SOUTHBRIDGE, Mass. — Verne Bio is a biotech company specializing in genetic and pathogen testing for the cannabis market. They have partnered with Santa Cruz-based Artificial Intelligence outfit Neatleaf, to further enhance the accuracy of their testing with the use of 24/7, real-time data captured by the Neatleaf Spyder system. The partnership between the two companies began in July 2024. The...

LOS ANGELES -- Dr. Norm's, a California-based, family-owned and operated cannabis company, announced today the launch of Dr. Norm's Wellness: a new initiative by Dr. Norm's utilizing the latest in cannabis science and technology to focus on everyday health concerns. Dr. Norm's Wellness is an amalgamation of the family-owned company's long legacy in healthcare and extensive experience in the cannabis industry....

PICKERING, ON - MTL Cannabis Corp. filed the annual financial statements for the year ending March 31, 2024. Complete details may be found at www.sedarplus.ca. Full Year Consolidated Financial Highlights for MTL Income Statement Revenue of $83,063,888, an increase of $51,804,240, or 165.7%, compared to $31,259,648 in the prior year. Net Revenue of $65,293,669, an increase of $40,723,631 or 165.7%, compared to $24,570,038 in...

TORONTO and GLIL YAM, Israel -- IM Cannabis Corp., a medical cannabis company with operations in Israel and Germany, on July 26 received formal notice from The Nasdaq Stock Market, LLC stating that the Company has regained compliance with the minimum bid price requirement set forth in Rule 5550(a)(2) of the Nasdaq Listing Rules. IMC is now in compliance with all applicable...

TORONTO -- Organigram Holdings Inc, a leading licensed producer of cannabis, appointed Craig Harris to the Board of Directors. Harris brings over 20 years of experience as a commercial lawyer, with a background in private practice and legal and regulatory engagement roles for various corporations. He is currently the Assistant General Counsel – Corporate & Commercial Legal at British...

As it does in most other modern industries, technology plays a crucial role in cannabis, driving innovation, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. From seed to sale and even in consumers’ hands, software and hardware—alone and in combination with artificial intelligence (AI), automation, computer vision, and machine learning (ML)—are transforming the value chain, enhancing productivity, optimizing processes, and increasing the “wow”...

Between the advent of artificial intelligence and the evolving behavior of consumers in a maturing market, the pressure is on for point-of-sale (POS) technology updates. Operators are on the hunt for efficiency, speed, and a level of user-friendliness that provides a seamless experience for employees and consumers alike. With that in mind, BLAZE® is out to redefine the landscape with...

Of the technology considered essential in cannabis retail environments, point-of-sale (POS) systems arguably are the most vital. After all, they not only allow accurate, efficient financial transactions but also play a crucial role in compliance and often contribute to inventory management. A POS outage represents a critical failure that could harm a business’s standing with consumers and regulators. That’s why...

BERKELEY, Calif. -- A group of academic researchers, scientists, and community-based organizations launched of a first-of-its-kind, multidisciplinary, community-based participatory research (CBPR) study for cannabis agriculture. Funded by a $2.7 million grant from the California Department of Cannabis Control, the project incorporates public education and CBPR to implement the standard methods and systems used across agriculture to define, document, and legally...

AMSTERDAM -- Snoop Dogg opened his first coffeeshop, Smoke Weed Every Day (S.W.E.D.), located in Amsterdam. Following the launch of his first S.W.E.D. store in Los Angeles earlier this month, the Amsterdam location represents a significant step in the global expansion of S.W.E.D. The coffee shop brings Snoop's signature style and passion for cannabis culture to a city celebrated just...