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Four years after decriminalizing small amounts of cannabis, Hawaii's House passed a bill to automate expungement for nonviolent marijuana offenses, furthering ...

Planet 13 has announced a public offering of 18.75 million units at $0.60 each, potentially raising up to $12.9 million, with warrants allowing additional ...

In July 2023, Luxembourg became the second EU country to legalize the cultivation and possession of cannabis for personal use, allowing adults to grow up to ...

New Mexico's cannabis market has rapidly grown to a record $1.01 billion in combined medical and recreational sales since April 2022, primarily driven by ...

Custom Cones USA is hiring for an 'ultimate stoner dream job,' offering $70,420 to manage social media and create content for their new brand, DaySavers, with ...

In Monaco, cannabis is completely illegal for any purpose, with strict laws that can lead to fines and imprisonment, although minor offenses may sometimes be ...

Canadian cannabis producers are facing a financial crisis with a substantial increase in tax debts to the CRA, totaling CAD 273.4 million as of December 2023, ...

A dispensary's inventory manager revealed to the MCA through video footage that 64 units of Amnesia OG flower were improperly discarded and left in a dumpster ...

In Bali, cannabis is prohibited, with severe penalties including life imprisonment and the death penalty for major offenses, and there is no legal distinction ...

Pure Jamaican, in collaboration with Seven Ten Limited, is pioneering the legal export of its unique THC and CBD pharmaceutical products to key international ...

In Indonesia, cannabis is illegal and classified as a dangerous substance akin to heroin, with the legal system imposing severe penalties for related offenses ...

California-based Cookies Retail LLC is suing Gilbert Milam Jr., a.k.a Berner, and his companies for over $100 million, alleging franchise law violations and ...

Ascend Wellness Holdings expands its Massachusetts operations with a new cultivation license, increasing its total cultivation space to 70,000 square feet in ...

An investigation reveals MedMen Enterprises' significant financial and contractual issues, with allegations of unpaid invoices and potential legal actions from ...

Silver Spike Investment Corp. expands its portfolio by acquiring Chicago Atlantic Loan Portfolio loans, increasing its net assets to approximately $213 million ...

Morocco is navigating the complexities of legalizing cannabis for medical, cosmetic, and industrial use while grappling with the transition from illegal to ...

Blüm targets growth in the evolving cannabis market by acquiring three key dispensaries in Sacramento, including a Cookies store and two Lemonnade stores, ...

Governor McKee's fiscal year 2025 budget proposal aims to emulate the tax strategies of Massachusetts, Connecticut, and others, potentially saving cannabis ...

In Ecuador, recreational cannabis use is illegal due to recent legislative changes, while medical cannabis, legalized in 2019, faces ambiguous regulations ...

CanPay's mobile payment platform is accepted by over 1,100 dispensaries in more than 30 states, including ten major multi-state operators, and features a ...

MedMen, a formerly prominent cannabis firm, is embroiled in a legal struggle over an almost $2 million rent debt to New York's Jack Cayre, exacerbating its ...

Ukraine's legalization of medical cannabis signifies a significant shift towards aligning with global medical trends while maintaining strict prohibitions on ...

With his proven track record in retail leadership and financial growth at New Seasons Market, Forrest Hoffmaster is well-equipped to guide Schwazze into its ...

In the first quarter of 2024, Aurora Cannabis reported a significant 30% revenue increase to $63 million, rebounding from previous years' losses, although the ...

Ghana has adopted a progressive stance on cannabis by legalizing it for medical and industrial purposes under the landmark Narcotics Control Commission Act ...

Six leading American veterans groups and law enforcement leaders have petitioned the Biden Administration for the rescheduling of cannabis under the Controlled ...

Analysts predict GTI's revenue to reach $270 million, a modest 4% increase from last year, amidst concerns of slower growth and profitability despite a strong ...

In Hungary, cannabis is illegal for all purposes, with strict laws imposing severe penalties for possession or use, and despite global trends, there is no ...

Ayr Wellness raised $40 million through new senior notes and issued approximately 29 million subordinate voting shares to 2024 senior note holders, ...

Organigram's emphasis on high-THC flower products positions them advantageously in the Canadian market, poised for growth as THC inflation declines and ...

Trulieve's potential success in its tax refund claim against the IRS under Section 280E could significantly impact the U.S. marijuana industry, setting a ...

Kyle Appleby's appointment as Chief Financial Officer marks a key advancement for Greenway Greenhouse Cannabis Corporation, poised to boost its growth and ...

Since 2018, Malta has legalized medical cannabis with prescription regulations and, as of 2021, allows adults to use recreational cannabis, with cannabis ...

In 2024, the European Citizens Initiative's European Cannabis Initiative marked a significant shift in EU policy, advocating for improved medical cannabis ...

Some see the delay in Ireland's cannabis decriminalization debate as a political tactic for the upcoming general elections, yet there remains a strong sense of ...

Cannabis is currently illegal in Nigeria with strict penalties, but recent legislative proposals indicate a shift towards legalizing medicinal use and ...

The Reagan-Udall Foundation's two-day event, featuring FDA representatives and international researchers, focused on promoting clinical trials for psychedelics ...

The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner in Delaware highlights that the draft regulations for the adult-use cannabis market could change due to legislative ...

In the Czech Republic, recreational cannabis is illegal but decriminalized for personal use, while medical cannabis is legal and regulated.

Amidst federal legalization challenges, Jeff Brown, Executive Director of the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission, fosters a bright future for the ...

Minnesota's cannabis industry faces challenges like energy consumption and local control, but with targeted regulations, equitable licensing, and community ...

In Denmark, recreational cannabis is illegal, with varying penalties for possession, while a medical cannabis pilot program has existed since 2018 amidst a ...

Since legalizing marijuana, Montana has amassed $99.8 million in tax revenue over two years, supporting various state programs, including the HEART Fund for ...

Researchers at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg conducted a retrospective analysis on 31 pediatric patients with life-limiting diseases, ...

El Salvador maintains a strict prohibition on all forms of cannabis, including medical marijuana, with severe legal penalties for possession, cultivation, and ...

Filament's drug candidate, PEX010, will undergo studies at Hadassah University Hospital in Israel to evaluate its effectiveness in treating PTSD and OCD, ...

Actor Bill Skarsgård pleaded guilty to cannabis possession, receiving a fine of 40,000 Swedish krona (around USD 3,825), and avoided prison, with the case ...

Recent regulatory changes allow licensees to advertise designated areas for cannabis consumption, including public spaces where tobacco use is permitted, ...

Ukraine's new law legalizes medical cannabis for severe illnesses and PTSD, with potential expansion to include other conditions like Alzheimer's and epilepsy.

Cannabis is legal in Guam for both medical and recreational purposes, allowing adults over 21 to possess up to one ounce or eight grams of concentrate and to ...

A federal investigation revealed a pump-and-dump scheme by eight men involving hemp-infused wine, leading to their conviction and the recovery of over $400,000 ...

The inclusion of hemp in the 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture marks a significant milestone, offering detailed data for the first time and boosting optimism ...

In Guatemala, cannabis is strictly illegal for all purposes, and despite advocacy, legalization efforts have repeatedly failed.

The 'One Love' biopic, premiering today, aims to offer an in-depth and comprehensive exploration of Bob Marley's life, going beyond his career highlights to ...

Cresco Labs is expanding its market presence by listing on a U.S. exchange and adjusting leadership's Super Voting Shares, aligning shareholder interests with ...

In Peru, while recreational cannabis remains illegal and its non-medical cultivation, production, or sale is punishable, possession for personal use is ...

Michigan's cannabis market, characterized by significant adult-use sales growth and contrasting medical trends, requires stakeholders to adapt and ...

CBD Nationwide's study using Google Trends data found that delta-8 THC searches are significantly higher in states where cannabis is banned, highlighting a ...

In Romania, recreational cannabis is illegal with harsh penalties, medical cannabis is heavily regulated and limited to low-THC products, and industrial hemp ...

Aurora's board approves a share consolidation plan to enhance financial stability, proposing a 10-to-1 reduction of its outstanding shares, pending regulatory ...

Charlotte's Web Holdings, Inc. has enhanced its board by appointing Matthew E. McCarthy, former CEO of Ben & Jerry's, known for his expertise in ...

South Africa has decriminalized private adult use of cannabis while maintaining a ban on its sale and public consumption, indicating a cautious step towards ...

Former MedMen employees were unexpectedly dismissed following a management overhaul and a series of layoffs, which caused the company's shares to drop to zero ...

Vana plans to significantly expand its workforce with 12 new hires at an average salary of $46,626 and invest $2.6 million over the next decade, leveraging the ...

Can4Med, a key player in Poland's medical cannabis market, enhances Curaleaf International's expansion in Europe through its expertise in acquiring, ...

Hawaii lawmakers are considering three different bills for adult-use cannabis legalization, each with varying approaches to regulation and oversight, ...

In Taiwan, cannabis is illegal and classified as a Category 2 narcotic, with highly restricted medical use of CBD and a government firmly opposed to ...

Agrify Corp is actively working to meet Nasdaq's $2.5 million stockholders' equity requirement by having a secured lender exercise warrants for shares, thereby ...

Akanda Corp. revised its agreement to sell RPK Biopharma to Somai Pharmaceuticals for $2 million, lower than the initial $2.7 million, including RPK's ...

Cannabis is completely illegal in Singapore, with severe penalties, reflecting the country's commitment to a drug-free society and concerns over regional drug ...

The Norwegian Prime Minister's receipt of cannabis from AROD highlights the need for legal reform in Norway's outdated, punitive drug policy, which ...

The proposed regulations allow up to 20% hemp seed meal in hen diets, with limits of 20 ppm CBD and 2 ppm THC, after extensive research by the Hemp Feed ...

Cannabis is entirely illegal in the Philippines under the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, with strict penalties including life imprisonment, and ...

Israel's Ministry of Health has revised medical cannabis prescription regulations to empower specialist doctors in public hospitals to more easily prescribe ...

The amendments to Germany's cannabis legalization bill focus on relaxing restrictions, increasing possession limits, and removing prison sentences for minor ...

In China, cannabis is strictly prohibited for both recreational and medicinal use, while industrial hemp cultivation is legal.

Seven women-led social equity cannabis firms in New York are suing state officials, contesting a 'randomized queue' for license applications as discriminatory ...

Smoore agrees to supply CCell vape hardware to Jupiter Research on credit, reflecting trust and a strong partnership with Tilt Holdings, with Jupiter ...

In Bermuda, personal possession of up to 7 grams of cannabis is decriminalized but not legalized, medical cannabis is legal with strict access restrictions, ...

The Canadian Free Trade Agreement's inclusion of non-medical cannabis opens possibilities for interprovincial sales, but provincial approvals and existing ...

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