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Arizona’s Legislative Session Kicks Off: First Cannabis Bills Introduced
On Monday, the green lawn at the State Capitol was alive with the sounds of a not-so-perfect high school marching band filling the air, mixed
Hawaii governor protects medical marijuana caregivers with executive order
Caregivers in Hawaii who provide medical marijuana access to qualified patients will be protected under an executive order signed by the governor. Hawaii governor protects
New York reaches $1 billion mark in recreational cannabis sales
Total recreational cannabis sales in New York have eclipsed the $1 billion milestone since the adult-use market launched in 2022. New York reaches $1 billion
Marijuana MSO iAnthus acquires vape brand Cheetah for $1.5 million
Marijuana multistate operator iAnthus Capital Holdings is buying Illinois vape brand Cheetah Enterprises in an all-stock deal valued at $1.5 million. Marijuana MSO iAnthus acquires
Minnesota adult-use cannabis license applicants start new year with uncertainty, hope
Instead of putting the finishing touches on their businesses in anticipation of Minnesota’s adult-use market launch early this year, marijuana license applicants instead face delays
Marijuana mints maker nails its niche with accurate dosing and full-spectrum oil
California cannabis brand Breez has stayed true to its core mission of providing access to medical marijuana patients and recreational consumers since it was established
What is the economic outlook for marijuana companies in 2025?
The future looks sunnier for the marijuana industry. How companies respond to macroeconomic factors will decide the health of their cannabis businesses. What is the
Keef Brands bubbles to top of competitive cannabis beverage sector
Colorado-based Keef Brands has more than 70 SKUs – including gummies, oils and vapes – but carbonated sodas account for about 80% of the company’s
MJBizDaily is on limited publishing schedule for holidays
MJBizDaily is on a limited publishing schedule during the holiday season. Full coverage of the cannabis industry will resume Jan. 2. MJBizDaily is on limited
New York cannabis brand Jaunty aims to close gap between vapes and flower
The executives behind New York cannabis infused products company Jaunty learned the hard way that even the best-laid plans can go awry because of the
Alabama medical marijuana agency’s grievance process inadequate, court says
Alabama’s controversial medical marijuana regulatory agency acted “properly” when it revoked cannabis business permits issued in 2023, an appeals court has ruled. Alabama medical marijuana
PharmaCann defaulted on several leases, cannabis REIT alleges
Cannabis real estate manager Innovative Industrial Properties (IIP) is claiming that multistate operator PharmaCann has defaulted on several of its leases across the country. PharmaCann
Marijuana MSO Standard Wellness secures $10 million loan
Marijuana multistate operator Standard Wellness Holdings has secured a $10 million credit facility. Marijuana MSO Standard Wellness secures $10 million loan is a post from:
Nearly 70 Michigan marijuana businesses fined for regulatory violations
Sixty-seven licensed marijuana businesses in Michigan were fined for various regulatory violations in November. Nearly 70 Michigan marijuana businesses fined for regulatory violations is a
Cannabis operators share tips for licensing brands
As more states adopt regulated marijuana programs, executives at licensed cannabis brands are seeking innovative ways to reach new markets. Cannabis operators share tips for
It’s official: No marijuana banking protections from current Congress
The current session of Congress is poised to end without any progress on major marijuana reform measures, including banking protections. It’s official: No marijuana banking
Weedmaps shares surge after cannabis company proposes going private
The share price of Weedmaps’ parent, WM Technology, popped Wednesday morning after its co-founders submitted a proposal to take the California company private. Weedmaps shares
Marijuana MSO Vireo Growth secures $75 million funding, acquires 4 companies
Marijuana multistate operator Vireo Growth has received $75 million in equity financing and acquired four single-state operators as well as a delivery and analytics platform.
New York marijuana regulators to ponder “limit” on retail licenses
Cannabis regulators in New York, where sales are finally approaching $1 billion after a rocky rollout, say a limit might protect the market. New York
Alabama temporarily reduces most marijuana license fees
Alabama temporarily reduces most marijuana license fees is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Poseidon invests in two New Jersey cannabis retailers
San Francisco-based cannabis hedge fund operator Poseidon Investment Management has completed investments in two New Jersey retailers. Poseidon invests in two New Jersey cannabis retailers is
Are Republicans friend or foe of the state-regulated marijuana industry?
With Republican control in Washington, D.C., it’s likely federal marijuana policy will change. What should federal marijuana policy look like under Trump? Are Republicans friend
New York adult-use cannabis licensing halted in court again
Legal woes are disrupting New York’s tortured adult-use cannabis program yet again after a state judge on Thursday agreed to temporarily stop state regulators from
Tennessee hemp groups seek to halt rules that would prohibit THCA products
Hemp retailers and growers in Tennessee have filed an 11th-hour legal challenge to halt impending rules that are expected to restrict all THCA products in
New York regulators issue 68 adult-use marijuana licenses, but many still pending
New York regulators approved 68 adult-use marijuana licenses, but more than 3,000 applications filed a year ago are still pending. New York regulators issue 68
Connecticut adult-use cannabis sales rise as prices continue to fall
Although the price per gram of cannabis continued to drop in Connecticut, the state’s retailers sold $17.6 million worth of adult-use products in November. Connecticut
Infused beverage executives seek path forward for hemp, marijuana
As the cannabis industry anticipates rescheduling and a new Farm Bill, the question of how hemp and marijuana can coexist is central to the conversation.
Hawaii licenses 25th medical cannabis dispensary
Hawaii’s medical cannabis market reached a milestone with the opening of the state’s 25th dispensary. Hawaii licenses 25th medical cannabis dispensary is a post from:
Massachusetts regulators unveil plans for marijuana consumption spaces, licensing
Massachusetts regulators are crafting rules and regulations for marijuana consumption spaces and plan to complete the process by mid-2025. Massachusetts regulators unveil plans for marijuana
Denmark looking to turn medical marijuana pilot into permanent market
Denmark’s six-year medical cannabis pilot scheme could soon be expanded into a “permanent” market, according to a recent surprise announcement from the government. Denmark looking
3 cannabis genetics companies to merge, will be led by Barney’s Farm CEO
Cannabis seed producers Barney’s Farm Genetics, I Love Growing Marijuana (ILGM) and Sensi Seeds are merging under a deal that will close in early 2025.
New York medical marijuana operators sue over ‘punitive’ adult-use licensing fee
A group representing licensed medical marijuana operators in New York is suing the state over a $20 million “special licensing fee” that the lawsuit alleges
Ohio, Florida and hemp are rising stars of cannabis industry, MJBizCon panel says
While California and Michigan engaged in a yearlong battle for sales leader among regulated marijuana markets, much of the biggest cannabis news in 2024 came
MJBizCon panelists issue cannabis industry predictions for 2025
“State of the Industry” panelists at MJBizCon made predictions about marijuana rescheduling, Florida, Ohio and cannabis consumption lounges. MJBizCon panelists issue cannabis industry predictions for
MJBizDaily closed for Thanksgiving holiday
MJBizDaily is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday and will resume publishing Monday. MJBizDaily closed for Thanksgiving holiday is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal &
Nebraska medical cannabis legalization signatures are valid, judge rules
A Nebraska judge handed medical cannabis legalization advocates a major victory when she ruled that enough registered voters’ signatures on an initiative petition were valid.
Marijuana company Cansortium secures $96.5M loan before RIV Capital merger
Marijuana company Cansortium secured a senior credit agreement for up to $96.5 million and paid off a $23 million loan to Green Thumb Industries. Marijuana
Cannabis industry is apparent target of Everest Ransomware, security experts warn
The Everest Ransomware group appears to have set its sights on the marijuana industry, according to the Cannabis Information Sharing & Analysis Organization. Cannabis industry
Florida approves 22 applicants for medical marijuana dispensary licenses
The wait is over for 74 applicants in Florida hoping to secure Medical Marijuana Treatment Center licenses. Florida approves 22 applicants for medical marijuana dispensary
Cannabis wholesale platform LeafLink buys Leaf Trade
Cannabis wholesale platform LeafLink has acquired Leaf Trade, a wholesale marketplace used by multistate operators and enterprise marijuana businesses. Cannabis wholesale platform LeafLink buys Leaf