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Why X-Rays Beat Gamma Rays for Cannabis Decontamination

X-ray decontamination offers cannabis producers a safer, more efficient, and more convenient alternative to gamma-ray methods. An MIT-educated engineer explains why.
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Social Equity in Cannabis: The Promise and Pitfalls Across the U.S.

In 2019, Illinois simultaneously legalized recreational cannabis and launched a statewide social equity program aimed at equalizing access for justice-impacted individuals and marginalized groups....
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Top CRMs for Cannabis Businesses

Whether courting consumers or managing wholesale accounts, CRM platforms built for cannabis offer businesses the tools they need to engage, comply, and grow.
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Bold New York Dispensary Design | Gotham Chelsea’s Artful Twist

In a city where rewriting the rules is par for the course, Gotham has found plenty of kindred spirits. The female-founded concept store recently...
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THC Beverage Boom: Why Cannabis Brands Are Betting on Hemp Drinks

A new wave of hemp-derived THC beverages is disrupting the cannabis industry and winning over mainstream consumers. As regulatory gaps widen and retail access expands, cannabis brands are tapping into the booming infused drink market—no dispensary required.
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Aurora Cannabis Denies Report of $215M MedLeaf Acquisition

EDMONTON, Canada – Aurora Cannabis Inc. (NASDAQ: ACB) issued a formal denial Wednesday regarding widely circulated reports claiming the company planned to acquire New...
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‘High Times’ Magazine Resurrected in $3.5M Deal

PHOENIX – Fourteen months after its parent company was forced into a liquidation receivership, a $3.5-million, all-cash acquisition will raise iconic counterculture magazine High...
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IP in the Weeds: Navigating Cannabis Patents and Trademarks

As the legal cannabis industry continues to grow, companies need to understand the ever-changing landscape of intellectual property law and how to protect their...
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Regenerative Cannabis Farming Blossoms in the Emerald Triangle

In the cultivation world, a quiet, nostalgic revolution is taking root. The trend revives ancient practices in order to shape a more sustainable, soulful...
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Cannabis Companies Struggle with Soaring Insurance Costs in 2025

Cannabis companies are grappling with soaring insurance costs in 2025, facing rising premiums, reduced availability, and strict underwriting. Many operators find themselves without adequate protection, as insurers grow increasingly cautious due to regulatory complexities and high-risk perceptions.

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