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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…

News December 20
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THCA seizures lead to $735K settlement for Tennessee hemp businesses

Authorities in Tennessee will pay two hemp businesses $735,000 after seizing hundreds of pounds of what an attorney…

News December 19
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Marijuana MSO Cansortium finalizes merger with RIV Capital

The merger between marijuana multistate operator Cansortium, which operates under the Fluent brand, and RIV Capital closed on…

News December 19
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Massachusetts hires new cannabis chief; Arkansas’ MMJ regulator resigns

Massachusetts' Cannabis Control Commission hires Travis Ahern as executive director, and Arkansas' top MMJ regulator has resigned.

News December 19
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Nearly 70 Michigan marijuana businesses fined for regulatory violations

Sixty-seven licensed marijuana businesses in Michigan were fined for various regulatory violations in November.

News December 19
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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…

News December 19
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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…

News December 18
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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…

News December 18
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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…

News December 18
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