No one stuck with a warehouse of unsold cannabis going into November wants to hear the Roman philosopher Seneca’s old adage that “luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” But this irksome saying has endured for two millennia because it succeeds in reminding us to focus on what we can control—and, ideally, stop squandering precious time and energy...

BERLIN – Sanity Group, a pioneer in unlocking the health benefits of cannabinoids, recently completed a study examining the safety of cannabinoids available on the black market. As Germany and the world move towards the regularization and legalization of cannabis, 92% of the cannabis consumed in Germany still comes from the black market. This research addresses a crucial question:...

Jazz Cabbage, a new podcast from Heritage Radio Network, invites listeners on a journey into the world where cannabis and cuisine meet. Hosted by the dynamic Chala June—a Congolese-American writer, chef, performing artist, and cannabis advocate—Jazz Cabbage offers a fresh perspective on the cultural and historical ties between cannabis and food, sparking conversation across various culinary and social topics. With its...

LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, Md. - The Office of Social Equity (OSE) is distributing Technical Assistance Grants and has launched a new online community platform to support eligible businesses in the State's cannabis industry. These initiatives will provide substantial economic support to recipients, promote equality, ensure compliance, and foster collaboration within the growing cannabis sector. "These Technical Assistance Grants and our new...

BETHESDA, Md. -- The U.S. cannabis market is approaching historic regulatory reforms, which AdvisorShares is monitoring closely as an investment leader in this specialized sector. Managing over $1 billion in cannabis ETFs, AdvisorShares provides investors with direct exposure to U.S. multi-state operators (MSOs). "As 2024 draws to a close, the cannabis industry stands at a pivotal moment, with evolving public perception and...

COSTA MESA, Calif. - Gold Flora Corporation's common shares have been approved to quote on the OTC Market's Group Inc.'s OTCQB Venture Market in the United States, under the ticker symbol "GRAM", effective October 23. "This has been a very productive year, and I'd like to thank our team for their efforts to restore our OTC listing," said Laurie Holcomb, Chief Executive...

LONDON -- Curaleaf International, a global leader in medical cannabis, is urging the UK government to take immediate action against the rapidly growing online illicit cannabis market, which is allowing street cannabis to be sold from unregulated and unpoliced websites and platforms. Curaleaf's latest report reveals that illegal online cannabis sales via the open and dark web have risen by 50%...

LOS ANGELES — Consumer-focused cannabis software platform Jointly is transforming the way people shop online with its new AI-powered Virtual Budtender, a new interactive service that allows retailers to offer personalized guidance 24/7 while helping consumers make data-backed decisions that lead to better cannabis experiences. Unlike other AI-driven solutions on the market, Jointly’s Virtual Budtender does more than just respond...

In most industries, companies in Europe and the United States see eye to eye and have an interdependent relationship. In the brief history of the cannabis industry, however, this has not been the case. While the U.S. recreational market has grown steadily over the past decade, European countries have taken a much slower and more methodical approach heavily focused on...

PHOENIX -- A Maricopa County Superior Court judge has ruled in favor an Arizona dispensary operator, ending an attempt to essentially steal its license. The case centered on Moe Asnani and Chip Boyden’s attempts to circumvent agreements and take over a dispensary license. Anavel Vasquez was qualified to be the majority owner of an entity applying for a marijuana establishment license, under...