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Fight over disputed Arkansas medical marijuana permit escalates

A long-running dispute over one of Arkansas’ medical marijuana cultivation permits is escalating after a second court found regulators improperly awarded one of the licenses.

News January 3
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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.

News January 3
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Marijuana MSO Vireo Growth raises $81M in oversubscribed funding round

Cannabis multistate operator Vireo Growth raised $6 million more than it hoped for in a private placement offering that closed Dec. 30.

News January 3
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What cannabis investors should watch for in 2025

While 2024 brought its share of volatility, regulatory uncertainty and market pressures for the cannabis industry, this year offers potential opportunities alongside continued challenges.

News January 3
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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.

News January 2
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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.

News January 2
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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.

News January 2
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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 and uncertainty.

News January 2
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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 in 2015.

News December 31
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