulators have introduced significant new rules for the sale of hemp-derived cannabinoid (HDC) products, which are set to take full effect on December 26, 2024. These regulations, overseen by the Tennessee Department ...
