Consumer preferences will dictate how cannabis retailers shape their product offerings and inventory in 2025.
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Cannabis operator Stiiizy says customer records acquired during data breach
Los Angeles-based cannabis operator Stiiizy said this week that a cybercrime group accessed some retail customer data when its point-of-sale vendor experienced a security breach around Oct. 10-Nov. 10, 2024.
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.
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.
Can liability waivers protect cannabis consumption-lounge operators?
As cannabis-consumption lounges become more common in states where marijuana is regulated, owners of such spots face a unique challenge: balancing a social, relaxed atmosphere with the legal and regulatory responsibilities that come with serving marijuana.
From Navy Vet to Vape Innovator: How O2VAPE® Has Been Redefining Vape Standards for 10 Years
This is a note from our sponsors. Founder & CEO Dana E. Shoched Leads O2VAPE®’s Focus on Safety and Innovation with their new All Glass Options The vape industry has come a long way from its humble beginnings, evolving from basic devices with limited...
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?
Using GMP certification to avoid cannabis product recalls
This is a note from our sponsors. As cannabis recalls for mold and pesticide contamination become more widespread, marijuana cultivators and product manufacturers are adopting strict manufacturing standards to establish trust with consumers. One way to maintain...
Cannabis Accessories Vendor Launches Free Budtender Training program, LuvBuds University
This is a note from our sponsors. Denver-based cannabis accessories company LuvBuds launched a multiple-part educational series to help budtenders gain confidence and improve sales. The courses are free and available to anyone in the industry, including...
Canadian cannabis operator Organigram acquires Motif Labs for CA$90 million
Organigram Holdings, a Canadian licensed cannabis producer, has acquired Motif Labs for 90 million Canadian dollars ($63.6 million).
Best of MJBiz Awards include Hall of Fame inductee Nancy Whiteman
MJBiz inducted Nancy Whiteman to its Hall of Fame and honored three companies during the Best of MJBiz Awards ceremony at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Ganjier students experience guided marijuana sensory training during MJBizCon Week
After completing 10 hours of video training and passing a proctored exam, students of the Ganjier Product Specialist program were rewarded Thursday afternoon with a unique experience at Planet 13: sensory training with certified Ganjiers.
