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Virginia Lawmakers Send Cannabis Retail Framework to Governor’s Desk
RICHMOND – The Virginia General Assembly approved budget language that sets the terms for a regulated adult-use Сannabis market, sending the measure to Gov. Abigail Spanberger after a year of stalled bills and one rejected ...
Definium Clears Phase 3 Trial for its LSD-Based Depression Treatment
NEW YORK – Definium Therapeutics Inc. announced positive topline data from its Phase 3 Emerge study evaluating DT120, an orally disintegrating tablet (ODT) formulation of pharmaceutical LSD, in adults with major depressive disorder (MDD). The ...
Vireo Growth Finalizes Equity Stake in Two Maryland Dispensaries
MINNEAPOLIS – Vireo Growth Inc. announced that it has completed the acquisition of an indirect 49% equity interest in HA-MD, LLC, the entity that owns Chesapeake Integrated Health Institute and Maryland Alternative Relief, two licensed ...
MariMed Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
NORWOOD – MariMed Inc. turned in another quarter of measured progress in a tough Cannabis market. The company, with operations spanning cultivation, production, and retail facilities across multiple states, has reported year-over-year revenue growth and ...
Grown Rogue Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
MEDFORD – Grown Rogue International Inc. delivered solid top-line gains in the opening months of 2026, underscoring its push into select markets while managing pressures in more established ones. The company, known for its focus ...
Jushi Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
BOCA RATON – Jushi Holdings Inc. delivered a quarter of steady operational progress while facing ongoing industry pressures. The multi-state operator recorded year-on-year improvements in revenue and profitability metrics, and completed a significant refinancing of ...
iAnthus Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
NEW YORK-TORONTO – iAnthus Capital Holdings posted its fiscal first-quarter results for 2026, revealing a company focused on operational tweaks while navigating softer sales in a competitive Cannabis market. The multi-state operator, active across retail ...
Virginia Lawmakers Send Cannabis Retail Framework to Governor’s Desk
RICHMOND – The Virginia General Assembly approved budget language that sets the terms for a regulated adult-use Сannabis market, sending the measure to Gov. Abigail Spanberger after a year of stalled bills and one rejected ...
Definium Clears Phase 3 Trial for its LSD-Based Depression Treatment
NEW YORK – Definium Therapeutics Inc. announced positive topline data from its Phase 3 Emerge study evaluating DT120, an orally disintegrating tablet (ODT) formulation of pharmaceutical LSD, in adults with major depressive disorder (MDD). The ...
Vireo Growth Finalizes Equity Stake in Two Maryland Dispensaries
MINNEAPOLIS – Vireo Growth Inc. announced that it has completed the acquisition of an indirect 49% equity interest in HA-MD, LLC, the entity that owns Chesapeake Integrated Health Institute and Maryland Alternative Relief, two licensed ...
Maine Considers Stricter Medical Cannabis Regulations
LOS ANGELES- Maine lawmakers are evaluating two legislative proposals aimed at enhancing safety standards within the state's medical cannabis program. The bills, LD 104 and LD 1847, seek to introduce mandatory testing for contaminants and ...
Organigram to Announce Q2 Fiscal 2025 Results
LOS ANGELES- Organigram Global Inc. is scheduled to release its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025, ending March 31, on Monday, May 12, 2025, before market open. The company will host a ...
Curaleaf Launches Hemp-Only Retail Store in Florida Following Cannabis Legalization Setback
LOS ANGELES- In the aftermath of Florida's unsuccessful bid to legalize recreational cannabis, Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. has inaugurated its first hemp-exclusive retail outlet, The Hemp Company, in West Palm Beach. This establishment offers hemp-derived THC ...
St. Louis Dispensary Chain Faces Lawsuit Over Unpaid Cannabis Product Invoices
LOS ANGELES- Curio Manufacturing, a cannabis supplier, has filed a lawsuit against Heya Missouri Holdings, alleging nonpayment for cannabis products valued at $61,126. The lawsuit claims that Curio shipped these products to Heya's three dispensary ...
California’s Cannabis Excise Tax Increase Sparks Industry Concerns
LOS ANGELES- Effective July 1, 2025, California's cannabis excise tax will rise from 15% to 19%, as mandated by Assembly Bill 195 signed in 2022. This adjustment, announced by the California Department of Tax and ...
Calgary Authorizes Cannabis Sales at Adults-Only Events
LOS ANGELES- Calgary City Council has approved amendments to the Business Licence Bylaw, permitting licensed cannabis retailers to operate temporary sales at adults-only events, such as festivals and outdoor shows. This decision aligns the city's ...
Christina Lake Cannabis Closes First Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement
LOS ANGELES- Christina Lake Cannabis Corp. has completed the first tranche of its non-brokered private placement, issuing 22,778,211 units at a price of CAD $0.05 per unit, totaling approximately CAD $1.14 million. Each unit comprises ...
The Role of Government Relations in Cannabis Industry Success
NEW YORK — In highly regulated industries, success depends not only on how well a business operates, but also on how well it fits within the rules set by government. This is especially true in ...
Government Relations at The Core
NEW YORK — In industries where business depends on regulation—such as cannabis, infrastructure, or fintech—navigating the policy environment is foundational. Laws, budget priorities, administrative procedures, and even decisions by local councils directly affect where companies ...
Politics & Policy with Jeff Guillot: The Architecture of Cannabis Regulatory Frameworks
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEW YORK — Highly Capitalized Network-HCN proudly announces the launch of a new original podcast, "Politics & Policy with Jeff Guillot," dedicated to politics, legislation, and the evolving cannabis industry landscape in ...
SNDL Reports Q1 2025 Earnings
LOS ANGELES- SNDL Inc. announced its financial and operational results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. The company reported net revenue of CAD $204.9 million, a 3.6% increase compared to the same period ...
Cybin CEO to Discuss Medical Innovation at Milken Institute Global Conference
LOS ANGELES- Cybin Inc. a neuropsychiatry company, announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Doug Drysdale, will participate in a panel discussion at the 28th Annual Milken Institute Global Conference. The panel, titled "The Global Landscape ...
Regulatory Advances Propel Global Medical Cannabis Market Growth
LOS ANGELES- The global medical cannabis market is experiencing significant growth, driven by regulatory reforms and increased acceptance of cannabis-based therapies. According to the "Medical Marijuana - Global Strategic Business Report 2025," the market was ...
Federal Inaction on Cannabis Exports May Cost U.S. Economy $10 Billion Annually
LOS ANGELES- The United States' federal stance on cannabis exports is potentially costing the economy up to $10 billion each year, according to industry analyses. While domestic cannabis sales are projected to reach $35.3 billion ...
LEEF Brands Reports Financial Results
LOS ANGELES- LEEF Brands Inc. a vertically integrated cannabis company based in California, has released its financial results for the first quarter of 2025 and the full year of 2024. The company reported a 19% ...
