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What $1,100 Taught Me About Cannabis Philanthropy
Social Dispensary’s giving program began with roughly $1,100. Since 2022, contributions tied to eligible sales have generated more than $143,000 for local nonprofits. Co-founder Josh Riggs explains how a dependable funding model keeps the program going through lean quarters, how he measures customer engagement without overstating the results, and why employees and brand partners remain part of the commitment.
Navigating 2025: Strategies for Thriving Amidst Risk and Competition in Cannabis
The cannabis sector is navigating heightened risks, with economic pressures, inflation and regulatory uncertainties straining operations. A reactive, “set-it-and-forget-it” mindset no longer will work...
Legal Psychedelics Set to Follow Cannabis Regulatory Blueprint
Twenty-five years after Colorado legalized medical cannabis and a decade since greenlighting adult-use sales, the Centennial State made history again as one of the...
Is Your Cannabis Security System Unified? It Should Be
Businesses that operate in a cash-intensive environment are attractive targets for criminals. A recent spike in violent robberies at dispensaries across the United States...
A Fast-Paced Industry Requires Holistic Business Strategies
Traditional business consulting is well-suited to traditional businesses. After all, they’ve evolved hand in hand for more than a century. Heavily regulated cannabis, however,...
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Connecticut Cannabis Sales Surge, but Revenue Barely Budges
Connecticut retailers sold 27.5 percent more adult-use cannabis products during the first eight months of 2026, but revenue increased only 6.8 percent as prices continued falling.
Rethinking Healthcare Benefits for Cannabis Employers
Cannabis employers face unusual challenges managing healthcare benefits. Blackwell's Humboldt Health adapts group captive insurance to those constraints, offering qualifying businesses greater visibility into healthcare spending and an alternative approach to managing costs.
Industry Alert – Phishing Scam Reported
WeedWeek founder Alex Halperin confirmed his email account was hacked and used to send a phishing bid proposal directing recipients to an advanced phishing scam page.
Humboldt Merchant Services Settles FTC Case for $12 Million
FTC regulators reached a $12 million settlement with Humboldt Merchant Services over allegations the payment processor opened more than 1,000 sham merchant accounts tied to fraudulent billing schemes.
Cannabis Vapes Are Getting Bigger and More Specialized
Larger-capacity devices and premium extracts are gaining ground. Greentank examines what changing consumer preferences mean for cannabis brands and vape hardware development.
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